#WATCH | Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Flags In Shaurya Vijay Yatra at Kargil War Memorial, Drass

Karnataka's former Chief Minister and Congress leader Siddaramaiah on Sunday announced that he will not contest the 2028 Assembly elections, saying the political arena has become “corrupted" and that advancing age and declining health have influenced his decision.

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#MintLongStory | India's student protests over the NEET paper leak became a rallying cry against a deeper crisis: rising aspirations, weak education outcomes and too few quality jobs. Despite rapid economic growth, India has the highest youth unemployment among major emerging markets, exposing the gap between demographic promise and opportunity. Today's Long Story examines why growth isn't translating into jobs, how Gen Z mobilized a nationwide movement, and what policymakers must do to avoid squandering India's demographic dividend.

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By Payal Bhattacharya, Rupanjal Chauhan, Pragya Srivastava

📈 Market Opening | Benchmarks Open Higher

Sensex surged 571.51 points (0.75%) to 76,631.28, while Nifty gained 174.85 points (0.74%) to 23,942.30 in early trade today.

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#ICYMI | Reasi, J&K: Salal Power Station in Reasi was illuminated in the colours of the Tricolour on the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas as a mark of respect and gratitude to the brave soldiers who laid down their lives during the 1999 Kargil War.

The illumination served as a reminder of the supreme sacrifices made by the Indian Armed Forces in safeguarding the country’s sovereignty.

#WATCH | Speaking in Hyderabad, RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat said LGBTQ+ individuals have always existed in society and should not be treated with a sense of inferiority. He said Indian traditions acknowledged their existence and ensured they had a place within the broader social fabric.

#WATCH | Delhi | Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra says, "AK-47, pellet guns! Are these terrorists? They have again registered FIRs against the students in Bihar and Bengal. They have not left their habits. I have heard, though not verified, that parents of many girls are being threatened and questioned about how they sent their girls to take part in the protest. What does this mean? Can't girls in India take part in the protests?"

Lok Sabha Updates: Jitendra Singh Introduces Anti-Paper Leak Bill Amid Opposition Ruckus

Union Minister Jitendra Singh introduced on Monday the Bill to amend the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, proposing more stringent laws to address paper-leak incidents. The Bill was tabled around 12 pm, after the Lok Sabha resumed following adjournment amid ruckus by the Opposition. The legislation is expected to be debated for eight to 10 hours, with the NDA fielding Bansuri Swaraj and Tejasvi Surya to lead the discussion, as per reports.

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📈 Market Closing | Benchmarks End Strong

Sensex surged 785.16 points (1.03%) to close at 76,844.94, while Nifty climbed 228.50 points (0.96%) to settle at 23,995.95, ending the day with robust gains.

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#MintLongStory | While others made money producing generics by copying foreign discoveries, they bet on drug discovery in India, selling the family silver to fund their dreams. Now, after decades, they are seeing a payoff or within kissing distance of one. Read more: https://www.livemint.com/industry/india-drug-discovery-big-pharma-generics-innovation-11785148249277.html?utm_source=social&utm_medium=soc_X&utm_campaign=soc_11780474541424