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Govt met all exam leak demands, says BJP MP Mayank Nayak; slams opposition of using youth agitation for political gain

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 10:27:41 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Rajya Sabha MP Mayank Nayak slammed political opponents over the issue of paper leaks and student demonstrations, accusing political entities of exploiting youth grievances for self-serving political gain even after the govern ... read..

Delhi Police bans drones, UAVs, paragliders ahead of Independence Day celebrations

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 10:27:39 PM IST

Delhi Police has prohibited the flying of drones, UAVs, quadcopters, paragliders, para-motors, hang-gliders, microlight aircraft, remotely piloted aircraft, hot air balloons and other sub-conventional aerial platforms across the National Capital Territory ... read..

Life imprisonment for Tahir Hussain in Ankit Sharma murder triggers political war in Delhi

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 10:27:29 PM IST

A Delhi court has sentenced former Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) councillor Tahir Hussain and four co-accused--Nazim, Qasim, Javed, and Anas--to life imprisonment for the brutal murder of Intelligence Bureau (IB) officer Ankit Sharma during the February 2020 Nort ... read..

Assam Minister Pijush Hazarika reviews flood situation in Nazira, focuses on rehabilitation, housing for affected families

Sivasagar (Assam) | July 31, 2026 9:57:49 PM IST

Assam Minister for Agriculture, Irrigation and Parliamentary Affairs, Pijush Hazarika, on Friday visited the flood-affected Demow and Nazira Legislative Assembly Constituencies (LACs) of Sivasagar district to review the relief and rehabilitation measures ... read..

Madhya Pradesh CM disburses Rs 300 crore loans to SHGs across state

Jhabua (Madhya Pradesh) | July 31, 2026 9:57:47 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Friday distributed loans worth Rs 300 crore to Self-Help Groups (SHGs) across the state and inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for development projects worth over Rs 283 crore in Jhabua district. ... read..

"No writer or artist should be thrown out for different opinions": Taslima Nasreen on freedom of speech

Kolkata (West Bengal) | July 31, 2026 9:57:44 PM IST

Bangladeshi writer and activist Taslima Nasreen, who arrived in Kolkata on Friday after nearly 19 years, said that freedom of expression is essential for democracy and that no writer or artist should be forced to leave their country over their opinions or ... read..

AAP's Malvinder Singh Kang meets Vaishnaw, raises infrastructure issues in Anandpur Sahib

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 9:57:42 PM IST

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Malvinder Singh Kang on Friday met Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and discussed several railway infrastructure projects and public issues concerning the Shri Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha constituency. ... read..

BCI bars unapproved law colleges from admitting students for 2026-27, says no further extension will be granted

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 9:57:34 PM IST

The Bar Council of India (BCI) on Friday made it clear that only those Centres of Legal Education (CLEs) that have obtained valid approval for the Academic Session 2026-27 will be permitted to admit students, as it issued a strict compliance circular aime ... read..

Fund generated from fake Covid-19 certificates used to procure bomb-making material, activities of Madras Arabic College: ED

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 9:57:29 PM IST

Enforcement Directorate's terror financial probe into the 2022 Coimbatore bomb blast has revealed that the accused generated funds through fake Covid-19 vaccine certificate scam carried out between 2021-2022 and the money was directly used for the procure ... read..

Four Kanwariyas from Chandigarh drown in prohibited stretch of Ganga in Haridwar; police urge devotees to use designated ghats

Haridwar (Uttarakhand) | July 31, 2026 9:27:19 PM IST

At least four Kanwariyas from Chandigarh drowned while bathing in a prohibited stretch of the Ganga River in Haridwar on Friday, police said. ... read..

Keralam: BJP cites UDF Govt's circular to secure 6-month leave for councillor Sugathan jailed under KAAPA

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | July 31, 2026 9:27:11 PM IST

Amid uproar and protests by the Opposition UDF and LDF, the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation Council on Friday approved a six-month leave for jailed BJP councillor R Sugathan, with the BJP citing a Home Department circular issued by the UDF government to de ... read..

BJP MP VD Sharma slams Rahul Gandhi over paper leak Bill, says Modi Govt committed to uprooting exam mafias

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 9:27:09 PM IST

Targeting the opposition over the passage of the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP VD Sharma on Friday accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of ignoring youth issues while asserting that ... read..

