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07 Aug 2026
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India's farmland shrank while smarter farming boosted crop output

India's cultivable land decreased to 179.43 mh in 2024-25, while the gross cropped area surged to 225.19 mh, reflecting improved cropping intensity and multiple cropping practices.

07 Aug 2026
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Chennai airport starts 11-day high security alert August 10-20 2026

Chennai International Airport will enforce heightened security measures from August 10 to August 20, urging passengers to arrive early for check-in and screenings to avoid delays.

07 Aug 2026
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India pushes back at American lawmaker over FCRA comments

India asserted the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act as an internal matter, emphasizing its sovereign right to regulate foreign funding, similar to existing U.S. practices.

07 Aug 2026
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Punjab transfers Amritsar police chief Gurpreet Singh Bhullar after arrests

The transfer of Amritsar Police chief Gurpreet Singh Bhullar has sparked controversy, coming days after a major terror module bust and remarks linked to Jantar Mantar protests.

07 Aug 2026
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Northeast Frontier Railway resumes limited diesel service after Simaluguri floods

Rail connectivity in Assam's Sibsagar district has been restored after recent floods, enabling direct train services between Guwahati and Dibrugarh via Lumding and Sivasagar.

07 Aug 2026
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Skymet's GP Sharma says India's August rainfall 10% below normal

India's monsoon rainfall in August is expected to be 10% below normal, as Skymet anticipates a prolonged break shifting rains to northern regions and leaving others largely dry.

07 Aug 2026
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Centre paid ₹27.8Lcr MSP to June 2026, procurement 12,819L tons

The Centre informed Rajya Sabha that Rs 27.8 lakh crore was paid to farmers under the MSP procurement system from 2014 to June 2026.

07 Aug 2026
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BJP MP Baijayant Panda to introduce AI deepfake bill

BJP MP Baijayant Panda will introduce a Private Member's Bill in the Lok Sabha to safeguard individuals from non-consensual AI replication of their face, voice, and likeness.

07 Aug 2026
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Kerala's heavy rains kill 26 and displace thousands, IMD warns

Heavy rainfall continues to devastate Kerala, with IMD issuing a red alert for four districts as floods claim 26 lives and displace thousands across the state.

07 Aug 2026
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AISA president Neha Bora hit with ink during Ranchi protest

A man threw ink at AISA President Neha Bora during a protest in Ranchi against recruitment exam irregularities, accusing her of being "anti-national"; he was detained by police.

07 Aug 2026
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Chhattisgarh police recruitment list features 'News' and 'Space Rani' names

Uncommon names like ‘He Ram’ and ‘Space Rani’ on Chhattisgarh police exam results sparked a political row, but CGPSC asserts the names are genuine.

07 Aug 2026
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BJYM backs PSC rank holders' month-long hunger strike in Kerala

Police used water cannons to disperse a BJYM rally outside Kerala Secretariat, supporting PSC rank holders on hunger strike over alleged recruitment irregularities and job delays.

07 Aug 2026
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CBI uncovers NEET-UG 2026 paper leak involving Manisha Mandhare

A WhatsApp group named "Fifa world cup 2026" led CBI investigators to uncover a major NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, exposing the accused and their intricate conspiracy.

07 Aug 2026
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India presses China for $137B Tibet dam details at WMCC

India urged China to provide technical details of upstream water projects during the 36th WMCC meeting, emphasizing transparency amid concerns over a mega dam on the Brahmaputra.

07 Aug 2026
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Over 70 fall ill after Kharida village housewarming in Odisha

More than 70 people, including 30 children, suffered diarrhoea and vomiting after consuming food at a housewarming feast in Balasore's Kharida village, officials said.

07 Aug 2026
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Vande Mataram to debut before national anthem on Independence Day

The defence ministry’s 2026 Independence Day invites feature all six stanzas of Vande Mataram, marking the song’s debut at Red Fort celebrations alongside the national anthem.

07 Aug 2026
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Kondapalli Ganesh investigated after 51.07L laddu purchase, 3.45cr missing

Kondapalli Ganesh, known for buying a Rs 51.07 lakh Ganesh Laddu in 2025, has been accused of defrauding investors of over Rs 3.45 crore through false investment schemes.

