President Droupadi Murmu hosted a banquet in honour of Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font, emphasizing the strong partnership between India and Chile. The banquet highlighted the complementary political and economic priorities of the two countries, with President Murmu welcoming President Boric on his first State visit to India.
The Lok Sabha initiated discussions on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, incorporating suggestions made by the Joint Parliamentary Committee. The bill aims to enhance the administration and management of waqf properties in India, addressing shortcomings and leveraging technology for better governance.
A tragic incident occurred in Gujarat as a massive fire broke out at a firecracker godown, resulting in 21 casualties. The authorities confirmed that most of the deceased workers were from Madhya Pradesh, emphasizing the need for safety measures in such establishments.