Saquib Nachan, a convicted terrorist with links to ISIS, died at Safdarjung Hospital in New Delhi while undergoing treatment. Nachan, who was serving time in Tihar Jail, had been transferred to the hospital due to his deteriorating health. He was convicted for his involvement in the 2002-03 Mumbai bomb blasts and was allegedly involved in promoting ISIS activities in India.

A political storm has erupted in Maharashtra over the mandatory introduction of Hindi in schools. Deputy CM Eknath Shinde criticized Shiv Sena (UBT) for their shifting stance, while leaders like Aaditya Thackeray and Sharad Pawar opposed the move, citing concerns about overburdening students and sidelining the mother tongue.

Shashi Tharoor appears to diverge from Rahul Gandhi's criticism of the RSS, acknowledging the historical context of Golwalkar's preference for Manusmriti while suggesting the RSS has evolved. This comes amid growing tensions between Tharoor and the Congress leadership, highlighted by cryptic social media posts and differing views on PM Modi's diplomacy, leading to indirect rebukes from party leaders.

A research paper reveals a stark gender disparity in Indian entrepreneurship, with less than 1% of women being entrepreneurs, significantly below global averages. While male entrepreneurship aligns with global trends, female participation lags due to persistent barriers hindering firm growth, necessitating state-specific policy interventions to address this under-representation.

In a significant stride towards multilingual education, twenty-two Indian languages are now part of university academics. The Bharatiya Bhasha Pustak Scheme, driven by the UGC and Bharatiya Bhasha Samiti, has engaged over 1,000 authors to create foundational textbooks. With 23 universities acting as nodal agencies, over 750 books are being developed, and 188 are ready for publishing.

Indian Railways is considering expanding the list of acceptable documents for IRCTC account authentication beyond Aadhaar, potentially including PAN Card, driving license, and voter ID via Digilocker. This update, possibly announced on Monday, aims to streamline Tatkal ticket bookings, which serve around 2.2 lakh passengers daily. The decision follows a review meeting chaired by Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.

Monojit Mishra, the primary suspect in a Kolkata rape case, displayed a history of psychopathic behavior and sexual violence, according to former classmates. Despite numerous complaints of harassment and assault, Mishra faced no consequences and maintained influence on campus. Other co-accused individuals are also involved, raising concerns about the safety and accountability within the college environment.

Electoral Registration Officers will now scrutinize voter roll inclusions and deletions, referring suspected foreign nationals to citizenship authorities. They will conduct inquiries, issue notices, and pass speaking orders, ensuring fair hearings for those excluded.

IPS officer Parag Jain, an expert on Pakistan and China, has been appointed as the new head of RAW, succeeding Ravi Sinha. His appointment, effective July 1, comes after his crucial role in Operation Sindoor. Jain's focus will be on leveraging technology for intelligence, monitoring diaspora communities, and countering hybrid warfare, particularly from China and Pakistan.

Chief Justice of India Bhushan Gavai emphasized the importance of the creamy layer principle within SC/STs. He cautioned against judicial overreach and highlighted the Constitution's role in social transformation. Gavai mentioned landmark judgments, including those on Article 370 and electoral bonds. He also addressed pending cases and infrastructure improvements. Gavai ruled out post-retirement assignments, focusing on his current responsibilities.

India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has vehemently rejected accusations from the Pakistan Army linking India to a deadly suicide bombing in North Waziristan that killed 16 soldiers. The MEA dismissed the claims as contemptible, despite the Pakistan Taliban faction claiming responsibility for the attack. The bombing, which involved an explosives-laden vehicle, also injured dozens and damaged nearby homes.

Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has openly criticized her party colleagues, Kalyan Banerjee and Madan Mitra, for their controversial remarks regarding the Kolkata law college gang-rape case, emphasizing that misogyny transcends party lines in India. The AITC swiftly disassociated itself from the leaders' comments, condemning them strongly.

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian on the ISS, shared his experience with PM Modi, emphasizing Earth's unity from space and its alignment with India's values. PM Modi lauded Shukla's journey as a catalyst for India's Gaganyaan mission and future space endeavors. Shukla highlighted ongoing scientific experiments and inspired India's youth to pursue their dreams.

An Air India flight to Chennai made an emergency landing in Mumbai. The reason was a burning smell in the cockpit. Another Air India Express flight from Delhi to Jammu returned due to a technical problem. An alternative aircraft was arranged for the Delhi-Jammu passengers. These incidents follow the recent Air India-171 flight crash in Ahmedabad.

