The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) has dismissed Congress's appeal, upholding a tax demand of Rs 199.15 crore. The tribunal stated that Congress failed to meet the necessary conditions for exemption under Section 13A of the Income Tax Act, as the party filed its return after the due date and accepted cash donations exceeding the legal limit.

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear Maharashtra's plea on July 25, challenging the Bombay High Court's acquittal of all 12 accused in the 2006 Mumbai train blasts case. The state, represented by Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, emphasizes the urgency of the matter, especially since eight of the acquitted have been released. The Bombay High Court cited prosecution failures and procedural lapses in its decision, sparking political debate and concerns over justice.

In Navi Mumbai, MNS members, joined by other political party workers, successfully pressured the removal of a Gujarati signboard from a Gujarat BJP MLA's office. Following an ultimatum, the group demonstrated at the NRI Sagari police station, demanding a Marathi replacement and action against those disrespecting Marathi identity.

The Supreme Court has addressed a Presidential reference regarding the timelines for governors and the President to act on state legislature-passed Bills. A Constitution Bench, led by Chief Justice of India BR Gavai, has issued notices to the Central government and all states, seeking clarity on the Court's authority to set such deadlines.

Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has set a target of making the turnover of the state's umbrella brand 'House of Himalayas' Rs 100 crore by the year 2030 and has given instructions to ensure marketing of its products through Unity Mall as well.

A UK's Royal Navy F-35B fighter jet, valued at over $110 million, is scheduled to depart from Thiruvananthapuram airport on Tuesday after successful repairs. The advanced aircraft made an emergency landing on June 14 due to a technical issue during a routine sortie. Following the landing, the Indian Air Force provided crucial refueling and logistical support.

Vice-president Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned on Monday evening, citing medical reasons, cutting short his term scheduled to end in August 2027. His resignation, which came on the first day of Parliament's Monsoon session, has sparked political speculation. An old video resurfaced where Dhankhar mentioned his retirement in August 2027, «subject to divine intervention».

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar's unexpected resignation has stirred political turmoil, igniting a debate between opposition leaders. Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi refuted Congress leader Jairam Ramesh's claim of Dhankhar's balanced tenure as Rajya Sabha Chairman, citing a past no-confidence motion. Ramesh suggested deeper tensions behind the resignation, highlighting unusual absences from key meetings.

Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar expressed apprehension regarding a parliamentarian's signature appearing twice on a motion seeking the removal of Allahabad High Court Justice Shekhar Yadav. The motion, initially claimed to be supported by 55 members, was found to have a duplicate signature during verification. Dhankhar emphasized that such discrepancies compromise parliamentary norms and warrant further scrutiny.

The I&B ministry's committee has cleared 'Udaipur Files: Kanhaiya Lal Tailor Murder' for release with modifications, including a new disclaimer and name changes, after ordering additional cuts beyond the CBFC's initial 55. However, the Supreme Court has temporarily halted the film's theatrical release, pending a hearing on Thursday to address petitioners' objections to the committee's order.

The Supreme Court, deeply disturbed by the brutal torture of a J&K police constable by his colleagues, has ordered the CBI to take over the investigation and immediately arrest the culprits. The court expressed a lack of confidence in the UT police's impartiality, citing their attempt to shield the perpetrators by falsely accusing the victim.

The Enforcement Directorate admitted its mistake in summoning advocates. Attorney General informed the Supreme Court that probe agencies received instructions to avoid such errors. The Chief Justice of India emphasized the privileged nature of lawyer-client communication. The Supreme Court will address petitions from bar associations on July 29.

A 32-year-old man, Vijay Chauhan, was discovered buried inside his Nalasopara home, prompting a police investigation into his death. Chauhan's brothers grew suspicious after noticing newly laid tiles and the disappearance of his wife, Chaman Devi, 28. Adding to the mystery, a 20-year-old neighbor is also missing, though police are unsure if the cases are connected.

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.