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The remarks came during a phone call with his son Kasim Khan over the Eid weekend. Kasim later shared details of the conversation publicly after speaking to his father over the weekend.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the formation of seven empowered groups to assess the impact of the West Asian conflict on India's energy supplies, essential commodities, and supply chains. These quick-response teams will develop strategies to mitigate economic repercussions, drawing lessons from the Covid-19 pandemic playbook.

Harish Rana, India's first patient granted passive euthanasia by the Supreme Court, has passed away at AIIMS after 13 years in a vegetative state. His death followed the withdrawal of life support, a decision made to uphold his right to die with dignity. Rana's family, who donated his corneas and heart valves, found comfort in his peaceful end.

India's government confirmed five LPG tankers, carrying approximately 2.3 lakh tonnes of cooking gas, are positioned west of the Strait of Hormuz. Two ships are expected at Indian ports this week. Officials clarified that no special permission is required for vessels to transit the international strait, though safety assessments are crucial given the current geopolitical climate.

Election Commission convened with top officials from poll-bound states and their neighbors to bolster election preparedness. The focus was on ensuring peaceful polls by strengthening border security and curbing illegal activities like cash, liquor, and drug smuggling. All agencies were directed to maintain heightened vigilance to prevent violence and inducements.

Ben Duckett’s late withdrawal from the Indian Premier League 2026 could come at a significant cost, with the England batter facing a potential two-season ban under league rules.

The Supreme Court expressed disapproval of a PIL requesting separate enumeration of Denotified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Tribes in the upcoming census. The bench suggested the petition's motive might be to gain SC/ST status, calling such moves "calculated" and potentially aimed at dividing India. Despite recommendations for enumeration since 2000, the government has not acted.

The Supreme Court ruled that only individuals professing Hinduism, Sikhism, or Buddhism can be members of Scheduled Castes. Conversion to any other religion results in an absolute loss of SC status, preventing invocation of the SC/ST Act. This ruling contrasts with Scheduled Tribes, where religion is not a basis for exclusion.

Prime Minister Modi has cautioned about a prolonged disruption stemming from the West Asia conflict. He stated this crisis will be a major test for India, potentially leading to an energy crisis and serious global economic consequences.

The Supreme Court mandated that UAPA cases investigated by the NIA must conclude within a year through exclusive special courts. States must identify court needs and appoint dedicated prosecutors. The Centre offers funding for these courts, aiming to expedite trials and address bail concerns. Delhi leads in pending NIA cases.

In a shift from previous trends, Other Backward Classes (OBC) candidates outperformed Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) in the 2025 Civil Service Examinations final merit list. Despite lower interview scores, OBCs' strong performance in written exams secured them a higher overall cut-off than EWS, reversing a recent pattern.

Dayton James Webber, a quadruple amputee cornhole player, has been accused of killing Bradrick Michael Wells during an argument in Maryland. Police say he acted alone and later fled. Videos showing him firing guns have surfaced online. He is now in custody and awaiting extradition. The American Cornhole League has called the situation serious and ongoing.

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Frances Tiafoe and Ayan Broomfield have been together since 2015, growing through every stage of life and tennis. While Tiafoe rises in global rankings, Broomfield has her own strong background in college and professional tennis. From big wins to personal moments, their relationship shows steady support, long-term commitment, and a journey built on trust and shared dreams.

The distribution of free refrigerators to women beneficiaries of the PDS, the revision of electricity tariff on common facilities in multi-storey apartments, and the increase in horizontal reservation for government school students in admission to the medical courses from 7.5% to 10.5% are among the highlights of the manifesto

A 50-year-old beauty parlour owner was found hacked to death in her Garia establishment on Tuesday. The assailant, a 44-year-old man believed to be from Haryana or Kashmir, was discovered dead outside, with police suspecting he died by suicide. Investigators believe a relationship gone sour was the motive.

A 30-year-old woman, Harshil Kalia, died in a late-night road accident in Jaipur's Mansarovar area. Her car lost control, hit a divider, and overturned near the Nagar Nigam office on Shipra Path. She sustained severe head injuries and was declared dead at Jaipuria Hospital.