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The Centre informed the Rajya Sabha that private FM radio stations must devote at least 20 per cent of daily programming to local language and culture. It also highlighted recent FM channel auctions, expansion plans, and monitoring of public service broadcasts

Software Freedom Law Center India moved the Delhi High Court challenging repeated mobile internet suspension orders around Jantar Mantar, calling them unconstitutional and disproportionate. The PIL seeks to quash the orders and demands greater transparency in future internet shutdown decisions

Intelligence agencies have warned of a coordinated deepfake campaign targeting the Indian Army during ongoing CJP protests over the NEET-UG paper leak. Officials say fabricated AI-generated videos are being circulated to spread misinformation, incite unrest and undermine public confidence in state institutions.

A 21-year-old student injured during the Jantar Mantar protest has shown significant improvement and is now conscious, breathing independently and responding to commands, RML Hospital said. Doctors described her condition as stable but said she continues to require comprehensive critical care

A day after Delhi University, Jawaharlal Nehru University advised students and staff to avoid Jantar Mantar during the Cockroach Janta Party's protest over the NEET paper leak. The university also cautioned against irresponsible social media activity and urged adherence to legal guidelines

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) announced a website to collect photos and videos identifying police personnel allegedly involved in the July 20 protest crackdown. It vowed to seek FIRs and court intervention, while reiterating demands for the education minister's resignation and compensation for affected families

Content creator Apoorva Makhija opened up about facing severe mental health struggles and suicidal thoughts during the India's Got Latent backlash. Speaking on Lock Upp Season 2, she credited fellow influencer Sufi Motiwala for offering crucial support

A Delhi court rejected the bail plea of a doctor accused in the NEET paper leak case, calling him an active conspirator in an organised syndicate. The court said the alleged scam undermined students' trust, while extending judicial custody of all 13 accused till August 6

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday demanded the removal of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, calling him a "criminal education minister" and blaming him for paper leaks and student unrest. Presenting injured Delhi University student Sahil, allegedly hit by a pellet gun during the July 20 protests, Gandhi accused the government of attacking the future of youth and sought Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s apology. Delhi Police denied using pellet guns.

Student protests over the NEET paper leak spread to Jaipur on Friday as aspirants staged demonstrations at Patrika Gate. Meanwhile, Sheo MLA Ravindra Singh Bhati and former RUSU chief Nirmal Chaudhary reached Delhi's Jantar Mantar to support protesting students

India has invited Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman as a special guest to the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. The gesture underscores New Delhi's commitment to strengthening neighborhood ties following recent diplomatic measures, including the resumption of general tourist visas

Adani Energy Solutions Ltd won an Rs 8,500 crore inter-state transmission project in Andhra Pradesh. The 30-month project will deliver 4,500 MW of power capacity to support green hydrogen projects, AI infrastructure, and hyperscale data centres in the Vizag region

Overcrowding, extreme heat and poor living conditions at Delhi's Jantar Mantar protest site have triggered viral infections, dehydration and injuries among protesters. Volunteer doctors are treating hundreds daily, providing medicines, ORS and first aid while warning of worsening health risks amid the prolonged demonstration

Left party members strongly opposed the introduction of the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, in the Rajya Sabha on Friday. Calling the bill unconstitutional, opposition protests forced the House to adjourn until Monday

Delhi Police has cancelled all routine leaves for its personnel with immediate effect due to the ongoing law and order situation in the national capital. Only emergency leaves verified by competent authorities will be sanctioned until further notice

Metro station closures around central Delhi forced hundreds of protesters and commuters to walk long distances to Jantar Mantar. Despite shut stations, traffic diversions, and suspended internet services, crowds continued to gather, turning disrupted commutes into organized marches

Nearly a month after the examination concluded, the National Testing Agency is yet to release the provisional answer key. The uncertainty has deepened amid unverified social media claims of a leak of the Sociology paper, on which the NTA has issued no official statement

India and Israel concluded the second round of negotiations for a proposed free trade agreement in New Delhi. Held from July 20 to 23, technical talks focused on goods, services, rules of origin, and IPR to deepen economic integration

The Congress on Friday demanded that Prime Minister Narendra Modi address Parliament on paper leaks rather than issuing video messages. Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge urged the PM to sack Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and apologise for police action against protesting students

The Supreme Court on Friday proposed setting up special courts for day-to-day trials in 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases. It directed probe agencies to expedite pending investigations and ensured victims’ lawyers receive chargesheets within one week of contact

The Centre informed Parliament that the number of medical colleges has increased from 387 in 2014 to 844, while MBBS seats have risen to 1.39 lakh. It also highlighted initiatives aimed at strengthening medical education and healthcare delivery nationwide

The Centre has reshuffled several senior Education Ministry officials amid continuing controversies over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak and CBSE evaluation glitches. The Opposition has intensified its demand for Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation and a parliamentary debate on the issue

The Union Cabinet has approved the Rs 3,030 crore BHAVYA-Rasayan Scheme to establish three chemical parks across India. The initiative aims to strengthen the chemical manufacturing ecosystem, improve infrastructure, reduce logistics costs and attract higher investments in the sector.

The Cockroach Janta Party told the Centre that Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation remains a non-negotiable demand. After talks with Union ministers, it also sought an apology for protesters, compensation for victims' families and withdrawal of cases against demonstrators.