Cuttack city faces curfew and internet suspension after fresh violence erupted during Durga idol immersion, injuring police and civilians. Chief Minister Majhi appealed for calm, promising strict action against miscreants. Authorities imposed a 36-hour curfew and internet ban following a stone-pelting bike rally that injured 25. Tensions remain high as VHP calls for a bandh.

INS Androth will not only strengthen India’s defence industrial base but also reduce dependence on foreign suppliers in critical maritime technologies.

Relatives of patients who died in Sunday night’s fire at a Jaipur hospital alleged that staff ignored repeated warnings about smoke in the ICU and fled as the blaze intensified.