07 Aug 2026
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Giant sinkhole opens in Kitchlu Nagar Ludhiana, probe under way

A massive sinkhole in Ludhiana's Kitchlu Nagar prompted the evacuation of a nearby house and caused major traffic diversions on Wednesday.

07 Aug 2026
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IMT Trilateral Highway linking India's Northeast delayed until 2027

The India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway is a 1,360-km road project connecting India to Southeast Asia, aimed at boosting trade and regional connectivity.

07 Aug 2026
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India's Feb 10 2026 social media rules impose 2-hour/3-hour deadlines

The government has reduced takedown timelines for sensitive content to two hours, tightening compliance rules under amended IT guidelines effective February 2026.

07 Aug 2026
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Ranchi job seekers protest alleged Jharkhand civil service exam cheating

Weeks after Delhi's 'cockroach' protests, Jharkhand witnesses youth-led demonstrations demanding justice over alleged exam irregularities and systemic recruitment reforms.

07 Aug 2026
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Kerala seeks ₹110cr emergency aid for flood-hit farmers after floods

The Kerala government has sought ₹110 crore from the Centre to address farm sector losses caused by torrential rains and floods, impacting over 36,000 farmers and 3,264 hectares.

07 Aug 2026
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India and China hold 36th border meeting, call for calm

India and China held fresh talks on border management, with New Delhi raising concerns over China's mega-dam project on the Brahmaputra amid efforts to improve bilateral ties.

07 Aug 2026
Delhi

Why not shut Jantar Mantar for protests?: HC to Centre

The Delhi High Court on Friday questioned the government's decision to allow protests at Jantar Mantar.

07 Aug 2026
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Supreme Court orders hospitals pay ₹12L over Ghaziabad treatment refusal

The Supreme Court directed two Ghaziabad hospitals to pay ₹12 lakh to the father of a four-year-old rape victim, citing their denial of medical care that led to her death.

07 Aug 2026
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Delhi High Court quashes criminal complaints in 2015 Maggi case

The Delhi High Court quashed criminal complaints against food operators in the 2015 Maggi controversy, citing eroded prosecution foundations and judicial developments.

07 Aug 2026
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IMD warns flooding, waterlogging, lightning across several states through weekend

India continues to experience widespread monsoon activity, with heavy rainfall and thunderstorms expected in multiple regions through the weekend, according to weather forecasts.

07 Aug 2026
Delhi High Court

SC dismisses plea seeking SIT probe into Yashwant Varma case

The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea seeking a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into the "burnt currency" incident involving former Delhi High Court Justice Yashwant Varma.

07 Aug 2026
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India replaces 1891 law with Bankers's Books Evidence Bill, 2026

The Bankers' Books Evidence Bill, 2026 modernizes a 135-year-old law, recognizing digital banking records as evidence while ensuring authenticity and security safeguards.

07 Aug 2026
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CBI charges 13 in NEET-UG leak, 3 NTA experts named

The CBI charge sheet in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case highlights digital forensic evidence, including an access control app and phone records, exposing a conspiracy.

07 Aug 2026
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Delhi reports 1,344 H1N1 cases, up from 229 last year

Delhi-NCR faces a sharp rise in H1N1 cases, with 1,344 reported in Delhi alone. Doctors urge vigilance for persistent symptoms, especially among children and vulnerable groups.

07 Aug 2026
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Mahindra Thar fined while aiding flood relief in Pathanamthitta district

A modified Mahindra Thar aiding flood relief in Kerala faced a Rs 7,000 fine for aftermarket lights and missing pollution certificate, prompting Kerala CM's assurance to intervene.

07 Aug 2026
Assam

Assam floods: Death toll rises to 97, over 1.68L affected

The death toll in Assam's ongoing flood crisis has risen to 97 after two more fatalities were reported in the last 24 hours, reports state.

07 Aug 2026
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Indian Railways launches 112 special Onam train trips for Kerala

Indian Railways will operate 112 special train trips between August 14 and September 6, nearly doubling last year's count to accommodate festive travel demand.

07 Aug 2026
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Supreme Court dismisses Mahua Moitra plea over alleged hate speech

The Supreme Court dismissed Trinamool MP Mahua Moitra's plea challenging a Calcutta High Court order directing her to appear before police in a hate speech case.

