Chinese AI firm DeepSeek has sparked U.S. national security concerns with its breakthrough AI model, prompting the U.S. Navy to ban its apps over "potential security and ethical issues." The White House confirmed investigations into DeepSeek’s implications, as President Trump labeled it a "wake-up call" for U.S. tech. DeepSeek’s rise caused a dip in U.S. tech stocks, reigniting fears of knowledge distillation from OpenAI models. Meanwhile, DeepSeek faces cyberattacks, temporarily limiting user registrations. Despite advancements, experts assert U.S. dominance in AI, emphasizing its strong chip manufacturing edge.

Virat Kohli’s return to the Ranji Trophy after 13 years has created a buzz rarely seen in domestic cricket. Ahead of Delhi’s match against Railways at Arun Jaitley Stadium, a Delhi police officer requested more security due to the unexpected crowd of journalists and fans. Kohli, choosing not to captain Delhi, supported Ayush Badoni’s leadership. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and JioCinema will live-stream the match to meet fan demand, deviating from their original broadcasting plans. This marks a significant moment for the tournament, showcasing Kohli’s dedication to promoting domestic cricket.

A tragic stampede during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on Mauni Amavasya claimed 15 lives and left several injured. Lakhs had gathered for the auspicious Amrit Snan at the Sangam, resulting in chaotic crowding. Emergency teams rushed to the site, transferring the injured to a central hospital within the Mela grounds. Akharas called off their traditional Amrit Snan, while announcements urged pilgrims to vacate the ghats. Prime Minister Modi reviewed the situation with CM Yogi Adityanath, emphasizing immediate support measures. Enhanced crowd management and medical facilities remain priorities amid this tragedy.

John Perumbalath, the Indian-origin Bishop of Liverpool, faces allegations of sexual assault and harassment by two women. Reports claim incidents occurred between 2019 and 2023 in Essex during his tenure as a bishop. While denying the allegations, Perumbalath stated he cooperated with investigations by the National Safeguarding Team and police, which led to no further action. Controversy deepened as Archbishop Stephen Cottrell was accused of ignoring warnings before Perumbalath's appointment. Perumbalath, originally from Kerala, South India, was ordained in 1994 and moved to the UK in 2001. These revelations raise concerns about the Church’s accountability and disciplinary processes.

The Supreme Court declared domicile-based reservations in postgraduate (PG) medical courses unconstitutional, citing violation of Article 14 of the Constitution. The three-judge bench emphasized that PG medical admissions must be strictly merit-based, though it clarified that existing domicile-based quotas would remain unaffected. The court highlighted that while residency-based reservations might apply to MBBS courses in certain cases, PG courses demand specialized skills, making such quotas impermissible. The ruling follows appeals against a 2019 Punjab and Haryana High Court decision invalidating residence-based quotas for PG admissions at Chandigarh's Government Medical College and Hospital.

At least 10 people are feared dead and dozens injured in a stampede at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. The incident occurred around 2 am when thousands of devotees broke barricades while heading to the Triveni Sangam for a holy dip on Mauni Amavasya. Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath confirmed the situation was under control and urged devotees to avoid rumors. Prime Minister Modi expressed condolences and hoped for the injured's speedy recovery. The Akharas will proceed with a scaled-down Amrit Snan after the crowd thins. Over 10 crore devotees are expected at the event.

India’s chase of 172 in the third T20I against England faltered as Hardik Pandya struggled in the middle overs, scoring 40 off 35 balls. Parthiv Patel slammed Pandya for taking 20-25 balls to get set, criticizing his dot-ball approach. Kevin Pietersen also criticized India’s batting order, suggesting Dhruv Jurel should’ve batted higher. England's spinners, led by Adil Rashid and Jamie Overton, choked India’s innings, as India managed just 40 runs in seven middle overs. Varun Chakravarthy’s 5-wicket haul restricted England to 171/9, but India fell short by 26 runs in Rajkot.

At least a dozen people are feared dead after a crush occurred at India's Kumbh Mela festival in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Eyewitnesses report scenes of chaos, with clothes, shoes, and backpacks scattered on the ground. Despite official predictions of up to 100 million attendees, the famous bathing ritual was suspended, but tens of thousands still tried to take part. The incident occurred early in the morning when pilgrims attempted to jump over police barricades at the sacred Sangam Nose. Opposition leaders have criticized the government for mismanagement and prioritizing VIPs.

An emergency signal from Air India's Mumbai-bound flight AI 2957 triggered a hijack alert on Monday night, causing security protocols to be activated. The flight, which had just taken off from New Delhi, transmitted the ‘squawk 7500’ code, indicating a hijack. The ATC immediately alerted Mumbai airport authorities, the Air Force, and security agencies. Despite the pilot’s clarification that it was a false alarm, the protocol continued. The plane landed safely at Mumbai, where authorities were ready to ensure security. An investigation is underway to determine whether it was a technical error or pilot miscommunication.

A stampede-like situation at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, left over 30 devotees injured, mostly women, during the Mauni Amavasya morning ritual. Barricades broke about a kilometre from the Sangam, causing panic and pushing some women to faint. Fearing casualties, Akharas decided to defer the Amrit Snan for the day. Despite the chaos, millions continued taking the holy dip. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath are overseeing relief efforts. The Maha Kumbh, attracting around 40 crore pilgrims, is the world’s largest spiritual gathering.