A Midday Update: Wrestling Stars Meet Rahul Gandhi, President Murmu's Inauguration, And More

The top stories at 1 pm include wrestlers Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat meeting Rahul Gandhi, President Murmu inaugurating Vishwashanti Buddha Vihar, allegations by BJP's Ram Madhav against NC and PDP, Kapil Sibal's comments on a student's killing, and positive growth in India's services sector activity. Other updates include judicial developments and PM Modi’s diplomatic visits.

Wrestling stars Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat sparked speculation by meeting former Congress president Rahul Gandhi, hinting at potential political ambitions in Haryana.

President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the Vishwashanti Buddha Vihar in Latur, Maharashtra, bringing attention to regional cultural developments.

BJP’s Ram Madhav accused NC and PDP in J-K of aligning with ex-militants for electoral gains, emphasizing ongoing political tensions in the region.