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Various Bills and standing committee reports are scheduled to be presented in the second half of the Budget session.

As the Karnataka Budget for 2025-26 has announced plans for the redevelopment of the Kempegowda Bus Stand in Majestic, in a six part series The Hindu will explore the various facets of the Pete - Majestic area, its glory days and its present.

Federal immigration agents detained Mahmoud Khalil, a notable pro-Palestinian activist and Columbia University graduate, under Trump's executive orders. His arrest, claimed to be due to antisemitism, has sparked outrage from civil rights groups. His green card revocation is unusual, lacking criminal conviction.

The celebration of India's 2025 Champions Trophy win in Dubai continued well into the night, with fans eagerly waiting outside the team hotel to see their heroes. Despite tight security, the players celebrated with their families, and memorable moments were shared among teammates and supporters. India won their third Champions Trophy on Sunday after beating New Zealand in the final.

Prince Frederik of Luxembourg, son of Prince Robert and Princess Julie of Nassau, passed away at 22 in Paris due to POLG mitochondrial disease. Diagnosed at 14, Frederik advocated for research and awareness despite his illness. His father remembered him for his humour and dedication, recounting his final moments filled with love and compassion.

In Sambhal, police acted against a mosque and its imam for using a loudspeaker for 'azaan' at excessive volume, violating prescribed decibel limits. A case was registered, and the loudspeaker was seized. There have been multiple similar incidents recently, and authorities are enforcing noise pollution rules. Legal proceedings are ongoing.

Ramchet, a cobbler from Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, is launching his brand 'Ramchet Mochi' with Rahul Gandhi's support, including a gifted machine and a meeting with prominent designer Sudheer Rajbhar. His business has significantly grown, moving from minor repairs to substantial monthly earnings and employing multiple artisans.

Stock market recommendations: Motilal Oswal Financial Services' top stock picks for the week are Bharti Airtel and Indian Hotels. Both companies are projected to experience substantial revenue growth due to strategic initiatives, including tariff hikes and expansion into new markets.

Vizianagaram MP K. Appala Naidu said he will deposit the money in favour of the newly born girl child in the form of a fixed deposit, which could compound up to ₹10 lakh by her marriage age

Some people set fire to a number of the abandoned motorcycles, further escalating tensions, police said; Indore collector Ashish Singh, when asked, said the situation was under control and forces had been deployed in the area.

The temple will give a message of woman power to the whole world and how life should be ideal in every way, Mr. Shah said

US President Donald Trump remains noncommittal about a potential recession in 2025. Despite reassurances from Trump and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, economic indicators such as a negative GDP forecast and declining consumer confidence fuel concerns. Economists raise recession probabilities to 20%, amid market volatility and uncertainty over tariffs becoming permanent.

The PCB's absence from the podium at the ICC Champions Trophy final in Dubai has sparked criticism, particularly from former player Shoaib Akhtar. Despite hosting the tournament, Pakistan did not have any representatives present at the trophy presentation after India's victory over New Zealand.

Scientists from the Institute of Nano Science and Technology and the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre have made a new security ink using nanoparticles

Andhra Pradesh Congress leader criticises Centre’s delimitation exercise, three-language policy, and BJP’s influence in the state

Telangana Government supports handloom weavers with loan waivers, skill development, and financial aid for industry growth

Severe heatwave alert given to three mandals in ASR district; heatwave alert given for 39 mandals, most of which are in the ASR and Parvatipuram Manyam districts

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma says it has been found that despite scoring high numbers in the medical entrance exam, the knowledge of many students is limited