The Supreme Court emphasized the importance of freedom of speech and expression, urging citizens to practice self-regulation to avoid state intervention regarding offensive social media posts. The court is considering guidelines to regulate online content while hearing a case involving Wazahat Khan, who faces multiple FIRs for controversial tweets.
Tejashwi Yadav refuted the Election Commission's claims of finding illegal immigrants in Bihar's electoral rolls, blaming the BJP-NDA government for border security lapses. He questioned the timing and motives behind the claims, highlighting the long-standing ties between Bihar and Nepal, and the presence of Nepalese citizens in Indian security forces.
The Supreme Court emphasized the importance of freedom of speech and expression, urging citizens to practice self-regulation to avoid state intervention regarding offensive social media posts. The court is considering guidelines to regulate online content while hearing a case involving Wazahat Khan, who faces multiple FIRs for controversial tweets.
A political firestorm erupts in Bihar over alleged illegal foreign nationals on voter lists, as BJP's Sanjay Jaiswal slams RJD's Tejashwi Yadav for dismissing the reports. Jaiswal demands an apology, calling Yadav uneducated and irresponsible. Tejashwi questions the timing and intent of the Election Commission's revision, claiming it's politically motivated and an eyewash.
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, India's first astronaut to the ISS, is returning to Earth on Tuesday after an 18-day mission. The Dragon spacecraft is set to undock on Monday, with splashdown expected off California. Shukla, along with three other astronauts, conducted over 60 experiments during their stay.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Chinese Vice President Han Zheng in Beijing, expressing optimism about improved bilateral ties following a meeting between PM Modi and President Xi Jinping. He conveyed India's support for China's SCO presidency and highlighted the resumption of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra.
In anticipation of the annual Braj Mandal Jalabhishek Yatra, authorities in Haryana's Nuh district have suspended mobile internet and bulk SMS services to prevent communal tension. Security measures include deploying 2,500 personnel, setting up checkpoints, and using drones and video cameras.
LG Manoj Sinha acknowledged the Pahalgam terror attack as a Pakistan-sponsored act aimed at inciting communal division and destabilizing J&K's economy. He took responsibility for the security failure, emphasizing that such attacks won't be tolerated. Despite the incident impacting tourism, Sinha highlighted Operation Sindoor's deterrent effect and the commitment to reopening tourist destinations with enhanced security.
In a shocking incident, a 45-year-old lawyer, Jitendra Kumar Mehta, was fatally shot in Patna's Sultanganj area while returning from a tea stall. He succumbed to his injuries at Patna Medical College Hospital. Police are investigating the attack, recovering bullet shells and examining CCTV footage.
The US FAA and Boeing have privately communicated that fuel switch locks on Boeing planes are safe, according to a document and sources. This notification followed a preliminary report into a Boeing 787-8 crash that raised concerns about engine fuel cutoff switches.
Indian Railways will install CCTV cameras in all coaches and locomotives to enhance passenger safety and prevent crimes. Each coach will have four cameras, while locomotives will have six, ensuring high-quality footage even at high speeds and in low light.
A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court against Uttar Pradesh government. The petition challenges the directive for shopkeepers to display QR codes at eateries along the Kanwar Yatra route. These codes would reveal owner details. Petitioners argue this violates a previous Supreme Court order. The court had restricted mandatory display of owner identities.
The health ministry is mandating «oil and sugar boards» in central institutions like AIIMS Nagpur to highlight hidden fats and sugars in common snacks. This initiative aims to combat the rising obesity crisis in India, where a significant portion of the population is projected to be overweight by 2050.
The J&K government is actively working to dismantle the terror ecosystem while simultaneously supporting families victimized by terrorism. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha distributed job letters to the next-of-kin of terror victims, addressing past neglect and hardship. The scheme provides jobs, financial aid, FIR assistance, and property restoration, aiming to deliver justice and economic stability to affected families.
