<h1>Political Tensions Rise as Opposition Challenges Government's Claims on Kashmir, Poverty, and National Progress</h1> Political and social news highlights from India include: Opposition party criticizes government on multiple fronts, including claims about peace in Kashmir and poverty reduction. A UN report indicates India's population reaching 1.46 billion with declining fertility rates. Tragic incidents reported include a fire in Delhi killing a father and two children, ongoing protests in Manipur, and a landslide in Sikkim. International news covers Pakistani budget preparations and challenges faced by Indian students in the United States.