An FIR has been filed against Alt News co-founder Mohammad Zubair for allegedly inciting protests against Dasna Devi temple priest Yati Narsinghanand. Zubair’s posts allegedly led to a demonstration, prompting police to impose prohibitory orders. The charges against Zubair include promoting enmity and defamation. Ten protesters were arrested amid heightened security and tension in Ghaziabad.

Authorities dismantled an illegal structure built by Baba Chaitanya Akash near Devi Kund in the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve after a strenuous two-day trek. The unauthorized construction sparked local outrage over environmental concerns, prompting a swift response from officials to uphold ecological protections.

Omar Abdullah, vice president of the National Conference, is contesting the Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections from Budgam and Ganderbal constituencies. He said he is confident of party’s win.