Fauja Singh, the 114-year-old marathon runner, passed away after being hit by a car. His funeral took place with state honors in his native village of Beas. Many people including Governor Gulab Chand Kataria and Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann paid their respects. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also shared a message.
The Union government is poised to introduce a sports governance bill in Parliament, aiming to bolster India's bid for the 2036 Olympic Games. This bill proposes establishing a National Sports Board to oversee national sports governing bodies and ensure compliance. It mandates athlete representation within these bodies and introduces a National Sports Election Panel for fair elections.
A UGC fact-finding committee has implicated KIIT University in the suicides of two students, citing illegal activities and criminal liability. The report highlights failures in handling sexual harassment complaints, substandard hostel conditions, and excessive student intake. The UGC is considering freezing expansion and pursuing departmental action against responsible officials due to the university's negligence.
A political storm erupted in Maharashtra after videos surfaced allegedly showing Agriculture Minister Manikrao Kokate playing an online card game during an assembly session. The controversy escalated when members of Chhava Sanghatna protested at an NCP press conference, demanding Kokate's resignation, leading to violence between NCP workers and activists.
S Jaishankar recounted his UPSC interview experience coinciding with the revocation of the Emergency on March 21, 1977. He actively participated in the 1977 election campaign against the Emergency. This experience taught him the importance of clear communication under pressure and highlighted the potential disconnect between those in power and the public sentiment, which he termed the 'Lutyens' bubble'.
In Mankhurd, Mumbai, a 43-year-old man named Sohail Hasan Khan was arrested after his pit bull attacked and injured an 11-year-old boy. Khan allegedly released the dog on the child, who was playing in an auto-rickshaw, resulting in injuries to the boy's chin. He was released after being given notice.
Bihar Police, in collaboration with Kolkata Police and STF, have apprehended Taushif alias Badshah, the primary suspect in the Paras hospital murder case where Chandan Mishra was fatally shot by gunmen. Nishu Khan and two others were also detained, revealing the murder conspiracy was hatched at Khan's residence.
Prime Minister Modi is set to visit the UK and the Maldives from July 23-26, strengthening international ties. In the UK, he'll meet PM Starmer and King Charles III, aiming to sign a Free Trade Agreement. Subsequently, he will visit the Maldives as a guest of honor at their Independence Day celebrations.
The Monsoon Session of Parliament is set to begin with a contentious atmosphere as the opposition INDIA bloc and the BJP-led government clash on issues like the Pahalgam attack, Operation Sindoor, and foreign policy. Several bills are slated for consideration, including those related to sports governance, geoheritage sites, and mining regulations.
A Bengaluru resident humorously highlighted the city's infamous traffic congestion in an Instagram post. The post claims a traveler reached Dubai while the poster was still stuck in Bengaluru traffic. This relatable scenario sparked a massive online discussion, with many users sharing similar experiences of traffic delays rivaling international flight times.
In a joint operation, Bihar's SIT and Bengal STF apprehended five individuals in Kolkata's Anandapur, linked to the murder of Chandan Mishra in a Patna hospital. A getaway car was seized, and the suspects were identified via CCTV footage. Earlier, five others were detained in New Town for allegedly assisting the gang.
Satellite imagery from June 2025 appears to confirm an Indian missile strike on Pakistan's Kirana Hills in May, a site linked to Pakistan's nuclear program. While India initially denied targeting the area during Operation Sindoor, the images reveal an impact location. The images also show repaired runways at Sargodha airbase, suggesting damage from Indian strikes and the base's strategic importance.
In Himachal Pradesh's Sirmaur district, two brothers from the Hatti tribe married the same woman, Sunita Chauhan, reviving the traditional practice of polyandry known as «Jodidara.» The three-day celebration in Shillai village drew hundreds of attendees, highlighting the tribe's unique cultural heritage. This custom, though rare, continues to be socially accepted in the region.
Shashi Tharoor, a Congress MP, emphasized that national interests should take precedence over party loyalty, referencing Nehru's words. This statement comes amid internal criticism within the Congress party, particularly after Tharoor's support for the government on national security matters and praise for PM Modi's diplomatic efforts.
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.
