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Finternet is neither a ‘blockchain of finance’ nor simply Fintech 2.0. It is a vision for a deeply interconnected financial architecture

The Vivekananda International Foundation hosted a discussion on Dr P V Ramana’s book “India’s Maoists: Glimpses into Red Insurgency”, examining the Maoist movement’s evolution, geographical spread and security dimensions, with speakers discussing its history, counter-insurgency efforts and changing phases.

The government plans to release a consultation paper on AI regulations within a month, Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said. The proposed framework will focus on AI safety, deepfakes, skilling, human impact and a techno-legal approach

Forty-two former judges, including ex-Supreme Court and High Court judges, expressed concern over what they called a campaign to undermine constitutional institutions. Defending the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, they warned that unsubstantiated allegations could erode public trust

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has issued comprehensive new ethical guidelines restricting medical practitioners, hospitals, and healthcare facilities from using AI-generated promotional content, misleading claims, and patient testimonials across digital and social media platforms.

The Supreme Court has quashed criminal proceedings against six individuals accused of abetting a woman’s suicide after her lover refused to marry her. A Bench of Justices J.B. Pardiwala and K. Vinod Chandran ruled that a refusal to marry after a consensual relationship does not automatically constitute abetment to suicide.

The Centre launched JOSH Teams to strengthen grassroots efforts to eliminate tuberculosis, with 58,000 volunteers supporting awareness, screening, diagnosis and treatment. The initiative, involving youth, NCC cadets, officials and public representatives, will initially cover 55 districts across 11 states 

Delhi Police Crime Branch has begun probing violence during a July 20 protest in the capital, focusing on alleged assaults, vandalism and damage to public property and whether the violence was premeditated. The investigation follows Supreme Court directions quashing related FIRs 

Arunachal Pradesh will miss the Vinoo Mankad Trophy amid a legal and administrative deadlock within its cricket association. The crisis has already affected junior tournaments and threatens Ranji Trophy participation, leaving players across age groups without opportunities to represent the state nationally

Bihar BJP leaders defended the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, calling it a legitimate exercise, while saying the Opposition has a constitutional right to meet President Droupadi Murmu following established procedures. They also criticised Rahul Gandhi over the SIR controversy 

Mahagathbandhan leaders and workers protested in Patna against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Tensions with police led to the detention of Tejashwi Yadav, Misa Bharti and Mukesh Sahani amid heavy security arrangements

Ashok Gehlot and Sachin Pilot displayed camaraderie at a Congress strategy meeting in Jaipur, drawing attention to their long-standing rivalry. With Panchayat elections approaching, the party is projecting unity among senior leaders, though candidate selection and grassroots campaigning will test reconciliation

India and Myanmar reviewed bilateral defence cooperation and discussed new initiatives focused on training, capacity building and mutual security at their third Defence Cooperation Meeting in Guwahati. Myanmar appreciated India’s humanitarian assistance through Operation Brahma following the devastating earthquake

Telangana and Andhra Pradesh leaders, along with Union ministers, extended greetings to Indian Air Force personnel and their families on Air Force Day, praising their courage, professionalism and sacrifices in defending the nation and responding to humanitarian emergencies and disasters

BRS working president KT Rama Rao backed Elon Musk's remarks on Starlink's India entry, urging him to identify the alleged oligarchs he claimed were blocking the satellite internet service. The Centre, however, dismissed Musk's allegations as baseless.

IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh highlighted the force’s humanitarian assistance and disaster relief missions in India and abroad, saying they reflect the principle of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’. He also stressed leadership, professional training and operational preparedness during Air Force Day celebrations

The Centre has dismissed Elon Musk’s claim that Starlink is being unfairly blocked in India, stating that the satellite communication licensing framework is fair, non-discriminatory, and that all three licensees are currently at a similar regulatory stage undergoing security assessments.

An IndiGo flight from Patna to Lucknow made a safe emergency landing after encountering severe weather, including a hailstorm and lightning strike that damaged the aircraft's nose. The DGCA has launched an investigation and the aircraft has been grounded for inspection.

Nana Patekar, the veteran bollywood actor died of a heart stroke in the early hours of Thursday in Goa.

The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed a new rule that would require schools to pay a $70,000 fee for an international student's initial Optional Practical Training (OPT) participation and $30,000 for subsequent OPT applications.

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy was stopped by Delhi Police while heading to Barakhamba Road Police Station to express solidarity with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who was detained during protests against the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.

The Russia-Ukraine war is entering a deadlier phase, in which industrial capacity, technological adaptation and political endurance matter as much as battlefield strength

It is clear that the RBI is using strong growth as a window to act before inflation gets entrenched