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Toll collection on National Highways in India reached a record Rs 61,500 crore in FY25, a 10% rise from the previous year. Additionally, Indian Railways reported its highest earnings of Rs 2.7 lakh crore, transporting 1,617 million tonnes of freight and 735 crore passengers. The combined achievements signify substantial growth in India's infrastructure sectors.

Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin has strongly opposed the Waqf Amendment Bill, claiming it threatens religious harmony and minority rights. He plans to challenge the Bill in the Supreme Court. The DMK's loud opposition to the Bill seems to be a strategic political move ahead of the upcoming state assembly elections.

India urged BRICS nations to unite on the 'Baku to Belem Roadmap' for mobilising $1.3 trillion annually by 2035 to achieve climate goals. The country emphasized the need for strengthened climate finance mechanisms and highlighted the importance of collective action and shared responsibility among BRICS members.

Starting this summer, five new toy trains with Vistadome coaches will operate from Kalka to Shimla, enhancing the travel experience with large glass windows and roofs. The plan aims to meet the growing demand, offering picturesque views of Himachal Pradesh's hills and forests.

A 46-year-old banker from Navi Mumbai was forced to return from his holiday early due to calls from the police regarding his witness statement in a defamation case against comedian Kunal Kamra. The case involves Kamra's video that allegedly defamed Maharashtra's deputy CM, leading to an FIR.