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No talks with Pakistan except on PoK: Rajnath Singh on Kargil Vijay Diwas

Operation Sindoor made it clear what the fate will be of those who attempt to threaten India with terrorism, Rajnath Singh said

No talks with Pakistan except on PoK: Rajnath Singh on Kargil Vijay Diwas
Updated On : 26 Jul 2026 | 12:54 PM IST

Pralhad Joshi takes charge of education ministry after Pradhan's exit

Pralhad Joshi assumed charge as Union education minister a day after replacing Dharmendra Pradhan, who resigned following nationwide protests over the Neet paper leak controversy

Pralhad Joshi takes charge of education ministry after Pradhan's exit
Updated On : 26 Jul 2026 | 12:30 PM IST

India is emerging as trusted defence partner: PM Modi in 'Mann ki Baat'

Addressing the 136th episode of his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat', PM Modi said that India continues to strengthen its defence capabilities and is emerging as a trusted global defence partner

India is emerging as trusted defence partner: PM Modi in 'Mann ki Baat'
Updated On : 26 Jul 2026 | 12:00 PM IST

Delhi likely to see light rain today, more showers over next few days

The IMD has forecast light to moderate rain in Delhi over the next few days, while heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is expected across several parts of India

Delhi likely to see light rain today, more showers over next few days
Updated On : 26 Jul 2026 | 9:14 AM IST

Students more important than any post: Shah after Dharmendra Pradhan's exit

His remarks came after Pradhan resigned on Saturday amid mounting pressure due to the protests over the Neet paper leak controversy

Students more important than any post: Shah after Dharmendra Pradhan's exit
Updated On : 26 Jul 2026 | 9:11 AM IST

Assam govt waives stamp duty on loans up to Rs 10 lakh for SHG members

The Assam Cabinet also approved mandatory registration of key property documents, new Ayurvedic service rules, additional MBBS reservation for five communities and orphan candidates

Assam govt waives stamp duty on loans up to Rs 10 lakh for SHG members
Updated On : 26 Jul 2026 | 7:24 AM IST

Ram Temple donation theft: UP govt reconstitutes SIT, adds 3 IPS officers

The newly constituted SIT is headed by IG Kiran S, with DIG Ayodhya Somen Verma and SSP Ayodhya Dr Gaurav Grover as members

Ram Temple donation theft: UP govt reconstitutes SIT, adds 3 IPS officers
Updated On : 26 Jul 2026 | 7:16 AM IST

Rain-triggered landslides shut 134 roads in HP; orange alert in 4 districts

The Shimla Meteorological Centre also warned of low to moderate flash flood risk in parts of Chamba, Kangra, Kinnaur, Kullu, Mandi, Shimla and Sirmaur districts till Sunday morning

Rain-triggered landslides shut 134 roads in HP; orange alert in 4 districts
Updated On : 25 Jul 2026 | 10:39 PM IST

Delhi SIR: Digitisation crosses 6.6 million, covers over 45% of electors

According to the Chief Electoral Officer's status report, 66,06,924 enumeration forms have been digitised, covering 45.53 per cent of Delhi's 1,45,10,298 electors

Delhi SIR: Digitisation crosses 6.6 million, covers over 45% of electors
Updated On : 25 Jul 2026 | 10:38 PM IST

Mizoram govt, church bodies to move Centre to change FCRA amendment bill

The decision was taken at a meeting between Chief Minister Lalduhoma and leaders of the Mizoram Kohhran Hruaitute Committee (MKHC) and the Council of Churches in Mizoram at the CM's official residence

Mizoram govt, church bodies to move Centre to change FCRA amendment bill
Updated On : 25 Jul 2026 | 10:25 PM IST

Govt likely to table bill to amend paper leak law in Parliament on Monday

All states and UTs will be directed to set up fast-track courts, which will conduct hearings swiftly and complete the trial within three months of filing of the chargesheet

Govt likely to table bill to amend paper leak law in Parliament on Monday
Updated On : 25 Jul 2026 | 9:21 PM IST

Punjab govt urges Guv to clear ordinance on absorbing outsourced staff

The Punjab State Outsourced Personnel Transition to Contractual Engagement Ordinance, 2026, was approved by the state Cabinet on July 13, 2026

Punjab govt urges Guv to clear ordinance on absorbing outsourced staff
Updated On : 25 Jul 2026 | 8:53 PM IST

Pralhad Joshi gets education charge as Prez accepts Pradhan's resignation

At present, he oversees the ministries of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, along with New and Renewable Energy

Pralhad Joshi gets education charge as Prez accepts Pradhan's resignation
Updated On : 25 Jul 2026 | 8:49 PM IST

All 18 Delhi Metro stations reopen after four days as CJP withdraws protest

In a post on X, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) announced that all metro stations were now open and normal entry and exit had resumed

All 18 Delhi Metro stations reopen after four days as CJP withdraws protest
Updated On : 25 Jul 2026 | 7:53 PM IST

First phase of SIR completed in Haryana, draft electoral roll on July 31

The draft electoral roll will be published on July 31 as the first phase of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) has been completed in Haryana

First phase of SIR completed in Haryana, draft electoral roll on July 31
Updated On : 25 Jul 2026 | 7:41 PM IST

Chants, dance fill Jantar Mantar as protesters celebrate Pradhan's exit

The protest site, which witnessed clashes, tear gas and injuries just days earlier, transformed into a scene of jubilation as protesters hugged one another

Chants, dance fill Jantar Mantar as protesters celebrate Pradhan's exit
Updated On : 25 Jul 2026 | 7:07 PM IST

WB invokes Goonda Act for 1st time in NEET violence, CM vows strict action

Making a statement in the Assembly here on Saturday, Adhikari said around 70 people identified from the Dharmatala rally were "not students" and had no connection with the agitation

WB invokes Goonda Act for 1st time in NEET violence, CM vows strict action
Updated On : 25 Jul 2026 | 7:07 PM IST

Investigation into paper leak cases to be completed within two months: Bill

A bill to amend a two-year-old anti-paper leak law, which proposes to set up fast-track courts in every state for speedy trials of accused, is set for introduction in the Lok Sabha on Monday

Investigation into paper leak cases to be completed within two months: Bill
Updated On : 25 Jul 2026 | 6:45 PM IST

India to keep engaging with US on trade deal after new tariff measures

The Trump administration on Friday unveiled fresh duties of between 10% and 12.5% on goods from 60 trading partners, including India

India to keep engaging with US on trade deal after new tariff measures
Updated On : 25 Jul 2026 | 6:45 PM IST

CJP calls off protest after Pradhan quits, says Centre has accepted demands

The announcement came after another round of talks between CJP representatives and Union ministers Jitendra Singh and J P Nadda at Vithalbhai Patel House

CJP calls off protest after Pradhan quits, says Centre has accepted demands
Updated On : 25 Jul 2026 | 6:35 PM IST