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'We stand with students; those behind the leak racket are jailed': PM Modi as CJP protests over NEET paper leak intensify

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said preventing paper leaks is a national responsibility requiring cooperation beyond political considerations, as CJP-led protests intensified over alleged NEET irregularities.

Jul 21, 2026

Ultra-Marathoner Sufiya Sufi Nears Sixth Guinness World Record, Reaches Kashmir During 5,000-km 'Run for Dreams'

India's celebrated ultra-marathon runner Sufiya Sufi has reached Kashmir during her 5,000-km 'Run for Dreams' from Kanyakumari to Karakoram, dedicated to the Indian Armed Forces. The endurance challenge aims to earn her a sixth Guinness World Record while promoting fitness, women's empowerment, patriotism, and national unity.

Jul 20, 2026

'I'm Here Only To Support The Students': Poonam Pandey Joins CJP Protest At Jantar Mantar, Urges People Not To Politicise Students' Issue

Poonam Pandey joined the protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, saying she was there "only and only to support the students." Urging people not to politicise or communalise the issue, she appealed to keep the focus on students and the reported deaths linked to the alleged NEET controversy

Jul 19, 2026

'Modi, what is Dharmendra Pradhan to you?': Abhijeet Dipke demands PM Modi's resignation; CJP member says, 'Enough, don't speak so disrespectfully'

CJP founder Abhijit Dipke began an indefinite hunger strike after activist Sonam Wangchuk was shifted to Safdarjung Hospital on the 21st day of his fast. Dipke alleged police assault and detention during a crackdown at Jantar Mantar.

Jul 18, 2026

#IStandWithSonamWangchuk trends on Intagram; Sonam Wangchuk Says, 'I Will Stay Alive Till July 20 at Any Cost'

Despite concerns over his deteriorating health, Wangchuk vowed to stay alive "till July 20 at any cost" so he can lead the planned Parliament march. Doctors continue to monitor his condition closely as supporters, public figures and politicians urge the government to respond to his demands

Jul 17, 2026

Karnataka doctor found dead in Dharwad apartment, wife questioned after son discovered with stab injuries

Police were alerted by neighbours and entered the Ranka Stello Apartments on Karnataka University Road of Dharwad, which lies 435 km from capital Bengaluru. They found Dr Honannavar with fatal stab wounds to the neck.

Jul 17, 2026

Cybersecurity Breach at Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant Exposes Sensitive Contractor Files on Dark Web

A ransomware group, World Leaks, has allegedly leaked nearly 19,000 files linked to the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant on the dark web. While reactor operations were not affected, experts warn the stolen contractor data could expose supply-chain vulnerabilities and increase the risk of future cyberattacks.

Jul 17, 2026

'Dimple Kapadia' or Dimple Yadav? CPJ Announcer Mistakenly Calls SP MP 'Dimple Kapadia', Crowd Bursts Into Laughter

Before the announcer could finish the sentence, the crowd shouted at him, making him realise his mistake. He promptly corrected the name to Dimple Yadav and apologised for the error

Jul 17, 2026

Monsoon Session 2026: Rajya Sabha to Introduce Supreme Court, Income Tax and MSME Reform Bills

The Rajya Sabha's Monsoon Session, beginning July 20, will focus on judicial reforms, taxation, and MSME development, with five new Bills slated for introduction. Key proposals include increasing the Supreme Court's sanctioned strength from 33 to 37 judges.

Jul 16, 2026

Sonakshi Sinha, Samay Raina and Shweta Tiwari support Sonam Wangchuk; Delhi HC orders daily medical monitoring

Reacting to Sonam Wangchuk's 19-day hunger strike, actress Sonakshi Sinha posted a video on Instagram expressing concern over the continued silence. She said Wangchuk was fighting for future generations and a better system, insisting she was speaking out for the country's welfare

Jul 16, 2026

'Make Sonam Wangchuk education minister': Arvind Kejriwal joins Jantar Mantar protest, demands Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation

Arvind Kejriwal made the remarks on Thursday while visiting Sonam Wangchuk at Jantar Mantar, where the latter is leading a protest over alleged irregularities in national examinations, particularly the NEET medical entrance test.

Jul 16, 2026

Jagannath Rath Yatra 2026: Dharmendra Pradhan Seeks Shankaracharya's Blessings Amid Sonam Wangchuk's Hunger Strike

Amid Sonam Wangchuk's ongoing hunger strike demanding his resignation over the alleged NEET paper leak, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan visited Govardhana Peeth in Puri and sought the blessings of the Shankaracharya.

Jul 16, 2026

Jammu Youth Stops Own Funeral After Family Mistakenly Declares Him Dead

In a bizarre case of mistaken identity, a 22-year-old youth from Jammu's Sohanjana village stunned his family by calling home just as they were preparing his last rites after wrongly identifying another man's body as his. The extraordinary incident has raised serious questions over the identification process, while the identity of the actual deceased remains unknown.

Jul 16, 2026

Noida blaze: 22-year-old girl among two killed, building owner detained

Dramatic videos from Noida's deadly Mamura building fire show residents escaping via a makeshift bamboo ladder to a neighbouring building as others helped them to safety.

Jul 15, 2026

Delhi HC orders fresh tender for passport, visa outsourcing at four Indian Missions

The Delhi High Court has ordered the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) to issue fresh tenders for outsourcing Consular, Passport and Visa (CPV) services at Indian Missions in Abu Dhabi, Kuwait, Singapore and Canberra, after finding the technical evaluation process arbitrary, irrational and lacking transparency.

Jul 15, 2026

Passport issued to regulate departure of Indian citizens, not determine citizenship: MEA

The passport is a document issued by the government to "regulate the departure" of Indian citizens from the country and is issued after due verification, the external affairs ministry said on Tuesday against the backdrop of a debate whether passports can be used to verify citizenship.

Jul 15, 2026

'False, Baseless': Piyush Goyal Refutes Report On India 'Holding Out' US trade Deal

He confirmed that negotiations with USTR Jamieson Greer are progressing smoothly, with both sides committed to a balanced, commercially meaningful agreement benefiting businesses, farmers, workers, and consumers

Jul 13, 2026

Supreme Court stays Madras HC's cow slaughter ban order in win for Vijay's Tamil Nadu government

The Supreme Court on Monday stayed a Madras High Court order that imposed a state-wide ban on the slaughter of cows and calves in Tamil Nadu after chief minister Vijay's TVK government approached the top court.

Jul 13, 2026

National Flag at Rashtrapati Bhavan flown at half-mast as India observes mourning for former Qatar Emir

In a poignant reflection of deep respect and shared grief, the national flag atop the majestic Rashtrapati Bhavan is flying at half-mast today as India observes a one-day national mourning following the passing of Qatar's former Emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani.

Jul 13, 2026

VIDEO Of Rudrabhishek Inside Train Goes Viral, Railways Says ₹3 Lakh Chartered Coach Was Legally Booked

Northern Railway clarified that the viral video of a Rudrabhishek inside a train was recorded in a privately booked saloon coach attached to Paschim Express. Officials said the coach was commercially booked through IRCTC for ₹3,08,580 and confirmed no one was injured

Jul 13, 2026