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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..

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

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | July 31, 2026 1:27:55 PM IST

"Karnataka has water only for drinking, not irrigation; give us time till inflows improve:" Basavaraj Bommai on Cauvery water dispute

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 1:27:49 PM IST

Karnataka's former Chief Minister Basavaraj S Bommai on Friday asserted that the State currently has water only to meet drinking water requirements and not for agriculture, urging that the State be given more time until reservoir inflows improve before re ... read..

At Parliament complex, Pappu Yadav's 'priest' skit targets Centre on Ram Mandir donation theft row

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 1:27:43 PM IST

The Parliament complex turned into a stage on Friday, in an unusual display of protest, as opposition MPs used street theatre to target the central government over a range of issues, with the alleged Ram Mandir donation "theft" row taking centre stage. ... read..

9 dead in Bhiwandi building collapse: Maharashtra CM Fadnavis expresses grief, directs immediate FIR against those responsible

Thane (Maharashtra) | July 31, 2026 2:59:16 PM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday expressed grief over the building collapse in Bhiwandi, that has claimed nine lives so far and directed officials to register an FIR immediately and take strict action against those responsible. ... read..

Union Minister Annapurna Devi urges citizens to download Mission Shakti App for women, child safety services

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 12:58:15 PM IST

Union Minister for Women and Child Development Annapurna Devi on Friday urged citizens to download the Mission Shakti App, saying it provides quick access to key helpline services for the safety, assistance and empowerment of women and children. ... read..

"Oppn funding social media handles to target PM Modi": BJP's T Saikiran Goud on FIR over "morphed" posts against PM

Hyderabad (Telangana) | July 31, 2026 12:58:12 PM IST

After Hyderabad Cyber Crime police booked Meta India head and several others over alleged social media posts targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, T Saikiran Goud, a member of the BJP Telangana social media core committee, on Friday alleged that Opposit ... read..

"This is dictatorship": Chairman CP Radhakrishnan adjourns Rajya Sabha till Monday amid Oppn uproar

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 12:57:55 PM IST

The Rajya Sabha was adjourned for the day on Friday amid uproar by Opposition members over several issues, including alleged police action during the students' protest on July 20 over the NEET issue. ... read..

Dissent on Paper Leak Bill was "politically motivated": Kiren Rijiju hails anti-paper leak, urges Oppn not to disrupt House

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 12:29:00 PM IST

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Friday hailed the passage of the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, in the Parliament, stating that the legislation received support from a majority of the members. ... read..

'Why is he not attending Parliament?': CPI(M) MP V Sivadasan says PM Modi "not ready" for debates

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 12:28:58 PM IST

CPI(M) MP V Sivadasan on Friday hit out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, questioning his absence from parliamentary proceedings during the ongoing monsoon session and alleging that while the PM is active on social media, he is "not ready" to participate i ... read..

"Painful, traumatic for me and my 2-year-old daughter": Wife of injured Delhi Police ACP recalls July 20 protest clash

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 12:28:54 PM IST

The wife of a Delhi Police Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), who was injured during the July 20 clash between police and protesters in Delhi, recalled the impact of the incident on her family, describing her husband's return home as a "painful and t ... read..

Parliament Monsoon Session: Lok Sabha adjourned till 12 noon amid protests, ruckus

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 12:28:46 PM IST

Lok Sabha was adjourned on Friday till 12 noon by Speaker Om Birla amid sloganeering and ruckus against the police action against protestors ... read..

"He is bypassing Parliament": Congress MP K Suresh urges PM Modi to address Parliament on Examination Amendment Bill

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 12:28:45 PM IST

Congress MP K Suresh on Friday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not participating in the parliamentary debate on the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, alleging that the Prime Minister was bypassing Parliamen ... read..

"Aap BJP ke ho kya?": Rahul Gandhi's sharp retort to Delhi Police families' Press Conference

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 12:28:37 PM IST

Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday retorted with "Aap BJP ke ho kya" when asked about a press conference being held by family members of Delhi Police personnel who sustained injuries during the clashes linked with the July 20 s ... read..

