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Deendayal Port Authority breaks own record with historic 7.83 lakh MT cargo handling in a single day
Kandla (Gujarat) | July 27, 2026 4:59:25 PM IST
Deendayal Port Authority Kandla has once again rewritten history by breaking its own National Record of the highest-ever single-day cargo handling, an official release said. ... read..


Uttarakhand CM honours meritorious students, highlights state's education initiatives
Roorkee (Uttarakhand) | July 27, 2026 4:59:22 PM IST
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday honoured meritorious students who excelled in the High School and Intermediate Board examinations at the Pratibha Samman Samaroh organised in Roorkee by Vidya Bharati Akhil Bharatiya Shikshan Sansth ... read..


"Even AK-47s were used in Bihar": Pawan Khera hits out at Govt over police action on student protesters, demands Home Minister's statement in Parliament
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 4:59:20 PM IST
Congress leader Pawan Khera on Monday pushed back against the Central Government over its handling of nationwide student demonstrations regarding exam paper leaks. ... read..


"Integrity of question paper setter biggest challenge for paper leaks": IIT Madras Director V Kamakoti
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | July 27, 2026 4:59:18 PM IST
IIT Madras Director V Kamakoti, a member of the high-powered task force for National Testing Agency (NTA) examination reforms, called the credibility of the question paper setter the biggest challenge for avoiding paper leaks. ... read..


Delhi HC orders Bar Council, police probe into alleged misuse of court process for extortion through unauthorized construction cases
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 4:30:02 PM IST
The Delhi High Court has directed the Bar Council of Delhi to conduct an inquiry against two lawyers and ordered the Delhi Police to investigate, including registration of an FIR if required, after observing prima facie material suggesting that the judici ... read..


SC notice to Centre on Kapil Sibal's plea on interpretation of anti-defection law
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 4:29:53 PM IST
The Supreme Court on Monday issued notice to the Centre on a PIL filed by Kapil Sibal challenging the interpretation of the Tenth Schedule to the Constitution that permits legislators to avoid disqualification under the anti-defection law by taking the ro ... read..


NIA raids two places in Bengal, Chhattisgarh in case linked to human trafficking of Indian citizens to Myanmar
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 4:29:46 PM IST
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday carried out searches at two places in West Bengal and Chhattisgarh in connection with a human trafficking and cyber fraud case focusing on an international network that illegally transferred Indian citizen ... read..


"Paper leak strikes Maharashtra again": Congress' Harshwardhan Sapkal alleges MPSC exam paper was circulated before test, accuses govt of inaction
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | July 27, 2026 3:29:39 PM IST
Maharashtra Congress President Harshwardhan Sapkal on Monday alleged fresh irregularities in the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) Drug Inspector recruitment examination, claiming that the question paper was circulated on WhatsApp before the ex ... read..


Lok Sabha adjourned till 5 pm, Speaker Birla calls for consensus on anti-paper leak Bill, offers 6-hour debate; RS adjourned till 3 pm
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 3:29:36 PM IST
Both Houses of Parliament on Monday faced a series of adjournments, amid a push for new legislative amendments aimed at curbing exam malpractices. ... read..


ED arrests ex-Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission chairman in corruption linked to state service examinations in 2020 and 2021
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 3:29:34 PM IST
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday said it has arrested Taman Singh Sonwani, the then Chairman of the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC), in the case relating to corruption, question-paper leak and manipulation of the CGPSC State Servi ... read..


NTKMA, GSI to launch seismic study in Trimbakeshwar; fresh landslide assessment planned ahead of Simhastha Kumbh 2027
Nashik (Mahrashtra) | July 27, 2026 3:29:23 PM IST
In a significant step towards strengthening disaster preparedness for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027, the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela Authority (NTKMA) and the Geological Survey of India (GSI) have finalised a roadmap for landslide mitigation and seism ... read..


Arvind Kejriwal announces 'National Town Hall' on E-20 issue; to hand over 2 lakh petitions to PM Modi
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 3:01:58 PM IST
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal announced a 'National Town Hall' to mobilise public support and declared his intent to hand over more than two lakh petitions to Prime Minister Narendra Modi next week. ... read..


