The Karnataka food department has cancelled over one lakh BPL ration cards in Bengaluru after identifying ineligible beneficiaries. The crackdown targets individuals who own cars, pay income tax, or exceed income limits. Residents are advised to check their status on the official portal to ensure continued benefits.

Maharashtra Cyber Police confirmed that a viral video involving popular streamer Payal Gaming is an AI-generated deepfake. Authorities have launched a probe to identify the creators, warning the public against sharing the malicious content, which aimed to tarnish the influencer’s reputation through digital manipulation.

The U.S. Department of Justice has released a heavily redacted cache of thousands of documents and photos from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. The images show Epstein with high-profile figures, including Bill Clinton, Michael Jackson, and Richard Branson.

A SpiceJet passenger alleged physical assault by an off-duty Air India Express pilot during a boarding queue dispute in Delhi. The victim claimed the pilot grew aggressive over a line-cutting misunderstanding. Air India Express confirmed the incident, stating the pilot has been grounded pending investigation.

Nikola Tesla famously observed, “Life is and will ever remain an equation incapable of solution, but it contains certain known factors.” This profound thought highlights the blend of scientific logic and the unsolvable mysteries of existence, encouraging a lifelong pursuit of knowledge and wonder.

A new cultural shift shows Gen Z trading traditional clubbing for “Kirtan nights” and techno-infused bhajan concerts. Blending spiritual roots with modern beats, these gatherings offer a sober, community-driven alternative to nightlife, allowing young devotees to celebrate faith through a contemporary, high-energy musical lens.

In a rare moment of camaraderie at the Lok Sabha Speaker’s gallery, PM Narendra Modi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra engaged in a friendly conversation over tea. They reportedly discussed the PM’s recent Ethiopia visit and Priyanka’s experiences learning Malayalam during her Wayanad campaign.