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Ashok Bahar asks Allahabad High Court reserve senior-citizen medical seats
At 71, Ashok Bahar, a NEET UG 2026 aspirant, has petitioned for a 1% MBBS reservation for senior citizens, advocating fair opportunities in medical education for older candidates.
Parliament's monsoon session kicks off July 20 with 5 bills
The government plans to introduce five new Bills, including income tax and MSME reforms, alongside two pending legislations during the upcoming Monsoon Session.
Amarnath and Vaishno Devi yatras paused after heavy rain warning
Authorities have temporarily suspended the Amarnath and Vaishno Devi Yatras from July 19 due to heavy rainfall forecasts, prioritizing pilgrim safety amid adverse conditions.
ISRO images show monsoon clouds blanketing 60-70% of India
Isro's INSAT-3DR satellite reveals nearly 60-70% of India's landmass covered by monsoon clouds on July 19, with dense formations over northern plains and the Northeast.
Gitanjali Angmo says Safdarjung Hospital illegally detaining Sonam Wangchuk
Sonam Wangchuk's wife, Gitanjali J Angmo, has alleged that Safdarjung hospital is illegally detaining her husband and restricting their movement within the premises.
IMD warns heavy rain across several states on Sunday
The IMD forecasts heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in Mumbai, Srinagar, Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Northeast India. Delhi may experience light rain.
Karnataka's UT Khader announces junk food ban in schools, hospitals
Karnataka's Health Minister UT Khader announced a statewide ban on junk food sales in schools and hospitals, citing rising health concerns linked to poor eating habits.
Gitanjali Angmo leads Sonam Wangchuk NEET protest during hospitalization
Gitanjali Angmo, a social entrepreneur and educationist, co-founded the Himalayan Institute of Alternatives, Ladakh (HIAL) and actively supports her husband’s activism.
Sonam Wangchuk urges Chalo Sansad march to Parliament July 20
Sonam Wangchuk, detained at Safdarjung Hospital amid his hunger strike, urged citizens to join the July 20 "Chalo Sansad" march, calling it India's "second freedom movement."
IMD issues red alert for Himachal July 20 and 21
The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in parts of Himachal Pradesh on July 20 and 21.
ICMR study finds nearly 9 in 10 Indian adults dyslipidemic
Nearly 90% of Indian adults have abnormal blood lipid levels, a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke, according to a nationwide ICMR study.
Rajouri hit by flash floods after heavy overnight rain
Torrential overnight rain caused flash floods in Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir, inundating low-lying areas, sweeping away vehicles, and forcing hundreds to evacuate early Sunday.
Wangchuk refuses treatment at hospital, carries on with hunger strike
Activist Sonam Wangchuk has been admitted to Safdarjung Hospital after a 20-day hunger strike.
Punjab Police concluded Operation Prahaar-3.0 with 3,949 arrests statewide
Punjab Police arrested 3,949 individuals, including 42 gangsters, during the 16-day statewide Operation Prahaar-3.0 targeting organised crime and the drug-gangster nexus.
Maharashtra gives 3 months for school bus safety and fares
Maharashtra's updated school bus regulations mandate GPS tracking, CCTV access for parents, and capped fares set by RTAs, ensuring enhanced safety and affordability for students.
Delhi and Gurgaon to hit 40 Celsius highs today
Delhi and Gurgaon may hit 40°C today, while Noida and Ghaziabad could see highs of 39°C. Faridabad is expected to remain cooler with a maximum of 32°C.
CBSE introduces 'Best of 2' for Class 10 from 2026
CBSE's 'Best of Two' rule for Class 10 board exams allows students to retain higher subject-wise scores from two attempts, reducing exam stress and improving overall results.
Power line snapped near Narsinghpur, Gurugram causes 16-km NH-48 jam
A 66kV transmission line collapse near Narsinghpur on NH-48 caused a massive 16-km traffic jam, stranding commuters and ambulances for hours before normalcy was restored.
