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Mayawati described the RSS’s position a reflection of a ‘casteist mindset’, adding it might serve narrow political interests but would undermine constitutional objectives

In a puzzling incident, a prominent Lashkar-e-Taiba member, Qari Saeed Abdul Aziz, was found dead in Islamabad on August 8. Known for his role in orchestrating the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, Aziz collapsed near a mosque after a meal at an unfamiliar restaurant. While the exact cause of death is still being investigated, the possibility of poisoning has not been ruled out, prompting close scrutiny from regional intelligence.

MLC Satyajeet Tambe, nephew of Congress leader Balasaheb Thorat, was detained by police.

Census form likely to have 40 questions, defence structures to be recorded on paper 

Government data tabled in the Lok Sabha last month show that only 14.24 lakh of the country’s 46.02 lakh registered nursing personnel have been enrolled on the Nurses Registration and Tracking System

The Supreme Court collegium recommended four judges for High Court Chief Justice positions. These appointments aim to fill vacancies in key High Courts across India. The collegium also approved transfers of two judges from Orissa High Court. Orissa High Court faces a significant shortage of judges, impacting its functioning. No representation from Orissa High Court has been appointed to the Supreme Court in eight years.

Recent rains have brought relief to Delhi, Haryana, and eastern Rajasthan, yet the national monsoon deficit persists. States like Bihar and Punjab continue to struggle with below-average rainfall. While the sowing of Kharif crops is nearly finalized across the nation, August's rainfall may enhance water reservoirs for hydropower and upcoming planting seasons, with a low-pressure area potentially raising precipitation levels in eastern India shortly.

A Prayagraj court’s summons to Independent MP Pappu Yadav for his skit at Parliament complex over the alleged theft of donations at Ram Temple raises the question of territorial jurisdiction

The Indian Navy's search for three missing fishermen continues into its tenth day. Divers are utilizing portable SONAR to enhance underwater surveillance capabilities. INS Kalpeni joined the operation, sailing from Kochi to aid the search efforts. The search initially focused on Gautam Krishna, who went missing off the Neendakara coast. The operation is ongoing off the Kollam and Thiruvananthapuram coasts.

A rare sea turtle that washed up on a Welsh beach close to death is now preparing for an extraordinary 5,000-mile journey back to its natural home in the Gulf of Mexico. Rhossi, a Kemp’s ridley sea turtle, was found near Rhosneigr on Anglesey in December 2023. He was less than two years old and barely alive after becoming “cold-stunned” from being in waters much colder than his natural habitat.

Defence minister Rajnath Singh lauded Operation Sindoor for protecting citizens and sending a strong global message. He compared the operation's courage to the compassion shown at a large blood donation camp. Around one thousand wrestlers and athletes from Maharashtra donated blood at the Delhi Cantt event. Singh emphasized blood donation as a vital contribution, calling it 'Jivandan' and 'Mahadan'.

In a significant show of unity, the Indian and US navies will engage in a five-day explosive ordnance disposal drill in Kochi. This advanced training initiative aims to bolster interoperability and foster teamwork between the participating units. The event will encompass expert discussions, shared training techniques, and practical exercises. This marks the eighth edition of their cooperative training, emphasizing a mutual focus on enhancing maritime security operations.

Officials said that the demolition drive was also meant to restore the original width of the path around the temple

Cases were registered and the arrested persons were lodged at Central Prison in Vellore

The police also recovered lost jewellery from the gang

Doctors, nurses, nursing college students, and hospital staff participated in the rally