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Ernakulam hospitals packed by seasonal fever wave, doctor says
Hospitals in Kerala’s Ernakulam district are overwhelmed as influenza and viral fever cases spike, with both private and government facilities running at full capacity.
Faizan Ansari accuses CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke of assault
Social media influencer Faizan Ansari has filed a complaint with Delhi Police against CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, alleging assaults in Pune and Aurangabad by Dipke's associates.
Indian Railways alters 845 trains for Ganga bridge near Mokama
Indian Railways will impact 845 train services from September 21 to October 4, 2026, for Non-Interlocking work to commission a new double-line rail bridge near Mokama, Bihar.
Disaster teams working to clear roads after heavy Telangana rains
Telangana witnessed heavy overnight rain, with Kamareddy recording 182.8 mm and Hyderabad’s Saroornagar receiving 113 mm, causing waterlogging and power outages in several areas.
Uttar Pradesh government to shower Kanwariyas with petals from helicopter
The Uttar Pradesh government will organize helicopter flower showers for kanwariyas across seven western districts on August 9 and 10, enhancing their spiritual journey.
Glaw Lake named India's 101st Ramsar site, Arunachal's 1st
Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh has been designated India's 101st Ramsar Site, marking a significant milestone as the state's first internationally recognised wetland.
IndiGo marks 20th with 20,000 free domestic tickets and refunds
IndiGo marks two decades with a special campaign offering 20,000 free domestic flight tickets and fare refunds up to ₹10,000 for bookings made between August 4-6, 2026.
West Bengal transfers 31.905 acres to BSF for India-Bangladesh border
West Bengal approved transferring 31.905 acres to the BSF, addressing long-pending delays in border fencing projects mandated by a 2026 court order.
Noida ILGIM chip fire kills firefighters Rohit Yadav, Tirathpal Singh
A massive fire at Noida's ILGIM electronic chip unit claimed the lives of two firefighters and injured three others, as a wall and iron beam collapsed during rescue efforts.
Pune mayor Manjusha Nagpure seeks 25 TMC water, urges approvals
Mayor Manjusha Nagpure has requested the Maharashtra government to allocate 25 TMC more water for Pune and expedite approvals for key infrastructure projects.
Delhi voter list cleanup risks dropping 1 in 5 voters
Nearly 20% of names on Delhi's electoral roll risk deletion as the Special Intensive Revision nears its August 8 deadline, with officials citing migration and outdated addresses.
Maharashtra mandates safe balanced food for all schools and canteens
Maharashtra's Food and Drug Administration has mandated schools to ensure safe, balanced meals, banning HFSS items and emphasizing compliance with national dietary guidelines.
Assam CM Sarma inspects Upper Assam floods, announces door-to-door assessment
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma inspected flood-affected regions, interacted with residents, and announced compensation distribution starting August 9 after damage assessment.
Southwest monsoon to strengthen across India over next 2 weeks
India is set for an active monsoon phase over the next two weeks, driven by favourable weather systems, despite the Indian Ocean Dipole remaining in a neutral phase.
India's Census 2027 resumes caste counting 1st time since 1931
The second phase of Census 2027 will commence on August 17, introducing caste data collection and recording parents’ birth details to assess citizenship criteria.
Oracle Matangi Swarnalatha warns of floods, fires at Secunderabad Bonalu
During the Rangam ritual at Secunderabad Bonalu 2026, oracle Matangi Swarnalatha warned of heavy rains, floods in Telangana, and urged immediate installation of the Goddess's idol.
Dehradun mother sold 15 year old daughter then reported missing
A Dehradun woman sold her 15-year-old daughter for Rs 1.5 lakh but filed a false abduction report after receiving only Rs 80,000, leading to four arrests.
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.
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.
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.
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.
India appoints Vishwesh Negi as new envoy to Iran
The Indian government has appointed Vishwesh Negi as its next Ambassador to Iran.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
NTA seeks ₹7.5 crore security contract for its premises
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has invited a tender worth ₹7.5 crore to hire a security firm.
Delhi Police won't file case against girl abusing PM Modi
The Delhi Police have decided not to file a case against a 15-year-old girl who allegedly abused Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a viral video.
Bangladesh's Hasina to speak in India after 2 years' exile
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will make her first public appearance in India on August 5, 2026, India Today reported.
India's power consumption up 11% to 170.7B units in July
India's power consumption witnessed a staggering year-on-year growth of 10.93% in July, official data revealed.
Madras HC: Whistling at minor, pulling hand not sexual assault
The Madras High Court has ruled that whistling at a minor girl and pulling her hand does not amount to sexual assault under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
PM Modi launches 'Nasha Mukta Yuva' campaign
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched a nationwide anti-drug campaign called Nasha Mukta Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyaan.
Kerala: Heavy rain claims 8 lives, displaces thousands
Heavy rainfall in Kerala has claimed eight lives and left eight others missing. The downpour also injured 13 people and caused widespread damage, including landslides and waterlogging.
Uttarakhand exam paper leak: ED attaches assets worth ₹63.30 lakh
The Enforcement Directorate(ED) has attached assets worth ₹63.30 lakh under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) in connection with the Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UKSSSC) exam paper leak case.
Kerala floods: 6 dead, 6 missing; rain alert in Delhi-NCR
Torrential rains in Kerala have caused widespread destruction, killing six people and leaving six others missing.