Southwest monsoon returns Sunday to Delhi and north India
The southwest monsoon is set to revive from Sunday, bringing widespread rainfall to Delhi and triggering heavy downpours across the Himalayan states and northern plains.
Nalanda family deaths: Two dead after apparent suicide attempt
A family dispute in Bihar's Nalanda district led to four members attempting suicide, resulting in two deaths and two hospitalizations, with one critically injured.
Gujarat High Court denies abortion to 17-year-old citing health risk
The Gujarat High Court rejected a 17-year-old rape survivor's plea to terminate her eight-month pregnancy, citing health risks to both the minor and the unborn child.
Delhi government allows founders to self-certify for private schools
The Delhi government has relaxed land and certification norms for private schools, enabling easier establishment in residential areas while aligning with RTE Act standards.
Sonam Wangchuk hospitalized at Safdarjung on 21st hunger strike day
An AIIMS expert supported Safdarjung Hospital's recommendation for urgent fluid and electrolyte therapy for activist Sonam Wangchuk, who remains critically dehydrated.
Uttarakhand halts Rishikesh highway felling after protests over 4,369 trees
The Uttarakhand government has paused the felling of 4,369 trees for the Rishikesh highway project after widespread protests highlighted environmental and wildlife concerns.
India's 1st C-295 built at Tata Vadodara completes maiden flight
Union Minister Rammohan Naidu Kinjarapu visited TASL's Vadodara facility, celebrating India’s first indigenous C-295 military aircraft under the "Make in India" initiative.
Maharashtra forms 27-member panel to examine converted STs's government benefits
The Maharashtra government has formed a 27-member committee to assess whether Scheduled Tribe members who convert to other religions should retain reservation and welfare benefits.
India urges 0 tolerance for all terrorism at US summit
India emphasized the need for zero tolerance towards all forms of terrorism, including cross-border threats, during a US-hosted ministerial meeting on combating far-left extremism.
CBSE announces Class 10 seconds board results with 96.8% pass
CBSE announced Class X second board exam results, with nearly 60% of students achieving higher scores, boosting the overall pass percentage to an impressive 96.8%.
Delhi Mango Festival unveils BrahMos mango named for Operation Sindoor
The Delhi Mango Festival featured the debut of the BrahMos mango, inspired by the missile's role in Operation Sindoor, alongside 16 other unique varieties.
Bhaderwah police encounter kills Aarif Hussain, prompts Doda Kishtwar shutdown
A partial shutdown disrupted daily life in Doda and Kishtwar districts after a 30-year-old man was fatally shot during a confrontation with police near Bhaderwah town.
Sonam Wangchuk taken to Safdarjung Hospital by Delhi Police
Delhi Police removed activist Sonam Wangchuk from Jantar Mantar ahead of the Monsoon session and CJP's planned rally over the NEET paper leak controversy.
Government delays Jammu and Kashmir schools reopening to July 22
The Jammu and Kashmir government has prolonged summer vacations for schools in Kashmir Division and Jammu’s winter zones until July 22 due to the ongoing heatwave.
Rajasthan teen Rahul dies by suicide after skin color remark
A 16-year-old student in Rajasthan died by suicide after a classmate allegedly used a derogatory term about his skin color during a school altercation.
Bhopal residents feed donkeys gulab jamuns to seek monsoon relief
In Bhopal, donkeys were fed gulab jamun as part of a ritual to appease rain god Indra, amid reports of below-normal rainfall in 35 districts of Madhya Pradesh.
Ahmedabad: 8 killed in blast at illegal firecracker factory
At least eight people were killed and over 10 others injured in an explosion at an illegal firecracker factory in Ahmedabad on Saturday.
Wangchuk's potassium levels normal, claims doctor amid hospital spat
Activist Sonam Wangchuk was admitted to Delhi's Safdarjung Hospital after a 20-day hunger strike.
JeM terrorists trained in 40 types of terror techniques
The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has revealed a shocking training program for the arrested alleged Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists.
