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AISA president Neha Bora warned that the organisation would call a statewide Bihar Bandh on July 30 if detained students and protest leaders are not released by July 29. She also demanded an inquiry into the AK-47 firing incident during the protests.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Skyroot Aerospace founders Pawan Chandana and Naga Bharath Daka after the successful Vikram-1 mission. The discussions covered the company's journey, India's private space ecosystem, future opportunities and the long-term vision for space technology.

If political disputes are settled on the streets, the role of parliamentary institutions in a representative democracy comes into question

Air India has signed an MoU with the Ministry of Tourism to jointly promote India as a premier global tourism destination. The partnership will focus on international marketing campaigns, transit tourism, visitor experience and leveraging the airline's global network to enhance India's visibility

Bank of Baroda has assured customers that its core banking systems remain secure after an employee's email account was compromised, leading to unauthorised data access. The bank has launched a forensic investigation amid reports that sensitive customer information surfaced on the dark web

Five people, including a factory owner, have been arrested after an explosion at a rod manufacturing unit in Assam's Cachar district killed four workers. Multiple investigations have been ordered as authorities examine alleged safety lapses and possible negligence behind the fatal industrial accident

An IndiGo flight from Dubai to Mumbai made a precautionary landing at Rajkot after a smoke indication from the cargo hold prompted the crew to declare an emergency. All 194 people on board were safely evacuated, and the aircraft is undergoing technical inspection

The Kerala government has unveiled a comprehensive Onam market intervention plan featuring Supplyco trade fairs, subsidised vegetables, additional foodgrain allocations, free Onam kits and anti-hoarding measures to keep essential commodities affordable during the State's biggest harvest festival

A Delhi court has reserved until July 31 its order on sentencing former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain and four others convicted in the murder of IB officer Ankit Sharma during the 2020 North-East Delhi riots, after hearing arguments from both the prosecution and defence

A total of 576 individuals reported gross incomes of Rs 100 crore or more in Assessment Year 2025-26, up four-fold from five years ago. The government also highlighted declining unemployment and measures aimed at reducing income inequality and promoting inclusive economic growth

The Civil Aviation Ministry informed Parliament that there has been no delay in the investigation into the Air India AI171 Dreamliner crash. Officials said the probe is progressing as per established procedures, with all probable causes under examination and no fixed timeline for the final report.

The government told the Rajya Sabha that E20 petrol offers better acceleration, improved ride quality and lower carbon emissions than E10 fuel. It said extensive studies and field data found no evidence of engine corrosion, abnormal wear or reduced vehicle life

Nepal inaugurated its first road tunnel, the Nagdhunga-Sisneri Tunnel, marking the country's entry into the tunnel road era. Built with Japanese assistance, the project is expected to reduce travel time, while more tunnel projects are planned to improve the nation's transport infrastructure

Kerala has directed government departments to curb expenditure while preparing Budget Estimates for the next financial year as fiscal pressures persist. The state has also asked departments to avoid non-essential projects and tighten spending despite higher revenue receipts

Crude oil futures on the MCX fell nearly 8 per cent as easing geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran triggered a sharp decline in global oil prices. Analysts, however, warned that risks to oil supplies remain due to continued regional security concerns

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay announced a Rs 30 lakh cash incentive for weightlifter Raja Muthupandi after his silver medal-winning performance in the men's 65kg category at the Commonwealth Games 2026, praising his achievement and its inspirational impact on young athletes

Rajya Sabha proceedings were adjourned till 5.15 p.m. after Opposition members disrupted the House over the paper leak protest issue. Repeated sloganeering prevented discussion on the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, despite appeals from the Deputy Chairman.

The Supreme Court directed the Uttar Pradesh government to include a forensic auditor in the SIT probing the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya. The court asked the five-member team to submit a status report within two weeks

The ED has arrested former CGPSC Chairman Taman Singh Sonwani in a money laundering case linked to alleged corruption, question paper leak and manipulation of State Service Examinations. Investigators are probing the money trail and the involvement of other accused in the recruitment scam

PL Wealth retained its overweight stance on Indian equities, citing strong long-term fundamentals despite risks from inflation, crude oil prices, the rupee and foreign outflows. The report recommends phased investments in quality stocks while favouring infrastructure, financials and manufacturing themes

The Congress criticised BJP MPs for welcoming former Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan at Parliament after his resignation. Jairam Ramesh questioned whether the BJP considered Pradhan's tenure commendable despite allegations over NEET irregularities and protests by students

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has approached the Bombay High Court with a defamation suit over alleged AI-generated deepfake videos linking him and his family to the Centre's E20 ethanol policy. He has sought removal of the content and an injunction against its circulation

The CJP expressed concern over reports of student protesters being detained in Assam, West Bengal and Bihar despite the Centre's assurance of no punitive action. It demanded the release of detainees, withdrawal of FIRs and a written guarantee from the government

The Congress accused the BJP of using excessive force against protesting students in Bihar over allegations that AK-47 rifles were deployed during demonstrations. The BJP rejected the claims, demanded Rahul Gandhi's apology and accused him of spreading misinformation