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The development follows directions from the Greater Bengaluru Development Minister, Krishna Byre Gowda, who instructed the Special Purpose Vehicle to hold a public consultation before finalising the redevelopment design

Music composer Tanishk Bagchi claimed unpaid royalties for the Saiyaara title track. Yash Raj Films clarified all contractual payments were made to composers. Bagchi's social media post alleging financial disappointment was later deleted. The Saiyaara title track was a collaboration between three composers, YRF stated. Royalties are being distributed equally among all three composers as agreed.

K. Muraleedharan said that the government would put an end to the distribution of food packets on hospital premises under the banner of political parties. His office issues a statement the next day that it need not be perceived as a general statement and pertained to one hospital

Following Supreme Court directions in the Ayesha Jain case, Telangana has constituted a high-level committee to inspect all private universities and submit a detailed affidavit on governance, finances, admissions and regulatory compliance

Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar announced her group's move to join the ruling NDA in Parliament. Twenty former TMC MPs are now aligning with the NCPI parliamentary group. This group intends to work with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Amit Shah. They will support the government's initiatives and focus on constructive debate. The rebels' realignment follows the TMC's recent election defeat in West Bengal.

Activist Sonam Wangchuk may end his hunger strike if leaders assure parliamentary action. His wife alleges illegal detention and denied choice of hospital for treatment. She claims a trust deficit in the government's handling of his health. Wangchuk was moved from Jantar Mantar amid concerns about his participation in a march. Discrepancies in his medical reports and police presence have raised further questions.

Iranian foreign minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi alleged a security breach allowed foreign powers access. This breach reportedly provided intelligence and influenced decision-making during a conflict. He stated attackers knew Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's routine and targeted his residence precisely. A regional leader had warned Iran about leadership being targeted before the conflict began. Araghchi noted the foreign ministry remained operational throughout the intense 40-day war.