1. India’s chip story picks up speed, Modi flags fresh investment opportunities
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said India’s fast-growing semiconductor ecosystem is opening new avenues for investment, innovation and growth. Speaking at SEMICON India 2026, Modi said 12 chip projects have been approved so far, as India works to build a complete semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem.
2. Modi turns 76 as Shah, BJP leaders praise his 25-year public journey
Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 76 on Thursday as Union ministers and BJP leaders greeted him and highlighted his 25 years in public life. Home Minister Amit Shah praised Modi’s dedication, hard work and sacrifice, describing his journey as one marked by unwavering resolve and foresight.
3. UPI fee row heats up as Congress rejects govt’s claim over panel support
Congress on Thursday rejected the government’s claim that its MPs supported a tiered revenue framework for UPI transactions, saying the Finance Committee did not discuss the specific UPI fee proposal. The government cited the panel’s recommendation as Congress demanded withdrawal of the new charges.
4. ’Crores in bribes’ claim sparks fresh Rajasthan civic poll row: Gehlot
Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Thursday alleged that crores of rupees were being offered to independent and opposition councillors to help BJP form boards in civic bodies. He also alleged pressure from officials and police, claims that come amid ongoing mayoral contests across Rajasthan.
5. Hope for 76 children as Assam health mission provides treatment for heart defects
Assam’s National Health Mission has facilitated treatment for 76 children suffering from congenital heart disease, providing them access to specialised medical care. The initiative aims to ensure timely treatment for children from families who may otherwise struggle to afford advanced cardiac healthcare.
6. Delhi CM Rekha Gupta donates blood at camp marking PM Modi’s birthday
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta donated blood at a mega camp at Thyagaraj Stadium on Thursday to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 76th birthday. Union Minister Harsh Malhotra and Delhi ministers also participated. The camp aims to collect 2,500 units of blood as part of the celebrations.
7. Tamil Nadu Congress leaders spar over TVK alliance, Rahul Gandhi’s PM bid
A fresh disagreement has emerged among Tamil Nadu Congress leaders over the party’s alliance with TVK. Former TNCC chief K Selvaperunthagai said alliance partners should openly support Rahul Gandhi as PM candidate, while Rajya Sabha MP Praveen Chakravarty said the alliance remained strong.
8. Two Rajya Sabha MPs get special invite to FCRA Bill panel
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has nominated Rajya Sabha MPs Javed Ali Khan and James Pangsang Kongkal Sangma as special invitees to the Joint Parliamentary Committee examining the FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026. The move is considered rare, as non-members can attend panel proceedings but cannot address or sit on it.
9. Myanmar camp case: US national seeks default bail after UAPA not invoked
US national Matthew VanDyke has moved a Delhi court seeking default bail in the Myanmar training camp case after the NIA’s chargesheet did not invoke UAPA provisions against him. The court has sought the agency’s response, while the NIA said its investigation remains ongoing.
10.Disha Salian case: Father sends Rs 500 crore notice to Aaditya Thackeray, Deshmukh
Satish Salian, father of Sushant Singh Rajput’s former manager Disha Salian, has issued a Rs 500 crore legal notice to Aaditya Thackeray and Anil Deshmukh. The notice alleges they portrayed his pursuit of justice as politically motivated. Thackeray has denied links to Disha and called the allegations baseless.
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