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A CISF jawan has been arrested in West Burdwan's Kulti for allegedly molesting a 10-year-old girl after luring her with mangoes near a CISF camp in Sitalpur. The child informed her family, who filed a complaint, after which police arrested the accused. He has been suspended and booked under the POCSO Act.

The closure has sharply reduced global oil supply, leading to record inventory drawdowns and an estimated multi-million barrel per day supply loss. The market is now facing a significant oil deficit and pushing Brent prices above $100 in recent trading, with WTI also surging.

Indian stock markets closed strongly higher, with the Sensex rising 639 points and Nifty gaining 194 points, driven by positive sentiment after the IndiaNew Zealand Free Trade Agreement was finalised. The deal removes or reduces tariffs on most bilateral trade, boosting investor confidence.

Iran's strength lies in asymmetric warfare. It leverages geographyparticularly the Strait of Hormuz and influence near the Bab el-Mandeb Straitto disrupt global energy flows and shipping. Through targeted strikes, proxy networks, and potential threats to undersea data cables.

Following the Reserve Bank of India action on Paytm Payments Bank, One97 Communications assured users that deposits are safe and will be returned due to sufficient liquidity. Core services like UPI, QR payments, and the Paytm app continue uninterrupted as they operate independently

Efforts to revive negotiations have stalled, with the US maintaining a naval blockade despite an extended ceasefire. Iran has indicated that talks depend on lifting the blockade, while continuing diplomatic outreach through countries like Pakistan, Oman, and Russia.

The bank clarified that AI is currently being used mainly to improve processes and transaction speed, not to replace jobs. Financially, Axis Bank posted a near-flat quarterly profit of 7,071 crore and declared a dividend of 1 per share for FY26.

Meta will track employee activity on work devices using a tool that records keystrokes, mouse movements and screen content to train AI models. Rolled out to US staff, the system cannot be opted out of, triggering backlash over surveillance, privacy concerns and fears that such data could eventually be used to replace workers.

Speaking at a rally in Panihati, he criticised the Trinamool Congress over women's safety and governance, alleging widespread atrocities and corruption. He also backed BJP candidate Swapna Debnath, the victim's mother, highlighting her personal struggle and promising strict action against those responsible.

Days after a public fallout with the Aam Aadmi Party over his removal as deputy leader in the Rajya Sabha, MP Raghav Chadha on Friday announced he will quit the Arvind Kejriwal-led party and join the Bharatiya Janata Party.

The Sensex dropped 982.71 points, or 1.27 per cent, to close at 76,681.29, while the Nifty declined 275.10 points, or 1.14 per cent, to settle at 23,897.95.

Adani Green Energy reported a strong Q4 FY26 performance, with net profit rising 34% year-on-year to 514 crore, supported by steady revenue growth and robust EBITDA. The company delivered solid operational results, driven by significant expansion in renewable energy capacity and higher power generation.

India strongly criticised remarks made by Donald Trump on citizenship and immigration, calling them uninformed, inappropriate and in poor tast, the comments do not reflect the reality of India-US relations, which are built on mutual respect and shared interests.

The platform benefits over 18,000 HT consumers by allowing them to log complaints, track status in real time, and receive SMS updateseliminating reliance on helplines or in-person visits. It features a ticketing system, direct communication with officials, and a centralised dashboard for monitoring.

Trump emphasized continued US control over the Strait of Hormuz to limit Iran's oil revenues and increase economic pressure. While acknowledging short-term economic effects, including rising fuel costs, he framed the strategy as necessary to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

Manoj Mukund Naravane, former Indian Army Chief, has rejected claims that the military lacked direction during the 2020 India-China standoff. Responding to remarks by Rahul Gandhi, he said the government's instruction to do what you think is right reflected trust, not absence of leadership.

Sensex was trading at 77,263, down 0.51 per cent or 400 points, while Nifty was down 0.41 per cent, or 100 points, in early trade amid panic selling in IT, financial and pharma stocks. However, support was seen in FMCG and chemical scrips.

The discussion reflects ongoing uncertainty in US foreign policy, influenced by Middle East conflicts, China strategy, and broader geopolitical shifts. While tactical engagement with Pakistan may continue, experts agree that the long-term US strategy