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WhatsApp is testing optional, privacy-focused age confirmation methods to prepare for compliance with India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act. The platform said age information will remain private and the trial will not affect users' experience or account access

Twenty people have died and 4,853 heatstroke cases have been reported across India since March 1. Maharashtra recorded the highest number of deaths, while Telangana reported the most cases. The Centre has also included heatwaves under notified natural calamities for disaster relief assistance

Several WhatsApp users reported their accounts were placed under review for up to 24 hours, temporarily restricting access to key features. The Meta-backed platform said account activity and device information were being checked for compliance with its Terms of Service

A Jammu court sought a detailed inquiry report into the alleged Rs 500 crore 'fake silver' case linked to the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine. It also directed authorities to preserve physical, documentary and electronic evidence pending further proceedings

The FSSAI directed Dabur India to immediately stop selling certain food products carrying allegedly misleading "100 per cent" claims and submit a compliance report within 15 days. The regulator cited violations of food advertising and organic labelling regulations

The family of a 15-year-old girl whose alleged remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi went viral was absent from its Noida residence. Police said no fresh harassment complaint had been received, while the earlier Zero FIR remains under examination by Delhi Police

The Supreme Court was urged to urgently hear petitions challenging the CBSE's mandatory three-language policy for Class 9 students. Petitioners cited inadequate teachers and textbooks, while the Centre, CBSE and NCERT defended the policy under the NEP 2020

JD-U chief Nitish Kumar met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Parliament a day after the BJP lost the Bankipur Assembly by-election in Bihar. Kumar described it as a courtesy meeting amid renewed political focus following the surprise electoral setback

The IMD issued a red alert for eight Kerala districts as heavy rain continued to trigger flooding and rising river levels. Relief operations intensified, while the state announced aid for affected families and measures to restore documents lost in floods

The Tamil Nadu government informed the Madras High Court that former Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin would not be remanded and would be released on station bail after questioning. The court subsequently closed his anticipatory bail petition

The Lok Sabha was adjourned after passing the Appropriation (No.3) Bill, 2026 by voice vote amid Opposition protests. Members also disrupted proceedings over student protest action and other issues, while the government introduced the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026

Protesting Jharkhand job aspirants demanded an independent inquiry by retired High Court judges from outside the state into alleged recruitment exam paper leaks. Rejecting the CID probe, they warned of an Assembly gherao on August 10 if their demands remain unmet

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan said the state is planning an AI-assisted disaster management and resilience system to predict sudden climate changes. A pilot project will begin in Pathanamthitta, while river desilting will be prioritised following recent floods

Former Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin was arrested over an alleged obscene remark linked to actor Trisha. Booked under multiple legal provisions, his arrest triggered statewide DMK protests, while the party moved court for anticipatory bail and TVK approached the NCW

Security forces launched a massive cordon-and-search operation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district after inputs about suspicious movement of two terrorist groups in Surankote. The operation, involving SOG and Rashtriya Rifles, is ongoing in forested areas with no contact yet.

An Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi encountered brief mid-air turbulence on Tuesday, injuring 10 passengers and two cabin crew members. The aircraft landed safely in Delhi, with those sustaining minor injuries shifted for medical assessment as a precaution

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar warned disgruntled Congress MLAs threatening to resign over cabinet exclusion that resignations would be accepted immediately. Urging patience, he said the party comes first and promised appointments to state-run boards and corporations soon

Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple introduced a virtual queue facility on a trial basis to reduce long waiting times for devotees. The online booking system allows 2,400 devotees daily through scheduled slots on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with plans for wider expansion after review

Rajya Sabha proceedings were briefly adjourned after heated protests between NDA and Opposition MPs over allegations related to Ram Temple donations. Mallikarjun Kharge raised the issue, while Kiren Rijiju demanded an apology, accusing Congress and allies of disrespecting Lord Ram 

Prashant Kishor’s Bankipur bypoll victory sparked contrasting political reactions, with NDA leaders calling for introspection after BJP’s defeat, while Opposition parties described the result as evidence of shifting public sentiment and growing dissatisfaction with the ruling government in Bihar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the NDA’s parliamentary meeting, where ministers highlighted India’s sporting achievements, employment growth and welfare schemes. The gathering followed the BJP’s Bankipur bypoll defeat, with leaders reaffirming unity and participation from alliance partners

A 29-year-old teacher was allegedly stabbed to death inside a Faridabad private school by a 21-year-old stalking suspect. Police arrested the accused within hours, suspecting revenge after a previous molestation complaint. CCTV footage reportedly captured the fatal attack and escape

Tamil Nadu Opposition Leader Udhayanidhi Stalin was detained by police in Chennai for questioning after his controversial double-meaning remark at a farmers’ protest in Thanjavur over the Cauvery issue.

LIC shares fell nearly 8 per cent after the government launched an Offer for Sale to divest up to 6.5 per cent stake. The discounted floor price and increased share supply weighed on sentiment as the divestment supports SEBI’s public shareholding norms