India has strongly criticized Pakistan, labeling it an irresponsible nuclear state controlled by its military, following Pak General Asim Munir's threatening remarks. Munir warned of destroying Indian infrastructure affecting water flow and issued a broader nuclear threat. India asserts Pakistan's military dominance undermines democracy and raises concerns about nuclear weapons falling into the wrong hands.
The Supreme Court upheld Medha Patkar's conviction in a defamation case initiated by VK Saxena. However, the court removed the Rs 1 lakh penalty previously imposed. A Delhi court had earlier issued a warrant against Patkar for not complying with the sentencing order. The Delhi High Court had also supported Patkar's conviction, stating that her challenge relied on minor technicalities.
Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, marched to the Election Commission to protest alleged voter fraud and irregularities in Bihar's electoral roll revision. Delhi Police halted the march, leading to dramatic scenes of leaders climbing barricades.
Nitin Gadkari indirectly criticised US President Donald Trump's tariff policies, asserting that financial strength and technological advancement shouldn't lead to bullying. He emphasised India's commitment to its culture of global welfare, even with economic growth. Gadkari also highlighted the importance of innovation and research to boost India's economic growth and self-reliance.
The Supreme Court addressed dog bite incidents in Delhi. It directed the Delhi government to remove stray dogs from all areas. The dogs will be kept in shelters and not released back. Shelters with staff for sterilization and immunization must be created. A helpline will be set up within a week for reporting dog bites.
Authorities in Bihar's Rohtas district are investigating a bizarre incident where an application for a residential certificate was filed under the name «Cat Kumar,» son of «Catty Boss» and «Catiya Devi,» complete with a canine's photograph. This incident follows a similar case in Patna’s Masaurhi block, where a residence certificate was issued to a dog. A formal case has been registered.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh asserted that the world recognizes India as a rapidly growing economy with the strength to defend itself, a capability that has drawn envy. He alluded to tariff tensions, predicting that attempts to hinder India's progress through tariffs would fail due to the country's strong position.
Recent ISRO satellite images reveal the Bhagirathi river's dramatic reshaping due to a flash flood in Dharali, triggered by the erosion of a debris fan. The flood altered river channels, submerged buildings, and caused significant topographical shifts.
The Indian Society for Organ Transplantation (ISOT) suggests considering organs from deceased donors with diabetes or hypertension for transplantation, emphasizing that benefits often outweigh risks. A detailed assessment co-authored by doctors from 32 top Indian medical institutions, supports individualized risk assessment of donor organs and recipient profiles, rather than outright rejection.
In Ranthambore National Park, the tigress Noor, aged 17 or 18, has been observed mating, defying typical breeding age limits for wild tigers. This rare event, witnessed in Zone 6, highlights Noor's exceptional health and genetics. Despite experts doubting successful pregnancy, her actions challenge nature's norms. Noor's longevity and continued reproductive behavior underscore the wild's unpredictable nature.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is planning to launch a community radio station for students, teachers, and stakeholders after receiving approval at a recent meeting. This initiative aims to expand upon the existing 'Shiksha Vani' podcast, offering educational content and fostering community engagement.
To combat highway encroachments, the road transport ministry mandates frequent inspections by engineers and officers, supplemented by drone videography for regular monitoring. Encroachers will bear the removal costs, along with additional charges and penalties. This directive follows a Supreme Court order addressing NH network encroachments that cause congestion and accidents.
A gunfight erupted between terrorists and security forces in Kishtwar's Dul area during a cordon-and-search operation following specific intelligence inputs. This incident occurred a day after two army personnel died in Kulgam. Reinforcements have been deployed as the operation continues, with the Army confirming the ongoing exchange of gunfire with the terrorists.
An Air India flight AI2455, en route from Thiruvananthapuram to Delhi, was diverted to Chennai due to a suspected technical fault and adverse weather. The flight landed safely, and passengers are being assisted with alternative travel arrangements.
