Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke said his education in the US was financed through a scholarship from Boston University and an education loan, rejecting claims that unexplained family wealth funded his studies. Speaking to journalist Barkha Dutt, Dipke produced a copy of his scholarship letter after an RTI activist sought a probe into his family's finances. The exchange comes amid intensified scrutiny over the CJP's funding, legal status and support behind its protests. Dipke maintained that his overseas education was transparently funded and said the loan remains to be repaid. The controversy has added another layer to questions surrounding the party's finances and operations. (PC: PTI)

Independent Purnea MP Pappu Yadav alleged there was a “plot to kill” him after a man reportedly hurled a shoe during a press conference at his Delhi residence on Sunday. According to initial information, the attacker interrupted the briefing and threw the shoe, triggering a scuffle between Yadav’s supporters and the accused. Supporters overpowered the man and handed him over to the police. Sources identified the accused as Sumit, a resident of Bulandshahr, who was reportedly detained on the spot. The incident was reportedly linked to Yadav’s Parliament skit on the alleged theft of Ram Temple donations. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the confrontation and the allegations.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan', calling for a nationwide movement against drug abuse and stressing that a drug-free youth population is essential to achieving the goal of a developed India. Addressing the campaign virtually, Modi said young people must remain physically and mentally fit to realise the vision of Viksit Bharat. He urged sustained action and community participation to combat substance abuse, highlighting that today's youth will shape and ultimately benefit from India's future development. The campaign aims to raise awareness, encourage public participation and strengthen the national resolve to prevent drug addiction among young people.

Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) is overhauling its crude procurement strategy amid supply disruptions in the Middle East caused by the US-Iran war and shipping challenges through the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea. IOC has significantly increased its reliance on spot purchases, with their share rising from 50% to nearly 84%, according to Director (Finance) Anuj Jain. He said the company is closely monitoring developments daily to optimise crude sourcing in an increasingly volatile market. IOC continues to depend heavily on spot purchases of Russian crude while also boosting imports from West African and Latin American producers to diversify supplies and strengthen energy security amid geopolitical uncertainty. (PC: Times Now)

Heavy rainfall continued to batter Kerala, leaving 8 people dead, 8 missing and 13 injured as floods and landslides caused widespread destruction across the state. Chief Minister V D Satheesan said 27 houses were completely destroyed and 196 were partially damaged. Authorities evacuated 5,792 people to 209 relief camps as swollen rivers, flooded roads and overflowing dams disrupted normal life. Some areas received up to 320 mm of rainfall, with Kannur recording the highest. The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for 12 districts, warning of more heavy rain and urging residents, especially in hilly regions, to remain cautious. (PC: HT)

The death toll in the Kulgam terror attack has risen to 2 after Bhupendra Bhaina (28), a migrant labourer from Chhattisgarh, succumbed to bullet injuries on Saturday. The attack took place on Friday when terrorists opened fire on 2 brick kiln workers in Kelam village. Deepak Ratre (24) was killed on the spot, while Bhaina later died during treatment. Both had travelled to Jammu and Kashmir this year for work. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha ordered intensified anti-terror operations and stronger security for migrant workers. The Chhattisgarh government announced ₹20 lakh compensation for each victim's family. (PC: HT)

The mother of a 15-year-old girl who went viral for using abusive language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a protest has thanked him for forgiving her. She said the Prime Minister's decision gave her daughter "a new life" and called it the greatest birthday gift. The teenager had earlier posted an apology video, admitting her mistake and saying she was influenced by people around her during the protest. An FIR was registered over the incident and later transferred to Delhi Police. The girl's mother has appealed for the case to be withdrawn and urged stricter restrictions on minors using social media and joining protests. (PC: India Today)

An RTI activist has demanded an investigation into the finances of Abhijeet Dipke and his family, raising questions about how his son reportedly earns a monthly salary of ₹60,000 while pursuing higher education in the United States. The complaint seeks scrutiny of the family's declared income, financial records, and expenditure to determine whether any irregularities exist. The allegations are based on concerns raised by the activist and have not been proven. No official findings have been announced, and no wrongdoing has been established. Authorities are yet to decide whether a formal inquiry will be initiated. (PC: X)

A young girl from Noida, whose video allegedly showed her abusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest, has apologised after a zero FIR was lodged against her. In a video, she described the incident as her “first and last mistake”, claiming she was influenced by groups at the protest site who were abusing the Prime Minister and encouraging others to do the same. She expressed shame over her remarks and apologised to the nation. The girl also claimed she is 15 years old. Senior Delhi Police officials said they have seen the apology video and will decide the next course of the investigation.

A first-year medical student has been detained after a document allegedly containing bomb-making instructions was found in the X-ray room of Rajarshi Dashrath Autonomous State Medical College in Ayodhya. The document was recovered on Saturday by the department in charge, who immediately alerted police, triggering an investigation. Authorities have also questioned two other first-year medical students as part of the probe. Officials are examining the circumstances surrounding the document and whether it was linked to any larger plan. The incident has revived memories of the November 2025 Red Fort blast case, in which three key accused were employed with Faridabad's Al Falah University. The investigation remains ongoing. (PC: X)