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Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal criticised UPA-era trade deals and confirmed ongoing talks with the EU, US, and other nations

India is eager to finalise a trade agreement with the US to access bigger export markets, says Finance Commission chief Arvind Panagariya. Talks also continue with the EU for an FTA, as global tariff changes reshape trade dynamics

The Telangana & Andhra Sub Area (TASA) organised a solemn wreath-laying ceremony in Hyderabad on Kargil Vijay Diwas 2025. Governor Jishnu Dev Varma, along with tri-services representatives, paid homage to the soldiers who laid down their lives for India’s sovereignty.

Actor Darshan returned to Bengaluru from Thailand as the Supreme Court reserved its verdict on his bail in the fan murder case. CISF security provided to him at the airport sparked outrage, with critics questioning VVIP treatment for a murder-accused celebrity.

Bowling coach Morne Morkel said India is working to include Kuldeep Yadav in the playing XI but maintaining batting depth is crucial against England. He discussed selection dilemmas, bowling workloads, and captain Shubman Gill’s strategy after the third day of the fourth Test.

Hyderabad’s Sreeja Akula advanced to the WTT Contender Lagos semifinals after two commanding wins on Friday. Meanwhile, G. Sathiyan and Akash Pal reached the men’s doubles final, while Pal and Poymantee Baisya finished runners-up in mixed doubles.

Sidharth Malhotra marked Kargil Vijay Diwas by sharing a picture of Captain Vikram Batra and saluting the brave soldiers of the 1999 Kargil War. The actor, who portrayed Batra in Shershaah, wrote a heartfelt message honoring their sacrifice.

President Droupadi Murmu, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge paid tributes on Kargil Vijay Diwas, honouring soldiers who laid down their lives during the 1999 Kargil War. Commemorative events were held nationwide to mark India’s victory over Pakistani forces in Ladakh.

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An Indian medical team in Dhaka held a second round of consultations with Bangladeshi doctors, reviewing treatment for victims of the July 21 air crash and providing expertise as part of India’s support.

During PM Modi's visit to Maldives, India and Maldives signed multiple agreements, launched projects, released commemorative stamps, and strengthened ties in trade, infrastructure, defence, climate action, and digital cooperation, marking 60 years of relations.

Tanvi Sharma and Vennala Kalagotla assured India’s first-ever double medal in women’s singles at the Badminton Asia Junior Championships, both advancing to the semifinals with impressive victories over top competitors

Telangana has strongly opposed Andhra Pradesh's proposed Godavari–Banakacherla link project, warning that diverting 200 TMC of floodwaters from the Polavaram reservoir could violate inter-state water-sharing agreements and cause serious environmental harm.

Former AP Vikalangula Corporation Chairman Bakka Judson has written to President Droupadi Murmu, urging the dismissal of Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy over his public acknowledgement of phone tapping with permission.

NCERT must rise above political and religious biases in crafting textbooks, especially in history

The sweeping access granted to the UK must not set a precedent for FTAs with larger economies like the EU or the US

In a significant advancement for India's defence arsenal, DRDO has successfully conducted flight trials of the UAV-Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 at NOAR in Kurnool.

India and Maldives signed multiple MoUs and agreed on FTA Terms of Reference during PM Modi’s visit to Male. Key agreements include digital payments via UPI, Rs 4,850 crore Line of Credit, and partnerships in aquaculture, pharma, and meteorology

Aiming for a final deal by end-2025, an interim agreement is being explored as talks progress, with the next round scheduled for September

A film showing U-shaped classroom seating sparked interest in inclusive education, but experts caution it's not practical for all Indian schools. While great for early learning, such layouts face logistical issues in higher classes. True change comes through empowered teaching

Protests have forced the State government to suspend GO 49, which proposed a tiger reserve in Asifabad. Tribals allege it was issued without consultation and intended to evict them. They demand its withdrawal, citing delays in rehabilitation and compensation

Kumram Bheem Asifabad has received light to moderate rainfall for the third consecutive day, with Koutala mandal recording the highest. Swollen streams hit village connectivity, while farmers reported damage to cotton crops across multiple mandals

The Centre told Parliament there are no reports of cost escalations or project delays from industries in Maharashtra, including its key auto and electronics clusters

The Supreme Court questioned if deer from Delhi’s Hauz Khas park were tranquilised before their relocation to Rajasthan. Concerned about possible fatalities, the court sought survival data and criticised the lack of safeguards in moving the wild animal