MP: Muslim community offers Friday prayers on land near Bhojshala complex following SC order amid tight security in Dhar

Dhar (Madhya Pradesh) | July 31, 2026 8:57:54 PM IST

Members of the Muslim community on Friday offered Friday prayers on land near the Bhojshala-Kamal Maula complex in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district in compliance with an interim arrangement ordered by the Supreme Court, while heavy security was deployed to ... read..

Maharashtra Cyber files FIR over alleged AI-morphed videos of PM Modi, Piyush Goyal

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | July 31, 2026 8:57:50 PM IST

Maharashtra Cyber Police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) and launched an investigation following complaints regarding deepfake/AI-morphed videos and derogatory content targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister of Commerce ... read..

"Tried to defame Punjab for their petty politics": State Education Minister on paper leak row

Chandigarh | July 31, 2026 8:57:43 PM IST

Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains on Friday accused opposition parties of trying to "defame Punjab for their petty politics" over the alleged paper leak issue. ... read..

Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal discusses FCRA Bill, Parliament protests during Jaipur visit

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | July 31, 2026 8:57:41 PM IST

Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal arrived in Jaipur on Friday, addressing a wide range of national developments including upcoming legislative agenda items, recent parliamentary disruptions, and court rulings. ... read..

"Did Tahir Hussain conspire to incite riots with his tacit approval": Delhi CM Gupta attack Kejriwal over ex-AAP councillor's life sentence verdict

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 8:57:48 PM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday welcomed the Karkardooma Court verdict sentencing former Aam Aadmi Party councillor Tahir Hussain and five others to life imprisonment in connection with the murder of Intelligence Bureau (IB) official Ankit Shar ... read..

ED attaches assets worth Rs 782.36 crore of Raheja Developers

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 8:57:35 PM IST

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday said it has attached Rs 782.36 crore worth of properties belonging to Raheja Developers Ltd, accused of collecting funds amounting to Rs 2,425.99 crore from around 4,600 homebuyers on the pretext of providing the ... read..

Bombay HC restrains Devang Dave, others from circulating allegedly defamatory content against SD Corporation

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | July 31, 2026 8:57:26 PM IST

The Bombay High Court came down heavily on alleged activist and politician Devang Dave, his accomplices Amit Kawle and Vishnu Bhosale, in a defamation suit filed by a developer from Kandivali who had allegedly been targeted by Dave and his accomplices. ... read..

"Govt seems afraid to let House run": Rajasthan LoP accuses state govt of shutting down Assembly early, avoiding crucial discussions

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | July 31, 2026 8:28:41 PM IST

Rajasthan Leader of Opposition (LoP) Tika Ram Jully strongly criticized the state government, accusing it of being "afraid to let the House run" and deliberately curtailing assembly sittings to dodge accountability ... read..

Haryana SIR: 1.72 cr enumeration forms collected, 7.66 lakh electors deleted as draft rolls published

Chandigarh (Haryana) | July 31, 2026 8:28:31 PM IST

Over 1.72 crore Enumeration Forms (EFs) were collected during the enumeration phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Haryana, while 7.66 lakh names of deceased electors and 2.04 lakh electors enrolled at multiple places were i ... read..

Gujarat govt postpones August 2 Weekly cleanliness drive across state due to heavy rain forecast

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | July 31, 2026 8:28:23 PM IST

With the objective of further strengthening cleanliness efforts, the State Government has issued directions to conduct a weekly cleanliness drive every Sunday across all villages, towns, cities, Nagar Panchayats, and Municipal Corporation areas. ... read..

'Didn't think I could return, this govt provided me with security': Taslima Nasreen hails WB govt; returns to Kolkata after 19yrs

Kolkata (West Bengal) | July 31, 2026 8:28:16 PM IST

Bangladeshi writer and activist Taslima Nasreen on Friday said she was "very happy" to be back in Kolkata, crediting the Secular Mission Trust and the West Bengal government for providing her security to facilitate the visit after nearly 19 years. ... read..

