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Gannavaram police invoke the Act over a complaint alleging he propagated Maoist ideology at an Eluru meeting; rights groups criticise the move calling it ‘harassment’ and accusing elected representatives of filing false cases

Party leaders say the coalition government has denied BCs political representation and welfare benefits; zonal meetings to follow Vijayawada convention

The abundance of easy prey has led to big cats living socially within the tea plantations

But it has no objection to appointing a professional Chief Executive Officer, provided the person is not a serving bureaucrat and is accountable to Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust

Sanju Samson misses out on India's T20I squad for Zimbabwe due to a slump in form, having struggled in recent outings. Shreyas Iyer will lead the 15-member team, which includes a maiden call-up for pacer Ashok Sharma and retains young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Meanwhile, Shivam Dube has been added to the ODI squad as a replacement.

Erling Haaland has become one of the biggest stories of the FIFA World Cup 2026. While the Norway striker has impressed on the pitch, one of his family members has unexpectedly grabbed attention off it. His older sister, Gabrielle Braut Haaland, has gone viral after cameras spotted her cheering from the stands.

A Nashik court granted bail to a woman accused in a sexual harassment and religious conversion case at TCS, citing her pregnancy. However, her co-accused was denied bail. The prosecution alleged evidence of sexual assault and attempts to convert the victim, a Scheduled Caste employee, to Islam. A Special Investigation Team is probing multiple related cases at the TCS unit.

Families impacted by enforced disappearances and staged encounters during the tumultuous years of Punjab’s militancy are passionately advocating for the screening of the controversial film 'Satluj'. They assert that the film sheds light on a vital yet suppressed segment of their history. Many recounted harrowing tales of loved ones taken by police and never seen again, with news of deaths often emerging from informal sources.

Microsoft has laid off 4,800 employees, about 2.1% of its global workforce, as its new fiscal year begins, with Xbox and commercial sales taking the biggest hits. HR chief Amy Coleman told employees the business is changing because the industry around it is changing, insisting AI isn't replacing these roles. Xbox alone loses 1,600 jobs now, with 3,200 more planned this year as CEO Asha Sharma resets the gaming division.

Krishna Mohan has taken over as interim general secretary of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, replacing Champat Rai who resigned citing moral responsibility amidst donation embezzlement allegations. Trustee Anil Mishra also stepped down. The Uttar Pradesh government has ordered a probe, and an FIR has been registered with several arrests made. The Trust emphasizes thorough investigation and administrative reforms for enhanced transparency.

Saudi Arabia has slashed its crude oil prices for Asian customers by a significant $11 per barrel for August, the largest reduction in over two decades. This move reflects weakening demand in Asia and easing geopolitical tensions, which have stabilized global oil markets. With supply conditions improving and Middle Eastern shipping routes normalizing, Saudi Aramco is adjusting its strategy to maintain market share amidst increased competition.

Facing growing underwater threats from China and Pakistan, the Indian Navy is bolstering its anti-submarine capabilities. A new containerized sonar system, the CTLS, is being developed for rapid deployment and enhanced detection. This advanced system will utilize both active and passive listening modes, incorporating AI for improved accuracy. Additionally, the Navy is acquiring more P-8I maritime patrol aircraft, reinforcing its underwater surveillance network.