"Until Amit Shah answers, we will continue our protest": Pawan Khera on July 20 student protest crackdown
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 3:01:56 PM IST
As the Opposition intensified its protest over the alleged police action on students during the July 20 'Sansad Chalo' march, Congress leader Pawan Khera on Monday asserted that the issue would continue to be raised in Parliament until Union Home Minister ... read..


State MPs to meet in Delhi over drought, seek Centre's support: Parameshwara: Karnataka DyCM G Parameshwara
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | July 27, 2026 3:01:52 PM IST
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara on Monday said Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has convened a meeting with the state's Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha MPs in Delhi to discuss the severe drought situation and seek the Centre's support for drought ma ... read..


"Are these terrorists?": Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Dimple Yadav slam govt over alleged use of pellet guns, AK-47 against students
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 3:01:50 PM IST
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Samajwadi Party MP Dimple Yadav on Monday launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led Central government over the alleged use of force and intimidation against students protesting the recent exam paper leaks. ... read..


YSRCP alleges irregularities in AP Mega DSC recruitment, demands CBI probe and Nara Lokesh's resignation
Tadepalli (Andhra Pradesh) | July 27, 2026 3:01:48 PM IST
YSRCP leader and former MP Margani Bharath on Monday alleged irregularities in Andhra Pradesh's Mega DSC recruitment process and demanded a CBI inquiry into the matter, besides seeking the resignation of State Minister Nara Lokesh on moral grounds. ... read..


"Public Examinations Bill will lead to strict action against paper leaks": Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi urges MPs to support bill
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 3:01:43 PM IST
As the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 was introduced in the Lok Sabha on Monday, Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi said the proposed legislation would ensure strict action against cheating, paper leaks and other unfair ... read..


Activist Sonam Wangchuk says he will visit Raj Ghat before returning to Ladakh after hospital discharge
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 3:01:41 PM IST
Activist Sonam Wangchuk on Monday said he was being discharged from the hospital and would visit Raj Ghat to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi before returning to Ladakh. ... read..


CRPF to conduct 'professional post-event assessment' of RAF action as anti-NEET agitation called off: DG Gyanendra
By Rajnish Singh

New Delhi | July 27, 2026 3:01:37 PM IST
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Director General Gyanendra Pratap Singh on Monday said a "professional post-event assessment" would be conducted into the action taken by Rapid Action Force (RAF) personnel against anti-NEET protestors as the "agitation ... read..


"Where is Amit Shah hiding?": KC Venugopal demands Home Minister explain alleged use of pellet guns, AK-47s against students
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 3:01:33 PM IST
Congress Lok Sabha MP KC Venugopal on Monday intensified the Opposition's attack on the Centre over the alleged police action against student protesters, demanding that Union Home Minister Amit Shah appear in Parliament and explain the alleged use of pell ... read..


Delhi HC issues notice on PIL over non-operational Super Speciality Block at RML Hospital
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 3:01:31 PM IST
The Delhi High Court on Monday issued notice to the Centre, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital and the Delhi Government on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) alleging continued non-operationalisation of the Super Speciality Block at RML Hospital despite ... read..


"562 Vidya Bharati schools imparting education to 1.25 lakh students": Uttarakhand CM
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | July 27, 2026 3:01:18 PM IST
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday said that around 562 Vidya Bharati schools are currently operational in the state, providing education to 1.25 lakh students. ... read..


2016 Surjagarh mine arson case: Surendra Gadling seeks hearing of bail plea
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 3:01:16 PM IST
The petition filed by advocate Surendra Gadling seeking bail in the 2016 Surjagarh iron ore mine arson case was mentioned on Monday before the Supreme Court. ... read..


BJD chief Naveen Patnaik discusses SIR, organisational issues with leaders
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | July 27, 2026 3:01:01 PM IST
BJD president and former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Monday held discussions with senior party leaders at Naveen Nivas on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and organisational matters. ... read..


Kiren Rijiju says govt will pass Public Examinations Bill without discussion if Opposition refuses to participate
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 3:00:43 PM IST
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Monday said the government would move ahead with the passage of the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, even without a discussion if the Opposition refuses to participate, a ... read..