A 3.1 magnitude earthquake rattled the Jhajjar region on Sunday afternoon, causing tremors but no reported casualties. The National Centre for Seismology reported the quake's epicentre was 7 km east-northeast of Jhajjar. This event follows a series of recent tremors in the Rohtak-Jhajjar belt, including a 3.3 magnitude quake on July 17 and a stronger 4.
Congress plans a comprehensive audit of the 2019 Lok Sabha voters' list, alleging irregularities. KC Venugopal highlighted that opposition parties lost in 48 constituencies by narrow margins. He claimed PM Modi's mandate wasn't genuine, citing Rahul Gandhi's allegations of electoral fraud.
Satheesh, accused of abetting his wife Athulya's suicide in Sharjah, was detained at Thiruvananthapuram airport upon his return. Athulya's parents alleged harassment and dowry dissatisfaction since their marriage in 2014, claiming he assaulted her before her death. Despite anticipatory bail, he faces investigation by the crime branch under charges including abetment of suicide and dowry prohibition act.
In Odisha's Kendrapara, a man has been arrested for allegedly driving his ex-girlfriend to suicide. He's accused of circulating intimate videos online, leading to her death. Police confirmed charges of abetment of suicide and sexual harassment. The victim's family alleges inaction by the police after she sought help.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat voiced concerns about the increasing commercialization of healthcare and education, noting their reduced accessibility for the common person. He emphasized the need for affordable and easily accessible medical care, highlighting the limited availability of good cancer treatment in India. Bhagwat also advocated for personalized treatment approaches, recognizing the limitations of uniformly applying Western medical research.
Tejashwi Yadav accused Bihar's Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha of voter fraud, claiming Sinha is registered in two constituencies with different ages and EPIC numbers. Yadav questioned the Election Commission's role, alleging possible forged signatures and deliberate facilitation of duplicate registrations for BJP supporters. The Election Commission refuted Yadav's claims, deeming the presented EPIC as fake and demanding its submission.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated three Vande Bharat Express trains from Bengaluru, connecting Bengaluru to Belagavi, Amritsar to Sri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, and Nagpur to Pune. He toured the Vande Bharat Express, interacting with schoolchildren. Additionally, PM Modi inaugurated Bangalore Metro's Yellow Line, expanding the city's metro network. He also laid the foundation stone for Bangalore Metro Phase 3.
Rahul Gandhi has intensified his conflict with the Election Commission of India, alleging compromised democratic processes and launching a public support platform. He demands transparency and access to digital voter rolls for public auditing, citing potential 'vote theft' in the recent Lok Sabha elections.
Following Rahul Gandhi's allegations regarding Operation Sindoor, BJP leaders have strongly criticized the Congress MP for echoing a Pakistani narrative and undermining the armed forces. Kiren Rijiju and Amit Malviya shared IAF Chief AP Singh's remarks, emphasizing the government's clear political will and the freedom granted to the forces during the operation.
Tejashwi Yadav accused Bihar's Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha of voter fraud, claiming Sinha is registered in two constituencies with different ages and EPIC numbers. Yadav questioned the Election Commission's role, alleging possible forged signatures and deliberate facilitation of duplicate registrations for BJP supporters. The Election Commission refuted Yadav's claims, deeming the presented EPIC as fake and demanding its submission.
Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi shared details about Operation Sindoor. It followed the Pahalgam attack. The government gave the army a free hand. Indian forces struck terror bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Air Chief Marshal AP Singh revealed the destruction of Pakistani assets. He credited the government's clear political will. The operation galvanised the nation.
The Congress party has launched a portal to garner public support for Rahul Gandhi's «vote chori» allegations, demanding digital voter rolls. The platform showcases purported evidence of electoral fraud and encourages citizens to register their opposition. Gandhi claims a BJP-ECI collusion led to manipulated voter lists, citing a Karnataka constituency as an example.