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Kamal Haasan remembered late filmmaker Bharathirajaa on his birthday, sharing an emotional tribute to their long-standing friendship and creative bond. The legendary director, known for transforming Tamil cinema with rural storytelling, passed away in June after a celebrated career spanning decades
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The Supreme Court was urged to hear a PIL seeking action against political parties promising or distributing "irrational freebies" before elections. The plea seeks symbol seizure, deregistration, or legal measures, arguing such practices affect fair elections and misuse public funds
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The Rajasthan forest department rescued two leopards near Ranthambore Tiger Reserve after repeated sightings caused panic among residents. Officials used camera traps, field tracking and local inputs for 24-hour monitoring before safely capturing the animals through a scientific rescue operation
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Narayanpur Police and BSF recovered a hidden Naxal weapons cache during a joint operation in Chhattisgarh's Kachchapal forest. Security forces seized rifles, ammunition and a locally made launcher, registering a case as part of ongoing efforts to eliminate extremist networks
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The Kerala High Court directed a senior VACB officer to reassess allegations of fund misappropriation involving the sale of 'Adiya Sishtam Ghee' at Sabarimala temple. The probe will examine audit reports, records and possible criminal liability after concerns over earlier vigilance findings
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Israel's parliament, the Knesset, dissolved early after passing several coalition-backed bills, triggering elections on October 27. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces political challenges amid rising opposition support, coalition struggles, and controversies over military exemptions, judicial reforms, and media regulations
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National-level shooter Damayanti Sen, 15, went missing from Howrah Station near Kolkata after leaving home on Thursday. Police are investigating CCTV footage showing her at the station platforms. Her family, friends and shooting community remain concerned as searches continue
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off India's first indigenous hydrogen-powered train on the Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana. The zero-emission train, powered by hydrogen fuel cells, marks a major milestone in sustainable rail transport and showcases India's growing indigenous railway engineering capabilities
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The Supreme Court allowed the nationwide release of the animated film Mahaprabhu Jagannath on or after July 28, following Rath Yatra festivities. The court noted the CBFC certification and existing web series, while the Orissa High Court had earlier stayed its release
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India will launch its first indigenous hydrogen-powered train on the Jind-Sonipat route, marking a milestone in sustainable rail transport. Powered by hydrogen fuel cells with near-zero emissions, the project supports Aatmanirbhar Bharat, green mobility, and India's National Green Hydrogen Mission
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The US intensified airstrikes on Iran, targeting bridges and port infrastructure to pressure Tehran over the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated with missile attacks on Qatar and other regional countries, escalating tensions after the collapse of a temporary ceasefire
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US President Donald Trump unveiled a broad election reform agenda, proposing stricter voter identification, proof of citizenship, limits on mail voting, cybersecurity measures, and investigations into election intelligence handling. The plan aims to strengthen election security ahead of the 2026 midterm elections
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The Gujarat ATS arrested five more alleged Jaish-e-Mohammed members, expanding its probe into a suspected terror module. Investigators claim the accused tested explosives, spread the outfit's ideology, maintained contact with Pakistani handlers, and attempted to build a support network in Gujarat
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The US has introduced fixed stay limits for student, exchange visitor and journalist visas, ending indefinite admission rules. The policy caps most F and J visas at four years, shortens post-study grace periods, and increases federal oversight, affecting thousands of Indian students
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Aamir Khan clarified that his "3 Idiots" character Rancho was not based on Sonam Wangchuk, calling it a misconception. While praising Wangchuk's social work, Khan expressed concern over the activist's indefinite hunger strike and urged him to end his fast for health
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Intelligence inputs indicate Lashkar-e-Taiba is exploring maritime infiltration routes with alleged ISI support after land routes became difficult. Security agencies are monitoring possible water channels in Jammu and Kashmir and Gujarat, while enhancing surveillance against potential terror infiltration attempts
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India will enter the hydrogen-powered rail era as Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates the first hydrogen fuel cell trainset. The 10-coach train will run on the Jind-Sonipat route, using green hydrogen technology with zero direct emissions and advanced safety systems
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The SIT probing alleged donation embezzlement at the Ram temple in Ayodhya is expected to submit its final report soon. Its recommendations may lead to major administrative reforms, while the Supreme Court continues monitoring the investigation into financial irregularities and trust management
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The Supreme Court expressed concern over introducing a third language in Class 9 under CBSE, saying it may increase student stress. The bench suggested starting language learning in Classes 5 or 6 instead. Remarks came during a hearing on Tamil Nadu’s JNV concerns
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Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters warned that regional infrastructure could be targeted if US strikes expand to Iranian power plants and bridges. The statement came amid escalating tensions, with Tehran also reaffirming that foreign intervention in the Strait of Hormuz remains unacceptable
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Kolhapur shooter Sonam Uttam Maskar overcame financial challenges after her father sold property to fund equipment for her career. The 10m air rifle athlete, winner of the 2024 ISSF World Cup silver medal, is now preparing to represent India at the Asian Games
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NPCIL clarified that no sensitive data breach occurred at Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project, stating leaked files relate only to conventional infrastructure. The agency said nuclear safety systems remain unaffected, while investigations by NPCIL and CERT-In continue into the reported cyber incident
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Rising monsoon inflows at Hathnikund Barrage have not significantly increased Yamuna water releases towards Delhi, sparking ecological concerns. Experts warn reduced river flows limit natural pollution dilution and restoration, urging authorities to ensure adequate environmental flows for the river’s health
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A bipartisan group of US senators introduced legislation to strengthen oversight of foreign ownership in the pharmaceutical sector, citing dependence on China as a national security risk. The proposal seeks greater transparency, supply chain resilience, and expanded pharmaceutical cooperation with India
