India

Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi joined the BJP a day after quitting the party, citing humiliation. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said more leaders would follow, as political shifts continue ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections

A 31-year-old property dealer was shot dead outside a gym in Chandigarh’s Sector 9. The incident, the second firing in 24 hours, has raised concerns. Police suspect rivalry, while a separate university shooting may be gang-related

Indian-flagged tanker Jag Laadki carrying 80,886 MT of crude arrived at Mundra Port amid the West Asia conflict. The shipment underscores India’s energy security concerns as the Strait of Hormuz blockade disrupts Gulf oil, gas, and LPG supplies.

India has sharply increased Russian oil imports after the US allowed higher purchases, prompting several tankers originally bound for China to divert to Indian ports. Analysts say rising demand from multiple buyers could push global oil prices higher.

The government informed Parliament that public sector bank job aspirants must maintain a healthy credit score at the time of joining, though it is not mandatory for application, with only a small fraction of candidates affected by the rule.

The Indian-flagged crude tanker Jag Laadki safely docked at Adani Ports Mundra, carrying ~80,886 tonnes of UAE crude oil. The shipment supports refinery operations amid regional supply challenges, following safe passage of LPG carriers through the Strait of Hormuz

Komala Vilas, Singapore’s iconic 70-year-old South Indian vegetarian restaurant famed for “dosa diplomacy” with PM Modi, has been closed for over two months for renovations. The owner has not specified a reopening date, fueling speculation about its future

Indian Railways is enhancing affordable travel by expanding non‑AC general and sleeper capacity, offering 45% average concessions, and improving safety and infrastructure. Electrification exceeds 99%, track construction accelerates, and Dedicated Freight Corridors operate 480 daily freight trains, says Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

The Supreme Court granted a nine-month extension to complete the Sheena Bora murder trial, emphasizing no further delays. Indrani Mukerjea, Peter Mukerjea, and other accused remain on bail. The case involves Sheena Bora’s 2012 strangulation and body disposal

In Bengaluru’s Vyalikaval area, a family staged a protest against high bus fares by attempting to send an elderly man through a courier inside a sack. Police intervened, and the family was warned after issuing a public apology

Prime Minister Narendra Modi bid farewell to 37 retiring Rajya Sabha MPs, praising their contributions to parliamentary life and governance. He highlighted senior leaders’ legacies, encouraged mentorship for newcomers, and underscored the continuity of parliamentary traditions

A 14-year-old girl from Gangtok, Sikkim, staged her own kidnapping and demanded Rs 3 lakh from her parents. She was rescued in Siliguri, West Bengal, and police investigations confirmed the ransom calls and voice notes were self-generated

TVK general secretary Aadhav Arjuna claimed party leader Vijay was offered the chief minister’s post and 50% Assembly seats by an unnamed party, which he declined. TVK will contest all 234 seats in Tamil Nadu’s upcoming Assembly elections

Seven family members, including three children, died in a fire at a residential building in Delhi’s Palam area. Rescue teams battled flames and smoke as two others were injured while escaping. Authorities continue investigations to determine the cause

Despite conflict, nearly 90 ships have crossed the Strait of Hormuz as Iran sustains oil exports amid selective restrictions. “Dark” vessels and diplomatically cleared ships continue transit, while tensions involving Donald Trump keep global energy markets volatile

Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi resigned citing humiliation and internal issues in Assam unit. He expressed emotional distress and alienation. Sources suggest he may join Bharatiya Janata Party ahead of Assembly polls, dealing a setback to Congress

The government directed airlines to provide 60 percent seats free of charge on domestic flights and ensure passengers on the same PNR sit together. The move by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation aims to improve passenger rights, transparency and curb extra fees

A book on inclusive education strategies edited by Dr Madhukar Gampala was released at a national conference on gender equity, highlighting practical and theoretical approaches to creating equitable and diverse classroom environments across India.

Global oil prices fell over 3 percent after recent gains, amid volatile West Asia tensions. Despite conflict escalation involving Iran, the US and Israel, concerns over restricted Strait of Hormuz flows and stalled security efforts continue to unsettle markets and supply outlook

An SSB soldier, Prahlad Kumar Singh, allegedly died by suicide using his service weapon at a camp in Chatra, Jharkhand. While officials are investigating potential mental stress, his family expressed shock, noting he appeared fine during a call hours earlier

Egg prices have fallen sharply due to export disruptions caused by the Iran-Israel conflict and reduced summer demand. While consumers benefit, poultry farmers face losses as surplus stock builds up in domestic markets

A tiger identified as J-1 from Maharashtra has killed multiple cattle in Jagtial district. Forest officials deployed special teams to capture the animal, while warning residents as it continues to move across districts.

A 45-year-old farmer in Siddipet died by suicide amid mounting debts and crop loss fears due to water shortage. Police registered a case as preliminary findings pointed to financial stress and failed harvest expectations