The mother of Prabhas Mondal, the accused in the killing of a minor girl in West Bengal's Baruipur, said her son "got what he deserved" after he died during a police operation. According to police, the accused was killed after allegedly attempting to escape custody during the investigation. His mother declined to claim his body, expressing grief while saying that anyone responsible for such a serious crime should face the consequences. The case has drawn widespread public attention and prompted discussions on child safety, criminal justice, police procedures, and the need for a fair legal process while the investigation continues. (PC: NDTV)

The prime suspect in the killing of an 11-year-old girl in West Bengal died during a police operation conducted as part of the ongoing investigation. According to police, the operation was aimed at recovering evidence related to the case when the suspect allegedly attempted to escape, leading to an exchange in which he sustained injuries. He was later declared dead at a hospital. The case has drawn widespread public attention and renewed calls for timely justice and child safety. Authorities said the investigation remains active, and any remaining legal proceedings will continue in accordance with due process and the law.

    Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist Zakir Ganai was killed in an encounter with security forces after a four-day anti-terror operation in the Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir. The operation began after intelligence inputs led forces to the area, where Ganai remained trapped despite repeated attempts to escape. Security personnel maintained a tight cordon before neutralising the militant during the final assault. Officials described the operation as a significant success in ongoing counter-terror efforts in the region. Authorities recovered weapons and other incriminating material from the encounter site, while search operations continued to ensure no other militants were hiding nearby. (PC: NDTV)

A key accused in the rape and murder of an 11-year-old girl in West Bengal's Baruipur was killed in a police encounter during a crime scene reconstruction, officials said. Police alleged Prabhash Mondol snatched a policeman's firearm, opened fire and attempted to escape, prompting retaliatory firing in which he was fatally injured. The case has triggered widespread outrage after the girl's body was recovered in a sack, with the post-mortem confirming sexual assault. Three people have been arrested under murder, gangrape and POCSO charges, while a Special Investigation Team is probing the case. Authorities are also investigating the lynching of another man who was allegedly mistaken for a suspect during protests. (PC: The Indian Express)

Meta has denied allegations that it knowingly targeted users in India with Instagram advertisements linked to child sexual exploitation and abuse material (CSEAM), calling the claims "categorically inaccurate." The response came after the Indian government issued a notice directing the company to immediately disable such advertisements and explain how they appeared on the platform. Meta said it has a zero-tolerance policy for child exploitation and uses technology, human reviewers and reporting tools to detect and remove such content. The controversy follows a BBC investigation that raised concerns over Instagram ads allegedly promoting access to child abuse material in India. (PC: HT)

A landslide triggered by heavy rain hit a tunnel project site near Meppady in Kerala's Wayanad district on Tuesday. At least five people were killed, and officials fear around 10 others may still be trapped under the debris. Six injured workers were taken to hospital and are in stable condition. Fire and Rescue Services and NDRF teams are carrying out rescue operations. The IMD has issued a red alert for Wayanad after very heavy rainfall. Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan ordered emergency rescue efforts. State ministers also reached the site to monitor the situation.

A landslide hit a tunnel project near Meppady in Wayanad on Tuesday after heavy rain. Two people died, and seven workers are still missing. Rescue teams from the police and fire department are searching the area. Eight people were rescued and taken to a nearby hospital. Local families were moved to safe shelters as a safety measure. The weather department has issued a red alert because more heavy rain is expected. Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan is monitoring the situation. The state government has started an inquiry after reports that the contractor ignored earlier orders to remove soil.

The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has criticised the removal of Diljit Dosanjh's film Satluj from ZEE5, calling it an attempt to suppress historical truth. SGPC president Harjinder Singh Dhami urged authorities to restore the film, saying, "No ban can erase the history." The film is based on the life of Jaswant Singh Khalra, who exposed alleged illegal killings and disappearances in Punjab during the 1990s. The film was reportedly taken down following government directions citing security concerns, reigniting debate over censorship, historical representation and freedom of expression. 

Champat Rai has stepped down as General Secretary of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, with the Trust formally accepting his resignation amid the ongoing donation theft controversy. Trustee Anil Mishra also resigned, while Krishna Mohan was appointed interim General Secretary. The Trust maintained that Rai's resignation was not linked to any wrongdoing and described him as "untainted." It also said strict action would be taken against anyone found guilty in the alleged donation theft case. The leadership change comes as investigations into the alleged financial irregularities continue. (PC: India Today)

A controversy has erupted after BJP leader and animal rights activist Maneka Gandhi alleged that the use of peacock feathers in Jain monks' picchis encourages illegal trade and the killing of India's national bird. Gandhi urged the Jain community to adopt non-animal alternatives, saying the current demand fuels wildlife exploitation. Jain organisations strongly rejected the claim, arguing that Jainism is founded on non-violence and accusing Gandhi of hurting religious sentiments. Several groups have written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and filed complaints against her. Meanwhile, PETA India backed Gandhi, saying avoiding peacock feathers is the safest way to protect the birds. (PC: X)