India
1. Kejriwal & Sisodia Discharged in Excise Case
A Delhi court discharged Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia citing lack of solid evidence. The CBI has challenged the order in the Delhi High Court.
2. Canadian PM Mark Carney Visits Mumbai
Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney began a four-day India visit. He will meet PM Modi to reset trade and diplomatic ties.
3. NCERT Book Row Sparks PM’s Anguish
PM Modi expressed concern over a Class 8 NCERT chapter on “Corruption in the Judiciary.” Distribution has been halted pending inquiry.
4. Relief for The Kerala Story 2
The Kerala High Court allowed the film’s screening for two weeks, giving relief to producers after a previous stay order.
World
5. Pakistan–Afghanistan Conflict Escalates
Pakistan declared “open war” after airstrikes in Kabul and Kandahar. Afghan forces claim to have captured posts along the Durand Line.
6. Bill Clinton to Testify in Epstein Case
Former U.S. President Bill Clinton will face congressional questions over newly unsealed Epstein-related files.
Odisha
7. BMC Makes Hoarding Permission Mandatory
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation now requires official permission, structural certificate, and insurance before installing hoardings.
8. Green Hydrogen Jetty Approved at Paradip
Centre cleared a ₹797 crore green hydrogen and ammonia jetty at Paradip Port to boost India’s clean energy logistics.
Business & Economy
9. India’s GDP Grows 7.8% Under New Base Year
India’s economy expanded 7.8% in Q3 FY26 under the new 2022-23 base year series, with annual growth projected at 7.6%.
10. Sensex Crashes 960 Points
Markets fell sharply amid foreign outflows, sectoral weakness, and global geopolitical tensions.
11. RBI Holds Repo Rate at 5.25%
RBI maintained its neutral stance, keeping rates unchanged while monitoring inflation and global supply risks.
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