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Delhi Police used force on student protesters; Rahul Gandhi demands Amit Shah's accountability
Rahul Gandhi wrote to Home Minister Amit Shah demanding accountability for July 20 police action against CJP student protesters at Jantar Mantar, citing allegations of pellet injuries and 'barbaric assault' on peaceful demonstrators.
PM Modi forms high-powered task force on exam reforms led by Nandan Nilekali
PM Modi constitutes multidisciplinary expert committee chaired by Infosys founder Nandan Nilekali to overhaul NTA examination system, make it leak-proof and technology-driven after nationwide Gen-Z protests.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns over exam paper leak controversy
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on July 25, 2026, accepting responsibility for repeated exam paper leaks amid sustained student-led CJP protests and demands for accountability.
Parliament passes Anti-Paper Leak Bill with 5-year jail, ₹50 lakh fine provision
Parliament approves landmark anti-exam paper leak legislation imposing minimum 5-year imprisonment and ₹50 lakh fine, directly addressing NEET-UG scandal that triggered national protests.
Bihar govt withdraws all FIRs against student protesters; CJP protests conclude
Bihar government capitulates to protest pressure, withdraws FIRs against all demonstrators involved in pre-July 26 agitations, marking major victory for Cockroach Janta Party movement.
India's National Security Advisor Vikram Misri travels to Beijing for high-level diplomatic engagement focused on LAC stabilization and bilateral trade expansion following recent China-India tensions.
India and UAE aim to jointly invest in third-country critical mineral extraction, establishing trilateral mining partnerships while expanding bilateral air connectivity to strengthen economic and strategic ties.
India-China trade through Lipulekh Pass border crossing resumes August 1, 2026, after 7-year suspension with China approving 20 Indian traders for initial cross-border visit.
India coordinates with Ukraine to evacuate 13 Indian seafarers aboard MV AMIR1 stranded at Chornomorsk port amid ongoing drone and missile strikes in Black Sea.
MEA dismisses PoJK elections as sham democratic process designed to legitimize Pakistan's illegal occupation of Jammu & Kashmir territory.
India's NSA Misri travels to China to discuss border stability, trade imbalances, and bilateral economic concerns; visit signals diplomatic engagement despite LAC tensions and follows July 22 foreign minister talks.
US President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy met at White House to discuss licensing Patriot interceptor production in Ukraine, signaling warmer US stance toward military support amid Russia conflict.
Iran fired ballistic missiles at US military positions in the Middle East, with American air defense systems intercepting all missiles, escalating regional tensions and jeopardizing ceasefire efforts.
Oman unveiled a Gulf-backed proposal establishing voluntary user fees for managing Strait of Hormuz maritime traffic, creating strategic disagreement with Washington while raising implications for global oil trade and India.
India's Ministry of External Affairs formally summons Ukrainian envoy to address death of Indian nationals aboard merchant vessel attacked during ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict in Black Sea region.
MEA states Nirav Modi will be deported to India once all legal proceedings in UK conclude, maintaining India's extradition efforts against fugitive diamantaire.
India coordinated with Ukrainian authorities in ongoing search for two missing Indian seafarers caught in Black Sea maritime conflict escalation involving repeated drone and missile attacks.
Rahul Gandhi wrote to Home Minister Amit Shah demanding accountability for July 20 police action against CJP student protesters at Jantar Mantar, citing allegations of pellet injuries and 'barbaric assault' on peaceful demonstrators.
Parliament approves landmark anti-exam paper leak legislation imposing minimum 5-year imprisonment and ₹50 lakh fine, directly addressing NEET-UG scandal that triggered national protests.
CBI filed chargesheet against 13 accused in NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case with major findings on NTA's institutional lapses and security failures.
Supreme Court hears petitions on NEET paper leak crisis and police actions against protesters; reserves decision on constitutional safeguards for peaceful assembly while Parliament debates new anti-paper leak legislation.
Supreme Court mandated immediate release of all detained protesters aged below 18 and prohibited police from coercive action against student demonstrators or public disclosure of their identities.
Supreme Court holds decision on terrorist Abu Salem's petition seeking release after completing 25 years imprisonment, wherein government had given sovereign assurance limiting his jail term at extradition.
Chief Justice of India asks whether 'digital arrest' requires separate statutory definition when existing laws cover robbery, extortion, and dacoity elements.
Constable suspended after firing automatic rifle into air during student protest in Siwan district; incident triggers political firestorm with opposition demanding PM apology and systemic accountability.
Centre announced plans to introduce parliamentary bill designating AI-generated deepfakes and digital arrests as distinct criminal offences after Supreme Court flagged these emerging threats.
PM Modi constitutes multidisciplinary expert committee chaired by Infosys founder Nandan Nilekali to overhaul NTA examination system, make it leak-proof and technology-driven after nationwide Gen-Z protests.