Wangchuk's wife alleges restrictions by Safdarjung Hospital
Activist Sonam Wangchuk was hospitalized at Safdarjung Hospital after being removed from his indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar by Delhi Police.
Chhattisgarh: 5 members of family found dead
In a tragic incident, five members of a family were found dead inside their rented house in Raipur, Chhattisgarh.
Punjab cop arrested for extortion, corruption after US indictment
Gurinderjit Singh Nagra, a Punjab police officer, has been arrested after being indicted by United States prosecutors. The case against him was filed under the Extortion and Corruption Act.
Ram temple theft probe widens, 30 more employees under scanner
The investigation into the alleged theft of donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya has expanded. So far, eight people have been arrested in connection with the case.
Sonam Wangchuk's wife forbids his treatment without her consent
Activist Sonam Wangchuk was shifted to Safdarjung Hospital in Delhi on Saturday after 20 days of his indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar.
Controversy erupts over Lord Jagannath's missing 'Tahia' during Rath Yatra
A controversy has erupted in Odisha after Lord Jagannath was taken out of the Puri Jagannath Temple without the traditional floral headgear, known as the Tahia, during the Rath Yatra.
IMD warns of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms in 15 states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rain alert for 15 states, predicting thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds.
Abhijeet Dipke alleges detention, being beaten by Delhi Police
Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), has alleged that he was beaten and detained by Delhi Police on Saturday.
How Sonam Wangchuk was whisked away to Safdarjung Hospital
Activist Sonam Wangchuk was removed from the Jantar Mantar protest site by Delhi Police on medical grounds.
India rejects Japan's ex-minister's criticism of bullet train project
India has rejected the criticism of delays in the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project by former Japanese minister Hideki Makihara.
Sonam Wangchuk removed from protest site, hospitalized on 21st day
Activist Sonam Wangchuk was taken to the hospital after his health deteriorated on the 21st day of his hunger strike at Delhi's Jantar Mantar.
Asaram's health details must be obtained: Supreme Court to Rajasthan
The Supreme Court has asked the Rajasthan government to obtain detailed information about the health of self-styled godman Asaram. The octogenarian is seeking interim bail on medical grounds.
Badrinath temple donation theft case: Ex-officer arrested
Former officer of the Shri Badrinath Temple, Rajendra Chauhan, was arrested by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) in connection with an alleged donation theft case.
SC slams hospitals, Ayurvedic doctor in 4-year-old's rape case
The Supreme Court has slammed an Ayurvedic doctor and two private hospitals in Ghaziabad for their alleged negligence in treating a four-year-old rape victim.
Former IB special director appointed new Delhi Police chief
The government on Friday appointed Anurag Kumar, a former special director of the Intelligence Bureau (IB), as the new Commissioner of Police for Delhi.
'Will stay alive till...': Wangchuk refuses to call off fast
Activist Sonam Wangchuk is on an indefinite hunger strike in Delhi, demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over an alleged NEET paper leak.
Japanese engineer flags policy concerns over India's bullet train project
Isao Tsujimura, a senior Japanese railway engineer and metro vehicle consultant based in Delhi, has raised concerns over India's first bullet train project.
Karnataka HC invokes husband's Mercedes-Benz in appeal against wife's maintenance
The Karnataka High Court has dismissed a husband's appeal against a family court's decision to grant his wife and son ₹20,000 per month as interim maintenance.
IMD warns of heat, humidity in Delhi; heavy rain elsewhere
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall across several states in the country. However, Delhi is likely to witness only light showers.
PM flags off India's 1st hydrogen-powered train: All about it
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has flagged off India's first hydrogen-powered train. The train will operate on the 89-km Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana under the Northern Railway.
Key accused in ₹700cr medical procurement fraud case flees India
Rajiv Rangila, a key accused in the ₹700 crore medical procurement fraud case, has allegedly fled India, The Indian Express reported.
Bengal: 2 minors among 3 killed in train-school van collision
A tragic accident occurred in West Bengal's Murshidabad district on Friday morning when a passenger train collided with a school van at a level crossing.
