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Army chief hails Kargil bravehearts for protecting nation's sovereignty

Army Chief Gen Dhiraj Seth paid tribute to the Kargil War heroes, calling Kargil Vijay Diwas an eternal symbol of the Indian Army's courage and sacrifice

Wangchuk to be discharged on Monday, leave for Ladakh after Rajghat visit

Activist Sonam Wangchuk will visit Rajghat after being discharged from Medanta Hospital before returning to Ladakh, following the end of his 26-day fast

High-powered task force on exam reforms set up under Nandan Nilekani: PM

PM Narendra Modi announces a high-powered examination reforms task force led by Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani, saying those behind exam leaks are now in jail

Visit border villages to understand India, not virtual means: PM to youth

PM Modi urged young Indians to experience life in border villages through the Viksit Vibrant Village Programme, saying real engagement goes beyond virtual connections

Pralhad Joshi's key challenge: Restoring trust in the education system

New Education Minister Pralhad Joshi faces the task of restoring trust in exams while tackling structural challenges in school and higher education

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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