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CINTAA crisis deepens as 8 elected EC members resign, demand fresh elections; association says panel remains intact

CINTAA General Secretary Upasana Singh confirmed the resignations, while the association's legal counsel rejected claims that the Executive Committee had been dissolved, saying it remains operational under the Constitution and that replacement members have been inducted.

Aug 10, 2026

BJP launches 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign in Bengaluru, says 'we need not learn patriotism from Congress'

BJP leaders also urged citizens to hoist the Tricolour and work towards building a developed India by 2047. The march was attended by party leaders, legislators, MLCs, students, doctors, retired military personnel and other prominent citizens.

Aug 10, 2026

Karnataka: Kumaraswamy urges NICE toll boycott; Priyank Kharge warns against vigilantism over migrants

Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy urging motorists to stop paying NICE Road toll over alleged BMIC irregularities and demanding a government takeover. Home Minister Priyank Kharge warned citizens against conducting independent investigations into suspected illegal migrants or sharing sensitive information online

Aug 9, 2026

Jharkhand agitation: Third round of talks inconclusive; 3 JPSC members resign as students press for CGL cancellation, CBI probe

The government proposed an ED-CID probe into financial irregularities and a retired judge-led investigation into the CGL issue. With no agreement reached, students will march towards the Jharkhand Assembly on August 10. Three JPSC members have also resigned amid the ongoing controversy.

Aug 9, 2026

Phuket-Delhi air turbulence: Captain's drug test report not yet shared with us, says Air India

Air India Pilot Under Scrutiny After Reported Positive Drug Test Following Phuket-Delhi Turbulence

A captain on an Air India flight reportedly tested positive for psychoactive substances. This follows a severe turbulence incident that occurred near Odisha. The airline has not confirmed the test results, stating they were not shared. Pilots involved are currently off flying duty pending the ongoing investigation.

Aug 9, 2026

Govt, Meta to hold fresh talks on algorithms and content moderation amid regulatory scrutiny

Govt asks Meta to curb deepfakes, harmful AI content; examines platform's intermediary status

The government has asked Meta to take corrective action against deepfakes and other harmful AI-generated content on its platforms. The Centre is also examining whether Meta's recommendation systems, which determine what content users see and promote, could affect its status as an intermediary under India's Information Technology Act

Aug 8, 2026

FDA Suspends Licences Of Punjab Grill, South India Dosa Corner; 3 Others In Mumbai, Navi Mumbai

FDA Suspends Licences Of Punjab Grill, IIT Bombay Canteen, South India Dosa Corner; 3 Others In Mumbai, Navi Mumbai

The FDA also seized banned gutkha and pan masala worth Rs 20.29 lakh and other food products worth Rs 2.63 crore, taking the total value of seized goods to Rs 2.83 crore.

Aug 8, 2026

'Attack On One, Attack On All': Pakistan, Saudi Arabia & Turkiye Ink Historic Defence Pact Amid Escalating West Asia Conflict

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye signed the "Mecca Joint Defence Agreement" amid escalating tensions in West Asia. The pact states that an armed attack on any one of the three nations will be treated as an attack on all, while boosting defence cooperation. The deal has fuelled speculation over a broader regional security alliance.

Aug 7, 2026

Mithun Chakraborty undergoes minor surgery in Kolkata, Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari visits him in hospital

Adhikari said Chakraborty is recovering well, is likely to be discharged soon, and had requested that the procedure not be publicised. The Chief Minister described him as "an asset of Bengal" and praised his contribution to both cinema and politics.

Aug 7, 2026

Why the Centre Opposes Creamy Layer for SC/ST Reservations: Explained

The government told the Supreme Court of India that the concept of a "creamy layer" cannot be extended for the reservation of the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribes categories. The government argued that the doctrine has consistently been applied to Other Backward Classes (OBCs) only.

Aug 7, 2026

MEA launches official Snapchat channel to strengthen Gen Z outreach

Announcing the launch, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal invited users to follow the ministry on Snapchat for exclusive stories, updates and behind-the-scenes content on India's diplomatic engagements.

Aug 7, 2026

Air India Delhi-Amritsar flight briefly infringes Pakistani airspace, probe ordered

'Saw my sister thrown up in air, blood on man's face': Air India Phuket-Delhi passengers recall horror

Air India confirmed that flight AI2379, operating from Phuket to Delhi on 4 August, experienced a brief in-flight turbulence-related event during cruise, resulting in a momentary change in altitude.

Aug 4, 2026

FSSAI bars Dabur from selling products with alleged misleading claims

The FSSAI directed Dabur India to immediately stop selling certain food products carrying allegedly misleading "100 per cent" claims and submit a compliance report within 15 days. The regulator cited violations of food advertising and organic labelling regulationsIndian politics news

Aug 4, 2026

Udhayanidhi Stalin detained, taken for questioning over remarks against CM Vijay, actor Trisha

DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin was detained by Chennai Police after an FIR was registered over alleged defamatory remarks made during a rally on the Cauvery dispute. The comments, allegedly involving actor Trisha Krishnan and Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, sparked sharp political criticism from the TVK and BJP.

