The collected sources provide a snapshot of recent significant developments in India, encompassing domestic reforms, international relations, and major national events. Key domestic issues include the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA)’s plan to modernize private pension investments by allowing access to new asset classes, and the Supreme Court’s consideration of decriminalizing defamation to protect press freedom. On the international front, the sources highlight India's evolving diplomatic ties, noting a meeting between the External Affairs Minister and the U.S. Special Envoy amid trade tensions, and the anticipation of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's visit to build on a new free trade agreement. Additionally, the texts cover significant cultural and political activity, such as the RSS's upcoming centenary campaign and Prime Minister Modi's development initiatives in the North-East, alongside dramatic events like a security breach at an airport and a controversial incident during an India-Pakistan cricket match.

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