"On whose orders were AK-47 bullets fired?": Tejashwi Yadav demands judicial probe into Siwan firing, warns of massive agitation
Patna (Bihar) | July 27, 2026 3:00:36 PM IST
Bihar Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav on Monday demanded a judicial inquiry into the firing of AK-47 bullets during a student protest in Siwan, questioning who authorised the use of firearms and holding the state government accountable for the police ... read..


Nitin Gadkari moves Bombay HC over social media posts linking him, family to alleged E20 business gains
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | July 27, 2026 3:00:34 PM IST
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has approached the Bombay High Court against social media posts linking him and his family to alleged E20-related business gains. ... read..


NDA Parliamentary Party to hold 'Mangal Milan' tomorrow
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 3:00:30 PM IST
The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) Parliamentary Party will hold its weekly 'Mangal Milan' meeting on Tuesday, with the gathering expected to take place amid a politically charged Monsoon Session dominated by the debate over examination reforms and th ... read..


Tarun Chugh hails PM Modi's 'historical' steps; slams Oppn for 'politically hijacking' students' movement
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 3:00:28 PM IST
BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh on Monday lauded the Union Government's recent measures to reform the examination system and said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's decision to form a high-level task force is a "historical step" toward ensurin ... read..


ED files over 20,000-page prosecution complaint against 32 accused in Rs 103.42 -cr alleged Indore Municipal Corporation 'fake bill scam'
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 3:00:09 PM IST
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday said it has filed a detailed 20,000-page prosecution complaint against 32 accused in connection with the alleged Rs 103.42 crore Indore Municipal Corporation fake bill scam. ... read..


BJP to launch nationwide 'Samrasta Sankalp Abhiyan' to mark Guru Ravidas' 650th birth anniversary year
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 3:00:07 PM IST
BJP MP Tarun Chugh on Monday announced that the party will observe the 650th birth anniversary year of Guru Ravidas through a nationwide campaign titled 'Sant Shiromani Shri Guru Ravidas Ji Maharaj Samrasta Sankalp Abhiyan', beginning on July 29 and conti ... read..


Delhi HC Issues notice on Brigadier's contempt plea alleging non-compliance of AFT promotion orders
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 3:00:05 PM IST
The Delhi High Court on Monday issued notice on a contempt petition filed by Brig Rohit Mehta alleging wilful non-compliance by the Centre and senior Army officers with two Armed Forces Tribunal (AFT) orders directing reconsideration of his promotion to t ... read..


"Public Examinations Bill will ensure foolproof exams in time to come": JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 1:00:23 PM IST
Janata Dal-United (JD-U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha on Monday welcomed the government's steps on examination reforms, saying Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been taking initiatives since the paper leak issue emerged and the Public Examinations (Prevention of Un ... read..


Public Examinations Amendment Bill introduced in Lok Sabha, Opposition unrelenting on Police action against students
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 1:00:16 PM IST
The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 was introduced in the Lok Sabha on Monday by Union Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions Jitendra Singh amid loud sloganeering by Opposition members, follo ... read..


"Siddaramaiah to remain in public life, won't quit politics": BK Hariprasad clarifies after former CM's remark
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | July 27, 2026 1:00:12 PM IST
Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee President BK Hariprasad on Monday expressed deep concern over the "polluted" state of Indian politics, stating that the current landscape is dominated by money and muscle power, a trend he claimed was not prevalent bef ... read..


"Such breach of trust will be completely unacceptable to youth": CJP on reports of protesters detention
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 1:00:11 PM IST
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) chief spokesperson Saurav Das on Monday expressed concern over reports of students and other protesters being arrested in Assam, West Bengal and Bihar, and urged the Centre to ensure their immediate release and withdrawal of FI ... read..


"Instead of creating ruckus, hold thorough debate": Rijiju appeals to Oppn again to debate on Public Examinations Bill
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 1:00:00 PM IST
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Monday again appealed to Congress and other opposition parties to participate in the debate on the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, instead of disrupting Parliament, sayi ... read..


"Will try to persuade Siddaramaiah to remain in electoral arena": Congress Karnataka MLA Shivalinge Gowda
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | July 27, 2026 12:59:58 PM IST
Congress MLA Shivalinge Gowda on Monday said party leaders will try to persuade former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to remain in the electoral arena for another five years, despite his announcement that he will not contest the 2028 Assembly elect ... read..


