- PM Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin are set to hold bilateral talks on Friday, with Su-57 fighter jets, nuclear power projects, trade, financial cooperation and US sanctions expected to feature prominently.
- Two men were detained at PM Modi’s Mumbai event after one was found carrying a gun while another allegedly claimed to be a PMO official, triggering a security alert.
- The Allahabad HC, quashing Akriti Chaudhary’s NSA detention, warned that errant bureaucrats could create an ‘Orwellian dystopia’ in UP, stressing that civil servants’ loyalty belongs to the Constitution, not the political executive.
- Union minister Kiren Rijiju questioned Rahul Gandhi’s decision to target HM Amit Shah over the killing of a Manipuri musician, asking why the BJP was being brought into the matter.
- The NIA has chargesheeted a US citizen and six Ukrainians in a terror conspiracy case, alleging efforts to train anti-India forces.
Here are the top 5 stories of the day:
Modi-Putin talks: Su-57s, nuclear power & US sanctions on agenda
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian president Vladimir Putin are scheduled to hold bilateral talks on Friday, ahead of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi. Discussions are expected to cover defence cooperation, including Russia’s Su-57 fighter jets, new nuclear power plants, trade and financial mechanisms. Moscow has also welcomed India’s willingness to support efforts toward a peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict. Read full story.
Security scare at PM Modi’s Mumbai event
A security scare occurred at Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s event at Mumbai’s Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) after two men were detained. One was allegedly carrying a gun, while the other reportedly claimed links to the Prime Minister’s Office. The Mumbai Crime Branch is investigating into the matter. PM Modi is scheduled to attend and inaugurate the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2026 in Mumbai on Tuesday. A security scare occurred at Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s event at Mumbai’s Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) after two men were detained. One was allegedly carrying a gun, while the other reportedly claimed links to the Prime Minister’s Office. The Mumbai Crime Branch is investigating. Modi is scheduled to attend and inaugurate the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2026 in Mumbai. Read full story.
Allahabad HC warns against official excesses
The Allahabad High Court, while detailing its decision to quash Delhi University student activist Akriti Chaudhary’s NSA detention, warned that errant bureaucrats could turn Uttar Pradesh into an “Orwellian dystopia.” In its 15-page order, the court sharply criticised the Gautam Budh Nagar administration and police for invoking the stringent law without adequate material, and awarded Chaudhary Rs 5 lakh compensation. Read full story.
Rijiju hits back at Rahul over Manipur killing
Union minister Kiren Rijiju hit out at Rahul Gandhi after the Congress leader targeted home minister Amit Shah over the murder of a Manipuri musician. Rijiju questioned the decision to bring the BJP into the controversy, as the political sparring intensified over the handling of the case and responsibility for the situation in Manipur.
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NIA chargesheets US citizen, six Ukrainians
The National Investigation Agency has chargesheeted a US citizen and six Ukrainian nationals in a terror conspiracy case. The agency alleges that the accused were involved in efforts to train anti-India forces. The development comes as investigators pursue the broader conspiracy and examine the alleged international links behind the activities. Read full story.