Haryana Women Commission takes suo motu cognisance of alleged repeated sexual assault of 12-year-old in Panipat, seeks police action

Chandigarh | July 31, 2026 7:57:37 PM IST

The Haryana State Commission for Women (HSCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of an alleged case of repeated sexual assault involving a 12-year-old girl in Panipat and directed the district police to initiate immediate legal action in the matter. ... read..

Muslim Rashtriya Manch announces financial support for Assam flood victims, to contribute to CM's Relief Fund

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 7:57:35 PM IST

In response to the devastating floods in Assam, the Muslim Rashtriya Manch (MRM) has announced financial assistance for the affected people. ... read..

Delhi Court sentences Tahir Hussain, 4 others to life imprisonment in IB Officer Ankit Sharma's murder case

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 7:57:33 PM IST

Delhi's Karkardooma court on Friday awarded a life sentence to Tahir Hussain and four other Convicts in the IB official Ankit Sharma murder case of 2020. He was murdered during the North East Delhi riots in February 2020 in Dayal Pur area. His mutilated b ... read..

"Symbol of patriotism, fight against injustice": Uttarakhand CM Dhami unveils 9-foot bronze statue of Shaheed Udham Singh

Rudrapur (Uttarakhand) | July 31, 2026 7:57:31 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, during his visit to the district, unveiled a 9-foot-tall bronze statue of legendary freedom fighter Shaheed Udham Singh at the Rudrapur Collectorate premises on the occasion of his death anniversary. ... read..

Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat, CM Bhupendra Patel hold informal meeting at Swarnim Sankul

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | July 31, 2026 7:57:29 PM IST

Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat and Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel held an informal meeting at Swarnim Sankul-1 in Gandhinagar on Friday and discussed various public welfare issues. ... read..

Dehradun Police register case against Secretariat official, family over alleged dowry death

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | July 31, 2026 7:57:27 PM IST

The Dehradun Police have registered a case against a private secretary posted at the Uttarakhand Secretariat and his family members following the alleged dowry death of his wife. ... read..

"Lord Bholenath showers his grace upon all pilgrims": Uttarakhand CM Dhami's message to Kanwar devotees

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | July 31, 2026 7:57:25 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday said the state government has made all necessary arrangements for the safe and smooth movement of Kanwar pilgrims, while also highlighting various development and police welfare initiatives in the s ... read..

PM Modi to visit Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka on Aug 1; to inaugurate and dedicate multiple development projects

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 7:57:23 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka on August 1, where he will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of multiple development projects, including infrastructure, semiconductor, renewable energy and road connectivity initi ... read..

"Jharkhand's education system is in shambles": Student protesters launch indefinite Satyagraha over exam leaks, alleged JPSC/JSSC scams

Ranchi (Jharkhand) | July 31, 2026 7:57:21 PM IST

Mounting frustration over recurring paper leaks, administrative lapses, and delayed examinations has pushed student protesters onto the streets of Ranchi, where an indefinite Satyagraha entered its third day. ... read..

"Bastar is finally Naxal-free after 40-50 years": Chhattisgarh CM seeks road scheme relaxations from Union Minister

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 7:27:39 PM IST

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, accompanied by Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma, met with Union Minister for Rural Development and Agriculture Shivraj Singh Chouhan in New Delhi on Friday to request special relaxations in central infrastruct ... read..

Himachal Congress hits back at BJP, defends vigilance probe, slams Kangana Ranaut's remarks

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | July 31, 2026 7:27:35 PM IST

Principal Media Advisor to Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, Naresh Chauhan, on Friday dismissed the Opposition's criticism of a vigilance inquiry, asserting that there was no political vendetta behind the probe and that those with c ... read..

SC calls for regulation of private detectives, says adultery plea in maintenance cases cannot be deferred indefinitely

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 7:27:33 PM IST

In a significant judgment that could shape the law governing matrimonial disputes and electronic evidence, the Supreme Court on Friday called for a regulatory framework for private detective agencies in India while holding that a husband's plea alleging t ... read..

"Message that injustice will be avenged": Uttarakhand CM Dhami pays tribute to Shaheed Udham Singh

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | July 31, 2026 7:27:27 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday paid heartfelt tributes to Shaheed Udham Singh on his martyrdom day, saying his sacrifice and courage will continue to inspire the youth of the country. ... read..

