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Cabinet clears ₹3,030 cr chemical scheme; Vaishnaw skips Neet questions

When asked about the reported draft Bill proposing stricter punishments for paper leaks, Vaishnaw declined to answer questions on the Neet issue, saying, "No paper will be leaked today"

Cabinet clears ₹3,030 cr chemical scheme; Vaishnaw skips Neet questions
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 5:24 PM IST

CJP seeks Pradhan's resignation; Cabinet clears Bill for tougher punishment

The proposed law, likely to be introduced next week, comes as the Centre and CJP continue talks, with the student body reiterating its demand for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

CJP seeks Pradhan's resignation; Cabinet clears Bill for tougher punishment
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 4:00 PM IST

Metro station closures amid Jantar Mantar protest spark commuter backlash

This comes amid the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) announcing the closure of 18 metro stations till further notice

Metro station closures amid Jantar Mantar protest spark commuter backlash
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 3:56 PM IST

Centre, CJP hold crucial third round of talks on exam irregularities

While the government was represented by Union Health Minister JP Nadda and Minister of State for PMO Jitendra Singh, the CJP was represented by its national spokesperson Saurav Das and another youth

Centre, CJP hold crucial third round of talks on exam irregularities
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 2:47 PM IST

SC bars posting court proceedings on social media without prior permission

The apex court also sought responses from the Centre on a plea alleging misuse of live-streamed court proceedings and circulation of videos on social media platforms

SC bars posting court proceedings on social media without prior permission
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 2:28 PM IST

No talks until Pradhan resigns, PM apologises for students crackdown: Rahul

Speaking in the Parliament House complex, the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha also claimed that he was not allowed to speak on the floor of the House

No talks until Pradhan resigns, PM apologises for students crackdown: Rahul
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 1:44 PM IST

Media falsely reported I refused urgent hearing on CJP protests: CJI Kant

CJI Surya Kant said no petition alleging police excesses against student protesters was filed and termed media reports claiming he denied an urgent hearing as false

Media falsely reported I refused urgent hearing on CJP protests: CJI Kant
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 1:19 PM IST

SC defers NTA reforms plea to August, to monitor anti-paper leak steps

The Supreme Court will monitor the Centre's anti-paper leak measures after hearing submissions on reforms to the printing and transport of NEET question papers. The case will be heard again in August

SC defers NTA reforms plea to August, to monitor anti-paper leak steps
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 1:14 PM IST

From Gen Z to Boomers, support pours in for Jantar Mantar protest

Amid hundreds of Gen Z protesters camping at the site, people in their 50s, 60s and even 70s were seen sitting alongside students, raising slogans and lending support to the demand for reforms

From Gen Z to Boomers, support pours in for Jantar Mantar protest
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 1:11 PM IST

SC proposes special courts for speedy trial of Manipur violence cases

The bench said it will help in finding out as to how many special courts will be needed to handle the trials expeditiously

SC proposes special courts for speedy trial of Manipur violence cases
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 12:53 PM IST

Tax laws are made for the living; I-T notice to dead person invalid: HC

Allahabad High Court said tax authorities cannot make an invalid notice valid by later adding a legal heir, and must instead issue fresh notice directly to legal representative within prescribed time

Tax laws are made for the living; I-T notice to dead person invalid: HC
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 12:40 PM IST

Delhi HC to hear PIL against internet shutdown around Jantar Mantar

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has been protesting in the heart of Delhi since June 20, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the Neet paper leak

Delhi HC to hear PIL against internet shutdown around Jantar Mantar
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 12:21 PM IST

PM should speak in Parliament, not deliver 'one-sided Mann Ki Baat': Cong

Opposition leaders criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi after he announced a Bill to curb paper leaks, saying he should discuss the issue in Parliament instead of speaking through a video message

PM should speak in Parliament, not deliver 'one-sided Mann Ki Baat': Cong
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 12:13 PM IST

Brics 2026: Bangladesh invited as India hosts key ministerial meetings

India's invitation to Bangladesh marks a key diplomatic development ahead of the Brics Summit, with ministerial meetings helping shape the bloc's agenda

Brics 2026: Bangladesh invited as India hosts key ministerial meetings
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 11:38 AM IST

List of govt assurances that led Sonam Wangchuk to end his hunger strike

Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after the Centre assured action on key demands, including a parliamentary discussion on paper leaks and no cases against peaceful protesters

List of govt assurances that led Sonam Wangchuk to end his hunger strike
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 11:25 AM IST

CJP set to hold talks with govt after Wangchuk ends hunger strike

The meeting is likely to be held around 12.30 pm at the Constitution Club of India

CJP set to hold talks with govt after Wangchuk ends hunger strike
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 10:31 AM IST

Private investment in India's space sector crosses $618 million, says govt

Private funding has risen nearly six-fold over the past few years, surging from $100.5 million in 2021-22 to $348.5 million in 2023-24, before reaching $618.5 million by March 31, 2026

Private investment in India's space sector crosses $618 million, says govt
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 10:25 AM IST

Delhi to see light rain today as heavy showers lash western, central India

Delhi is likely to witness light rain and gusty winds through the day, while the IMD has forecast heavy to extremely heavy rainfall over parts of Gujarat, Rajasthan and Maharashtra

Delhi to see light rain today as heavy showers lash western, central India
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 9:58 AM IST

Wangchuk ends fast after Centre's assurances; Modi promises tougher action

Sonam said that he broke his fast after receiving written assurances from the Centre that his demands would be met

Wangchuk ends fast after Centre's assurances; Modi promises tougher action
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 9:48 AM IST

Assam flood toll rises to 47, over 721,000 affected across 11 districts

Six more people died in the last 24 hours, taking the toll to 47 in this year's floods so far

Assam flood toll rises to 47, over 721,000 affected across 11 districts
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 8:32 AM IST