Gujarat launches 'Cyber Financial Fraud e-Zero FIR' service; victims can register complaints from home
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | July 27, 2026 12:59:56 PM IST
Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi on Monday launched the 'Cyber Financial Fraud e-Zero FIR' service in Gandhinagar to facilitate faster registration and investigation of cyber financial fraud cases, enabling victims to initiate the process with ... read..


PMK presents shadow budget for Tamil Nadu, promises 1 lakh govt jobs, LPG subsidy
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | July 27, 2026 12:59:54 PM IST
Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) President Anbumani Ramadoss on Monday presented the party's "General Shadow Budget" for Tamil Nadu for 2026-27, proposing measures including one lakh government jobs in the first phase, a Rs 300 subsidy on domestic LPG cylinder ... read..


Action taken against cops seen firing AK-47 during student protest in Bihar: Siwan SP
Siwan (Bihar) | July 27, 2026 12:29:45 PM IST
Action has been taken against police personnel who were seen firing an AK-47 during a student protest on Saturday in Bihar's Siwan, Superintendent of Police Puran Kumar Jha told ANI on Monday. ... read..


"Suicide, paper leakages will continue; ban NEET is our only demand": DMK MP Tiruchi Siva on Public Examinations Amendment Bill
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 12:29:41 PM IST
Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP Tiruchi Siva on Monday demanded a ban on NEET papers, saying that merely introducing laws to prevent unfair means in examinations would not resolve the issues of paper leaks and student suicides. ... read..


Court directs Director of Prosecution to depute public prosecutor to represent CBI in NEET paper leak case
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 12:29:38 PM IST
Rouse Avenue Special Fast Track Court on Monday directed the concerned Director of Prosecution to depute one Prosecutor to represent the State (CBI) in the NEET UG Paper leak case. ... read..


"Resignation is only a part": Karti Chidambaram on Pradhan's exit, questions Nandan Nilekani panel amid paper leak Bill row
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 12:29:36 PM IST
Congress MP Karti Chidambaram on Monday welcomed the resignation of former Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan amid protests over examination irregularities but said the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, was "o ... read..


Opposition resumes Parliament protest, demands Amit Shah's reply on alleged police action against students
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 12:29:34 PM IST
Refusing to let the issue of the July 20 student protest fade from the political agenda, Opposition parties on Monday resumed their demonstration in the Parliament premises after proceedings in both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha were adjourned till 12 ... read..


SC says peaceful protests can't be met with lathi charge, seeks uniform police protocols
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 12:29:30 PM IST
The Supreme Court on Monday underscored that the Constitution guarantees the right to peaceful and lawful protest, observing that the mere fact that a demonstration is taking place cannot justify the use of force by the police. ... read..


"There is absolutely no evidence": claims counsel for NEET-UG paper leak accused AP Singh
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 12:29:28 PM IST
Advocate AP Singh, counsel who is appearing for accused Dinesh Biwal and Vikas Biwal in the NEET-UG paper leak case, on Monday claimed that there was "absolutely no evidence" against his clients and said there was no recovery, money trail, call details, p ... read..


Opposition parties protest outside Parliament, demand accountability for July 20 incident from Home Minister
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 11:59:46 AM IST
Opposition parties are protesting outside Parliament as part of their continued stand on the July 20 incident and will not participate in the discussion in the House, sources said, adding that they will continue to raise their demand for accountability fr ... read..


Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami attends 'Pratibha Samman Ceremony' in Roorkee
Roorkee (Uttarakhand) | July 27, 2026 11:59:44 AM IST
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday participated in the 'Pratibha Samman Ceremony' organised by Vidya Bharati Akhil Bharatiya Shiksha Sansthan at the Government Secondary School in Roorkee, Haridwar district. ... read..


"Right to peaceful protest guaranteed in Constitution," observes CJI, says "agitation can't justify police excess"
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 11:59:41 AM IST
Observing that the right to peaceful protest is a constitutional guarantee that cannot be denied, the Supreme Court on Monday indicated that it will consider evolving an all-India protocol governing peaceful protests. ... read..


