India

Kedarnath Temple opens, followed by Badrinath Temple, marking full start of Char Dham Yatra 2026. With Gangotri and Yamunotri already open, lakhs of devotees arrive as authorities ensure safety, registration, and facilities

Election Commission of India flags seven sensitive districts ahead of West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026 phase one, deploying heavy central forces and 2,193 QRTs. Enhanced booth security, strict monitoring, and two-stage voter verification aim to curb violence and intimidation

Kerala Police warn Vivo and iQOO users about fake OriginOS update scams spreading malware to steal banking data. Users are urged to avoid suspicious links, install updates only via settings, and report fraud via helpline 1930 or cyber portal

Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra warns West Asia conflict may entrench inflation via supply shocks, prompting a wait-and-watch stance on interest rates. He highlights trade exposure, forex resilience, rupee flexibility, and ongoing digital initiatives like UPI and Unified Lending Interface platform

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Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals, both on six points, face off in a key IPL clash. SRH rely on improved bowling, while DC seek consistency in batting and bowling as the mid-table battle intensifies

KVBR Indoor Stadium defeated Trinity Basketball Promotions 60-53 in a closely fought match. Dharani led the scoring with 27 points, including a strong final quarter, helping KVBR secure victory in the BM John Vinayasager basketball tournament

Tilak Varma’s unbeaten 101 powered Mumbai Indians to a 99-run win over Gujarat Titans, ending their losing streak. Strong bowling led by Ashwani Kumar and Jasprit Bumrah ensured a dominant all-round performance in Ahmedabad

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Rankings will eventually take care of themselves if incomes rise, opportunities expand, and inequality narrows; otherwise, even a higher place on the global table will mean nothing

Twenty-six candidates secured a perfect 100 NTA score in JEE-Main 2026, with Andhra Pradesh and Telangana producing five each. Over 13 lakh candidates appeared in the first session, while more than 10 lakh took the second

The rupee fell 25 paise to 93.16 against the United States dollar amid West Asia tensions and rising crude concerns. Disruptions near the Strait of Hormuz increased dollar demand, keeping the local currency under pressure despite earlier gains

India and the United States began fresh trade talks in Washington to finalise an interim bilateral deal amid shifting tariff policies. Both sides aim to resolve disputes on tariffs, market access and investigations, with negotiations seen as key to broader economic ties

Narendra Modi highlighted ancient India–South Korea ties through the legend of Queen Heo Hwang-ok, alongside modern cultural exchanges, as both nations expanded cooperation in creative industries during talks with President Lee Jae Myung

Droupadi Murmu will inaugurate a tribal museum, planetarium, and science centre in Odisha’s Rourkela. The visit includes multiple projects and high-level interactions, with tight security arrangements in place for the President’s day-long official programme

The Enforcement Directorate summoned Nusrat Jahan in a ration scam probe ahead of West Bengal polls. She has been asked to appear for questioning as political tensions rise, with Trinamool alleging central agency misuse

The Delhi High Court rejected Arvind Kejriwal’s plea seeking Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma’s recusal in the excise policy case, ruling allegations of bias were unsubstantiated and warning against undermining judicial integrity through perception-based claims

Protests erupted across Goa over alleged derogatory remarks by activist Gautam Khattar against St Francis Xavier. Multiple complaints were filed, with opposition demanding arrests and action against a minister, as authorities stressed maintaining communal harmony amid escalating tensions

Securities and Exchange Board of India slashed minimum investment in social impact funds to Rs 1,000 from Rs 2 lakh, aiming to boost retail participation in Social Stock Exchanges. The move seeks to democratise impact investing and improve funding access for nonprofits

Authorities in Chhattisgarh’s Jashpur found no evidence of an aircraft crash despite viral social media claims. Officials confirmed the smoke seen was from a forest fire. Search operations, including drones and inter-state checks, yielded no signs of any aviation accident

The Supreme Court of India dismissed lawyer Nilesh Ojha’s plea against contempt proceedings over allegations against a judge in the Disha Salian case. It stressed judicial integrity, warning that reckless public accusations undermine public trust in the justice system

An eight-year-old boy died after a handball goalpost collapsed on him at a Jaipur school during playtime. The incident sparked outrage over safety negligence. Police have launched a probe as grieving family and locals demand accountability from authorities

ED scrutiny of I-PAC over alleged money laundering sparks political controversy in West Bengal. Trinamool Congress defends its role in campaigns, while critics call it a “shadow setup”. The probe intensifies ahead of Assembly elections, raising questions on influence and funding