Madhya Pradesh High Court declares disputed Bhojshala site as temple

The Madhya Pradesh High Court declared the disputed Bhojshala complex in Dhar as a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Saraswati and a historical center of Sanskrit learning. The court dismissed the previous order from April 2003 that permitted prayers by the Muslim community at the site. Relying heavily on a comprehensive scientific survey report submitted by the Archaeological Survey of India, the court observed the continuity of Hindu worship at the location. The judicial bench highlighted that the government has a constitutional obligation to preserve ancient monuments and sanctum sanctorums. Furthermore, the court ruled that the Muslim community can approach the government for alternate land within the Dhar district to construct a mosque. The Government of India and the Archaeological Survey of India have been directed to take over the administration, management, and conservation of the Bhojshala temple complex.

Video: PM Modi receives grand welcome in UAE- his first stop of 5-nation tour

Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his five-nation tour with a brief four-hour stop in Abu Dhabi on Friday, where he received a grand ceremonial welcome from the top UAE leadership. Upon entering Emirati airspace, his aircraft was escorted by the UAE F-16 fighter jets, a gesture Modi described as an honour for the people of India.

Govt takes responsibility for NEET leak, vows strict action against exam mafia

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday announced that the re-examination for NEET-UG 2026 will be held on June 21 after the original May 3 test was cancelled over the paper leak controversy. Addressing a press conference on Friday, Pradhan acknowledged a "breach in the chain of command" and said the government was taking responsibility for the failure.

Bengal Police raids unearth luxury bunker, lavish pool at two TMC leaders' homes

The Bengal police have launched targeted search operations across the state, cracking down on illegal slaughterhouses, unauthorised toll plazas, and parking lots. During these raids, authorities discovered a hidden subterranean chamber inside the residence of a TMC leader who is currently evading arrest following post-poll violence.