Hamas partially accepted President Trump’s peace plan for Gaza, expressing readiness for immediate talks on hostage release and ending the conflict. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu also prepared to implement the plan’s first stage. The proposal outlines a deradicalized Gaza, technocratic governance, and a pathway to Palestinian self-determination, with Trump overseeing redevelopment efforts.

Bareilly authorities conducted demolition and anti-encroachment drives following recent clashes. Raza Palace, a marriage hall, was demolished for building norm violations, and a house allegedly sheltering Maulana Tauqeer Raza during the violence was sealed. Unauthorized shop and house extensions were also removed in Sailani.

Prime Minister Modi inaugurated significant education and skilling projects in Bihar, including the Jan Nayak Karpoori Thakur Skill University. He subtly criticized Rahul Gandhi over the ‘Jan Nayak’ title and launched PM-SETU worth Rs 60,000 crore, alongside other youth-centric initiatives, while blaming previous RJD rule for educational woes.