HP Education Minister says govt open to reviewing school reforms, backs zero tolerance against exam leaks

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | July 31, 2026 7:27:21 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh Education Minister Rohit Thakur on Friday said the state government was open to reviewing recent education reforms if any shortcomings were identified, while reiterating a zero-tolerance approach towards examination malpractices and suppo ... read..

State govt has failed to take off, ignoring rising farmer suicides: Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy

Mandya (Karnataka) | July 31, 2026 6:58:26 PM IST

Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy launched a scathing attack on the Karnataka state government over its alleged failure to address agrarian distress, claiming that the current administration appears completely stagnant. ... read..

"Maintain probity, dignity": Dayananda Sagar University VC slams Priyanka Gandhi's remarks on IIT Madras Director

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | July 31, 2026 6:58:23 PM IST

Dayananda Sagar University Vice-Chancellor BS Satyanarayana on Friday urged political leaders to maintain "probity and dignity" in public discourse, warning against the pre-emptive discrediting of respected academic figures like IIT Madras Director Profes ... read..

"50% of MPs in Lok Sabha face criminal charges": CJP's Saurav Das on FIR against Noida woman over remarks against PM Modi

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 6:58:19 PM IST

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) Chief Spokesperson Saurav Das on Friday criticised the registration of a Zero FIR against a woman from Noida for using abusive language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. ... read..

H1N1 cases rise in Delhi-NCR amid monsoon, seasonal transition: Doctors

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 6:58:18 PM IST

Delhi-NCR has witnessed a rise in H1N1 influenza cases over the past few weeks amid monsoon rains and seasonal changes, with doctors reporting an increase in patients experiencing fever, cough, cold and other respiratory symptoms. ... read..

Simhastha Kumbh 2027: Technical Advisory Committee reviews crowd management, surveillance plans in Nashik

Nashik (Maharashtra) | July 31, 2026 6:28:22 PM IST

As part of the preparations for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027, the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) on Friday reviewed the proposed technology interventions for the mega religious gathering during a meeting held at the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela Au ... read..

NTKMA engages industry, education sectors to build people's movement for Simhastha 2027

Nashik (Maharashtra) | July 31, 2026 6:28:20 PM IST

As part of its efforts to transform Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027 into a people's movement, the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela Authority (NTKMA) on Friday organised two stakeholder consultation meetings with representatives of leading educational institution ... read..

Delhi LG Sandhu leads DDA's mega plantation drive, calls for sustained youth-led green movement

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 6:28:18 PM IST

Over one lakh native trees and shrubs were planted across 77 locations in Delhi on Friday as part of the Delhi Development Authority's (DDA's) massive single-day plantation drive, one of the Authority's largest coordinated plantation initiatives, the rele ... read..

"Our farmers are struggling": Union Minister Kumaraswamy confirms participation in all-party meeting on Cauvery issue

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | July 31, 2026 6:28:13 PM IST

Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy criticised the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) for directing Karnataka to release water to Tamil Nadu without first assessing the prevailing conditions on the ground. ... read..

Andhra Pradesh SIR: 3.71 cr electors submit forms, 15.22 lakh deleted as draft rolls published; claims, objections open till Aug 30

Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh) | July 31, 2026 6:28:11 PM IST

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Friday published the draft electoral rolls in Andhra Pradesh after the completion of the enumeration phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), with 3.71 crore electors submitting their Enumeration Forms and 1 ... read..

CBI registers FIR against Nokia employees for Rs 19.33 crore EPFO fraud

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | July 31, 2026 6:28:09 PM IST

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered a case against two employees of Nokia Solutions & Networks India Pvt Ltd for their alleged involvement in a fraudulent withdrawal of approximately Rs 19.33 crore from the Employees' Provident Fu ... read..

Vikramaditya Singh bats for education reforms, encourages youth participation; highlights Rs 290 crore road projects in Himachal

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | July 31, 2026 6:28:02 PM IST

The Public Works Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Vikramaditya Singh, on Friday said that increasing participation of young people in the Congress reflected growing public support for the party, while stressing the need for reforms in the country's education ... read..

Gujarat Dy CM Harsh Sanghavi joins Indian, Scottish residents for yoga session in Glasgow

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | July 31, 2026 5:58:31 PM IST

Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi on Friday participated in a special yoga session in Glasgow, Scotland, on the sidelines of the ongoing Commonwealth Games 2026. The session was attended by local Scottish residents and members of the Indian com ... read..

