The Union government has approved 19 major road and tunnel projects worth Rs 10,637 crore, including the Peer Ki Gali tunnel on the historic Mughal Road, which will enhance connectivity between Kashmir and Jammu. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah emphasized the tunnel's strategic and commercial importance, as it will provide all-weather access, overcoming winter closures. The project, which has been pursued since 2003, is seen as a significant achievement for the National Conference government. Other projects include the Sadhana Tunnel connecting Kupwara to Karnah, with plans for further developments in Gurez Valley.

A federal judge issued a second preliminary injunction allowing international students to attend Harvard University, countering the Trump administration's efforts to restrict their entry. Judge Allison Burroughs emphasized the importance of constitutional rights in her ruling. Despite the injunction, many international students still face challenges with visa issues and entry refusals. Harvard's president stated the university will not compromise its principles, while the institution develops plans to support affected students. The legal battle began when the Department of Homeland Security withdrew Harvard's certification to host foreign students.

US President Donald Trump announced a "complete and total ceasefire" between Israel and Iran, termed the "12-day War." The ceasefire is set to begin in approximately six hours, with Israel and Iran phasing in their cessation of hostilities over 24 hours. Trump congratulated both nations for their decision to end the conflict, which began with Israel's airstrikes on Iranian sites and escalated with retaliatory actions from Iran and US airstrikes. However, neither Israel nor Iran has confirmed the ceasefire.

In Maharashtra, the top 5% of urban families would need over 100 years of savings to buy a house in Mumbai, while in Haryana and Odisha, it would take over 50 years. The calculations are based on the average income and savings rates of these families compared to house prices in their respective capitals. Chandigarh is the most affordable capital, requiring only 15 years of savings for a similar house. Overall, in 10 out of 21 state capitals, it would take more than 30 years of savings to afford a house.