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- 1Protests in Ujjain over demolition of historic mosqueβHundreds of Muslims have gathered in the Indian city of Ujjain to protest the partial demolition of a mosque they say is
Hundreds of Muslims have gathered in the Indian city of Ujjain to protest the partial demolition of a mosque they say is more than 600 years old. The BJP-led state government says the demolition is needed to widen roads ahead of a major Hindu pilgrimage expected in 2028. Demonstrators and rights groups view the action as an attack on the country's Muslim heritage, while officials defend it as necessary infrastructure work.
- 2India central bank completes 1 trillion rupee net debt saleβΌIndia central bank completes 1 trillion rupee net debt sale for first time in a decade
The Reserve Bank of India has completed net sales of government debt totalling 1 trillion rupees, the first time it has reached that figure in a decade. The scale of the central bank's selling marks a notable shift in management of India's bond market and liquidity, drawing attention from investors tracking the country's debt markets and interest rate outlook.
- 3India's power plants burn through coal stocks as hydro output slumpsβIndiaβs power plants are exhausting coal inventories as generators rush to offset weak hydro Stockpiles at power plants
Coal inventories at Indian power plants have fallen to a three-year low as generators increase coal-fired output to compensate for weak hydroelectric generation. The government has ordered all captive coal plants above 50 megawatts to run at full capacity in an effort to head off a possible power shortage, raising concerns about grid reliability during periods of high electricity demand.
- 4Rupee and bonds at risk as Iran oil diplomacy hopes fadeβΌIndian rupee, bonds vulnerable to oil pangs on waning Iran diplomacy hopes
The Indian rupee and government bonds face renewed pressure as diplomatic efforts over Iran's nuclear programme lose momentum, raising the risk of higher oil prices. Crude import bills are a key driver of India's currency and debt markets, so any escalation that pushes oil upward would widen India's trade deficit and weigh on asset prices.
- 5Critics claim Modi government bowed to US pressure in VanDyke caseβSo Modi govt surrendered before USA > UAPA IN. UAPA OUT. VANDYKE OUT ON BAIL...., What happened between March and Septem
US citizen VanDyke, arrested by India's National Investigation Agency on March 13 in an alleged terror-conspiracy case and booked under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act, has been released on bail. Critics say the reversal between March and September shows the Modi government surrendered to American pressure, and the case is drawing accusations of inconsistent handling of the anti-terror law.
- 6Rupee and bonds at risk as Iran diplomacy hopes fadeβRupee, bonds vulnerable to oil pangs on waning Iran diplomacy hopes
India's rupee and government bonds are seen coming under pressure as diplomatic efforts with Iran lose momentum, raising fears of higher oil prices. Fading hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough could lift crude costs, straining India's import bill and weakening its currency and debt markets.
- 7Calls for Arrest of Election Commissioner Gyanesh KumarβArrest Gyanesh Kumar | Election Commision | PM Modi | Analysis by Arvind Sir Naiya Paar
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar is facing demands for his arrest, with criticism tied to the Election Commission's functioning under Prime Minister Modi's government. An analysis circulating on Indian education channels argues the commissioner should be arrested, drawing significant engagement from viewers following debates over the poll body's independence and credibility.
- 819-Year-Old Nisarga Adhikari Honoured by US Justice Departmentβ19-year-old Nisarga Adhikary honoured by US DoJ: Reported security flaws on US website
Nisarga Adhikary, a 19-year-old, has been honoured by the US Department of Justice after reporting security flaws on a US government website. Reports say his responsible disclosure of vulnerabilities earned him recognition from the department. The honour has drawn attention in Indian media, highlighting how young ethical hackers from the region are gaining international acknowledgement for strengthening cybersecurity.
- 9India's finance minister says startups can rival established industriesβIndian startups can contribute as much as established industries: FM
India's Finance Minister said Indian startups can contribute to the economy as much as established industries, according to the Times of India. The remark frames the startup sector as a mainstream economic pillar rather than a niche, aligning with government efforts to promote entrepreneurship, funding and innovation as drivers of growth and employment.
- 10Jitendra Singh opens Rs 60 crore recombinant cells facility at BRICβJitendra Singh inaugurates Rs 60 crore recombinant cells facility at BRIC
Union Minister Jitendra Singh inaugurated a Rs 60 crore recombinant cells facility at the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC). The new facility is expected to boost India's biotechnology research capacity, supporting work on recombinant cell technology used in medicines and vaccines. The inauguration was reported by national media, highlighting the government's continued investment in science and biotech infrastructure.