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PM names Nandan Nilekani to head exam overhaul task force
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a high-powered task force led by Nandan Nilekani to revamp India's examination system, ensuring transparency and technology-driven reforms.
Modi appoints Nandan Nilekani to head exam overhaul task force
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a high-powered task force led by Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani to ensure transparent and technology-driven examination reforms.
Monsoon returns to northwest India July 28, aiding paddy farmers
Monsoon rains will revive over northwest India from 28 July, aiding paddy cultivation, while a Bay of Bengal depression heightens flash flood risks in Odisha and Chhattisgarh.
IMD: Monsoon depression and Rajasthan low to bring heavy rain
A monsoon depression over the Bay of Bengal and a low-pressure system in west Rajasthan, connected by an east-west shear zone, are driving widespread heavy rainfall across India.
NDMC cleans Jantar Mantar, erases anti-NDA graffiti, Dharmendra Pradhan resigns
Student-led protest graffiti at Jantar Mantar, reflecting youth anger and political dissent, was painted over Sunday as NDMC workers removed 60 metric tonnes of waste.
Mohammad Junaid becomes protest symbol as movement secures exam reforms
Mohammad Junaid, a volunteer managing food at the CJP protest, rose to prominence after alleging police harassment of his family, becoming a symbol of grassroots resistance.
Deafening blast at Pangram metal factory kills 4 workers
Four workers, including one from Tripura, were killed in a powerful explosion at a metal processing unit in Assam’s Cachar district on Sunday morning, police said.
Assam's worst floods in 50 years devastate Nepali Khuti village
Nepali Khuti, once a thriving dairy village in Assam's Sivasagar district, now lies in ruins after the catastrophic July 2026 floods swept away homes, livelihoods, and hope.
India adopts WHO hemoglobin cutoff for pregnant women, children
India's health ministry has lowered haemoglobin thresholds for diagnosing anaemia in pregnant women and infants, introducing a targeted screening-led treatment framework.
Schools expected to stay open Monday despite IMD rain warning
Schools are expected to remain open on Monday, July 27, as no official closure announcements have been made despite IMD's forecast of heavy rainfall across several Indian states.
PM Modi in 'Mann Ki Baat' lauds domestic defense tech
India is achieving remarkable advancements in defence production and exports, with indigenous innovations like INS Mahendragiri and successful missile tests by DRDO.
Accused in ₹35cr TVK bribery plot seek Madras HC bail
Two individuals accused in a ₹35 crore bribery attempt involving TVK MLAs have approached the Madras High Court for bail after their plea was rejected by a Chennai sessions court.
Two 26-year-olds arrested for posing as Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's secretary
Two men from East Delhi were arrested for impersonating Priyanka Gandhi’s aide, offering Kerala MLA Vidya Balakrishnan a Cabinet post in exchange for ₹3 crore.
Kanpur-Lucknow Expressway near Korari in Unnao caves after incessant rain
Heavy rainfall caused a section of the Kanpur-Lucknow Expressway near Unnao to collapse, creating a large depression and disrupting traffic; repair work is set to begin soon.
Assam flood waters recede, 66 dead and over 650,000 affected
Water levels in Assam's flood-hit areas are receding, offering relief to affected districts, though over 6.5 lakh people remain impacted and the death toll has reached 66.
Punjab mandates AI in government schools for Classes 1-12
Punjab has become the first Indian state to integrate Artificial Intelligence as a core subject from Class 1 to 12, aiming to prepare students for an AI-driven future.
Forest patrol of 26 found safe after 2-day border search
Twenty-three forest officials and three personnel lost contact during patrol in Assam's remote forests. They were safely traced after a two-day extensive search operation.
Rajnath Singh at Vijay Diwas says talks only on PoK
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted Operation Sindoor's success as evidence of India’s capability to counter Pakistan's provocations, emphasizing no dialogue except on POK.
SIT finds tusks missing in 8 of 14 Kerala elephants
Ivory and tush were missing from eight of 14 wild elephant carcasses discovered in Kerala's Malayattoor and Vazhachal forests, raising concerns over wildlife conservation efforts.
Dharmendra Pradhan resigns ending month-long NEET protest at Jantar Mantar
Jantar Mantar transformed into a jubilant festival as thousands gathered to celebrate Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation after weeks of youth-led protests.
