A 32-year-old man in China lived with a broken thermometer in his stomach for 20 years. He only discovered it after experiencing severe abdominal pain. Doctors found the object during scans and performed a successful 20-minute surgery to remove it. The thermometer, swallowed at age 12, had caused ongoing discomfort and risk of internal damage over time.

In the steep, rain-fed hills of Arunachal Pradesh, communities use indigenous methods like bamboo irrigation and contour farming to manage soil and water. These practices, built on deep ecological knowledge, offer sustainable, low-cost solutions for conservation and climate resilience, challenging top-down approaches to land and water management.

The Ganga is often seen in fragments of polluted stretches, cultural narratives, or isolated clean-up efforts. This review argues that such a piecemeal view misses the bigger picture. Understanding the river as a connected system, from source to delta, is key to addressing its ecological and social challenges effectively.

A woman named Hafsath died after a speeding car driving on the wrong side crashed into her scooter in Kozhikode, Kerala. The impact split her scooter into two. She was rushed to Kozhikode Medical College Hospital but succumbed to her injuries. The car, reportedly carrying Pannur residents, was coming from the opposite direction when the fatal collision occurred.

A man posing as Central Industrial Security Force officer was arrested at Hyderabad airport after being caught taking photos in uniform, which raised suspicion. Police found he was running a marriage fraud, using fake identities to cheat women. Already married, he tried to impress a woman's family with false claims. His phone showed many chats. Police are tracing possible victims.

A Mumbai woman's auto ride went viral after she shared a driver's note assuring women passengers of their safety. The message read, "I am also someone's father and brother. Sit without worries." The gesture struck a chord online, with users praising the driver's empathy and saying such acts help build trust in everyday travel.

A woman allegedly under the influence of alcohol parked her car in the middle of a busy road in Hisar, Haryana, causing a traffic jam. In a viral video, she is seen refusing to move and boasting about her government job and salary. Police intervened, detained her and registered a case for public obstruction.

Indian football icon Sunil Chhetri created a memorable crossover moment at Mumbai Indians' practice at Wankhede Stadium. While interacting with coach Mahela Jayawardene, he instinctively took a clean catch during nets. Adding humour, Chhetri joked, "One day, 12th man," delighting players and fans with his wit and showcasing a fun blend of football and cricket.

SIT probing TCS Nashik case found victims' complaints were ignored and not escalated. Around 78 suspicious calls, emails and chats have been recovered, along with possible financial links. HR manager Nida Khan is accused of being 'mastermind' who suppressed complaints. Police are also probing suspected collusion, including contact between a senior official and an accused even after filing of case.

A 25-year-old man, Jashandeep Singh, was tied to a tree and beaten to death in Punjab's Mansa. He was killed by married woman's family over alleged affair with her. The victim's family claims he was targeted earlier too. Singh died in hospital due to severe injuries. Police have launched an investigation, while the accused are currently on the run.