The Daily Catch-Up: Jharkhand protests, Adani forest land clearance, Delhi fraud and more

Dear Reader, welcome to The Indian Express' daily briefing. In Jharkhand, student protests over the JPSC controversy continue to put pressure on the Hemant Soren government. The arrest of L Khiangte has intensified the situation. In Maharashtra, nearly 83,700 square feet of forest land has been cleared for two Adani Group projects.

Delhi's luxury-property scandal involves claims totaling ₹200 crores. Higher Education Secretary Naresh Pal Gangwar was replaced by Deepti Gaur Mukerjee. In Bihar, a report recommending the end of the state's liquor ban poses challenges for the BJP. India and Bangladesh have seen diplomatic talks continue amid the extradition issue.

Rural employment data shows a decline in job availability. Gen Z's borrowing habits are increasingly influencing the nation's consumption trends. A Delhi property fraud case involving a Tesla car has led to a larger investigation. Gurgaon residents are facing rising maintenance charges for their condominiums. A police operation in Kashmir following a drug tip-off has led to new developments.

Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, accused of sexual harassment, was acquitted by a Delhi court. Maharashtra's new anti-conversion law took effect, with its first FIR shedding light on its provisions. R Madhavan discussed success, parenting, and his evolving career. Trisha's recent cryptic social-media posts have reignited speculation about her relationship with Vijay-Sangeetha.

Finally, a Gurgaon driver received an unusually large traffic fine, leading to a conversation about waterlogging in the city.