Puja Khedkar, a trainee IAS officer accused of faking disabilities to secure a government job, has reached out to police in Washim, Maharashtra. A team of three women officers visited her residence on Monday night, staying for two hours. Khedkar, 23, had requested the meeting, claiming she had information to share. No details of the meeting have been disclosed. Khedkar faces allegations of lying about mental and visual disabilities and misusing her position. While no police case has been filed yet, Pune police plan to take action over pending traffic fines. The investigation is ongoing.

A 32-year-old engineer was arrested for posting a hoax bomb threat on social media regarding Anant Ambani's wedding. The post, made on X (formerly Twitter), suggested a disruptive scenario if a bomb exploded at the wedding. Mumbai Police deemed the threat a hoax but heightened security measures at the venue. The arrest was made after a concerned citizen tipped off the police. The engineer was charged with making a false threat and disturbing public peace. The wedding took place without incident at the Bandra-Kurla Complex.

The Supreme Court has sought responses from the CBI and ED on AAP leader Manish Sisodia's bail petitions in the Delhi excise policy case. Sisodia, in jail for 16 months, has sought revival of his bail pleas in the corruption and money laundering cases filed by the two agencies. His lawyer argued for bail citing long incarceration. The court's move comes as a significant development in the high-profile case. The CBI and ED have been directed to file their replies, paving the way for a possible hearing on Sisodia's bail pleas.

The Indian Army has suffered significant losses in Jammu and Kashmir, with 48 soldiers killed in action over the past 32 months. The latest incident occurred in Doda district, where four soldiers, including an officer, were killed in an encounter with terrorists on Monday. Since 2021, major attacks have resulted in significant casualties, including 16 deaths in Pulwama, 11 in Rajouri, and 5 in Poonch. The army has been engaged in intense counter-terrorism operations to neutralize threats in the region. The ongoing security situation remains a concern, with the army working to ensure peace and stability in the area.

A devastating bus accident occurred on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, resulting in five fatalities and 42 injuries. The bus, carrying approximately 50 passengers, collided with a tractor and fell into a ditch. The passengers, mostly pilgrims from Kalyan-Dombivali, were en route to Pandharpur for the Ashadhi Ekadashi Yatra. The injured were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. The accident caused a significant traffic jam, but traffic resumed after three hours. Authorities used a crane to retrieve the bus. An investigation into the incident is underway.

The Supreme Court has intervened in the NEET-UG 2024 controversy, seeking responses from students who filed petitions in various High Courts. Supreme Court issues notice on NTA plea to transfer NEET cases in High Courts to top court. The court has also issued notices to the students and will hear over 40 petitions related to the exam, which was marred by leaks and irregularities. The Supreme Court's move aims to provide a unified ruling on the matter. The next hearing is scheduled for July 20. The court's decision will impact the future of thousands of medical aspirants.

A 2007 medical certificate submitted by controversial IAS officer Puja Khedkar has cast doubt on her claims of disability. The certificate, issued by a private medical college, declares her "medically fit" and states she has no major visual or auditory disability. Khedkar is accused of submitting fraudulent disability and caste certificates to qualify for the civil service exam. The certificate contradicts her claims, stating she has no history of incapacitating disease and is fit to undergo professional courses. This new revelation adds to the ongoing controversy surrounding Khedkar's credentials.

A terrorist attack in Desa forests, Doda district, Jammu, has claimed the lives of an Army officer and three troopers. The attack, the sixth in the region this year, occurred during a cordon and search operation by Rashtriya Rifles and J&K Police's SOG. The terrorists fired at the joint team, injuring several personnel, including a policeman. Security forces chased the terrorists, leading to another exchange of fire in the woods. The martyred officer was a Major from 10 Rashtriya Rifles. The search operation is ongoing.

Tragedy struck in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district as four Army personnel, including an officer, lost their lives in a gunfight with terrorists on Monday night. The encounter occurred during a joint operation by Rashtriya Rifles and Jammu and Kashmir Police in the Desa forest belt. The 'Kashmir Tigers', a shadow group of Jaish-e-Mohammad, claimed responsibility for the attack. The deceased include three jawans and an officer, who succumbed to their injuries early Tuesday. The incident highlights the ongoing security challenges in the region and the sacrifices made by Indian security forces.

Puja Khedkar, a 2023-batch IAS officer from the Maharashtra cadre, faces scrutiny for allegedly lying about her disability to clear the Civil Services exam. Khedkar called the situation a “media trial,” stating, "According to the Indian Constitution, a person cannot be considered guilty until the charges are proven." She promised to address all allegations before a committee and accept their decision. Allegations include misuse of power and submitting questionable disability certificates. The Centre has formed a committee to re-evaluate her documents.