Jagdeep Dhankhar's unexpected resignation as Vice-President due to health reasons has triggered a surprising shift in political dynamics. While NDA leaders remained largely silent, opposition parties, who previously criticized Dhankhar, expressed concern and called for his reinstatement, praising his past actions.

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis acknowledged Sharad Pawar and Uddhav Thackeray for their praise in 'Maharashtra Nayak', fueling reunion speculation. Fadnavis emphasized ideological differences aren't enmity, valuing Pawar's remarks. A recent Thackeray-Fadnavis meeting followed Fadnavis' invitation for Thackeray to join the ruling side. The BJP-Shiv Sena alliance fractured in 2014, with Thackeray later forming the MVA.

The Congress party is questioning Jagdeep Dhankhar's abrupt resignation as Vice President, suggesting the reasons are more complex than health concerns. They criticized PM Modi's brief response and highlighted the absence of key ministers from a crucial meeting chaired by Dhankhar.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat asserted that global crises stem from a fragmented worldview, advocating for India's civilisational ethos, 'Bharatiyata,' as a holistic alternative. He criticized Western narratives for prioritizing consumption and ignoring India's contributions, emphasizing the interconnectedness and self-restraint inherent in Indian tradition.

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.