4th July: HC rejects Idgah plea; ₹1.05L cr defence deals cleared; China protests Rijiju remark
UPDATED: Jul 5, 2025 00:16 IST
On News at 7, this 4th July, Jamshed Qamar Siddiqui brings you the day's most crucial headlines. Allahabad High Court rejects Hindu side's plea to label Mathura's Shahi Idgah mosque as 'disputed structure' in Krishna Janmabhoomi case. Defence Ministry clears ₹1.05 lakh crore indigenous military deals, including missiles, EW systems, and recovery vehicles. China objects to Indian Minister Kiren Rijiju's remark that the Dalai Lama should choose his own successor, warning it could impact India-China ties.
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