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Actor Hrithik Roshan expressed support for activist Sonam Wangchuk during his indefinite hunger strike, saying he agrees with his concerns about students. Several film personalities, including Zeenat Aman, Shabana Azmi and Abhay Deol, have also backed the activist

Following the forceful relocation of fasting activist Sonam Wangchuk to a Delhi hospital, Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke has launched an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar. In Maharashtra, his parents slammed the government’s "merciless" handling of the NEET-UG protests

Singer Vishal Dadlani and actor Parvathy Thiruvothu criticised the manner in which educationist Sonam Wangchuk was shifted to hospital, while actor Hrithik Roshan joined several film personalities in expressing support for the activist and protesting students.

Surya Kant stressed the need to strengthen judicial infrastructure, increase judicial appointments and speed up recruitment in district courts to ensure timely justice. He also said artificial intelligence would be adopted in the judiciary through a regulated framework

Delhi Police shifted activist Sonam Wangchuk to a government hospital after his health deteriorated during a 20-day hunger strike. Police sources said the overnight operation involved plainclothes personnel, white sheets and planned security measures following Delhi High Court directions

Union Home Minister Amit Shah congratulated Skyroot Aerospace on the successful launch of Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital launch vehicle, calling it a major step towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of expanding India's private space sector

India and Finland discussed strengthening economic and technology ties during meetings in Helsinki, with both sides expressing confidence that the proposed EU-India Free Trade Agreement could double bilateral trade by 2030 while expanding cooperation in AI, space, semiconductors and sustainability

Maharashtra Congress and NCP (SP) criticised the Delhi Police for shifting activist Sonam Wangchuk to hospital during his hunger strike, alleging the Centre was suppressing democratic dissent. They urged the government to hold talks with protesters instead of resorting to force

The Enforcement Directorate filed a money laundering chargesheet against self-proclaimed godman Ashok Kharat, his wife and four others, alleging he cheated devotees by claiming divine powers and laundered illegal proceeds through cooperative credit societies and benami accounts across Maharashtra

ISRO Chairman Dr V. Narayanan hailed Skyroot Aerospace's successful Vikram-1 launch as a landmark achievement for India's private space sector, while IN-SPACe Chairman Pawan Goenka described the mission as "an India moment" that showcased the country's growing space capabilities.

Delhi Police arrested a woman and her son, who had been absconding since 2018, in connection with a dowry death case in north Delhi. The duo, declared proclaimed offenders, were apprehended during coordinated raids in Delhi and Haryana after sustained surveillance

Double Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker has voiced strong support for students protesting against exam paper leaks. Calling education and safety fundamental rights rather than privileges, she urged for institutional accountability, stating the crisis transcends partisan politics

Two more persons were arrested in connection with the abduction and killing of six Naga civilians in Manipur's Kangpokpi district. A joint team of the NIA, Manipur Police and CRPF carried out the operation as efforts continue to trace other accused

Skyroot Aerospace successfully launched its maiden orbital rocket Vikram-1, placing multiple technology demonstration payloads and commemorative postcards into low Earth orbit. Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the mission as a defining milestone for India's private space sector

Three people, including a woman, were killed and five others injured after their car crashed into a stationary tanker lorry on the Salem-Coimbatore National Highway near Chengapalli in Tamil Nadu. Police said the accident occurred during an overtaking attempt and have launched an investigation

Political leaders, including Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan and Union ministers Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, J.P. Nadda and Piyush Goyal, congratulated Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace after the successful Vikram-1 launch, calling it a landmark achievement for India's private space sector.

Former Andhra Pradesh CM Jagan Mohan Reddy congratulated Skyroot Aerospace on the successful launch of Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital rocket. Launched from Sriharikota under Mission Aagaman, it positions India alongside the US and China

K. C. Venugopal urged the Kerala government to name the Vizhinjam International Seaport after former Chief Minister Oommen Chandy, calling the port a reflection of Chandy's vision, while highlighting his legacy of transparent governance and public service

Union Minister of State Dr Jitendra Singh hailed Skyroot Aerospace's successful Vikram-1 launch as a historic achievement, saying it reflects the success of India's space reforms and the decision to open the space sector to private companies under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership

Sonam Wangchuk's wife, Gitanjali J. Angmo, has accused Safdarjung Hospital of hiding the activist's medical reports and maintaining "prison-like" conditions. She has refused treatment without consent and confirmed the July 20 Parliament march will proceed

Actor Suriya has wrapped shooting for director Jithu Madhavan's tentatively titled "Suriya 47". The action entertainer features Suriya as an unconventional police officer and also stars Nazriya Nazim and Naslen K. Gafoor

Activist Sonam Wangchuk was shifted to Safdarjung Hospital after doctors, during a court-mandated examination, advised hospitalisation over his deteriorating health. Police said he is weak, showing signs of dehydration due to prolonged fasting, and remains under observation while further medical tests are underway

Chaos broke out at Jantar Mantar after a woman threw an ink-like liquid at Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke while he was addressing supporters. The incident briefly disrupted the protest, and police are yet to ascertain the woman's identity and motive.

Delhi Police sources say the Cockroach Janata Party is unlikely to get permission for its July 20 Parliament march due to the Monsoon Session. Meanwhile, CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke began a hunger strike after activist Sonam Wangchuk was hospitalized