Cabinet approves continuation of PM-KISAN scheme from 2026-27 to 2030-31 with financial outlay of Rs 3.15 lakh cr

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 5:58:25 PM IST

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, approved continuation of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) Scheme from 2026-27 to 2030-31. ... read..

Goa to become India's 'living laboratory' for sustainable architecture: CM Sawant

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 5:58:22 PM IST

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Friday declared that the state is set to become India's premier "Living Laboratory" for sustainable architecture, as he inaugurated the National Conference on Goan Architecture & Sustainability in New Delhi alongsid ... read..

Compassion must translate into reality: Supreme Court calls for national framework on stray cattle accidents

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 5:58:18 PM IST

Observing that stray cattle are "not meant to be natural speed breakers" on roads and that accidents involving bovines have become an increasingly common reality across the country, the Supreme Court on Friday called upon the Centre and state governments ... read..

"Avoid dragging teachers into Parliamentary disputes": Gurukul Kangri VC slams Priyanka Gandhi's "gaumutra expert" remark

Haridwar (Uttarakhand) | July 31, 2026 5:58:15 PM IST

Gurukul Kangri University Vice Chancellor Pratibha Mehta Luthra on Friday sharply criticised Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra for her recent "gaumutra expert" remark aimed at IIT Madras Director V Kamakoti, urging politicians to respect the academic comm ... read..

Cauvery dispute: Karnataka CM says CWMA order must be implemented; urges Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to defer Aug 3 meeting

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | July 31, 2026 5:58:12 PM IST

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Friday said the state will have to implement the Cauvery Water Management Authority's (CWMA) order directing it to release 3,500 cusecs of water daily to Tamil Nadu for the next 15 days, while urging Tamil Nadu Ch ... read..

Tamil Nadu: BIS seizes non-ISI mark products worth over Rs 5 lakh from Trichy shopping mall

Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) | July 31, 2026 5:28:12 PM IST

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) conducted a major enforcement search and seizure operation at M/s Femina Shopping Mall Private Limited on Williams Road in Tiruchirappalli after receiving information regarding the sale of products without mandatory BI ... read..

Operation Prahaar: Delhi Police arrest 44 accused in 34 cases within 72 hours

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 5:28:04 PM IST

In a major offensive against street crime and organised criminal activities, the North-West District Police arrested 44 individuals in 34 cases within a 72-hour window under 'Operation Prahaar'. The operation led to the arrest of three Proclaimed Offender ... read..

Supreme Court issues notice to Centre on plea seeking ban on polygamy among Muslims

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 5:28:02 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Friday issued notice to the Union government on a petition seeking a complete ban on the practice of polygamy among Muslims, while also seeking equal legal rights and protections for Muslim women under personal law. ... read..

Nashik: NTKMA, deAsra launch next phase of ANEK to prepare local entrepreneurs for Simhastha Kumbh 2027

Nashik (Maharashtra) | July 31, 2026 5:28:00 PM IST

With Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027 expected to generate economic activity worth nearly Rs 27,000 crore, the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela Authority (NTKMA) and deAsra Foundation on Friday launched the next phase of the ANEK (Accelerating Nano Enterprises th ... read..

"Not acceptable from any perspective": Jodhpur Agriculture University VC slams Priyanka Gandhi's jibe at IIT Madras Director

Jodhpur (Rajasthan) | July 31, 2026 5:27:52 PM IST

Vice Chancellor of Jodhpur Agriculture University VS Jaitawat has criticised the jibe by Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra at IIT Madras Director V Kamakoti, during debate on the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, ... read..

"Making such statements is an insult to them": G Kishan Reddy slams Revanth Reddy over 'criminal waste' remark on engineering graduates

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 5:27:50 PM IST

Union Minister of Coal and Mines G Kishan Reddy on Friday criticised Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy over his "criminal waste" remark on engineering graduates, saying the comments were an insult to students from the state who have made significan ... read..

J-K activists hold protest at JNU; call for justice, protection of human rights in PoJK

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 5:27:48 PM IST

A silent protest was held at JNU campus, New Delhi, by activists of Jammu and Kashmir demanding an end to brutalities against fellow state subjects in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK). ... read..