07 Aug 2026
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Patna accident kills man, protesters allegedly set police jeeps ablaze

An enraged crowd torched police jeeps and pelted stones near Zero Mile, Patna, following a man's death in a road accident, prompting authorities to restore order.

07 Aug 2026
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Uttar Pradesh approves 74.5-km Jewar Link Expressway costing ₹8,585.51cr

The UP Cabinet has approved a Rs 8,585 crore, 74.5-km Jewar Link Expressway to connect Noida International Airport with the Ganga Expressway in Bulandshahr.

07 Aug 2026
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Kerala reports 469 fishermen dead, 160 missing and 47,773 rescued

Over the past 11 years, Kerala recorded 469 fishermen deaths and 160 missing cases, as per government data, sparking protests amid recent mishaps off the state's coast.

07 Aug 2026
Arunachal Pradesh

India, China hold border talks ahead of Xi Jinping's visit

India and China held "frank" border talks under the Working Mechanism for Consultation and Coordination (WMCC) framework ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit.

J&K: Suspicious SUV evades checkpoint; dung found inside on inspection

Security agencies in Jammu and Kashmir have apprehended a person driving a Scorpio car from Dalwas Link Road after it allegedly evaded a police checkpoint at Chanderkote and fled toward the Nashri area.

07 Aug 2026
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Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde receives bomb-threat email with pro-Khalistan slogans

Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde received a bomb threat email warning of explosions targeting the Metro, schools, and stock market before August 15, prompting a police investigation.

07 Aug 2026
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Bombay High Court grants Ramesh Mhatre and 4 others bail

The Bombay High Court granted bail to Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre and four others accused of assaulting doctors at a Thane municipal hospital.

07 Aug 2026
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Shimla Meteorological Office issues orange alert for rain Aug 10-11

The Shimla Met office has issued an 'orange alert' for heavy to very heavy rains in Himachal Pradesh, with 145 roads closed and significant disruptions reported across the State.

07 Aug 2026
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India and China hold WMCC border talks before Xi visit

India and China held candid discussions on border issues under the WMCC framework, emphasizing peace along the LAC for stronger bilateral ties.

07 Aug 2026
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India's Chief Justice Surya Kant: tech widens access, humans essential

CJI Surya Kant emphasized that while AI enhances judicial efficiency, it cannot replace human judgment, underscoring the importance of wisdom and empathy in delivering justice.

07 Aug 2026
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Gurugram commissioner Pradeep Dahiya transferred to Rohtak after monsoon waterlogging

Pradeep Dahiya, Gurugram Municipal Corporation Commissioner, was transferred following persistent waterlogging issues during monsoon rains; no successor has been named yet.

07 Aug 2026
Bay of Bengal

Red alert in Delhi-NCR as intense monsoon showers continue

Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) have been placed under a red alert on Friday as intense monsoon showers continue to lash the area.

07 Aug 2026
Begusarai

Outrage after Bihar hospital wraps patient's fractured leg in carton

A viral video from a government hospital in Bihar has sparked outrage after it showed a road accident victim's fractured leg being wrapped in cardboard.

07 Aug 2026
China

'Will believe in Gen Z': RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat has said that if given a choice, he would trust Generation Z.

07 Aug 2026
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India, China end 36th WMCC in New Delhi, agree calm

India and China reviewed the LAC situation during the 36th WMCC meeting in New Delhi, emphasizing peace along the border as crucial for strengthening bilateral relations.

07 Aug 2026
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Delhi NCR under red alert as intense monsoon floods streets

A rare combination of monsoon troughs, cyclonic circulations, and a Western Disturbance has triggered heavy rainfall across Delhi-NCR, causing waterlogging and traffic disruptions.

07 Aug 2026
Akhilesh Yadav

Video: Fans used to dry bitumen on cracked Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway

Industrial fans and exhaust blowers were deployed by infrastructure major PNC Infratech on a damaged stretch of the newly opened ₹4200-crore Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway to dry freshly laid bitumen.

07 Aug 2026
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Jharkhand recruitment exam hunger strike enters 14th day, protester hospitalized

A protester on hunger strike against alleged Jharkhand recruitment exam irregularities was hospitalized after his health deteriorated. The agitation has entered its 14th day.