Sonam Wangchuk's health critical on 20th day of hunger strike
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has entered the 20th day of his indefinite hunger strike at Delhi's Jantar Mantar.
J&K: Man killed, 3 cops injured in shooting during encounter
A man was killed, and three Special Operations Group (SOG) personnel were injured in a shooting incident in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district.
Bengaluru mandates 4-hour counselling for gig workers violating traffic rules
In a bid to tackle the rising number of traffic violations by app-based delivery workers, Bengaluru's traffic police have launched a new initiative.
Stampede-like situation at Puri Rath Yatra; several hospitalized
A stampede-like situation occurred during the Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri, Odisha, on Thursday.
Delhi HC judge-turned-Manipur chief justice ran LPG agency during tenure
Justice (retd) Siddharth Mridul, who served as a judge of the Delhi High Court and later became the Chief Justice of the Manipur High Court, has been accused of running an LPG distribution agency during his tenure.
Ghaziabad man kills father after dispute over property worth ₹150cr
A 32-year-old man allegedly shot and killed his father in Ghaziabad's Modinagar on Wednesday night after an argument over a property dispute.
Hyderabad teacher who asked Class-2 students to memorize 'Kalma' fired
A teacher at Success School in Sayeedabad, Hyderabad, has been sacked after Class 2 students were given religious homework.
How to apply for the OBC non-creamy layer certificate
Applying for the Other Backward Classes (OBC) non-creamy layer certificate in India can be a complex process.
Don't introduce third language in Class-9: SC judge tells Centre
Supreme Court judge Justice BV Nagarathna has raised concerns over the introduction of a third language in Class IX under the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum.
Karnataka doctor murdered, son stabbed; wife found unfazed, scrolling phone
In a shocking incident, a 45-year-old anesthetist at a private hospital in Dharwad, Karnataka, was found dead inside his apartment, while his eight-year-old son, said to be autistic, was found in another room with multiple stab wounds.
Avoid deploying seafarers on ships that will cross Hormuz: Centre
India's Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA) has advised ship owners, managers, and recruitment agencies to refrain from deploying Indian seafarers on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
Union Cabinet clears ₹25,000cr elevated road projects in Varanasi
The Union Cabinet has approved two major elevated road projects in Varanasi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's constituency.
'Life precious, monitor Wangchuk's health daily': Delhi HC directs Centre
The Delhi High Court has ordered the central and city governments to regularly monitor the health of activist Sonam Wangchuk, who is on an indefinite hunger strike since June 28.
FDA raids Siya Goyal's family shop, seizes products worth ₹8L
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has raided a Pune shop owned by the family of Siya Goyal, accused of murdering her realtor fiancée Ketan Agarwal, with her lover.
Jagannath Rath Yatra begins in Puri amid heavy rain alert
The nine-day Jagannath Rath Yatra has commenced in Puri, Odisha, amid a red alert for heavy rainfall by the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
'Not in good shape but...': Wangchuk refuses to end hunger-strike
Environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk has entered the 19th day of his indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi.
Dharmasthala 'mass burial' case: SIT submits final 7,000-page report
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the Dharmasthala mass burial case in Karnataka has submitted its final investigation report to the court.
Audit exposes irregularities worth ₹57cr in Rajasthan's cow protection scheme
An audit has revealed alleged irregularities worth over ₹57 crore in Rajasthan's cow protection scheme.
Jagannath Temple, ISKCON Rath Yatra date row explained
The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) in Puri has rejected the International Society for Krishna Consciousness's (ISKCON) claims that holding Rath Yatra on random days was as per Hindu scriptures.
Over 1,000 people apply for Ram Mandir CEO post
The search for a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ram Mandir has attracted over 1,000 applications within days of the recruitment process being announced.
Stolen files about India's biggest nuclear power plant leaked
A ransomware group named World Leaks has released a massive trove of stolen data on the dark web, claiming it includes blueprints of India's largest nuclear power plant, Kudankulam, as per Reuters.
