The Centre will fund urban decongestion projects on national highways only if states contribute financially, as per the new Urban Congestion Policy. Projects will be fully access-controlled, 4-lane corridors with closed tolling. States can contribute through land acquisition cost sharing, GST reimbursement, land pooling, or value capture mechanisms.

PhysicsWallah has been fined ₹5 lakh by the CCPA for employing 'dark patterns' on its platform. The edtech firm allegedly auto-selected donations during checkout, collecting ₹2.5 crore from users without explicit consent. Concerns were also raised about inaccessible 'free courses' requiring personal data, impacting young consumers.

Companies are facing rising costs for both cans and glass bottles this summer, impacting beer and soft drink manufacturers. Supply disruptions from West Asia for aluminium cans and increased LPG costs have led to price hikes of 15-20% for packaging. Distributors anticipate a Rs 10 price increase for 300 ml Diet Coke cans.

Former J&K CM Mehbooba Mufti urged political parties and civil society to unite for dialogue with the central government, drawing inspiration from Ladakh's successful engagement. She called for an all-party meeting to address the region's despair and uncertainty, emphasizing the need for a broad consensus post-2019.

A CISF jawan, Jaswinder Singh, sustained a foot injury due to accidental firing of his INSAS rifle at Jammu Tawi railway station on Tuesday. The incident occurred while he was on duty within the station premises. He was promptly taken to a hospital and is reported to be in stable condition.

Shots were fired outside educator Khan Sir's coaching institute in Patna, injuring a security guard. The incident is suspected to be linked to rivalries between local coaching institute operators. The injured guard is receiving medical treatment, and authorities are gathering statements to further investigate the physical assault.

Congress leaders met in Delhi to finalise the Karnataka Cabinet. DK Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah discussed ministerial berths and deputy chief minister posts. The swearing-in ceremony for the new Chief Minister is scheduled for Wednesday. The party aims to form a stable government. Discussions are ongoing to finalize the complete list of ministers.

AI offers structured advice for life's challenges, processing vast data to simulate reasoning. However, a mother's instinct, honed over decades, provides a deeper, more personal form of comfort and guidance. This contrast highlights the irreplaceable nature of maternal love and understanding in navigating everyday crises.

Samik Bhattacharya, the West Bengal BJP leader, has taken a definitive stand against former TMC leaders who wish to join their ranks, branding them as 'tainted' and insisting that the BJP thrives on grassroots support. He also dismissed Mamata Banerjee's intentions to stage a protest over supposed post-poll violence as an attempt to sidestep her party's internal challenges.

Aam Aadmi Party National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal slammed the BJP government after his party leader alleged that his discussion with students on the recent paper leak was stopped by Uttar Pradesh Police in Prayagraj.

New rules mandate foreign nationals register within 180 days of arrival to extend their stay, with late registrations only allowed in emergencies. Children with an Indian parent are exempt, but foreign citizenship acquisition must be reported within 30 days. A digital appeals process and 24-hour reporting window are also introduced.

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor questioned the mandatory full recitation of Vande Mataram at every public event, deeming it an «unnecessary imposition.» He emphasized that while the national song commands respect, forcing its complete rendition twice during short programs is difficult to justify.

Karnataka CM-designate DK Shivakumar expressed deep gratitude to the Gandhi family for their pivotal role in his political career. He vowed to work with sincerity and commitment to build a progressive, inclusive, and prosperous Karnataka, drawing inspiration from Rajiv Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra.

In a proactive move to enhance transparency, CBSE has unveiled a new online portal where students can check their marks and request re-evaluations of their answer sheets. This initiative is supported by an informative video guide and is a response to recent investigations by the Education Ministry into potential discrepancies in on-screen marking and cybersecurity matters.

Kashmir faces a significant stomach cancer burden, prompting the ICMR to launch a special initiative. The four-year project aims to boost screening, early diagnosis, and treatment for gastrointestinal, oral, breast, and cervical cancers across Jammu & Kashmir. This effort targets adults over 40 for GI cancers and focuses on integrating prevention into public healthcare.