Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned as vice president, citing health concerns and following medical advice, a position he held since 2022. His resignation triggers a constitutional process for the Election Commission to promptly organize an election to fill the vacancy. The vice president also serves as the ex-officio chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
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Rahul Gandhi has accused the Election Commission of acting as an "election theft wing" for the BJP in the upcoming Bihar elections. He shared a video alleging voter fraud by government officials. Gandhi questioned the EC's neutrality, referring to past concerns raised about the Maharashtra election results.
India and the United States concluded the fifth round of BTA negotiations in Washington, aiming to finalize an interim trade deal before August 1 to address Trump-era tariffs. Discussions covered agriculture, automobiles, and SCOMET, with India resisting duty concessions on dairy.
Veteran Indian cricketer Ajinkya Rahane has suggested that left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh should step in if Jasprit Bumrah is rested. Arshdeep, who has picked up 99 wickets in 63 T20Is, is still awaiting his Test debut. However, his participation in Manchester has been thrown into doubt due to an injury suffered during a practice session.
A fire broke out on an Indonesian ferry carrying nearly 300 passengers near Southeast Sulawesi on Sunday, causing panic and triggering emergency evacuations. The vessel was traveling from Kendari to Makassar when the flames erupted. At least 18 people sustained injuries, including burns and smoke inhalation, during the chaotic evacuation, but fortunately, no fatalities have been reported so far.
India is witnessing a significant surge in heart disease, evidenced by a 50% increase in cardiac medication sales between 2021 and 2025. Experts attribute this rise to better awareness, revised hypertension guidelines, and an aging population. Increased access to care and diagnostic tools also contribute to the higher detection and treatment rates of cardiovascular issues.
Kuldeep Yadav's prolonged absence from the ongoing Test series in England has sparked debate, with his coach Kapil Dev Pandey advocating for his inclusion in the fourth Test at Old Trafford. Pandey emphasizes Kuldeep's current form and potential impact, especially given Manchester's spin-friendly conditions.
Patna residents are anxious as booth-level officers (BLOs) haven't collected enumeration forms (EFs) before the July 25 deadline. Despite Election Commission claims of 80% collection, many like Raju Sinha and Munna Singh are still waiting.
Bangladesh's foreign affairs adviser, Md Touhid Hossain, has alleged that India continues to "push-in" citizens into Bangladesh, violating bilateral agreements on repatriation. He criticized the BSF for killings along the border, asserting that border forces lack the authority to fatally shoot individuals violating border laws.
Chinki Minki, Surabhi and Samriddhi Mehra, shocked fans with a social media announcement about parting ways, leading to widespread concern. The twin sisters clarified that the post was purely promotional for their new reality show, 'Chhoriyan Chali Gaon,' where they will compete as individuals.