Top Stories at 9 PM: Key Highlights from Nation and Beyond

The top stories at 9 PM range from PM Modi's apology for Shivaji Maharaj statue collapse to the political transitions in Jharkhand and Manipur. Highlighted events include Jaishankar's statement on Pakistan dialogue, Mamata Banerjee's letter to PM Modi for stringent laws on heinous crimes, and India's economic growth slowdown.

At 9 PM, India's top stories include a public apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding the collapse of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's statue in Maharashtra, adding fuel to the opposition's arsenal against the Mahayuti government ahead of assembly polls.

Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren joined the BJP after exiting the JMM due to dissatisfaction with its leadership. Meanwhile, Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh, in an exclusive interview, promised the full restoration of peace within six months.

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stated that the 'era of uninterrupted dialogue' with Pakistan is over, reflecting New Delhi's assertive policy stance.