Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh's convoy was ambushed by armed militants in Kangpokpi district while en route to tension-stricken Jiribam from Imphal. One security personnel sustained injuries in the attack on Monday morning along National Highway-37. The Chief Minister intended to visit Jiribam the following day amidst unrest sparked by the recent killing of a 59-year-old farmer, Soibam Saratkumar Singh. The incident exacerbated ethnic tensions, prompting evacuations and setting off protests demanding the return of confiscated firearms. Jiribam, a diverse community comprising Meiteis, Muslims, Nagas, Kukis, and others, had previously been relatively untouched by such conflicts.

A terrorist attack near Reasi, Jammu and Kashmir, targeted a bus carrying pilgrims from Shiv Khori, resulting in 10 deaths and numerous injuries. CCTV footage captured the assailants' movements, prompting a high-level meeting led by LG Manoj Sinha. PM Modi seeks a report on the incident. SDRF and drones aid search efforts in the dense forest. Lashkar-e-Taiba's Abu Hamza is suspected. Rescue operations are complete, with injured hospitalized. LG Sinha condemns the attack, affirming a joint operation by security forces to apprehend the terrorists.

E-rickshaw drivers in Ayodhya express distress over declining business following BJP's loss in the Faizabad seat. They attribute the slump to fewer tourists after the Lok Sabha election, criticizing the lack of government attention. Drivers report significant income drops, with earnings plummeting from Rs 500-800 to Rs 200-250. They highlight neglect from BJP candidates and ministers, exacerbating Ayodhya's developmental standstill. The defeat casts a shadow over the once-thriving pilgrimage site, with fewer visitors impacting drivers' livelihoods directly.

A retired executive was scammed out of ₹85 lakh by fraudsters pretending to be CBI officers. The gang contacted him on Skype, falsely claiming his name was linked to narcotics and money laundering. They pressured him into sending the money to a company called Rana Garments, promising it would be returned after verification. The funds were then dispersed to 105 accounts. The Visakhapatnam police are investigating, suspecting bank insiders might be involved due to the gang's detailed knowledge. HDFC Bank is working with the police, and the location linked to Rana Garments was found occupied by another firm.

A bus carrying pilgrims from Shiv Khori to Mata Vaishno Devi was ambushed by terrorists in Reasi, Jammu, on Sunday evening. The attack caused the driver to lose control, and the bus plunged into a deep gorge, killing 9 people, including a child. 33 others were injured. The bus was traveling from Ransoo area when it came under attack near Kanda area of Pouni. Reasi SSP Mohita Sharma confirmed the incident, stating that the injured have been rushed to the hospital. The attack has sparked outrage and raised concerns about the safety of pilgrims in the region.

Ten pilgrims died and 33 were injured when suspected terrorists attacked their bus in Reasi, Jammu and Kashmir. The bus, returning from Shiv Khori temple, fell into a gorge after the driver lost control during the attack. The incident happened at 6:10 pm. Local villagers helped rescue the passengers by 8:10 pm. Police, Army, and CRPF launched an operation to find the attackers, who are believed to be hiding in nearby areas. The identities of the passengers are not yet confirmed. Political leaders, including Omar Abdullah, condemned the attack and wished for the swift recovery of the injured.

Nine people were killed and 33 injured when terrorists attacked a bus carrying pilgrims to Shivkhori temple in Reasi, Jammu and Kashmir. The attack occurred in Teryath village. SSP Reasi Mohita Sharma confirmed the incident. Police, army, and paramilitary forces launched a rescue operation. This attack is a major escalation in violence in the region, which has been relatively peaceful compared to Rajouri and Poonch. The incident follows a recent bus accident in Akhnoor, where 22 pilgrims died. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences and announced compensation for the victims' families.

Narendra Modi was sworn in as Prime Minister for a third term at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The ceremony included 72 ministers, with 11 from NDA allies. "This new term represents a commitment to coalition governance," said Modi. This marks his first coalition government after the BJP fell short of a majority, securing 240 seats. Modi now joins Jawaharlal Nehru as the only Prime Minister to serve three consecutive terms. The new Council of Ministers reflects broad social representation, including OBCs, SCs, STs, and minorities. Key BJP leaders and NDA partners attended the event, which also saw guests from neighboring countries.

The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has arrested a Vietnamese national at Delhi's IGI Airport for attempting to smuggle prohibited red sandalwood worth Rs 25 lakh. The suspect was detected through behavior detection and surveillance at the check-in area. His baggage was found to contain two logs of red sandalwood, concealed inside his check-in baggage. The logs were confirmed to be red sandalwood by forest officials. The passenger was arrested and the contraband was seized. This is a significant catch, as red sandalwood is a protected species and its trade is illegal.

A close call between two flights at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport has led to the suspension of an air traffic controller. A video showed an IndiGo flight attempting to land as an Air India flight took off from the same runway. The incident is under investigation, and the controller has been taken off duty pending the outcome. IndiGo confirmed the incident, stating that the pilot followed ATC instructions and passenger safety was maintained. The civil aviation ministry is probing the incident to determine what went wrong.