The Delhi High Court has permitted students of Delhi Public School, Dwarka, to continue attending classes despite their names being struck off for non-payment of increased fees. Justice Vikas Mahajan ruled that students must pay 50% of the hiked fees for the academic years 2024-25 and beyond. The dispute arose after parents received notifications about expulsion due to fee hikes from ₹7,000 to ₹9,000. Parents alleged coercive collection methods and demanded audits of the school's finances. The court's decision allows students to remain in class while the case is pending.

A hiking trip in the Adirondacks took a bizarre turn when two men called 911, claiming their friend had died on the trail. Upon rescue, officials discovered the men were under the influence of psychedelic mushrooms and their friend was actually alive. The forest rangers found the duo in an altered mental state, leading to a confused reunion rather than a tragic recovery. Instead of a funeral, the situation ended with an ambulance call for the two men who mistook their experience for a tragedy.

The ongoing power struggle between Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar intensified over the transfer of five senior engineers. Shivakumar, who oversees the Water Resources portfolio, objected to the transfers made without his consent, citing a prior agreement that required his approval for such decisions. This incident highlights the growing friction between the two leaders, who have previously clashed over budget allocations and appointments. The chief secretary has yet to respond to Shivakumar's directive to withdraw the transfer orders, raising questions about the future dynamics between their offices.

At the CII Annual Business Summit 2025, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reaffirmed India's firm stance on Pakistan, emphasizing that future dialogues will focus solely on terrorism and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). He expressed solidarity with the people of PoK, asserting their integral connection to India. Singh highlighted the costs Pakistan faces for sponsoring terrorism and praised the success of indigenous defense initiatives, particularly during Operation Sindoor, which targeted terror infrastructure. Prime Minister Modi echoed this hardline approach, stating there would be no talks or trade with Pakistan unless it ceases its terror activities.