Uttarakhand teen Lucky Rawat selected as India's sole student for North Pole expedition

Iran Warns Saudi Arabia That Alliances With Turkey and Pakistan Won't Ensure Security

Iranian MP Ebrahim Rezaei, a member of Iran's National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, issued a sharp warning to Saudi Arabia over its diplomatic alignments. He stated that a formal agreement with Turkey and Pakistan would not guarantee Saudi security. Rezaei drew a parallel with Saudi Arabia's long-standing reliance on the United States, arguing that years of one-sided dependence on Washington also failed to deliver real security. The statement reflects ongoing tensions between Iran and Saudi Arabia amid shifting regional alliances.

Delhi Cabinet Approves Bill to Allow Private Universities With 25% Local Student Quota

The Delhi Cabinet has cleared a new bill that would permit the establishment of private universities in the capital. The proposed legislation includes a mandatory 25% reservation for students from Delhi. The bill also incorporates provisions for strict government oversight of these institutions. The move is aimed at expanding higher education access while maintaining regulatory control in the city.

Expecting FCRA Bill, Congress issues whip for MPs, Opposition allies to follow

Assaulted Doctor Case: Accused Sena Corporator Sent to Goa Resort, Not Jail

A court has ordered Ramesh Mhatre, a Shiv Sena corporator accused of assaulting a doctor, to remain outside Maharashtra during the ongoing trial. Rather than a custodial arrangement, the court directed Mhatre to stay at Nazri Resort & Lawns, a four-star property in Goa. The decision has drawn sharp criticism, with the victim's lawyer expressing outrage over the accused's comfortable living conditions. The lawyer remarked that the assaulted doctor is haunted by thoughts of Mhatre even in sleep, highlighting the trauma still faced by the victim.