"Amit Shah sansad se gayab kyun"? Oppn protests in Parliament complex against police action on students

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 11:58:02 AM IST

Opposition MPs on Thursday staged a protest at Makar Dwar in the Parliament complex while demanding a response from Union Home Minister Amit Shah over the July 20 police action against protesting students. ... read..

"Anybody opposing this Bill is assaulting national unity": CR Kesavan on passage of National Honour (Amendment) Bill

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | July 31, 2026 11:57:55 AM IST

BJP spokesperson CR Kesavan on Friday welcomed the passage of the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, in both Houses of Parliament, saying the legislation gives statutory protection to the national song Vande Mataram and accus ... read..

Delhi HC directs Google, others to remove 39 more videos in Isha Foundation defamation case

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 11:57:51 AM IST

The Delhi High Court has directed Google LLC and other defendants to remove 39 short videos and five English-language videos in a defamation suit filed by Isha Foundation, modifying its earlier interim order to clarify that these videos are also covered b ... read..

"Those who try to tear down achievers...": Rajeev Chandrasekhar hits out at Priyanka Gandhi over Kamakoti remarks

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 11:57:46 AM IST

Keralam Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Friday hit out at Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra over her remarks targeting IIT Madras Director Professor V Kamakoti, urging her to read about the academician's achievements and sai ... read..

"If there's even shred of shame left, get Amit Shah's resignation": Kharge to PM Modi

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 11:57:44 AM IST

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday hit out at the Centre over police action against protesting students during the July 20 'Sansad Chalo' march, alleging that the government used force against protesting youth and later filed FIRs and detaine ... read..

Centre returns Mekedatu DPR to Karnataka, seeks revised report in line with CWDT award: MoS Raj Bhushan Chaudhary

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 11:57:40 AM IST

The Centre has returned the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the proposed Mekedatu Balancing Reservoir-cum-Drinking Water Project to the Karnataka Minister of State for Jal Shakti, Raj Bhushan Chaudhary has informed Parliament. ... read..

Delhi HC issues notice on Umar Khalid's third bail plea in Delhi Riots conspiracy case

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 11:57:31 AM IST

The Delhi High Court on Friday issued notice on activist and former JNU scholar Umar Khalid's appeal challenging the trial court's July 4 order rejecting his third regular bail plea in the alleged larger conspiracy case related to the 2020 North-East Delh ... read..

KSAPS says HIV testing for college students "not mandatory", denies "rumours" of 7,000 students testing positive in Karnataka

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | July 31, 2026 11:57:27 AM IST

The Karnataka State AIDS Prevention Society (KSAPS) has strongly refuted viral social media claims and media reports alleging that HIV testing has been made mandatory for college students across the state. ... read..

Keralam stands to benefit across key export sectors under India-UK trade pact: British Deputy High Commissioner

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | July 31, 2026 11:57:25 AM IST

Keralam is expected to benefit across multiple export-oriented sectors under the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), with tariff reductions set to make trade between the state and the United Kingdom faster, easier and more cost-eff ... read..

After Narco Hunt, Now Graft: Chennithala's "Project Zero" Takes Aim at Systemic Corruption

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | July 31, 2026 11:57:19 AM IST

Fresh off the widely-acclaimed success of Operation Toofan: The Narco Hunt, his anti-narcotics campaign that mobilised Kerala's schools against drug abuse, Home and Vigilance Minister Ramesh Chennithala has launched a new front in public life -- a people' ... read..

Bihar: Police personnel arrested in Bharat Tiwari encounter case

Ara (Bihar) | July 31, 2026 11:58:04 AM IST

One police personnel who was allegedly involved in the Bharat Tiwari encounter case has been arrested, Ara Superintendent of Police said on Friday. ... read..

