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The Odisha government will issue fewer cordon passes during Rath Yatra to prevent overcrowding near chariots. Authorities reviewed security, infrastructure and health arrangements, while ongoing projects and facilities are being prepared to manage the large influx of devotees in Puri

Narendra Modi said nominating the R.G. Kar victim’s mother as a BJP candidate reflects commitment to women’s safety in West Bengal, while targeting Trinamool Congress and promising empowerment schemes ahead of Assembly elections

A national body representing gig workers has urged the government to introduce enforceable heatwave protections under the social security law. It has proposed cooling breaks, safety measures, and accountability norms to protect workers from extreme heat conditions

Seven of India’s top-10 most valued companies lost over Rs 2 lakh crore in market value last week amid weak market sentiment. Reliance Industries and TCS led the decline, while select firms like SBI and Hindustan Unilever posted gains

Suriya praised Dhee’s latest single “Vari Vari” as a “timeless song” after meeting her in Colombo. The track, composed by Santhosh Narayanan, explores nostalgia and the search for one’s lost inner child

A parliamentary panel flagged serious lapses by the National Medical Commission for issuing key regulations without vetting by the Ministry of Law and Justice, warning of legal risks and urging strict adherence to mandatory scrutiny procedures

Raghu Rai, Indi’s iconic photojournalist, died at 83 after battling cancer. Known for capturing India’s soul through powerful images of historic events and everyday life, his work shaped visual journalism and remains an enduring record of the nation.

Rahul Gandhi condemned the alleged killing of Congress worker Debdeep Chatterjee in Asansol, blaming All India Trinamool Congress for post-poll violence, demanding arrests, justice, and protection for the victim’s family while asserting commitment to non-violence and democratic values

The Russian Embassy in New Delhi organised a cleanliness drive under its “We Stand for Cleanness” campaign, aligning with Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. Diplomats and staff participated to promote environmental awareness, civic responsibility, and India-Russia cooperation on sustainability and public cleanliness initiatives

The Union Home Ministry sanctioned over Rs 947 crore for relief and rehabilitation of nearly 59,000 people displaced by Manipur’s ethnic violence since May 2023. With 217 deaths and widespread damage, efforts now focus on resettlement, housing, and restoring normalcy

A Rs 7.31 crore fraud was exposed at Canara Bank’s Jalna branch involving stolen gold loan ornaments replaced with fake jewellery. Two arrests were made, with staff and a gold appraiser accused of fraud, negligence, and conspiracy under investigation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Beating Retreat ceremony in Mann Ki Baat, highlighting its cultural transformation, digital preservation, and growing Indian musical influence. noted enhanced Armed Forces performances, indigenous themes, OTT availability, and immersive archives celebrating Republic Day traditions

Blackbuck have returned to Chhattisgarh’s plains after local extinction, thanks to a five-year revival program in Barnawapara Wildlife Sanctuary using translocation and habitat management. PM Modi praised wildlife conservation successes including Great Indian Bustard breeding and community-led human-elephant conflict mitigation

Grok AI’s viral response to a hypothetical political preference question on X sparked debate, appearing to favour data-led governance under PM Narendra Modi over Congress’ dynastic politics, highlighting development metrics like infrastructure, Digital India, UPI growth, and economic rise, igniting the “data over dynasties” discussion 

Narendra Modi hailed the Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor at Kalpakkam achieving criticality as a historic milestone. The indigenously built reactor boosts India’s nuclear programme and long-term energy security through advanced fuel generation technology

The bifurcation exposed fiscal imbalances and divergent growth paths, with Andhra Pradesh relying on central support and Telangana pursuing investment-led growth

Narendra Modi expressed relief after a security scare at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where Donald Trump and top leaders were unharmed. He condemned violence, stressing it has no place in democracy

A Swiss International Air Lines Zurich-bound flight aborted takeoff at New Delhi airport due to an engine issue. All passengers were evacuated safely, with six undergoing medical evaluation. Emergency response was activated, and technical teams will inspect the aircraft

Renowned Indian photographer Raghu Rai died at 83 in New Delhi after battling cancer. Known for documenting India’s socio-political landscape, he captured historic events and iconic personalities, leaving behind an extraordinary visual legacy spanning over six decades

Gunshots reported at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner caused panic and evacuation, with President Donald Trump and officials moved to safety. Authorities confirmed the suspect was apprehended, while investigations continue into the incident

The Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project in Tamil Nadu has initiated the "spillage to open reactor" phase for unit three, a key step in its commissioning process. This phase involves flushing safety systems and coolant pipelines with light water to ensure operational readiness.

TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee launched a scathing attack on the BJP during a rally in Hooghly, alleging that the party has deployed its entire Union cabinet and state leaders to influence the West Bengal assembly elections. She predicted a strong TMC performance in the first phase of polls.

BJP MLA Anupama Jaiswal from Bahraich suffered minor burn injuries while burning an effigy of Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav during a protest over women’s reservation. The incident occurred during the BJP’s ‘Mahila Janaakrosh March’ near the district magistrate’s residence. F

Telangana’s decade-long high-growth model kept the economic cycle dynamic—wages, welfare and investment drove circulation. Today, policy shifts and reduced household cash flow are slowing the cycle, weakening demand, rural incomes and employment