V.S. Achuthanandan, the veteran Marxist leader, former Kerala CM, and CPM founding member, passed away at 101 after battling health issues. A key figure in Kerala's communist movement, Achuthanandan dedicated his life to fighting for the working class and challenging corruption.

Families of victims of the 11/7 Mumbai train blasts expressed shock and disbelief at the acquittal of all 12 accused. Many questioned who would be held accountable for the deaths and injuries, with some demanding reinvestigation. Several victims' families, still grappling with the tragedy's impact, highlighted the ongoing struggles and the void left by their loved ones.

In 2015, a special MCOCA court convicted twelve individuals for the 2006 Mumbai train bombings, rejecting claims of Indian Mujahideen's involvement. Five were sentenced to death for planting bombs, while seven received life sentences. The judge dismissed torture allegations and emphasized the convicts' active role, deeming them a SIMI-affiliated crime syndicate.

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has declared the strict implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) with a cut-off date of December 31, 2014, for immigrants seeking Indian citizenship. This stance has widened the gap with coalition partner Tipra Motha, which advocates for recognizing migrants entering after the 1971 Bangladesh war as illegal.

Trinamool Congress plans its 2026 assembly election strategy. The party will focus on Bengal's sentiment. Mamata Banerjee called for a renewed language movement. She urged supporters to protest attacks on their language. Banerjee asked TMC MPs to protest against violence against Bengal in Parliament. She targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi and called for change at the Centre.

NCP's Sunil Tatkare hinted at potential action against agriculture minister Manikrao Kokate after a video surfaced showing him playing Junglee Rummy during an assembly session. Tatkare emphasized the need for responsible conduct, especially during the agrarian crisis. Speculation arises about Kokate's possible removal from the cabinet due to the incident and past improper remarks.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has instructed officials to grant land ownership to over 10,000 families displaced from East Pakistan between 1960 and 1975, now residing in areas around Pilibhit, Lakhimpur, Bijnor, and Rampur.

Two BITS Pilani students have developed high-speed, radar-proof kamikaze drones, assembling them in their hostel room. Their startup, Apollyon Dynamics, has already secured orders from Indian Army units across multiple states. These drones, capable of reaching 300kmph and delivering 1kg payloads, aim to reduce India's reliance on imported defense technology. The team of students also provides training to military personnel.

The Bombay High Court acquitted all accused in the train blasts case, deeming confessions extracted by the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) as inadmissible due to «barbaric and inhuman» torture. Accusations included severe physical abuse and psychological coercion, leading the court to question the validity of the confessions. The court also highlighted procedural lapses in invoking MCOCA, further undermining the prosecution's case.

In a significant setback for Congress, Udit Narayan Pradhan, the Odisha NSUI president, was arrested for allegedly raping a 19-year-old student in Bhubaneswar. The survivor filed a police complaint alleging that Pradhan drugged and sexually assaulted her in a hotel in March, prompting his immediate suspension by NSUI. The arrest follows increased scrutiny of crimes against women in Odisha.

Meta and Google, under ED investigation for hosting ads of illegal betting sites, have been granted an extension until July 28 to appear before the agency. They requested more time to gather documents related to the probe into betting sites that allegedly defrauded Indian citizens of crores.

An ED special court convicted Abhay Srivastava, former Nalco CMD, his wife, and two associates for money laundering. They were found guilty of receiving bribes from contractors in exchange for a coal supply tender. The investigation revealed illicit funds were used to purchase and conceal gold bars, stored in a bank locker operated by Srivastava's wife.

An appellate tribunal has significantly reduced the penalty imposed on PwC by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for Foreign Exchange Management Act (Fema) violations. Originally penalized Rs 230 crore for allegedly receiving illegal foreign direct investment, the tribunal slashed the fine to Rs 81 crore.

Air India received nine show-cause notices for safety violations, with one enforcement action completed, according to Union minister Murlidhar Mohol. While a Dreamliner crash occurred, no adverse reliability trends were reported. The government acknowledged staff shortages in key aviation agencies like DGCA, BCAS, and AAI, but stated that operations haven't been impacted, and recruitment efforts are ongoing to address the shortfall.

The Bombay High Court's acquittal of all 12 accused in the 2006 Mumbai train bombings has sparked widespread condemnation. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis deemed the verdict «very shocking» and announced the state's intention to challenge it in the Supreme Court.

The Congress party stepped up attack on Shashi Tharoor as the Parliament's monsoon session begins. Senior Kerala leaders urged Tharoor to resign on his own due to his pro-Modi stance on key policy issues.

Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned as vice president, citing health concerns and following medical advice, a position he held since 2022. His resignation triggers a constitutional process for the Election Commission to promptly organize an election to fill the vacancy. The vice president also serves as the ex-officio chairman of the Rajya Sabha.

Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned as Vice President, citing health reasons, shortly after addressing the Rajya Sabha. He raised concerns about an impeachment motion against a high court judge and unclaimed cash found in the House. Dhankhar emphasized the need for transparency and integrity within Parliament.

Officials reported that between 1960 and 1975, following the Partition, thousands of displaced families from East Pakistan were resettled in the districts of Pilibhit, Lakhimpur Kheri, Bijnor, and Rampur.

An IndiGo flight 6E 813, en route from Goa to Indore, experienced a technical issue just before landing on Monday. According to an IndiGo spokesperson, the aircraft landed safely in Indore and will undergo thorough checks as per protocol before resuming operations.

Uttar Pradesh Police arrested three men for circulating a fake video, falsely claiming the killing of Muslims and aiming to incite communal tensions during Kanwar Yatra. The accused, Nadeem, Mansher, and Rahees, confessed their motive. Police suspect possible involvement of Pakistan-based ISI handlers. The video, originating from Pakistan, was shared on WhatsApp groups with false audio claiming Bajrang Dal involvement.

Air India faces scrutiny following a tragic crash of Flight AI171, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, resulting in 260 fatalities. Minister Murlidhar Mohol reported nine show cause notices issued to Air India for safety violations. A formal investigation is under way, with a preliminary report citing engine failure and cockpit confusion.

In a day of aviation incidents, an Air India flight skidded off a Mumbai runway during heavy rain, damaging its engine and tyres. Simultaneously, a Bangladeshi air force training jet crashed into a Dhaka school, resulting in 19 fatalities and numerous injuries. Adding to global tensions, Israel launched airstrikes on Yemen's Hodeidah port, targeting Houthi military assets.

Heavy rainfall in Jammu and Kashmir led to a landslide on the Mata Vaishno Devi yatra route in Katra on Monday morning. The incident, occurring near Banganga at Gulshan Ka Langar, injured four pilgrims.

Prime Minister Modi commenced the Monsoon session of Parliament with celebratory remarks, highlighting India's military strength demonstrated in Operation Sindoor, which targeted terror camps. He lauded the nation's space achievements and economic progress, noting its rise towards becoming the world's third-largest economy.

The National Human Rights Commission has directed states and Union Territories to register eligible prisoners, aged 70 or above, for the Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Vaya Vandana Yojana.

The Supreme Court has demanded reports from Sharda University and IIT Kharagpur following recent student suicides. The court expressed concern about systemic issues potentially driving students to such extremes, warning of contempt proceedings if FIRs are delayed.

The Lok Sabha's Monsoon Session commenced turbulently, adjourning shortly after convening due to opposition uproar. MPs demanded Prime Minister Modi address Donald Trump's claims regarding Operation Sindoor, disrupting initial proceedings despite Speaker Birla's assurances of later discussion.