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India has received a fresh LPG shipment as the vessel Jag Vasant arrived at Vadinar port in Gujarat carrying around 16,000 metric tonnes of fuel. The delivery comes amid concerns over supply disruptions linked to the ongoing crisis in West Asia and the Strait of Hormuz.
The ongoing conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States is beginning to impact India’s pharmaceutical sector, with early signs of rising input costs. Industry sources indicate that disruptions in supply chains and increased prices of key raw materials could lead to higher costs for medicines and surgical products.
Shia Muslim communities in parts of India, including Lucknow and Srinagar, staged protests after reports emerged about the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in joint US–Israel military action. Demonstrators carried black flags and portraits of Khamenei, expressing grief and solidarity with the Iranian leadership and condemning the alleged foreign strikes.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the India AI Impact Expo today, marking a major international technology gathering. The event will showcase more than 300 live exhibits focused on artificial intelligence, innovation and digital transformation.
Public protests have erupted in Delhi against the rise of online gaming, with citizens gathering to voice concerns over its social and economic impact. Protesters warned that unregulated gaming platforms are leading to addiction, financial distress and mental health issues, particularly among youth.
Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha raised concerns in Parliament over airline practices affecting passengers, focusing on charges for even slightly overweight baggage. He pointed out that travellers are often penalised for minor excess weight, while airlines do not offer adequate compensation for flight delays and inconvenience.
The new UGC law has sparked widespread protests across several regions, with members of the general category leading demonstrations against the proposed changes. Protesters have taken to the streets, and a series of resignations linked to the issue has added to the pressure on the Modi government.
Delhi Police have registered an FIR against Gurpatwant Singh Pannu, a Khalistan-backed terrorist and the head of Sikhs for Justice, for allegedly attempting to spread unrest in the national capital.
Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind president Hazrat Maulana Mahmood Asad Madani has welcomed a recent decision of the Allahabad High Court concerning independent and non-affiliated religious madrassas.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a phone conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to discuss ongoing India-US trade negotiations. The call has raised expectations of progress toward a possible trade agreement, as both countries look to resolve outstanding issues related to tariffs,
ISRO’s PSLV-C62 mission has failed after a technical malfunction occurred in the rocket’s third stage, resulting in the loss of all 16 satellites onboard. The issue prevented the launch vehicle from achieving the required orbit, officials confirmed.
India has advised its citizens in Iran to remain indoors amid ongoing violent protests in several parts of the country. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said that all Indian nationals are currently safe, but cautioned them against stepping out and putting themselves at risk.
