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A police officer seen firing a rifle during the July 25 student protest has been suspended, while a PIL concerning the incident has reached the Supreme Court. Bihar Cop Suspended After Protest Firing Video A Bihar police officer has been suspended after a video appeared to show him firing an AK-47 rifle during clashes with protesters in Siwan on Saturday, July 25. The confrontation occurred during a statewide shutdown organised over allege

Tamil Nadu farmers’ groups urged Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay to reject proposed bilateral talks with Karnataka over Mekedatu and Cauvery water sharing. Tamil Nadu Farmers Oppose Direct Mekedatu Talks Representatives of several Tamil Nadu farmers’ organisations have urged Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay not to hold direct talks with Karnataka over the proposed Mekedatu reservoir and the continuing Cauvery water-sharing dispute.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged Income Tax officials to stop making citizens chase departments for services they are legally entitled to receive. Sitharaman Tells Tax Officers to Serve Citizens Without Delay Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has asked Income Tax Department officials to ensure that taxpayers and ordinary citizens are not forced to move repeatedly between government offices for routine services and benefits that

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the new Bhogapuram international airport near Visakhapatnam on Saturday, August 1.   PM Modi to Inaugurate Bhogapuram Airport on August 1 Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the Alluri Sitarama

Delhi Police’s facial recognition deployment during the July 20 student protest has triggered a debate over surveillance, privacy and peaceful assembly. Delhi Protest Facial Recognition Triggers Privacy Debate Delhi Police’s use of facial recognition technology during the July 20 student demonstration has triggered a growing debate over the limits of technology-driven policing at public protests. Student organisations and digital-right

Monday, July 27, 2026, Parliament will take up Bills concerning examination paper leaks, Supreme Court judges and protection of national symbols during Monday’s proceedings.   Monsoon Session Brings Anti-Paper Leak Bill to Lok Sabha The Union government is prepa

Monday, July 27, 2026, India marks Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam’s 11th death anniversary with tributes celebrating his legacy in science, education and nation-building. Nation Pays Tribute to the People’s President India is remembering Bharat Ratna Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam on his 11th death anniversary, with citizens, political leaders, teachers and students paying heartfelt tributes to

The Cockroach Janata Party emerged from a satirical youth campaign and gained attention during protests over the NEET controversy and education accountability. Its leaders deny immediate electoral plans, but questions remain over whether the movement can build the organisation and wider agenda needed to survive in Indian politics. Cockroach Janata Party rises from youth agitation What began as

A 26-year-old Telangana techie died after suffering severe injuries in a July 18 road accident in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and developing cerebral fat embolism. Nithyanand Reddy Gannu died on July 22 as a fundraiser collected over $67,000 for medical bills and the repatriation of his body to India. Telangana Techie Injured in Michigan Road Accident A 26-year-old technology professional from Telangana died in the United States after sustai

Vitamin B12 Deficiency Symptoms Beyond Ordinary Fatigue Vitamin B12 is essential for healthy nerves, normal brain function, red blood cell production and DNA synthesis. It also helps maintain the myelin sheath, the protective covering around nerves that allows signals to travel efficiently throughout the body. When vitamin B12 levels become too low, nerve communication may weaken. This can produce neurological symp

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

Ekadashi Calendar 2026 Ekadashi is observed twice in most lunar months and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The supplied 2026 calendar begins with Papmochani Ekadashi in March and ends with Mokshada or Vaikuntha Ekadashi in December. Each fast falls in either Krishna Paksha or Shukla Paksha and follows a defined Tithi window.

Dates: Yogini Ekadashi was observed on Friday, July 10, 2026, while Devshayani Ekadashi falls on Saturday, July 25, 2026. Ekadashi in July 2026 Dates and Timings July 2026 includes two major Ekadashi observances dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Yogini Ekadashi falls during the Krishna Paksha of the Ashadha month, while Devshayani Ekadashi is observed during Ashadha Shukla Paksha. Yogini Ekadashi 2026 timings:

The government says the Income Tax e-filing portal can manage the July 31 rush after infrastructure upgrades, although occasional delays may occur during peak traffic. ITR Filing Rush Intensifies Before July 31 The Income Tax Department’s e-filing portal is seeing rapidly rising traffic as the July 31, 2026 deadline approaches for many salaried employees, pensioners and individuals filing ITR-1 or ITR-2 for Assessment Year 2026-27. The g

UPS additional benefits can be claimed by eligible retired Central government subscribers covered under the Unified Pension Scheme. UPS Eligibility for Retired Central Government Employees A total of 25,756 retired Central government subscribers are eligible to claim additional benefits under the Unified Pension Scheme, the government has informed the Lok Sabha. Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary shared the f

A viral video appearing to show a humanoid robot working on a farm has reopened the debate over whether farming and other physical jobs are safe from AI. Viral Farm Robot Video Revives AI Job Debate A widely shared social media video appearing to show a humanoid robot working in a field has reignited concerns about artificial intelligence moving beyond software and office jobs into physical labour. The clip shows a human-shaped m

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