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The Indian Army has cleared Colonel Shrikant Purohit for promotion to Brigadier following his acquittal in the Malegaon blast case and Armed Forces Tribunal intervention, resolving a prolonged service dispute over his career progression

Mumbai equities surged tracking gains despite geopolitical tensions and Strait of Hormuz concerns, with Sensex and Nifty rising led by banking, auto and metals, while IT lagged; analysts expect easing energy prices and remain optimistic on growth and upcoming earnings

Kakatiya Medical College, Warangal suspended seven third-year MBBS students for six months and expelled them from the hostel after they allegedly ragged juniors, following complaints lodged with authorities and police over the incident

Comedian Kunal Kamra appeared before the Maharashtra legislature’s Privileges Committee after a breach of privilege notice was issued against him for remarks targeting Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Kamra categorically refused to apologise, stating that any apology would be insincere and set a harmful precedent for artistes’ freedom.

C D Gopinath, last surviving member of India’s team to win its first Test against England, passed away at 96 in Chennai. He was a former captain of Madras State and Ranji Trophy star, remembered for his cricketing legacy

The RBI has proposed new safeguards to curb rising digital payment frauds, including a one-hour delay for transfers above Rs 10,000, trusted-person authentication for seniors, limits on large credits, and a “kill switch” to disable digital payments instantly

The DRI busted a major gold smuggling racket at Mumbai airport, arresting 24 women carrying 29.37 kg of gold worth Rs 37.74 crore. The well-planned syndicate operated from Nairobi, and investigations continue to trace the kingpins behind the crime

Indonesia defeated India 2-0 in the Billie Jean King Cup Asia/Oceania Group I, while Korea maintained a perfect record over New Zealand and Thailand bounced back with a 3-0 win against Mongolia. Top two teams will advance after round-robin play

Meenakshi Goyat staged a late comeback to reach the 53kg final at the Asian Wrestling Championships, while Hansika Lamba and Neha secured bronze medals. India continued its strong run with multiple podium finishes in Bishkek

Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru clash in an IPL match in Guwahati with both teams in strong form. Jaiswal and Sooryavanshi lead Royals’ batting, while RCB rely on Padikkal and a balanced bowling attack

Lucknow Super Giants defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by three wickets in a last-ball IPL thriller. Mukul Choudhary’s unbeaten 54 and Ayush Badoni’s fifty helped LSG chase 182, handing KKR another defeat despite a strong batting effort

The BCCI mourns the demise of former India cricketer C.D. Gopinath, a member of India’s first Test-winning team. He was a prominent domestic captain, selector, and team manager, remembered for his significant contributions to Indian cricket

Mumbai Cricket Association honoured legends Ravi Shastri, Dilip Sardesai, Eknath Solkar, and Diana Edulji at Wankhede Stadium. A stand was named after Shastri, while stadium gates were dedicated to the other icons, celebrating their contributions to Mumbai and Indian cricket

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has confirmed his decision to resign and take oath as a Rajya Sabha member, marking a significant political transition in the state. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah expected to finalise the next Chief Minister and cabinet reshuffle.

The Telangana High Court reserved its order on Congress leader Pawan Khera’s plea for transit anticipatory bail in a case filed by the Assam Police alleging defamation, forgery, and conspiracy. The Bench raised concerns about why Khera had not sought bail in Assam or Delhi, before reserving its decision.

The Iran war has delivered no decisive winner — only a stark reminder of the limits of force, the resilience of states, and the power of perception in modern conflict

The central bank's decision to maintain the status quo signals a careful balancing act between controlling inflation and supporting economic growth in an increasingly uncertain global environment

A minor fire broke out at Terminal 1 of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai on Thursday evening due to a short circuit. The blaze, reported around 6.10 pm, was swiftly brought under control by emergency response teams.

Polling in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry witnessed strong voter turnout under peaceful conditions, with Puducherry recording the highest participation at 89.08 per cent. Assam saw enthusiastic rural and tribal participation, Kerala maintained disciplined polling, and Puducherry showcased innovative voter engagement with a robot greeting electors.

President Droupadi Murmu underscored the urgent need for a spiritual connection with nature while receiving Vriksha Vedam 2.0 at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Appreciating the Green India Challenge, she noted the plantation of nearly 19.6 crore saplings over eight years and urged citizens to take collective responsibility for environmental protection.

Security agencies have revealed that ISI is directing operatives to set up terror modules across North India. Increased scrutiny in Jammu and Kashmir has forced a shift, with focus on recruitment, training, and logistics through inter-state networks

A parking dispute in Bihar’s Forbesganj turned fatal after a driver was killed in an attack and the accused was later lynched by a mob. Police have launched an investigation and are working to identify those involved in the violence

The Vande Mataram controversy deepened as NCP-SP MP Fauzia Khan said singing the national song goes against her religious beliefs. The row follows Indore councillors refusing to sing it, sparking debate on religious freedom and whether such acts should be voluntary