Himachal IMD issues orange alert amid heavy monsoon rains

Mandi (Himachal Pradesh) | July 31, 2026 5:27:46 PM IST

Amid continuous monsoon rainfall across Himachal Pradesh, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an Orange Alert for the region until July 31. ... read..

Army Major killed, 2 Lieutenants injured as SUV hits camel near Jaisalmer Military Station

Jaisalmer (Rajasthan) | July 31, 2026 4:57:55 PM IST

An Army officer of Major rank was killed and two Lieutenant-rank officers were injured after their private SUV collided with a camel and overturned near the Jaisalmer Military Station late Thursday night. ... read..

Goa CM Pramod Sawant attends National Conference on Goan Architecture and Sustainability in Delhi

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 4:57:49 PM IST

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Friday attended the inauguration ceremony of the National Conference on Goan Architecture and Sustainability, held in the national capital, where he emphasised the importance of preserving Goa's architectural heritage w ... read..

Bihar Police arrest STF Jawan in Bharat Tiwari encounter case

Arrah (Bihar) | July 31, 2026 4:57:37 PM IST

Arrah Superintendent of Police Raj on Friday confirmed that joint teams of the Arrah Police and the Special Task Force (STF) have arrested STF constable Akshay Kumar from Ara in the high-profile Bharat Tiwari encounter case. ... read..

DM report on Palam fire exposes Delhi govt failures: AAP

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 4:57:35 PM IST

AAP's Delhi unit president, Saurabh Bharadwaj, on Friday launched a sharp attack on the Delhi government and Chief Minister Rekha Gupta over the District Magistrate's (DM) report on the Palam fire incident, stating that the nine people who died in the bla ... read..

Rajnath Singh condoles demise of former Army Chief General Vishwa Nath Sharma, says "his life of service will continue to inspire generations"

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 4:28:24 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday expressed grief over the demise of former Chief of the Army Staff General Vishwa Nath Sharma, remembering him as a distinguished military leader who served the nation with unwavering dedication, courage and honour. ... read..

KC Venugopal moves privilege motion against Union MoS Jitendra Singh, accuses him of misleading Lok Sabha on student protest firing

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 3:57:41 PM IST

Senior Congress leader KC Venugopal on Friday moved a privilege motion against Union Minister of State (MoS) Jitendra Singh in Lok Sabha, alleging that the latter misled the lower house by stating that no firing took place during the police action against ... read..

"Daylight robbery taking place in Ayodhya": SP MP Dharmendra Yadav

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 3:57:40 PM IST

Opposition MPs staged a protest at Makar Dwar in the Parliament complex over the Ram Temple donation embezzlement on Friday. As part of the protest, the MPs placed a donation box and took turns depositing money into it. ... read..

Livelihood, dreams of repaying loan washed away in Assam floods: Jorhat woman narrates ordeal

Jorhat (Assam) | July 31, 2026 3:57:36 PM IST

The devastating floods in Assam have not only washed away homes, roads and villages but have also destroyed the livelihoods and dreams of countless families struggling to rebuild their lives. ... read..

Gujarat Police to integrate traffic complaints with emergency response number 112 from August 1

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | July 31, 2026 3:57:34 PM IST

To enhance citizen convenience and ensure faster response, the Gujarat Police has integrated its traffic complaint helpline with the nationwide 112 (Emergency Response Support System - ERSS). ... read..

Telangana: FIR against BRS ex-MLA Rega Kantha Rao in Hyderabad over allegations of sexual exploitation, cheating

Hyderabad (Telangana) | July 31, 2026 3:57:31 PM IST

The Punjagutta Police in Telangana have registered an FIR against Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader and former MLA Rega Kantha Rao following a complaint by a woman alleging sexual exploitation, cheating and blackmail, according to the FIR. ... read..

"Action followed, systems changed": Raghav Chadha hails passage of anti-paper leak bill, targets Congress over previous exam leaks

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 3:28:10 PM IST

BJP MP Raghav Chadha, following the passage of the landmark Public Examinations Amendment Bill, 2026, in Parliament, hailed the legislation as India's first comprehensive "Anti-Paper Leak" framework. ... read..

