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The Rajya Sabha passed the Tribunals Reforms Bill, 2026, paving the way for a National Tribunal Commission to oversee appointments to tribunals. Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal said the move would make appointments transparent, independent and merit-based without changing tribunal jurisdiction.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended IIT Delhi's convocation and congratulated more than 3,000 students, including 587 PhD scholars. He urged them to cherish their campus journey and said they were taking forward the dream of contributing to the country.

The second round of talks between JPSC-JSSC aspirants and the Jharkhand government is underway in Ranchi. The students are seeking cancellation of examinations conducted by TDPL and an inquiry into alleged irregularities, while their protest at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium continues.

State-owned oil marketing companies have reduced the prices of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders by over Rs 200 across major cities from August 1. The price cut benefits commercial users, while domestic LPG cylinder prices remain unchanged.

A woman was killed in an Idukki landslide as incessant rain triggered floods and fresh landslides across central Kerala. Rescue operations are underway in affected districts, while the IMD has issued red alerts for several districts forecasting extremely heavy rainfall.

IndiGo's Airbus A320 has successfully completed India's first commercial jet landing using the indigenous GAGAN satellite navigation system. The DGCA-supervised demonstration is expected to accelerate the adoption of satellite-based precision approaches, improving safety, efficiency and accessibility across the country's expanding airport network

An IIT Madras and IIT Kanpur team is investigating recent CBSE portal glitches involving payment and answer sheet uploads. IIT Madras Director V Kamakoti said the focus is on identifying technical or system failures while highlighting transparency improvements in the evaluation process.

Delhi University has opened registrations for two-year postgraduate programmes for the 2026–27 academic session through the CSAS portal. Admissions will be based on CUET-PG 2026 scores, while DigiLocker integration and mid-entry provisions have also been introduced this year.

WhatsApp has launched Business AI on WhatsApp in India, enabling eligible businesses to provide AI-powered customer support, automate responses, capture leads and book appointments. The feature will also support UPI payments within chats in the coming weeks.

Skyroot Aerospace has raised nearly $60 million, achieving unicorn status at a $1.1 billion valuation. The funding will support the development and launch of Vikram-1, India’s first privately developed orbital rocket, strengthening the country’s private space industry.

India ranks fifth among the world’s most spam-affected countries, with telemarketing and sales calls leading the problem. A Truecaller report shows 68 billion spam calls globally in 2025, with financial services and scams also contributing significantly in India.

India’s auto retail sector began FY27 strongly, with record April sales of 26.1 lakh units, driven by two-wheelers and rural demand. Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations reported growth across segments, reflecting sustained consumption momentum and cautious optimism ahead 

A massive fire gutted eight flats at Gaur Green Avenue society in Ghaziabad's Indirapuram on Wednesday. Seventeen fire tenders suppressed the blaze, which reportedly started during woodwork. No fatalities occurred, though two elderly residents were hospitalized for smoke inhalation

Renowned Indian photographer Raghu Rai died at 83 in New Delhi after battling cancer. Known for documenting India’s socio-political landscape, he captured historic events and iconic personalities, leaving behind an extraordinary visual legacy spanning over six decades

The US sought to contain controversy after President Donald Trump reposted remarks calling India a “hellhole”, with officials clarifying he considers India a “great country”. India reacted cautiously, as diplomatic efforts aimed to defuse tensions triggered by the post

Amazon revealed it blocked fake reviews and seized millions of counterfeit products in 2025. Using AI and legal action, the company is intensifying efforts against online fraud and expanding its Counterfeit Crimes Unit to India.

Apple has announced a leadership transition, with Tim Cook stepping down as CEO and John Ternus set to take over in 2026. The move marks a major shift as Apple prepares for its next phase of AI-driven growth.

US President Donald Trump described his conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as “very good,” highlighting discussions on bilateral ties and the West Asia conflict, with both leaders stressing the need to keep the Strait of Hormuz open.

NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar said the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam is not just about women’s reservation but a shift in mindset towards inclusive governance. Speaking at Vigyan Bhawan, she said it strengthens democracy by enhancing women’s leadership and participation.

A Kollam court granted bail to former TDB member K P Sankaradas in two Sabarimala gold loss cases. The court cited delay in filing charge sheets by the SIT, leading to statutory bail after 90 days of custody in January.