Parliament Storm: Both Houses adjourned till 12 PM amid massive Opposition ruckus over police action
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 11:59:39 AM IST
High-octane drama gripped the halls of Parliament today as a relentless Opposition launched a blistering offensive against the government. ... read..


UP: Fire breaks out at a private hospital in Hapur, no casualties reported
Hapur (Uttar Pradesh) | July 27, 2026 11:59:37 AM IST
A fire broke out at a private hospital on Garh Road in Uttar Pradesh's Hapur on Monday, prompting a swift response from the fire department. The blaze was brought under control, and no casualties were reported, officials said. ... read..


"Never happened in history of India": Kharge holds Amit Shah responsible for student protest action; RS adjourned till noon
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 11:59:29 AM IST
The Rajya Sabha was adjourned till 12 noon on Monday amid uproar over the police action against students during the July 20 'Sansad Chalo' protest, with Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge accusing Union Home Minister Amit Shah of being responsible fo ... read..


"Public Examinations Amendment Bill must have no flaws": Opposition seeks scrutiny; BJP backs stringent penalties for paper leaks
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 11:29:19 AM IST
The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 which is to be introduced in Parliament, drew mixed reactions from the Opposition and treasury benches on Monday, with Opposition MPs calling for greater scrutiny of its provisions, ... read..


"PM not serious about education reforms, paper leak amendment bill won't work if corruption is protected": Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 11:29:17 AM IST
Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi on Monday questioned the effectiveness of the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, alleging that no legal amendment would succeed unless the government acted against those responsible for corrupti ... read..


"Prime Minister must apologise": Congress MP Naseer Hussain says Oppn ready for discussion once their demands are met
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 11:29:15 AM IST
Congress MP Syed Naseer Hussain on Monday listed out the Opposition's demands for the discussion to take place in the Parliament amid the ongoing Monsoon Session, asserting that the Prime Minister must apologise for the July 20 Delhi Police action against ... read..


"Toh fayda kya hua?" Priyanka Gandhi slams reports of FIR on students in states; says new exam bill 'pointless'
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 11:29:13 AM IST
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday questioned the purpose of the new anti-paper leak bill if students are allegedly still being targeted with FIRs. ... read..


J-K: Pul Doda bridge closed for traffic after crack develops amid heavy rainfall
Doda (Jammu and Kashmir) | July 27, 2026 11:29:12 AM IST
Authorities have closed the Pul Doda Bridge for all vehicular traffic after a crack was noticed on the bridge amid continuous heavy rainfall in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district. ... read..


Telangana CM Revanth Reddy, BRS chief KTR in Delhi on separate two-day visits
By Pramod Chaturvedi

New Delhi | July 27, 2026 11:29:10 AM IST
Telangana's political narrative has shifted to the national capital as Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and BRS Working President KT Rama Rao (KTR) are scheduled to arrive in New Delhi today for separate two-day visits. ... read..


'System downright murderous against students": Rahul Gandhi steps up offensive against govt over police action on students
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 11:29:04 AM IST
Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Monday launched a scathing attack on the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government, accusing the administration of being "murderous" towards the student community. ... read..


Govt to introduce Public Examinations Amendment Bill in Lok Sabha; Jitendra Singh to move Bill; Bansuri, Tejasvi among NDA speakers
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 11:29:02 AM IST
The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, will be introduced in the Lok Sabha on Monday. Minister of State for DoPT Jitendra Singh will move the Bill in the House. The discussion on the Bill is likely to be held for four h ... read..


Delhi HC allows withdrawal of PIL challenging mobile internet shutdown during Jantar Mantar protests
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 11:28:57 AM IST
The Delhi High Court on Monday allowed Software Freedom Law Centre, India to withdraw its Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging a series of Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) orders suspending mobile internet services around Jantar Mantar during protes ... read..


"Modi stands with students": BJP's Sriramulu hails NEET reforms, slams Congress over drought and KPSC scam
Ballari (Karnataka) | July 27, 2026 10:59:12 AM IST
Former Minister and BJP Leader B. Sriramulu praised PM Narendra Modi for taking "bold decisions in the interest of students' future" and launched a scathing attack on the Congress government in Karnataka over drought relief, KPSC irregularities and intern ... read..


