This news brief summarizes the latest developments. The Prime Minister will attend the RSS centenary celebrations in Delhi. The initial 15 minutes of general online ticket bookings will be exclusive to users with Aadhaar verification. India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) are implementing a free trade deal, with EFTA planning a $100 billion investment in India over 15 years. A construction site at the Ennore Thermal Power Plant in Chennai collapsed, causing the deaths of nine workers and injuries to others. The accident involved a steel slab falling on workers. Emergency responders managed the rescue and provided medical aid. Police are investigating the cause. US President Donald Trump issued a warning to Russia, stating the US possesses advanced nuclear weaponry. The US sent a dangerous nuclear submarine near Russia after threats. Trump also downplayed Russia’s military strength. Bhojpuri actor Pawan Singh’s return to the BJP is generating political excitement before the Bihar elections, with expectations of NDA gains in certain regions. The Asia Cup 2025 trophy controversy continues. Team India has not received the trophy despite their win. A meeting held in Dubai did not resolve the issue stemming from Indian players’ refusal to accept the trophy from the PCB chief. The decision has been passed to the five test playing nations’ boards. The implementation of GST 2.0 has not resulted in the anticipated price reductions for consumers. Numerous complaints have been filed regarding shopkeepers failing to pass on tax cuts. Heavy rainfall in Delhi resulted in significant waterlogging and traffic disruptions. Additional news highlights include: Former minister Gayatri Prajapati’s attack in a Lucknow jail, Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya addressing public complaints, CM Omar Abdullah’s commitment to statehood for Jammu and Kashmir, the construction of a protection wall in Joshimath, and concerns about cough syrup in Rajasthan.
