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Jammu and Kashmir pacer Auqib Nabi’s long wait for an India Test call-up ended after he was drafted into the squad as Jasprit Bumrah’s replacement against Sri Lanka. Nabi said patience, consistent performances and his family’s support helped him realise his dream

Mahindra University has launched India’s second HackerFab, a student-led open-source semiconductor fabrication facility. The initiative will give students hands-on experience in designing and developing low-cost fabrication tools while helping strengthen India’s technical talent and capabilities in semiconductor manufacturing.

Mitchell Starc became Test cricket’s most successful left-arm bowler after surpassing Rangana Herath’s tally of 433 wickets. The Australian pacer reached 434 wickets during the Bangladesh Test and is now closing in on Dale Steyn’s mark for a place in the top 10

T-Hub has launched Blueprint, a 12-month founder fellowship for deep tech startups moving from early traction to scale. The programme will provide operating and commercial support, investor readiness, mentorship, enterprise opportunities, international exposure and access to talent and IP.

Telangana Chief Electoral Officer C Sudarshan Reddy has cautioned voters against fraudulent calls and messages sent in the name of ECI/CEO regarding SIR enumeration forms. Fraudsters are seeking payments and sensitive bank details through WhatsApp links and phone calls.

Goalkeeper Savita Punia believes India’s women’s hockey team has the confidence and ability to challenge the world’s best at the 2026 FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup. She said the Nations Cup triumph has boosted morale and strengthened the team’s belief ahead of the tournament

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

RPF personnel in Secunderabad are intensifying preparations for Independence Day with parade rehearsals, march-past drills and dog squad demonstrations at the RRC Ground. The South Central Railway celebrations also feature patriotic performances by the RPF band at railway stations

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

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

A 23-year-old man was arrested in Mancherial district for allegedly murdering his father and burning his body after a dispute over his marriage. Police said he smothered his father at a mango farm, later filed a false missing complaint and confessed during interrogation

A man survived a tigress attack in Madhya Pradesh’s Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve after his buffaloes charged at the big cat and drove it away. Ramnaresh Singh suffered a hand injury and was hospitalised, while forest officials stepped up monitoring

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has warned that the rise of T20 leagues, led by the IPL, could threaten bilateral international cricket. He urged stakeholders to protect Test cricket, calling it the sport’s ultimate examination amid changing player and fan preferences

NDA and Opposition MPs staged separate protests at Parliament’s Makar Dwar on the final day of the Monsoon session, trading accusations over Ayodhya temple donations, Amit Shah’s absence and alleged police action against protesters. The Lok Sabha was later adjourned sine die

Paytm parent One 97 Communications’ shares fell after SEBI issued show-cause notices to top executives, including CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma and CFO Madhur Deora, over the timing of a December 2023 announcement regarding curbs on small personal loans

Anti-Corruption Bureau officials took DSP Sankireddy Bheem Reddy into custody from Chanchalguda Central Jail for two days of questioning in a disproportionate assets case. Investigators are probing alleged benami holdings, property acquisitions, investments and assets worth over Rs.200 crore

Priyanka Chopra marked late actress Sridevi’s birth anniversary by sharing an update on her upcoming biography, ‘Empress’. The book, written by Dhiraj Kumar and supported by Boney Kapoor, will explore Sridevi’s illustrious career, personal journey and lasting legacy

A 17-year-old Indian-American teenager in Massachusetts has been charged with murdering his mother and younger brother. Prosecutors said he had used the Internet and ChatGPT to search for fantasies about killing his family before allegedly committing the attacks and fleeing

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar joined the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign ahead of India’s 80th Independence Day, sharing a photograph of the national flag at his residence. This year’s campaign celebrates 150 years of Vande Mataram and promotes patriotism and unity

West Bengal STF is investigating how a suspected Pakistani national and his associate obtained maps and photographs of Fort William, the Eastern Command headquarters. Investigators are examining deleted digital communications, alleged ISI links, military information gathering and possible wider networks ahead of Independence Day

US shippers including FedEx, UPS and DHL have begun passing tariff refunds to customers after the Supreme Court struck down Trump-era tariffs. While direct refunds are reaching some consumers, major retailers may lower prices instead, amid dozens of class-action lawsuits over tariff costs