"Rahul Gandhi is frustrated": BJP MP Rahul Sinha accuses Congress MP of politicising student protests

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 11:27:25 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Rahul Sinha on Friday accused Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi of being "frustrated" and politicising student protests, alleging that the Congress leader was attempting to derive political mileage after fa ... read..

J-K: Landslide near Ramban's Ramsoo, authorities monitoring Bisleri Nala flow

Ramban (Jammu and Kashmir) | July 31, 2026 11:27:23 AM IST

A fresh landslide has been reported in the Ramsoo area of Ramban district of Jammu and Kashmir, partially affecting the flow of the Bisleri Nala located along National Highway 44 (NH-44), officials said on Friday. ... read..

Tushar Gandhi urges Keralam govt to quash FIRs against protesting students

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | July 31, 2026 10:58:03 AM IST

Noted social activist Tushar Gandhi, who is the great-grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, on Thursday requested the VD Satheesan-led Congress government in Keralam to remove police cases against NEET-UG protestors. He asserted that such measures are contrary to t ... read..

UMEED scheme enables over 2,000 women to start business in Jammu

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | July 31, 2026 10:57:59 AM IST

The UMEED scheme is helping women in Jammu become self-reliant, with over 2,000 women starting small businesses, including restaurants, dairy units, beauty parlours, boutiques and shops, after receiving training and financial support under the scheme. ... read..

"It is unfortunate": SP MP Awadhesh Prasad on PM, Home Minister's absence during Anti-Paper Leak Bill debate

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 10:57:57 AM IST

Samajwadi Party MP Awadhesh Prasad on Friday criticised the absence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah from the Lok Sabha during the discussion on the Anti-Paper leak Bill, saying, it was "unfortunate" that both the leaders ... read..

"Question paper leaked three times in Punjab without a word being said": Dilip Ghosh targets Arvind Kejriwal

Kolkata (West Bengal) | July 31, 2026 10:57:54 AM IST

West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh targeted AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal, saying that he comes to lead protests in Delhi but he has not spoken a word about the Punjab paper leak issue. ... read..

Manish Tewari seeks discussion on law to curb "mass political defections", moves adjournment motion notice in Lok Sabha

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 10:57:48 AM IST

Congress MP Manish Tewari on Friday moved an adjournment motion notice in the Lok Sabha seeking a discussion on the need for a new anti-defection law aimed at curbing what he termed "mass political defections" driven by opportunism, while safeguarding spa ... read..

Bhiwandi Building Collapse: Death toll rises to nine; NDRF officer injured during rescue operation in Thane

Thane (Maharashtra) | July 31, 2026 10:57:46 AM IST

The death toll in the Bhiwandi building collapse in Maharashtra's Thane district rose to nine as rescue teams recovered another body from the debris of a partially collapsed four-storey residential building on Friday. ... read..

"Step forward towards ensuring integrity, transparency": EAM Jaishankar on passage of Public Examination Bill

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 10:57:44 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has welcomed the passage of the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, by both Houses of Parliament, saying the legislation will strengthen the legal framework to prevent the use of unf ... read..

Odisha: Flood situation improves in Balasore, Jajpur; moderate flood expected in Mahanadi, says official

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | July 31, 2026 10:57:39 AM IST

The flood situation in several parts of Odisha is showing signs of improvement as water levels in major rivers continue to recede, though a "moderate" flood is expected in the Mahanadi river system, a senior official said on Friday. ... read..

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy announces pensions for Thalassemia, Sickle Cell patients; rollout from Aug 15

Hyderabad (Telangana) | July 31, 2026 10:57:33 AM IST

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Thursday announced the sanctioning of pensions to all patients suffering from Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Anaemia in the state from August 15. ... read..

"You cannot threaten Gen Z into silence": Rahul Gandhi targets PM Modi, Amit Shah

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 10:28:22 AM IST

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi on Friday intensified his attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, alleging that the Government was trying to silence Gen Z by filing FIRs and taking down social media ac ... read..