After Akanksha Chaturvedi's suicide family demands Modi and Shah resign
Akanksha Chaturvedi's mother, Neelam, demands justice, compensation, and strict punishment for those behind the NEET paper leak while calling for PM Modi's resignation.
Hindutva nationalist Satyam Pandit assaults student after 36-day CJP protest
A video showing Hindutva nationalist Satyam Pandit abusing and hitting students at the Jantar Mantar protest has gone viral, sparking outrage and demands for his arrest.
IMD orange alert for heavy rain in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh
The IMD has issued an Orange alert for Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall and potential flash floods from July 28 to 30.
PM Modi spotlights Ronaldo Laishram and grassroots innovations across India
Prime Minister Modi praised diverse efforts, including a Manipur astrophysicist's discovery, Bihar's eco-benches, Gujarat's hornbill return, and UP women's herbal tea.
Inspector Nand Kishore says he was assaulted during NEET protest
Delhi Police Inspector Nand Kishore alleged a violent assault during the NEET paper leak protest near Parliament, claiming stone-pelters and unruly elements endangered his life.
ISRO reports 90% of India under thick cloud cover
Nearly 90% of India remains under cloud cover, slightly down from a 95% peak, with IMD forecasting extremely heavy rainfall over Odisha and Gujarat in the coming days.
PM Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat' highlights defense education environment progress
PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat emphasized India's defence advancements, student successes in global Olympiads, and community-driven environmental conservation efforts.
Cabinet clears Bill to curb paper leaks, exam fraud
The Union Cabinet has approved the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026.
Viral Instagram video accuses CJP of littering in Connaught Place
A video alleging CJP protesters left Delhi's Connaught Place littered and vandalized has gone viral, sparking debates over civic responsibility during public demonstrations.
Narendra Modi lauds INS Mahendragiri as Atmanirbhar Bharat symbol
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in Mann Ki Baat, lauded INS Mahendragiri as a testament to India's self-reliance in defence manufacturing and technological advancements.
Strike at Odesa port leaves 2 Indian crew unaccounted for
A merchant vessel at Ukraine's Odesa port was struck, with two of the four Indian crew members confirmed safe while search efforts for the remaining two are ongoing.
Union Cabinet clears Public Examinations Amendment Bill against exam fraud
The Public Examinations Amendment Bill 2026 proposes stricter penalties, including a five-year minimum jail term and fines up to ₹50 lakh for examination fraud.
Tamil Nadu students protest NEET, reject Education Minister Raj Mohan
Chennai's NEET protesters rejected political and celebrity interventions, booing Tamil Nadu Education Minister Raj Mohan and silencing actor Sanam Shetty during the agitation.
Kargil Vijay Diwas: PM Modi praises Indian soldiers' bravery
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the 136th episode of his monthly radio program Mann Ki Baat, praised the bravery of Indian soldiers on Kargil Vijay Diwas.
MEA warns Indians against Black Sea jobs after 5 deaths
India's foreign ministry has urged nationals to assess security risks before working on vessels in the Black Sea, citing heightened missile and drone attacks since April 2026.
Response 'beyond their imagination': Rajnath Singh warns Pakistan against misadventure
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has issued a stern warning to Pakistan on Kargil Vijay Diwas, saying that any future provocations will be met with a response "beyond their imagination."
Double-decker bus overturns on Ganga Expressway in Sambhal killing 2
A speeding double-decker bus overturned on Uttar Pradesh's Ganga Expressway near Sambhal, killing two passengers and injuring over 24 others, with several in critical condition.
Meet Sarnath, 45th UNESCO World Heritage Site in India
India's ancient Buddhist site of Sarnath in Uttar Pradesh has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
CJP ends 36-day Jantar Mantar protest after Dharmendra Pradhan resigns
Jantar Mantar, once teeming with protesters demanding Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, now lies empty as NDMC teams initiate a massive cleanup following the 36-day-long agitation.
Student denied IIT cybersecurity seat hacks IIT Madras and Kanpur
A rejected IIT cybersecurity applicant allegedly hacked IIT Madras and IIT Kanpur systems, leaving a message claiming he deserved an opportunity to prove his skills.
In Dras Rajnath Singh warns Pakistan, links talks to PoK
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, marking Kargil Vijay Diwas in Dras, warned Pakistan of unimaginable consequences for any misadventure and ruled out talks except on PoK.