After a video went viral showing an autorickshaw driver refusing to speak Marathi, a group of men, allegedly from Shiv Sena (UBT), assaulted him. The driver, Raju Patwa, was traced and forced to apologize for his defiance.
Following the AAIB's preliminary report on the Air India 171 crash, the ICPA has strongly condemned the speculation of pilot suicide. The union emphasized that pilots undergo rigorous screening and training, deeming such insinuations irresponsible and insensitive.
President Droupadi Murmu nominated lawyer Ujjwal Nikam, retired diplomat Harsh Vardhan Shringla, RSS worker C Sadanandan Master, and historian Meenakshi Jain to the Rajya Sabha, filling vacancies that had been pending for nearly a year. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised their contributions, highlighting Nikam's legal expertise, Shringla's diplomatic service, Master's resilience, and Jain's work in preserving cultural heritage.
Bihar's electoral roll revision has reportedly uncovered illegal immigrants from Nepal, Bangladesh, and Myanmar attempting to register as voters using fraudulent documents. This claim has sparked political controversy, with RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav dismissing the reports as baseless.
A new group of 7,049 pilgrims embarked on the Shri Amarnath Yatra from Jammu's Bhagwati Nagar on Sunday, proceeding towards the holy cave shrine in the Himalayas under stringent security.
Relatives of the Air India crash victims are denouncing the preliminary probe as a cover-up, alleging it protects the airline, Boeing, and the Indian government. Families are rejecting compensation offers and planning legal action, suspecting mechanical faults or maintenance issues rather than pilot error.
Authorities in J&K barred Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and other political figures from visiting the 1931 martyrs' graveyard in Srinagar, leading to widespread detentions and restrictions. Omar criticized the clampdown, likening the 1931 uprising to Jallianwala Bagh, while the BJP contested the narrative of martyrdom. The events highlight ongoing tensions and differing perspectives on Kashmir's history and political landscape.
Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Commander of the Indian Army's northern command, visited Bimber Gali Brigade to assess operational readiness along the Pir Panjal region, including Poonch and Rajouri districts. Accompanied by senior officers, he emphasized maintaining an aggressive posture and uninterrupted surveillance to neutralize emerging threats.
Delhi University student Sneha Debnath, 19, was found dead in the Yamuna River after going missing on July 7. A suicide note and messages indicating emotional distress prompted a week-long search. Police and NDRF conducted an extensive search operation, leading to the recovery of her body near the Geeta Colony flyover.
A lawyer, Jitendra Mahato, was fatally shot in Patna's Sultanganj, intensifying concerns over Bihar's security. This incident, following the recent killings of a BJP leader and a businessman, has fueled opposition criticism of the Nitish Kumar government. While police investigate motives and review CCTV footage, Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary denies organized crime in Bihar.
A political row has erupted in Jammu and Kashmir after Omar Abdullah likened the 1931 Srinagar killings to the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, drawing sharp criticism from the BJP, who accused him of glorifying rioters and distorting history. J&K deputy chief minister Surinder Choudhary responded by accusing the BJP of using communal politics.
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan demonstrated swift action by halting his convoy in Bhopal to aid a youth injured in a road accident. Chouhan ensured the victim's immediate transport to a nearby hospital and contacted the doctor, emphasizing the need for urgent medical attention. He also assigned a team member to stay with the injured person.
Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, echoing Rakesh Sharma, declared India looks magnificent from space as he concludes his historic mission on the ISS. Launched via a private spaceflight as part of the Axiom-4 mission, Shukla conducted over 60 experiments, marking a milestone for India's space collaboration. His journey symbolizes India's ambitious and globally engaged presence in space exploration.
Suspended Congress MLC Teenmaar Mallanna alleges an assassination attempt orchestrated by Telangana Jagruthi members at BRS MLC K Kavitha's instigation, following his remarks about her. Mallanna's security guard fired in self-defense as protesters stormed his office, prompting a police complaint.