07 Aug 2026
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Assam floods kill 97, over 168,000 affected across 15 districts

The Assam flood death toll reached 97 after two more fatalities, with over 1.68 lakh people affected across 15 districts as relief efforts continue.

07 Aug 2026
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Pilgrims numbering 926 depart Bhagwati Nagar Jammu for Amarnath shrine

A new group of 926 pilgrims departed Jammu's base camp early Friday morning for the Amarnath yatra, bringing the total count of departing pilgrims to 1,44,439.

07 Aug 2026
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Air India ordered to pay ₹1L to Anirudh Wadhwa

A Delhi consumer commission ordered Air India to pay Rs 1 lakh after a business class passenger endured a defective seat on a Paris-Delhi flight, citing service deficiency.

07 Aug 2026
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Probe finds cash handling gaps involving SSS at Ayodhya temple

The alleged theft of donations at Ayodhya's Ram Temple has spotlighted security agency lapses and SBI oversight, with six outsourced staff arrested following CCTV evidence.

07 Aug 2026
Indian Air Force

Bhawana Kanth becomes 1st woman to become Fighter Combat Leader

Squadron Leader Bhawana Kanth has made history by becoming the first woman fighter pilot to graduate from the Indian Air Force's (IAF) elite Fighter Combat Leader (FCL) course.

07 Aug 2026
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August 15 Delhi-Meerut Expressway launches India's 1st variable speed limits

Starting August 15, motorists on the Delhi stretch of the expressway must follow time-based speed limits aimed at improving traffic flow and reducing accidents.

NTA experts used chits, memory to leak NEET questions: CBI

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has detailed the modus operandi behind the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak in its chargesheet.

07 Aug 2026
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BMC shuts water in parts of Mumbai for Vaitarna maintenance

The BMC has announced a 24-hour water supply disruption in parts of Mumbai from August 11 to facilitate maintenance on the Vaitarna water pipeline and distribution network.

07 Aug 2026
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National Handloom Day celebrates 35.22L weaving workers, mostly women

Celebrated annually on August 7 since 2015, National Handloom Day honors India’s rich weaving heritage and the socio-economic contributions of its skilled artisans.

07 Aug 2026
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CBI chargesheet finds NTA security lapses in NEET-UG 2026 leak

The CBI chargesheet reveals critical lapses in NTA's security protocols, including inadequate CCTV monitoring and lack of frisking measures.

07 Aug 2026
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Lucknow-Kanpur ₹4,200cr expressway 300m stretch shows cracks weeks later

Videos show pedestal fans drying repairs on the Rs 4,200-crore Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway, which developed damage weeks after its inauguration, sparking public criticism.

07 Aug 2026
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Andhra Pradesh cabinet under N Chandrababu Naidu drops Disha Bill

The Andhra Pradesh cabinet, led by CM N Chandrababu Naidu, decided to withdraw the 2019 Disha Bill, citing stronger provisions in new national criminal laws.

07 Aug 2026
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CBI says NEET-UG 2026 papers leaked via WhatsApp and Telegram

The CBI alleges that NEET-UG 2026 question papers were leaked through WhatsApp, Telegram, and digital files, involving intermediaries and brokers days before the examination.

07 Aug 2026
India

How to track and verify your PAN card update

Verifying updates to your Permanent Account Number (PAN) card in India can be a hassle.

07 Aug 2026
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Uttarakhand rains push Ganga above warning, Mussoorie records 16cm

Heavy rainfall in Uttarakhand has caused the Ganga to cross the warning level in Haridwar, while 132 roads, including four national highways, remain blocked due to landslides.

07 Aug 2026
Benjamin Netanyahu

Modi, Netanyahu discuss India-Israel special strategic partnership over phone

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu recently held a telephonic conversation to discuss the India-Israel Special Strategic Partnership.

07 Aug 2026
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Madhya Pradesh protests India's 44,605cr Ken-Betwa river-link over displacement

India's first river-linking project promises irrigation and drinking water for millions, but tribal protests over displacement and forest rights have sparked nationwide debate.

07 Aug 2026
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CBI charges 11 in Chandranath Rath killing involving BJP workers

The CBI has charged 11 individuals, including two BJP workers, for allegedly orchestrating the murder of West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari's aide Chandranath Rath in May 2026.

