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A scooter exploded outside the BSF headquarters in Jalandhar, causing panic. No confirmed casualties. Police and bomb squads are investigating, with the area sealed and security tightened near the sensitive installation.

Lottery baron Santiago Martin’s family made a unique political debut, with his wife, son and son-in-law winning seats in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, each from different parties. This highlights their growing influence across regional politics.

A passenger opened an emergency exit and jumped from an Air Arabia flight while it was taxiing at Chennai airport. He was quickly detained by security. No major injuries were reported, but the incident caused panic and brief disruption.

India has rejected Nepal’s objection to the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra through Lipulekh Pass, calling the claims unjustified. It said the route has long been in use and lies within Indian territory, amid ongoing tensions over the disputed Himalayan region.

The Supreme Court granted anticipatory bail to Congress leader Pawan Khera in an Assam FIR case. He is protected from arrest while investigation continues into allegations linked to remarks on the Assam Chief Minister’s family.

At least eight people died after a wall collapsed near Bowring Hospital in Bengaluru during heavy rain and strong winds. The victims were reportedly taking shelter when the structure suddenly gave way. The storm also flooded roads and disrupted normal life across the city.

Shehbaz Sharif said the Iran conflict is causing major economic damage to Pakistan, with rising oil import costs and inflation. He warned that recent economic gains are reversing due to global instability and increasing pressure on the country’s finances.

An Air India pilot died in Bali after suffering a heart attack during a layover following a Delhi flight. He was taken to a hospital immediately but could not be saved, the airline said, expressing condolences to his family.

A superyacht linked to Russian billionaire Alexey Mordashov passed through the Strait of Hormuz, raising questions over how it secured passage during ongoing regional tensions and restrictions.