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JD(U) announced the names of Nishant Kumar, son of former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Bharti Mehta, Shivani Devi Prajapati and Lalan Prasad as party’s candidate in the upcoming biennial poll

In an intriguing development, a CNN report has surfaced, suggesting that Israel has allegedly set up a series of military outposts encircling Iran. These installations reportedly include specialized forces and drone contingents positioned near Azerbaijan's border.

The police can arrest the accused; they can also take action against him according to the law; but they cannot deliberately defame the accused in the name of arrest; observes Calcutta High Court

A potential peace deal between the US and Iran hinges on the release of $24 billion in frozen Iranian assets, according to military advisor Mohsen Rezaei. He stated that the ball is in President Trump's court to break the negotiation deadlock, proposing the funds as a test of trust. Rezaei also warned of expanded military responses if attacked again.

In a heartwarming video, actress Neelam Kothari took her followers on a nostalgic tour of 'Le Chalet,' her family's beloved bungalow in Lonavala that's been standing for three decades. With its charming two-storey design, whitewashed walls, rustic wooden details, and timeless furnishings, this vintage gem is a tribute to her parents' vision.

The price increase was necessitated by the cost rise of consumables and other materials used in salons as the Iran-U.S. conflict escalated in West Asia

India's investor base has reached a new peak with over 26 crore unique trading accounts on the NSE. The exchange added the latest crore accounts in under four months, highlighting rapid growth beyond major financial hubs. This surge is fueled by digitalization, simpler KYC, and positive market performance, with individual investors now holding a significant market share.

Uttarakhand is taking significant steps to support the families of deceased soldiers and war-disabled veterans through its newly announced Housing Assistance Grant. Providing a substantial one-time grant of Rs 2 lakh, this program is designed to aid in the construction or repair of homes, strengthening housing stability for these families.

The Cockroach Janta Party protested at Jantar Mantar, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the NEET 2026 paper leak and CBSE's OSM system issues. Led by founder Abhijeet Dipke, the demonstration, granted police permission, highlights ongoing concerns about examination integrity. The CBI is investigating, with arrests made, as student groups and political leaders voice discontent

R Praggnanandhaa has made history, becoming the first Indian to clinch the prestigious Norway Chess title. He secured the championship with a stunning final-round victory over Vincent Keymer, overcoming a deficit to claim the crown. This remarkable win earns him 700,000 Norwegian Kroner, approximately Rs 70.5 lakh.

The Russian president said Kremlin's cooperation with India "is not subject to the political environment" and that Moscow would stand "true to commitments given to our partners, especially partners like India". "Our cooperation with India, just like with all other partners of ours, is not subject to the political environment. We can't be dictated to not deliver that to India. Nobody can dictate to us and nobody would even try to do that... We will always stand true to commitments given to our partners, especially partners like India," he further said.

Trinamool Congress faces a potential split in its parliamentary party following internal dissent, primarily attributed to Abhishek Banerjee's growing influence. Mamata Banerjee has restructured party leadership, appointing new national secretaries and state unit president, in an effort to consolidate control amidst the brewing crisis.

Delhi Police is investigating Lovkesh Bajaj, linked to a deadly Hauz Rani fire, for suspected involvement in an international human trafficking racket. He allegedly used medical tourism as a front to smuggle foreigners into India, having previously been arrested for facilitating forged documents for a Bangladeshi family.

JEE (Advanced) authorities have clarified that a cloud storage misconfiguration identified by an ethical hacker did not lead to any mass extraction of candidate data. IIT-Roorkee stated the issue, which occurred during technical interventions, was immediately rectified and access was restricted, with no impact on examination records or results.

Scientists found blood markers that can predict lung cancer more than five years in advance. This breakthrough could help detect the disease early in India, where most cases are found late. A 14-protein signature in blood identified individuals at higher risk. This finding may lead to earlier monitoring and preventive measures for lung cancer.

Border Guard Bangladesh accused India's BSF of attempting to push over 70 individuals into Bangladesh near Lalmonirhat, Naogaon, and Chapainawabganj. Meanwhile, BSF reported thwarting a BGB attempt to help 10 Bangladeshis enter India. Both forces disowned stranded individuals, leading to heightened border patrols.

The Supreme Court has ruled that an accused's right to a fair trial includes access to prosecution documents, even if classified under the Official Secrets Act. The court ordered the government to provide highly confidential documents to retired Major General V.K. Singh, facing charges for revealing secrets in his book, emphasizing fair trial rights.

Government and RBI have launched new measures to attract foreign investment in bonds and bank deposits. These initiatives aim to boost inflows by easing regulations and offering currency protection. The rupee strengthened significantly following the announcements, with potential for substantial retail deposit growth. Tax exemptions for foreign investors on government securities are also in place.