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Sixteen Indian nationals, including ten seafarers, have died in the West Asia conflict. Seventy-five other Indian nationals sustained injuries in the same regional conflict. In a separate incident, twelve Indian nationals perished at Qatar's Ras Laffan Gas Facility. The government is coordinating with host nations to repatriate mortal remains. Injured individuals received medical treatment and necessary assistance from Indian missions.

Parliament passed the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Bill on Thursday. This amendment extends legal protection to the national song Vande Mataram. The DMK opposed the bill, citing concerns about national division and imposition. The BJP defended the amendment, emphasizing respect for the complete Vande Mataram song. This action places Vande Mataram on par with the national anthem for legal protection.

The NBA legend Stephen Curry has been with Ayesha Cury for over two decades now as he opens up about the moment he knew she was the one for him.

The Cauvery Water Management Authority ordered Karnataka to release 3,500 cusecs daily. This directive mandates a total release of 4 TMC of water to Tamil Nadu. Karnataka had appealed the committee's order citing low reservoir levels and drought conditions. State officials stated reservoir levels were significantly lower than last year. Tamil Nadu representatives argued against Karnataka's plea, citing sufficient flow.

Just because the government changed in Odisha, it should not change our national team colours, he said

BJP submitted a privilege notice against Rahul Gandhi in Lok Sabha. He is accused of demeaning Parliament and insulting citizens with his remarks. BJP seeks an unconditional apology from the Congress leader. The notice cites rules regarding defamatory allegations against individuals. The matter has been sent to the privilege committee for inquiry.

R Madhavan had opened up about the real reason behind relocating to Dubai, revealing that the move was driven by his son Vedant's swimming career during the Covid-19 pandemic. The actor had also spoken about life in the UAE, why he believed there were "three Dubais," his enduring connection with India, and even his upcoming South Indian filter coffee venture.

India's External Affairs Minister discussed Black Sea shipping attacks with Ukraine's counterpart. He reiterated India's stance that such attacks are unacceptable and unequivocally condemned. The minister also highlighted the global impact of multiple conflicts on security. Ukraine's representative briefed him on recent developments and peace efforts. India consistently advocates for dialogue and diplomacy to resolve conflicts.

Congress’ legal aid Ranjan said that a helpline launched by the party has so far received 300 calls, including 50 calls by young girls and women who were being issued rape and death threats for participating in the protests

Over two hundred academicians have written an open letter criticizing Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's remark. They stated that dismissing scholars with labels undermines the nation's scientific temper. The academicians defended the IIT Madras director's advocacy of cow urine's potential benefits. They emphasized that scientific temper involves objective examination of claims before acceptance. Mockery is not a substitute for reasoned engagement in public debate, they added.

Four hundred fourteen Indians faced deportation from the US by March 2026. Deportations from the US significantly increased from 2023 to 2025. The United Kingdom and Cyprus also deported Indians, with fifty-seven and fifty-three respectively. Government data shows thousands of unregistered agents were notified on the eMigrate portal. Indian truckers arrested in Arizona are also facing deportation proceedings.

Jitendra Singh says the government has made efforts to free medical education from management quota malice while replying to the debate in Upper House; Kharge demands SC-monitored high-powered panel to probe NEET paper leaks and police action against protesters

She was taken into custody from the Kozhikode Medical College Hospital on July 30 following a tip-off from hospital staff and a few patient attendants in the maternity ward

Meta has introduced new protocols for handling prominent individuals' accounts. This follows the temporary removal of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Facebook video. The company expressed regret and is examining the reasons behind the video's removal. Government officials are scheduled to meet with Meta's global representatives soon. Discussions will cover policy and technical aspects of the incident.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a special security meeting concerning the West Asia crisis. He directed the establishment of a mechanism to aid seafarers and their families. Discussions also covered ensuring uninterrupted fertilizer supply for the upcoming rabi season. The government's strategy to diversify energy sources has mitigated risks effectively. A whole-of-government approach is being continued to safeguard citizens' interests.

2,796 LSD blots and other narcotic substances seized, 4 held 

The High Court was hearing a PIL claiming that the police statements in connection with the ‘encounter killing’ were ‘fabricated’

Women protesters accused of “insulting” the Army or “abusing” the Prime Minister face online harassment, including death and rape threats, doxxing, and the circulation of personal information

The Supreme Court ordered the Delhi government to treat all injured protesters. It questioned the feasibility of banning pellet guns for crowd control. The court directed the preservation of ammunition logs for effective investigation. It also emphasized the need for police to have adequate safety gear. The bench reiterated that peaceful protests can sometimes be hijacked by miscreants.

The Ukrainian Foreign Minister points at Russia for the escalation of attacks in the Black Sea and adjoining areas, which have emerged as the maritime front of the Russia-Ukraine war