Thane: Death toll rises to 6, search for trapped residents continues in Bhiwandi building collapse

Thane (Maharashtra) | July 31, 2026 10:28:18 AM IST

The death toll in the building collapse in Bhiwandi in Maharashtra's Thane district rose to six on Friday as rescue teams continued intensive operations to search for people feared trapped under the debris of a partially collapsed four-storey residential ... read..

Caveat petition filed in SC to challenge order on Govt jobs for TN Karur stampede victims' kin

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 10:28:13 AM IST

A caveat petition has been filed in the Supreme Court on behalf of Seeni Ahmed, State Deputy Secretary of the Manithaneya Jananayaga Katchi (MJK), in connection with an appeal challenging the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court's order on government jo ... read..

Karnataka Rakshana Vedike protests CWRC order directing release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu

Ramanagara (Karnataka) | July 31, 2026 10:28:10 AM IST

Members of the Karnataka Rakshana Vedike led by Praveen Shetty's faction staged a massive protest in Ramanagara in the State on Thursday night, opposing the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee's (CWRC) directive of releasing 3500 cusecs of water to Tamil N ... read..

Uttarakhand: Residents in low-lying areas asked to relocate after Alaknanda crosses warning mark in Rudraprayag

Rudraprayag (Uttarakhand) | July 31, 2026 9:57:57 AM IST

Rising water levels in the Alaknanda River at Rudraprayag headquarters have crossed the warning mark, prompting the local administration to remain on high alert. The authorities have urged residents living along riverbanks and in vulnerable areas to stay ... read..

Dhar: Arrangements underway for Friday Namaz amid rain, says Tehsildar

Dhar (Madhya Pradesh) | July 31, 2026 9:57:49 AM IST

Amid heavy rainfall, authorities in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar are making arrangements for Friday Namaz at a parcel of land adjacent to the disputed Bhojshala/Kamal Maula complex, following the Supreme Court's directions, Dhar Tehsildar Dinesh Kumar Uikey said ... read..

Meta India head booked by Hyderabad Cyber Crime police over social media posts allegedly targeting PM Modi

Hyderabad (Telangana) | July 31, 2026 9:57:45 AM IST

Cybercrime police in Hyderabad have registered cases against operators of several Facebook and Instagram accounts and parent company Meta's India head over allegedly morphed and objectionable content targeting PM Narendra Modi during the Cockroach Janta P ... read..

Narayanpur Institute of Tribal and Rural Art paves way for development, preserves Bastar's culture by involving surrendered naxals

Narayanpur (Chhattisgarh) | July 31, 2026 9:57:44 AM IST

Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district has taken a step towards promoting development and preserving Bastar's cultural heritage through the Narayanpur Institute of Tribal and Rural Art (NITARA), an initiative of the district administration that involves surre ... read..

Karnataka cabinet expansion likely next week, as Congress MLAs pitch for ministerial berths

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | July 31, 2026 9:27:20 AM IST

With the Karnataka Cabinet expansion likely to take place early next week, several Congress MLAs on Friday openly pitched for ministerial berths, while many leaders indicated that the final decision would be taken by the party's high command after consult ... read..

Bhiwandi building collapse: Death toll rises to three as NDRF continues search and rescue operations

Thane (Maharashtra) | July 31, 2026 9:27:18 AM IST

The death toll in the Bhiwandi building collapse in Maharashtra's Thane district rose to three early on Friday morning, after rescuers recovered another body from the debris of a partially collapsed four-storey building. ... read..

132 KV power supply restored in J-K's Poonch after 10 days following flood-triggered disruption

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) | July 31, 2026 9:27:15 AM IST

The critical 132 KV electricity grid supply has been safely restored in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district after ten consecutive days of disruption caused by severe flash floods and continuous heavy rainfall. ... read..

