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A rice-laden truck fell into a canal after an old bridge collapsed in Saragur taluk, Mysuru. Though there were no casualties, the incident angered locals who had repeatedly requested repairs. Officials plan a temporary structure and propose a new bridge

Over 80 panchayat secretaries across Telangana have been caught misusing the DSR facial recognition app by uploading fake photos to mark attendance. The scandal has prompted suspensions, probes and criticism of the app's reliability amid allegations of selective action

The BRS urged the Election Commission to reinstate paper ballots for future elections, citing mistrust in EVMs. Party leader KT Rama Rao also demanded reforms in election symbols, accountability for poll promises, and transparency in voter roll revisions.

A truck illegally transporting urea from Karnataka to Kerala was seized in Chamarajanagar, intensifying the political clash over fertilizer shortages. JD(S) blamed the Congress for betrayal, while the Chief Minister urged opposition leaders to press the Centre for more allotment

Over 84,000 gaming account credentials were leaked in India in 2024, according to cybersecurity firm Kaspersky. The Asia-Pacific region leads globally in gaming-related data breaches, with over 11 million accounts exposed worldwide amid rising mobile and digital penetration

On the second anniversary of Imran Khan’s arrest, PTI held nationwide protests, alleging over 500 arrests in Punjab. Police enforced Section 144 and raided homes. Videos of the crackdown sparked outrage as party leaders vowed to continue peaceful protests

The government confirmed that Rs 500 notes will continue to be issued and dispensed via ATMs. It debunked a viral WhatsApp message claiming RBI plans to phase them out. Authorities urged the public not to fall for misinformation

The fresh funds infusion comes soon after corporate venture arm of IndiGo made its first investment in Jeh Aerospace last month

Jairam Ramesh cited old public events and accused Modi of jeopardising Indo-US ties by replacing institutional diplomacy with "hugplomacy"

Russia has ended its moratorium on deploying intermediate-range nuclear-capable missiles, blaming US missile plans in Europe. The move risks triggering a new arms race and mirrors Cold War tensions. Putin may deploy new Oreshnik missiles in Belarus this year

A cloudburst in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district wreaked havoc in the Dharali area near Harsil, washing away a village and causing several people to go missing. Rescue efforts by police, Army, SDRF and NDRF are underway as CM Dhami monitors the situation

Satyapal Malik, the former Governor of Jammu and Kashmir and key figure during the abrogation of Article 370, passed away at 79 in Delhi. A veteran politician, he had served in multiple states and remained a controversial public voice

Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr praised India’s defence industry and its role in Manila’s military modernization, citing the BrahMos project. Launching a strategic partnership with PM Modi, he underscored deeper cooperation in defence, maritime security, trade, and regional stability

A man posing as a doctor and MP’s son was arrested in KPHB for cheating a women’s hostel owner of gold and money. Police found he had 14 criminal cases against him, including cheating, theft, and rape

India face Indonesia in their AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers opener on August 6 in Yangon. Led by Joakim Alexandersson, India are aiming to qualify for the Asian Cup and end a two-decade absence from the tournament

On the first anniversary of her government's fall, Sheikh Hasina condemned the interim regime led by Muhammad Yunus and urged Bangladeshis to keep fighting for democracy. She praised public resilience and vowed that the country would rise again, stronger and freer

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju refuted claims by Opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge regarding the alleged presence of CISF personnel in the Rajya Sabha. He clarified only marshals were inside and accused the Opposition of spreading falsehoods to stall parliamentary proceeding

A youth in Karimnagar attempted suicide by consuming petrol after being excluded from the Indiramma housing scheme. He staged a protest demanding immediate allotment. Locals alerted police, who rushed him to hospital. He alleged favouritism in the beneficiary list

GMR Aero Academy has launched its first online instructor-led certification in Airport, Airline, and Cargo Operations. Open to young graduates, the three-month course covers aviation fundamentals, customer service, and operational training in airside, ramp, and cargo handling

As local body polls near, Congress leaders across Telangana are facing protests over unfulfilled promises, land acquisition, fertiliser shortages, and housing allotment issues. Public discontent is rising in both urban and rural areas, with confrontations becoming increasingly common

A farmer was burnt alive in Vennelabailu village when his bike touched low-hanging electric wires and caught fire. Locals blame the power department’s negligence and demand immediate rectification of dangerous power lines passing through fields

YSRCP chief Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy urged the legal community to lead the resistance against the TDP-led Andhra Pradesh government, alleging political victimisation, false cases, and administrative corruption. He also announced a citizen-driven mobile app to document injustices

Telangana faces a critical urea shortage during the peak Kharif season, with less than half of the required fertilizer supplied. Farmers are being rationed and forced into black market purchases. Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka report similar deficits and protests.

The Rajya Sabha passed a six-month extension of President’s Rule in Manipur amid loud protests by Opposition MPs demanding debate on Bihar’s electoral rolls. The resolution was adopted via voice vote, with the House adjourned till August 6