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The construction of a new building at GB Pant Hospital in Agartala, Tripura, is underway to accommodate more patients and enhance healthcare services in the state. The expansion is expected to be completed by 2027 and will address the limitations of patient space in some departments, improving access to quality medical care for the people of Tripura.

The United States held expert-level discussions with Russia and Ukraine in Riyadh, focusing on Black Sea security, maritime activity, and energy infrastructure protection. Both sides agreed to prevent the militarization of commercial vessels and implement prior agreements prohibiting attacks on energy facilities.

Amidst the ongoing controversy surrounding the Waqf Amendment Bill 2024, BJP MP Jagdambika Pal accused the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) of creating confusion among minorities. While Pal claims the bill aims to benefit underprivileged minorities, the AIMPLB views it as an attempt to undermine their rights and has announced nationwide protests.

The Punjab government has launched a new campaign, 'Yudh Nashian Virudh', to combat drug smuggling by focusing on precision strikes against major suppliers. Since the campaign's launch, over 3,957 drug smugglers have been arrested, and significant quantities of contraband, including 137.7 kg of heroin, have been recovered.

The Odisha legislative assembly witnessed the suspension of 12 Congress MLAs for protesting inside the well, leading to protests by Youth Congress workers and senior leaders who were denied entry to meet the suspended MLAs. The suspended MLAs continued their protest by sleeping in the assembly well.