A father's advocacy for his daughter with 65% intellectual disability has led to the Indian Railways changing the term "mental retardation" to "intellectual disability" on concession certificates. Pankaj Maru filed a complaint with the Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities (CCPD) after the railways ignored his concerns about derogatory terminology. The CCPD emphasized the importance of respectful language and directed the railways to review their documents for outdated terms. The change took effect on June 1, and the railways were asked to train staff on disability types.

A trial court in Kalyani, Bengal, sentenced nine scammers to life imprisonment for extorting Rs 1 crore from a victim through threats of 'digital arrest.' This case is notable as it marks one of the first life sentences for cybercrime in India, with the court labeling such acts as "economic terrorism." The gang, which included a woman, was arrested across multiple states and is believed to have defrauded 108 individuals, amassing Rs 100 crore. The prosecution presented extensive evidence, including testimonies from 29 witnesses, highlighting the severe impact on victims.

Bitra Island in Lakshadweep is set to be acquired by the government for defense purposes, despite opposition from its 105 families. The Lakshadweep revenue department issued a notification for a social impact assessment (SIA) to evaluate the implications of this transfer, citing the island's strategic location. Lakshadweep MP Hamdullah Sayeed criticized the move, claiming it disrupts local peace and lacks proper consultation with residents. He vowed to fight for the rights of Bitra's indigenous population, emphasizing the need for alternatives before such acquisitions.

The murder of gangster Chandan Mishra in a Patna hospital has left police searching for five identified shooters, including the main gunman Tausif Badshah. The attack, which occurred while Mishra was on parole, is believed to have been orchestrated by Onkarnath alias Sheru Singh, a former friend currently serving a life sentence in Bengal. Sheru suspected Mishra of informing the police about his criminal associates. Police have conducted raids in Buxar, where some suspects were detained, but no evidence was found against them.