Former Army Chief General MM Naravane shared Penguin Random House India's clarification Tuesday regarding his memoir "Four Stars of Destiny," intensifying the political controversy. Penguin reiterated the book remains unpublished, distinguishing between announced titles, pre-orders, and published books. BJP leaders attacked Congress MP Rahul Gandhi, who cited a 2023 Naravane tweet stating "my book is available now" as evidence of inconsistency. Penguin clarified the tweet referenced only a pre-order link, withdrawn within two days. BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla called Gandhi a "national embarrassment," questioning how he accessed the book and alleging possible Copyright Act and Official Secrets Act violations. Penguin warned current copies constitute copyright infringement.

Ajit Pawar's family suspects sabotage rather than accident in the plane crash that killed Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister last month. NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar held a press conference February 10, 2026, in Mumbai, demanding independent investigations by two international agencies. He highlighted contradictions between Air Traffic Control transcripts and Union Aviation Ministry reports regarding crash timing. Rohit Pawar raised concerns about last-minute itinerary changes, unvetted crew replacements, possible illegal fuel tank transportation, and questioned whether the pilot intentionally crashed rather than landing safely. The family seeks comprehensive answers about the one-and-a-half-hour detailed allegations presented during the press conference. (PC: Emmanual Yogini)

A 20-year-old woman from Singanpur village, Auraiya district, Uttar Pradesh, mysteriously disappeared from her locked room Sunday night. Her family discovered her bed empty Monday morning, with only her clothes, jewelry, and a 5-foot snake skin remaining. A snake burrow was found in the room floor. Villagers speculated she was an "ichchadhari naagin" (mythical shape-shifting serpent), sparking supernatural rumors. Police registered a case under BNS Section 87 after the father's complaint, forming multiple search teams. Circle Officer Manoj Gangwar dismissed supernatural theories, suggesting the snake skin placement was deliberate misdirection. Authorities seized household mobile phones to examine call records and digital evidence. (PC: NDTV)

Former Army chief MM Naravane has given his first reaction to the controversy around his unpublished memoir by sharing a post from publisher Penguin Random House India. The publisher said, “An announcement of a book or its availability for pre-order is not the same as publication.” Naravane reposted this statement, indicating support for the publisher’s stand. The memoir issue surfaced after claims that a pre-print version was being circulated online. Police have registered a case linked to the alleged circulation. Penguin said the steps taken so far follow normal industry practice and clarified the difference between pre-order listing and final publication. (PC: HT)

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has publicly supported former Army Chief Gen M.M. Naravane amid controversy over the alleged leak of his unpublished memoir Four Stars of Destiny, saying he trusts Naravane over publisher Penguin Random House India. Gandhi challenged the publisher’s claim that the book hasn’t been released and questioned inconsistencies in statements, triggering political debate. The Delhi Police registered an FIR after purported copies circulated online. Penguin insists no authorized version exists and warns of legal action. The dispute has sparked heated political exchanges, with Gandhi alleging the book contains material inconvenient to the government, deepening the row. (PC: PTI)

In Khapparpur village, under Mahavan police station in Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh, five members of a family were found dead at their home on Tuesday morning. Police officials say the victims include a husband, wife, and their three young children. A suicide note and message on a wall suggest the deaths may be a planned mass suicide, though investigations continue. Authorities are questioning relatives and neighbors to determine motive. Forensic teams have taken the bodies for post‑mortem, while police probe financial or personal stress factors that could have led to the tragedy. (PC: NDTV & AI)

A stampede broke out during the Kalash Yatra procession at the Navgrah Temple consecration event in Dabra, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, on Tuesday, officials confirmed. At least one elderly woman died after being crushed in the crowd, and several others — including women and a girl — were injured amid chaos as devotees surged forward during the morning event. The procession, held as part of the temple’s inauguration, saw a large turnout that led to overcrowding and loss of crowd control. Authorities are providing medical care to the injured and are reviewing safety arrangements for large religious gatherings. (PC: X)

Gujarat’s state government has signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) with Elon Musk’s Starlink to bring high‑speed, satellite‑based internet to remote and underserved regions of the western Indian state, aiming to bridge the digital divide. The deal, formalised in Gandhinagar, will target areas with limited broadband infrastructure, including tribal, border and rural districts. A joint working group will oversee implementation, enhancing connectivity for schools, health centres, e‑governance, disaster management and industrial zones, supporting Gujarat’s broader digital inclusion goals. (PC: Reuters)

Penguin Random House India said it holds exclusive rights to Four Stars of Destiny, the memoir of former Army chief Manoj Mukund Naravane, and confirmed the book is not yet published. The statement came after reports of leaked copies and a political dispute in Parliament. The publisher said no print or digital version has been released. It added that any copy in circulation is a copyright violation and legal action will follow. Delhi Police has filed an FIR and started a probe through its Special Cell. The issue grew after Rahul Gandhi referred to the unpublished memoir inside the Parliament complex. (PC: NDTV)

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is set to issue a fresh summons to Tina Ambani, wife of industrialist Anil Ambani, after she failed to appear for questioning on Monday in a money laundering investigation linked to alleged financial irregularities involving the Reliance Group and related entities. Tina, 68, was initially called for deposition but did not attend, prompting the federal agency to re-summon her for further questioning in the case. The ED has also formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the alleged laundering and fraud, following directives from the Supreme Court. (PC: PTI)