TMC leader Madan Mitra sparked outrage by seemingly blaming the victim in the Kolkata law college gang-rape case, suggesting she shouldn't have gone to the college when it was closed. His remarks drew strong condemnation amid public anger over the incident, which has triggered political backlash and comparisons to past failures. Opposition parties demand accountability and justice.

Shashi Tharoor addressed speculation about his strained relationship with the Congress party, stating any issues would be discussed privately. This follows cryptic social media posts and remarks praising PM Modi's diplomacy, which drew criticism from within the party. Congress leaders indirectly rebuked Tharoor, questioning his loyalty, while Tharoor maintained his comments reflected national interest.

In a historic moment, Axiom-4 pilot Shubhanshu Shukla echoed Rakesh Sharma's sentiments from space, declaring India ruly majestic. Interacting with PM Modi from the ISS, Shukla emphasized oneness and Unity in Diversity, highlighting the absence of borders from space.

Vishwa Hindu Parishad issued a warning regarding potential attacks on Kanwariyas during the upcoming Kanwar Yatra. VHP emphasized the Yatra's significance for national unity. The organisation also advocated for stopping religious conversions. They reiterated the demand to free temples from government control. VHP highlighted Bharat's progress towards a Hindutva-based renaissance.

PM Modi engaged in a cheerful video call with Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, India's newest space traveller, congratulating him on his historic achievement. Shukla shared that he brought 'gajar ka halwa', 'moong dal ka halwa', and 'aam ras' to share India's culinary heritage with his international teammates, who thoroughly enjoyed the treats.

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma advocated for removing secularism and socialism from the Constitution's Preamble, echoing RSS's suggestion. He believes these terms, added during the Emergency, contradict India's principles of Sarva Dharma Sambhava and its economic vision. Sarma urged the government to eliminate these words, viewing them as legacies of the Emergency that Prime Minister Modi is working to erase.

A law student in Kolkata was allegedly gang-raped by three men, including a former student leader, on the college campus, sparking outrage and protests. The accused, along with the college's security guard, have been arrested. The BJP is demanding the resignation of the chief minister, while the NCW has taken cognizance of the case, calling for a swift investigation.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi sparked excitement at a spiritual event by alluding to Operation Sindoor, drawing cheers from the audience. He praised Acharya Vidyanand Maharaj Ji's contributions to Jain philosophy and highlighted the government's welfare policies inspired by spiritual figures. Modi also emphasized the promotion of mother tongues like Prakrit and the digitization of ancient Jain manuscripts.

Former Manipur CM N. Biren Singh stated that efforts are underway to establish a popular government in the state, emphasizing the BJP's commitment to restoring peace. He expressed optimism about forming a new government soon, highlighting the party's focus on resolving the ongoing crisis through collaboration with the central government and MLAs. Singh noted the absence of inter-community fighting in recent months, underscoring the importance of peace.

The Bombay High Court initiated contempt proceedings against a BMC engineer over delays in constructing a toilet block in a Mumbai slum, escalating the matter to the Supreme Court. The High Court, emphasizing the right to dignified living under Article 21 and the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, had ordered the toilet's completion.

Tejashwi Yadav, RJD leader, accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of influencing the Election Commission to cancel Bihar's voter list and create a new one based on pre-1987 documents. He alleged this is a conspiracy to disenfranchise voters and deprive them of welfare benefits. Yadav stated he discussed the issue with opposition alliance members, ahead of the upcoming Bihar assembly elections.

BJP criticized the TMC government following a reported gangrape at a Kolkata law college, alleging the main accused's connection to TMC. Sambit Patra claimed the incident appeared state-sponsored due to the accused's TMC affiliation. BJP President JP Nadda formed a committee, including Satpal Singh and Meenakshi Lekhi, to investigate the matter and submit a report.

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has entered the Constitution debate, affirming the Preamble's unchangeable nature. This follows the RSS's call to review 'socialist' and 'secular' terms, sparking political clashes. While BJP leaders support the review, the opposition, led by Rahul Gandhi, accuses the RSS-BJP of undermining the Constitution and promoting a hidden agenda.

A female law student was allegedly gangraped on her college campus in South Kolkata, igniting widespread outrage and a political battle between the TMC and BJP. The BJP strongly criticized Mamata Banerjee, alleging a failure to protect women, while the TMC defended its swift police action and accused the BJP of politicizing the incident.