The Supreme Court has emphasized that High Courts should intervene in frivolous criminal cases to protect individuals from reputational damage. The court outlined a four-step process for High Courts to consider when deciding whether to quash a case, aiming to save court time and prevent unjust trials.

President Donald Trump announced ongoing trade negotiations between the US and India, expressing optimism for a successful resolution and reaffirming his friendship with Prime Minister Modi. Despite past trade tensions, including tariffs on Indian goods and Russian oil imports, Trump emphasised the «very special» relationship between the two nations. Modi reciprocated the positive sentiment, signaling a potential thaw in trade relations.

Chandrapuram Ponnusamy Radhakrishnan of the BJP-led NDA is India's new Vice-President. He defeated B Sudershan Reddy. Radhakrishnan secured 452 votes, while Reddy got 300. The opposition's vote count fell short. Fifteen votes were declared invalid. Congress claims opposition MPs stood united. Some parties are under scrutiny for potential cross-voting. The opposition alleges vote theft. The ideological battle continues.

India has advised its citizens to postpone travel to Nepal due to ongoing protests that led to the closure of Kathmandu Airport. Airlines, including Indian carriers like IndiGo and Air India, have suspended flights. Many Kathmandu-bound flights were diverted or returned to India. Air India is offering waivers on rescheduling charges for affected passengers, while SpiceJet cancelled Tuesday flights.

C P Radhakrishnan of the NDA secured victory as the 15th Vice-President of India, garnering 452 votes against B Sudershan Reddy's 300. The election saw 767 MPs participating, with some cross-voting favouring Radhakrishnan. While the BJP celebrated the win and questioned opposition unity, Congress defended their performance, citing an increased vote share compared to the previous election.

Prime Minister Modi expressed deep concern over the violent unrest in Nepal, appealing for peace and stability. Protests, initially sparked by a social media ban and anti-corruption demands, escalated, leading to the resignation of Prime Minister Oli and significant damage, including the torching of parliament.

Indore, India's cleanest city, topped the 'Swachh Vayu Survekshan 2025' for air pollution mitigation, despite a slight PM10 increase. Jabalpur and Agra/Surat followed. Amravati, Dewas led in smaller population categories. Union Minister Bhupender Yadav noted PM10 reductions in 103 NCAP cities, with Mumbai achieving a 44% decline. Chennai is the only metro meeting air quality standards.

Tragedy struck the Siachen sector in Ladakh as an avalanche claimed the lives of three Indian Army personnel at a base camp. Siachen, notorious for its extreme weather and high altitude of over 18,000 feet, presents formidable challenges for military deployments.

CP Radhakrishnan of the NDA secured victory as India's 15th Vice President, garnering 452 votes against Justice B Sudershan Reddy's 300. Several parties abstained from the election, which followed Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation. Radhakrishnan, a seasoned politician with a background in the RSS and BJP, brings extensive experience from various roles, including MP and party president.

India is gearing up for the Vice Presidential election, pitting NDA's CP Radhakrishnan against INDIA bloc's Justice B Sudershan Reddy. Polling will occur in Parliament, with the NDA holding a significant advantage in the electoral college. The election was prompted by Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation, and the new Vice President will serve as the Rajya Sabha's ex-officio Chairman.

The Supreme Court bench, grappling with complex medical terminology, questioned a doctor's challenge to the legal definition of brain death in India's organ transplant law. The doctor argued the definition was unscientific and violated constitutional rights, alleging exploitation of poor patients for organ harvesting.

The Congress party has strongly criticized the Election Commission for allegedly disregarding the Supreme Court's directive to accept Aadhaar as valid voter ID. Jairam Ramesh accused the EC of deliberately obstructing voter registration by refusing Aadhaar and rejecting political parties' appointed Booth Level Agents. Trinamool Congress welcomed the court's order, with Sagarika Ghose calling it a victory for democracy.

Former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has requested government accommodation in Delhi, a privilege he is entitled to according to regulations. While the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs hasn't yet allocated a bungalow, a decision is expected soon. A Type-VIII bungalow on APJ Abdul Kalam Road is being considered, though allotment and necessary renovations by CPWD will take time.

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar advocated for a fair, just, and non-discriminatory international trading system at the Brics virtual summit. He emphasized constructive approaches to sustainable trade, cautioning against barriers and linking trade to non-trade issues. Jaishankar highlighted the need for fair economic practices and addressing trade deficits among Brics members, particularly India's deficits with China and Russia.

Peter Navarro, former trade advisor to Donald Trump, has launched a tirade against BRICS nations, accusing them of being «vampires» dependent on trade with the United States. He claimed internal conflicts and economic woes plague the alliance, citing tensions between Russia and China, India and China, and Brazil's economic struggles.

Telecom regulator Trai refuted Congress's allegations, clarifying it doesn't handle SMS campaign approvals. Trai stated that telecom service providers (TSPs) are responsible for accepting or rejecting individual SMS message templates based on the 2018 regulations. The regulator emphasized its non-involvement in the specific instance reported by the media.