Public Examinations Amendment Bill aimed at curbing paper leaks to be tabled in Lok Sabha; MPs from BJP, TMC, TDP to speak
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 10:59:08 AM IST
The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, aimed at strengthening the legal framework against paper leaks and other malpractices in public examinations, will be introduced in the Lok Sabha on Monday by Union Minister of Sta ... read..


Delhi police orders takedown of offensive posts targeting PM Modi during student protests
By Ravi Jalhotra

New Delhi | July 27, 2026 10:59:06 AM IST
Delhi Police has directed multiple social media platforms to remove posts and videos containing offensive and abusive remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi that were uploaded during the student protests at Jantar Mantar and the violence linked to t ... read..


"Want all parties to take part": Kiren Rijiju urges debate on Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 10:59:05 AM IST
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Monday urged all political parties to participate in the discussion on the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, saying the government is bringing a stringent law to tackle pa ... read..


"Final decision lies with high command": Karnataka Minister Santosh Lad on cabinet reshuffle speculation
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | July 27, 2026 10:59:03 AM IST
Amid growing buzz surrounding a potential cabinet reshuffle in Karnataka, Congress MLA Santosh Lad on Monday stated that there is an established procedure for political appointments and the party high command will take the final call on all leadership and ... read..


"Form a committee, distract the attention": Jairam Ramesh takes dig at Centre over exam reforms task force
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 10:58:57 AM IST
Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Monday took a swipe at the Centre over its decision to constitute a high-powered task force on examination reforms, sharing a video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and an old video of former Education Minister Dharmendra Pradh ... read..


NEET row: Opposition leaders to hold strategy meet, stage protest against Police action on students
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 10:58:52 AM IST
Opposition floor leaders are scheduled to hold a crucial meeting at the office of the Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge, in Parliament House to deliberate on their floor strategy for the ongoing session. ... read..


Uttarakhand BJP chief Mahendra Bhatt apologises over remarks on students
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | July 27, 2026 10:29:19 AM IST
Uttarakhand BJP chief Mahendra Bhatt on Sunday apologised over his alleged remarks about students, saying that if anyone's sentiments were inadvertently hurt by any word or its pronunciation in his statement, he regretted it. ... read..


"Paper leaks can't be stopped by laws alone": SP MP Ram Gopal Yadav as govt set to introduce public examinations Amendment Bill in Lok Sabha today
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 10:29:15 AM IST
Samajwadi Party Rajya Sabha MP Ram Gopal Yadav on Monday said paper leaks cannot be prevented merely by enacting stricter laws, asserting that the root causes lie within the examination process and the increasing digitisation of the system, as the governm ... read..


"Will sit together and decide what is to be done": Akhilesh Yadav on Public Examinations Amendment Bill
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 10:29:14 AM IST
Samajwadi Party (SP) chief and MP Akhilesh Yadav on Monday said the government should not challenge public awareness amid the introduction of the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, in the Lok Sabha and said leaders of a ... read..


"Paper leaks reached peak during Congress era": Telangana BJP chief hails Centre's strict exam bill
Hyderabad (Telangana) | July 27, 2026 10:29:12 AM IST
Terming the Centre's anti-paper leak bill a "welcome step," Telangana BJP chief N. Ramchander Rao on Monday urged the opposition not to politicise the legislation, alleging that hundreds of examination papers were leaked during previous Congress governmen ... read..


Assam flood death toll rises to 68, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma directs coordinated relief operations
Guwahati (Assam) | July 27, 2026 9:58:07 AM IST
The death toll from the floods in Assam has risen to 68, according to the latest bulletin issued by the Disaster Reporting and Information Management System (DRIMS) here on Monday. ... read..


Is the screenless Polar Loop the holy grail of fitness trackers?
By Himank Tripathi

New Delhi | July 27, 2026 9:58:05 AM IST
I think the era of the smartwatch is over. Except for expensive watches as we call them ultra or max, I don't see people opting for smartwatches. The latest trend in my opinion is about stripping the noise away and this is when my quest for such fitness t ... read..


Couple, two children found dead in Jaisalmer water tank; police suspect domestic discord
Jaisalmer (Rajasthan) | July 27, 2026 9:58:02 AM IST
A couple and their two young children died after the couple allegedly jumped into a water storage tank after throwing the children into it in Loharki village of Rajasthan's Jaisalmer district late Sunday night. ... read..


