VHP has initiated a certification drive, pasting stickers on shops along Kanwar Yatra routes in Delhi, guaranteeing vegetarian food in accordance with 'sanatani' values. This action follows a proposal to close meat shops, though the MCD lacks the authority.
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Delhi University is set to remove several critical texts from its postgraduate Political Science and History syllabi, including works by Christophe Jaffrelot and Amita Baviskar. The proposed changes, which follow the exclusion of courses on Pakistan and China, have sparked concerns over political influence and shrinking academic freedom under the guise of curriculum restructuring.
Jasprit Bumrah's batting form has plummeted, marked by six ducks in seven innings, exacerbating India's lower-order struggles. Despite his bowling prowess, his batting woes continue, highlighted by a string of zeros against England. This lack of tail-end resistance is proving problematic, especially in tight contests like the ongoing Lord's Test, where India matched England's first-innings total.
Panchayat 4 sparks debate due to a missing kiss scene between Sachivji and Rinki. Jitendra Kumar addresses the scene's removal and the show's tonal shift. Sanvikaa felt the kiss was unsuitable for the family audience. Jitendra emphasized Sanvikaa's consent was crucial. He also discussed the series' move towards more serious themes.
A homestay collapsed near Bageshwar Dham in Chattarpur district. The tragic incident occurred early Tuesday. One woman, Anita Devi, died in the collapse. Ten other individuals sustained injuries. Three of the injured are in critical condition. Heavy overnight rain caused the wall of the homestay in Gada village to collapse. Injured individuals were taken to the district hospital for treatment.
The BJP has strongly criticized Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge for allegedly using derogatory language against President Droupadi Murmu and former President Ram Nath Kovind during a public rally. Kharge's remarks questioning the BJP's motives behind appointing tribal and Dalit Presidents have sparked outrage. The BJP demands a public apology and accuses the Congress of an anti-Dalit and anti-Adivasi mindset.
A Zeusch Aviation plane, flight SUZ1, crashed shortly after takeoff from London Southend Airport on Sunday, prompting its closure. Operated by a Dutch company, the Beechcraft B200 Super King Air, equipped for medical transport, had arrived from Athens via Croatia. Witnesses reported a "big fireball" as the plane crashed head-first.
Ulfa-I claimed that three of its senior members were killed in drone attacks by the Indian Army in Myanmar's Sagaing region, but the Army has denied these claims. The outfit specified the attacks involved over 150 drones, resulting in casualties and injuries.
In Tamil Nadu, several older individuals, including lawyers and other professionals, have applied for MBBS admissions after clearing NEET 2025. While the NMC has no age restrictions, officials are grappling with document discrepancies and debating whether a special quota for government school students should extend to older graduates.
Conservative influencers, who had banked on explosive revelations implicating elites, were incensed. Bondi’s office had built expectations with Phase 1 of the “Epstein Files” back in February—a series of binders handed out to right-wing media figures that mostly repackaged previously leaked information. With the July memo’s flat conclusions, fury erupted.
During his ISS mission, astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla connected with students from Meghalaya and Assam via Ham radio from NESAC, Shillong. He addressed their questions about life in space, training, and health in microgravity, highlighting the challenges of adapting to weightlessness and the importance of exercise and teamwork. Shukla also discussed the role of robotics in assisting astronauts with their tasks.