'Urgent': Delhi HC seeks Centre's response on Wangchuk's hunger strike
The Delhi High Court has sought the central and Delhi governments' responses on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking urgent medical intervention for climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been on hunger strike since June 28.
Noida: 2 killed, 50 families trapped rescued, after massive fire
A massive fire broke out at a residential building in Noida's Mamura area on Wednesday, killing two people and trapping around 50 families.
Why exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen is returning to Kolkata
Bangladesh-born author Taslima Nasreen will return to Kolkata on August 1 after nearly two decades.
How to get your driving license approved quickly
Getting a driving license approved can be a long process, but with the right approach, you can speed things up.
Air India crash report to be ready by October: AAIB
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has informed the Supreme Court that a draft report on the Air India AI-171 crash in Ahmedabad will be ready by October 2026.
Manipur: Search operation sparks mob attack at Assam Rifles camp
A mob attacked an Assam Rifles camp in Senapati district of Manipur on Tuesday night after the paramilitary force conducted a search operation for suspected armed cadres of the NSCM (IM) based on intelligence inputs.
Modi helped stop Putin from using nukes, claims Polish minister
Poland's Deputy Foreign Minister Wladyslaw Teofil Bartoszewski has claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi played a crucial role in stopping Russian President Vladimir Putin from using tactical nuclear weapons during the Ukraine war in late 2022.
India to now track every sailor across Gulf waters
India has decided to step up its surveillance of Indian seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz and the Gulf of Oman.
Supreme Court pulls up Patna HC over 'grabbing breast' order
The Supreme Court has slammed the Patna High Court over its controversial ruling that attempted removal of a woman's salwar and pressing her chest does not amount to an attempt to rape.
PIL filed in Delhi HC to force-feed Sonam Wangchuk
A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Delhi High Court, seeking urgent medical aid for activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been on a hunger strike.
Passport meant to 'regulate departure' of citizens from India: MEA
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has clarified that an Indian passport is a document issued by the government to "regulate the departure from India" of Indian citizens.
'Learning language not...waste': SC refuses to stay CBSE's 3-language policy
The Supreme Court has refused to stay the Central Board of Secondary Education's three-language policy introduced for the 2026-27 academic year, with Chief Justice of India Surya Kant remarking that "learning of language never goes waste."
Man dies outside UP thana after begging help for 40mins
A 22-year-old man, Rajkumar, bled to death outside a police Pink Booth in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, on July 12.
SC refuses to restore namaz at Bhojshala
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear appeals from Muslim parties challenging a Madhya Pradesh High Court order that declared the Bhojshala-Kamal Maula complex site in Dhar a temple.
Ambaji Temple theft: Counting staffer caught stealing donations on camera
The Ambaji Temple in Gujarat has been rocked by a donation theft scandal, much like the recent incidents at Ayodhya's Ram Mandir and Uttarakhand's Badrinath Temple.
'Vessels carried 30 Indian sailors': MEA condemns Iran's Hormuz strikes
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has strongly condemned the attack on two vessels, MT Al Bahiyah and MT Mombasa, in the Strait of Hormuz.
Badrinath Dham funds misappropriation case: SIT questions top officials
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the alleged misappropriation of funds at Badrinath Dham has intensified its investigation.
Ram Mandir trust treasurer denies resignation amid donation misappropriation probe
Swami Govind Dev Giri, treasurer of the Ayodhya Ram Temple Trust, has denied reports of his resignation amid an ongoing investigation into alleged donation misappropriation.
Karnataka: Governor suspends KPSC chair over daughter's illegal selection
In a historic move, Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has suspended Shivashankarappa S Sahukar, the Chairman of the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC).
NIA court issues non-bailable warrant against Hafiz Saeed
A special National Investigation Agency (NIA) court has issued a non-bailable warrant against Hafiz Saeed, the Pakistan-based chief of the banned terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).