07 Aug 2026
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Punjab Police say Delhi Jantar Mantar protesters unconnected to ISI

Punjab Police dismissed claims connecting Jantar Mantar protesters to an ISI-backed terror module, citing misleading edited clips circulating on social media.

07 Aug 2026
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Food and Drug Administration shuts 2 IIT-Bombay Deonar canteens

Two IIT-Bombay campus canteens were closed after FDA inspections revealed food safety violations, marking another instance of regulatory action against the prestigious institute.

07 Aug 2026
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Atiq Ahmed's son Abaan, 21, dies on Kanpur-Jhansi highway

Police recovered gutkha, cigarettes, four phones, and books—including *The Stationery Shop of Tehran*—from the crashed car of Abaan Ahmed on Kanpur-Jhansi Highway.

07 Aug 2026
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Nityananda Gond says Odisha textbook errors exaggerated, promises corrected books

Odisha's education minister Nityananda Gond refuted claims of widespread errors in Class 1 Odia textbooks, alleging media reports exaggerated the issue and misrepresented facts.

07 Aug 2026
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IMD forecasts isolated heavy to very heavy rain in Kerala

The IMD forecasts isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall across 13 Kerala districts today, August 7, with rain intensity expected to ease gradually from August 8 onwards.

07 Aug 2026
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Maharashtra opens over 30,000 teaching posts after candidate protest warnings

The Maharashtra government has initiated the recruitment process for 30,209 teacher and teaching assistant posts across various schools via the Pavitra portal.

Bofors pay-off case: SC dismisses plea challenging Hinduja brothers' acquittal

The Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed a plea challenging the 2005 acquittal of Hinduja brothers and Swedish arms manufacturer AB Bofors in the Bofors pay-off case.

07 Aug 2026
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Speeding bus crashes into house, kills Riya Fathima in Kunnamkulam

A speeding bus on the Kozhikode–Thrissur route rammed into multiple vehicles in Kunnamkulam, killing Riya Fathima and injuring several others.

07 Aug 2026
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DPCC report: Yamuna fecal coliforms still far above CPCB limit

Despite monsoon rains, Yamuna's pollution indicators showed minimal improvement in July, with faecal coliform and oxygen levels still exceeding acceptable limits.

07 Aug 2026
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Uttar Pradesh rains raise Ganga Yamuna, Dashashwamedh aarti may move

Heavy rainfall has caused the Ganga's water levels to approach Dashashwamedh Ghat's Aarti platform, prompting officials to consider relocating the ceremony to a higher location.

07 Aug 2026
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Government opposes income subcategories within SC ST OBC reservations

The Union government informed the Supreme Court that reservations for SCs and STs are based on historical disadvantage, rejecting income-based sub-quota pleas.

07 Aug 2026
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Telangana Realtors Association protests Section 22A listing of private lands

Thousands of property owners in Telangana are unable to sell or transfer their legally owned lands due to wrongful inclusion under Section 22A's prohibited list.

07 Aug 2026
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AIMIM corporator Matin Patel arrested for allegedly hiding Nida Khan

Matin Patel, an AIMIM corporator from Maharashtra, was arrested for sheltering ex-TCS staffer Nida Khan and failing to appear in court despite repeated summons.

07 Aug 2026
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Migratory bird numbers falling sharply across Kerala's once common habitats

Kerala's winter migratory bird populations are shrinking due to climate change and habitat degradation, disrupting vital ecosystems and threatening globally significant species.

07 Aug 2026
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Lucknow police uncover alleged newborn sale for a promised house

Lucknow Police exposed a baby sale involving forged hospital records, where a homemaker promised a house to a labourer in exchange for her newborn.

07 Aug 2026
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Indian Ocean cloud mass not bringing heavy rain to India

A vast shield of towering storm clouds blankets the Indian Ocean, signaling robust moisture transport, but a lack of triggers delays heavy rainfall over India.

07 Aug 2026
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India's Drugs, Medical Devices and Cosmetics Bill, 2026 empowers DCGI

The government aims to replace the 1940 Drugs and Cosmetics Act with a comprehensive bill addressing modern drugs, medical devices, and cosmetics regulations by 2026.

07 Aug 2026
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CBI charges 3 NTA experts in NEET-UG 2026 leak

Three NTA subject experts allegedly leaked the NEET-UG 2026 paper by noting questions on chits and marking NCERT paragraphs, exploiting lax security measures.

