PM Narendra Modi embarked on an official two day visit to Malaysia at the invitation of the Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Modi’s visit, his first foreign trip of 2026, is expected to focus on strengthening defence ties, economic cooperation, and expanding the comprehensive strategic partnership established in 2024. Pics/PTI

At least 18 people were killed in a massive explosion at an illegal coal mine in Meghalaya’s East Jaintia Hills, officials said, adding that the rescue efforts were underway and a probe has been launched against the illegal mining. Pics/PTI