Karnataka: Man kills wife, 7-month-old daughter with hammer in Ballari

Ballari (Karnataka) | July 31, 2026 9:27:13 AM IST

A man allegedly bludgeoned his wife and their seven-month-old daughter to death with a hammer in Ballari's Andhral area following a domestic dispute, police said. ... read..

Gujarat: Surat on high alert as storm approaches; NDRF & SDRF on standby

Surat (Gujarat) | July 31, 2026 9:27:12 AM IST

The government machinery in Surat has been placed on high alert as a storm originating from the Bay of Bengal approaches Gujarat. In anticipation of severe weather conditions, the state administration has intensified its preparedness to mitigate potential ... read..

TDP attacks on government employees must end: YSRCP

Tadepalli (Andhra Pradesh) | July 31, 2026 8:58:12 AM IST

YSRCP Employees and Pensioners Wing State President Nalamaaru Chandrasekhar Reddy strongly condemned the alleged attacks by TDP leaders on government employees and demanded immediate and stringent action against those responsible. ... read..

Monsoon Session: Lok Sabha to take up Births & Deaths Amendment Bill, SC Judges Bill; RS to table MSME Amendment Bill

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 8:58:07 AM IST

The Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha are set to take up several key legislative matters on Friday as part of the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament, with the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, and the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Am ... read..

Telangana Minister Sridhar Babu holds emergency review meeting over heavy rains in Peddapalli

Hyderabad (Telangana) | July 31, 2026 8:28:05 AM IST

In view of the heavy rains, Minister Sridhar Babu conducted an emergency review meeting on Thursday via video conference from the Dr BR Ambedkar Telangana Secretariat with MLAs, the District Collector, and senior officials to assess the ground situation i ... read..

Shraddha Walkar murder case: Brother moves Delhi HC seeking time-bound completion of trial, cites prolonged delay

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 8:28:01 AM IST

The brother of Shraddha Walkar has approached the Delhi High Court seeking directions for the time-bound completion of the trial in the sensational 2022 murder case, alleging that prolonged delays have delayed justice for the family and prevented them fro ... read..

President Murmu says 'Bastar Pandum' strengthens tribal identity, hails Bastar's development transformation

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 7:27:50 AM IST

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said Bastar Pandum is not merely a cultural event but a celebration of Bastar's rich traditions and cultural identity, adding that it has played an important role in reconnecting the youth with their heritage while pro ... read..

Two Himachal Police women constables allege harassment by senior officer; Shimla Police orders preliminary inquiry

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | July 31, 2026 6:58:10 AM IST

Two women constables serving with the Himachal Pradesh Police orchestra, Harmony of the Pines, have lodged a complaint at the Women Police Station in Shimla alleging mental harassment by a senior police officer and defamation by a local resident, promptin ... read..

Delegation from Bastar Mandal calls on the President Murmu

President Murmu says 'Bastar Pandum' strengthens tribal identity, hails Bastar's development transformation

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 6:58:07 AM IST

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy announces foreign study tours for government teachers every year

Hyderabad (Telangana) | July 31, 2026 5:57:22 AM IST

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy announced that foreign study tours will be arranged for government teachers every year on the lines of IAS and IPS officers embarking on other country visits to acquire knowledge and upgrade their skills in adminis ... read..

Tripura: CM Manik Saha inaugurates Rs 8.9 crore development projects in Khowai

Agartala (Tripura) | July 31, 2026 5:27:26 AM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said that the present state government is working with priority for the overall development of the state. ... read..

Shimla constable suspended after approaching governor over transfer; CM Sukhu says governor's action taken under service rules

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | July 31, 2026 5:27:22 AM IST

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Thursday said the constitutional office of the Governor would be accorded due respect and any communication from Raj Bhavan would be considered appropriately, even as a Himachal Pradesh Police constable was suspend ... read..

