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India's RBI holds repo rate steady while projecting 6.9% GDP growth; activist Sonam Wangchuk forcibly hospitalized after a 20-day hunger strike over Ladakh concerns.
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RBI Holds Repo Rate; GDP Growth Projected at 6.9%
The Reserve Bank of India kept the repo rate unchanged while forecasting real GDP growth of 6.9% for the current fiscal year, signaling steady monetary policy amid economic conditions.
India Raises Cross-Border Terror Threat at US Talks
India flagged cross-border terrorism concerns during discussions with the United States, highlighting security challenges in the region.
Election Commission Launches Credibility Offensive After SIR Row
Following controversy over the Supplementary Incidental Report, India's Election Commission initiated a credibility campaign to address public concerns.
Chief Justice Launches Tree Plantation Drive Across Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh
India's Chief Justice of India initiated a major environmental initiative planting trees across Punjab, Haryana, and the Union Territory of Chandigarh.
PM Modi's Jalandhar Visit Signals India's Growing Confidence
Prime Minister Modi's visit to Jalandhar was highlighted as reflecting India's growing confidence in building the nation's future.
Sonam Wangchuk Forcibly Hospitalized After 20-Day Hunger Strike
Activist Sonam Wangchuk was forcibly taken to hospital after conducting a 20-day hunger strike; his doctor disputed official medical reports citing potassium deficiency as suspicious.
All-Party Meet to Address Sonam Wangchuk Fast and Ram Mandir Row
Parliament scheduled an all-party meeting to discuss the ongoing activist hunger strike and related Ram Mandir controversy.
India Achieves Milestone with First Private-Sector Orbital Rocket
India launched its first privately-developed orbital rocket, marking a significant advancement in the nation's commercial space sector.
Skyroot's Vikram-1 Rocket Carries Diamond Flower Payload
India's first private space rocket, Vikram-1 by Skyroot, successfully carried a diamond flower as part of its historic orbital mission.
Blast at Illegal Ahmedabad Firecracker Factory Kills 8
An explosion inside an illegal firecracker factory in Ahmedabad resulted in 8 deaths and 9 injuries, highlighting safety violations in unregulated manufacturing.
Indian Junior Men's Hockey Team Concludes Belgium Tour Successfully
India's junior men's hockey team completed its Belgium tour with coach Frederic Soyez noting the team is moving in the right direction.
Cricketer Yastika Bhatia Turns Setbacks into Motivation
Indian cricketer Yastika Bhatia spoke about using setbacks as fuel to return stronger, reflecting on her resilience in the sport.