India Approves New Rail Lines on Karnataka-Andhra Pradesh Corridor

Indian Railways uses nearly 3 billion units of electricity every month for smooth train operations

Dharmendra Pradhan Will Not Resign Over NEET Paper Leak, Say Sources

Student protesters, led by the Congress Janata Party, have been demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET paper leak controversy. Sources close to the minister have indicated that his resignation is not being considered. Officials described stepping down as the 'easiest decision to make,' suggesting the minister intends to stay and address the issue. The 57-year-old minister has faced mounting pressure amid widespread outrage over the alleged irregularities in the NEET examination.

Landslide Buries Cab in Himachal's Lahaul-Spiti, Killing 13 People

A deadly landslide struck the Lahaul-Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh, killing 13 people. A Tata Sumo cab was completely buried after rocks fell on it during the incident. The vehicle was travelling on the Kullu to Pangi route when the landslide occurred. Lahaul-Spiti is a remote, mountainous region prone to such natural disasters, particularly during seasonal weather changes.

Trump Administration Cuts India Tariff Rate from 12.5% to 10%

US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer announced revised tariff rates on 60 economies on Thursday. The announcement came one day before the expiry of temporary additional 10% duties that had been imposed on imports from all countries. India's tariff rate was reduced from 12.5% to 10% under the revised structure. The move signals a shift in the Trump administration's trade posture toward several major trading partners.