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Two minors have been detained by police in Delhi for allegedly strangling a 13-year-old to death.

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have agreed to enhance cooperation in science, technology, innovation, and digitalization. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and Prime Minister Narendra Modi are committed to driving their relationship forward through these sectors. Both nations will further expand and promote collaboration in core technology areas such as navigation, artificial intelligence, and communication technology. This agreement aims to drive the development of their relationship. These projects are targeted in sectors including infrastructure, renewable energy, pharmaceuticals, and high technology. India's Minister of Science and Technology, Jitendra Singh, held bilateral talks with Vietnamese Minister Dr. Vũ Hải Cường in New Delhi.

Indian President Rupali Murmu hosted a high-level state banquet at the Vice President's House in New Delhi. President Narendra Modi co-hosted the event. Prime Minister Tran Lam held talks with President Modi during the proceedings.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Vietnamese President To Lam held discussions in a warm and friendly atmosphere on Wednesday afternoon. The leaders reviewed all aspects of bilateral relations and exchanged views on regional and global issues.

The Prime Minister, identified as Toram, arrived in India this afternoon and delivered a policy speech. The speech, commemorating ten years of comprehensive strategic partnership, focused on cooperative development in human resources, science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation. Modi's address aimed to review cooperation and set future directions. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral relations between the two nations. Cooperation is expected to continue in education, training, naval affairs, UN peacekeeping, and strategic research exchange. The Indian Defense Minister noted the bilateral defense cooperation relationship. Vietnam expressed a desire to strengthen ties with India, describing the nation as a close friend.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced that India will hold the presidency of Vietnam. The announcement was made via a personal message from the Prime Minister. No specific dates or terms for the presidency were provided in the report.

During an official visit, the Vietnamese President and his delegation visited the Mahathir Gandhi Memorial to honor India's national hero. On the final morning of the visit, the President and his delegation paid respects at the Ho Chi Minh statue in New Delhi.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated in social media posts that new projects will enhance connectivity and improve operational efficiency. He noted these developments will boost India's infrastructure and economic growth.

President Donald Trump announced that Project Freedom, an initiative to escort ships stuck in the Strait of Hormuz, will be suspended for a period. The transcript confirms President Trump's announcement to pause the Strait of Hormuz escort plan, citing potential agreements with Iran and referencing China's actions. The RTHK Radio 1 Cantonese transcript mentions President Trump pausing a plan related to the Strait of Hormuz to observe potential agreements with Iran, but does not provide further details on the plan itself. The United States has paused its plan to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions with Iran. Following reports of Iran's Foreign Minister Al-Araghi's visit to Beijing and discussions on regional stability, US President Trump reportedly reversed a decision to pause the Strait of Hormuz escort plan.

Minister Dharmendra Pradhan is set to launch the School Management Committee (SMC) Guidelines 2026. The guidelines are being launched under the NIPUN Bharat Mission to improve foundational literacy and numeracy among children.