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After hearing arguments from both sides, the Mumbai court allowed the CBI's application to formally arrest the accused as per provisions of law.

India anticipates reduced fertilizer use this Kharif season. This comes as the monsoon forecast suggests below-normal rainfall. Urea demand is now projected at 190 lakh tonnes, down from 194 lakh tonnes. Diammonium Phosphate demand is also lowered to 60 lakh tonnes. Government assures ample stocks of rice, wheat, and pulses for domestic needs.

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US President Donald Trump stated that negotiations with Iran are progressing rapidly despite recent exchanges of fire testing a fragile ceasefire. He also announced a halt to attacks between Hezbollah and Israel following calls with Prime Minister Netanyahu and Hezbollah representatives. Iran, however, indicated it has ceased communication with Washington through mediators due to the escalation in Lebanon.

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The ruling party has not announced any flagship schemes, says DMK medical wing secretary

The BJD alleged that nine custodial deaths were reported in the past year matching the total number recorded over the preceding four years

“When we choke off drug smuggling, we weaken those who seek to destabilise our nation, spill the blood of innocent people, and divert our youth from the path of progress,” says the Lieutenant Governor

Odell Beckham Jr. has officially reunited with the New York Giants after five years away from the team. The veteran wide receiver signed with New York following a successful workout on Monday. Beckham missed the entire 2025 NFL season but now gets another opportunity with the franchise where he became an NFL superstar and created some of football’s most unforgettable moments.

A Kerala man, Shabin Shaji, was awarded £30,000 by a UK tribunal after a care agency brought him to Britain on a healthcare visa but failed to provide any work or pay. Shaji, who spent £17,000 to secure the visa, faced extreme hardship, relying on charity for survival. The agency's sponsorship license has since been revoked.

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Jammu and Kashmir is set to establish government-run rehabilitation centers statewide to aid recovering addicts. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha highlighted the campaign's success in disrupting drug trafficking, leading to increased public reporting and treatment-seeking. Over 900 FIRs and over 1,000 arrests have been made, targeting the financial roots of terrorism.

A dramatic chase in Sonbhadra led to the arrest of a Punjab-based drug smuggler, Prince, who was shot in the leg. He and his accomplice attempted to evade police by throwing cash and ramming vehicles. Recovered items include 3 kg opium, 225 kg doda, and Rs 50,000 cash, valued at Rs 58.75 lakh. His accomplice escaped.