A fire broke out on the Indian Navy’s INS Brahmaputra at Mumbai dockyard on Sunday evening. The ship is now resting on its side. The fire was controlled by the crew and firefighters from nearby ships. Despite efforts, the ship couldn't be brought upright. One junior sailor is missing. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh was briefed by Naval Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi. An inquiry has been ordered to investigate the incident. The Navy continues to search for the missing sailor. Follow-up actions to assess fire risks were conducted.

The Indian Navy’s INS Brahmaputra, undergoing refit at Mumbai’s naval dockyard, caught fire on Sunday evening. The blaze was contained by the crew and firefighters, but the ship, which is now lying on its side, could not be righted despite efforts. One junior sailor is missing, and a search is ongoing; all other personnel are accounted for. An inquiry has been launched to investigate the incident. The INS Brahmaputra, a guided missile frigate commissioned in 2000, is equipped with advanced weaponry and sensors, and was undergoing maintenance when the accident occurred.

Security forces are gearing up for a major operation in Jammu's Rajouri-Poonch and Doda-Bhaderwah regions to combat a new wave of terrorism. About 40-50 terrorists, primarily from Jaish-e-Mohammed, have infiltrated the area. The operation, set to last several weeks, aims to sweep through the dense forests and secure the region. The Army has increased its presence, including Special Forces and additional troops, to close off escape routes. This follows a spike in attacks since 2020, which have claimed 51 security personnel lives in the region.

The Supreme Court has asked IIT Delhi to form a team of experts to review a disputed question in the 2024 NEET-UG exam. The issue arose when students were awarded marks for two answers to Question 19, despite only one being correct. A petitioner, who scored 711 out of 720, argued she was disadvantaged. The court pointed out the inconsistency and requested an expert opinion by tomorrow. The NEET-UG exam has faced allegations of a question paper leak and high perfect scores, prompting a CBI investigation and the arrest of several individuals.

A terror attack on an Army post in Rajouri's Khawas area, Jammu and Kashmir, was foiled early Monday. Soldiers quickly retaliated when terrorists opened fire, injuring one soldier. Security forces launched a search operation to find the attackers. The incident follows two high-level security meetings in Jammu, led by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Army Chief Gen. Upendra Dwivedi. The attack happened near the home of Village Defence Guard member Parshotam Kumar, who had previously received the Shaurya Chakra for bravery. Reinforcements were sent to the area, and the search for the terrorists continues.

The Economic Survey 2023-24, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, forecasts India's GDP growth at 7% and inflation at 4.5% for FY25. The report highlights India's resilience amid global challenges, with a strong emphasis on private investment, agriculture, and MSME growth. Structural reforms like GST and IBC have begun to yield results. The survey underscores the need for domestic economic efforts, improved fiscal discipline, and addressing key policy areas including job creation and skill development to sustain growth.

In an interim order, the Supreme Court has suspended Uttar Pradesh's directive requiring shop owners along Kanwar Yatra routes to display their names. The order now mandates only the display of the type of food served. This decision follows a plea by an NGO, citing the directive as arbitrary and potentially discriminatory. Similar orders in Uttarakhand and Madhya Pradesh have also been questioned. The court has issued notices to these states for clarification. Critics argue the directive unfairly targets minorities and raises concerns about identity-based exclusion.

A terrorist attack on an Army post in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district was foiled early Monday, resulting in one soldier injured. The attack occurred less than 24 hours after Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi's visit to Jammu to address the recent surge in terrorist attacks. Security forces initiated a cordon and search operation in the Gundha area following the 4 am attack. This incident follows a series of recent attacks, including one on a temporary army camp in Doda and multiple ambushes in Kathua. Additional troops, including special forces, have been deployed to combat the escalating threat.

The Haryana government suspended mobile internet and bulk SMS services in Nuh district from 6 pm Sunday to 6 pm Monday, ahead of the Braj Mandal Jalabhishek Yatra. This measure aims to prevent misinformation and ensure public peace following last year's violent clashes during the same event. Extensive security, including police, commando units, and surveillance drones, is in place. Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini urged public cooperation for the peaceful conduct of the religious event. Notably, cow vigilante Bittu Bajrangi has been denied permission to attend the yatra.

A landslide on the Kedarnath Yatra route in Uttarakhand’s Rudraprayag district claimed three lives and injured eight others on Sunday morning. The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) reported that the incident occurred near Chirbasa while pilgrims were walking from Gaurikund to the Kedarnath temple. The deceased, identified as Kishore Arun Parate, Sunil Mahadev Kale, and Anurag Bisht, were among those buried under debris. The SDRF, led by Inspector Anirudh Singh Bhandari, conducted rescue operations, evacuating the injured to a hospital and handing over the victims' bodies to district police. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed condolences and assured ongoing relief efforts.