Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami surveyed disaster-hit areas, assuring residents of support. Approximately 274 stranded individuals, including tourists from various states, were evacuated from Gangotri. Rescue operations are ongoing with collaborative efforts from multiple agencies like police, SDRF, Army, and ITBP. Evacuees receive medical check-ups, and the Kedarnath Yatra was temporarily suspended due to heavy rainfall.

Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta denies the existence of a 'phansi ghar' (execution room) on the premises. He states the structure inaugurated by former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was actually a 'tiffin room'. The matter is now with the Privileges Committee for inquiry. Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and Ram Niwas Goel will be summoned.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused the Election Commission of India of electoral malpractices during the recent polls. Gandhi presented documents claiming to show over 100,000 stolen votes in a single assembly constituency. The alleged irregularities include duplicate voters, fake addresses, bulk voters at single addresses, invalid photos, and misuse of Form 6.

The Karnataka Election Commission has demanded Congress leader Rahul Gandhi provide a formal declaration and names of allegedly wrongfully included electors to support his «vote theft» claim. The poll body emphasized the transparent preparation of electoral rolls, stating election results can only be challenged via an Election Petition in High Court.

The Punjab State Commission for Women has summoned singers Karan Aujla and Yo Yo Honey Singh due to the use of objectionable language in their songs, specifically citing 'MF Gabru' and 'Millionaire.' The commission has requested the police to investigate the matter urgently and submit a report by August 11.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) notified the schedule for the election of the Vice President of India. The poll, if contested, will be held between 10 AM and 5 PM on September 9 at the First Floor of the Parliament House, a press note said.

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP-led central government of plotting to deprive citizens of their rights by revising the voter list, alleging a scheme to label Indians as Rohingyas and deport them. Banerjee criticized the Election Commission for bias and vowed to protest any removal of genuine voters.

A bench of Justices Dipanakar Datta and A G Masih rejected every argument raised by senior advocates Kapil Sibal and Mukul Rohatgi on behalf of Justice Varma and said the inquiry process scrupulously adhered to the in-house procedure laid down by the SC in its judgments.

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge strongly criticized the Modi government after the US imposed a 50% trade tariff on India, deeming it a significant foreign policy failure. Kharge accused the government of failing to protect India's economic interests and highlighted the potential damage to key sectors like MSMEs and agriculture. The ministry of external affairs called the US move «unfortunate».

Tragedy struck in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district as a CRPF vehicle accident near Kandva claimed the lives of three personnel and injured twelve others. Following the incident in the Basantgarh area, police initiated a rescue operation, promptly transferring the injured to a nearby hospital.

Shashi Tharoor has criticised the US imposition of a 25% tariff on India's crude oil imports from Russia, bringing the total tariff on Indian goods to 50%. He warned that this will make Indian products less competitive in the US market compared to countries with lower tariffs. The ministry of external affairs also expressed its disapproval of the US decision.

Congress MP Manish Tewari criticized the US' new tariff on India as «crude bullying,» expressing confidence in India's resilience. This follows President Trump's imposition of a 25% tariff on Indian crude oil imports from Russia, bringing the total to 50%. Rahul Gandhi also alluded to Trump's remarks about India and Russia in Parliament.

Donald Trump's administration has escalated trade tensions with India, imposing tariffs due to energy ties with Russia and stalled trade negotiations. This move, coupled with disagreements over diplomatic interventions and strategic alignments, has strained US-India relations. India is cautiously navigating this complex situation, balancing economic interests with its commitment to strategic autonomy and an independent foreign policy.

«For us, the interest of our farmers is our top priority. India will never compromise on the interests of farmers, fishermen and dairy farmers,» PM Modi said while speaking at the MS Swaminathan Centenary International Conference.

