Ten Kuki-Zo MLAs in Manipur have appealed to Prime Minister Modi for a political settlement amidst ongoing ethnic conflict, highlighting their community's displacement and seeking a separate Union Territory. While Modi visited Manipur, pledging peace and development, Kuki-Zo groups boycotted events, expressing continued grief and rejecting the extension of the Suspension of Operations agreement.

Nepal's President dissolved parliament, prompting condemnation from major political parties amidst a backdrop of recent deadly protests and political upheaval. Fresh elections are scheduled for next March, while the newly appointed Prime Minister Karki seeks cooperation to ensure timely polls. Despite political tensions, normalcy is gradually returning to Kathmandu as the nation grapples with the aftermath of widespread unrest.

The National Human Rights Commission has taken cognizance of widespread fertilizer shortages impacting farmers during the Kharif season. Notices have been issued to states/UTs and Union ministries, urging investigations and proper fertilizer distribution. Allegations of police action against farmers waiting for fertilizers have also prompted NHRC intervention, emphasizing the protection of farmers' rights.

In Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district, a Naxalite was killed during a clash with security forces on Saturday. The gunfight erupted in a forest during an anti-Naxal operation. Following the exchange, authorities recovered the Naxalite's body, along with a 12-bore gun, a Barrel Grenade Launcher, explosives, and Maoist-related supplies.

Delhi faced a series of bomb threats, targeting three Max Hospital locations and the Delhi High Court, causing widespread disruption and prompting extensive security operations. Authorities later confirmed these threats as hoaxes. Similarly, the Taj Palace hotel also received a bomb threat via email, triggering a thorough search that found nothing suspicious.

The upcoming India-Pakistan Asia Cup clash ignites political controversy. Shiv Sena (UBT) and Congress leaders criticize the match as immoral and profit-driven, citing past grievances and questioning the government's stance. BJP leaders, however, rally behind the Indian team, framing it as a matter of national pride. Maharashtra leaders exchange barbs, highlighting the deep divisions surrounding the event.

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Assam, a 2.6-km 'PM Neem Corridor' has been created in Numaligarh, Golaghat district, featuring Neem saplings. During his visit, PM Modi will inaugurate a bamboo-based ethanol plant and lay the foundation stone for a Petro Fluidised Catalytic Cracker Unit.

Lobsang Sangay, the former Tibetan Prime Minister-in-exile, alleged Chinese interference in South Asian nations. He specifically pointed to Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. Sangay warned India to remain vigilant regarding China's expansionist policies. He highlighted China's efforts to diminish India's regional influence. Sangay also recalled past instances of Chinese pressure during India-China dialogues.

Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane mocked Aaditya Thackeray, suggesting he'd secretly watch the India-Pakistan cricket match in disguise. This jab followed Thackeray's criticism of the BJP for allowing the match despite Pakistan's history of terrorism.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to Manipur, his first since the ethnic violence in 2023, included rallies and project inaugurations. He also inaugurated Mizoram's first railway line, connecting it to the rest of India. Modi appealed for peace in Manipur, laying foundation stones for development projects and emphasizing the Northeast's role as a growth engine.

Prime Minister Modi visited Manipur for the first time since the 2023 ethnic violence, inaugurating development projects worth ₹7,300 crore. In Pune, an IT professional was attacked with a billhook, leading to the arrest of two suspects. Airstrikes on Myanmar schools resulted in 19 student deaths.

Shashi Tharoor urges India to prioritize women's safety for tourism growth. He highlights tourism's potential to combat unemployment and generate revenue. Tharoor criticizes the lack of mid-range tourist facilities. He emphasizes the need for more hotels and improved infrastructure. He notes that India attracts fewer tourists than smaller destinations. Tharoor calls for giving tourism greater priority.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi made his first visit to Manipur since the ethnic violence began, braving heavy rain to reach Churachandpur. He laid foundation stones for development projects worth ₹7,300 crore and inaugurated projects worth ₹1,200 crore. Modi emphasized Manipur's significance in the Northeast's growth, highlighting improved connectivity and infrastructure projects.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Manipur on Saturday faced disruption due to heavy rainfall, altering his travel plans. Unable to fly by helicopter to Churachandpur, he chose a road journey to reach the rally venue. Despite the downpour, Modi insisted on meeting the waiting crowd, emphasizing his desire for direct interaction.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Bairabi-Sairang railway line in Aizawl, Mizoram, connecting the state to the rest of India. He also flagged off the inaugural Rajdhani Express to Delhi and other trains to Guwahati and Kolkata.

Opposition leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra have criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Manipur visit, which occurred two years after the ethnic violence. Kharge called the visit a «farce» and a «cowardly escape,» while Gandhi stated Modi should have visited "long back.

A heated exchange erupted between Rahul Gandhi and BJP minister Dinesh Pratap Singh during a Raebareli meeting. Gandhi, chairing the DISHA meet, instructed Singh to seek permission before speaking. Singh later criticized Gandhi, alleging he acted like an «owner» rather than a chair. Singh, a former Congress leader, also protested Gandhi's remarks against PM Modi's mother, demanding an apology.

Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi emphasized real-time information sharing for maritime security as India's interests expand. INS Aravali, commissioned in Gurugram, will bolster maritime domain awareness and command & control. It will support information centers like IMAC and IFC-IOR, enhancing collaboration and India's role as a security partner in the Indian Ocean Region.

The Indian Air Force proposes acquiring 114 'Made in India' Rafale fighter jets in collaboration with Dassault Aviation and Indian firms, a deal worth over Rs 2 lakh crore. Following Rafale's success in Operation Sindoor, these jets will enhance India's air power with advanced features and indigenous content.

A BJP worker in Delhi has filed a police complaint against the Congress party over an AI-generated video featuring PM Modi's late mother, alleging defamation and violation of law. The video, circulated by the Bihar Congress unit, depicts the PM's mother criticizing his politics.