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At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.77 against the U.S. dollar, then touched an intraday high of 94.97 and a low of 95.78 during the day

The Chief Minister said that West Bengal needs to catch up with other states in conduct of the census; he expressed concern over demographic changes and said census data will help in policy decisions

Home Minister said the government is planning to assign additional areas of responsibility to the BSF; noted that the most significant gap in the security grid lay in the incomplete fencing along the Bengal boundary

Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan created T20 history during Gujarat Titans’ IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 clash against Rajasthan Royals by becoming the first men’s pair to register 11 century partnerships. The duo achieved the feat in just 48 innings, surpassing legendary combinations like Chris Gayle-Virat Kohli and Babar Azam-Mohammad Rizwan while chasing 215 in Mullanpur.

Though their summit was completed in 46 days, the preparation for it began years ago

Chief Minister directs immediate registration of complaints through proposed cyber war room to enable swift bank intervention, while unveiling a multi-pronged strategy to tackle online fraud and digital arrest scams

SC says there will be no further extension; rejects arguments that TET mandate is a retrospective implementation of RTE Act; says teachers’ service cannot come at the cost of children’s educational future

Soldiers are continuing their pursuit of a group of terrorists reported to be holed up in the forests of Rajouri, in the Pir Panjal Valley, for the seventh straight day on Friday

According to JSM representatives, of India’s tribal population of nearly 12 crore recorded in the 2011 Census, an estimated 1.5 crore to 2 crore had converted to Christianity

The event was organised by the Ranni-Nilackal diocese of the Malankara Mar Thoma Syrian Chruch to commemorate the golden jubilee of priesthood of Joseph Mar Barnabas Suffragan Metropolitan and Isaac Mar Philoxenos Episcopa

The 1994-Batch officer is serving as the DGP in the Border Security Force, Delhi. He replaces DGP/HoPF Sandeep Rai  Rathore. He was in the panel of three IPS officers recommended by the Union Public Service Commission as fit for appointment to the top post

President Donald Trump honored late NHL legend Claude Lemieux with a heartfelt tribute, calling him a family friend and loyal supporter. Lemieux, a four-time Stanley Cup champion, died at age 60. Tributes from Brendan Lemieux, NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman, and Montreal Canadiens owner Geoff Molson highlighted the lasting impact he had on hockey and those closest to him.

America is considering a $250 bill featuring Donald Trump's face for its 250th birthday, a move that bypasses a law against living presidents on currency. Designs are prepared, sparking debate and satire. This proposal, alongside a UFC event on Trump's birthday, highlights the nation's deep divisions as its semiquincentennial approaches.

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat's participation in Asian Games trials is confirmed by courts, but her weight category remains a dispute. While Phogat desires to compete in 53kg, the WFI insists on 50kg, citing her "Iconic Athlete" status linked to her previous 50kg Olympic campaign. The final decision on her category is pending.

Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed 96 off 47 balls in IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 against Gujarat Titans, narrowly missing a century for the second consecutive knockout game. The 15-year-old equalled Glenn Maxwell's record for most dismissals in the 90s in a season and became the fastest to 1000 runs by balls faced.