CBI chargesheeted thirteen accused, including NTA experts, for allegedly leaking NEET-UG 2026 papers. India rejected US criticism of FCRA amendments, stating Parliament will decide the matter. Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey signed a mutual defence pact, which India is closely following. Prime Minister Modi advised NDA MPs to avoid Lutyens’ Delhi and house anxiety. A meeting between Sukhbir Badal and PM Modi sparked reunion talks for BJP-SAD.