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Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav and Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra targeted the Centre following Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the NEET leak row. Opposition leaders credited student protests for the move, questioning why the decision took so long

The Enforcement Directorate arrested former Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission chairman Taman Singh Sonwani under PMLA in connection with a money laundering probe linked to alleged state service exam paper leaks and manipulation favoring relatives in exchange for bribes

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) called off its month-long NEET agitation on Saturday after the Centre accepted its demands, including Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. The government also agreed to withdraw all FIRs and provide compensation to affected families

India’s women's 3x3 wheelchair basketball team suffered a tough 1–16 loss against Wales in their Group B opener at the Commonwealth Games. Conversion struggles hurt India as Wales dominated, leaving the side needing wins in their remaining group fixtures

Traders in Jantar Mantar and Connaught Place reported severe business losses as ongoing CJP protests disrupted footfall. Road diversions, metro station closures, and internet disruptions affecting digital payments reduced sales to just 25 percent of normal levels

India’s Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh edged Tonga in a thrilling tiebreaker in the lawn bowls women's pairs sectional play at the Commonwealth Games. The 2022 gold medallists held their nerve to remain unbeaten in Section B

Indian swimmers Dhakshan Shashikumar and Aryan Nehra failed to advance to the men's 400m freestyle final at the Commonwealth Games on Saturday. Shashikumar finished 15th with a time of 3:58.09s, while Nehra finished 16th overall, clocking 4:00.26s

The Congress termed Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation a victory for protesting students. Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Jairam Ramesh stated the fight is not over, demanding that Prime Minister Narendra Modi apologize to youth for police action against demonstrators

The Ministry of Civil Aviation has warned air travellers against fraudulent websites impersonating the official 'Air Suvidha 2.0' portal. The government clarified that the health self-declaration process is entirely free and urged passengers to use only the official URL

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on Saturday following nationwide student protests over the NEET paper leak controversy. Taking responsibility for the lapse, Pradhan sent his resignation to PM Modi. Delhi CM Rekha Gupta praised his tenure and ethical values

The Amarnath Yatra has been temporarily suspended on the Pahalgam route due to repair and maintenance work following recent rainfall. Pilgrims will continue their journey through the Baltal axis, while over 3.95 lakh devotees have completed the pilgrimage so far

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation reopened entry and exit gates at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House, and Central Secretariat stations. However, 15 other central Delhi stations remain closed for a fourth day due to ongoing CJP protests at Jantar Mantar

Senior BJP leaders, including Kiren Rijiju and Vinod Tawde, praised Dharmendra Pradhan's public service following his resignation as Union Education Minister amid NEET controversy protests, describing his tenure as dedicated to student welfare and national education goals.

The India-UK Free Trade Agreement could elevate bilateral trade to $115 billion by 2030 and generate up to 10 lakh jobs, according to an Assocham study. The deal entered into force on July 15, 2026, boosting key export sectors

Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala announced a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe organ trafficking involving forged documents, doctors, and hospitals. Additionally, he directed the Cyber Cell to take strict action against a fake campaign targeting CPI(M) leader P.K. Sreemathi

NEET’s promise of transparency has been overshadowed by paper leaks, security failures and growing distrust. A return to federal decentralisation is the only cure for India’s medical admissions malaise

Vizhinjam International Seaport will begin full gateway export-import cargo operations on August 18, transitioning from an exclusive transshipment hub into an international trade gateway. The Customs Department has issued a detailed operational framework governing direct port delivery and entry

The BCCI will announce India’s Test squad for the August tour of Sri Lanka by Tuesday. Devajit Saikia confirmed the timeline as selectors evaluate fitness updates on Jasprit Bumrah and Washington Sundar ahead of the two WTC Test matches

The Assam Police Special Task Force (STF) has dismantled a terror module linked to Pakistan's Shahzad Bhatti network, arresting three operatives in Dhubri, Chirang, and Barpeta. Authorities seized communication devices, identity cards, and incriminating documents during joint raids

The Amarnath Yatra resumed on Saturday after a six-day suspension caused by heavy rains and highway landslides. A fresh batch of 6,269 pilgrims left the Jammu base camp for Baltal under heavy security as weather conditions improved across Kashmir

The body of a fisherman who accidentally drowned while fishing in an irrigation tank at Kolhari village in Adilabad district was recovered by expert divers on Saturday. Police shifted the body to Boath hospital for post-mortem after the recovery

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has advocated for including lessons on Hindu deities in textbooks to help parents answer children's questions. Speaking in New Delhi, he also urged families to reduce mobile phone usage and adopt dialogue-based parenting

West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari told the Assembly that anti-social infiltrators hijacked Friday's NEET paper leak protest in Kolkata, attacking police and journalists. Authorities have identified 70 suspects via CCTV and filed seven cases under strict anti-rowdyism laws

Rice prices have increased sharply across the erstwhile Khammam district amid reduced paddy cultivation, lower rainfall and water shortages linked to Super El Niño. Traders expect prices to rise further, while consumers seek government intervention to curb inflationary pressures