India

Thunderstorms brought relief from heat across Telangana, with Hyderabad recording light rainfall and several districts witnessing heavy showers. IMD has forecast more thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds across the State over the next few days.

Mamata Banerjee will defend her seat even as the BJP has fielded the leader of opposition from the constituency

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu launched the Divyang Shakti scheme in Amaravati, offering free bus travel for persons with disabilities. The Rs 207 crore programme will benefit over 12.76 lakh individuals and cover 21 categories of disabilities

A group of 204 retired armed forces officers, ex-bureaucrats and lawyers have demanded Rahul Gandhi apologise for his conduct during a protest in Parliament, calling it a violation of decorum and institutional dignity. The letter was coordinated by former J&K DGP S P Vaid

Fourteen people were arrested in Varanasi after a viral video showed them eating chicken biryani during an Iftar party on a boat in the Ganga. A complaint by BJP Yuva Morcha’s Rajat Jaiswal led to an FIR under multiple sections

Hyderabad cricketers G Trisha and Drithi Kesari were felicitated at the BCCI Naman Awards in Delhi. Both were part of India’s Under-19 World Cup winning team, with Trisha creating history by scoring the first century in the tournament

Despite recognising gig workers under the Code on Social Security, the Budget fails to allocate funds or outline implementation plans

By replacing self-identification with medical verification, the Bill contradicts constitutional protections and the Supreme Court’s 2014 ruling, undermining fundamental rights

In Varanasi, 14 people were arrested after a viral video showed them holding an iftar party on a boat in the Ganga, allegedly eating non-vegetarian food and discarding leftovers. Police invoked laws on religious outrage, pollution, and public nuisance

The Department of Posts launched three premium services—24 Speed Post, 24 Speed Post Parcel, and 48 Speed Post—offering guaranteed delivery in 24–48 hours in six major cities. Jyotiraditya Scindia inaugurated the services with tracking, OTP verification, and BNPL options

The Lok Sabha revoked the suspension of eight opposition MPs, including seven from Congress and one CPI(M) member, after Speaker Om Birla and Minister Kiren Rijiju emphasized decorum and a “Laxman Rekha” for smooth proceedings

The Supreme Court struck down the three-month age limit for maternity leave for adoptive mothers, granting 12 weeks’ leave regardless of the child’s age. It also urged the Centre to provide paternity leave as a social security benefit

A 28-year-old Delhi property dealer, Pawan Kumar, died after accidentally shooting himself in the chest while filming a social media reel. The incident occurred in New Ashok Nagar while he was handling his cousin's licensed pistol for the first time

All 35 students of IIM Ahmedabad’s Dubai campus were shifted to the Ahmedabad campus due to the West Asia conflict. They were on internships in Spain, and the move ensures uninterrupted academic progress amid regional tensions

In Jharkhand’s Godda district, a tribal couple and their minor son were allegedly hacked to death by relatives over suspicion of witchcraft. Police arrested three accused and recovered the weapon, while a detailed investigation into the incident is ongoing

The Delhi High Court ordered removal of defamatory social media posts linking Himayani Puri to Jeffrey Epstein within 24 hours. The court granted interim relief, citing reputational harm, and restrained further circulation of false allegations against her

A major fire engulfed parts of Asal Resort in Pahalgam, damaging three structures and a vehicle. While no guests were harmed, a nearby hotel worker died after being struck by a reversing fire tender during firefighting. The cause remains unknown

Air India will operate 36 extra international flights to Europe and North America amid rising travel demand due to West Asia tensions. IndiGo also adjusted operations, suspending some regional routes while increasing capacity on others

Finnish President Alexander Stubb urged a ceasefire in the US-Iran conflict and suggested India could aid diplomacy. Narendra Modi and S. Jaishankar have engaged Iran amid rising tensions

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar concluded a productive Brussels visit, meeting EU leadership to advance the India-EU Free Trade Agreement. The talks prioritized strategic cooperation in technology, de-risking supply chains, security partnerships, and connectivity initiatives like the IMEC corridor

A 42-year-old man was arrested in Surat for allegedly murdering his wife by pushing her before a local train at Mumbai's Mulund Station. The crime, captured on CCTV following a domestic dispute, led to charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita

Gold and silver prices rose on MCX ahead of the US Federal Reserve policy meeting, supported by cautious sentiment and geopolitical tensions. Despite gains, both metals remain in a consolidation phase after recent highs, with investors closely watching inflation signals and interest rate outlook

A man in East Delhi's Dallupura fatally shot himself in the chest while a friend filmed him loading a licensed pistol. Despite receiving warnings not to fire, the victim triggered the weapon on camera. Police are currently investigating the incident

Three people, including an STF constable, were killed in an encounter in Bihar’s East Champaran after suspects who allegedly threatened police opened fire, triggering a gun battle during a joint operation by police and STF