Over 200 MPs have initiated impeachment proceedings against Justice Yashwant Varma following the discovery of burnt cash at his residence in March. The motion, supported by members across party lines, cites constitutional articles and a report recommending his removal. The Supreme Court has declined to urgently hear a petition related to the case, as Justice Varma denies any wrongdoing.
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Washington Sundar's remarkable performance at Lord's led India to a memorable victory. The off-spinner's four wickets, all bowled, triggered an England collapse. A BCCI video captured the team's excitement, with Sundar expressing his joy at seeing the stumps fly. Teammates like Prasidh Krishna and Sai Sudharsan lauded Sundar's control and impact, highlighting the magical day of Test cricket.
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US President Trump announced the US is pursuing a trade agreement with India, aiming for greater access to Indian markets, similar to the deal struck with Indonesia. Indian commerce ministry officials are currently in the US for trade talks, with expectations of reduced tariffs for India.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened a significant high-level meeting in Parliament on Monday, with key BJP leaders in attendance. The discussions likely centered on strategizing and making crucial decisions concerning the ongoing Monsoon session, which commenced on the same day and is scheduled to continue until August 21. Modi hailed the session as a 'Vijay Utsav,' celebrating the armed forces' capabilities.