Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has strongly criticized Prime Minister Modi's economic reforms, citing concerns over unemployment and declining wages. This critique follows PM Modi's inauguration of key infrastructure projects in Bihar and Kolkata, including a bridge, metro lines, and the Amrit Bharat Express.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) apprehended Karnataka Congress MLA KC Veerendra in Gangtok for allegedly leasing land for a casino. This arrest followed raids on 30 of his properties, uncovering Rs 12 crore in cash, including foreign currency, gold jewellery valued at Rs 6 crore, and 10 kgs of silver. The ED also froze 17 bank accounts and seized property documents.

External affairs minister Dr S Jaishankar on Saturday criticised US–Pakistan for “overlooking each other's history,” recalling the Abbottabad raid that killed Osama bin Laden. He again rejected claims of US mediation in the post-Operation Sindoor ceasefire, stressing it was a direct India–Pakistan deal, and warned opposition against compromising farmers’ interests or India’s strategic autonomy.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stated that India's relationship with China should be considered independently from its ties with the United States. He cautioned against assuming a direct causal link between Washington's and Beijing's relations with New Delhi.

All India Trinamool Congress criticized the Joint Parliament Committee. The party declared it would not nominate anyone. This decision relates to bills concerning the removal of the Prime Minister and Chief Ministers. The bills were sent to the JPC after introduction in Lok Sabha. The party opposes the constitutional amendment bill. Tensions rose in Lok Sabha during the bill's introduction.

A July 30 forest department notification announcing renaming of the 'Lion Project' in MP's Kuno National Park to 'Cheetah Project', and redesignation of its director to «field director, Cheetah Project, Shivpuri», has led many to suspect that Asiatic lions won't roar in what was supposed to be their second home in India after Gir.

«DRDO has cleared the proposal by Safran, which already makes a variety of helicopter engines in India, as the best option for the twin-engine fifth-generation fighter called AMCA (advanced medium combat aircraft). The project, with DRDO's lab Gas Turbine Research Establishment, would cost almost $7 billion,» an official said.

Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar are set to participate in Rahul Gandhi's 'Voter Adhikar Yatra' in Bihar. Shivakumar will join the march on Saturday and Sunday, while Siddaramaiah is scheduled to participate on August 29.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized MK Stalin and Sonia Gandhi for dynastic politics during a BJP meeting in Tamil Nadu. He expressed confidence in the NDA forming a government in the state, highlighting alleged DMK corruption and lauding PM Modi's governance inspired by Thirukkural.

India's space program reached a new milestone with the unveiling of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) model. ISRO plans to launch the first module by 2028, joining an elite group with orbital labs. The BAS-01, weighing 10 tonnes, will orbit 450 km above Earth.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a diplomatic tour from August 29 to September 1, visiting Japan and China. In Japan, he will attend the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit, his first with Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, to strengthen bilateral ties. Subsequently, he will travel to China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit in Tianjin, engaging with other world leaders to promote regional cooperation.

The Supreme Court permitted the return of sterilised stray dogs but banned public feeding, directing municipalities to create feeding zones. Simultaneously, the court addressed voter deletion concerns in Bihar, allowing online claims with Aadhaar. Security concerns escalated after another disruption at Delhi CM's event, while PM Modi accused the opposition of corruption at a Gaya rally.

Jammu and Kashmir's Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha terminated two government employees, Siyad Ahmad Khan and Khurshid Ahmad Rather, for alleged terror links. Investigations revealed their involvement in smuggling arms and narcotics for Lashkar-e-Taiba. Rather, a teacher, procured and distributed weapons, while Khan, an assistant stockman, sheltered terrorists and smuggled arms across the LoC.

Sharad Pawar rejected Devendra Fadnavis's request to support NDA's Vice Presidential candidate CP Radhakrishnan, citing ideological differences and Radhakrishnan's alleged misuse of power as Jharkhand Governor during Hemant Soren's arrest. Pawar emphasized that his party cannot support individuals who do not uphold democratic principles. Fadnavis had sought support from Pawar and Uddhav Thackeray, highlighting Radhakrishnan's position as Maharashtra Governor.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed BJP booth committee members in Tirunelveli, expressing confidence in forming a BJP-AIADMK-NDA alliance government in Tamil Nadu. He criticized the DMK government as corrupt and highlighted PM Modi's governance guided by Thirukkural. Shah also accused Stalin of prioritizing his son's succession and defended Operation Sindoor, emphasizing national security.

The Congress party has lauded the Supreme Court's decision regarding the Bihar Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, asserting that the Election Commission of India (ECI) has been discredited. The court directed the ECI to allow excluded voters to file claims online and offline, accepting Aadhaar as a valid ID.

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren responded to the call for Bharat Ratna to be awarded to his father, Shibu Soren, acknowledging the sentiment of the House. The JMM has formally requested the state government to propose and pass a resolution recommending the honor for Shibu Soren, highlighting his contributions to the Jharkhand statehood movement, tribal rights, and social justice.

The Supreme Court has revised its order regarding stray dogs in Delhi-NCR, permitting the release of sterilised, immunised, and dewormed dogs back to their original locations, except for those with rabies or aggressive tendencies. The court also banned public feeding, mandating designated feeding zones, and extended the ruling nationwide, directing compliance with ABC Rules and planning a unified national policy.

The Supreme Court has modified its order regarding stray dogs in Delhi and NCR, mandating their return to original areas post-sterilization and vaccination, excluding rabid or aggressive animals. This decision follows widespread protests against the initial directive to relocate all strays to shelters.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation for development projects worth Rs 13,000 crore in Gaya, Bihar, focusing on power, roads, urban infrastructure, health, and water supply. He flagged off the Amrit Bharat Express and Buddhist Circuit Train.

The Supreme Court's revised order on stray dogs, hailed by Maneka Gandhi as «scientific,» mandates the return of sterilised and vaccinated canines to their original locations, while aggressive or rabid dogs will be sheltered.