Karnataka BJP chief BY Vijayendra detained during protest against State govt over Cauvery water dispute

Mandya (Karnataka) | July 31, 2026 3:28:08 PM IST

Karnataka BJP president BY Vijayendra was detained along with other party workers on Friday while protesting near the Krishna Raja Sagara (KRS) dam against the State government over the Cauvery water dispute. ... read..

"Black day in court's history": Allahabad HC judge recuses himself after alleged bid to influence court

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | July 31, 2026 3:28:06 PM IST

A judge of the Allahabad High Court on Friday recused himself from hearing a batch of bail applications after an alleged attempt was made by a litigant to establish direct contact with the presiding judge following the conclusion of arguments. ... read..

Karnataka HC grants bail to ex-minister Vinay Kulkarni, others in Yogeesh Gowda murder case

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 3:27:57 PM IST

The Karnataka High Court has heard and granted bail to Congress leader Vinay Kulkarni, who is serving life imprisonment, along with Chandrashekar Indi and others in connection with the murder of Dharwad BJP leader Yogeesh Gowda. ... read..

Bhiwandi building collapse: PM Modi announces Rs 2 lakh ex gratia for victims' kin

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 3:27:55 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed grief over the loss of nine lives in the Bhiwandi building collapse in Maharashtra's Thane district and announced an ex gratia of Rs 2 lakh each for the next of kin of the deceased and Rs 50,000 for those i ... read..

"All figures on record": Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar on Cauvery water release order, says appeal filed

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | July 31, 2026 3:27:40 PM IST

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Friday chaired a meeting to review the Cauvery water situation in the state, days after the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) directed Karnataka to release water to Tamil Nadu in line with the recommendati ... read..

Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar chairs meeting on Cauvery water situation amid CWMA orders

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | July 31, 2026 2:59:14 PM IST

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Friday chaired a meeting to review the Cauvery water situation in the State in light of the recent orders of the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA). ... read..

Assam BJP MPs seek 100-day wage advance for farmers under VB-GRAM; Amit Shah promises support

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 2:59:09 PM IST

A delegation of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MPs from Assam met Union Home Minister Amit Shah at the Parliament House on Friday to discuss the prevailing flood situation in the state and the ongoing relief operations. ... read..

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta distributes over 3,000 bicycles under 'Vidya Vahini Yojana'

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 2:59:04 PM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday distributed over 3,000 bicycles to Class 9 girl students under the 'Vidya Vahini Yojana' held at the East Vinod Nagar Sports Complex. ... read..

"May every daughter of Delhi move forward": CM Rekha Gupta distributes over 3,000 bicycles under 'Vidya Vahini Yojana'

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 2:59:01 PM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday distributed over 3,000 bicycles to Class 9 girl students under the 'Vidya Vahini Yojana' held at the East Vinod Nagar Sports Complex. ... read..

PM Modi chairs Union cabinet meeting at Parliament

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 2:58:59 PM IST

The Union Cabinet meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, began at Parliament on Friday, amid sustained disruptions of both Houses. ... read..

SC stays FIR against Senthil Balaji, seeks TN govt response on plea against denial of pre-arrest bail in TASMAC scam case

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 2:58:47 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Friday stayed the operation of FIR No. 05 of 2026 registered against DMK leader and former Tamil Nadu Minister Senthil Balaji and issued notice to the Tamil Nadu government on his plea challenging the Madras High Court's refusal to gr ... read..

Gujarat's SEOC emerges as 24/7 command hub for disaster response

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | July 31, 2026 2:58:36 PM IST

The State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC) in Gandhinagar has emerged as Gujarat's primary 24/7 command and control hub for disaster response, having sent over 286.4 crore SMS alerts to citizens through the advanced 'SACHET' system to date. Functioning ... read..

SC directs MEA to appoint nodal officer, facilitate DNA identification, compensation for families of Indians killed after being duped into Russia-Ukraine war

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 2:58:30 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Friday directed the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) to appoint a nodal officer to assist the families of Indian nationals who were allegedly duped by travel agents into joining the Russian armed forces and were killed or injured in ... read..

