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India urged the Netherlands to restrict arms and military technology sales to Pakistan due to its history of sponsoring cross-border terrorism. During a high-level meeting, India highlighted that arming Pakistan undermines regional security and emphasized opportunities for collaboration in shipbuilding, AI, and defense technology research.

Mohammed Nawaz, a 35-year-old cameraperson from the Telugu film industry, died by suicide in Hyderabad due to alleged torture by his wife, Swetha Reddy Thada. Nawaz's mother claimed Swetha abused him, demanded money, and threatened him. The police are investigating the case based on the mother's complaint.

Lok Sabha witnessed chaos after PM Modi's statement on Maha Kumbh, as Rahul Gandhi was denied permission to speak. The opposition protested, leading to adjournment. Rahul supported the PM's statement but noted Modi's omission of homage to stampede victims, criticizing the decision to silence him in the House.

The Naidu government is busy enacting laws and implementing new policies

Karnataka's revenue department repossessed 14 acres of contested land in Ramanagara district from Union minister HD Kumaraswamy and his relatives. The action followed a High Court order prompting officials to move swiftly. Kumaraswamy claims the action is politically motivated and insists he purchased the land legally 40 years ago.

Maharashtra's government requires developers and contractors in Mumbai to ensure they do not employ Bangladeshis and to report any presence to the police. This directive is planned for Navi Mumbai next. The state has arrested and deported a historical number of Bangladeshis but faces difficulties due to lack of cooperation from Bengal regarding documents.

The home ministry stated it does not maintain data on fatalities and injuries from the stampede at Maha Kumbh mela, as such incidents fall under state jurisdiction. The ministry shared that religious event management and disaster response are state responsibilities, and no central data is available.

Kozhikode Corporation unable to take action against culprits as the investigation is incomplete, says report submitted by the secretary

Delay in finalising development works attributed to inability of VMHS to seek loan; faced with commuter ire and public criticism over slack upkeep of premises, the society readies ₹10-crore project to renovate existing infrastructure at the hub

Police in Nagpur allegedly used excessive force while searching for riot suspects, damaging property and detaining locals, some of whom claim they were innocent. Residents reported officers breaking doors, smashing vehicles, and arresting people at random during Ramadan. The police recommended that any evidence of misconduct be reported for action.

Budget allocation for health has dipped in last seven years, says DMK MP Tiruchi Siva; says Centre should focus on uniform population control before delimitation; life expectancy has improved, says BJP MP Bhagawat Karad

US President Donald Trump held a productive call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, agreeing on an immediate ceasefire on strikes in Ukraine. The brief ceasefire is seen as a critical initial move towards broader peace talks, though full ceasefire terms are still under negotiation.

A 15-year-old boy attacked Zonal DCP Niketan Kadam with an axe during riots at Hansapuri, aiming for his neck. Kadam blocked the blow with his hand, sustaining serious injuries. He underwent emergency surgery and is currently recovering. The officer and 11 other personnel were injured while trapped by a mob and subsequently rescued by reinforcements.

Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Chowdhary, along with other officials, visited the victims’ families in Kulgam’s Devsar area 

The convention has also decided to work together with farmers’ organisations to organise joint protests against the Narendra Modi government’s agriculture and labour policies

AAG J. Ravindran has been accommodated in the sixth position among 11 AAGs and given additional responsibility of coordination between the government and the judiciary