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US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau says India and the US are close to signing a trade deal, but must clear a final hurdle to conclude talks.

Indian companies announced USD 1.1 billion in US investments at SelectUSA, spanning aerospace, defence, energy and AI, with about 1,500 jobs expected.

Telangana Minister Konda Surekha says BJP chants ‘Jai Sri Ram’ but fails to secure Centre funds; Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar calls it an attack on Hindutva.

A scooter fire near BSF Chowk in Jalandhar caused panic. Police cordoned off the area and are investigating claims of a blast-like sound. No injuries.