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The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) claimed government representatives assured them that protesters will face no legal action, with notifications already issued in Bihar and Assam and fresh guarantees for Rajasthan. The party said further notifications from the Centre and BJP/NDA-ruled states would follow.

Several Amarnath Yatra pilgrims were injured on Tuesday when their bus skidded off the road in Kangan, Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir. The bus crashed into a house at Hariganwan after the driver lost control on a curve. The damaged house prevented the vehicle from plunging into the Sindh river.

Bihar Police Headquarters reported that 694 people, including many students and minors, were detained during statewide protests on July 25. While 339 were released after verification, 355 were produced before court for alleged violent acts. The clashes left 91 police personnel injured, including senior officers, and caused damage to government property.

A former IPS officer and two individuals injured during the Cockroach Janata Party-led Sansad Chalo march have petitioned the Supreme Court seeking a ban on pellet guns used for crowd control. They allege that Rapid Action Force personnel fired pellets without provocation, violating their constitutional right to peaceful assembly.

India and China reaffirmed the importance of maintaining peace and tranquillity along the border as Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met senior Chinese leaders in Beijing. The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral ties, expanding exchanges and advancing cooperation in trade, culture and people-to-people relations

AISA president Neha Bora warned that the organisation would call a statewide Bihar Bandh on July 30 if detained students and protest leaders are not released by July 29. She also demanded an inquiry into the AK-47 firing incident during the protests.

Canada dominated the artistic gymnastics apparatus finals at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, winning three of five gold medals through Felix Dolci, Jordan Carroll and Lia-Monica Fontaine. England and Australia secured the remaining titles, while Scotland celebrated a historic double podium in pommel horse

AISA president Neha Bora warned that the organisation would call a statewide Bihar Bandh on July 30 if detained students and protest leaders are not released by July 29. She also demanded an inquiry into the AK-47 firing incident during the protests.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Skyroot Aerospace founders Pawan Chandana and Naga Bharath Daka after the successful Vikram-1 mission. The discussions covered the company's journey, India's private space ecosystem, future opportunities and the long-term vision for space technology.

If political disputes are settled on the streets, the role of parliamentary institutions in a representative democracy comes into question

Air India has signed an MoU with the Ministry of Tourism to jointly promote India as a premier global tourism destination. The partnership will focus on international marketing campaigns, transit tourism, visitor experience and leveraging the airline's global network to enhance India's visibility

Bank of Baroda has assured customers that its core banking systems remain secure after an employee's email account was compromised, leading to unauthorised data access. The bank has launched a forensic investigation amid reports that sensitive customer information surfaced on the dark web

Five people, including a factory owner, have been arrested after an explosion at a rod manufacturing unit in Assam's Cachar district killed four workers. Multiple investigations have been ordered as authorities examine alleged safety lapses and possible negligence behind the fatal industrial accident

An IndiGo flight from Dubai to Mumbai made a precautionary landing at Rajkot after a smoke indication from the cargo hold prompted the crew to declare an emergency. All 194 people on board were safely evacuated, and the aircraft is undergoing technical inspection

The Kerala government has unveiled a comprehensive Onam market intervention plan featuring Supplyco trade fairs, subsidised vegetables, additional foodgrain allocations, free Onam kits and anti-hoarding measures to keep essential commodities affordable during the State's biggest harvest festival

A Delhi court has reserved until July 31 its order on sentencing former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain and four others convicted in the murder of IB officer Ankit Sharma during the 2020 North-East Delhi riots, after hearing arguments from both the prosecution and defence

A total of 576 individuals reported gross incomes of Rs 100 crore or more in Assessment Year 2025-26, up four-fold from five years ago. The government also highlighted declining unemployment and measures aimed at reducing income inequality and promoting inclusive economic growth

The Civil Aviation Ministry informed Parliament that there has been no delay in the investigation into the Air India AI171 Dreamliner crash. Officials said the probe is progressing as per established procedures, with all probable causes under examination and no fixed timeline for the final report.

The government told the Rajya Sabha that E20 petrol offers better acceleration, improved ride quality and lower carbon emissions than E10 fuel. It said extensive studies and field data found no evidence of engine corrosion, abnormal wear or reduced vehicle life

Nepal inaugurated its first road tunnel, the Nagdhunga-Sisneri Tunnel, marking the country's entry into the tunnel road era. Built with Japanese assistance, the project is expected to reduce travel time, while more tunnel projects are planned to improve the nation's transport infrastructure

Kerala has directed government departments to curb expenditure while preparing Budget Estimates for the next financial year as fiscal pressures persist. The state has also asked departments to avoid non-essential projects and tighten spending despite higher revenue receipts

Crude oil futures on the MCX fell nearly 8 per cent as easing geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran triggered a sharp decline in global oil prices. Analysts, however, warned that risks to oil supplies remain due to continued regional security concerns

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay announced a Rs 30 lakh cash incentive for weightlifter Raja Muthupandi after his silver medal-winning performance in the men's 65kg category at the Commonwealth Games 2026, praising his achievement and its inspirational impact on young athletes