Evening news wrap NDA explores reviving women’s quota bill amid opposition defections and political churn.Rahul Gandhi attacks Telegram ban, says govt is targeting students instead of paper leak mafias.Akhilesh Yadav rejects SP split claims, accuses BJP of engineering defections.Trump’s “I’m the boss” joke draws laughter from leaders at the G7 summit.Trump warns Iran deal is not final despite G7 backing, says military action remains an option.Here are the top stories of the day:NDA eyes fresh push for women’s quota bill amid opposition turmoilThe NDA is exploring a renewed push for the women’s reservation bill in Parliament, banking on possible opposition defections and shifting political equations. The move comes amid turmoil within opposition parties, including the Shiv Sena (UBT) and Trinamool Congress. 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- NDA explores reviving women’s quota bill amid
opposition defections and political churn. - Rahul Gandhi attacks Telegram ban, says govt is targeting students instead of paper leak mafias.
- Akhilesh Yadav rejects SP split claims, accuses BJP of engineering defections.
- Trump’s “I’m the boss” joke draws laughter from leaders at the G7 summit.
- Trump warns Iran deal is not final despite G7 backing, says military action remains an option.
Here are the top stories of the day:
NDA eyes fresh push for women’s quota bill amid opposition turmoil
The NDA is exploring a renewed push for the women’s reservation bill in Parliament, banking on possible opposition defections and shifting political equations. The move comes amid turmoil within opposition parties, including the Shiv Sena (UBT) and Trinamool Congress. Read full story
Rahul Gandhi slams Telegram ban ahead of NEET re-test, targets centre
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticised the Centre’s temporary ban on Telegram ahead of the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination, calling it a misguided attempt to tackle paper leaks. Ahead of his “Chhatron Ki Goonj” rally in Kota, Gandhi accused the government of targeting students instead of cracking down on examination leak networks. Read full story
Akhilesh rejects split claims, accuses BJP of engineering defections
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav dismissed Uttar Pradesh minister Om Prakash Rajbhar’s claim that the SP is headed for a major split, accusing the BJP of repeatedly engineering defections in opposition parties. Yadav said the BJP had previously poached SP legislators and leaders but insisted his party remained strong and prepared for future challenges. Read full story
Donald Trump’s ‘I’m the boss’ joke draws laughter at G7 summit
US President Donald Trump provided a light-hearted moment at the G7 summit in France after arriving late to a key leaders’ meeting and jokingly declaring, “I’m the boss.” The remark drew laughter from fellow leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, before discussions began. Read full story
Trump warns Iran deal could collapse despite G7 backing
US President Donald Trump said the memorandum of understanding with Iran is not yet finalised and warned that military action could resume if he is dissatisfied with the final agreement. Speaking at the G7 summit, Trump rejected reports of a $300 billion US investment fund linked to the deal. Read full story