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West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari condemned the assault on journalists during a protest over the NEET paper leak in Kolkata, assured strict action against those responsible, and directed authorities to ensure proper treatment for the injured mediapersons

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said the international legal architecture must become more democratic, inclusive and responsive to the Global South. Addressing UNCITRAL's 60th anniversary, he stressed that evolving global challenges require predictable, harmonised legal frameworks for resilient international trade

India enjoyed a positive start to its Commonwealth Games swimming campaign as Olympian Srihari Nataraj qualified for the men's 50m backstroke semifinals, while para swimmers Budigina and Ali Imam advanced to the men's 100m freestyle S13 final in Glasgow

India's Commonwealth Games silver medallist Tulika Maan has been withdrawn from the Glasgow Commonwealth Games after a provisional NADA suspension for three whereabouts failures. The development follows another suspension in the Indian judo squad, affecting the team's preparations ahead of the competition

Accion Fraterna-Ecology Centre (AF-EC), Anantapur, has received the Excellence in Carbon Mitigation and Climate Change Management Award at the FKCCI Global CSR and Sustainability Summit 2026 for its pioneering work in sustainable agriculture and climate resilience across 300 villages

The Kerala High Court directed the Guruvayur Devaswom Managing Committee to consider appointing an institutional consultant to modernise its administrative and financial systems. The court stressed that an integrated digital platform would enhance transparency, accountability, auditing and overall administrative efficiency

Dempo Goa Challengers became the first finalists in Butterfly UTT Season 7 after an emphatic 8-2 victory over former champions Dabang Delhi TTC. Olympian Alvaro Robles starred in singles and doubles as the unbeaten Goa side moved within one win of the title

The National Testing Agency has terminated 47 officials and plans legal and criminal action against some amid the NEET paper leak controversy. The move marks the beginning of a major institutional overhaul, with fresh recruitment and structural reforms also underway

A 24-year-old man was allegedly stabbed to death near his residence in Kerala's Alappuzha district after an altercation with three men. Police have launched a manhunt for the suspects, who fled the scene in an autorickshaw following the attack

The agitation over the NEET paper leak spread across multiple states after the CJP's nationwide protest call, with students, political parties and civil society groups staging demonstrations demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation and condemning the July 20 police crackdown in Delhi

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De Gaulle made one major mistake: He dismissed students as simply being afraid of examinations rather than recognising their demand for accountability

The Agriculture Ministry informed the Rajya Sabha that over 10.18 crore Farmer IDs have been created nationwide to streamline subsidy transfers, crop insurance, MSP procurement, credit access and disaster relief. Uttar Pradesh accounts for the highest number with over 2.43 crore IDs

Real estate developer SNN Raj Corp will demolish and reconstruct 49 apartment blocks in its Bengaluru project after a soil testing error caused structural concerns. The company said buyers will bear no cost, with reconstruction expected to take around two years

Thousands marched in Mumbai under Shiv Sena (UBT)'s banner demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the NEET paper leak. The protest also sparked controversy after a viral video allegedly showed a police official handling a woman protester inappropriately

The Delhi High Court refused to restrain ChatGPT from using ANI's copyrighted content for AI training, holding that such use is prima facie protected as fair dealing under copyright law. The court said restricting AI development would adversely affect innovation and public interest

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) told the Centre that Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation remains a non-negotiable demand despite ongoing talks. It warned the protest would expand nationwide if demands are ignored, while both sides agreed to meet again on Saturday

Indian Railways has launched a pilot project using AI-camera stain detection technology in select mechanised laundries to improve linen quality. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw also said blanket cover sheets are washed after every use, while Whito-Meters continue to monitor cleanliness standards

The Supreme Court refused to quash or club multiple cyber fraud FIRs registered across states, observing that cybercrime is a grave and growing menace requiring detailed investigation. It held that distinct victims and transactions justified separate probes despite similarities in the alleged modus operandi

The Kerala High Court questioned the role of senior police officials in the release of Dr M K Ram, accused in dental student Nithin Raj's suicide case. It sought an action report against the investigating officer and ordered scrutiny of procedural lapses

A protester injured during the July 20 'Sansad Chalo' march was discharged after surgery removed pellets from his face and neck. The incident comes amid continuing controversy over alleged pellet gun use, which Delhi Police has denied, as several injured protesters remain under treatment

Delhi Traffic Police issued a traffic advisory urging citizens to avoid areas under prohibitory orders during the ongoing CJP protest. Ride-hailing, food delivery and e-commerce platforms were advised to regulate services, while emergency vehicles remain exempt from the movement restrictions

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has formed a permanent nine-member religious committee to supervise rituals, festivals, priest appointments and worship at the Ayodhya Ram Temple, ensuring strict adherence to the Ramanandi tradition and preserving the temple's religious practices

A day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced fast-track courts to ensure speedy justice in the NEET paper leak case, the Madhya Pradesh government decided to establish four such courts in Indore, Bhopal, Gwalior and Jabalpur for quicker case disposal.