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Suvendu Adhikari said the Uniform Civil Code would be implemented in West Bengal by following due legal procedures similar to Gujarat and Assam. The report also says the government is likely to introduce the UCC Bill in the Assembly during the ongoing Budget session

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the Centre will amend the NDPS Act to close loopholes exploited by narco syndicates. He urged states to share suggestions, strengthen real-time information sharing, and ensure result-oriented NCORD meetings to intensify the nationwide anti-drug campaign

Lupin Ltd has received tentative approval from the USFDA for its generic enzalutamide tablets used to treat castration-resistant prostate cancer. The approval covers four dosage strengths, including 120 mg and 160 mg variants, offering healthcare providers and patients more dosing options

Farmers and agricultural experts have urged the Telangana government to strengthen support for vegetable cultivation as El Nino concerns grow. They warn that heavy dependence on imported vegetables, rising cultivation costs and inadequate infrastructure could lead to shortages and higher consumer prices

Four people lost their lives and seven others were injured after a multi-utility vehicle carrying mourners from Hyderabad crashed into a stationary lorry on Srisailam Road in Andhra Pradesh's Palnadu district. Police have registered a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said Japan has reaffirmed its commitment to deepen ties with the state under India's Act East Policy. Both sides agreed to strengthen cooperation in electronics, semiconductors, infrastructure, manufacturing and entrepreneurship despite the Prime Minister's Assam visit being cancelled

Apple has increased the prices of several MacBook and iPad models worldwide, including in India, citing rising memory chip costs driven by AI infrastructure demand. Industry experts say semiconductor shortages and higher component prices are likely to persist for at least two years

Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla and Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy appealed to people to help eliminate drug abuse and illicit trafficking in Telangana. They urged citizens, especially the youth, to adopt healthy lifestyles and support efforts to build a drug-free society.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered the sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain on the occasion of Muharram, saying it continues to inspire people to remain steadfast in the pursuit of truth and justice while highlighting the enduring power of courage and conviction

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said action in the alleged Ram temple donation embezzlement case began immediately after the SIT submitted its report. He said those found guilty would face strict action and would not be given any exemption

Ayodhya Police have arrested all eight people named in an FIR linked to the alleged embezzlement of donations received at the Ram temple. The case follows recommendations by an SIT, and the accused will be produced before a court after preliminary questioning

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma praised the Telangana Integrated Command and Control Centre after visiting the Hyderabad facility, calling it an excellent model for technology-driven governance and efficient public service delivery that other states, including Meghalaya, can emulate.

Indian teenager Rounak Chouhan upset World No. 6 and top seed Chou Tien Chen in straight games to reach the US Open badminton quarter-finals. Tanvi Sharma, Rakshitha Sree, Devika Sihag and Kidambi Srikanth also progressed in their respective events.

Retired Army officer and civic activist Major Shiva Kiran passed away after a prolonged illness in Hyderabad. Founder of Sukuki Exnora and the Geo Map Society, he was widely recognised for promoting waste management, supporting ragpickers and improving civic infrastructure across the city.

India spinner Shree Charani said her focus remains on helping the team win the ICC Women's T20 World Cup rather than individual rankings. She also expressed confidence in India's simple, process-driven approach ahead of the crucial group-stage clash against Australia.

Mild tension prevailed at Polasa village in Kumram Bheem Asifabad after tribal residents stopped Forest department officials from digging trenches around farmlands. Villagers feared losing their livelihood, while officials said the exercise was aimed at protecting wildlife and forest boundaries.

OnePlus has launched the Nord Buds 4 in India, featuring up to 52dB Active Noise Cancellation, 54-hour battery life, Bluetooth 6.1, AI-powered features, Spatial Audio, and IP55 durability. The earbuds are priced at Rs 3,299, with a limited-period launch price of Rs 3,099.

Global crude oil prices fell nearly 2 per cent on Friday and were headed for steep weekly losses as concerns over supply disruptions eased despite fresh tensions near the Strait of Hormuz. Brent and WTI remained under pressure amid improving tanker movements

Kaan Ayhan scored with the final kick of the match as Turkey defeated the United States 3-2 in their final Group D fixture. Despite the defeat, the Americans finished top of the group and advanced to the FIFA World Cup knockout stage

The NSE and BSE remained closed on Friday for Muharram, suspending trading across equity and derivative segments. MCX resumed trading in the evening session, while NCDEX stayed closed. Markets will reopen after the three-day weekend, subject to the trading calendar.

Japan and Sweden shared a 1-1 draw in their final Group F match, with Daizen Maeda and Anthony Elanga on target. The result sent Japan through as group runners-up, while Sweden advanced to the Round of 32 among the best third-placed teams.

Dilpreet Singh scored twice as India held England to a 2-2 draw in regulation time before losing 4-1 in the shootout in the FIH Pro League. The hosts claimed the bonus point, while India next face Pakistan.

Film personalities from the Tamil, Telugu and Hindi industries attended the wedding of Khushbu Sundar's daughter Avantika and Shravan Sreenivasan in Goa. Chiranjeevi, Nagarjuna, Venkatesh, Trisha Krishnan, Anil Kapoor and Jackie Shroff were among the prominent guests.

Nicolas Pepe struck twice as Côte d'Ivoire defeated Curaçao 2-0 to qualify for the FIFA World Cup knockout stage for the first time. The Ivorians finished second in Group E and will face either Norway or France in the Round of 32.