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SBI Research said FCNR-B inflows of $13-14 billion could raise bank deposit growth to 15% in FY27, narrowing the credit-deposit gap. Despite strong lending growth, Indian banks remain well-capitalised with low NPAs, supported by consumption, infrastructure and investment demand

DMK’s Vilathikulam MLA GV Markandeyan was arrested for allegedly making defamatory remarks and issuing threats against Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay

Andy Burnham is set to become the UK’s new prime minister after replacing Keir Starmer as Labour leader. He will formally take office after meeting King Charles III, promising political stability, improved living standards and a less divisive approach to governance

Sensex and Nifty declined sharply in early trade as HDFC Bank and Axis Bank shares fell after earnings, while rising crude prices amid US-Iran tensions increased market concerns. Reliance Industries gained following record quarterly results, offering some support to investors

A 36-year-old construction company employee, T Venkata Rao, died by suicide at his rented residence in Hyderabad’s Dundigal. Police investigating the case recovered a pistol and three bullets from his room, raising questions about the weapon’s origin and circumstances

Heavy rainfall disrupted rescue operations in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch and Rajouri after flash floods and landslides killed 12 people and left several missing. Rescue teams faced difficult conditions due to swollen streams, slippery terrain and poor visibility amid continued rain

Puri Jagannath Temple authorities conducted a special inventory of the Ratna Bhandar treasury during Rath Yatra rituals. The process involved counting, weighing and digitally documenting ornaments used by deities, including gold and silver jewellery, following Odisha government-approved procedures

Salman Khan responded to online comments about his health and appearance by sharing new black-and-white pictures with a witty caption asking fans about their well-being. The actor faced mixed reactions after a recent public appearance, with fans defending him against age-related criticism

  US Secretary of State Marco Rubio travelled to the Philippines for ASEAN meetings and the Quad ministerial, focusing on Indo-Pacific security and partnerships. The visit aims to strengthen US ties with ASEAN nations and deepen cooperation with Quad allies India, Japan and Australia 

France captain Kylian Mbappe won the FIFA World Cup 2026 Golden Boot after scoring 10 goals, becoming the first player to win the award twice. He surpassed Lionel Messi and delivered a record-breaking tournament despite France’s semi-final defeat against Spain

The Trump administration said oil movement through the Strait of Hormuz has recovered to nearly two-thirds of pre-war levels despite Iran conflict. Officials vowed to safeguard shipping, while former NATO commander James Stavridis warned Iran could expand tensions by targeting the Suez Canal

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will introduce the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, seeking to criminalise insulting or obstructing the National Song ‘Vande Mataram’ by granting it the same legal protection as the National Anthem

The US launched fresh airstrikes on Iran after another American service member was killed, while Iran fired missiles toward Jordan, escalating regional tensions. Attacks targeted military sites, disrupted Gulf security, threatened shipping, and deepened concerns over energy supplies and wider conflict

US Vice President JD Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance welcomed their fourth child, Alec Neel Vance, becoming the first sitting vice president in over 150 years to have a baby while in office. Mother and child are healthy

Activist Sonam Wangchuk said he will end his 23-day indefinite hunger strike on Monday only if the government accepts responsibility for education system failures, MPs assure Parliament action, or health conditions prevent continuation. He remains admitted at Safdarjung Hospital 

Police said a financial dispute over an unpaid chit fund, along with a failed relationship, allegedly led to the murder of Bengaluru law student Amrutha. Two brothers, Surya and Dhanush, have been arrested as the investigation into the killing continues

Actor Jennifer Winget married businessman William Ishmael, announcing the news through a social media post featuring wedding photographs. The television star, previously married to Karan Singh Grover, recently appeared in the 2024 series Raisinghani vs Raisinghani

Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee accused the West Bengal administration and police of unlawfully demolishing his Amtala constituency office and removing equipment. Authorities maintained the action followed building rules, saying the structure violated approved construction norms

Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to order an independent probe into alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ayodhya Ram Temple Trust, demanding transparency, accountability and disclosure of financial records to restore devotees' confidence

Police ended a 15-day protest against the Ken-Betwa Link Project in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur, citing safety concerns due to rising river levels. Protesters alleged detention of their leader, while authorities denied arrests and defended the project's implementation

Authorities temporarily suspended the Amarnath, Mata Vaishno Devi and Shiv Khori pilgrimages after the IMD forecast widespread rainfall across Jammu and Kashmir. Pilgrim movement was halted from base camps as officials prioritised safety and awaited improved weather and route conditions

AR Rahman congratulated nephew GV Prakash Kumar on winning his third National Award for the background score of Amaran. Rahman called it a proud family milestone, saying they have now collectively won 10 National Awards for their musical achievements

Telugu stars Mahesh Babu and Chiranjeevi congratulated Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace after the successful launch of Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital rocket. The milestone strengthens India's private space sector and positions the country among global leaders in commercial space launches

A Russian overnight ballistic missile attack on Kyiv killed one person and injured eight, causing fires and damage across five districts. The assault came as Ukraine faces shortages of Patriot air defence missiles amid escalating Russian strikes on the capital