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A total of 30 teams in the Men’s section and 25 teams in the Women’s section will vie for the ultimate crown

A controversy erupted in Tamil Nadu after Raj Bhavan Chennai played Tamil Thaai Vaazhthu after Vande Mataram and the national anthem during a cabinet swearing-in. Opposition parties objected, urging priority for the Tamil anthem in official state functions

Ashmita looked in complete control against the world No. 55, dominating the opening game with a comfortable win

The Delhi High Court observed that the boundary between political criticism and defamation is “thin” while hearing MP Raghav Chadha’s plea seeking removal of alleged defamatory AI-generated social media posts following his political switch from AAP to BJP

This marks the second consecutive triumph over the competition by an English club

He replaces Harsh Dubey, who has received his maiden call-up to India’s Test and ODI squads for the upcoming IDFC First Bank home series against Afghanistan

The Calcutta High Court ordered a three-member CBI special investigation team to probe alleged evidence destruction and possible cover-up attempts in the RG Kar Medical College trainee doctor rape-murder case, directing investigators to examine events from the victim’s dinner until her cremation

Speaking ahead of the match, Head Coach Carlos Vaz Pinto said, “Our preparation has been completely normal, but this remains an important match

The Supreme Court clarified that courts may continue hearing sedition-related cases under Section 124A IPC if the accused raises no objection. The ruling came while hearing a jailed petitioner’s plea, even as the colonial-era sedition law remains suspended pending the Centre’s review process

Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted handcrafted Indian textiles, paintings, jewellery, agricultural products and traditional artefacts to leaders during his five-nation tour, showcasing India’s cultural diversity, artisanal excellence, GI-tagged products and shared artistic and ecological connections with partner countries

The DRI said the smuggled gold was later received by a cleaning staff member employed at a food outlet within the airport premises.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted curated Indian cultural artefacts, literature and handicrafts to Swedish leaders during his Sweden visit, highlighting India’s artistic heritage, sustainability traditions, tribal art, literary legacy and shared values of creativity, environmental consciousness and cultural exchange between India and Sweden

The 16th Kerala Legislative Assembly commenced with Pro-tem Speaker G Sudhakaran administering oaths to newly elected MLAs. Several legislators chose solemn affirmation over religious oath-taking, while members also took oath in multiple languages including Malayalam, Tamil, English and Kannada-Malayalam

The rupee has come under significant pressure in recent weeks

Delhi’s Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital reported its first heat stroke case this season after a 24-year-old student from West Bengal was admitted unconscious in critical condition. Doctors warned of life-threatening heatwave risks as the IMD issued an orange alert forecasting temperatures up to 46°C

The Education Ministry clarified that School Management Committee Guidelines 2026 are not mandatory for private unaided schools without government funding. However, such institutions are encouraged to form SMCs voluntarily to improve transparency, accountability, community participation and overall school governance aligned with NEP 2020 goals

The tournament format places India in Pool A alongside South Korea, hosts Japan, Chinese Taipei, and Kazakhstan

Congress leaders including Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge paid tribute to former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi at Veer Bhumi in Delhi on his death anniversary, remembering his vision for youth empowerment, technological progress and India’s democratic and secular values.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi on his death anniversary, while Congress leaders including Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge offered floral tributes at Vir Bhumi, remembering his contribution to India’s unity, democracy and technological progress.

The Congress is set to join the Tamil Nadu Cabinet for the first time in nearly six decades, with two MLAs taking oath as ministers in the TVK-led government. The move is seen as a major boost to alliance management and political stability.

The Telangana Public Schools proposal promises better education and infrastructure, but its competitive model may deepen educational inequality and weaken neighbourhood schools

The Supreme Court’s intervention in India’s growing stray dog crisis highlights the urgent need to balance animal welfare with public safety

Shabbir Ali and Victor Amalraj from the City, Santosh attended the technical committee meeting of the All India Football Federation at the FIFA Academy in Bhubaneshwar