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on July 25, 2026, accepting responsibility for repeated exam paper leaks amid sustained student-led CJP protests and demands for accountability.
Bihar government capitulates to protest pressure, withdraws FIRs against all demonstrators involved in pre-July 26 agitations, marking major victory for Cockroach Janta Party movement.
CBI filed chargesheet against 13 individuals 77 days after FIR registration in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case, triggering nationwide outrage and leading to Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
Bihar and Assam governments announce complete withdrawal of criminal cases against NEET paper leak protesters; Bihar Chief Minister relents after threats of renewed agitation by Cockroach Janta Party.
Government introduced legislative bill to prevent examination paper leaks with enhanced penalties and institutional safeguards, but Opposition claims the law contradicts previous amendments and lacks substantive institutional reform.
Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar scheduled to meet Tamil Nadu CM C. Joseph Vijay on August 3 to discuss Cauvery river water-sharing amid weak monsoon and acute water scarcity.
Pralhad Joshi took charge as Union Education Minister on July 26, 2026, replacing Dharmendra Pradhan; pledged priority to understanding ministry operations before initiating major policy changes.
Securities and Exchange Board of India introduces new regulatory framework for Mutual Fund-only PMS, lowering investor entry barrier from traditional ₹50+ lakh to ₹25 lakh, democratizing professional fund management.
Over a dozen companies including fintech unicorns Zepto, Shiprocket, and others plan to launch IPOs in August 2026, collectively raising approximately ₹35,000 crore and signaling strong confidence in Indian capital markets.
Private equity firm Bain Capital nears completion of deal to acquire 25% stake in IndusInd General Insurance, potentially valuing the insurer at ₹16,000+ crore and marking PE's first major insurance sector foray.
France's labor authorities imposed a €175,000 fine on IT giant Infosys for operating an employee time-recording system that violated local labor law compliance requirements.
Directorate General of Trade Remedies imposes anti-dumping duty on low ash met coke imports after determining dumped pricing from foreign suppliers caused material harm to Indian producers.
Reserve Bank of India, acting on Central Board recommendation, greenlit pilot trials of polymer currency notes for ₹10 and ₹20 denominations with 1 billion notes each, moving toward eventual paper currency replacement.
Reserve Bank of India authorized field trials of polymer banknotes for lower denominations; will print 1 billion each of Rs 10 and Rs 20 notes to test durability, security, and public acceptance without retiring paper currency.
Juniper Green Energy launches Rs 1,800 crore IPO with price band Rs 214-225; subscription period July 30-August 3 for renewable energy company expansion amid India's green energy transition.
Parliament debates landmark anti-paper leak Bill mandating minimum 5-year imprisonment and Rs 50 lakh penalty; legislation introduced after nationwide NEET leak crisis exposed systemic examination vulnerabilities.
National Medical Commission released individual functional ability assessment criteria for MBBS admissions of students with benchmark disabilities, two weeks after NEET-UG results, allowing capability-based evaluation.
Rajasthan announces mass recruitment of 24,752 sanitation workers on contractual employment, accepting online applications from August 15 to September 28 under Swachh Bharat Mission expansion.
Delhi government introduces direct cash transfer scheme providing Rs 2,500 monthly to eligible women with registrations starting August 1, 2026.
SSB announces 50% reservation of constable recruitment posts for ex-Agniveers while implementing existing caste-based quota system for SC/ST/OBC categories.
Alleged cybersecurity breach at Bank of Baroda exposes customer Aadhaar and account details; cybersecurity researcher attributes data to TripleX cybercrime group specializing in data extortion.
Indian Railways develops next-generation Kavach 5.0 automatic train protection system for Mumbai's suburban rail network; aims to prevent head-on collisions and derailments through real-time braking.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh unveiled comprehensive Coast Guard reforms prioritizing gender equality, simplified ex-gratia compensation for families of missing personnel, and enhanced welfare provisions.
Keoladeo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Rajasthan, confronts critical water shortage as Panchana Dam supply fails, threatening survival of migratory bird populations and wetland ecosystem.
Government re-issues notification designating over 56,000 square kilometers of Western Ghats as eco-sensitive area, strengthening environmental protections for biodiversity hotspot.
Climate and environment activist Sonam Wangchuk was discharged from hospital on July 27, 2026, after completing a hunger strike in Delhi protesting environmental degradation and resource exploitation in Ladakh region.
Ministry of External Affairs releases concerning statistics showing Gulf Cooperation Council nations account for 71% of all suicides by Indian citizens abroad, highlighting migrant worker vulnerability.
Government discloses that approximately 33% of faculty posts across AIIMS institutions remain vacant, indicating significant human resource constraints.