India

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

The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that elections to Cantonment Boards, including Secunderabad, will not be held as an excision and merger process with State municipalities is underway. The development was welcomed by local civic activists and residents’ groups

The Centre clarified that no construction work has begun on the Polavaram-Banakacherla Link Project, which Telangana opposes over water-sharing concerns. Andhra Pradesh has submitted only a feasibility report, while the project is under techno-economic appraisal by the Central Water Commission

Fresh enrolments in Kendriya Vidyalayas dropped to 1.39 lakh in 2024-25, the lowest in five years, according to data shared by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan in Lok Sabha. There are currently 1,280 KVs functioning across the country

Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi attacked the Modi government in Lok Sabha over the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor, questioning alleged security lapses, jet losses, and the role of foreign pressure in halting military action against Pakistan. He demanded accountability from the Home and Defence Ministers

Indian forces neutralised Sulaiman, an ex-Pakistan Army commando and Lashkar-e-Tayiba mastermind behind the April 22 Pahalgam massacre, in Operation Mahadev. The probe confirms ISI’s direct role in the plot, executed using only Pakistani terrorists to maintain secrecy

Kinetic Engineering has re-entered the two-wheeler segment with the launch of its iconic Kinetic DX in an electric avatar. Priced from Rs 1.11 lakh, the scooter offers a 116 km range as the company plans major investments and dealership expansion

The IT Ministry is monitoring TCS’ decision to lay off over 12,000 employees, mostly at mid- and senior levels. The government is focusing on job creation and reskilling as India’s largest IT firm realigns for AI-driven growth and global expansion

The move, targeting mainly mid and senior roles, comes as part of TCS’ strategy to become a “future-ready” organisation

A fake residence certificate was issued to a stray dog in rural Patna, naming its canine parents. Authorities canceled the document, filed an FIR, and launched a probe amid scrutiny of Bihar's voter list revision process

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, in a fiery Lok Sabha speech, accused the Opposition of demoralising the armed forces by questioning Operation Sindoor’s success. He asserted that the mission met all objectives, faced no losses, and warned that India would resume if provoked

The Supreme Court sought a response from the Uttarakhand government on a plea by a priest of Maa Chandi Devi Temple challenging a High Court order appointing a receiver. The petitioner claims mismanagement was never proven and alleges natural justice was violated

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh asserted that the strikes ended only after destroying terror bases in Pakistan and warned that any future misadventure would invite a strong response

The Supreme Court slammed MP minister Vijay Shah for only issuing an online apology after making controversial remarks about Army officer Colonel Sofiya Qureshi. The court directed the SIT to submit a report and appear on August 18

Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi has demanded full transparency from the Union government on Operation Sindoor ahead of a key parliamentary debate. The Opposition plans pointed interventions as Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Prime Minister Modi are expected to address both Houses of Parliament

Liquor sales in Karnataka’s border districts have declined due to Andhra Pradesh’s new excise policy, which offers cheaper and better-quality alcohol. Shop owners are reporting losses, and the state government is assessing the impact on excise revenue and local trade

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh told Parliament that Operation Sindoor was completed in 22 minutes, killing over 100 terrorists. The mission targeted terrorist bases without crossing borders. Opposition protests over Bihar's SIR exercise delayed the debate multiple times

Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu invited him to the Global Investors Summit, while Singapore expressed interest in housing and subsea cable projects

In a major turn in the Dharmasthala illegal burial case, a whistleblower guided the SIT to suspected grave sites near the Netravati river. The team marked multiple locations and began scientific verification, with excavation expected to follow soon

A man in Sultanpur was arrested for killing his teen daughter's boyfriend and injuring his friend after catching them late at night. The incident happened in Palia Golpur village, and police are investigating the case further

The government projects annual coal output growth of 6-7 per cent to reach 1.5 billion tonnes by 2029-30

Three terrorists were killed in ‘Operation Mahadev’ launched in Srinagar’s Dachigam area after intelligence inputs. Security forces, including Army and J&K Police, continue operations to corner a third militant amid intensified efforts to dismantle the terror ecosystem post the Pahalgam attack

Reconstruction of the ancestral homes of Bollywood legends Dilip Kumar and Raj Kapoor began in Peshawar. Funded by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government, the Rs 70 million project aims to restore the houses as museums, promoting cultural heritage and boosting tourism