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The Indian Space Research Organisation headquarters in Bengaluru was placed on high alert after receiving a bomb threat email, which was later declared a hoax, just days after a similar threat was made.

The Jammu and Kashmir government has withdrawn two books from school libraries, citing highly inappropriate content on separatism. The Education Minister vows to take strict action against those involved.

Joymala, a 66-year-old patrol elephant, was laid to rest with a guard of honour after 34 years of service in Kaziranga National Park. Her bravery and dedication to wildlife conservation have left a lasting impact.

The Directorate General of Maritime Administration has introduced a mandatory yoga-based wellness training program for seafarers, called 'Sagar Mein Yog' (SMY). The program aims to promote the overall well-being of seafarers and improve maritime operations.

Andhra Pradesh government is working to develop its schools to meet global standards, providing state-of-the-art facilities and quality education. Several government schools in Nellore are being developed to meet corporate standards.

A study by Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) found that El Niño and La Niña events significantly influence the number of tropical cyclones in the Bay of Bengal during the post-monsoon season, with La Niña years showing increased cyclone activity.

Indian Railways will operate 300 special trains for Puri Rath Yatra and 100 for Onam festival in Kerala. The special trains will cater to increased travel demand during both festivals.

The Karnataka government is set to host a high-level consultative workshop at Hampi to develop global standard tourist destinations. The workshop aims to plan the future course of Karnataka's tourism sector.

The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission has issued an order for the immediate renewal of Power Purchase Agreements for mini-hydro and wind projects, addressing delayed renewals and non-payment issues.

A 35-year-old labourer from Bihar has been arrested for allegedly murdering a 40-year-old woman from West Bengal in Bengaluru. The accused was known to the victim and had visited her residence on the day of the incident.

The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for Mumbai, Pune, Raigad, and other districts in Maharashtra, warning of extremely heavy rainfall and strong winds.

Agra Police arrested a woman for allegedly killing her husband and burying his body beneath the bathroom floor, after she filed a missing persons complaint for the victim.

Gurugram's District Town Planner (Enforcement) resumes anti-encroachment drive in DLF Phase-3's S Block, sealing an illegal PG accommodation and removing unauthorised structures. The drive will continue against unauthorised occupation of stilt parking areas and other illegal activities.

ISRO has successfully conducted Integrated Parachute tests for the Gaganyaan's Crew Module splashdown at sea. The tests validate deceleration systems and involve the deployment of 10 parachutes.

A man was arrested in Bihar's Saharsa district for allegedly acting as a middleman and influencing police investigations, leading to the suspension of 10 police officers suspected of complicity.

A house collapse in Mumbai's Mankhurd area amid heavy rains has resulted in the deaths of six people, including five children. The incident occurred on a day when several areas in Mumbai recorded heavy rainfall.

Indian Railways launches new express train between Puri and Koraput, improving rail connectivity within Odisha. The train will run from Puri on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays and from Koraput on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.

A desperate search operation is underway off the coast of Visakhapatnam after six fishermen went missing in the Bay of Bengal. The Andhra Pradesh government has sought the assistance of the Indian Coast Guard in the search operation.