Aug 4, 2026

FSSAI Flags Misleading Age Labels, Added Flavours in Alcoholic Beverages

FSSAI bans Venolex Forte, suspends Matri Drinking Water licence; cracks down on alcohol brands over food safety violations

The government also clarified that FSSAI's action against several alcohol manufacturers relates to the use of flavouring substances that mimic standardised alcoholic beverages and misleading age-related claims, affecting brands including Old Monk, McDowell's, Bagpiper, Antiquity Blue and Royal Challenge.

Aug 3, 2026

Prashant Kishor wins Bankipur bypoll gives Jan Suraaj its maiden victory; BJP accepts public mandate

'Bankipur won't become Bengaluru overnight': Prashant Kishor after big win in Bihar

Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary congratulated Prashant Kishor on his victory in the Bankipur Assembly bypoll, saying the people had chosen Jan Suraaj in the democratic process. He said he respects the public mandate and wished Kishor success.

Aug 3, 2026

Switz Foods' licence suspended by FSSAI: 10 key findings from regulator's inspection

According to FSSAI, the inspection revealed multiple non-conformities that posed a significant risk to food safety. Food products were found to be manufactured, packed and stored under unhygienic conditions, increasing the possibility of contamination.

Aug 2, 2026

'Hurting religious sentiments': Police complaints filed against Rahul Gandhi, Pappu Yadav over Ram Mandir donation theft skit

The complaints, lodged by seers and lawyers in Varanasi, accuse the leaders of insulting Lord Ram, the saint community and Sanatan Dharma. Pappu Yadav had dressed as a monk during the act, which sparked protests by seers, lawyers and Hindu organisations, including the VHP.

Aug 2, 2026

US embassies urge citizens to 'consider departing' Mideast countries amid heightened tensions

The advisory comes as Iran reportedly prepared a broad response plan against possible US-Israeli strikes, while renewed military exchanges involving the US, Iran, Israel, and Yemen's Houthis have heightened fears of wider regional conflict.

Aug 2, 2026

Glasgow restaurant sparks fury after leaving out Northeast from India map on its napkins

An Indian restaurant in Glasgow sparked controversy after boxer Lovlina Borgohain noticed its napkins featured an incomplete map of India, allegedly omitting the North East. "Every part of India is important," she said. BFI President Ajay Singh backed her, claiming Kashmir was also inaccurately depicted, and urged the restaurant to correct the map following India's CWG campaign immediately.

Aug 2, 2026

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Articles by Abhishek Trivedi

CINTAA crisis deepens as 8 elected EC members resign, demand fresh elections; association says panel remains intact

BJP launches 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign in Bengaluru, says 'we need not learn patriotism from Congress'

Karnataka: Kumaraswamy urges NICE toll boycott; Priyank Kharge warns against vigilantism over migrants

Jharkhand agitation: Third round of talks inconclusive; 3 JPSC members resign as students press for CGL cancellation, CBI probe

Air India Pilot Under Scrutiny After Reported Positive Drug Test Following Phuket-Delhi Turbulence

Govt asks Meta to curb deepfakes, harmful AI content; examines platform's intermediary status

FDA Suspends Licences Of Punjab Grill, IIT Bombay Canteen, South India Dosa Corner; 3 Others In Mumbai, Navi Mumbai

'Attack On One, Attack On All': Pakistan, Saudi Arabia & Turkiye Ink Historic Defence Pact Amid Escalating West Asia Conflict

Mithun Chakraborty undergoes minor surgery in Kolkata, Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari visits him in hospital

Why the Centre Opposes Creamy Layer for SC/ST Reservations: Explained

MEA launches official Snapchat channel to strengthen Gen Z outreach

'Saw my sister thrown up in air, blood on man's face': Air India Phuket-Delhi passengers recall horror

FSSAI bars Dabur from selling products with alleged misleading claims

Udhayanidhi Stalin detained, taken for questioning over remarks against CM Vijay, actor Trisha

FSSAI bans Venolex Forte, suspends Matri Drinking Water licence; cracks down on alcohol brands over food safety violations

'Bankipur won't become Bengaluru overnight': Prashant Kishor after big win in Bihar

Switz Foods' licence suspended by FSSAI: 10 key findings from regulator's inspection

'Hurting religious sentiments': Police complaints filed against Rahul Gandhi, Pappu Yadav over Ram Mandir donation theft skit

US embassies urge citizens to 'consider departing' Mideast countries amid heightened tensions

Glasgow restaurant sparks fury after leaving out Northeast from India map on its napkins

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh

Ranbir Kapoor's fans burst crackers inside theatres during Animal screening; fans say 'low budget Salman Khan' fans'