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BP Pandey has been appointed Chairman of the Godavari River Management Board as Andhra Pradesh’s contentious Polavaram-Banakacherla Link Project faces regulatory hurdles. Telangana's BRS opposes the project, citing lack of GRMB and CWC approvals amid ongoing environmental objections.

The Central University of Karnataka has launched an inquiry into allegations that Assistant Professor Abdul Majeed coerced B.A. students to wear the hijab during a mosque visit. The complaint was filed by a legal advocacy group.

Air India Express has rolled out its regular 'Payday Sale' with up to 15% discounts on fares across its network. The offer runs until August 1 for travel until March 31, 2026, with added benefits on Xpress Lite bookings

The Jharkhand government has announced compensation for victims of the Deoghar road accident that killed six Kanwariyas and injured 23. Chief Minister Soren has ordered free treatment and a probe. A special committee will investigate safety and negligence issues

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge launched a scathing attack on the Centre in Rajya Sabha, demanding accountability for the Pahalgam terror attack. He questioned the silence of top ministers, sought clarity on the ceasefire, and urged formation of a review committee

A Shiv Sena delegation met with the Election Commission of India, urging the linkage of Aadhaar with voter rolls and removal of illegal voters. It also extended support for One Nation, One Election and denied links to the party symbol case

NCP (SP) MP Supriya Sule accusing the entire state Cabinet of approving irregularities demanded a transparent investigation and release of a white paper on the scheme's mismanagement

The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended appointments and elevations of judges across six High Courts, including Delhi, Bombay, and Andhra Pradesh. The move coincides with the Centre’s approval of 19 judge appointments in Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, and Gauhati

Asian Paints reported a 6.2 per cent drop in Q1 net profit to Rs 1,117 crore and a marginal dip in revenue. While domestic demand remained soft, international markets and industrial coatings segments showed growth. Margins were impacted by higher marketing spends

The SIT began exhuming suspected human remains near Dharmasthala in Karnataka under tight security. The operation, triggered by a key witness’s complaint, has drawn attention due to its sensitive nature. Forensic experts and armed police are overseeing the process

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu also engaged with SIA Engineering on MRO services and will meet top Singaporean leaders for investment talks

Normalised profit before tax stood at Rs 3,683 crore after key one-off adjustments

SEBI has internal mechanisms to address conflict of interest, including a disclosure and recusal framework, the Centre told Parliament. A high-level committee has been set up to review and strengthen regulations under new Chairperson Tuhin Kanta Pandey’s leadership

Products certified by CDSCO and ICMED will now face fewer regulatory barriers, boosting Indian competitiveness in the British market

Two-time world champion Nikhat Zareen is set to compete in the inaugural World Boxing Championships in Liverpool this September. Returning to the 51 kg category post-Olympics, she is focusing on strength, endurance, and mindset to claim her third title.

The government has raised over Rs 35,000 crore in tax and penalty demands under the Black Money Act since 2015, but recovered only Rs 338 crore. No country-specific data is maintained, and 163 prosecutions have been filed till March 2025

India overtook China as the top exporter of smartphones to the US in Q2 2025, thanks to Apple’s strategic shift in manufacturing. “Made-in-India” devices accounted for 44 per cent of imports, with Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro models driving the growth

The NPCI will enforce new UPI rules from August 1, limiting balance checks, restricting auto-pay timings, and capping reversal requests. The changes aim to ease network congestion, enhance transaction security, and improve the user experience across payment apps

The Karnataka government is under fire for proposing to divert ₹11,896 crore from SC/ST welfare funds to its guarantee schemes. Dalit groups and Opposition parties have criticised the move. A final decision is expected at the SC/ST Development Council meet on August 5.

Heavy rainfall brought relief to Delhi-NCR on Tuesday, reducing temperatures and significantly improving air quality. The IMD forecast predicts continued rain and thunderstorms until August 3. AQI levels in several parts of Delhi and NCR improved to ‘satisfactory’.

At 38, Koneru Humpy continues to inspire the chess world with her latest FIDE World Cup final appearance. A two-time World Rapid Champion, Humpy’s grace, resilience, and quiet brilliance underscore her three-decade journey at the top.

The Dharmasthala case is a litmus test not only for the scientific capacity of India’s forensic institutions, but for our collective ability to confront uncomfortable truths

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar told Parliament that Operation Sindoor reflects a "new normal" in India’s anti-terror strategy, rejecting mediation claims and nuclear threats. He outlined a five-point doctrine and confirmed the US designation of TRF as a global terror group