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On the sixth anniversary of Article 370’s abrogation, Kashmir remained peaceful despite widespread rumours of political change. Daily life continued as usual, with schools and businesses open. Speculations about statehood and redivision did not materialize.

Parents of a 4-year-old girl have alleged she was sexually assaulted on the premises of a school in Thane. Police have launched a probe under POCSO and are reviewing CCTV footage.

JMM founder and former chief minister Shibu Soren’s last rites will be held today in Nemra village. Top national leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Kharge, are expected to attend the funeral.

PM Modi will address the NDA parliamentary party meeting today, discussing national security, Operation Sindoor, and legislative priorities amid opposition protests during the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament.

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The company has declared an interim dividend of Rs 4 per equity share, to be paid on or before August 21

The US President had mounted a sharp attack on India and Russia for their close ties and said the two countries can take their “dead economies down together”

Shibu Soren’s unflinching support for the Telangana cause, both morally and politically, stood as a symbol of regional solidarity and federal justice

The Aerocity facility, currently in the final stages of construction, is expected to command a monthly rent of around Rs 25 lakh

The move is being seen by political analysts as a clear signal that the TMC is grooming Abhishek Banerjee for a larger role in national politics

By engaging with key African nations, India can lead the Global South and also counter China’s debt-driven influence in the region

Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains has been summoned by the Akal Takht on August 6 for allegedly hurting Sikh sentiments by organising entertainment performances at an event in Srinagar marking Guru Teg Bahadur's martyrdom anniversary. The SGPC strongly condemned the act

Three Pune women alleged police assaulted them and used casteist slurs during a missing person investigation. Rohit Pawar has sought action under the SC/ST Atrocities Act. Police have denied the allegations, citing no evidence in preliminary inquiry

The traditional Gajapayana elephant march began with floral tributes and rituals, marking the official start of Mysuru Dasara festivities. Led by elephant Abhimanyu, the first batch of nine elephants departed with fanfare, cultural performances, and traditional offerings

Tesla awarded Elon Musk $29 billion worth of stock, months after a court struck down his earlier $56 billion pay. The new shares match terms of the old plan. Musk has appealed, and Tesla is reviewing his compensation

Veteran filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan defended his remarks on government funding for women and SC/ST filmmakers, stating they were meant to empower through expert training. His comments sparked a backlash, with a police complaint and split reactions from minister

Over four crore women have received maternity benefits under the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana, with disbursements exceeding Rs 19,028 crore. The Women and Child Development Ministry has extended the registration drive till August 15 to ensure wider inclusion and awareness

The Karnataka High Court directed transport unions to defer their planned August 5 strike by a day, following a PIL citing public hardship. The court criticised the timing of the petition but acknowledged the disruption the strike could cause to essential services

Leaders across party lines hailed his decades-long struggle for tribal rights and statehood. President Murmu and PM Modi led the tributes

Tesla has inaugurated its first EV charging station in India at One BKC, Mumbai. Featuring fast Superchargers and AC chargers, the launch signals Tesla’s infrastructure push ahead of Model Y deliveries, with more charging sites planned across the city

The SIT probing mass grave allegations in Dharmasthala resumed excavations on Monday, targeting the final three sites. Skeletal remains from Site No. 6 may mark a breakthrough. Activists demand a court-monitored probe amid fresh claims of illegal burials and abuse

At the TN Rising Investors Conclave in Thoothukudi, CM Stalin said Tamil Nadu is working to industrialise southern districts through major investments and employment initiatives. The state signed 41 MoUs worth Rs 32,553 crore and announced key infrastructure projects.

The Lok Sabha was adjourned for the day due to persistent opposition protests demanding a debate on Bihar's electoral roll revision. Speaker Om Birla and other leaders condemned the repeated disruptions that have stalled legislative business during the Monsoon session

Alleging his remarks on SC/ST film grants violate the SC/ST Act and promote prejudice