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Across the supplied reports, Days after the protest, a sitting BJP MP dismissed the students as a "gutter generation", and when she turned to the young women among them specifically, she added that they weren't good at studies either – as if that settled the matter of whether they had any standing to ask for something in the first place. Narottam Mishra represented the Datia constituency for three terms after first winning it in 2008. This victory could see Kishor emerge as the BJP’s main opponent in Bihar, observers say.

In India, a group of ex-Delhi Police personnel and Congress MPs have planned a protest at Jantar Mantar to express solidarity with police officers injured during student protests over the NEET paper leak issue. The protest comes as Congress members submitted notices in both houses of Parliament demanding an urgent discussion on the alleged use of force against students. The Delhi Police association claims the demonstration is intended to boost morale among its personnel, while Congress MPs have submitted notices for a discussion on police action during student protests.

Across the supplied reports, Traditional craft, global reach: India’s GI ecosystem gathers momentum India summons Meta global team after Modi post row

Across the supplied reports, Roberto Mancini returns as Italy coach after World Cup failures Zaheer Abbas, the former Pakistan captain, has thrown his weight behind Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma for the upcoming 2027 ODI World Cup. He emphasises that their vast experience and skills are crucial for India’s success. Abbas argues that fitness and scoring abilities should outweigh any concerns about age. Rohit’s recent impressive century against England has particularly strengthened his support for both senior players.

Across the supplied reports, Delhi Police earlier directed multiple social media platforms to remove posts and videos containing offensive and abusive remarks against PM Modi. RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav claimed, “Growing unpopularity in the wake of brutal repression of protestors has led the Bihar government to order withdrawal of cases against the demonstrators and the release of those arrested in this connection.”

Across the supplied reports, What was happening for the last 12 years must have made a deep impact on the people’s psyche. A large section of the population took it as fait accompli. But then came the irreverent youth. Prashant Kishor says there will be visible change in Bankipur in 2-3 months Prashant Kishor, in his first election as founder of the Jan Suraaj Party, defeated BJP candidate Neeraj Kumar, winning the Bankipur assembly seat by over 19,000 votes.

Across the supplied reports, Kiren Rijiju said that Priyanka Gandhi comments amount to “character assassination” of Pralhad and urged the House to expunge her statement from the record. Rajya Sabha proceedings were on Tuesday adjourned without conducting any business in the pre-lunch session following an uproar after opposition parties alleged police brutality against students protesting the NEET paper leak in the national capital. Opposition MPs, particularly those belonging to the Left parties, demanded that Home Minister Amit Shah come to the House and make a statement on th

The Indian government has directed that no sugar dealer should hold stock for more than 30 days and imposed a stock limit of 4,000 quintals as part of efforts to control prices. The order will come into effect from August 1, 2026, and remain in force until November 30, 2026.

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Heavy rain caused flooding and landslides in several parts of Kerala, displacing thousands of people. At least 15 people have been killed, according to Chief Minister VD Satheesan. The deluge has forced authorities to close many schools and postpone a state-level teacher recruitment exam. An orange alert was declared in several districts, while a yellow alert was declared in the state capital.

Across the supplied reports, The BJP on Tuesday accused the Congress-led Kerala government of double standards, alleging that it has filed cases against nearly 5,000 youth who participated in protests against the alleged NEET paper leak. The attack came after Leader of Opposition in Kerala Pinarayi Vijayan on Tuesday wrote to Chief Minister V D Satheesan urging the state government to unconditionally withdraw all cases regi Amendments under debate in Lok Sabha places two-month cap on probes for paper leaks and gives fast-track courts statutory backing.

Across the supplied reports, Customs officers at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport here seized three capsules suspected to contain 744 grams of gold after intercepting a man who came from Jakarta and admitted to having swallowed them. The passenger, who arrived here on Monday, was intercepted after crossing the Green Channel on the basis of Advance Passenger Information System (APIS) profiling, according to an of Riot police, Rapid Action Force (RAF), baton-charged, teargassed student protesters in New Delhi on July 20 as they tried to march to Parliament, escalating a protest over irregularities in major examinations.

Across the supplied reports, The Parliamentary panel chief cited data on views garnered by accounts to highlight the gap between the 'anti-establishment' content and the mainstream parties. Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 Highlights: The 'Mangal Milan' meeting is virtually the rebranded weekly NDA parliamentary party strategy session held to foster constructive debate and seamless alliance alignment.

Across the supplied reports, Uttar Pradesh BJP MLA Rajeshwar Singh has proposed creation of a youth advisory council at the state and the national level to enable the new generation, especially the Gen Zs, to become an integral part of policymaking in specific subjects of education, AI, competitive exams and startups among others. The four-page letter by the Singh, a former Enforcement Directorate officer, was sent to UP Ch Cockroach Janta Party supporters celebrate after the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over National Eligibility cum Entrance Test examination paper leaks, at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, India July 25, 2026. — ReutersCourt orders protesters' digital, personal data... India’s latest youth protests began after examination papers were leaked. They could ultimately be seen as a referendum on the country’s development model. The immediate trigger was the

Udhayanidhi Stalin, a DMK leader, was detained by Tamil Nadu Police from his Chennai residence following an FIR against him over his alleged 'derogatory' remarks against Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay and actor Trisha Krishnan. The Madras High Court has asked the police to release Stalin on bail. BJP and TVK accused Stalin of making a derogatory double entendre, while DMK called the case politically motivated.

Across the supplied reports, Union Minister of State Nityanand Rai said that the Centre was committed to ensuring that every child born in the country was registered and that every death was recorded so that deceased persons did not continue as “ghost voters” benefiting parties pursuing “appeasement politics” Parliament on Tuesday passed the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, sending registrations delayed 2+ years to a judicial magistrate.

Across the supplied reports, Today Delhi-NCR Weather LIVE: The IMD has advised residents in all affected districts to remain vigilant IMD has forecast isolated spells of extremely heavy rainfall in parts of Assam, Meghalaya and sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim.

Across the supplied reports, Abu Taher Khan said they are from Murshidabad, West Bengal’s Muslim-majority district, and have to protect the interests of Muslims Udhayanidhi Stalin, arrested for remarks regarding actress Trisha, will be released on station bail after police questioning. The Tamil Nadu government has clarified it does not intend to remand him.

Across the supplied reports, Ten passengers and four crew were taken for medical checks after AI2379's sudden and brief drop. The weather it flew through may explain why India distances itself from Hasina’s Delhi event Air India flight landed safely in Delhi On 4 August, an Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi faced turbulence, resulting in injuries to about 14 individuals.

Across the supplied reports, Lok Sabha proceedings adjourned for the day after passing Appropriation Bill Sitharaman to introduce Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill in Lok Sabha