"This is a day of great happiness": BJP MP Tarun Chugh hails passage of Public Examinations Amendment Bill

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 4:57:24 AM IST

BJP MP Tarun Chugh welcomed the passage of the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, in the Rajya Sabha, saying the legislation gives utmost priority to the future of students while accusing the INDI Alliance of trying to ... read..

Palam fire inquiry report flags MCD, Delhi Fire Services lapses; 9 killed, 3 injured

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 3:57:23 AM IST

The Magisterial Inquiry Report into the Palam fire incident of March 18, 2026, has been submitted to the Home Department, which found that nine people, including seven women, died in the incident, while three others were injured, an official statement sai ... read..

Madhya Pradesh: Dhar Collector inspects Bhojshala premises, reviews arrangements in view of SC directives

Dhar (Madhya Pradesh) | July 31, 2026 3:57:21 AM IST

Dhar Collector Rajeev Ranjan Meena inspected the Bhojshala premises along with police and administrative officials to review preparations and assess the arrangements required in view of the Supreme Court's directives. ... read..

Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai holds detailed discussions with Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to expedite Key rail projects in Chhattisgarh

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | July 31, 2026 3:27:37 AM IST

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai met Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw during his visit to New Delhi on Thursday. ... read..

Delhi Minister Ashish Sood clarifies no action against peaceful protesting students, except those facing criminal cases

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 2:58:03 AM IST

Delhi Minister Ashish Sood on Thursday clarified that students who participated in protests to voice their dissent would not face action, while stating that the exemption would not apply to those already facing criminal charges or involved in violence and ... read..

LG VK Saxena approves declaring 23 heritage sites in Ladakh as "Protected Monuments"

Leh (Ladakh) | July 31, 2026 3:57:27 AM IST

In a landmark initiative aimed at safeguarding Ladakh's rich archaeological, historical and cultural heritage, Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh Vinai Kumar Saxena has approved a notification for declaring 23 heritage sites across the Union Territory as "Prot ... read..

Fake Medicine Racket bribery case: Delhi court grants bail to N Raja, accused of conspiracy to manipulate CBI probe

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 1:28:14 AM IST

A CBI Court at Rouse Avenue, Delhi, on Thursday granted bail to businessman N Raja. He has been arrested by the CBI for alleged conspiracy to manipulate the ongoing CBI investigation in a case linked with an alleged fake medicine racket in Puducherry. ... read..

Vice-Chancellors, academics seek apology from Priyanka Gandhi over remarks on IIT Madras Director V Kamakoti

Surat (Gujarat) | July 31, 2026 1:28:01 AM IST

Vice-Chancellors, former Vice-Chancellors and senior academicians from universities across the country have expressed strong displeasure over Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's remarks concerning IIT Madras Director Professor V Kamakoti, with several uni ... read..

"Modi govt today set a significant milestone": Amit Shah hails passage of Public Examinations Amendment Bill

New Delhi | July 31, 2026 1:27:56 AM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday welcomed the passage of the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, in Parliament, saying the legislation will act as a strong deterrent against crimes that undermine the credibility ... read..

"37.1 lakh women to receive Rs 1,250 under Orunodoi scheme from Aug 1": Assam CM Himanta Biswa

Guwahati (Assam) | July 30, 2026 11:58:10 PM IST

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday announced that Aadhaar-seeded transfers under the Orunodoi scheme will resume from August 1, with 37.1 lakh women beneficiaries set to receive Rs 1,250 each and beneficiaries in flood-affected areas wil ... read..

"Paper leak mafia will not be spared": PM Modi says 'promise fulfilled' as Parliament clears Public Examination Amendment Bill

New Delhi | July 30, 2026 11:58:05 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday welcomed Parliament's passage of the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, saying the legislation marks a significant step towards creating a reliable examination system and reitera ... read..

"Justice will prevail, Appala Raju will come out": YSRCP Chief Jagan Reddy slams coalition govt for vindictive politics

Srikakulam (Andhra Pradesh) | July 30, 2026 11:58:03 PM IST

Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Thursday slammed the state government for the arrest of former minister Seediri Appala Raju in "false cases," and said he would stand with the family. ... read..

