A firefight broke out between security forces and militants in Doda district, Jammu and Kashmir, on Thursday. The encounter occurred in Upper Desa Bhatta forests, Kashtigarh area, leaving two soldiers injured. The Indian Army confirmed the operation, which is the third in the area since Monday night. The militants attacked a security forces' camp near a government school building at midnight, leading to an exchange of fire that lasted until 4 am. The injured soldiers were referred to Doda Government Medical College Hospital for treatment. The operation is ongoing.

Aanvi Kamdar, a 27-year-old travel influencer from Mumbai, died after falling into a gorge at Kumbhe Waterfall in Raigad district, Maharashtra. She was creating content for Instagram when she slipped and fell 300 feet. A rescue team retrieved her after a six-hour operation, but she succumbed to her injuries at the hospital. Kamdar was with a group of friends at the time of the accident. Authorities have warned tourists to exercise caution when visiting waterfalls during the monsoon season. The incident highlights the importance of prioritizing safety while capturing content. Kamdar was also a chartered accountant and ran the Instagram account @theglocaljournal.

A woman doctor saved an elderly man's life after he suffered a heart attack at Delhi Airport's Terminal 2 on Wednesday. The man, in his late 60s, collapsed in the food court area. The doctor, who was present at the scene, immediately began performing chest compressions. Her prompt actions revived the man within five minutes. The incident was captured on video and has gone viral on social media. The doctor's identity is not known, but her quick response and medical expertise have been widely praised. The man regained consciousness and is reportedly stable.

Police have arrested Qazim Ansari, 40, for the murder of Jitan Sahni, 70, in Darbhanga district. Sahni, father of former Bihar minister Mukesh Sahni, was found dead at his home on Tuesday. Ansari, a resident of Supaul Bazar, confessed to borrowing ₹1.5 lakh from Sahni and failing to repay it. He was arrested within 24 hours of the crime. Police are investigating further to see if anyone else was involved. The motive behind the murder was established as non-repayment of the loan. The case is under investigation and further details are awaited.

Two security personnel were killed and four injured in an IED blast triggered by Naxalites in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district on Wednesday night. The incident occurred as a joint team of STF, DRG, CRPF, and CoBRA personnel were returning from an anti-Naxalite operation. The deceased constables, Bharat Sahu and Satyer Singh Kange, were part of the STF. The team had launched the operation on Tuesday following intelligence inputs about Naxalite presence in the area. The blast highlights the ongoing threat of Naxalite violence in the region, and the sacrifices made by security personnel in combating it.

Aanvi Kamdar, 27-year-old social media influencer, died after falling into a 300-foot gorge at Kumbhe waterfall in Raigad, Maharashtra. She was shooting a video with seven friends when she slipped into a deep crevice around 10:30 am. Local authorities and rescue teams responded promptly, with additional support from the Coast Guard and Maharashtra State Electricity Board staff. Unfortunately, Aanvi succumbed to her injuries. The incident occurred on July 16 during a trip with friends. An investigation is underway. Aanvi was a resident of Mumbai and had a significant following on social media.

According to sources, a new batch of terrorists has infiltrated Jammu region in the past six months, carrying out recent attacks. Most are suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) recruits from Pakistan's Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa regions. Two groups, 'People's Anti-Fascist Front' and 'Kashmir Tigers', claimed responsibility, but are believed to be JeM fronts. The terrorists are highly trained and motivated, with some having battle experience in Afghanistan. Former Pakistan Army soldiers may be among them. The security establishment is investigating and monitoring the situation closely. The attacks have raised concerns about the resurgence of terrorism in the region.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has ignited a controversy by announcing a bill to reserve 70% of non-management and 50% of management-level jobs in private companies for Kannadigas. Initially proposing 100% reservation for Group C and D jobs, the Chief Minister faced severe criticism, prompting him to delete and repost the announcement. Business leaders, including Biocon's Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, expressed concerns over potential impacts on industries like IT. Despite opposition, Labour Minister Santosh Lad defended the move, emphasizing the state's abundance of skilled workforce while assuring flexibility for hiring from outside Karnataka if necessary.

Dilip Khedkar, retired Maharashtra government officer and father of trainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar, is under investigation for allegedly owning assets disproportionate to his income. Pune ACB questioned him regarding the complaint filed by Tanaji Gambhir, detailing properties including land, cars, and companies. Following the inquiry, Dilip and his wife Manorama, a sarpanch, went missing amidst a separate case involving a video showing Manorama threatening people with a pistol. Puja Khedkar's IAS selection is also under scrutiny for discrepancies in her disability and OBC status claims. The Centre has initiated a probe into her appointment.

Raju, a 48-year-old man from Sulthan Bathery, Wayanad, was killed by a wild elephant on Tuesday night. He was attacked while walking home from his farm and was rushed to a hospital in Kozhikode, where he succumbed to his injuries. The incident led to protests in the village, with locals demanding action to prevent human-wildlife conflicts. The death is the latest in a series of elephant attacks in Wayanad, highlighting the ongoing conflict between humans and wildlife in the region. The incident is under investigation by local authorities.