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Police faced criticism for inaction during the recent 'Sandad Chalo' march. Intelligence reports provided advance warning of the large demonstrator build-up. Officers reported a lack of clear orders during the crucial initial hour. This hesitation allowed crowds to breach key security perimeters and reach Parliament. Similar administrative hesitations occurred during past protests at Red Fort and India Gate.

Canada has joined the Global Combat Air Programme as an observer nation. This move allows privileged access to the UK, Italy, and Japan-led initiative. The program aims to develop a sixth-generation stealth fighter jet by 2035. Canada's participation diversifies its defense partnerships beyond the United States. This inclusion marks the program's first expansion since its 2022 launch.

From only about 200-300 people early in the morning, crowd swells to thousands by evening; many first-timers say ‘brutal’ police action made them join the protest site

The Karnataka government has constituted a 11-member Special Investigation Team led by Bengaluru Regional Commissioner Amlan Aditya Biswas to probe the alleged grabbing of government land by the Art of Living ashram and its affiliate organisations on the outskirts of Bengaluru

The police bid to round up some protesters leads to heated exchanges. The protesters shout slogans against the police and in support of the Youth Congress

The proceedings stand vitiated by the denial of effective legal representation and other procedural lapses that undermined the constitutional guarantee of a fair trial, the apex court says

Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan accused Rahul Gandhi and Congress of exploiting students politically. He stated they staged a protest outside the Prime Minister's residence, causing public inconvenience. The minister added that Congress chose spectacle over democratic debate and solutions for students. He emphasized the government's commitment to discussing NEET and addressing youth concerns. The government aims to provide answers, reforms, and accountability to students.

India's strong economic growth continues, but structural reforms are needed for developed nation status. High trade costs and regulatory complexity present significant challenges to global integration. The World Trade Organization report notes progress in trade facilitation and financial inclusion. India is actively pursuing free trade agreements to boost its export strategy. Achieving a larger share of global exports requires balancing self-reliance with greater openness.

Congress MPs march 100 metres from Congress chief’s house to the PM’s residence, raising four demands; forcibly cleared by Delhi police after three hours; “beginning of the end” for Modi regime, says Congress leader

Kaylee Hottle, the deaf actor best known for playing Jia in Godzilla vs Kong and Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, has died. She was 18. Hottle died following a car accident in Frederick, Maryland, on Tuesday, July 21. Her father, Joshua Hottle, announced the news during a Facebook livestream in American Sign Language.

It will adversely affect the writ petitions on the matter pending in the Supreme Court, he said

The Bill seeks to criminalises polygamy and nikaha halala, while also making registration of live-in relationships mandatory

India's boxing contingent faces luggage delays before the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Several boxers and coaches arrived in Glasgow without essential training equipment and attire. This marks the second baggage issue encountered during their recent travel. Despite these challenges, the team aims for a strong medal performance. Indian boxing legend MC Mary Kom expressed confidence in the team's medal potential.

Wangchuk was brought to the Medanta Hospital in an ambulance at 7.28 p.m. under tight security

The Street Vendors’ Joint Action Committee condemned the attack on the officials and said it was a deliberate attempt by some people to link it with street vendors

The court dismissed the bail pleas filed by Sreejith, Dineeth, Amal, Shyju Salim, Anil Kumar, Nishad and Dinakar