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'Deplorable hostel conditions, scholarship delays for marginalised students', Rahul Gandhi's letter to PM

Rooted in scientific reasoning: LoP Rahul Gandhi welcomes modified SC order on stray dogs

On August 12, he wrote on X, "The SC's directive to remove all stray dogs from Delhi-NCR is a step back from decades of humane, science-backed policy. These voiceless souls are not 'problems' to be erased. Shelters, sterilisation, vaccination, and community care can keep streets safe -- without cruelty. Blanket removals are cruel, shortsighted, and strip us of compassion." Aug 22, 2025
'By August 1, most trade deals will be completed': Donald Trump

US court throws out 500 million USD penalty against Trump

New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a lawsuit in 2022, accusing Trump and his company of overstating the value of his properties and other assets to obtain favorable bank loans or insurance terms, Xinhua news agency reported. Aug 22, 2025
Major gambling racket busted in Delhi's Vasant Vihar, 12 arrested

Major gambling racket busted in Delhi's Vasant Vihar, 12 arrested

According to an official Press release issued by the South West District Police on Friday, "The joint team of Special Staff and PS Vasant Vihar, South West District has busted a large-scale illegal gambling racket... arresting 12 gamblers, including the mastermind Harish @ Kranti. With their arrest, a total stake money of Rs. 15,32,500 along with 13 packets of premium playing cards, 10 dice & one leather box were recovered." Aug 22, 2025
Delhi CM attack: Police detain Rajesh Khimji's friend who transferred money

Delhi CM attack: Police detain Rajesh Khimji's friend who transferred money

In the clips, he is seen roaming in and out of her Shalimar Bagh residence for 11 minutes. The footage, dated August 19, shows Rajesh arriving at the CM's private residence on a cycle rickshaw, recording videos of the area, and entering the premises. He was seen going in and out of the house for at least 11 minutes, apparently conducting a recce. Later, staff at the residence gave him a slip with details of the Chief Minister's official Civil Lines residence and the timings of the Jan Sunvai programme. Aug 22, 2025
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Attacked: Security Tightened

CM Rekha Gupta's attacker recced Shalimar Bagh residence for 11 minutes, CCTV video emerges

In the aftermath of the shocking attack, security at the Chief Minister's Civil Lines residence has been significantly heightened. CM Gupta has now been granted 'Z category' security, and a team of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel has been deployed for her protection. The police further revealed that Rajesh has a criminal history, with five cases registered against him at Bhaktinagar Police Station in Rajkot. Aug 21, 2025
8th Pay Commission: Key Discussions on Salary Hike

8th Pay Commission: Key discussions on salary hike soon

Under the existing 7th Pay Commission, the earning husband is counted as one unit, the wife as 0.8 units, and each child as 0.6 units. The proposed model aims to address the financial needs of families more comprehensively. Aug 21, 2025
Air India flight returns to Jaipur, minutes after take-off due to suspected technical snag

Indian airlines report heavy losses in FY25; Air India, Air India Express worst hit

By contrast, IndiGo, the country's largest airline, reported a pre-tax profit of Rs 7,587.5 crore during the year -- highlighting its continued dominance in the domestic market. The provisional data also revealed the mounting debt levels of Indian carriers. Air India's debt stood at Rs 26,879.6 crore, while IndiGo's debt was much higher at Rs 67,088.4 crore. Aug 21, 2025
Karnataka crowd control bill sent to House Committee after BJP opposition

Karnataka crowd control bill sent to House Committee after BJP opposition

Speaker U.T. Khader announced in the Assembly that a legislative House Committee will be formed to examine the Karnataka Crowd Control (Managing Crowd at Events and Places of Gathering) Bill, 2025, after Home Minister G. Parameshwara agreed to the BJP's strong demand in this regard. Aug 21, 2025
HAL confirms Rs 62,000-crore mega order for Tejas fighter jets; shares up

HAL confirms Rs 62,000-crore mega order for Tejas fighter jets; shares up

"We would like to inform that, as communicated by the Ministry of Defence, Cabinet Committee of Security (CCS) on August 19, 2025 has approved the proposal for procurement of 97 Light Combat Aircraft Mk-1A along with associated equipment by the Ministry of Defence, for Indian Air Force from the Company," HAL said in an exchange filing on the NSE. Aug 21, 2025
Pakistan in deep economic crisis with 44.7 pc population below poverty line

Pakistan in deep economic crisis with 44.7 pc population below poverty line

According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, during the fiscal year 2022-2023, the country recorded an 11.38 per cent drop in per capita income, falling from $1,766 in 2022 to $1,568 in 2023. This decline coincided with a sharp contraction in the overall economy, which shrank by $33.4 billion, from $375 billion to $341.6 billion. Aug 21, 2025
Decks cleared for IIM Guwahati as LS clears IIM Amendment Bill without discussion

Monsoon session: Lok Sabha adjourned sine-die, 14 bills introduced 12 passed

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived at 12.04 p.m. to participate in the concluding proceedings.In his valedictory remarks, Speaker Om Birla expressed grave concern over the conduct of certain members, citing the use of placards and slogans couched in unparliamentary language. Aug 21, 2025
Elon Musk

Musk faces lawsuit for allegedly duping voters over $1 million election lottery

McAferty alleged that Musk and America PAC encouraged voters in seven battleground states to sign his petition by promising a random selection of $1 million recipients, similar to a lottery, despite the voters having no chance of actually winning the money. Voters who signed were required to provide names, addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers, she said. Aug 21, 2025
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