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Discover the details of the Nalanda mid-day meal incident where 36 students fell ill after detergent was mistakenly used instead of salt.

The video, which surfaced on social media on Wednesday, shows a woman at the Minimarg checkpoint in Kargil, Ladakh, arguing with security personnel over restrictions on traffic movement after her group was stopped at the checkpoint.

More than 150 years after Charles Darwin proposed his theory of ticklishness, new research has found evidence supporting his idea. Scientists discovered that body parts touched less frequently tend to be more ticklish. The study also mapped the most ticklish areas of the human body, including the neck, armpits, abdomen and feet, offering fresh insights into one of science’s oldest mysteries.

A major study analyzing more than 12 million death certificates has found that pilots and flight attendants face some of the highest rates of radiation-related cancer deaths among U.S. workers. Researchers say prolonged exposure to cosmic radiation at high altitudes may increase the risk of cancers including leukemia, melanoma, breast and thyroid cancer, raising fresh concerns about the long-term health risks faced by airline crews.

India defeated arch-rivals Pakistan 5-3 in their Pool D clash to qualify for the second round of the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup in Amstelveen.

A Bengaluru court has rejected Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa’s plea to appear physically in the Renukaswamy murder trial, directing that he continue attending proceedings through video conferencing. The court accepted the prosecution's argument that physical production was unnecessary and could disrupt proceedings, while ensuring facilities for private communication with lawyers.

Tamil Nadu has extended maternity leave for women government employees from 12 weeks to 365 days for the birth of a third child. The announcement was made by Human Resources Management Minister D. Sarathkumar, bringing benefits for a third child on par with those available for the first two children. The move is aimed at supporting women employees and strengthening welfare measures.

Presidential candidates and political party leaders have signed the National Peace Accord in Abuja ahead of the 2027 general elections. Despite missing key figures and persistent public scepticism over past electoral violence, hopes remain high.

Yogesh is an electrical engineering graduate and institute topper from IIT Bombay. He impressed the host by sharing that he cracked IIT in his first attempt and turned down an 18 LPA campus placement offer to chase his dream of clearing the UPSC exams.

Rahul Gandhi has backed tribal protests against the Ken-Betwa river-linking project in Madhya Pradesh and promised to visit the site.

A massive, devastating fire broke out at a hotel on Mirza Ghalib Street in central Kolkata around 2:00 AM, trapping several guests on the upper floors as thick, toxic smoke quickly filled the building. Fire services and emergency response teams rushed to the scene to battle the intense flames, successfully rescuing multiple trapped individuals while treating several others for smoke inhalation and burn injuries.

U.S. envoy Sergio Gor is making his maiden visit to Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh since taking charge. The visit comes amid heightened diplomatic and strategic interest in the region, with Gor's engagement expected to draw attention to India-U.S. ties and developments in Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.

The event also marked an important step towards safer, more convenient and inclusive mobility for women with the launch of 56 dedicated Ladies Special Electric Bus Services.

South Africa's anti-immigration movement, "March and March," has escalated its campaign against undocumented migration by issuing a fresh September 30 deadline for all illegal foreigners to leave the country.

Meta is facing a major legal challenge in the U.S. as states accuse the company of putting children at risk through Facebook and Instagram. The allegations include hiding potential harms, improperly collecting and using children’s data, and designing platforms that allegedly keep young users engaged. Families are demanding greater accountability as the case could influence how Meta operates its social media platforms.

Silphium was a plant with immense medicinal properties that vanished from Earth 2,000 years ago. Ancient Greeks, Romans and Egyptians even cooked with it and used it for contraception. A Turkish professor thinks he has found it on a mountain.

Israel’s military announced criminal probes into high-profile Gaza war incidents, including the killings of five-year-old Hind Rajab, her family, and 15 Palestinian medics following ambulance coordination failures.

President Trump says the Strait of Hormuz is open and operating normally, but global shipping markets appear unconvinced. While oil exports have begun to recover, commercial shipping traffic remains below normal levels, reflecting lingering concerns over security risks in one of the world's most important energy corridors. As oil prices approach $92 a barrel, traders continue to price in a Hormuz risk premium despite claims that the crisis has eased.

Pakistan will host Sri Lanka and England for an ODI tri-series in October 2026. Check out the complete match schedule, venues, and fixtures.