1. Ustad Zakir Hussain passes away: The tabla maestro died at 73 in a San Francisco hospital due to complications from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.

2. 'One Nation One Election' Bill deferred: The Union government has delayed the introduction of the constitutional amendment Bill for simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies.

3. No Central interference in Maharashtra Cabinet allocation: State BJP president Chandrashekhar Bawankule stated there was no friction between BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP-AP leadership.

4. Sri Lankan President's visit to India: President Anura Kumara Dissanayake held discussions with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and NSA Ajit Doval.

5. India thanks Moldova: India expressed appreciation for Moldova's support in evacuating Indian nationals from Ukraine during the conflict.

6. Bitcoin surges above $105,000: Bitcoin reached a record high, extending gains since Donald Trump's election as U.S. president.

7. BJD to abstain from no-confidence motion: The Biju Janata Dal decided not to support the no-confidence motion against Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar.

8. Shashi Tharoor clarifies on George Soros: Tharoor clarified his acquaintance with U.S. investor George Soros, stating it was in a social sense.

9. Morocco invites Indian defence companies: Morocco is positioning itself as a gateway for Indian defence exports to Africa and Europe.

10. Ram temple in Ayodhya wins safety award: The Ram temple project received the 'Sword of Honour' award from the British Safety Council.