'Just the beginning': CJP's Abhijeet Dipke posts video message
Abhijeet Dipke, the 30-year-old leader of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has celebrated a major milestone in his movement.
NDTV investigation finds detergent in multiple Maharashtra milk samples
NDTV's investigation at an FDA lab in Maharashtra uncovered widespread milk adulteration, with detergent detected in numerous samples, raising serious health and safety concerns.
Cockroach Janta Party apologizes to Kapil Raut at Jantar Mantar
Student protesters from the Cockroach Janta Party issued a public apology to journalist Kapil Raut for allegedly heckling him during their recent agitation at Jantar Mantar.
IMD orange alert as Himachal Pradesh faces floods and landslides
Torrential rains triggered landslides and flash floods, closing 134 roads and disrupting power and water supply, as IMD issued orange and yellow alerts.
Ahmedabad police, Army rescue over 1,000 people stranded in flood
In a massive flood relief operation, over 1,000 people were rescued in two days from the inundated industrial corridor on the Sarkhej-Bavla route in Ahmedabad.
'Sansad Chalo' march: RAF chief admits 'force gradient' missed standard
The Rapid Action Force (RAF) chief has reportedly admitted that the "force gradient" used for crowd control during the CJP's Sansad Chalo march on June 20 was not up to standard, according to The Indian Express.
Delhi Jantar Mantar volunteers clean protest site after demands met
After their demands were met, volunteers at Jantar Mantar formed a human chain to clean the protest site, sweeping streets and collecting litter in garbage bags before leaving.
PM Modi pays tribute to soldiers on Kargil Vijay Diwas
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid tribute to the soldiers who fought in the 1999 Kargil War, as India observed the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas.
Narendra Modi praises Kargil soldiers' extraordinary courage on 27th anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi honoured the courage of Indian soldiers on Kargil Vijay Diwas, commemorating their sacrifices during the 1999 Kargil War against Pakistan.
Internal review faults Rapid Action Force over Sansad Chalo lapses
The Rapid Action Force flagged operational lapses during the Sansad Chalo march, citing improper force gradient use and inadequate briefing of personnel before deployment.
Assam floods: Situation improves, but death toll rises to 66
The flood situation in Assam has improved slightly, with nearly 6.55 lakh people still affected across six districts, news agency PTI reported.
Abdul Aziz Khokar lands in ICU after 5-day hunger strike
Abdul Aziz Khokar, father of crane accident victim Muzammil Khokar, was hospitalised after a five-day hunger strike demanding the builder’s inclusion in the FIR.
Maharashtra Co-op Appellate Court caps society fines at ₹5,000 yearly
The Maharashtra State Co-operative Appellate Court ruled that housing societies cannot impose penalties exceeding ₹5,000 annually on members, emphasizing adherence to due process.
Noida crash kills 28-year-old Aditya Kumar police say driver drunk
A 28-year-old motorcyclist died after colliding with a Skoda car near Parthala Chowk; police confirmed the car driver was intoxicated during the incident.
Jantar Mantar protest: Participants begin leaving site after 36 days
After 36 days of protests at Jantar Mantar, Delhi, participants have begun to leave the site.
Delhi Police detain more than 200 CJP protesters amid crackdown
Delhi Police detained protesters and commuters across key areas, citing Section 163 of BNSS and Section 65 of the Delhi Police Act to prevent gatherings at Jantar Mantar.
Aligarh relatives arrested after 20-year-old law student Himanshi allegedly killed
A 20-year-old law student in Aligarh was allegedly killed by her family for refusing to end an inter-caste relationship, leading to the arrest of five relatives.
DRI arrests 8 at Mumbai airport 15.764kg gold ₹23.63cr
DRI officials intercepted two smuggling syndicates at CSMIA, arresting eight individuals and seizing 15.764kg of foreign-origin gold worth ₹23.63 crore in separate operations.
Avyaan Surya dies after slipping into open Greater Noida borewell
A six-year-old boy drowned in a rainwater-filled borewell pit in Greater Noida's Knowledge Park, with locals blaming the lack of barricades and warning signs for the tragedy.
