A 57-year-old tailor was among the nine people who died in an accidental blast at a police station in Nowgam on the outskirts of Srinagar.

Despite Lalu Prasad Yadav’s physical absence from the Bihar election campaign, his legacy profoundly shaped the results. The NDA successfully leveraged the ‘jungle raj’ narrative, resonating with voters seeking stability. While the RJD retained its core support, its broader appeal diminished, highlighting the enduring, albeit complex, influence of Lalu’s historical impact on Bihar’s political landscape.

Earlier this year, it was reported that New Delhi and Jakarta were working to conclude a $450 million worth ‘BrahMos missile’ deal.