German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Ahmedabad for his first official visit to India, joining Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the International Kite Festival. The leaders also paid respects at Sabarmati Ashram. Discussions are set to focus on strengthening bilateral cooperation across various sectors, including trade, technology, and defense, building on the 25-year-old strategic partnership.

Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar stated that Hindutva is «Hinduism in paranoia,» arguing it incites fear among Hindus towards Muslims. He contrasted this with Hinduism, calling it a spiritual religion that has thrived for millennia without Hindutva's protection. BJP leader Sudhanshu Trivedi countered that Hindutva represents the core essence of Hinduism, or 'Hindu tattva,' and cherishing Hinduism is Hindutva.

Calling the BMC polls the «last election for the Marathi man», Thackeray said: «If you miss this opportunity today, you will be finished. Unite for Marathi and Maharashtra.»​​ Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and his cousin Raj Thackeray on Sunday mounted a joint attack on the rival BJP over what they described as “fake Hindutva” at a rally held ahead of the civic polls.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is on a two-day visit to India, meeting PM Modi in Ahmedabad. Their agenda includes visiting Sabarmati Ashram and the International Kite Festival, followed by bilateral talks in Gandhinagar. Discussions will center on strengthening the India-Germany Strategic Partnership, focusing on trade, technology, and defense cooperation, building on recent high-level interactions.

India has opened the first Bailey Bridge in Sri Lanka, restoring a vital link between Central and Uva provinces following Cyclone Ditwah. Constructed by the Indian Army, this 100-foot bridge is part of a $450 million reconstruction package. Over 15 more bridges are planned, alongside railway line repairs, demonstrating India's commitment to Sri Lanka's recovery.

Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh condemned the police's lathi charge on an NSUI 'Save MGNREGA' protest in Varanasi. The demonstration, led by NSUI president Varun Chaudhary, was met with force by the «trouble-engine government.» Congress workers also held a symbolic fast protesting the new rural employment act.

Suspected drones were detected entering Indian airspace from Pakistan along the International Border and Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Samba, Rajouri, and Poonch districts on Sunday evening. Security forces observed the objects hovering for a few minutes before returning, prompting ground search operations and firing in some areas.

Passengers can now seamlessly transfer between the RRTS Namo Bharat and Delhi Metro at New Ashok Nagar Metro Station. An integrated passenger movement corridor has been opened, enhancing commuter convenience and reducing transit times. This integration, achieved through coordinated efforts and a structured SOP, strengthens multimodal urban mobility in the NCR.

Public discourse on sexual violence consistently shifts blame from perpetrators to victims, focusing on women's choices and behavior rather than men's decisions. Despite widespread criticism, this regressive mindset persists across politics, courts, and families, implying women must alter their lives to prevent crimes they do not commit.

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi questioned the BJP government's nationalism, citing its invitation to Chinese companies despite security concerns and its silence on US President Donald Trump's alleged insults. Owaisi also criticized the Centre's asylum for Sheikh Hasina and the prolonged incarceration of Muslim youth without trial.

Delhi government has fast-tracked four major drainage projects to combat chronic waterlogging across the capital. These initiatives, including the Mundka supplementary drain and MB Road stormwater drain, aim to modernize infrastructure, ensure swift rainwater discharge into the Yamuna, and reduce pressure on the sewerage network, providing lasting relief from monsoon flooding.

Punjab's youth are set to benefit from Mission Pragati, a new government initiative offering free academic and physical training for competitive exams. Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann announced the program, designed to support rural and meritorious students, with the first batch already enrolled. This 'youth helping youth' model aims for holistic development and increased representation in government jobs.

Senior DMK leader I Periyasamy has firmly ruled out any coalition government in Tamil Nadu, stating chief minister M K Stalin is resolute against sharing power with allies, including the Congress. This assertion comes as the Tamil Nadu Congress renews its demand for a share in governance ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.

The Enforcement Directorate may attach Al Falah University's Faridabad campus under anti-money laundering laws. Officials suspect illicit funds were used for its construction, following the arrest of Al Falah Group chairman Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui on money laundering charges. The university's alleged false accreditation claims are under scrutiny.

Northeastern Indians face persistent racial slurs and discrimination across India, from casual prejudice to fatal violence. Incidents like Anjel Chakma's death highlight how stereotypes about appearance and food habits lead to abuse and exclusion, even in supposedly cosmopolitan cities calling for stronger laws and societal change to foster true inclusivity.

The National Students' Union of India (NSUI) protested the VB-GRAMG scheme across Uttar Pradesh, including Lucknow and Varanasi, on Sunday. Demonstrations in Lucknow saw workers detained by security. In Varanasi, heightened security surrounded Prime Minister Modi's public outreach office ahead of a planned «Save MGNREGA» march, with police and paramilitary forces on alert.

West Bengal's opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari has strongly refuted Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's claims regarding the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Adhikari accused Banerjee of a politically motivated attempt to derail the process, which he stated is crucial for fair elections and has exposed vulnerabilities in the voter list.

​​Visuals from the event showed the Prime Minister standing in an open, flower-adorned vehicle as the procession moved through the town. He was joined by Gujarat chief minister Bhupendra Patel and deputy chief minister Harsh Sanghavi. During the yatra, the Prime Minister was seen blowing a conch shell and greeting crowds that had gathered along the route.