RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat asserted India's growing global influence, citing its resilience and democratic strength. His remarks come amid opposition criticism of the BJP-led government, accusing it of undermining democracy through alleged electoral fraud.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and Rahul Gandhi have criticized the Supreme Court's order on stray dogs, advocating for sterilization and vaccination instead of removal. They argue that treating stray dogs as a nuisance is cruel and ineffective, emphasizing humane solutions.
The Supreme Court is reviewing concerns about potential voter disenfranchisement in Bihar's electoral roll revision. The court highlighted a «trust deficit» between the Election Commission and the opposition, addressing arguments about excluded voters and document requirements. The court warned it might intervene if mass exclusion is proven, with the final roll due September 30.
National Human Rights Commission team is investigating alleged mass secret burials in Dharmasthala. The probe began with visits to key local institutions. The team is collecting records on unnatural death cases. Sanitation workers have given statements. A former worker claimed he buried numerous bodies, including women and minors. The inquiry is expected to continue for several days.
The Supreme Court has provided temporary relief to owners of older vehicles in Delhi-NCR. An interim order protects owners of diesel vehicles over 10 years old and petrol vehicles over 15 years old from coercive action.
Pakistan's Army chief General Asim Munir threatened India, mentioning the Jamnagar refinery as a potential target. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court upheld the Election Commission's decision that Aadhaar isn't conclusive proof of residence in Bihar's electoral roll revision. The cabinet approved four new semiconductor projects, boosting India's 'Make in India' initiative.
The request came after Pakistan’s army chief, Asim Munir, issued a nuclear war warning and former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto made statements calling for action over India’s position on the water-sharing agreement.
Five Congress MPs, led by KC Venugopal, have requested a thorough investigation into alleged safety lapses on an Air India flight from Thiruvananthapuram to Delhi. The MPs cited a delayed departure, turbulence, a weather radar failure, and a near-aborted landing in Chennai.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has formed a three-member committee to probe allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma related to a “cash-at-home” controversy. The panel includes senior advocate P.V. Acharya, Justice Aravind Kumar of the Supreme Court, and Madras High Court Chief Justice Manindra Mohan Shrivastava.
The Supreme Court of India has mandated the immediate release of convicts across all states and union territories who have completed their court-mandated sentences, provided they are not implicated in other cases. This directive follows the court's concern about prisoners being detained beyond their sentence terms. The order was issued during the case of Sukhdev Yadav, convicted in the Nitish Katara murder, who finished his 20-year sentence in March.
The Times of India (TOI) has joined the Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI) to combat misinformation and strengthen trust in journalism. As the world's most-read English daily, TOI's participation reinforces its commitment to truth and credibility in the digital age. This partnership aligns TOI with other global news organizations in promoting content transparency and reader trust.
The Supreme Court is currently reviewing petitions challenging the Election Commission's decision to conduct a Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bihar. Allegations of discrepancies, such as inaccuracies in voter status, have been raised by petitioners.
Israel's Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, strongly criticised Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra for her condemnation of the Israeli strike that killed Al Jazeera journalists, labeling her remarks as deceitful. Azar defended Israel's actions, stating they targeted Hamas terrorists and accused the group of using civilians as shields. Gandhi Vadra had accused Israel of committing genocide and criticized the Indian government's silence on the matter.
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra condemned the Israeli strike that killed five Al Jazeera journalists, labeling it a «cold-blooded murder.» She lauded the reporters' dedication to truth, accusing Israel of silencing them before a planned Gaza offensive. Israel has long accused Al Jazeera of being a Hamas mouthpiece, a claim the network denies.
Pakistan's army chief, General Asim Munir, sparked controversy during his US visit by making anti-India remarks, including a threat to target Reliance's Jamnagar refinery. India strongly condemned Munir's «nuclear sabre-rattling» and questioned the safety of Pakistan's nuclear arsenal. Despite Pakistan's threats, India's military strength surpasses Pakistan's, with a larger active military and a growing nuclear arsenal.
Rahul Gandhi opposed the Supreme Court's order on relocating stray dogs. He called it a step back from humane policies. The court directed that Delhi-NCR localities should be free of stray dogs. It also ordered no captured dogs to be released back. The court warned against obstructing the capture drive. Police detained animal rights activists protesting the decision at India Gate.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has formed a three-member committee to probe allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma related to a “cash-at-home” controversy. The panel includes senior advocate P.V. Acharya, Justice Aravind Kumar of the Supreme Court, and Madras High Court Chief Justice Manindra Mohan Shrivastava.
India will host the third India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable on August 13, fostering collaboration on sustainability, digitalization, and advanced manufacturing. Singapore aims to strengthen semiconductor manufacturing cooperation and establish a Green and Digital Shipping Corridor with India. These talks precede Singapore PM Lawrence Wong's visit to India in early September, building upon the comprehensive strategic partnership.
In response to the US imposing a 50% tariff on Indian goods, potentially impacting seafood exports, the government is urging exporters to explore alternative markets like the UK, EU, and South Korea. The focus is on value addition, better packaging, and utilizing the Fishery Infrastructure Development Fund to enhance processing facilities.
KN Rajanna, a senior Congress MLA recently dropped from the Karnataka cabinet, plans to meet with party leaders in Delhi to address perceived misconceptions about him. His removal followed critical remarks regarding alleged electoral roll lapses during the party's governance. Despite the controversy, Rajanna pledged his commitment to the party and supported Rahul Gandhi's «vote theft» claims.
Delhi Police detained animal rights activists protesting at India Gate against the Supreme Court's order to relocate all stray dogs in Delhi-NCR to shelters. The court's directive, addressing rising dog bite incidents, mandates the Delhi government to capture stray dogs and house them in shelters equipped for sterilization and immunization.
