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A six-year-old's death in India following alleged teacher assault has sparked national outrage, while the RBI holds repo rates steady and projects 6.9% GDP growth for the fiscal year.
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Child Death Sparks National Outrage Over School Violence
A six-year-old student died following an alleged assault by his teacher, triggering widespread outrage across India and raising urgent questions about child safety in schools and teacher accountability.
RBI Holds Repo Rate Steady; GDP Growth Projected at 6.9%
The Reserve Bank of India kept the repo rate unchanged while projecting real GDP growth of 6.9% for the current fiscal year, signaling steady monetary policy amid economic conditions.
Sugar Prices Rise Sharply Across India
Sugar costs have increased significantly, affecting consumers and raising concerns about inflation in essential commodities.
PM Modi Highlights India as Global Growth Bright Spot
Prime Minister Modi emphasized India's political stability and economic resilience, positioning the country as a beacon of growth in the global economy.
VP Radhakrishnan Stresses Cultural Heritage Preservation
Vice President Radhakrishnan highlighted the importance of preserving India's cultural roots amid rapid modernization and social change.
BJP Expands Social Media Strategy to Instagram
India's ruling BJP party, having established dominance on WhatsApp and X, is now intensifying efforts to reach Gen Z voters through Instagram.
Indian Women's Hockey Team Draws 2-2 With China
India's women's hockey team opened the FIH World Cup 2026 with a 2-2 draw against China in a competitive match.
India Falls to Netherlands in Hockey World Cup
The Indian women's hockey team suffered a 0-2 defeat against defending champions Netherlands in the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026.
Teen and Parents Die Over iPhone EMI in Maharashtra
A tragic incident in Maharashtra claimed the lives of a teenager and their parents, linked to financial pressure over an iPhone installment payment, highlighting debt-related crises.
Hockey Jharkhand and Haryana Advance to Junior Championship Final
Hockey Jharkhand and Hockey Haryana secured final berths at the Junior Women National Championship, advancing through competitive regional rounds.
Rashtrapati Bhavan Retracts Bangladesh PM Visit Hint
The President's office initially hinted at a visit by Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman but subsequently retracted the statement, creating diplomatic ambiguity.