Prachi Nigam, the UP Board Class 10 topper with 98.50%, voices disappointment over online trolling for her facial hair despite academic success. She laments becoming a social media target and wishes she hadn't topped the exams. Despite the negativity, Prachi remains focused on her aspiration to become an engineer. Her family, including her mother and father, express pride in her achievements. The school principal and friends rally in support, denouncing the trolling as unfortunate. Plans for medical advice on her condition are underway, emphasizing the need to address the issue of cyberbullying.

In Manipur, a fresh outbreak of violence ensued as armed clashes broke out between village volunteers of the Meitei and Kuki communities. The exchange of fire initiated when armed men indiscriminately fired upon Koutruk village from adjoining hills in Kangpokpi district. Locally-made mortar shells were reportedly used in the confrontation. Security forces are deployed to quell the situation, as children, women, and seniors are evacuated to safety. This incident follows a series of violent clashes since the onset of the ethnic conflict, further exacerbating the longstanding tensions between the communities.            

Deputy Inspector General Khajan Singh, a former chief sports officer of CRPF, is facing dismissal over sexual harassment charges filed by women personnel. The Union government initiated the process following recommendations from UPSC. Singh, currently in Mumbai, faces dismissal after a CRPF probe found him guilty. He denies the allegations. CRPF, with 3.25 lakh personnel, has six all-female battalions. Singh, who won a silver medal in 1986 Seoul Asian Games, denies allegations, calling them false attempts to tarnish his image. Further action awaits his response within 15 days.

The Indian Air Force collaborates with Uttarakhand government to combat forest fires in Nainital, deploying Mi-17 V5 helicopter for Bambi Bucket Operations. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami conducts aerial survey, emphasizing coordinated efforts to control the blaze. Severe fires reached High Court Colony, prompting bans on boating activities in Naini Lake. District administration deploys personnel and forest rangers to extinguish fires, while IAF helicopters fetch water from Bhimtal lake. Amidst 31 new fire incidents in 24 hours, three arrested for allegedly starting fires. State records 575 fires since November 2023, impacting over 689 hectares of forest.            

Tiruchirappalli airport's Air Intelligence Unit struck gold again, seizing 977 grams of 24-carat gold worth ₹70.58 lakh from a passenger arriving from Dubai. The gold was cleverly concealed in three packets of paste-like material tucked inside the passenger's rectum. The individual, traveling on Air India Express, has been apprehended as investigations unfold. This follows a similar incident in March, where 410 grams of gold valued at ₹26.62 lakh were confiscated from a passenger arriving from Singapore. In that case, 330 grams were extracted from paste, while 80 grams were hidden in the passenger's vest.

Water reservoirs in drought-prone districts of Vellore, Ranipet, Thirupathur, and Tiruvannamalai are at 55% capacity, sparking concerns over water scarcity. Authorities reserve the remaining water solely for domestic use due to extreme heatwave conditions, with temperatures expected to hit 44°C. The drying Palar River intensifies the crisis. Tamil Nadu's agriculture department advises farmers to switch to water-efficient crops like maize, ragi, and groundnuts, offering higher returns than water-intensive crops such as sugarcane and paddy. This move aims to mitigate the impact of water scarcity on agriculture while ensuring domestic water needs are met.

A massive forest fire in Nainital has led to urgent action, with the Indian Air Force and Army stepping in to help after over 36 hours of raging flames. Helicopters are being used to fight the fire. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has called for a meeting in Haldwani to tackle the crisis. Dhami acknowledges the seriousness of the situation, calling it a big challenge, and has requested military assistance. This emphasizes the need for quick and coordinated efforts to stop the fire and protect both people and the environment.    

As heatwaves engulf parts of India, the only saviour that we all are looking at is a juicy yellow mango. The plump, sun-kissed fruits, known for their distinctive taste, hanging from branches, bending under their weight fills the heart with delight. A large pot of cool water with mangoes submerged in it is a sight to behold. The wait to peel and devour them feels endless, yet blissful.     This mango season brings a taste of luxury with some of the world's most expensive mango varieties. From Pakistan's Sindhri Mango, known for its sweetness and a price tag of Rs 3,000 per piece, to India's Kohitur Mango, crafted for royalty and priced between Rs 3,000 to Rs 12,000 per piece. India's Alphonso Mango reigns as the "king of mangoes," reaching up to Rs 1,500 per kilogram during peak season. The Noorjahan Mango, hailing from Afghanistan and named after a Mughal queen, weighs a hefty 3.5 kilograms and can cost up to Rs 1,000 per piece. Lastly, Japan's prized Miyazaki Mango steals the show with a staggering price of Rs 3 lakh per kilogram. Some farmers in West Bengal, India, have also started cultivating this prized variety.

In a suspected militant attack in Manipur's Bishnupur district, one CRPF personnel was killed and three others injured. Militants fired from a hillside towards a security post in Naranseina village, with one bomb detonating within the outpost. The assault lasted from midnight to around 2:15 am. The deceased belonged to CRPF's 128 Battalion stationed at Naranseina. The attackers fired indiscriminately and hurled bombs, leading to casualties. The injured personnel are receiving treatment. The incident underscores ongoing security challenges in the region.

WhatsApp warns of closure in India if forced to compromise encryption, citing user privacy protection. Legal battle with Delhi High Court ensues over IT Rules 2021, challenging message traceability mandate. Meta-owned platform, with 400 million Indian users, emphasizes privacy features as key attraction. CEO Mark Zuckerberg lauds India's messaging embrace. WhatsApp and Meta contest rules as undermining encryption and violating constitutional rights. Concerns raised over extensive message storage requirements under regulations, differing from global standards. Complex legal standoff unfolds amidst debate on privacy versus security.