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After hours of heated debate, anti-paper leak Bill gets Lok Sabha nod

The Lok Sabha has passed the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, to strengthen the 2024 law against paper leaks, organised exam fraud and other unfair practices, aiming to ensure fair and transparent public examinations.

18 days ago

Govt using SC order to avoid assurances on FIRs: CJP warns of fresh protests

CJP spokesperson Saurav Das claimed the government had earlier assured that no new FIRs would be filed and existing cases would be withdrawn, but is now citing the matter as sub judice. The organisation warned of fresh protests if the assurances are not fulfilled and alleged that protesters continue to face harassment in several states

18 days ago

Free navigation, commerce in global waters must be restored: India condemns Hormuz, Bab al-Mandab ship attacks

Addressing the UN Security Council, India's Permanent Representative P. Harish said attacks on civilian vessels and infrastructure must end, highlighting recent incidents involving ships with Indian crew members that left one Indian dead, one missing and several injured.

18 days ago

Aamir Khan threat case: Sweden-based VPN used to send viral audio message

The audio accused Aamir of promoting "love jihad" and threatened to "teach him a lesson." Police have not yet registered an FIR. The investigation follows earlier alleged threats made through a Facebook post and voice note after Aamir's recent marriage to Gauri Spratt.

18 days ago

Hormuz, Red Sea disruptions may impact profitability of Indian exporters and importers: Report

Brent crude oil peaked at $115 per barrel in May 2026 following disruptions in the Hormuz, while simultaneous disruptions in both chokepoints could push prices to $130–135 per barrel, fuelling inflation and disrupting energy supplies, according to the report by CareEdge Ratings.

18 days ago

MSME Amendment Bill 2026 Introduced In Rajya Sabha To Ensure Faster Payments, Liquidity Support For Small Businesses

The Bill proposes faster dispute resolution, recovery of settlements as arrears of land revenue, mandatory TReDS use by central PSUs, digital MSME registration and graded penalties for violations.

18 days ago

13 Indian seafarers stranded near Ukraine amid Black Sea attacks: Seamen union

The appeal comes after a series of deadly attacks on merchant vessels in the Black Sea, in which at least five Indian seafarers were killed and two others remain missing. India has lodged strong protests with both Russia and Ukraine, calling for the protection of civilian shipping and seafarers operating in the conflict zone.

18 days ago

Guru Purnima: 10 Signs That Reveal the True Meaning of the Guru-Shishya Tradition

Guru Purnima is a celebration of this sacred bond. It is also an opportunity for every seeker to reflect on their own journey of growth. Here are ten insights that explain the true meaning of the Guru-Shishya tradition.

18 days ago

Meta's explanation 'not reasonable,' says govt after PM Modi Facebook video removal

The Centre has summoned Meta President of Global Affairs Joel Kaplan and Instagram chief Adam Mosseri over concerns regarding the company's compliance with India's IT Rules and the handling of AI-generated content. The move follows the temporary removal of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Facebook video

19 days ago

CBI files chargesheet against 13 accused in NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case

The chargesheet has been filed before the Rouse Avenue Court and will be placed on Wednesday before the specially designated Fast Track Court constituted to exclusively hear paper leak cases.

19 days ago

Trump holds talks on Iran, Ukraine

"President Trump has concluded his meetings in the Oval Office with President Zelensky and Prime Minister Netanyahu. Both meetings were positive and productive!" White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said on X.

19 days ago

Bombay High Court issues notice to ED after Raj Kundra challenges PMLA court cognizance in alleged bitcoin case

The ED alleges Kundra received 285 Bitcoins linked to proceeds of crime for a failed bitcoin mining project in Ukraine and failed to account for the cryptocurrency or disclose wallet details. The High Court has sought the ED's response and scheduled the next hearing for August 6, 2026.

19 days ago

Woman Hangs Herself From Balcony After Having An Argument Over 'Lock Upp' Show, Neighbour's Heroic Intervention Saves Her

According to a report in Aaj Tak, the argument between the woman (Garima) and her roommate, Mohit, was about the ongoing reality show Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa. The two reportedly had different opinions about a situation in the show.

19 days ago

Bombay HC to hear Gadkari's plea against Meta and others over ethanol-linked deepfake posts on Aug. 5

Justice Arif Doctor directed Gadkari's advocate to serve copies of the suit on all the respondents, including Meta Platforms, X Corp, Google LLC and unknown persons. The matter was deferred after counsel appearing for Google informed the court that they had not yet been served with the suit papers.

19 days ago

7,000+ Students Test HIV Positive; Karnataka Mandates HIV Camps in Colleges

According to a report by the National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO), Karnataka has the third-highest number of people living with HIV in the country. The state currently has 260,000 people living with HIV, of whom only 205,000 are receiving treatment.

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