07 Aug 2026
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Supreme Court closes decades-old Bofors case against Hinduja brothers

The Supreme Court dismissed a plea challenging the Delhi High Court’s 2005 decision to quash criminal proceedings against the Hinduja brothers in the 1986 Bofors payoff case.

07 Aug 2026
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Chandni Chowk closes about 300 shops for Independence Day security

Nearly 300 shops in Chandni Chowk will remain shut from August 12-15 as Delhi Police enforces heightened security measures ahead of Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort.

07 Aug 2026
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Rohini man staged kidnapping to hide unemployment and debt

A 35-year-old Delhi man faked his own kidnapping after hiding his year-long unemployment and mounting debts from his family, prompting a police investigation.

07 Aug 2026
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Yogi Adityanath urges 0 tolerance for trouble during Kanwar Yatra

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath emphasized strict action against disruptions during the Kanwar Yatra, highlighting its role in promoting faith, discipline, and communal harmony.

07 Aug 2026
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Leh Apex Body gives government 1 month to meet demands

Sonam Wangchuk has given the Union government a one-month deadline to withdraw cases against protesters and compensate families of victims killed in Leh police firing.

07 Aug 2026
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Omar Abdullah inspects Rajouri flood damage, promises more financial support

J&K CM Omar Abdullah assessed flood damage in Rajouri, directing expedited restoration, enhanced relief efforts, and long-term mitigation to protect vulnerable areas.

07 Aug 2026
TL;DR

Firewood shortage at Puri's Swargadwar causes long delays for cremations

A severe firewood shortage at Puri's sacred Swargadwar cremation ground has caused hours-long delays, with over 100 bodies arriving daily and demand far exceeding supply.

07 Aug 2026
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Amit Shah assures FCRA bill will not target anyone retroactively

The Centre is finalizing the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, aiming to enhance transparency in foreign funding and address stakeholder concerns.

07 Aug 2026
TL;DR

India Today probe finds fake paneer, milk, khoya sold Delhi-NCR

An India Today sting operation exposed a sprawling supply chain of fake paneer, adulterated milk, and synthetic khoya, raising alarming food safety concerns in Delhi-NCR.

06 Aug 2026
Uttar Pradesh

What caused gangster Atiq Ahmed son's fatal crash

Aban Ahmed, the youngest son of slain gangster Atiq Ahmed, died in a road accident in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, on Thursday.

06 Aug 2026
France

Government spent ₹557cr on PM Modi's foreign trips since 2021

The Union government has spent ₹557.5 crore on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign trips since 2021, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) revealed in Parliament on Thursday.

06 Aug 2026
Dharmendra Pradhan

CJP announces 'Kya Bolti Public' nationwide campaign from September

The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has announced a nationwide campaign called "Kya Bolti Public," starting in September.

06 Aug 2026
Bombay High Court

'One of them': Tarun Tejpal compares himself to Umar Khalid

Tarun Tejpal, the former editor of Tehelka magazine, was sentenced to 10 years in prison by the Goa Bench of the Bombay High Court on Thursday after finding him guilty of raping a junior colleague in 2013.

06 Aug 2026
Akhilesh Yadav

Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway sinks, yet firm got new contracts worth ₹3,483cr

The Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway, built by PNC Infratech Limited at a cost of ₹4,200 crore, started caving in just 14 days after its inauguration.

06 Aug 2026
Jodhpur

Supreme Court declines medical bail to Asaram

The Supreme Court has denied interim bail to self-styled godman and rape convict Asaram on medical grounds.

06 Aug 2026
Hyundai Creta

Gangster Atiq Ahmed's youngest son killed in road accident

Aban Ahmed, the youngest son of slain gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed, died in a road accident in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, on Thursday.

06 Aug 2026
Instagram

Nagpur kidnapper, rape accused demands pizza, soft bedding in lock-up

A BBA student, arrested for allegedly abducting and sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl in Nagpur, has been demanding VIP treatment in police lock-up, reports said.

06 Aug 2026
Bombay High Court

Ex-Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal gets 10-year jail for raping employee

The Bombay High Court's Goa Bench has sentenced Tehelka Magazine editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal to 10 years in prison after convicting him in the 2013 rape case earlier on Thursday morning.

