India

The Election Commission has taken control of CAPF movement for the upcoming West Bengal Assembly polls, removing the district administration’s authority. ECI-appointed police observers will now decide deployments to prevent misuse and ensure stronger security with a zero-tolerance approach to poll violence

Crude oil prices fell after reports the International Energy Agency may release record emergency reserves to curb the surge triggered by the US-Iran war. Brent and WTI declined sharply as G7 nations explored measures to stabilise markets and ease global energy costs

The Meghalaya Board postponed Class 12 Music and Anthropology exams in West Garo Hills after tribal and non-tribal clashes during local council poll nominations. Curfew was imposed after police firing killed two people. Exams elsewhere continue as scheduled

Krishna Nagar first secured Men’s Singles SH6 title, defeating Sudarsan MS in the final, he then went on to secure his second gold medal in the Mixed Doubles SH6 event, partnering Nithya Sre Sumathy Sivan

He condemned the conduct of MP Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu for using the floor of the Lok Sabha to demean the identity and existence of Telangana

He described statements made by Congress leaders in Delhi on constitutional morality as hypocritical when the same standards were not followed by the Congress government in Telangana

The rise of 35-year-old rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah, popularly known as Balen, reflects the aspirations of Nepal’s youth who demanded an end to corruption, nepotism, and misgovernance

India’s GDP growth may look impressive, but rising inequality, wage gaps and weak job quality reveal a deeper crisis for the working class

Experts at a post-budget webinar highlighted the growing burden of mental and neurological disorders and the urgent need to expand institutional capacity. They stressed that non-communicable diseases account for over 60 per cent of deaths, with mental health conditions being a major contributor to disability-adjusted life years.

The government has assured Parliament that there is no shortage of lower-denomination currency notes in circulation, with the RBI supplying hundreds of crores of Rs 10, Rs 20, and Rs 50 notes this financial year.

The Rajya Sabha witnessed heated exchanges as Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge accused the ongoing SIR voter verification exercise of being fraudulent and irregular. Chairman CP Radhakrishnan rejected Kharge’s claims, refusing to allow further discussion.

The Central government has invoked the Essential Commodities Act to prioritise uninterrupted supply of piped natural gas for households, LPG, and CNG for transport amid disruptions caused by the Middle East conflict.

Opposition leaders warned of potential LPG shortages and rising fuel prices amid West Asia tensions, citing impacts on households and businesses. Ruling alliance MPs dismissed fears, citing India’s alternative energy sources and urging against public panic over supply disruptions

The Supreme Court has observed that the time has come for a Uniform Civil Code (UCC), while hearing a plea challenging the Shariat law of 1937 for being discriminatory against Muslim women. Chief Justice Surya Kant and the bench cautioned that striking down the law could create a legal vacuum, stressing that reforms should be left to the legislature.

Seven labourers were killed and four injured when soil collapsed during excavation at an under-construction residential project near Bhiwadi, close to the Rajasthan–Haryana border.

Rabi Lamichhane, chairman of Rastriya Swatantra Party, thanked Narendra Modi after the party’s sweeping win in Nepal’s parliamentary elections. He pledged “development diplomacy” to strengthen Nepal-India cooperation in connectivity, tourism, energy and trade as the party prepares to form a majority government

Opposition MPs in India moved a no-confidence motion against Om Birla in the Lok Sabha, accusing him of partisan conduct. The move sparked procedural disputes over who should preside, with leaders including Asaduddin Owaisi raising objections during the heated debate

The government has invoked the Essential Commodities Act to ensure uninterrupted LPG supply as hotels and restaurants report shortages. To prevent hoarding, the minimum waiting period for LPG cylinder refills has been extended from 21 to 25 days amid panic buying triggered by Middle East tensions.

The oil ministry has formed a committee to address the sudden shortage of commercial LPG cylinders that has alarmed India’s hospitality industry. The government has prioritised household LPG supplies, leaving hotels and restaurants struggling.

Police in Thane district registered a case against a man for allegedly molesting a 13-year-old mentally challenged girl in Bhiwandi. The complaint was filed months later by the victim’s mother, and police booked the accused under BNS sections and the POCSO Act

Kerala Transport Minister K B Ganesh Kumar’s wife Bindhu Menon withdrew her complaint after he admitted his mistake and apologised. She said her earlier allegations of infidelity were made during an emotional outburst and added the issue would be resolved privately

Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted Central Industrial Security Force personnel on their Raising Day, praising their discipline and dedication in protecting critical infrastructure. Established in 1968, CISF has grown to over 2.2 lakh personnel and secures 361 installations, including 70 airports