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The Supreme Court's decision to stay social media activist Wajahat Khan’s arrest in multiple FIRs despite acknowledging his hate-filled posts has triggered a debate on judicial consistency, especially when compared to the earlier arrest of influencer-law student Sharmistha Panoli. Both were accused of similar offences, yet while Panoli was arrested without pre-arrest relief or Supreme Court intervention, Khan received sweeping protection. The contrasting treatment has raised serious questions about double standards in the Indian judiciary.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced a “complete and total ceasefire” between Israel and Iran, marking the end of a 12-day conflict. However, tensions remain as missile sirens continue to sound across Israel, and both sides have traded accusations of ceasefire violations. While Israel claims to have achieved all objectives under Operation Rising Lion, Iran issued conflicting statements about the agreement, raising questions about the ceasefire’s stability.

At least five passengers and two crew members fell ill mid-air on Air India flight AI-130 from London to Mumbai, with symptoms pointing to possible food poisoning. The flight landed safely in Mumbai, where medical teams attended to those affected. While the exact cause is under investigation, Air India has ruled out cabin depressurization and confirmed that the regulator has been notified.

Asia is warming nearly twice as fast as the global average, with 2024 marking one of the hottest years on record, according to the World Meteorological Organization. The region faced prolonged heatwaves, accelerated glacier melt, and rising sea levels, increasing risks for millions. Experts warn that urgent climate action is critical as vulnerable communities bear the brunt of escalating environmental threats.

Tripura has become the third Indian state after Mizoram and Goa to be declared fully literate, with a literacy rate of 95.6%. The achievement follows the successful implementation of the ‘ULLAS New India Literacy Programme’. According to the Ministry of Education, the state surpassed the 95% benchmark required for full literacy, marking a significant leap from its 1961 literacy rate of just 20.24%.