Maharashtra FDA seizes 160,000L adulterated milk, Mumbai supply cleaned up
Maharashtra’s FDA seized over 1.6 lakh litres of adulterated milk, disrupting supply chains and forcing sweet shops to pay higher prices for genuine dairy products.
Panaji candlelight march triggers FIR and man detained over placard
Goa Police detained a man carrying a “Free Umar Khalid” placard during a protest at Azad Maidan, Panaji, citing lack of prior permission and potential law-and-order concerns.
Shallow 3.7-magnitude quake felt in Nashik, Maharashtra before midnight Friday
A 3.7-magnitude earthquake struck Nashik, Maharashtra, late Friday night at a depth of 5 km, with its epicentre located at coordinates 20.407°N and 73.676°E.
DRI arrests woman hiding 42 gold bars on Brahmaputra Express
A woman traveling on the Brahmaputra Express was arrested at Chandauli with 4.98 kg of smuggled gold worth Rs 7.11 crore, concealed in a waist belt and handbag.
Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari invokes Goonda Act after NEET violence
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari announced the use of the newly enacted Goonda Act against individuals accused of orchestrating violence during Friday's NEET protest in Kolkata.
Ken-Betwa project triggers Chhatarpur protests, Amit Bhatnagar suspends fast
Tribal communities are opposing the Ken-Betwa river-linking project due to displacement concerns, alleged irregularities, and environmental threats.
Uttar Pradesh forms SIT after Supreme Court orders Ayodhya probe
The Uttar Pradesh government has reconstituted the SIT to investigate alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram temple, appointing IG Kiran S as its head.
Rajnath Singh in Dras says infiltration threats persist, highlights modernization
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, speaking in Dras on Kargil Vijay Diwas eve, emphasized that infiltrators' motives persist unchanged since the 1999 Kargil conflict.
Panna SDM Ramnivas Choudhary's complaint lands delivery executive in jail
A Madhya Pradesh SDM allegedly misused his authority by jailing a delivery executive after receiving fewer items than ordered in an online parcel, sparking controversy.
Dharmendra Pradhan resigns over NEET leak as Chennai protests persist
Following Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, protestors in Chennai intensified their demand to abolish NEET and seek Tamil Nadu's exemption from the exam.
Teen detained after excavator kills Ulagadhipathi son of P. Periyapullan
A 17-year-old excavator driver was detained for allegedly causing the death of Ulagadhipathi, son of former AIADMK MLA, in a tragic road accident near IIT-Madras.
Dharmendra Pradhan resignation sparks 120 million views for CJP reel
A celebration reel by the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party amassed 120 million views in just 10 hours on Instagram, marking a milestone in its growing online influence.
V Senthilbalaji questioned in Chennai amid MLA poaching probe
Former Minister V. Senthilbalaji and his brother appeared at Triplicane police station for questioning regarding allegations of attempting to bribe TVK MLAs with ₹35 crore.
Sonam Wangchuk welcomes end of CJP protest
Climate activist and educationist Sonam Wangchuk has welcomed the end of the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) nationwide agitation.
CJP withdraws protest after Centre agrees to demands
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has withdrawn its agitation with immediate effect after the Centre agreed to all its demands.
Cockroach Janata Party updates demands list after Pradhan's resignation
The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has updated its list of demands after Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
Sonam Wangchuk hails Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation as 'victory of democracy'
Climate activist and educationist Sonam Wangchuk has hailed the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan as a "victory of democracy."
'Victory of democracy': CJP celebrates Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on Saturday amid protests over the NEET paper leak controversy.
Was treated 'like prisoner' at Safdarjung Hospital, Sonam Wangchuk alleges
Activist Sonam Wangchuk has alleged that he was treated "like a prisoner" at Delhi's Safdarjung Hospital after being forcibly taken there by the police.
IMD issues alert for heavy rainfall in several states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert for several states in India. The forecast includes heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next few days.
CJP says no point in talks without Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has taken a firm stance ahead of the third round of talks with the central government.
Rajasthan nurse calls doctor 'serial rapist' in video before court
A nurse in Rajasthan, Kamla alias Kamlesh, has accused a doctor of sexually assaulting over 100 women.
PIB warns of deepfake videos threatening students, protesters
The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has confirmed that artificial intelligence (AI)-generated fake videos of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister Piyush Goyal are being circulated.
