Taking the battle to the enemy’s camp, Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor on Saturday hit the campaign trail from Raghopur, the home turf of RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, whom he vowed to trounce like “Rahul Gandhi’s defeat in Amethi”.

India is upgrading its Kabul mission to a full embassy, signaling a significant diplomatic shift during Taliban Foreign Minister Muttaqi’s visit. This move, without formal recognition, aims to enhance regional stability and counter terrorism. Muttaqi also strongly condemned Pakistan’s alleged bombing of civilian areas in Afghanistan, highlighting a growing rift between Kabul and Islamabad.

PM Modi congratulated N Chandrababu Naidu on completing 15 years as Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister, praising his futuristic vision and commitment to good governance.