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Fresh details have emerged in the Davanagere double suicide case, where newlywed Harish died by suicide 45 days after marriage, leaving behind a death note alleging harassment and threats by his wife and her family following her alleged elopement.

On UGC guidelines, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said, "There will be no discrimination, no one can misuse the law."

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hailed DRDO's role in India's self-reliance, highlighting Operation Sindoor's success. He urged scientists to innovate, reduce development time, and collaborate with industry to boost defence exports.

A fatal road accident was caught on CCTV on NH-93 in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, where a speeding Hyundai i10 rammed into a parked Kia Carens outside a restaurant. One young man died on the spot, while five others were seriously injured.

TDP's Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu said the party raised three national and five Andhra Pradesh-related issues at the all-party meeting. Key topics for discussion include India's FTAs, a social media ban for under-16s, and the Amaravati capital bill.

MMRDA defended the Mira Road flyover's design, clarifying the 4-to-2 lane transition is not a flaw. It's a deliberate choice based on road width and planned future extension to Bhayander West, aimed at easing traffic in the region.

Members of the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) conducted a peaceful nationwide one-day strike. The primary demand is for a five-day work week. While branch services were affected, ATMs and digital banking remained operational for customers.

Delhi-NCR received drizzle and light rain, providing marginal relief from pollution. Earlier on Friday, a rain shower improved the Air Quality Index to 242. The IMD has forecast temperature changes and foggy conditions for the coming days.

IMD forecasts widespread rain and snow in Himachal Pradesh, with heavy falls in high hills. Gondla received 22 cm of snow. A weather warning is in effect for districts like Chamba and Kullu for heavy rain, snow, and gusty winds.

Karnataka Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao slammed the Centre's new VB-G RAM G Act, demanding its repeal. The Congress protested the bill, arguing it dilutes MGNREGA and removes powers from the Gram Panchayat. Dy CM DK Shivakumar questioned its feasibility.