Despite escalating trade tensions, a top US official expressed optimism about the future of US-India relations. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent highlighted the strong bond between President Trump and Prime Minister Modi. While dismissing the possibility of the rupee becoming a global reserve currency, India has initiated export promotion programs in 40 key markets.

leader Rahul Gandhi continues his Yatra from Darbhanga to Muzaffarpur, BiharCongress leader Rahul Gandhi continues his Yatra, taking the fight to the streets with a campaign focused on voter rights, democracy, and electoral reform. The yatra comes at a crucial time with the 2025 Lok Sabha elections on the horizon, sparking a fierce political face-off between the Congress Party and BJP.In today’s coverage, we track Rahul Gandhi’s speeches, the public response, and the Congress strategy to position itself as the defender of democracy and electoral rights. With BJP attacking Congress for what it calls “political drama” and the INDIA bloc rallying behind Rahul Gandhi, the Voter Adhikar Yatra has become one of the most watched political developments of the season. n18oc_indiaNews18 Mobile App – https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

Controversy erupts in Karnataka over the invitation to Booker Prize winner Banu Mushtaq for the Mysore Dasra festivities. The BJP claims it undermines Hindu sentiments, while the state government defends it as a cultural celebration open to all. Tensions rise as royal family member Yaduvir Vadyar voices concerns over the invite. n18oc_india