India-Pakistan Ceasefire Agreement
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar confirmed that India and Pakistan have directly negotiated a ceasefire and de-escalation following Operation Sindoor. Despite discussions from U.S. officials during the crisis, he stressed that the United States had no involvement in the accord.
Supreme Court Verdict on Zudpi Jungle Lands
A significant ruling regarding the status of 86,409 hectares of “zudpi jungle” land in Vidarbha, Maharashtra, is scheduled to be delivered by the Supreme Court today. Whether these lands can be reclassified for development reasons or maintain their forest protection will depend on the outcome.
Delhi Government Reduces MLA Local Area Development Funds
The Delhi government reduced the local area development fund for MLAs from 15 crore to 5 crore. Each MLA earned ₹4 crore in 2021–2022 and 2022–2023 during the previous AAP administration; in 2023–2024, this sum was raised to ₹7 crore.
Security & Defense
Two Terrorists Killed in Kishtwar Encounter
Two militants were killed by security personnel during an encounter in the Jammu & Kashmir region of Kishtwar. The operation is a component of continuous initiatives to keep the area safe and secure.
Bodies of 27 Naxals Airlifted Post-Bastar Encounter
The bodies of 27 Naxals killed in a recent encounter in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region have been airlifted to Narayanpur. This operation marks a significant development in India’s efforts against Naxalite insurgency.
Legal & Regulatory
SEBI Collaborates with NSE on IPO Clearance
In order to address unresolved concerns regarding its protracted delayed IPO, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) is collaborating with SEBI, India’s market regulator. Because of issues with governance and the law, the IPO has been delayed since 2016.
Weather & Environment
Heatwave Conditions Persist in Northern India
The India Meteorological Department has issued a heatwave alert for several northern states, including Uttar Pradesh and Delhi. Residents are advised to take necessary precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses.
