Old Mortar Shell Defused in Poonch Park

An old mortar shell was found in a park near Sher-i-Kashmir Bridge in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir. The bomb disposal squad safely defused it after a youth alerted police.

Rare Blue Moon and Micromoon to Illuminate Chennai Skies

Chennai will witness a rare Blue Moon combined with a micromoon on Sunday night. Despite the name, the moon won't appear blue; it's the second full moon in a month. The micromoon occurs near apogee, making it slightly smaller and dimmer.

Leopard Attacks Two Women in Bijnor

A leopard attacked two women in Bijnor district while they were gathering fodder. The injured are stable, and forest officials plan to install a cage to capture the animal.

ASR Police Seize 170 Kg Ganja, Arrest Four

ASR district police arrested four people and seized 170 kg of dry cannabis worth over Rs 80 lakh from Pathaveedhi. The accused procured ganja from Odisha and planned to sell it in other states. Investigation continues to nab suppliers.

Madikeri Palace Restoration and Museum Plan Approved

The 17th-century Madikeri Palace in Mysuru will be conserved and restored by the Union Ministry of Culture and Tourism, with plans to develop it into a museum featuring digital exhibits and improved visitor facilities.

Chinese Missile May Have Downed US F-15E Over Iran

A Chinese-origin surface-to-air missile is suspected to have been used by Iran to shoot down a US F-15E Strike Eagle, raising tensions. The incident marks a significant escalation in regional conflict.

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