'Ticking thing' could go off against Modi, warns CJP spokesperson
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka has warned that the rising anger over the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) controversy could soon extend beyond demands for Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
Maharashtra TET paper leak case: Mastermind arrested from Bihar
Bijendra Gupta, the alleged mastermind behind the Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) paper leak, has been arrested by the Maharashtra Police in Bihar.
NEET paper leak protests: 3rd round of talks scheduled today
The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) and the central government will hold their third round of talks on Saturday.
Wangchuk addresses allegations after ending 26-day hunger strike
Activist Sonam Wangchuk has addressed his supporters and critics in a video message after ending his 26-day hunger strike. The fast was in solidarity with the Cockroach Janta Party's protest.
Modi's Instagram reel sets record amid protests at Jantar Mantar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has set a new world record for the most views on a single Instagram reel, garnering over 303 million views in just 24 hours.
NEET paper leak: NTA sacks 47 officials, legal action imminent
The National Testing Agency(NTA) has sacked 47 officials in a major overhaul of the agency. This decision comes in the wake of widespread protests over NEET paper leaks.
Centre had already notified anti-paper leak law in 2024
The Union Cabinet on Friday approved a draft bill to impose stricter punishments for question paper leaks, just hours after Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the matter would be taken up at a Cabinet meeting.
Delhi Police cancel leaves of all personnel amid student protests
The Delhi Police have canceled all routine leaves of its personnel with immediate effect.
'Jallianwala Bagh-like atrocities....': SC to hear pleas alleging police brutality
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear two petitions on Monday, alleging police excesses against student protesters.
Himachal Pradesh: 13 killed as boulder falls on moving vehicle
A tragic accident in Himachal Pradesh's Chamba district has claimed the lives of 13 people.
Cabinet clears bill to punish paper leaks more strictly
The Union Cabinet has cleared a bill proposing stricter punishments for examination paper leaks.
Government requested day to decide on Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation: CJP
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has stood firm on its demand for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
SC bans uploading, sharing of audio, video recordings of hearings
The Supreme Court has issued an interim order barring the extraction, editing, dissemination, reposting, uploading, or monetization of audio and video recordings of court proceedings on social media and other digital platforms without prior permission.
JNU issues advisory against attending Jantar Mantar protests
The Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has advised its students and staff to "refrain from participating in or visiting gatherings at or around Jantar Mantar."
Going '10 extra miles' for students: Centre tells SC
The central government has assured the Supreme Court of its commitment to protect students and maintain the integrity of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET).
'End errors' surrounding NEET exam: SC tells Centre
The Supreme Court has asked the central government to put an end to the "series of errors" surrounding the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) Undergraduate examination.
UP: NEET aspirant, boyfriend attacked by men; girl gang-raped
A 19-year-old National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) aspirant was allegedly gang-raped by three men in Uttar Pradesh's Chitrakoot district.
CJI denies not listing plea against police action on protesters
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has dismissed media reports claiming he refused to list a plea against police action on student protests, criticizing "reckless" reports suggesting that the court had refused to list such a matter.
Manipur ethnic violence: Supreme Court proposes day-to-day trials
The Supreme Court has proposed the establishment of special courts to expedite trials related to the 2023 ethnic violence in Manipur.
J&K Police detain over 2,500 people after head constable killed
The Jammu and Kashmir administration has detained over 2,500 people across the Valley after a police head constable on patrol was killed in Anantnag.
Delhi Police say pellets not used; hospital report contradicts claim
A 28-year-old man suffered pellet injuries during the July 20 Jantar Mantar protest, according to a government hospital report, contradicting the Delhi Police's assertion that its personnel did not use pellet guns against student demonstrators.
Delhi Police refute claims of firing, stone-pelting at Jantar Mantar
The Delhi Police has dismissed allegations of its personnel firing shots or pelting stones during a recent protest at Jantar Mantar.
'Charging...': Abhijeet Dipke shares IV drip photo before nationwide protest
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has shared a photograph of him on X with the caption "Charging up" after he had to briefly leave the protest site at Jantar Mantar due to health issues.
US citizen, Khalistani arrested trying to enter from Nepal illegally
Security forces in Uttar Pradesh's Bahraich district foiled an infiltration bid from Nepal, arresting five people including a wanted terrorist and a United States citizen.