India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe commissioned the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) in Colombo. The project, funded by a USD 6 million grant from India, aims to enhance maritime safety in the region.

NASA and ISRO are collaborating on a joint effort with an ISRO astronaut aboard the International Space Station to advance Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET) initiatives for human spaceflight and Earth's benefit.

China is urging India to resume direct passenger flights halted for four years due to a border dispute. While China seeks to boost overseas travel, India resists amid ongoing tensions and scrutiny of Chinese businesses. Resuming flights could benefit both economies but hinges on improved bilateral relations.

Arunachal Pradesh's new rural development and panchayati raj minister Ojing Tasing pledges to address corruption and fund misuse in these departments. He aims to reform them and ensure transparency, focusing on goals set by chief minister Pema Khandu. Tasing commits to a corruption-free, developed Arunachal in line with PM Modi's principles.

The Indian embassy in Washington, DC organized a yoga session ahead of the 10th International Day of Yoga, celebrating its impact on individual and societal well-being. Deputy Ambassador Sripriya Ranganathan highlighted yoga's ancient roots and contemporary relevance, emphasizing its widespread adoption across communities and institutions in the US. Participants echoed enthusiasm for yoga's role in promoting peace and harmony.

EAM S Jaishankar arrived in Sri Lanka for his first visit in his second consecutive term, where he will hold talks with Tharaka Balasuriya and Senthil Thondaman to strengthen bilateral ties and discuss India's Neighbourhood First policy, including key engagements.

Nine individuals, including three Indians, have been arrested in connection with the tragic fire in the Ahmadi Governorate of Kuwait, which resulted in the deaths of 50 people, including 46 Indians. Among those arrested were four Egyptians and one Kuwaiti national. The charges leveled against the defendants include manslaughter and negligence, as mentioned in the report.

A bipartisan group of seven American lawmakers visited Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh, India, on Wednesday, meeting with the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama. This visit has caused displeasure in China. The lawmakers travelled to India specifically to engage with the Nobel peace laureate Tenzin Gyatso, who is the 14th Dalai Lama.

India's evolving strategic partnership with Gulf states under PM Modi, emphasises on economic, political, and security cooperation. It details increased investments, diplomatic visits, and defence ties, despite regional challenges like the Israel-Hamas conflict impacting India's interests. As India aims to deepen relations, challenges in security and economic ties persist, framing future priorities for enhancing bilateral and regional engagements.

Over 100 individuals in Chopda taluka, Jalgaon district fell ill after consuming panipuris at Kamalgaon weekly market. Symptoms included vomiting and loose motions, leading to hospital admissions. FDA collected samples for analysis, and authorities identified the vendor. Patients are stable, with children also affected. The cause of food poisoning is being investigated.

A habeas corpus petition in Andhra Pradesh High Court seeks to produce 195 bovines, including oxen and calves, unlawfully detained by police. Concerns over their well-being and legal ownership raised by animal lovers. Advocate JV Phanuduth references the Supreme Court's decision in the AWBI vs. Nagaraja & Others case, emphasizing the 'right to life' for animals.

Balasore town's curfew was relaxed for four hours on Thursday, allowing essential purchases. Internet services were partially restored on leased lines from 10 am, with mobile data remaining suspended. Authorities are verifying CCTV footage to take further action on recent violence incidents. Police have detained 30 individuals for either violence or violating curfew norms.

Unicef's 'Child Nutrition Report 2024' reveals 181 million children under 5 in severe food poverty globally. India, China, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Pakistan account for 65%. Severe food poverty affects 1 in 4 children worldwide, with India at 40%. Poor diets, inadequate feeding practices, and household poverty drive this crisis, impacting both poor and non-poor households.

A woman named Jogi was severely injured in a Maoist IED blast in Nadpalli village, Bijapur district. The incident occurred near the Telangana border. CRPF personnel transported Jogi to a primary healthcare center, and she was later taken by ambulance to Bijapur district hospital. A similar blast had injured a man in the Tarrem area.

Union junior minister Savitri Thakur faced embarrassment at a school event in Dhar town while struggling to write the 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao' slogan correctly in Hindi. The incident, captured on video, has sparked mixed reactions on social media, raising questions about her writing skills, education, declared assets, recent appointment, and the qualifications for public representatives.

Punjab government extends detention of Amritpal Singh under NSA for engaging in subversive activities. Singh won Lok Sabha seat amid detention and faces charges for possessing unauthorized devices. Investigation implicates jail superintendent for aiding separatist agenda. Singh urges supporters to mobilize Sikh radicals to pressure government for transfer to Punjab jail.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge protests the relocation of Mahatma Gandhi and B R Ambedkar statues in the Parliament complex, emphasizing their historical significance and demanding their return to original spots. Kharge criticizes the decision to shift the statues without consulting stakeholders and highlights their importance in inspiring Members of Parliament and public tributes.