The Supreme Court has mandated that the Centre set up specialized clinics for captive elephants, ensuring they receive essential periodic health checkups. Additionally, the ruling requires DNA mapping of each captive elephant to combat illegal trade. The court emphasizes the importance of maintaining these animals' welfare, instructing states to complete DNA profiling to thwart unlawful commercial activities and transfers.

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NCERT has recast the team for preparing political science textbooks for Classes XI and XII, with one of the two books slated to be ready by Nov. The 20-member panel includes faculty from JNU, DU, IGNOU and NLU Delhi, among others. At least four members have links, past or present, with organisations associated with RSS-BJP.

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In Mahabalipuram, Home Minister Amit Shah will oversee the Southern Zonal Council meeting, where crucial discussions about water sharing and education priorities among states will take place. Following this, he is set to travel to Siliguri to inaugurate new border security projects, and engage with personnel from Sashastra Seema Bal. His visit will wrap up with a comprehensive review meeting on border security.

E20 is petrol containing 20% ethanol and 80% petrol. The government has promoted higher ethanol blending as a way to reduce crude oil imports, save foreign exchange and improve India's energy security. India also achieved its 20% blending target ahead of the original 2030 deadline. However, the nationwide shift has generated concerns among some vehicle owners, particularly those with older vehicles.

The proposed initiative, called 'One Day, One University', is aimed at strengthening the government's engagement with young people. During these visits, ministers are expected to hold discussions with students, hear their views on issues affecting the country and explain government schemes meant for students and young people. The plan comes at a time when student protests over the NEET paper leak issue have intensified in parts of the country.

In a remarkable recognition, two Parsi physicians have been nominated posthumously for Pakistan's prestigious civilian award. They upheld the confidentiality surrounding Muhammad Ali Jinnah's terminal health condition prior to Partition, demonstrating a silent commitment to their professional ethics. This discreet dedication played an inadvertent yet significant role in the formation of Pakistan. The award ceremony is scheduled for March 2027.

FSSAI said Bonn Biscuits had used a «100%» claim in an advertisement for its Bonn Cummin Flavor Jeera Bite Biscuits, 76 gm. The company has since removed the claim from its website. Emami was also asked to address its use of a 100 per cent claim for Zhandu Honey. According to FSSAI, the company complied with its advisory and took corrective action.

Professor Sumit Sarkar significantly impacted the understanding of Indian nationalism, illuminating its intricacies through comprehensive analysis. He explored the evolution of nationalism, internal disputes, and collective movements, while challenging conventional binaries. His focus on ordinary people's cravings for justice defined his contributions as a public thinker and citizen historian. This article pays tribute to his influential teaching and the lasting academic heritage he leaves behind.

Union minister Kiren Rijiju acknowledged border delineation problems in Arunachal Pradesh while rejecting Chinese incursion claims. US Ambassador Sergio Gor visited Srinagar and will review the travel advisory for Jammu and Kashmir. A Bengal court issued an arrest warrant for TMC MP Mahua Moitra in a hate speech case. Rahul Gandhi supported tribal residents protesting the Ken-Betwa River Link Project in Bundelkhand.

Congress may approach courts if Pune administration halts Rahul Gandhi's student convention. The party secured college permission for the August 22 event, facing a fortnight's gathering ban. This ban, imposed for protests and festivals, is seen as targeting the Congress program. Previous attempts to block similar conventions occurred in Dehradun, Allahabad, and Kota. The party believes the BJP is attempting to disrupt its youth outreach efforts.