Veteran singer Asha Bhosle, 92, was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital on Saturday. The reason for her hospitalisation was not immediately shared. The singer is known for songs like Piya Tu Ab To Aaja, Jaiye Aap Kahan Jayenge, and Rangeela Re. She will turn 93 on September 8. Bhosle began her career in 1943 with a Marathi film song. Over the years, she sang dance numbers, ghazals, and classical tracks. She remains active on social media. Her profile on X reads, “Singer since 1943.” She has millions of followers across platforms. (PC: NDTV)

Actor Amitabh Bachchan shared a blog post on anxiety and online noise days after comedian Samay Raina spoke about avoiding controversial jokes on Kaun Banega Crorepati. Bachchan wrote that “each day brings fresh thoughts” but not all can be done at once. He said the mind keeps reminding him of pending work, causing anxiety. He added, “the storm of the internet blows strong” and makes it hard to know what is real. Raina had earlier said he held back jokes, including one about Bachchan’s son, during his appearance on the show. (PC: HT)

Delhi Police has foiled a major terror plot by dismantling an ISI-linked espionage network, arresting 11 individuals across Delhi and Punjab. The module, connected to Babbar Khalsa International, used encrypted apps to communicate with Pakistan-based handlers. Authorities recovered solar-powered CCTV cameras transmitting live feeds from sensitive defence locations, along with pistols and ammunition. The network was funded via UPI and illegal arms smuggling. Additional arrests in Punjab revealed reconnaissance of Army installations. Officials said the group was also radicalising youth and planning grenade attacks, which have now been averted. Investigations continue to uncover the wider conspiracy and remaining operatives.

At least ten tourists from Punjab died after a boat carrying 30 people capsized in the Yamuna River near KC Ghat in Vrindavan. The group from Ludhiana had hired two boats when one overturned around 3 PM, reportedly after swaying in strong winds and colliding with a pontoon bridge. Authorities confirmed recovery of ten bodies, while 16–17 people were rescued. Rescue operations involving divers and an National Disaster Response Force team are ongoing. Hospitals in Mathura and Vrindavan remain on alert. Yogi Adityanath expressed condolences and directed swift relief efforts. (PC: Reuters)

Justice Yashwant Varma of the Allahabad High Court has resigned nearly a year after a major controversy involving the alleged recovery of unaccounted cash at his Delhi residence. His resignation was submitted to the President as impeachment proceedings gained momentum, with over 140 MPs supporting a motion for his removal. The cash was reportedly discovered after a fire incident in 2025, triggering investigations and judicial scrutiny. Varma had denied the allegations, calling them a conspiracy. His resignation highlights growing concerns over judicial accountability and transparency, while the inquiry into the case is still ongoing. (PC: India Today)

The death toll in Manipur’s fresh violence has risen to five after another injured protester died. Tensions continued in the Imphal Valley with curfew in place across key districts. Violence began after a bomb attack killed a five-year-old boy and a six-month-old girl in Bishnupur. Their mother was injured. Angry locals burned vehicles and stormed a security camp. Central forces opened fire to control the crowd. Five protesters were hit, and two later died. Three militants have been arrested for suspected roles in the attack. Chief Minister N Biren Singh reviewed the situation with top officials. (PC: New Indian Express)

The Reserve Bank of India has kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25%. This means EMIs for home, car and personal loans will stay the same. The decision was taken by the Monetary Policy Committee in its April meeting. The RBI kept a neutral stance to balance growth and inflation. India’s GDP is expected to slow to 6.9% in 2026–27. Inflation is projected at 4.6%. However, rising fuel and LPG prices may increase household expenses. Global tensions have added pressure on energy costs. Despite this, India’s foreign reserves remain strong. Stock markets also reacted positively after the announcement. (PC: Reuters)

Senior advocate Menaka Guruswamy has made history as India’s first openly queer Member of Parliament, marking a landmark moment for LGBTQ+ representation. Renowned for her role in the 2018 Supreme Court judgment that decriminalised homosexuality, she has been a leading voice in constitutional law and rights advocacy. Her entry into Parliament reflects a broader shift toward inclusivity in Indian politics. The milestone is seen as both symbolic and substantive, potentially strengthening legislative focus on equality and civil rights. Guruswamy’s journey underscores the growing visibility and acceptance of LGBTQ+ individuals in public life and governance.

A major breach occurred at the Delhi Legislative Assembly when Sarbjit Singh rammed a Tata Sierra through VIP Gate No. 2 around 2 pm, placed a bouquet near Speaker Vijender Gupta’s vehicle, and fled. The act, captured on CCTV, unfolded within minutes and triggered a high alert. Police detained Singh and two others within two hours, seizing the vehicle in north Delhi. Bomb disposal and forensic teams found no explosives. Singh, reportedly missing for days, had travelled from Uttar Pradesh. Authorities are probing motive, citing possible illness, while security lapses at the less-guarded VIP gate remain under scrutiny.

The Supreme Court of India sharply criticised top West Bengal officials over their response to the Malda incident, where judicial officers were allegedly held hostage for nine hours. The Chief Justice of India rebuked the Chief Secretary and DGP for being unreachable during the crisis, calling it a failure of administration and policing. Justice Bagchi stressed officials cannot remain inaccessible to the judiciary. The court ordered a written apology and termed the situation evidence of bureaucratic chaos. It directed full cooperation with judicial authorities and sought accountability, noting the incident was “instigated” and not spontaneous, with arrests already made. (PC: India Today)