Gujarat tops NITI Aayog's Investment Friendliness Index 2026; CM calls state India's preferred investment destination

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | July 30, 2026 11:28:40 PM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Thursday said that state has emerged as the country's most preferred investment destination, securing the top position in NITI Aayog's Investment Friendliness Index 2026, while highlighting the state's strong indu ... read..

Govt steps up cybersecurity measures against AI threats, committed to safe cyberspace: MoS Jitin Prasada

New Delhi | July 30, 2026 11:28:37 PM IST

The Government of India is cognizant of evolving cybersecurity threats and challenges, including those arising from artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled cyber threats, Union Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology Jitin Prasada inform ... read..

SC reserves order on referring matter of appointment of CEC, ECs to larger bench

New Delhi | July 30, 2026 11:28:35 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Thursday reserved its judgment on whether the pleas challenging the validity of the 2023 law relating to the appointment of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and Election Commissioners, which dropped the CJI from the selection pan ... read..

Home Minister should provide answer on police action against protestors: CJP

New Delhi | July 30, 2026 11:28:30 PM IST

Cockroach Janta Party Chief Spokesperson Saurav Das on Thursday demanded that Union Home Minister Amit Shah explain the actions taken by police against protestors on July 20. ... read..

Gujarat announces financial relief for flood-hit traders in Valsad, Navsari

Gujarat announces financial relief for flood-hit traders in Valsad and Navsari

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | July 30, 2026 11:28:27 PM IST

Gujarat government spokesperson and Minister Jitubhai Vaghani on Thursday announced a financial rehabilitation package for traders affected by heavy rains and flooding in Valsad and Navsari districts, according to the Chief Minister's Office. ... read..

Gujarat launches Rs 25 crore marketing support scheme to connect Sakhi mandal products to e-commerce platforms

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | July 30, 2026 11:28:22 PM IST

To make rural women associated with Sakhi Mandals financially Atmanirbhar and increase their income, the Gujarat Livelihood Promotion Company Limited (GLPC) has launched the 'Marketing Support Scheme'. ... read..

Amid uproar, Parliament clears anti-paper leak, Vande Mataram bills

New Delhi | July 30, 2026 11:28:20 PM IST

The ninth day of the Monsoon Session of Parliament was yet again full of disruptions and uproar, but also witnessed significant legislative business as the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, was passed in the Rajya Sabh ... read..

No traffic movement tomorrow on Jammu-Srinagar National Highway in view of maintenance

Ramban (Jammu and Kashmir) | July 30, 2026 11:28:18 PM IST

Jammu and Kashmir Authorities announced a complete suspension of traffic movement on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) on July 31 to allow urgent repair and restoration works following recent heavy downpours across the Union Territory. ... read..

CR Patil leads push to resolve Mahanadi water dispute, holds talks with Odisha, Chhattisgarh CMs

New Delhi | July 30, 2026 11:28:17 PM IST

Union Minister of Jal Shakti, CR Paatil, on Thursday chaired a meeting with Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai and Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi to facilitate an amicable settlement of the Mahanadi Water Dispute. ... read..

CM Dhami inaugurates Kalash Bandhan Maha rally in Bhagwanpur on 650th birth anniversary of Sant Guru Ravidas

Haridwar (Uttarakhand) | July 30, 2026 10:58:38 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the Kalash Bandhan Maha Rally organised at Chudiyala, Bhagwanpur, on the occasion of the 650th birth anniversary of Sant Shiromani Guru Ravidas Ji. ... read..

Gujarat Roads and Buildings Department ensures swift restoration amid extremely heavy rainfall across state

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | July 30, 2026 10:58:33 PM IST

Amid the recent unprecedented and extremely heavy rainfall across Gujarat, the State's Roads and Buildings Department delivered commendable service in the interest of citizens. Between July 23 and 27, torrential rainfall across several districts caused se ... read..