"Resignation alone is not enough, probe those who ordered lathi charge," says Congress' Arif Naseem Khan at Tiranga rally
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | July 27, 2026 9:58:00 AM IST
Congress leader Arif Naseem Khan said the resignation of former Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan alone was not enough to address the concerns raised by students protesting against the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, demanding an investigation into tho ... read..


"Will discuss drought, water issues": DK Shivakumar on MPs' meet in Delhi; says "Cabinet formalities to be completed this week"
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | July 27, 2026 9:57:59 AM IST
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Monday said he will meet all state MPs in Delhi to discuss issues including drought, water disputes and key pending projects, including Mekedatu, Mahadayi and Krishna river-related matters. ... read..


RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat calls Gen Z as 'emotional', says they don't think with 'calm mind'
Hyderabad (Telangana) | July 27, 2026 9:57:57 AM IST
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat has described the younger generation, known as 'Gen Z', as emotional and adaptable, while cautioning that they often do not think with a "calm mind." ... read..


Shri Amarnath Yatra: 20th batch of pilgrims crosses Chanderkote in Ramban under tight security
Ramban (Jammu and Kashmir) | July 27, 2026 9:57:55 AM IST
The 20th batch of Shri Amarnath Yatra pilgrims crossed Chanderkote on Monday en route to the Holy Cave shrine amid comprehensive security and logistical arrangements. ... read..


J-K: Udhampur Forest Division launches monsoon plantation drive
Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir) | July 27, 2026 9:57:54 AM IST
The Udhampur Forest Division has launched a monsoon plantation drive aimed at restoring ecological balance and expanding green cover, with a target of planting and distributing over one lakh saplings across the region. ... read..


NEET Row: Congress moves adjournment notices in Parliament over alleged 'brutal' police action on students
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 9:57:52 AM IST
The Congress party on Monday moved several adjournment and suspension of business notices in both Houses of Parliament, seeking an immediate discussion on the alleged "brutal and disproportionate" use of force by security personnel against students protes ... read..


J-K: Ramban DC, SSP inspect Pernote landslide-hit area, direct faster restoration of road
Ramban (Jammu and Kashmir) | July 27, 2026 9:28:50 AM IST
Deputy Commissioner Ramban Mohammad Alyas Khan on Monday inspected the landslide and subsidence-affected area at Pernote along the Ramban-Gool Road to assess the damage caused by recent heavy rainfall and review the ongoing restoration works. Senior Super ... read..


Monsoon session: Congress MPs Surjewala, Vijay Vasanth move notices over alleged force against NEET protesters on July 20
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 9:28:48 AM IST
Congress MPs Randeep Singh Surjewala and Vijay Kumar alias Vijay Vasanth on Monday moved notices in Parliament seeking discussions on the alleged use of excessive force against students during a protest in Delhi on July 20 over NEET-UG examination irregul ... read..


'Paper leaks jeopardising students' future, govt committed to put stop to this': Dilip Ghosh on Public Examinations Amendment Bill
Kolkata (West Bengal) | July 27, 2026 9:28:46 AM IST
West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh on Monday hailed the central government's decision to introduce 'The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026' in the Lok Sabha, stating that the legislation will put a "permanent stop" to the ... read..


J-K: PHC Mogla emerges as a lifeline for remote Rajouri villages
Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir) | July 27, 2026 9:28:42 AM IST
Nestled in the far-flung and remote Block Mogla of Kalakote Sub-division of Rajouri district, the Primary Health Centre (PHC) Mogla has become a vital healthcare lifeline for thousands of residents living in some of the most inaccessible, hard-to-reach vi ... read..


Parliament Monsoon Session: Opposition moves adjournment motions in both Houses, seeks discussion on July 20 Delhi Police action on students
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 9:28:40 AM IST
With the Monsoon Session of Parliament entering its second week on Monday, the Opposition moved adjournment motions in the Lok Sabha and suspension of business notices in the Rajya Sabha, demanding an urgent discussion on the alleged police action against ... read..


