A Yamunanagar court sentenced a man to seven years in prison for sexually assaulting and intimidating a minor Hindu girl, aiming to coerce her into a relationship with a Muslim juvenile. The court labeled the case as «love jihad,» imposing a ₹1 lakh fine and highlighting the threat to national sovereignty. The accused was convicted under POCSO and BNS sections.

Anmol Gagan Maan, an AAP MLA who previously represented Kharar and held tourism and hospitality portfolios, has resigned from the Punjab assembly and announced her departure from politics. Dropped from the cabinet a year prior, Maan expressed her decision on X, wishing the party well and hoping the Punjab government fulfills public expectations.

An Air India Express flight IX 110, carrying over 100 passengers to Phuket, Thailand, made an emergency return to Hyderabad airport shortly after takeoff due to a technical issue. The Boeing aircraft, which had already faced a 20-minute delay, departed at 6:40 am but landed back by 6:57 am.

In a shocking incident in Odisha's Puri district, a 15-year-old girl was attacked and set ablaze by three men on a bike. The victim, a Class IX dropout, is battling for her life at AIIMS Bhubaneswar with severe burns. Authorities are investigating the motive, suspecting a potential relationship issue.

In Kutch's Anjar, a tragic incident occurred where a 25-year-old ASI, Aruna Jadav, was murdered by her live-in partner, Dilip Jadav, a CRPF jawan, following a heated argument. Dilip Jadav strangled Aruna, and after realizing his actions, he attempted suicide but survived. He has surrendered to the police, who are currently investigating the sequence of events.

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has suspended four employees for allegedly practicing a non-Hindu religion, raising the total suspensions to five. This action followed a vigilance department report revealing “gross misconduct” and religious practices conflicting with the temple trust's code. The suspended employees include B Elizar, S Rosi, M Premavati, and Dr.

In Lucknow, a school van driver was arrested for allegedly raping a four-year-old girl and booked under the SC/ST and POCSO Acts. The survivor's mother reported the incident to the school manager on July 17, but no action was taken, prompting her to file an FIR.

Rahul Gandhi has challenged Prime Minister Narendra Modi's silence regarding Donald Trump's renewed assertions about mediating a ceasefire between India and Pakistan, specifically Trump's claim of 'five jets being shot down.

Jammu and Kashmir Police detained ten individuals for allegedly using encrypted messaging apps to coordinate terror activities under the direction of Pakistan-based handlers. Searches across multiple districts uncovered suspicious technical signatures, linking suspects to adversaries like Abdullah Gazi of LeT/JeM. The operation aims to disrupt terror activities, prevent youth radicalization, and dismantle the terror ecosystem in the region.

A preliminary report by the AAIB reveals that a helicopter crash near Gangnani, Uttarakhand, on May 8, 2025, resulted in six fatalities. The BELL 407 helicopter, operated by Aerotrans Services, crashed while attempting an emergency landing after descending from its assigned altitude. The main rotor struck a fiber cable, leading to the accident that killed five pilgrims and the pilot.

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar asserted that India makes independent decisions, uninfluenced by external powers. He emphasized that Operation Sindoor, India's counter-terror action, is ongoing in various forms, initiated to instill sanity and humanity. Dhankhar cautioned citizens against external narratives, affirming India's sovereignty and its commitment to peaceful coexistence within the global community, guided by mutual respect and diplomatic dialogue.

The Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) has taken legal action against Reuters and The Wall Street Journal over their coverage of the Air India Flight 171 crash in Ahmedabad. FIP demands a public apology for what it deems «selective and unverified reporting,» urging the outlets to cease speculative content and await the official AAIB report.

Shashi Tharoor, a senior Congress leader, lauded the US decision to designate The Resistance Front (TRF), a proxy of Lashkar-e-Tayyiba, as a Foreign Terrorist Organization. Tharoor stated this move would increase pressure on Pakistan to control its activities, especially after the Pahalgam attack. Following the attack, India initiated counterterror operations and selected Tharoor to lead a delegation to the US.

Tensions flared at Saket District Court as lawyers protested against Delhi Police for filing an FIR against advocates accused of assaulting a sub-inspector. The Saket Bar Association initiated a strike, barring police from entering the court. The conflict stems from an alleged assault on the sub-inspector within the court complex, prompting the bar's action and demands for justice.

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has strongly criticized the Nitish Kumar-led NDA government in Bihar, citing a breakdown of law and order due to recent murders and violent incidents. He accused the BJP of turning Bihar into a «Taliban» and alleged government helplessness in curbing criminal activities.

The NTSB criticized media coverage of the Air India Flight 171 crash preliminary report as premature and speculative. This follows the AAIB's release of its initial findings, which cited engine failure and cockpit confusion after takeoff from Ahmedabad. The AAIB urged against spreading unverified information and emphasized that the report only outlines events, not causes, pending a final, comprehensive analysis.

Following the US designation of The Resistance Front (TRF) as a Foreign Terrorist Organization after the Pahalgam massacre, China condemned the attack and advocated for increased regional counterterrorism cooperation. China's foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian voiced strong opposition to all forms of terrorism and supported US efforts to combat such acts, emphasizing the need for regional stability.

Donald Trump claimed he averted a major India-Pakistan conflict, stating the nuclear-armed nations were engaged in intense fighting with jets being shot down. He asserted his administration used trade negotiations to de-escalate the situation, linking trade deals to peaceful resolution.

Rajasthan is grappling with severe flooding after heavy downpours, prompting red alerts in several districts. Ajmer's Khwaja Garib Nawaz Dargah witnessed intense flooding, while a school van was stranded in Rajsamand, with children rescued by locals. Ajmer's hospital was also flooded, and residents are urged to stay indoors.

Following a father's determined advocacy for his daughter with an intellectual disability, Indian Railways has replaced the term «mental retardation» with «intellectual disability» on concession certificates. This change, prompted by a complaint filed with the court of the chief commissioner for persons with disabilities (CCPD), aims to ensure dignity and align with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.

The United States has designated The Resistance Front (TRF), a proxy for Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), as a Foreign Terrorist Organization following the Pahalgam massacre. This move strengthens India's case for a UN ban on TRF and highlights Pakistan's support for terrorism. The US action demonstrates commitment to counterterrorism and enforce justice for the Pahalgam attack, even as Pakistan denies the allegations.

In Durgapur, PM Modi launched BJP's campaign for the 2026 assembly polls, emphasizing the party's connection with Bengal by invoking local deities and icons. He accused TMC of endangering Bengal's identity through appeasement politics and vowed to investigate infiltrators.

Nayara Energy's Gujarat refinery becomes the first in India to face Western sanctions as the EU tightens restrictions on Russian oil exports, aiming to cut off funding for Moscow's war efforts. India opposes unilateral sanctions and emphasizes energy security, while the measures could impact Nayara's operations, exports, and Rosneft's stake sale plans.