India

The Nagaland Cabinet approved convening a special Assembly session to enact a law for the proposed Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority, while seeking the Centre's approval for legislative powers and a higher development package amid delays in implementing the February agreement

Researchers at CSIR-Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research have developed India's first mobile Smart Algal Liquid Tree, an algae-based air purification system that absorbs carbon dioxide, releases oxygen and helps improve air quality in crowded urban spaces with limited greenery

The Indian rupee strengthened 15 paise against the US dollar in early trade, supported by improved market sentiment after Saudi Arabia cut crude prices for Asia. Easing Middle East tensions, lower oil prices and renewed foreign investor buying also boosted the currency

Indian benchmark indices advanced in early trade, supported by positive global cues, easing crude oil concerns and renewed foreign investor buying. IT and banking stocks led gains, while analysts said improved technical indicators and stronger fundamentals continued to support market sentiment

Mumbai remained on high alert as the IMD forecast another day of torrential rain, prompting school closures, work-from-home advisories and emergency measures. Record rainfall over 48 hours caused widespread flooding, transport disruptions and storm damage across the city and suburbs

Narendra Modi received a ceremonial welcome in Jakarta as he began his Indonesia visit. He will hold talks with Prabowo Subianto to deepen strategic cooperation and visit the historic Prambanan

More than 85,000 pilgrims have completed the annual Amarnath Yatra in its first four days, with over 28,000 devotees offering prayers on Monday. Authorities have tightened security, expanded facilities and urged pilgrims to travel only on their registered dates

The Maharashtra Congress launched a statewide protest against the BJP and RSS over alleged misappropriation of donations at the Ayodhya Ram Temple. The agitation follows similar protests by Shiv Sena (UBT), with both parties demanding accountability and action over the alleged irregularities 

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust accepted the resignations of Champat Rai and Anil Mishra during a key meeting, appointed Krishna Mohan as acting General Secretary, formed a CEO search committee, and reaffirmed confidence in the ongoing investigation

The NIA filed a supplementary chargesheet against Lashkar-e-Taiba chief Hafiz Saeed in the Pahalgam terror attack case, accusing him of orchestrating the cross-border conspiracy and invoking charges of waging war against India under the BNS and UAPA

Persistent rural and gender digital divides, cybersecurity risks, limited broadband, weak data privacy enforcement, and low digital literacy continue to hinder inclusive growth

Two Assam Rifles personnel were killed and several others injured after suspected militants ambushed their convoy in Manipur's Ukhrul district. The attack triggered an exchange of fire, while security forces launched search operations and the State government condemned the killings

The issue is no longer only about where the boundary lies but also about the strategic advantages that flow from keeping it undefined

The removal of Diljit Dosanjh's Satluj from ZEE5 has sparked political criticism and a wider debate on censorship. While parties and the SGPC demanded its restoration, Dosanjh said he expected the move and urged audiences to watch the film wherever possible

Union Minister Amit Shah announced plans to launch a cooperative life insurance company and expand Bharat Taxi to 500 cities. He also highlighted reforms, technology adoption, professional management, organic farming, and the growing role of cooperatives in achieving the Viksit Bharat vision

The Supreme Court declined to intervene in a Bombay High Court order directing the removal of a Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue from Mormugao Port Authority land in Goa. Petitioners withdrew their plea, with liberty to seek relief before the high court

Google and Meta told the Delhi High Court they cannot proactively monitor or remove unauthorised court hearing clips without specific URLs or legal directions. The court deferred the matter to August 27 while considering a plea seeking contempt action and content removal

WhatsApp has paused its proposed username feature launch in India pending government consultations. The Centre flagged potential online fraud and impersonation risks, granting Meta an additional three days to formally respond to its clarification notice

The Ram temple trust accepted the resignations of general secretary Champat Rai and trustee Anil Mishra following the donation embezzlement controversy. It appointed Krishna Mohan as interim general secretary and formed a panel to identify a CEO while pledging greater transparency and accountability

The Delhi High Court directed the Wrestling Federation of India to decide Vinesh Phogat's show-cause notice within two weeks after a personal hearing. The court disposed of her plea over Asian Games trials as infructuous while allowing her to file a fresh petition on the selection policy

The CBI conducted searches at 26 locations across 11 states and Union Territories while investigating alleged financial irregularities in Border Roads Organisation projects. The probe involves suspected diversion of funds through fictitious labour payments and names 10 officials and private individuals

Mamata Banerjee led a candlelight rally in Kolkata demanding justice for an 11-year-old girl allegedly raped and murdered in Baruipur. Senior TMC leaders also met the victim's family, assuring legal assistance and support as police continue their investigation

The Delhi High Court sought the Centre’s response to pleas challenging the eviction notice issued to Delhi Gymkhana Club and directed that proceedings before the Estate Officer be deferred. The matter has been listed for hearing on July 28