The Trade Bridge Forged

Indian media's attention on July 24 continued its focus on the aftermath of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation, with reports detailing his discontent and speculation on his successor. A major new development emerged as the Supreme Court stayed the Bombay High Court's acquittal of 12 accused in the 2006 Mumbai train blasts case, though without ordering re-arrests. Concurrently, Enforcement Directorate raids on Anil Ambani-linked companies began making headlines. International news included a Russian passenger plane crash with no survivors and intensifying airstrikes between Thailand and Cambodia over a Hindu temple. However, the day's dominant narrative became Prime Minister Modi's UK visit, culminating in the historic signing of the Free Trade Agreement. This pact, Britain's largest since Brexit, promises cheaper imports like cars, whisky, and apparel for Indian consumers. Meanwhile, concerns over Bihar's electoral rolls and opposition protests also persisted.