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Holds bilateral with Lavrov in Moscow, vows to boost ties
Despite passing 12 bills, Opposition protests mar monsoon session
The Supreme Court questioned if Governors' inaction on state bills renders legislatures defunct. It scrutinized the courts' role when Governors indefinitely delay assent, potentially undermining elected bodies. The court emphasized the need for Governors to act on bills 'as soon as possible' under Article 200.
Manpreet Singh Chadha, seeking to remove past media reports on a 2019 property fraud case, sued several media outlets and tech platforms. He argues the reports, despite his acquittal, damage his reputation and infringe on his 'right to be forgotten.' The Delhi High Court is examining the enforceability of this right and the suit's timeliness.
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Nikki Haley urges the US to prioritize repairing strained ties with India. She believes India, a key democratic partner, is crucial for countering China and shifting supply chains. She criticizes tariffs on Indian goods and emphasizes India's strategic importance.
The Chinese Ambassador to India accused the US of bullying through tariffs. China supports India against US tariffs and advocates for fair global trade and a multipolar world. He also encouraged increased bilateral trade and strategic trust between China and India.
India informed Parliament it has told the international community, including China, that Pakistan, as the source of terrorism, cannot be equated with India. This message was reinforced after terror attacks and through all-party delegations. India highlights its strengths to counter terrorism effectively.
The Supreme Court will rule Friday on petitions against its August 11 order to relocate stray dogs in Delhi-NCR to shelters. A three-judge bench previously noted authorities' inaction as a core issue. A separate plea challenging an MCD notification was denied urgent listing, as the larger bench's order is pending.
Prime Minister Modi and French President Macron discussed peaceful resolutions for the conflicts in Ukraine and West Asia. Modi described the conversation as positive and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the India-France strategic partnership.
India stated it will not interfere in the Tibetan community's religious practices regarding the Dalai Lama's successor. The government upholds freedom of religion and has conveyed this position to China, which seeks involvement in the selection process. The Dalai Lama's office asserts sole authority over the reincarnation process.
Former Supreme Court judge B. Sudarshan Reddy, supported by top opposition leaders, filed his nomination for Vice-President. He emphasized upholding parliamentary democracy and pledged impartiality. Reddy, backed by 160 MPs, faces the NDA's CP Radhakrishnan and met with Arvind Kejriwal for support.
The MEA stated USAID did not fund voter turnout in India between 2014-2024, citing a US Embassy communication. This followed a DOGE post about canceled CEPPS funding, including a $21 million India allocation. USAID will close operations in India by August 15, ending partnership agreements.
To flag off new metro services in Kolkata
Jakhar dares CM Mann as AAP alleges misuse of data
Following setbacks, Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) is fundraising in Pakistan, disguised as mosque construction, using digital wallets controlled by Masood Azhar's family. This aims to secure operational funds, decentralize infrastructure, and provide safe houses, potentially with ISI support.
ISRO's Gaganyaan program's uncrewed mission (G1) with Vyommitra the humanoid robot is set for December. Over 7,700 ground tests are complete, with 2,300 more planned by March 2026. Insights from Group Captain Shukla's ISS mission will aid Gaganyaan. The program is a major step towards human spaceflight.
The incident takes place under the Sarsawa police station limits
He had earlier represented the BJP in Parliament
It’s impossible for husband and wife to say they don't want to be dependent on each other in a marriage, says a Bench led by Justice BV Nagarathna
The juvenile was detained and an attempt to murder case was registered against him
In his address at an event here, Feihong says the tariff and trade ‘wars’ are disrupting the global economic and trade system
The incident occurs at Medley Pharma located in the industrial area of Boisar
Group Captain Prasanth B Nair, who trained alongside Shukla, described the experience as a reminder of India’s growing stature in the global space community
The latest UK government statistics also revealed that 111,000 persons had claimed asylum in the UK in the year ending in June 2025, the highest figure since comparable records began in 1979
The government on Thursday told the Parliament that it had categorically conveyed to the international community, including China, that Pakistan, as the perpetrator of terrorism, could not be equated with India, the victim of cross-border terrorism
The meeting comes hours after Jaishankar holds wide-ranging talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov
Macron was among the European leaders who accompanied Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during his talks with US President Donald Trump this week
As in the 1967 and 1977 election, Tamil Nadu politics will see major political change in 2026, said actor-politician Vijay
The case, which was initially framed as a sexual assault, was later found out to be a conspiracy created by separatists in connivance with others at the behest of their handlers across the border
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