06 Aug 2026
Jantar Mantar

Ministers broke trust, released pictures of me ending fast: Wangchuk

Activist Sonam Wangchuk has accused the government of breaking a promise by releasing photos of him ending his 26-day hunger strike.

06 Aug 2026
Jharkhand

Negotiations only on camera, Jharkhand students reject closed-door meeting proposal

The Jharkhand students' protest against alleged irregularities in state recruitment exams has entered its 12th day.

06 Aug 2026
Air India

Air India crew suffered spinal injuries during 5-minute turbulence: Minister

An Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi faced severe mid-air turbulence on Tuesday, injuring 17 people.

06 Aug 2026
India

How to apply for address proof in India

Navigating India's address proof document application process can be a daunting task, especially for first-timers.

05 Aug 2026
Arunachal Pradesh

India, Myanmar considering territorial exchange to resolve border issue

India and Myanmar are reportedly considering a territorial exchange to resolve an undemarcated section of their shared border along Manipur.

05 Aug 2026
Bihar

NHRC directs 6 states to file FIR against Meta

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has directed the Directors General of Police (DGPs) in six states to file a First Information Report (FIR) against Meta Platforms, News18 reported.

05 Aug 2026
Lok Sabha

Lok Sabha Secretariat director found hanging in Noida flat

Gaurav Gautam, a 40-year-old director in the Lok Sabha Secretariat, was found hanging from a ceiling fan in his apartment in Noida's Kendriya Vihar-II Society on Sunday.

05 Aug 2026
Delhi

Listening to youth is 'biggest source' to prevent violence: SC

The Supreme Court has cautioned law enforcement agencies against using an aggressive approach to tackle student protests.

05 Aug 2026
Calcutta High Court

'Heavens won't fall if...Vande Mataram sung in madrasas': Calcutta HC

The Calcutta High Court has observed that "the heavens will not fall" if all six stanzas of the national song Vande Mataram are sung in madrasas.

05 Aug 2026
Amit Shah

Article 370: J&K on alert ahead of 'Black day' protests

Security has been tightened across Jammu and Kashmir ahead of protests by several parties, including the National Conference (NC), the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and the Congress.

05 Aug 2026
Bombay High Court

Remove deepfake content linking Gadkari to E20 program: Bombay HC

The Bombay High Court has ordered the removal of defamatory and deepfake content linking Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and his family to the government's E20 ethanol-blending program.

05 Aug 2026
Madhya Pradesh

3 laborers suffocated after chemical leak at Karnataka factory

Three workers died of suffocation after a chemical leak at a factory in the Kadechur-Badiyal Industrial area of Karnataka in the early hours of Wednesday.

05 Aug 2026
Amritsar

ISI-backed terror module planned attack at Jantar Mantar: Punjab Police

The Punjab Police has busted two cross-border terror modules backed by the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan.

05 Aug 2026
India

How to update your address on your Voter ID

Updating your address on a voter ID card is important for ensuring that you are eligible to vote in the correct constituency.

04 Aug 2026
Bangladesh

No Indian government role in Hasina's planned press conference: MEA

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has clarified that the Indian government is not involved in a media event featuring former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

04 Aug 2026
Assam

CRPF officer kills 2 colleagues, injures another before shooting himself

A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) officer allegedly shot dead two of his colleagues and injured another before killing himself at a camp in Assam's Nagaon district on Tuesday.

04 Aug 2026
Air India

Air India Phuket-Delhi flight encounters turbulence, 14 injured

An Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi, AI2379, experienced severe turbulence on Tuesday, August 4.

04 Aug 2026
Delhi

Delhi's air quality dips to 'good' levels: What's the reason?

Delhi recorded some of its cleanest air on Tuesday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) dipping to a "good" category reading of 29 at around 5:30am.

04 Aug 2026
Kanpur

UP government's new green push: 1,725 e-buses for 18 towns

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet has approved a proposal to introduce 1,725 new air-conditioned electric buses in 18 metropolitan towns.

04 Aug 2026
COVID-19

Operation Kayakalp: What has changed inside UP's government schools

Since the launch of Operation Kayakalp in 2018, schools across Uttar Pradesh have seen major improvements.

