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NEET deadlock washes out 4th straight day of Parliament monsoon session - key highlights

Parliament remained deadlocked for a fourth straight day over the NEET paper leak controversy. Opposition MPs demanded the education minister's resignation, while the government offered immediate debate. Both Houses witnessed repeated disruptions and counter-protests outside Parliament. Meetings with the Speaker failed to break the ongoing impasse between the parties. Substantive legislative business could not be conducted as the deadlock persisted.

Offline maps, LoRa devices and tear gas hacks: Jantar Mantar protest survival tips trend online

Protesters are sharing survival tips online for demonstrations. Social media offers advice on internet shutdowns and police encounters. Demonstrators download offline maps and use Bluetooth messaging apps. They also carry remedies for tear gas exposure and makeshift protective gear. This trend shows protesters relying on crowdsourced information for practical guidance.

30,000-ft health scare: British Airways launches probe after 3 pilots suffer food poisoning on Hyderabad-London flight

Mamata passes Martyrs' Day street test; marathon begins now

The July 21 rally showed that Mamata Banerjee remains the dominant force within a fractured Trinamool. But rebuilding a party stripped of power, organisation and many of its familiar faces will require more than one afternoon of defiance. Experts weigh in on what's the path forward for Mamata Banerjee and TMC.

'Jantar Mantar not the place for you': BJP's Nishikant Dubey urges protesting students to focus on studies

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey asked protesting students to return to their studies for future success. He emphasized education over agitation for achieving career aspirations in medicine and civil services. Dubey advocated for a stringent law against examination paper leaks in Parliament. He suggested that this new law could even include the death penalty for offenders. The government is committed to ensuring the harshest punishment for those arrested.

Parliament standoff: Government reaches out to opposition for NEET debate, urges talks without preconditions

The government is engaging opposition leaders to resolve the Parliament deadlock over the NEET paper leak. Discussions aim to end disruptions which have stalled proceedings since the Monsoon session began. The Centre is ready for debate without preconditions, including minister's resignation. A meeting of floor leaders is likely soon to build consensus for the discussion. This outreach follows repeated adjournments due to protests on examination irregularities.

Water cannon, tug of war and a stolen gate: Patna NEET protest goes viral

'Sent four formal proposals': MoS Jitendra Singh invites protesters for talks at JP Nadda's place

‘You take credit for Mars, now take responsibility': Priyanka Gandhi targets PM Modi over student protests, police action

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding student protests and police actions. She questioned the government's handling of demonstrations and alleged police brutality against students. The Prime Minister announced fast-track courts for paper leak cases amid ongoing parliamentary protests. Opposition MPs demanded the Education Minister's resignation while BJP leaders called for debate. Tensions briefly escalated between rival party members outside Parliament.

India's dying rivers: How our cities are choking their lifelines

India's expanding cities are encroaching upon rivers, reducing their width and flow. Many rivers now carry more sewage than freshwater, impacting ecosystems and communities. Efforts to clean these waterways face challenges from ongoing pollution and development pressures. The Brahmaputra river faces erosion, while the Ganga struggles with industrial and ritual waste. Protecting river floodplains and managing sewage are crucial for their survival.

'Considerable time:' Private airport operators flag BCAS clearance delays with Govt

Private airport operators are flagging significant delays in project implementation. Security vetting approvals from BCAS are taking an unacceptably long time. These delays impact operational efficiencies and passenger convenience at major airports. The Association of Private Airport Operators has requested faster processing timelines. They seek to ensure timely capacity enhancements and improved passenger facilitation.

9 Indian fishermen held by Sri Lankan navy for alleged illegal fishing

'Found no evidence': CBI gives clean chit to kingpin Sanjeev Mukhiya in NEET-UG 2024 paper leak case

Dhaka appointment of press officer could lead to another flashpoint in ties

'Stringent action against guilty': Amit Shah breaks silence on NEET leak, backs fast-track courts

'Hamesha der kar deta hoon...': Shashi Tharoor's quotes Urdu poet Munir Niazi to target PM Modi's paper leak response

Shashi Tharoor used a poetic couplet to criticize the government's paper leak response. Prime Minister Modi announced fast-track courts for swift punishment for offenders. This action plan aims to safeguard the future and welfare of the nation's youth. The Congress party has described the Centre's response as significantly delayed. Protests continue at Jantar Mantar and a hunger strike enters its twenty-sixth day.

'Bite incidents every day': Delhi HC takes up stray dog issue, launches suo motu PIL

The Delhi High Court has started a suo motu public interest litigation to monitor stray dog management. Notices were issued to the Delhi government and Municipal Corporation of Delhi. Authorities must submit a status report detailing steps taken by July thirty-first. The court expressed concern over the increasing stray dog population in the city. This action follows Supreme Court directions for all High Courts to oversee compliance.

Honeymoon murder case: SC cancels Sonam Raghuvanshi's bail, orders her to surrender in two weeks