Siddharth Luthra, arrested following the tragic Goa nightclub fire, requested a mattress in police custody citing severe back pain. However, the advocate general opposed the plea, presenting medical reports stating Luthra is fit, as investigations continue into the blaze that claimed several lives.
Rahul Gandhi criticized the newly passed VB-GRAM-G Bill, labeling it “anti-state” and “anti-village.” He argued that rebranding MGNREGA undermines the legal right to work, weakens rural livelihoods, and centralizes power, threatening the financial security of millions of poor laborers across India.
Newly released photographs from late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s estate show prominent figures like Bill Gates and Noam Chomsky. These images, part of ongoing investigations, have reignited public scrutiny regarding the extent of high-profile connections to Epstein’s controversial private island and social circle.
The Islamic State has praised the recent mass shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, describing the terror attack as a “matter of pride.” The extremist group issued a statement claiming responsibility, while Australian authorities continue to investigate the attacker’s links to global radical networks.
In Mymensingh, Bangladesh, a Hindu man named Dipu Chandra Das was lynched by a mob following allegations of blasphemy. Despite police intervention, the crowd turned violent, leading to the fatal assault. This incident adds to the growing concerns regarding the safety of minorities in Bangladesh.
National Conference MPs Aga Syed Ruhullah and Mian Altaf met Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi. They discussed restoration of statehood, the release of political prisoners, and local governance issues, urging the Center to fulfill its promises to the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
Pakistani underworld figure Shahzad Bhatti has reportedly issued a death threat to Bihar CM Nitish Kumar. The threat follows a recent controversy involving the removal of a student’s hijab in Bihar. Bhatti demanded a public apology, warning of severe consequences through his underworld network.
The Modi govt introduced the Viksit Bharat–Gramin Rozgar Aur Adhunikikaran Guarantee (VB-GRAM-G) Bill in Parliament to replace MGNREGA. The new scheme aims to modernize rural employment by integrating skill development, digital monitoring, and permanent asset creation to achieve the “Viksit Bharat” vision.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing the Indian diaspora in Jordan, affirmed that India is set to become the world’s third-largest economy soon. He highlighted India’s robust growth, with a recent GDP growth rate exceeding 8%, crediting the nation’s youth and stable governance for the progress.
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) acquired Sri Lankan pacer Matheesha Pathirana for ₹18 crore in the IPL 2026 auction, making him the second-costliest player of the mini-auction. KKR also broke the record for the most expensive overseas player by securing Cameron Green for ₹25.20 crore.