Sikkim MP Subba meets PM Modi; submits Memorandum demanding ST status for 12 communities, assembly seat reservation

New Delhi | July 30, 2026 10:58:29 PM IST

In a major push for the state's tribal rights and constitutional representation, Sikkim Lok Sabha Member of Parliament Dr. Indra Hang Subba called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his office in Parliament House, New Delhi, on Thursday. ... read..

J-K Police attaches properties of five Pakistan-based terror handlers in Reasi

Reasi (Jammu and Kashmir) | July 30, 2026 10:58:25 PM IST

Delivering a major blow to the terror ecosystem, Reasi Police in Jammu and Kashmir has attached the immovable properties of five alleged Pakistan-based terror handlers during the investigation of an FIR registered under the relevant provisions of the Bhar ... read..

Gujarat: CM Bhupendra Patel interacts with villagers, schoolchildren on Guru Purnima

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | July 30, 2026 10:58:23 PM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has set aside protocol and halted his convoy while travelling to Shamlaji to offer prayers, interacting with villagers and schoolchildren along the way on the occasion of Guru Purnima on Wednesday. ... read..

26/11 Mumbai attack case: NIA Court allows Tahawwur Rana to make telephonic call to daughter

New Delhi | July 30, 2026 10:58:22 PM IST

Special NIA Court at Patiala House complex, New Delhi, on Thursday allowed the plea of Tahawwur Hussain Rana to make a telephone call to his daughter. Rana is an alleged mastermind of the 26/11 Mumbai Terror attack case of 2008. ... read..

Delhi Court set to sentence Tahir Hussain, 4 others in IB Officer Ankit Sharma's murder case

New Delhi | July 30, 2026 10:58:20 PM IST

Delhi's Karkardooma court will pronounce an order on the sentence to be awarded to Tahir Hussain and four other Convicts in the Intelligence Bureau (IB) official Ankit Sharma murder case of 2020. He was murdered during the North East Delhi riots in Februa ... read..

"Technology delayed is technology denied": Air Force chief calls for deep-tech push to strengthen India's drone warfare readiness

New Delhi | July 30, 2026 10:58:18 PM IST

Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, on Thursday underscored the transformative role of unmanned aerial systems and counter-drone technologies in modern warfare and emphasised that sustained collaboration among the armed forces, ind ... read..

Delhi govt issues show-cause notice to Vikaspuri Private School operating without fire safety clearance

New Delhi | July 30, 2026 10:28:03 PM IST

The Delhi Government has issued a Show Cause Notice to the management of a private school in Vikaspuri after a surprise inspection exposed life-threatening safety hazards and financial fraud. ... read..

Anti-paper leak Bill passed in Rajya Sabha amid opposition walkout

New Delhi | July 30, 2026 10:27:58 PM IST

The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, was passed in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday. The Bill proposes stricter penalties, time-bound investigations and Special Fast Track Courts to curb cheating and paper leaks in public ... read..

PM Modi calls on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan

New Delhi | July 30, 2026 10:27:51 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday met President Droupadi Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in the national capital. The high-level interaction brought together the nation's top leadership for a formal meeting at the presidential residence. ... read..

MP Govt, Centre sign MoU to set up India's first telecom manufacturing zone in Gwalior

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | July 30, 2026 10:27:49 PM IST

The Madhya Pradesh government and the Government of India on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish India's first Telecom Manufacturing Zone in Gwalior, aimed to boost telecom and electronics manufacturing, attracting investments ... read..

Anurag Thakur moves privilege motion against Rahul Gandhi over unparliamentary remarks in Lok Sabha

New Delhi | July 30, 2026 9:58:06 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Anurag Singh Thakur on Thursday moved a notice of breach of privilege and contempt of the House against Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi over the use of unparliamentary remarks during the Lok Sabha proceedings on July 29. ... read..

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