"Blue also part of national flag": BJD slams govt for changing Indian hockey jersey colour to saffron

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | July 31, 2026 2:58:22 PM IST

Biju Janata Dal (BJD) spokesperson Lenin Mohanty on Friday launched a sharp attack on the BJP-led government in Odisha and the Centre for allegedly changing the colour of the Indian hockey team's jersey from blue to saffron, terming the move "unfortunate" ... read..

"Narrow casteist mentality": Mayawati slams SP for renaming districts named after Bahujan icons during its tenure

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | July 31, 2026 2:58:18 PM IST

Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati on Friday accused the Samajwadi Party (SP) of possessing a "narrow casteist mindset" for changing the names of several districts dedicated to Dalit and OBC icons during its previous tenure in Uttar Pradesh. ... read..

Shraddha Walkar Murder Case: Delhi HC says trial already on day-to-day basis, asks MHA, MEA to make efforts to secure appearance of 4 overseas witnesses

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 2:28:19 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Friday declined to issue further directions for the time-bound completion of the trial in the Shraddha Walkar murder case, observing that the trial court is already conducting the proceedings on a day-to-day basis and making every ... read..

"You have lost your opportunity": Kiren Rijiju urges Opposition to participate in Parliament debates

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 1:58:45 PM IST

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Friday appealed to all political parties to ensure the smooth functioning of Parliament, urging Opposition MPs to participate in debates on important Bills instead of later alleging that the government ... read..

"History of making nonsensical statements:" BJP MP Nishikant Dubey backs Anurag Thakur's Privilege Motion against Rahul Gandhi

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 1:58:42 PM IST

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey on Friday extended support to Anurag Thakur's Privilege Motion against Rahul Gandhi over the latter's alleged unparliamentary remarks, claiming that Gandhi has a history of making baseless and nonsensical statements for a long time. ... read..

"Strategic necessity": BPCL Chairman Sanjay Khanna on next-generation "weather grade" diesel for Indian Army

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 1:58:38 PM IST

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) Chairman and Managing Director Sanjay Khanna on Friday highlighted the successful development of a next-generation "Xtreme Weather Grade (XWG) Diesel," calling it a strategic necessity for Indian Army soldiers s ... read..

Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai meets PM Modi, presents comprehensive roadmap for transformation of Bastar

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 1:58:27 PM IST

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Friday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Parliament House and held detailed discussions on key issues related to the state's development. ... read..

"Daga DSC, not Mega DSC": YSRCP demands Nara Lokesh's resignation over alleged recruitment scam

Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh) | July 31, 2026 1:58:25 PM IST

Leaders of the Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) on Friday submitted a representation to the District Collector's office in Vijayawada, demanding the immediate resignation of Andhra Pradesh Education Minister Nara Lokesh over alleged irregular ... read..

Ministry of Women and Child Development to observe World Breastfeeding Week from August 1-7

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 1:58:20 PM IST

The Ministry of Women and Child Development (WCD) will observe World Breastfeeding Week 2026 from August 1 to 7 across the country to raise awareness among families, communities and healthcare providers about the importance of breastfeeding for child and ... read..

Oppn slams Odisha Govt's "inadequate" flood response; asks why CM Majhi visited as lakhs remain affected

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | July 31, 2026 1:28:09 PM IST

The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) and the Congress party on Friday launched a scathing attack on the Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi-led Odisha government over its handling of the prevailing flood situation in the State. ... read..

Xtreme Weather Grade Diesel can be "game changer" for troops in extreme terrains: Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 1:28:07 PM IST

Indian Army chief General Dhiraj Seth on Thursday described the newly launched Xtreme Weather Grade (XWG) diesel, developed by Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), as a "real game changer" for the Indian Army's operations in high-altitude and extr ... read..

Lok Sabha adjourned till Monday amid Oppn sloganeering; Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill passed

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 1:28:05 PM IST

The Lok Sabha, which resumed proceedings at 12 noon on Friday, was adjourned for the day following heavy sloganeering by Opposition members who demanded the resignation of Union Home Minister Amit Shah. ... read..

Delhi HC seeks Delhi Police response on Sukesh Chandrasekhar's plea challenging MCOCA charges

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 1:28:01 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Friday issued notice to the Delhi Police on an appeal filed by Sukesh Chandrasekhar challenging the charges framed against him under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) in connection with the alleged Rs 200 crore ... read..

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