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Yo Yo Honey Singh told the Delhi High Court he did not sing the controversial 2006 track “Vol. 1”, allegedly linked to Mafia Mundeer. The court sought his affidavit while hearing a plea seeking removal of the “vulgar” song online

Saif Ali Khan praised Shah Rukh Khan for giving creative freedom to the team behind Kartavya. Saif and Rasika Dugal highlighted the film’s layered storytelling exploring morality, duty and personal conflict within law enforcement

India reaffirmed its right to defend itself against Pakistan-backed cross-border terrorism on the anniversary of Operation Sindoor. The government said India would continue strengthening global counter-terrorism efforts after retaliatory strikes following the Pahalgam terror attack

Skyroot Aerospace has raised nearly $60 million, achieving unicorn status at a $1.1 billion valuation. The funding will support the development and launch of Vikram-1, India’s first privately developed orbital rocket, strengthening the country’s private space industry.

Heavily armed militants allegedly crossed the India-Myanmar border and attacked villages in Manipur’s Kamjong district, torching homes and forcing residents to flee into forests. Local leaders termed it “external aggression” and demanded stronger security measures along the sensitive border region

Shashi Tharoor highlighted Kerala Assembly election results as proof of communal harmony, noting voters elected candidates across religious lines in multiple constituencies. Referring to a “Kerala story,” he said the state continues to prioritise humanity over caste and religion despite identity politics

A new Bihar Cabinet expansion under CM Samrat Choudhary was sworn in at Gandhi Maidan in the presence of top NDA leaders. Notably, Nishant Kumar and other political heirs, including sons of former Chief Ministers, were inducted, reflecting a blend of legacy and alliance balance

A man was injured after a teacher’s husband allegedly opened fire during a dispute over leave approval at a government school in Rajasthan’s Karauli district. The accused reportedly targeted a senior teacher, while a bystander suffered injuries. Police launched a search for the absconding suspects

The Supreme Court of India appointed former CJI D Y Chandrachud as mediator in the family trust dispute between Rani Kapur and Priya Kapur, urging private resolution and restraint from public comments

A Crime Branch team filed a charge sheet against expelled Congress leader Rahul Mamkootathil in a sexual assault case before a Thiruvalla court. He faces rape and intimidation charges in one of three cases registered against him following allegations of sexual misconduct

The Congress high command is expected to finalise Kerala’s next chief minister by Sunday after consulting MLAs and senior leaders following the CLP meeting in Thiruvananthapuram. V D Satheesan, K C Venugopal and Ramesh Chennithala are frontrunners for the post

Eleven-year-old Shavan Singh from Punjab’s Ferozepur became a symbol of patriotism after serving Indian Army jawans during Operation Sindoor. His dedication amid border tensions earned Army honours, educational support, and the prestigious Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puruskar award

Skyroot Aerospace became India’s first space-tech unicorn after raising $60 million led by Sherpalo Ventures and GIC, valuing it at $1.1 billion. The Hyderabad startup is preparing for Vikram-1, India’s first privately built orbital rocket launch

TVK chief Vijay met Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar at Lok Bhavan after staking claim to form government with Congress support. Despite winning 108 seats, TVK remains short of majority, and the Governor has not yet announced a decision

A BJP supporter Kishan Haldar (28) was hacked to death in English Bazar, Malda district of West Bengal. Police arrested two suspects and are probing personal disputes as the motive, while tensions rose in the area amid ongoing post-election violence concerns

The Bombay High Court upheld the acquittal of 22 accused, mostly police personnel, in the alleged 2005 fake encounter case of Sohrabuddin Shaikh, his wife Kausar Bi, and aide Tulsiram Prajapati. The court found insufficient evidence to prove conspiracy or involvement

The Asom Gana Parishad (AGP), BJP’s NDA ally in Assam, reaffirmed support for Himanta Biswa Sarma’s leadership and expressed desire for his second term as Chief Minister. The alliance highlighted development achievements and prepared for the upcoming swearing-in ceremony in Guwahati

India gifted Vietnam President To Lam a unique Namoh 108 lotus variety, a brass Buddha sculpture, and Banarasi silk during his state visit. The gifts symbolised spiritual heritage, traditional craftsmanship, and cultural ties between India and Vietnam

Five BJP supporters were injured in a crude bomb blast in Panihati, North 24 Parganas, West Bengal. The attack, occurring amid heightened political tension, led to accusations against the ruling TMC, while police launched an investigation and intensified security deployment in the area

  Security agencies in Punjab report a rising pattern of ISI-linked attacks allegedly coordinated by Pakistan-based gangster Shezad Bhatti, using recruited locals for low-paid operations. Investigations suggest attempts to revive Khalistan-linked violence through targeted blasts, recruitment of vulnerable youth, and communal destabilisation 

Chandranath Rath, former Indian Air Force serviceman and close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, was shot dead by bike-borne assailants in Kolkata. A key political associate for years, he managed Adhikari’s schedules and was deeply involved in his political career 

Indian equity markets traded higher as hopes of a US-Iran peace deal boosted investor sentiment. Sensex and Nifty gained in early trade despite volatility in crude oil prices, while analysts warned about elevated AI-sector valuations and continued uncertainty surrounding the West Asia geopolitical crisis

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Ministers changed their social media profile pictures to commemorate Operation Sindoor’s anniversary. The military operation, launched after the 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, targeted terror infrastructure in Pakistan and PoK, highlighting India’s firm stance against terrorism