1) India Gets Zero Duty Boost
India gains major trade advantage with the United States after zero duty access for key exports. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal says gems diamonds pharmaceuticals smartphones and select farm goods get tariff relief. The move boosts exporters jobs and foreign exchange while strengthening India position in global trade.
2) PM Modi Begins Malaysia Visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi began a two day official visit to Malaysia at the invitation of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. It is his third visit. Talks will focus on trade investment defence security and people ties. Leaders will review partnership cooperation and multilateral issues. Engagement with Indian diaspora is planned.
3) Teen Star Waits For India Call
Vaibhav Suryavanshi smashed 175 off 80 balls in the Under 19 World Cup final. The 14 year old stunned England and fans demanded senior selection. ICC rules require age fifteen for internationals. Born March 2011 he must wait. His U19 journey ends but a senior debut looks certain. Soon ahead.
4) Rahul Priyanka Back Pappu Yadav
Political tensions rose in Bihar after Pappu Yadav arrest. Rahul Gandhi said he was punished for raising voice on NEET and called it political revenge. Priyanka Gandhi questioned FIR and probe and alleged misuse of power. Congress says arrest targets dissent and pressures the state government. The controversy continues nationwide.
5) Asaduddin Owaisi Targets Assam CM At Nizamabad Rally
At a Nizamabad rally AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi attacked Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma over remarks on Miya Muslims. Owaisi waved a two rupee coin and called Sarma a beggar. He accused him of targeting the poor and fueling divisive politics ahead of elections. The speech went viral online. Quickly.