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A 1,900-km motorcycle expedition by serving defence personnel and veterans concluded at the Kargil War Memorial in Dras on Kargil Vijay Diwas, honouring the soldiers of Operation Vijay and paying tribute to the sacrifices made during the 1999 conflict

Activist Sonam Wangchuk will be discharged from Medanta Hospital on Monday and visit Rajghat to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi before returning to Ladakh. He had supported the NEET protest with a 26-day hunger strike during the 36-day agitation

One person was killed and 26 others injured after a private bus overturned near Kuttipuram in Kerala's Malappuram district. Authorities have ordered separate investigations to determine whether overspeeding, road conditions or other factors caused the accident

Municipal workers repainted graffiti-covered walls and cleared waste around Jantar Mantar after the month-long student protest ended. The clean-up erased slogans, murals and messages left by demonstrators as civic authorities restored the area to normal

BRS leaders launched their 'Chalo Karnataka' campaign, accusing Karnataka of blocking Krishna, Bhima and Tungabhadra waters through illegal projects and hydraulic gates. They demanded immediate release of water, completion of the Palamuru-Rangareddy Lift Irrigation Scheme, and vowed to continue agitation to safeguard Telangana’s water rights.

Four workers were killed in a suspected LPG cylinder explosion at an iron casting unit in Assam's Cachar district. Authorities have ordered multiple investigations into the blast, while the chief minister announced ₹5 lakh compensation for each victim's family

Delhi Police said it will act on withdrawing FIRs against NEET paper leak protesters only after receiving official directions from the Centre, while clarifying that the investigation into the alleged conspiracy behind the July 20 violence will continue independently

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Mann Ki Baat address, paid tribute to Kargil heroes while highlighting India's progress in defence production, indigenous technology, space exploration, water conservation, sports, education and handloom promotion, stressing the country's growing global stature and self-reliance

Former Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah announced he will not contest the 2028 Assembly elections, citing advancing age and increasing corruption in politics. The Congress leader said he would remain active in public life and continue advocating for people's welfare

Union Minister Giriraj Singh alleged that foreign funding and money power were used to create unrest in the country and claimed more details would emerge soon. He praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's handling of the student crisis while attacking the Opposition over its approach

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India suspended Westend Agro Products' licence after inspections allegedly found altered manufacturing and expiry dates, misleading labels and fraudulent relabelling, saying the violations posed a potential threat to consumer health and food safety

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to conserve rainwater and strengthen the 'Catch the Rain' campaign, highlighting successful water conservation initiatives across several states and stressing that every drop of water saved today is an invaluable resource for future generations

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said India would hold no talks with Pakistan except on Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, accusing Islamabad of institutionalising terrorism. Speaking on Kargil Vijay Diwas, he said Operation Sindoor demonstrated India's resolve and capability to respond decisively to terror threats

Madhya Pradesh Police have registered an FIR against a social media influencer from Niwari for allegedly posting an abusive Instagram video targeting former Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and the Delhi Police following a complaint by a local BJP leader

Air India is carrying out phased modifications to certain Boeing 787 Dreamliners following a US FAA airworthiness directive on door assist handles. The airline said flight operations and safety remain unaffected while upgrades are completed across affected aircraft

YSRCP president YS Jagan Mohan Reddy demanded Andhra Pradesh Education Minister Nara Lokesh's resignation over alleged irregularities in the DSC recruitment examination, citing political accountability. Lokesh rejected the demand, saying those preaching moral responsibility had an inconsistent record

A man was arrested in West Bengal for allegedly burning a photograph of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and lighting a cigarette from the flames during a protest over the alleged NEET paper leak. Police launched an inquiry following a BJP complaint and are continuing the investigation

NxtQuantum founder Madhav Sheth said AI+ is leveraging his experience in the smartphone industry to build a globally competitive Indian brand, targeting ₹7,500 crore revenue this fiscal while expanding research, local manufacturing and the domestic component ecosystem

India has developed its first indigenous hydrogen fuel cell train, which will operate on the Jind-Sonipat section of the Northern Railway. Powered by clean hydrogen technology, the zero-emission train marks a significant step towards sustainable rail transport and domestic hydrogen-powered mobility.

Jantar Mantar returned to normal after the Cockroach Janta Party ended its 36-day protest over alleged exam irregularities following Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke and activist Sonam Wangchuk are recovering, while civic authorities launched a large-scale clean-up

Two people were killed and another critically injured after a powerful explosion ripped through an illegal firecracker manufacturing unit operating from an agricultural shed in Tamil Nadu's Virudhunagar district. Police have launched an investigation into the cause of the blast

Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee urged young people to critically assess celebrities, influencers and sports personalities who remained silent during the student protests over alleged exam irregularities, saying public support should go to those who stand with people during crises

Amreli Cyber Crime Police recovered Rs 11 lakh for a Sydney-based Indian who was allegedly cheated in a gold purchase transaction. The money was refunded after a coordinated investigation involving the bank, with the victim praising the police for their prompt response

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged Income Tax officials to improve public service, avoid making citizens run from pillar to post and uphold integrity. She also criticised delays, highlighted encroachments on government land and promised to address infrastructure and accommodation issues