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A Delhi court has taken cognisance of the CBI charge sheet against 13 accused in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case, finding overwhelming prima facie evidence that they formed a syndicate to leak, circulate and sell examination material for monetary gain

The SIT probing the 2018 APPSC Group-I recruitment examination has alleged irregularities in digital and manual evaluation processes, including unauthorised evaluators, mark discrepancies, private handling of answer scripts, CCTV lapses and alterations in evaluation records

A 51-year-old Tamil Nadu man with two PhDs and an MBA has cleared NEET and secured a medical seat in Nagapattinam, fulfilling a 34-year-old dream. Despite work and family responsibilities, A Suresh Kumar prepared consistently and overcame an earlier unsuccessful attempt

Air India CEO Campbell Wilson said the airline remains focused on profitability despite external challenges and plans to induct over 100 new aircraft in two years. The carrier is also preparing for leadership transition and continuing its transformation programme

A petition signed by over 14,000 people claiming to represent the academic and scientific community has sought Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla’s intervention over Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra’s “gau mutra expert” remark against IIT Madras Director V Kamakoti

The Ministry of Heavy Industries has received 20 bids through a global tender for setting up integrated Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnet (REPM) manufacturing facilities in India. The scheme aims to establish 6,000 MTPA capacity, reduce import dependence, and strengthen India’s role in the global REPM market.

A UN report has linked the November 2025 Red Fort attack in Delhi to AQIS, warning that the group is evolving into a regional terrorist organisation with decentralised cells, financial and logistical networks, while potentially seeking expansion into Bangladesh and neighbouring countries

Students of a Plus Two school in Jharkhand's Garhwa staged a road blockade and pelted stones at a police station over their acting headmaster's transfer. A policeman was injured, while students also demanded action against a block chief accused of slapping a student

At the Rachnatmak Congress National Convention in New Delhi, Rahul Gandhi launched a sharp attack on the BJP-RSS, calling them a "bunch of jokers" with no understanding of India. He accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of reducing foreign policy to hugging leaders and claimed the RSS has become an instrument of big capital, serving industrialists like Adani and Ambani.

Maharashtra has made working knowledge of Marathi mandatory for cab and autorickshaw drivers and permit holders under amended motor vehicle rules. Non-compliance may lead to suspension or revocation of licence authorisation. The move has drawn mixed reactions from political leaders

Tensions along the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border escalated on Thursday as an economic blockade over an August 10 firing incident led to stone-pelting, injuring several people and targeting security personnel. Protesters demand arrests, action against alleged encroachment and settlement of the boundary dispute

DMK MP Kanimozhi attended Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla’s customary tea meeting as Congress, Samajwadi Party and other INDIA bloc parties stayed away. Her participation sparked speculation over DMK-Congress ties, though Kanimozhi said the DMK remained part of the bloc

The Monsoon Session of Parliament concluded with 12 bills passed, but productivity remained low, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju said. He blamed Opposition disruptions for reduced functioning, citing 19% productivity in Lok Sabha and 39% in Rajya Sabha

The Supreme Court criticised the Centre and FSSAI for delaying front-of-pack warning labels on packaged foods high in sugar, salt and saturated fat. The court said children’s health cannot be compromised and gave the government two weeks to respond

A 32-year-old woman died in Bengaluru after the two-wheeler on which she was riding pillion skidded when a car ahead braked suddenly. She was run over by a goods vehicle. Residents later protested, alleging poor roads and potholes contributed

The AAIB is likely to submit an interim report within a month on the Air India Phuket-Delhi flight incident in which the aircraft dropped 300 feet, injuring 24 people. Investigators are fast-tracking analysis of flight data and cockpit recordings

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the state has maintained uninterrupted essential food supplies to flood-affected families, distributing over 48.5 lakh kg of rice. Relief operations have also provided dal, salt and mustard oil across flood-hit areas

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has approached the Supreme Court challenging an Allahabad High Court order directing the CBI and ED to verify allegations of disproportionate assets against him. The apex court is likely to hear his plea on August 17

A Nadia district court has ordered a police probe into allegations of illegal government land grabbing and sale involving TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee and 29 others across Nadia and Murshidabad. The complainant also alleged environmental damage and threats by party activists

Tata Trusts has begun the process of selecting the next Tata Sons chairman after N Chandrasekaran decided against seeking reappointment beyond February 2027. The Sir Dorabji Tata Trust will constitute a Selection Committee to ensure an orderly leadership transition

The Rajya Sabha was adjourned sine die after passing the Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill, 2026, ending a stormy Monsoon Session marked by disruptions and protests. Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan expressed concern over disorder while highlighting legislative work completed during the session 

A fresh clash erupted between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh protesters in Dhemaji amid an indefinite economic blockade over a border firing incident and alleged land encroachment. Police fired in the air to control the mob as both states pursued efforts to resolve disputes

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay witnessed the signing of 97 MoUs involving investment commitments exceeding Rs 67,000 crore at the Vettri Tamil Nadu Investors Conclave 2026. The projects are expected to create over one lakh jobs across key sectors

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge alleged that BJP-linked people conducted a purification ritual at a Haldwani stage after his speech, calling it an insult and demanding action under the Untouchability Act. BJP leader J P Nadda condemned the incident and ordered an investigation