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Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said India will implement at least two to three free trade agreements within six months and several more in 2027. He highlighted progress on nine FTAs and credited energy diversification for ensuring stable supplies during the West Asia crisis

India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate confirmed that senior batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma alongside all-rounder Hardik Pandya face fitness assessments ahead of the Afghanistan ODI series following injury concerns stemming from the recently concluded IPL 2026

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan accused the previous LDF government of leaving liabilities of Rs 5.07 lakh crore, including KIIFB debts. He alleged financial mismanagement, questioned treasury fund claims, and said Kerala inherited massive obligations from past borrowings

Rishabh Pant’s childhood coach Devender Sharma backs the wicketkeeper-batter to shine in his milestone 50th Test against Afghanistan

India has solidified its status as a global boxing powerhouse in the latest World Boxing Rankings. Jaismine Lamboria climbed to World No. 1 in the 57kg category, leading a historic surge that places 17 Indian boxers in the global top 10

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Venezuela’s Acting President/Vice President Delcy Rodriguez in New Delhi, focusing on energy, trade and investment cooperation. The visit comes as India increases Venezuelan crude imports to diversify supplies amid disruptions linked to the West Asia crisis

Ravichandran Ashwin has backed Test captain Shubman Gill to anchor India’s red-ball future following technical adjustments. Ahead of the Afghanistan Test, Ashwin also tipped Kuldeep Yadav to lead the spin attack and expressed excitement over a potential Harsh Dubey debut

Residents of Malviya Nagar remain traumatised after a hotel fire killed 21 people. Witnesses recalled horrific scenes of guests jumping from the building and desperate cries for help. Police arrested the hotel owner and are probing alleged safety and licensing violations

Congress questioned LIC's 10.8% stake in Rajesh Exports after SEBI alleged massive financial misrepresentation and fund diversion. Jairam Ramesh sought accountability, while SEBI barred promoter Rajesh Mehta from trading and ordered a fresh forensic audit into the company

The Supreme Court declined to hear a plea seeking nationwide guidelines for time-bound case disposal and stricter regulation of adjournments. The bench suggested approaching bar bodies instead, humorously noting it did not wish to create friction with lawyers over the issue

Delhi Police have identified nine of the 12 foreign nationals who died in the Malviya Nagar hotel fire that killed 21 people. The owner has been arrested as investigators probe safety lapses, while DNA profiling and repatriation procedures are underway.

Maruti Suzuki has launched India’s first flex-fuel passenger car, the WagonR, capable of running on ethanol blends up to 100%. The move supports India’s clean mobility push, with government backing to reduce emissions and promote alternative fuels like biofuels and hydrogen

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has officially declared the southwest monsoon’s onset over Kerala, marking the start of India’s crucial rainy season. Arriving slightly delayed, the monsoon is vital for agriculture, rural economy, and overall economic growth across the country

An FIR was filed against former West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee over alleged provocative remarks made during a protest, accusing the Home Ministry in connection with a cross-border murder case. The complaint claims her statements could inflame tensions and endanger security

KPCC President BK Hariprasad sparked political discussion by stating that those seeking power may align with DK Shivakumar, while those focused on organisation should work with him. His remarks highlight internal Congress dynamics amid leadership roles in Karnataka

Gold and silver prices rose in MCX trade, supported by a weaker dollar and geopolitical tensions in West Asia amid US–Iran developments. Gold touched ₹1,59,500 per 10 grams, while silver saw volatile movement amid shifting investor sentiment and crude oil declines

Odisha government is planning an ‘e-hundi’ system called Samarpan to enable secure online donations to Shree Jagannath Temple. The proposal aims to modernize offerings, ensure cyber safety, and channel funds toward temple development and conservation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Venezuela’s Acting President Delcy Rodriguez in New Delhi to strengthen bilateral ties. Discussions focused on energy security, trade, investment, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, transportation, and renewable energy, aiming to deepen cooperation between the two nations 

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa defeated World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen for the second time at Norway Chess 2026. Praised by Pranav Adani, Praggnanandhaa's achievement highlights his growing stature and the rising strength of Indian chess globally

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Venezuela’s Acting President Delcy Rodriguez in New Delhi during her five-day India visit. Discussions focused on strengthening bilateral ties in energy, trade, investment, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, transportation, and renewable energy, ahead of her meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Trinamool Congress councillor Biswajit Mondal was arrested in Kolkata over allegations of molestation, sexual harassment, and threats against a woman. His arrest raises the number of KMC councillors detained in three days to four, amid widening corruption and misconduct investigations

A heated debate erupted in the Kerala Assembly as Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan and Opposition leader Pinarayi Vijayan clashed over the preparation of a White Paper on the state's finances. The Opposition questioned procedural compliance, while the government defended its transparency and methodology

More than 700 employees of Pune-based IT firm ThynkTech India lost their jobs after the company allegedly shut down abruptly. Police arrested CEO Harshal Thakre over alleged financial irregularities, while employees reported unpaid salaries, bounced cheques, and unreturned security deposits

Nightclub owner Ratan Lubana was seriously injured after unidentified bike-borne assailants opened fire on him in Panchkula's Sector-5. Police are investigating possible links to organised crime after an alleged audio message connected to gangster Rohit Godara surfaced following the attack