Delhi Police said it identified and blocked around 480 Pakistan-based social media accounts accused of spreading fake posts during the NEET protest. The force urged students at the CJP-led Jantar Mantar demonstration to verify online claims and avoid edited videos, rumours and anonymous accounts. NEET Protest Draws Wider Attention Thousands of students and supporters of the youth-led Cockroach

China Coast Guard Deploys Water Cannons The South China Sea clash near Scarborough Shoal intensified for a second consecutive day after the China Coast Guard used water cannons and carried out what Philippine authorities described as dangerous blocking maneuvers against government and fisheries vessels. The latest confrontation highlights the continuing maritime dis

Mojtaba Khamenei nuclear policy has come under renewed scrutiny after a reported US intelligence assessment suggested that Iran’s supreme leader may be more willing than his father to consider developing nuclear weapons. The claim raises fresh questions about Iran’s nuclear doctrine, missile ambitions and regional security. Iran Nuclear Weapons Assessment People described as familiar with U

YSRCP is linking alleged Mega DSC irregularities in Andhra Pradesh with the nationwide NEET paper leak protests ahead of its July 28 rallies. The campaign seeks a CBI probe and youth-focused reforms, but the ruling government has rejected the allegations and defended the recruitment process. YSRCP Links Mega DSC Row to NEET Protests in Andhra Pradesh The YSR Congress Party is seeking to bring Andhra Pradesh’s Mega DSC teacher recrui

Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after receiving written assurances on Parliament discussion of the NEET paper leak and examination reforms. The Centre also indicated that peaceful protesters may not face legal action, while the wider student agitation continues. Sonam Wangchuk Ends 26-Day Fast After Centre Assurances Activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike shortly after midnight on Friday after receiving w

The Union Cabinet will review a draft paper leak bill proposing fast-track courts and stricter punishment for examination fraud. PM Modi said the measures aim to protect students, prevent academic-year losses and strengthen action after the alleged NEET paper leak. Paper Leak Bill: Cabinet to Review Tougher Measures Today The Union Cabinet is set to discuss a draft proposal aimed at strengthening action against examination paper leaks, Prime Minister

A nationwide cetirizine recall covers four lots of 5 mg allergy tablets distributed by Rising Pharma after red dots and discoloration suggested possible ranitidine contamination. Consumers should check lot numbers, watch for severe allergic reactions and report problems. Unique Pharmaceutical Laboratories has voluntarily recalled four lots of Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets USP 5 mg at the consumer level because of potent

Google Cloud growth drove Alphabet’s strong June-quarter revenue, while higher ad revenue supported earnings. However, AI spending, negative free cash flow and Gemini delays left Wall Street concerned about future returns. Google Cloud growth helped Alphabet deliver a strong June-quarter performance, with total revenue reaching $119.8 billion, above Wall Street’s estimate of about $116.9 billion. Advertising revenue rose to $81.6 billion, supporte

An Indonesian court has sentenced 19 people to prison for their roles in an Indonesia baby trafficking operation that moved infants through several cities and sold some to adoptive families in Singapore. The Bandung City District Court imposed terms ranging from three years and four months to seven years after finding all defendants guilty of human trafficking. The convictions were delivered on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. Court

The iPhone 18 Pro may bring camera, battery and chip upgrades, but a substantial expected price increase could weaken its value for most buyers. iPhone 18 Pro Price Hike Could Change Buying Plans Apple is expected to unveil its next premium smartphones within the next two months, but the biggest discussion surrounding the iPhone 18 Pro series may be its price rather than a major new feature. Leaks and analyst predictions suggest

Offline UPI payments using NFC could soon allow users to tap and pay without mobile data, Wi-Fi or a telecom network at compatible terminals. Offline UPI Payments Could Work Without Internet A new Unified Payments Interface feature reportedly under development could allow users to complete payments without internet access or even an active mobile network. The proposed system would use near-field communication, commonly known as NFC, to tra

The DK Shivakumar PRC drive has triggered a political battle during Karnataka’s SIR, with the BJP alleging vote-bank protection and Congress defending easier access to documents. Karnataka PRC Drive Begins During SIR The Karnataka government has launched a door-to-door campaign to distribute Permanent Residence Certificates and caste certificates while the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls is underway.

Mamata Banerjee backed the Opposition’s Delhi protest over the alleged NEET paper leak and condemned the police action against students as unacceptable. Mamata Backs Opposition Protest Over NEET Row Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee has supported the Opposition protest in New Delhi over the alleged NEET paper leak and police action against students. She called the treatment of young demonstrators unacceptable and accused the Union

Andhra Pradesh Covid cases have increased to 26 after seven fresh infections were detected across Guntur, East Godavari and Bapatla, but officials have ruled out a cluster outbreak. Andhra Pradesh Covid Cases Rise Across Districts Andhra Pradesh reported seven new Covid-19 infections on Tuesday, increasing the state’s total number of confirmed cases to 26. The Health Department said the fresh infections were recorded in separate distric

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi as Ukraine’s new army chief, replacing Oleksandr Syrskyi amid nationwide protests. The leadership change places military reform, technology, mobilisation and long-range strikes at the centre of Ukraine’s war strategy. Zelensky Appoints Mykhailo Drapatyi as Ukraine Army Chief   Mykhailo Drapatyi Becomes Ukraine Army Chief

Government sources criticised the Congress march towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s residence, calling it a security concern, as opposition leaders protested over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak and police action against students.  

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay met rapper Therukkural Arivu after police detained the artist during an anti-NEET protest near the Secretariat in Chennai.   Rapper Arivu Detained During Anti-NEET Protest Tamil rapper Therukkural Arivu was detained by police on Tuesday after attempting to stage an anti-NEET demonstration outside the Tami

Modi government under pressure as a youth-led movement over exam leaks continues at Jantar Mantar while farmers mobilise against the proposed India-US trade deal. The parallel protests test the Centre’s response on education, policing, trade safeguards and rural livelihoods. Youth and Farmers Put Modi Government Under Pressure Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government is facing two politically sensitive protest movements at the same ti

TTD posting controversy has triggered questions after a report alleged that an employee who celebrated Chandrababu Naidu’s 2023 arrest received an AEE-level assignment. With no official order or response publicly verified, the claims require an impartial review. TTD Posting Controversy Over Alleged Anti-Naidu Remarks A controversy has emerged around an alleged personnel decision at Tirumala Tirupat

Rahul Gandhi’s response to the youth-led CJP protest has drawn political scrutiny. Although critics questioned his absence from Jantar Mantar, he later joined Priyanka Gandhi and Congress MPs in a protest outside the Prime Minister’s residence in Delhi. Rahul Gandhi Faces Questions Over Youth Protest Strategy India’s youth-led Cockroach Janta Party movement has become a political flashpoint as