The Punjab and Haryana High Court has summoned the IPS officer leading the Chandigarh Police SIT investigation into the alleged assault on Colonel Pushpinder Singh Bath by Punjab Police personnel in Patiala. Justice Rajesh Bhardwaj's directive follows Colonel Bath's plea accusing the SIT of shielding the accused cops.

The Supreme Court is set to examine the extent of parliamentary and legislative committees' authority to intervene in the quasi-judicial functions of the revenue department. This examination stems from a land dispute case in Uttar Pradesh, where a legislative committee's directions to revenue officers are alleged to have impinged on independent adjudication.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's visit to China marked a significant step in improving relations after years of border tensions. He met with President Xi Jinping and Wang Yi, discussing bilateral ties, border issues, and trade concerns. Both sides emphasized mutual respect and the importance of stable relations, with discussions also covering terrorism, trans-border rivers, and people-to-people exchanges.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi mourned the death of 114-year-old Fauja Singh, a veteran marathon runner who died in Punjab after being hit by a vehicle. Modi praised Singh's unique persona and his inspiration to Indian youth regarding fitness.

The Supreme Court has ruled that a secretly recorded private conversation between spouses is admissible as evidence in matrimonial disputes, clarifying it doesn't breach privacy rights. The court emphasized Section 122 of the Evidence Act protects marital communications but allows exceptions for fair trials. Modern technological advancements in recording also support the admissibility of such evidence.

A preliminary investigation into the Air India AI-171 crash on June 12th has ruled out mechanical failures, maintenance issues, fuel quality problems, and pilot medical conditions. CEO Campbell Wilson urged caution against premature conclusions, emphasizing that the investigation is ongoing.

To ease the financial burden on commuters during highway expansions, the road transport ministry has proposed halving the toll for two-lane highways being upgraded to four lanes. This reduction, from the current 60% to 30% of the normal toll, aims to compensate for the inconvenience caused by ongoing construction.

A Delhi court has reserved its order until July 29 on whether to acknowledge the Enforcement Directorate's chargesheet in the National Herald money laundering case. The ED alleges Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and others conspired to fraudulently take over properties worth over Rs 2,000 crore belonging to Associated Journals Ltd.

A recent RTI query reveals a concerning trend of engine malfunctions plaguing Indian airlines. Sixty-five in-flight engine shutdowns occurred between 2020 and 2025, accompanied by eleven 'Mayday' calls in just seventeen months. Experts attribute these incidents to technical issues like fuel contamination and turbine malfunction.

India celebrates the successful undocking of the Axiom-4 mission, marking astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla's return after 18 days on the ISS. Shukla, the second Indian in space, completed seven ISRO-backed microgravity experiments, paving the way for advancements in space-biotech. The mission, a public-private partnership, signifies India's progress towards space-driven biotech leadership, with the Dragon spacecraft expected to land in California.

President Murmu visited a student in the AIIMS Bhubaneswar burn unit who attempted self-immolation after alleging her sexual harassment claims against a professor were ignored. The incident occurred during a protest demanding action against the Head of the Education Department.

The Indian government has expressed its limitations to prevent the execution of Nimisha Priya, a Keralite nurse sentenced to death in Yemen for the murder of her business partner. On the possibility of blood money, he said, «Blood money is a private negotiation,» and stressed that the government could not be asked to act beyond its defined limits.

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.