Arrested suspect linked to JeM, planned attack on Bengal CM
Hamim Mondal, a terror suspect arrested in West Bengal, was allegedly planning to target Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, NDTV reported.
RTI activist demands probe into finances of CJP founder's father
A Surat-based Right to Information (RTI) activist, Amit Tiwari, has called for an investigation into the finances of Bhagwanrao Dipke.
Stone-pelting by CJP protesters persisted post-Parliament march: Report
Violence during the protests over the alleged paper leak in the NEET-UG examination continued even after a violent clash on July 20, security officials have said.
SC judge makes 'ants' remark on collegium appointments
Supreme Court Justice Ujjal Bhuyan has called for more transparency in the collegium system of judicial appointments.
Kerala landslides kill 5, many feared trapped under debris
Heavy rains in Kerala have triggered multiple landslides, killing five people and leaving many others missing, The Indian Express reported.
Prioritize national interest over personal gains: Ajit Doval to youth
National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval has urged India's youth to prioritize national interest over personal gains.
West Bengal Police STF arrests suspected JeM 'honey-trap' accomplice
The West Bengal Police's Special Task Force (STF) has arrested Arpita Sarkar, a suspected accomplice of Mohammad Hamim Mondal, an alleged Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) operative.
J&K CM announces ₹10L for families of 2 slain laborers
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has announced an ex-gratia payment of ₹10 lakh to the families of two migrant laborers killed in a recent terror attack.
PM Modi inaugurates Andhra Pradesh's 1st international greenfield airport
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram in Andhra Pradesh's Vizianagaram district on Saturday.
J&K: Cloudburst triggers flash floods in Kishtwar, roads damaged
A cloudburst in the Chatroo area of Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district triggered flash floods early Saturday.
TISS postpones convocation; CJI was to be chief guest
The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) in Mumbai has postponed its 86th annual convocation, which was scheduled for August 2.
PIB fact-checks PM Modi's digitally manipulated video, calls it 'fake'
The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has debunked a viral video that falsely claims Prime Minister Narendra Modi threatened students protesting at Jantar Mantar over an alleged NEET paper leak.
E20 policy: Tehseen Poonawalla alleges house arrest by Delhi Police
Activist and venture capitalist Tehseen Poonawalla has alleged that he was placed under house arrest by Delhi Police ahead of his planned protest against the government's E20 petrol policy.
Why Indian Army's 'Xtreme Weather' diesel launch matters
The Indian Army has launched an indigenous fuel, Xtreme Weather Grade (XWG) diesel, to enhance its combat readiness in Eastern Ladakh.
IMD warns of widespread monsoon activity across India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a fresh weather bulletin, predicting extremely heavy rainfall in Gujarat and widespread monsoon activity across much of India in the coming days.
Teen girl, booked for abusing PM Modi, apologizes
A girl, who was booked for allegedly using abusive language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a protest at Jantar Mantar, has now apologized.
PM Modi advocates forgiveness over abusive language row
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed for forgiveness and guidance for the students who used abusive language against him during protests at Jantar Mantar.
J&K: Migrant worker killed, another injured in terrorist attack
A terrorist attack in the Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir has left one migrant worker dead and another critically injured.
'Not beyond reformation': Why Tahir Hussain was spared death penalty
A Delhi court on Friday sentenced former Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) councilor Tahir Hussain and four others to life imprisonment. They were convicted for the murder of Intelligence Bureau (IB) officer Ankit Sharma during the 2020 Delhi riots.
Abhijeet Dipke addresses speculations of rift between CJP, Sonam Wangchuk
Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has dismissed speculation of a rift with activist Sonam Wangchuk.
Suspected JeM terrorist, possessing Suvendu Adhikari's surveillance info, arrested
The Special Task Force (STF) of West Bengal police has arrested a suspected member of the banned terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) from Burdwan town.
Monsoon to gain strength in early August: IMD
India's southwest monsoon is likely to gain strength in early August, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
'You dare demand Modi's resignation?' Masked men attack AISA student
A 19-year-old student of the All India Students Association (AISA), who took part in the recent student protests, was allegedly attacked in Bengaluru on July 30.
Exiled Bangladeshi writer Taslima Nasreen returns to Kolkata after 19yrs
Exiled Bangladeshi writer and activist Taslima Nasreen returned to Kolkata on Friday, nearly two decades after she was forced to leave the city.
Nagpur girl dies by suicide over cricket team selection: Report
A 17-year-old girl, Aditi Moreshwar Chaukande, died by suicide in Nagpur after she was upset over not being selected for the Vidarbha Cricket Association (VCA) team.
Kin of Delhi cops injured at student protest speak out
The families of Delhi Police officers injured during the recent student protest at Jantar Mantar have spoken out about the ordeal their loved ones suffered during the agitation led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP).
CJI's exclusion from CEC selection panel raises fairness concerns: SC
The Supreme Court has raised concerns over the exclusion of the Chief Justice of India (CJI) from a three-member panel for appointing the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and Election Commissioners (ECs).
Delhi HC to hear Umar Khalid-Sharjeel's pleas on August 27
The Delhi High Court will hear the bail pleas of former Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) scholar Umar Khalid and co-accused Sharjeel Imam on August 27.