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Images/Agencies Madhya Pradesh high court has recognised the disputed Bhojshala complex as a temple dedicated to Goddess Vagdevi while directing the ASI to retain administrative control.Opposition parties have criticised the Centre over the latest fuel price hike, accusing the government of burdening consumers amid rising inflation concerns.India and the UAE have signed key agreements on defence, energy and infrastructure during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Abu Dhabi.Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran has ‘received messages’ from the United States seeking the continuation of talks.For the first time in IPL history, all the 10 teams have at least a player who has scored a century after Virat Kohli completed his 9th IPL century for RCB against KKR in Raipur.Here are the top 5 stories of the day: MP high court recognises Bhojshala as Saraswati templeMadhya Pradesh high court has recognised the disputed Bhojshala complex in Dhar as a temple associated with Goddess Vagdevi, also known as Saraswati. The court observed that Hindu worship at the site had continued over time and suggested that the Centre may consider bringing back the idol currently housed in the British Museum. While the ASI will continue to administer the site, the court also said Muslim groups may seek alternative land for a mosque. Read full story Opposition attacks Centre over fuel price hikeOpposition parties sharply criticised the Centre after petrol and diesel prices were raised by Rs 3 per litre across the country. Congress and the Trinamool Congress accused the government of increasing the burden on consumers following the end of assembly elections, warning that the move could worsen inflation and slow economic growth. The hike comes amid rising global crude oil prices linked to tensions in West Asia and disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz. Read full story India and UAE sign major energy and defence agreementsIndia and the United Arab Emirates signed several agreements during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Abu Dhabi, including deals on strategic petroleum reserves, LPG supplies and defence cooperation. The visit also saw investment commitments worth $5 billion for Indian infrastructure and financial projects. The agreements come at a time when India is seeking to strengthen energy security amid global crude oil volatility and regional tensions. Read full storyIran says it received fresh US messages to continue talks amid shaky ceasefireIranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said that Tehran has received fresh messages from the United States expressing willingness to continue diplomatic engagement despite recent tensions over Iran’s proposal on ending hostilities. Speaking in New Delhi during the BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting, Araghchi said Iran has ‘no trust in Americans’ but is trying to preserve the ‘very shaky’ ceasefire to give diplomacy a chance. Read full story IPL 2026 creates history as all 10 teams register at least one centurion for first timeThe 2026 season of the Indian Premier League has become the first in the tournament’s history where all 10 franchises have produced at least one centurion. The milestone was achieved after Virat Kohli scored his ninth IPL century for Royal Challengers Bengaluru against Kolkata Knight Riders in Raipur. From teenage batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to veterans including Kohli and Quinton de Kock, players across all franchises have crossed the three-figure mark in a record-breaking season. 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