04 Aug 2026
Lucknow

What an Ayushman card actually covers in Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh has issued over 5.64 crore Ayushman cards under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY).

04 Aug 2026
Agra

How UP's One District One Product scheme transformed local economy

The Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government's "One District One Product" (ODOP) scheme to boost local artisans and small-scale producers was started in 2018 and aims to promote one signature product from each district by providing skill training, free toolkits, financial assistance, branding support, and market access.

04 Aug 2026
Amarnath Yatra

Fresh advisory issued for security forces after J&K terror attacks

In the wake of two recent terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, security forces have been issued a new advisory.

04 Aug 2026
Greater Noida

Greater Noida factory fire kills 2 firefighters

A massive fire broke out at the ILGIM electronic chip manufacturing unit in Greater Noida's Ecotech-3 industrial area late on Monday night, news agency PTI reported.

04 Aug 2026
India

5 mistakes that can delay your marriage certificate

Applying for a marriage certificate in India can be a daunting task, especially for first-timers.

03 Aug 2026
Arvind Kejriwal

Jantar Mantar not appropriate protest site anymore? SC seeks response

The Supreme Court has sought the Union and Delhi governments' response on a plea challenging the use of Jantar Mantar as a protest site.

03 Aug 2026
Indian Penal Code

IPC section on husband cruelty applies to live-in relationships: SC

The Supreme Court on Monday held that men in live-in relationships can be prosecuted under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) for cruelty if the relationship is in the nature of marriage and the parties intended to marry.

03 Aug 2026
Karnataka

Cauvery water not released despite orders, Vijay government moves SC

The Tamil Nadu government has moved the Supreme Court against Karnataka for not releasing Cauvery water.

03 Aug 2026
Tushar Mehta

Up to states to close/withdraw FIRs against protesters: SC clarifies

The Supreme Court has clarified that states are free to close or withdraw FIRs against students involved in the recent protests.

03 Aug 2026
Tushar Mehta

No action against students who protested: Government tells SC

The Indian government has assured the Supreme Court that it will not pursue legal action against students who protested over paper leaks.

03 Aug 2026
Donald Trump

India appoints Vishwesh Negi as new envoy to Iran

The Indian government has appointed Vishwesh Negi as its next Ambassador to Iran.

03 Aug 2026
Supreme Court Of India

5.64 crore cases pending in Indian courts; SC has 10,000

As many as 5.64 crore cases are pending across the Supreme Court, the 25 high courts, and district and subordinate courts, Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal told the Rajya Sabha, citing data available on the National Judicial Data Grid.

03 Aug 2026
Kerala

Kerala rains kill 15, leave 7 missing amid fresh warnings

Kerala has witnessed a spate of rain-related incidents, claiming 15 lives and leaving seven others missing.

03 Aug 2026
Jawaharlal Nehru University

Resham Fatma 1st acid attack survivor to win Chevening Scholarship

Resham Fatma, an acid attack survivor from India, has made history by becoming the first of her kind to receive the prestigious Chevening Scholarship.

03 Aug 2026
Social Media

SC to hear plea seeking action against 'Sansad Chalo' organizers

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a petition seeking action against the organizers of the July 20 "Sansad Chalo" student protest.

03 Aug 2026
Chandigarh

Delhi-NCR thunderstorms, heavy rain over western UP

The southwest monsoon is expected to bring moderate to heavy rainfall in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) on Monday.

03 Aug 2026
Barkha Dutt

Abhijeet Dipke denies allegations of unexplained family wealth

Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has denied allegations that his education at Boston University was funded by unexplained family wealth.

Why is student leader now on hunger strike in Jharkhand

Students in Jharkhand have intensified their protests against alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations, with a student leader going on an indefinite hunger strike.

03 Aug 2026
Agra

How Thane City Police busted exam paper leak racket: Report

The Thane City Police have busted a major exam paper leak racket in Maharashtra. The alleged mastermind, Bijendra Gupta, had planned to leak the Teachers Eligibility Test (TET) 2026 question paper, The Indian Express reported exclusively.

03 Aug 2026
Manoj Sinha

After terror attack, J&K mulls moving migrant workers to clusters

The Jammu and Kashmir police are taking measures to enhance security for non-local workers after two brick kiln workers from Chhattisgarh were shot dead by terrorists in Kulgam district.