Data reveals the EU's significant role in Russia's fossil fuel revenues, surpassing India's contribution since the Ukraine conflict began. Despite Western sanctions, G7+ tankers transport over half of Russia's oil, highlighting a disconnect between policy and practice. While Russia's fossil fuel revenues have decreased, exports have increased, with India emphasizing its role in stabilizing global oil prices.

Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde declared Shiv Sena's unconditional support for the NDA's vice-presidential candidate, potentially influencing other alliance partners. This announcement, made after meetings with Amit Shah and Narendra Modi in Delhi, strengthens the BJP's chances in the upcoming election. Shinde also affirmed the 'Mahayuti' alliance's commitment to jointly contesting local body elections in Maharashtra.

PM Modi emphasized the need for India to attract global consumers, tourists, and students, urging citizens to enhance productivity. He highlighted the government's focus on infrastructure development and transparent governance, noting that over Rs 4.3 lakh crore has been saved by eliminating fraudulent beneficiaries through Jan Dhan, Aadhaar, and Mobile integration. Redevelopment of government offices will further save public expenditure.

A devastating flash flood in Dharali village was triggered by a massive collapse of glacial sedimentary deposits, not just heavy rain. Experts estimate an avalanche of 360 million cubic meters of debris flattened structures and claimed lives. The unstable glacial deposit, combined with steep terrain, accelerated the debris flow, leaving residents with no chance of escape.

Calcutta High Court's Jalpaiguri circuit bench commuted Aftab Alam's death sentence to life imprisonment without parole for 20 years in his uncle's murder case. The court emphasized reform over revenge, stating the trial court relied more on emotion than facts.

The Supreme Court overturned a murder conviction. The court stated that an accused's suspicious behavior isn't enough for a guilty verdict. There must be more evidence. The judges set aside earlier rulings. They emphasized conduct is just one factor. It needs strong support. An FIR admitting guilt is not fully admissible.

Two months post-launch, the central waqf portal, designed for uploading details of registered waqf properties, shows slow progress. Only 69 'makers of waqf' have submitted property details, with 663 initiating the process, and no properties approved yet.

The Supreme Court addressed the widespread practice of naming welfare schemes after politicians, both at the state and central levels. It overturned a Madras High Court order against Tamil Nadu's 'Ungaludan Stalin' scheme and penalized AIADMK MP C Ve Shanmugam with ₹10 lakh for singling out the TN scheme while similar schemes exist elsewhere.

Supreme Court judges are expressing serious concerns over a recent order by Justices Pardiwala and Mahadevan, which criticized an Allahabad High Court judge and removed him from criminal cases. This action is seen as a breach of established SC rulings that designate the High Court Chief Justice as the sole authority for case allocation.

CPI (M-L) criticizes the Election Commission for allegedly misleading the public about voter list deletions in Bihar. The party claims the EC hasn't provided booth-level lists of deleted names, hindering political parties' ability to verify exclusions.

The Centre refuted West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's claims of a conspiracy behind DVC's water release, asserting it was scientifically managed to prevent floods. Union Minister Paatil highlighted significantly higher rainfall and inflows compared to previous years. Despite Banerjee's allegations of increased discharge, Paatil emphasized the Damodar Valley Reservoir Regulation Committee's coordinated approach to balance flood control and water needs.

Congress MP KC Venugopal has accused the government of procedural manipulation after a Lok Sabha question regarding the auction of 13 offshore mining blocks was removed at the last minute. The question, initially listed by BJP MPs, concerned the socio-economic impact assessment and proximity to fishing villages.

PM Narendra Modi is likely to visit China for the Shanghai Cooperation Summit in late August, hosted by President Xi Jinping. Preparations are underway for India's participation, with a potential bilateral meeting between Modi and Xi on the agenda.

Directorate General of Civil Aviation took action against an Akasa Air official. A designated examiner faced suspension for six months. The reason was violation of rules during a pilot skill test. Akasa Air reported the violation voluntarily. The airline prioritizes safety. It expects all employees to maintain high standards. The DGCA order confirms the suspension.