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The Supreme Court restrained Assam Police from taking coercive action against journalist Siddharth Varadarajan over an FIR linked to an article on Operation Sindoor. The court issued notice on a plea challenging BNS Section 152, which criminalises acts endangering India’s sovereignty

Actor Adivi Sesh urged the CJI and Delhi CM to reconsider Delhi NCR’s street dog mass confinement directive, advocating sterilisation, vaccination, waste control, and humane care instead. He stressed balancing public safety with compassion in line with India’s animal welfare laws

Doda district in Jammu and Kashmir hosted a record 1,508-metre Tiranga Rally led by students and officials, marking Independence Day celebrations. The patriotic event featured cultural performances, nationwide participation, and handmade rakhis sent to soldiers under the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign

INDIA bloc MPs staged their 15th day of protest in Parliament against the Election Commission’s voter roll revision in Bihar, alleging fraud and “silent invisible rigging.” Wearing “124-year-old voter” T-shirts, they demanded the Special Intensive Revision be scrapped before elections

Forest officials in South Tripura rescued ten endangered monitor lizards and arrested a 21-year-old for alleged wildlife trafficking near Trishna Wildlife Sanctuary. The reptiles, seized during a routine check, were released after veterinary examination; authorities launched an investigation into the trafficking network

A Manoj will captain Telangana’s junior men’s hockey team at the 15th Hockey India Junior National Championship in Jalandhar from August 12-23. The team includes 18 players and three coaches, aiming for a strong performance in the national event

The Lok Sabha passed the National Sports Governance Bill, hailed by Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya as the biggest reform in Indian sports since independence. The National Anti-Doping (Amendment) Bill was also cleared amid opposition protests over Bihar electoral roll revisions

Sreenidi Deccan FC has signed midfielder Lalthankhuma from Aizawl FC for the upcoming season. The 24-year-old has made 35 I-League appearances, contributing two goals and one assist, and brings energy and composure to strengthen the Deccan Warriors’ midfield

The Indian Army Football Team staged a remarkable comeback from 0-2 down to beat 1 Ladakh FC 4-2 in their final Durand Cup Group C match. Despite the win, their goal difference was insufficient to progress to the quarterfinals

A tourist couple from Hyderabad was allegedly assaulted by local bike rental operators at the Panaji bus stand in Goa following a dispute over extra rental charges. The man sustained head injuries, while his pregnant wife suffered facial swelling. Police are investigating

Over 6,000 police personnel have been deployed across Bengaluru ahead of Rahul Gandhi’s protest on Friday. The city has been divided into 15 security sectors, with Freedom Park as the control hub. Emergency services and special forces are on standby

The Assam government will soon launch a dedicated online portal to allow indigenous citizens living in vulnerable regions to apply for arms licences. The scheme aims to ensure their safety through a rigorous verification process and strict compliance with arms law

For the first time, the NDRF is deploying cadaver dogs in Uttarakhand’s Dharali village to locate victims buried in debris after a cloudburst-triggered flash flood. At least four are dead and over 60 people feared trapped. Rescue operations are ongoing

Three Pune women alleged police assaulted them and used casteist slurs during a missing person investigation. Rohit Pawar has sought action under the SC/ST Atrocities Act. Police have denied the allegations, citing no evidence in preliminary inquiry

At the TN Rising Investors Conclave in Thoothukudi, CM Stalin said Tamil Nadu is working to industrialise southern districts through major investments and employment initiatives. The state signed 41 MoUs worth Rs 32,553 crore and announced key infrastructure projects.

Revanna, who had been lodged in Bengaluru’s Parappana Agrahara Central Prison for the past 14 months, has now been assigned convict number 15528 and shifted to the high-security barracks meant for life convicts

Four undertrial prisoners, charged with rape and POCSO Act violations, escaped from Korba district jail in Chhattisgarh by scaling a cowshed wall with a rope. A police manhunt is underway, and an internal probe has been launched

In a rare and heartwarming instance, a 40-year-old mother and her 17-year-old son are pursuing graduation together at MA College in Kerala. While she is enrolled in BA English, her son is doing B.Com. They even share some language classes

Malayalam actor and mimicry artist Kalabhavan Navas (51) was found dead in a Kochi hotel on Friday. He was in town for a film shoot. Police suspect cardiac arrest. CM Pinarayi Vijayan condoled his sudden demise

President Droupadi Murmu emphasised innovation, startups, and a "green India," while also commemorating the institute's centenary and honoring top-performing students

Hyderabad-based researcher Dr Ravikrishna Chebolu has been appointed head of CSIR-Innovation Complex, Mumbai. A Ph.D. holder from the University of Hyderabad, his career spans Indian pharma firms and MNCs. The centre aims to boost translational research and industry partnerships

In Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh, a man danced during his close friend’s funeral procession to honour a heartfelt last wish. The emotional gesture by Ambalal Prajapati has gone viral, reflecting a touching story of friendship and final promises

The 2008 Malegaon bomb blast trial concluded after 17 years, with all seven accused, including Pragya Singh Thakur and Lt Col Prasad Purohit, acquitted due to insufficient evidence. The protracted case saw multiple investigating agencies and five different judges, with frequent judicial transfers cited as a major cause for its prolonged delay

Bengaluru-based Nebilo Technologies reported a cyber theft of nearly Rs 378 crore involving cryptocurrency. A part-time employee is under suspicion after the company’s server was hacked. Whitefield CEN police registered an FIR