Goons took over students protest, molested reporters: Union MoS Education Sukanta Majumdar
Hooghly (West Bengal) | July 27, 2026 9:28:36 AM IST
Union Minister of State for Education Sukanta Majumdar on Monday said that "goons and hooligans" took over a students protest staged by Left and ultra-Left groups in Kolkata on Friday, reporters were assaulted and beaten, and said those responsible would ... read..


Siddaramaiah's 2028 poll exit shows he knows Congress will lose: BJP leader CT Ravi
Davangere (Karnataka) | July 27, 2026 9:28:32 AM IST
BJP leader CT Ravi took a swipe at former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah over his announcement that he would not contest the 2028 Karnataka Assembly elections, claiming the Congress veteran had realised his party was headed for a "certain defeat" i ... read..


19-year-old NEET aspirant dies by suicide in Maharashtra's Ahilyanagar after re-exam score falls short
Ahilyanagar (Maharashtra) | July 27, 2026 8:58:47 AM IST
A 19-year-old medical aspirant allegedly died by suicide at her residence in Jalalpur village, located in the Karjat taluka of Ahilyanagar district, after being disheartened by her NEET re-examination score, local police said here on Monday. ... read..


Monsoon Session: Anti-paper leak law, SC Judges Bill in LS; National Honour Bill in RS on agenda
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 8:58:45 AM IST
The Union Government is set to introduce 'The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026' in the Lok Sabha today, aimed at strengthening the legal framework against paper leaks and malpractices in national examinations. ... read..


"Political Ideology doesn't have to be same as parents": Assam CM Himanta backs Keshab Mahanta over daughter's NEET protest
Guwahati (Assam) | July 27, 2026 8:58:49 AM IST
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday backed his Cabinet colleague Keshab Mahanta amid criticism over videos showing the latter's daughter participating in a protest against irregularities in the NEET examination, saying children should not ... read..


"Mamata, TMC have repeatedly opposed way Delhi Police took action against students": Kunal Ghosh
Kolkata (West Bengal) | July 27, 2026 8:58:42 AM IST
Reacting to Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi's criticism of Delhi Police action against student protesters, Trinamool Congress MLA Kunal Ghosh said the TMC has repeatedly opposed the action taken against students and farmers, alleging that police under Union Ho ... read..


Chikhal Kalo festival celebrated with enthusiasm in Goa's Marcel
Marcel (Goa) | July 27, 2026 8:58:40 AM IST
Chikhal Kalo, one of Goa's most cherished traditional festivals, was celebrated with great enthusiasm near Shree Devki Krishna Temple, Marcel, on Sunday as thousands of devotees and visitors came together to participate in the iconic mud play, keeping ali ... read..


PM Modi interacts with participants of Viksit Vibrant Village Program 2026
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 7:28:44 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday interacted with participants of the Viksit Vibrant Village Program 2026. ... read..


"Education Minister should resign": BJP leader Ravneet Singh Bittu over alleged paper leak in Punjab
Ludhiana (Punjab) | July 27, 2026 6:28:41 AM IST
BJP leader Ravneet Singh Bittu on Sunday demanded Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains' resignation over alleged paper leak in Punjab. ... read..


Kolkata: Case registered against Bengali actress Sreelekha Mitra over offensive poster of PM Modi
Kolkata (West Bengal) | July 27, 2026 5:58:25 AM IST
Bengali actress Sreelekha Mitra landed in legal trouble after Kolkata Police on Sunday registered a case, alleging that she held offensive and defamatory caricatures of Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a rally held on July 24. ... read..


TMC's Sagarika Ghose moves notice for discussion in RS over force used against NEET protestors
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 5:58:23 AM IST
Trinamool Congress (TMC) Rajya Sabha MP Sagarika Ghose on Sunday submitted a notice seeking the suspension of business of the Upper House on Monday to discuss the alleged "use of excessive force" on students protesting against irregularities in the NEET e ... read..


"Feels Amazing": Para powerlifter Jhandu Kumar after winning bronze in CWG 2026
New Delhi | July 27, 2026 4:58:24 AM IST
Indian para powerlifter Jhandu Kumar, who won a bronze medal in the men's heavyweight category at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games (CWG), received a grand welcome upon his arrival at Delhi Airport. ... read..


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