Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, India's second astronaut, returned home after successfully completing Nasa's Axiom-4 mission, landing in India on Sunday. He was greeted by Union Minister Jitendra Singh and Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, along with his wife, Kamna Shukla. Shukla's mission, which included 18 days on the ISS, provides valuable experience for India's Gaganyaan program.

Opposition parties in Punjab are demanding action against AAP and Manish Sisodia after a video surfaced where he allegedly says the party will use any means necessary to win the 2027 election, including «saam, daam, dand, bhed.»

NIA and Andhra Pradesh police apprehended Kothwal Noor Mohammed in Dharmavaram for alleged ties to Pakistan-based terror groups. He is accused of engaging in prohibited social media groups and communicating with suspected operatives across the border.

Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) has threatened Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann with «political death» starting August 31, the anniversary of Beant Singh's assassination. SFJ chief Gurpatwant Singh Pannun had previously threatened Mann and the Punjab DGP.

A Pakistan International Airlines-branded, aircraft-shaped balloon was discovered in Ramgarh, Samba district, raising security concerns. Border Security Force troops are investigating the balloon's origin. Similar incidents involving balloons with Pakistani markings have occurred in the area previously, prompting heightened vigilance by security forces along the International Border and Line of Control.

A devastating cloudburst in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district triggered flash floods, obliterating Chasoti village. At least 60 lives were lost, with scores injured and dozens still missing. Piyra Singh, a survivor, recounted the horror as his home collapsed, claiming the lives of his relatives. Rescue operations are underway as families grapple with immense grief.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed gratitude to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for his Independence Day greetings, emphasizing the commitment to strengthen bilateral ties and hoping for peace in Ukraine.

Rahul Gandhi launched the «Vote Adhikar Yatra» in Bihar, protesting alleged voter roll manipulation by the Election Commission ahead of state elections. The 16-day yatra, supported by Mahagathbandhan allies, aims to raise awareness and protect voting rights. Tejashwi Yadav emphasized ensuring no voter is excluded, while Gandhi accuses the EC of collusion with the BJP, a claim the EC denies.

Amidst allegations of electoral roll errors and «vote theft,» the Election Commission has urged political parties to address concerns during designated periods. The EC refuted claims of collusion and manipulation, emphasizing the importance of timely scrutiny and correction of voter lists. Rahul Gandhi has launched a «Vote Adhikar Yatra» in Bihar, protesting alleged irregularities in the electoral roll revision.

Prime Minister Modi's Independence Day announcement of a simplified GST structure, dubbed GST 2.0, aiming for cheaper daily-use items, has sparked a political clash. The Congress party claims the idea as their own, referencing their 2024 manifesto and Rahul Gandhi's past calls for similar reforms.

EAM welcomed Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Cho Hyun, congratulating him on his appointment. Highlighting the 10th anniversary of the India-South Korea Special Strategic Partnership, he praised RoK's support after the Pahalgam attack and said discussions would cover «defence, security, business, economics, connectivity, people-to-people relations.»

A political clash erupted between Congress and BJP. This happened after NCERT released new modules on Partition. The modules placed blame on Congress. Congress refuted the claims. They accused Hindu Mahasabha and Muslim League of collaboration. BJP accused Congress of avoiding inconvenient history. NCERT stated Congress accepted Partition plans. They underestimated Jinnah.

Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami conveyed Janmashtami wishes, lauding Lord Krishna as a symbol of truth and justice. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also extended greetings, calling Janmashtami a sacred festival. Celebrations unfolded across India, including Tripura, where chief minister Manik Saha joined devotees, and Gujarat's Dwarka, which enhanced security for the festival.

Rahul Gandhi intensified his criticism of the Election Commission, employing a parody video to highlight alleged vote theft. The Congress party has launched a «Vote Chori se Azaadi» campaign and announced a «VoterAdhikarYatra» from Bihar, directly challenging perceived electoral manipulation.

A 71-year-old woman in Mumbai was defrauded of Rs 18.5 lakh after attempting to order milk online. She received a call from a scammer posing as a milk company executive, who tricked her into clicking a link and sharing her banking details. Consequently, the fraudster emptied her three bank accounts, leading to a significant financial loss.

PM Narendra Modi paid tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary. He acknowledged Vajpayee's service to India. PM Modi said his contributions continued to inspire the nation.Several Union ministers visited Sadaiv Atal, Vajpayee’s memorial in Delhi. Kiren Rijiju, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Sanjay Jha, and Rekha Gupta were present. Vajpayee, the first BJP prime minister, passed away in 2018.

Mumbai grappled with heavy rainfall on Saturday, leading to waterlogged streets and a tragic landslide in Vikhroli that claimed two lives and injured two others. The IMD has issued a red alert for Mumbai and neighboring districts, forecasting continued intense rainfall. In Himachal Pradesh, the monsoon death toll has reached 257, with widespread disruptions to roads and essential services.

Prime Minister Modi urged Indian youth to develop indigenous social media platforms akin to Facebook and X, emphasizing digital sovereignty and secure technological ecosystems. He highlighted the success of India's UPI platform, which accounts for 50% of global real-time transactions, and challenged the youth to create homegrown alternatives to prevent wealth outflow and ensure data security.

Prime Minister Modi, in his I-Day speech, rejected the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan, deeming it unjust and detrimental to Indian farmers. He asserted India's right to utilize its water resources and vowed to end «nuclear blackmail.» Modi lauded Operation Sindoor, highlighting the destruction of terrorist infrastructure and emphasizing India's self-reliance in defense.

The absence of Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge from the Independence Day event at Red Fort sparked controversy, with BJP leaders accusing Congress of disrespecting the nation. Congress sources cited concerns over discriminatory seating arrangements and protocol as the reason for their leaders' absence.