Monojit “Mango” Mishra, the prime accused in the alleged gang-rape of a 24‑year‑old law student at a Kolkata college, has a documented past of criminal behavior. Police say he faced at least five prior charges—harassment of women, assault, theft of valuables, property damage, and molestation—across multiple districts . College peers describe his repeated acts of filming private videos, body‑shaming, and intimidating female students, aided by political backing and institutional inaction . The incident triggered outrage over campus safety and systemic failures to check his behavior. A special police team is investigating the gang‑rape claim. (PC: Mint)  

 On June 29 at around 4 am, a stampede erupted near Puri’s Gundicha Temple during the Rath Yatra, caused by a sudden crowd surge and two trucks entering the narrow area. Three devotees—Premakanta Mohanty (80), Basanti Sahoo (36) and Pravati Das (42)—died of suffocation, and approximately 50 were injured, with six in critical condition . Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi termed the security lapse “unpardonable,” issued a public apology, and ordered an administrative probe . He suspended DCP Bishnu Pati and Commandant Ajay Padhi, and transferred District Collector Siddharth S. Swain and SP Vineet Agrawal . Each victim's family will receive ₹25 lakh in compensation. (PC: PTI)

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi issued a public apology after a tragic stampede during the Jagannath Yatra in Puri claimed three lives and injured several others. The incident occurred at the entrance of the Gundicha temple when devotees rushed in amidst inadequate crowd control measures. CM Majhi expressed deep regret and announced an ex-gratia of ₹5 lakh each to the families of the deceased. He also ordered a high-level probe and assured that strict action would be taken against those responsible. The mishap raised serious concerns about crowd management during large-scale religious events. Police and temple authorities are under intense scrutiny post the disaster. (PC: Education News & PTI)

Three devotees died and over 50 were injured in a stampede like incident outside Puri’s Gundicha Temple during the early hours (around 4–5 AM) of Sunday’s Rath Yatra festival. The crowd surged as the deities’ chariots reached Saradhabali, with witnesses saying a ritual vehicle entered the throng amid inadequate police presence. Fatalities include Basanti Sahu, Premakant Mohanty and Pravati Das. Several injured remain hospitalized, some in critical condition. Odisha’s Law Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan said CM Majhi has ordered a probe and strict action. The chariots had reached the temple the previous day; the planned evening procession continues amid heightened security concerns. (PC: SOTC & The Indian Express)

A sudden cloudburst around 2 a.m. on June 29, 2025, in Baligarh on the Barkot–Yamunotri road (Silai Band, Uttarkashi district) severely damaged an under‑construction hotel, leaving 8–9 workers missing . Rescue teams from the NDRF, SDRF, and local police have been deployed, combing through debris under challenging weather in hopes of locating the missing laborers . The incident has disrupted vehicular movement and pilgrimage routes. Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami urged residents and travelers to stay alert and heed official warnings amid persistent heavy rainfall. (PC: PTI)

Monojit Mishra (31), nicknamed “Mango,” is the prime accused in the June 25 gang‑rape of a 24‑year‑old student at South Calcutta Law College. A former TMCP leader turned contractual staff, Mishra allegedly lured victims—including the survivor—with the repeated line, “Tui amay biye korbi?” (Will you marry me?). According to juniors, he displayed psychopathic predatory behavior, circulating intimate content without consent . The survivor stated she was locked in a guard’s room, assaulted with a hockey stick, and filmed during the attack . Three accomplices and a security guard have been arrested, sparking outrage and concerns about campus safety and institutional complicity. The investigation is ongoing. (PC: Times of India)

CCTV footage from South Calcutta Law College on June 25, spanning 3:30 pm–10:50 pm, confirms a 24‑year‑old law student was forced into the campus guard’s room and gang‑raped by three accused: alumnus/staff Manojit Mishra, current students Pratim Mukherjee and Zaib Ahmed, and a security guard, Pinaki Banerjee. Investigators recovered hair strands, unknown liquid bottles, a hockey stick, and a 1½‑minute assault video. The guard was filmed loitering outside without intervening. A five‑member SIT has been formed; forensic analysis of seized items and video is underway. The four accused are in custody until July 1. (PC: PTI & News Arena)

Air India flight AI 639, en route from Mumbai to Chennai on June 27, returned safely to Mumbai after crew detected a burning odour in the cabin, prompting a precautionary reversal, the airline said. The aircraft landed without incident, and passengers were transferred to a replacement plane. Mumbai ground staff promptly assisted travellers, minimizing disruption. No further details were disclosed. In a statement, Air India reaffirmed its prioritization of passenger safety and security. This incident adds to recent aviation concerns, including a non-specific security alert on an Air India aircraft and a technical diversion of an Air India Express flight between Delhi and Jammu. (PC: Reuters & The Indian Express)

Five tigers, a tigress and her four cubs were discovered dead on June 27 in Karnataka’s Male Mahadeshwara Hills sanctuary from suspected mass poisoning. Wildlife officials believe villagers laced a cow carcass with pesticide, specifically phorate, to retaliate after the tigress killed their livestock. This marks India’s highest single‑day tiger mortality in one sanctuary. Karnataka’s Forest Minister Eshwar B. Khandre called the deaths “unnatural,” launching a criminal investigation. A Central‑state Special Investigation Team was formed, including NTCA and Wildlife Crime Control Bureau officers, and three suspects have been arrested. Experts are urging a judicial inquiry into broader wildlife fatalities across the state amid recurring electrocutions, snares, and poisonings. (PC: NDTV)

At the centenary celebrations of Jain spiritual leader Acharya Vidyanand Ji Maharaj in New Delhi, Prime Minister Modi highlighted India’s global legacy of non‑violence, crediting saints and acharyas for its immortal philosophy. He issued a veiled warning to Pakistan, alluding to “those who tease us” and noting India would not tolerate meddling, referencing Operation Sindoor the nation’s military response after the Pahalgam terror attack blamed on Pakistan-backed militants. Modi praised government welfare schemes like PM Awas, Jal Jivan and Ayushman Bharat as rooted in service. He also hailed the elevation of Prakrit to classical-language status and announced a drive to digitize Jain manuscripts, as part of eradicating a “slavery mindset.”(PC: NDTV)