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U.S. and Iran Engage in Indirect Talks via Mediators
The United States and Iran are holding separate talks with international mediators in a fresh push to end a seven-month war and negotiate a ceasefire.

US and China Unveil $30 Billion Tariff Relief Plan
The United States and China have published lists for reciprocal tariff cuts on $30 billion in goods following a high-level summit between Trump and Xi.

Supreme Court Refuses to Stay MDR on UPI Payments Above ₹2,000
The Supreme Court has refused to stay the 0.4% MDR on UPI transactions above ₹2,000, issuing notices to the Centre, RBI, and NPCI.

Heavy Police Deployment in Ujjain After AI-Triggered Shahi Masjid Clashes
Heavy police deployment remains around Ujjain's Shahi Masjid following clashes triggered by AI-generated videos regarding an alleged demolition dispute.

TakeMe2Space to Launch India’s First Orbital Computing Satellite
Indian startup TakeMe2Space is set to launch India’s first orbital computing satellite via a SpaceX Falcon 9 mission, marking a new milestone in space technology.

Tata Trusts Propose Tata Sons Restructuring to Avoid Public Listing
Tata Trusts have proposed merging two group units with Tata Sons to retain private status and avoid a public listing, causing Tata group stocks to decline.

US-Iran Tensions Escalate Over Strait of Hormuz Reopening Deal
The geopolitical standoff in the Strait of Hormuz intensifies as the US rejects a pause offer from Iran, leaving oil markets strained and diplomatic efforts hanging by a thread.

LPU Unrest: Classes Suspended Amid Protests
Lovely Professional University suspends classes and mid-terms following violent student protests over an alleged rape, NH-44 blockade, and internet curbs in Punjab.

Tensions Flare in Ujjain Over Shahi Masjid Demolition Plans
Heavy police deployment and Section 144 restrictions hit Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, following violent clashes over the partial demolition of the Shahi Masjid for road widening.

Virat Kohli Crosses 15,000 Runs in ODI Cricket
Virat Kohli becomes only the second player in cricket history to cross 15,000 ODI runs, following Sachin Tendulkar in a landmark achievement.

Bank Strike Deferred as IBA Opens Talks on Five-Day Week
A nationwide three-day bank strike has been deferred following discussions between the Indian Banks Association and the United Forum of Bank Unions over a five-day work week.

Gujarat Secures ₹1,542 Crore in Major Railway Infrastructure Boost
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurates ₹1,542 crore railway projects in Gujarat, introducing India's first LNG-powered train and safety upgrades.
