Evening news wrap: Operation Sindoor commander Jeetendra Mishra picked as Ram temple Trust CEO; Nepal seeks flood compensation from India, US and China, and more | India News
- Retired Air Marshal
Jeetendra Mishra , who commanded air operations duringOperation Sindoor , has been selected as the first CEO of theRam temple Trust . - Nepal is seeking
climate-related compensation from India, the US and China after deadly floods, saying major emitters have a historical responsibility toward vulnerable nations. - The Centre issued FAQs explaining the methodology behind the 7.8% GDP growth estimate after Congress questioned the credibility of the latest figures.
- Savarkar’s grandnephew Satyaki told a Pune court that V D Savarkar never hated Muslims and accused Rahul Gandhi of portraying him as an extreme hater.
- Trump aides are pushing to keep the Iran war contained until the November midterm elections, while the US increases economic pressure on Tehran.
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Operation Sindoor commander Jeetendra Mishra to be Ram temple Trust’s first CEO
Retired Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra, who played a key role in commanding air operations during Operation Sindoor, has been selected as the first CEO of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. Mishra retired in April 2026 and was awarded the Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medal for his service during the operation. As CEO, he is likely to oversee the Trust’s administration, pilgrim facilities, finances and staff coordination. Read full story
Nepal seeks climate compensation from major emitters after deadly floods
Nepal has launched a diplomatic push seeking climate-related compensation from India, the US and China following devastating flash floods. Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal said Nepal contributes negligible emissions but faces severe climate impacts, including glacier melt and extreme disasters. He said the country was seeking “justice and compensation” rather than aid and has also approached the Loss and Damage fund for urgent financial assistance. Read full story
Centre explains GDP methodology after opposition raises questions over growth data
The Centre issued FAQs to clarify the methodology behind India’s 7.8% GDP growth in Q1 FY27. MoSPI explained issues including double deflation, GDP deflator differences, revisions, statistical discrepancies and the new 2022-23 base year. The government rejected claims that revisions were made to boost growth and said the latest estimates may be revised as more data becomes available.
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Savarkar’s grandnephew rejects Rahul Gandhi’s portrayal in defamation case
Satyaki Savarkar told a special court in Pune that V D Savarkar “never hated Muslims” and had written about ways for their progress. He alleged Rahul Gandhi portrayed Savarkar as an “extreme hater of Muslims” through remarks allegedly made in London in 2023. A 2004 interview of Gopal Godse, Nathuram Godse’s brother, was also submitted during the proceedings.Read full story
Trump aides seek to contain Iran conflict ahead of November vote
Top aides to US President Donald Trump are pushing to prevent the Iran war from escalating before the November 3 midterm elections, Reuters reported. The administration is focusing on economic pressure to secure concessions from Iran, while renewed strikes threaten to derail the strategy. Military readiness and depleted munitions stockpiles are also constraining US options, while Gulf allies are urging Washington to de-escalate. Read full story
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