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SC seeks Speaker response to UBT plea against MPs' merger with Sena

SC acquits blast accused in jail for 23 years

Says He Was Wrongfully Convicted

As of July, 11.4% of 7.99 lakh Waqf claims rejected after uploading on central portal

Minority affairs minister Kiren Rijiju shared waqf property data in Parliament. As of July 17, over 6.17 lakh waqf properties were validated and approved. A total of 91,253 properties were rejected during the verification process. Another 91,623 waqf properties are currently pending uploading on the portal. The UMEED Central Portal-2025 facilitates the management of waqf property lifecycles.

Complaint filed in NHRC over police ‘brutality’ on protesters at Jantar Mantar

'Bail by HCs shouldn't be challenged in SC': CJI-led bench rejects appeal by Chhattisgarh government

Parliament washout again; govt reaches out to opposition to end impasse

Curbs on foreign funding not uniquely Indian, says govt, cites laws elsewhere ahead of bill to tweak FCRA

The government staunchly supported the amendments to the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA), arguing that unregulated foreign money poses a threat to democratic integrity. They clarified that the act does not prohibit NGOs from accessing foreign funds, particularly for faith-based initiatives. The restrictions on foreign nationals in crucial positions ensure that all contributions align with verified Indian governance.

Sharad Pawar meets PM Modi, timing fuels buzz of delimit bill talk

Terrorist kill J&K cop in Anantnag market, first strike since Pahalgam attack

A J&K police head constable was killed by a terrorist in Anantnag's busy market. The attack occurred during the ongoing Amarnath Yatra, which has faced disruptions. Security forces have launched a search and detained several individuals for questioning. This incident marks the first attack in Kashmir since a previous massacre. Officials condemned the act, vowing that it would not go unpunished.

Couple dead, 4 hurt as boulder falls on tempo on Jammu-Srinagar NH in Ramban

A massive boulder struck a tempo on the Jammu-Srinagar highway, killing two people and injuring four others. Meanwhile, officials narrowly escaped separate landslides on the Jammu-Poonch highway. Vehicular movement on the Jammu-Srinagar highway was suspended due to multiple landslides. Relentless rainfall battered the Jammu region, triggering further mudslides and shooting stones. All major pilgrimages have remained suspended in Jammu and Kashmir since July 19.

Terrorist handler arrested in J&K’s Kishtwar

Quad seeks free & open Indo-Pacific, pushes back against Chinese assertiveness

Jaishankar flags need for fair trade, supply chain reliability in meeting with Wang Yi

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Manila. They discussed fair market access and trade balance, and supply chain reliability. Border peace and tranquility remain a prerequisite for normal bilateral ties between the two nations. India welcomed recent measures to normalize Sino-Indian relations and direct flights. Both sides engaged to ensure border peace since October 2024.

Soldier slips to death in J&K’s Rajouri

Drone-assisted cross-border drug smuggling surges since 2021, Punjab worst hit: Government

Drone-assisted drug trafficking across borders has risen significantly since 2021. Punjab is the most affected state, reporting 298 incidents last year. Authorities seized nearly 460 kg of narcotics, including substantial heroin amounts. Trafficking syndicates now use drones and GPS for infiltration. These groups also employ encrypted communications and local receiver networks.

6.7 crore saplings planted by CAPFs in last 5 years: MHA tells Parliament

37,164 killed on 6,358 ‘black corridors’ of NHs in 3 yrs: Road ministry

58% of IRCTC booking requests were automated, access denied: Railways

Punjab's 'Business Class' programme helps over 20k student-led ventures garner Rs 90 cr revenue

Keep students focused on studies, away from protest calls: AIU to varsities

The Association of Indian Universities asked institutions to counsel students against missing classes for protests. Prolonged agitations come at a considerable cost to students' own academic studies. The AIU acknowledged student concerns but stressed the disruption caused by extended demonstrations. Students should focus on academics and trust government efforts to strengthen examination systems. University heads must engage students and keep campuses calm and focused on studies.