Prime Minister Narendra Modi voiced deep concern over the escalating Middle East situation. This follows significant military action by the United States and Israel against Iran. The strikes led to the death of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. India will work with regional nations to ensure the safety of its citizens.

India is updating its seasonal flu vaccine for the 2026-27 season to combat a rapidly spreading new A(H3N2) variant. The World Health Organization's recommendations highlight the need for this change due to the strain's increased transmissibility. Experts urge early vaccination, especially for vulnerable groups, to prevent severe illness and hospitalizations.

Thousands of Indians are stranded across West Asia as US-Israel strikes on Iran triggered retaliatory actions, leading to widespread airspace closures. Dubai, a major transit hub, is severely affected, with numerous flights cancelled. Tourists, expatriates, and families are facing financial hardship and uncertainty, with some seeking shelter with locals.

India is debating a ban on social media for children under 15. Global trends show stricter digital safety laws for minors. Experts cite risks like addiction and bullying. The country must balance protection with access. Solutions may involve design reform and digital literacy. This decision impacts millions of young users.

'Inmates Must Have Access To Family'

Around 60 lakh electors in West Bengal have been classified as 'doubtful' and await adjudication by judicial officers, following a Supreme Court directive. These voters, potentially illegal immigrants from Bangladesh, will be excluded from the electoral list until their cases are resolved, creating a race against time before the upcoming assembly elections.

Jammu and Kashmir achieved a historic Ranji Trophy victory, thrashing favorites Karnataka in a remarkable Cinderella story. This triumph offers a non-political avenue for Kashmiri integration into the Indian mainstream, potentially shifting focus from alienation to national pride through cricket's unifying power.

where he inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 40 development projects worth ₹147.28 crore.

Indian Railways is gearing up to lay fifth and sixth lines on crucial High Density Network (HDN) corridors connecting Delhi, Howrah, Mumbai, and Chennai. This expansion aims to significantly boost passenger and freight train capacity on these vital routes, which currently handle a disproportionate amount of traffic, often exceeding line capacity.

Rahul Gandhi questioned PM Modi's swift Indo-US trade deal, alleging it harms Indian farmers and industries. He claimed the Prime Minister gave away data and guaranteed annual purchases of US products. Gandhi also alleged a lack of political response to Chinese border movements, citing an unpublished book by a former Army Chief.

West Bengal's electoral rolls now list over 7.04 crore voters following a Special Intensive Revision. During this process, over 5.46 lakh names were removed, while more than 1.82 lakh new voters were added. Over 58 lakh enumeration forms were not received, and more than 60 lakh electors remain in the 'under adjudication' category but are included in the updated rolls.

A fatal Learjet 45XR crash in Baramati, killing five, has been attributed by the AAIB to low visibility and a lack of meteorological facilities at the uncontrolled airfield. The aircraft experienced a go-around before crashing during its second landing attempt. The preliminary report highlights operational gaps and recommends enhanced safety measures for uncontrolled airfields.