Political sparring intensifies as the BJP accuses Rahul Gandhi of echoing Pakistan’s Rafale narrative. Meanwhile, Iran has extended an invitation to Prime Minister Modi for late Ayatollah Khamenei’s funeral ceremonies. In Kolkata, a warehouse collapse tragically claimed three lives, though 21 were rescued. Indian markets saw a significant surge, driven by global cues and trade optimism. On a brighter note, young cricketer Ashirvad Sooryavanshi impressed with a remarkable 168-run century.