Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina returned to New Delhi on Friday for a two-day State visit, less than two weeks after attending Prime Minister Narendra Modi's swearing-in ceremony. She met with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and is scheduled to hold a bilateral meeting with PM Modi on Saturday. Discussions will cover defence, connectivity, infrastructure, power and energy cooperation, trade, economic partnership, development cooperation, river water-sharing, and cultural ties. A defence pact and financial package are expected, along with a rail transit agreement. This visit is the first by a foreign leader since the formation of the new Indian government following the Lok Sabha elections.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will campaign for Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi in Wayanad. This decision follows a meeting between Banerjee and veteran Congress leader P Chidambaram in Kolkata. The move signals a thaw in relations between Banerjee and the Congress, despite past tensions. Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, known for his criticism of Banerjee, also softened his stance, calling their differences "purely political." Banerjee's support comes after discussions on opposition unity and could strengthen ties within the INDIA coalition.

Following Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha's claims linking the NEET paper leak suspect to RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, RJD retaliated with a photo showing accused Amit Anand with Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary. RJD alleged Choudhary deleted photos with Anand. Sinha asserted the suspect arranged accommodations for the prime accused, Sikander Prasad Yadvendu. RJD dismissed Sinha's accusations as diversion tactics, demanding a thorough probe into NEET-UG 2024 irregularities affecting 24 lakh candidates. The controversy continues amidst calls to cancel the exam over alleged leaks.

The Delhi High Court has temporarily halted Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's bail granted by a lower court in a money laundering case related to a defunct excise policy. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) contested the bail order, asserting they were not given adequate opportunity to present their case. Additional Solicitor General SV Raju criticized the trial court's handling, claiming the judge hurriedly disposed of the matter without fully reviewing the evidence. Kejriwal, arrested in March, will remain in custody pending further High Court proceedings amid ongoing legal challenges.

In a setback for Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, the Delhi High Court has put his bail on hold in the liquor policy money laundering case. This follows a challenge by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) arguing that it wasn't given a fair chance to present its case. The vacation bench of Justices Sudhir Kumar Jain and Ravinder Dudeja ordered a stay on the trial court's bail decision until a detailed hearing can be conducted. Kejriwal will remain in custody until the High Court reviews the matter. AAP criticized the decision, accusing the government of judicial interference.

AAP leaders will welcome Arvind Kejriwal as he will exit Tihar jail today after getting bail in a Delhi liquor policy corruption case. The court ruled no evidence was presented against him. Before his release, AAP will protest Delhi’s severe water shortage amid a heatwave with temperatures over 50°C. Water Minister Atishi and Sunita Kejriwal will go to Raj Ghat, where Atishi will start an indefinite hunger strike. Atishi accused Haryana of blocking water to Delhi, affecting the Munak Canal and Wazirabad Barrage. She pleaded with Haryana to release water to help alleviate the crisis and provide relief to Delhi residents.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has been granted bail by the Rouse Avenue court in connection with the Delhi liquor policy scam. The court ordered a bail bond of Rs 1 Lakh, allowing Kejriwal to walk out of jail by 8:00 pm today. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) had sought a stay on the bail order, which was denied by the judge. Kejriwal, arrested on March 21, faced allegations related to money laundering. AAP leaders celebrated the decision, calling it a victory of truth, while opposition reactions were mixed. The ED plans to challenge the bail order in the Delhi High Court.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has been granted bail by a Delhi court in a money laundering case connected to a now-repealed excise policy. The Enforcement Directorate had arrested Kejriwal, alleging ties to illicit proceeds and co-accused, but the defense argued lack of evidence. Special Judge Niyay Bindu set bail at ₹1 lakh, rejecting ED's request for a 48-hour stay on the order. The court allowed Kejriwal's counsel to submit bail bonds, concluding a two-day hearing. The case centers on financial improprieties related to Delhi's alcohol regulation policy.

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi took a sharp dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, criticizing his handling of the UGC-NET cancellation and NEET controversy. Gandhi mocked claims of Modi's influence in international matters, saying, "Modi ji is credited with stopping the Ukraine war but can't stop paper leaks in India." He accused the BJP's parent organization of capturing the education system, leading to recurring exam leaks. Gandhi likened the situation to the adverse effects of demonetization on the economy and called for accountability and reform in the education sector.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) told the court that a "₹45 crore money trail has been traced" while seeking an extension of Arvind Kejriwal's judicial custody. The court extended Kejriwal's custody until July 3 in the money laundering case linked to the alleged excise scam. The ED arrested him on March 21, and he is currently lodged in Tihar jail. The investigation officer informed the court that "₹25 crore was part of the ₹100 crore money trail." The ED's counsel emphasized that "everything linked to the case has ultimately boiled down to Kejriwal's role."