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The Rajya Sabha passed two key bills — reserving four Goa Assembly seats for Scheduled Tribes and amending coastal shipping laws — amid an Opposition boycott, with the government stressing democratic representation for tribal communities and maritime sector reforms

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has partnered with NOW Corporation’s telecom arm to develop the Philippines’ sovereign data cloud, strengthen digital infrastructure, and promote financial inclusivity, focusing on secure networks, cyber defence, healthcare, and digital banking under the Trusted Network Initiative framework

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said banks can decide savings account minimum balances, after ICICI Bank raised requirements up to Rs 50,000 for new customers in metros, while penalties and deposit charges also increased, contrasting with SBI’s zero-balance policy

realme will launch the P4 Pro and P4 in India on August 20, featuring dual-chip designs for better performance and visuals, flagship-level gaming capabilities, advanced AI display tech, and unique designs inspired by natural and industrial aesthetics

Bihar LoP Tejashwi Yadav accused CM Nitish Kumar of copying his welfare proposals, calling the state government a “scamster copycat.” He alleged Nitish’s recent announcements are repackaged ideas he had presented earlier, with elections looming in the State

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced the revised Income Tax Bill, 2025, in the Lok Sabha, adopting 285 recommendations from a Parliamentary panel. The bill aims to simplify tax laws, benefit the middle class, and replace the decades-old 1961 Act

Opposition MPs, led by Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, were detained during a protest march against the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bihar, alleging “vote theft.” Police stopped them midway, triggering dramatic scenes and sharp political exchanges

The government has pledged to safeguard farmers, exporters, entrepreneurs, and MSMEs as new US tariffs threaten over half of India’s merchandise exports. Calling the move “unfair,” New Delhi vowed to take all necessary steps to protect national interests

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman told Parliament there is no proposal to restore the Old Pension Scheme for central government staff under NPS. Instead, the Unified Pension Scheme offers defined retirement benefits while ensuring fiscal sustainability. Household net financial position has improved

Starting August 15, Andhra Pradesh will offer free bus travel under the ‘Stree Shakti’ scheme for all girls, women, and transgender persons with domicile status. The initiative covers select APSRTC services and aims to improve mobility, education, and employment access

Tesla has opened its first showroom in Delhi at Aerocity, its second in India within a month. The outlet focuses on the Model Y SUV, aiming to tap into India’s premium EV market ahead of the festive season.

Kerala Police have issued a lookout notice for rapper Vedan after a female doctor accused him of rape and financial exploitation. Authorities fear he may flee abroad; investigation is ongoing.

Puri police arrested 12 men for impersonating Jagannath Temple servitors and extorting money from pilgrims. The accused targeted visitors from several states, with Rs 20,000 and 14 phones seized. They face multiple charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

A 13-year-old girl from Phiringmal village, Odisha, is battling for life after allegedly setting herself ablaze. This is the fourth such incident in a month, following three similar deaths across the state, prompting concern over the disturbing trend.

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An Air India flight AI 2455, traveling from Thiruvananthapuram to Delhi with senior political leaders on board, was forced to make an emergency landing at Chennai airport following a suspected radar malfunction. The flight carried four Kerala MPs and one Tamil Nadu MP.

Nihal Sarin ended Arjun Erigaisi’s unbeaten run in the Chennai Grand Masters, while Vincent Keymer maintained the lead. In Challengers, Abhimanyu Puranik emerged as sole leader after a crucial win

India under-20 women’s football team qualified for the AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup after 20 years, defeating hosts Myanmar 1-0 in Yangon, with Pooja scoring the decisive 27th-minute goal

Pharma companies often exploit the dual Centre-State approval system at the cost of risking people’s lives

The Karnataka State Election Commission has issued a formal notice to Congress MP Rahul Gandhi, asking him to provide documentary evidence backing his claim of over one lakh bogus votes cast in the Mahadevapura Assembly Constituency during the recent Lok Sabha elections.

The Congress party has rejected the Election Commission of India’s directive demanding Rahul Gandhi submit an affidavit to substantiate his allegations of widespread voter fraud in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The grand old party is pressing for a thorough investigation into the electoral process

PM Modi humourously noted women prefer Bengaluru Metro over Karnataka’s free bus scheme during Yellow Line inauguration. The Rs 7,160 crore project marks a key step in Metro expansion, with Modi also laying foundation for Phase 3’s Orange Line

Several former separatist leaders in Jammu and Kashmir have publicly renounced their past affiliations and pledged allegiance to India’s Constitution. This marks a major shift from the 1990s separatist stance amid the government’s zero-tolerance policy against terrorism and secessionism

Nine days after Bihar’s draft electoral rolls were published, the Election Commission reports no objections from political parties. The list remains open for claims till September 1 amid opposition protests. The final roll will be published by September 30