The Supreme Court addressed Justice Yashwant Varma's concern regarding the uploaded video of burnt currency notes found at his residence, acknowledging it shouldn't have been on the website. However, the court clarified that the publication doesn't invalidate parliamentary action against Justice Varma. Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal argued the video's release damaged his client's reputation.
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Justice Surya Kant unveiled a mobile app initiative to provide free legal aid across India, especially targeting marginalized communities. The app, available in multiple languages, will offer legal guidance via voice, video, and text, connecting users with lawyers and paralegals.
Uttarakhand government plans to elevate the state to the top position nationwide. Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami highlights Prime Minister Modi's vision for Uttarakhand's prosperity. Dhami distributes appointment letters to 187 candidates in the irrigation department and Uttarakhand transport corporation. He emphasizes transparency in recruitments and the government's zero-tolerance policy against corruption.
Mehbooba Mufti advocated for the resumption of sporting ties between India and Pakistan to de-escalate tensions following recent events, including the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor. She emphasized that continuous conflict hinders India's progress in addressing unemployment and poverty.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami surveyed disaster-hit areas, assuring residents of support. Approximately 274 stranded individuals, including tourists from various states, were evacuated from Gangotri. Rescue operations are ongoing with collaborative efforts from multiple agencies like police, SDRF, Army, and ITBP. Evacuees receive medical check-ups, and the Kedarnath Yatra was temporarily suspended due to heavy rainfall.
A seven-year-old boy, Gaurav, was accidentally locked inside Primary School Tajganj Fasiya after falling asleep and being overlooked by staff. He got trapped with his neck stuck in a window while trying to escape. Fortunately, children playing nearby heard his cries and alerted villagers, who rescued him.
PM Modi asserted that the opposition's demand for a debate on Operation Sindoor backfired, exposing their reluctance to acknowledge the armed forces' success. He urged NDA leaders to amplify the voice of a "New India" resolutely responding to terrorists. Modi also highlighted the historical significance of August 5 and encouraged participation in upcoming events like the Tiranga Yatra.
The Supreme Court has scheduled a nine-day deliberation, starting August 19, on a Presidential Reference questioning the court's authority to set timelines for presidential and gubernatorial assent to Bills. A five-judge bench, led by CJI Gavai, will hear arguments from states like Kerala and Tamil Nadu, followed by responses from the Attorney General and Solicitor General.
During the Operation Sindoor debate, Amit Shah addressed the Pahalgam attack, criticizing the opposition's alleged inaction against terrorism due to vote bank politics. He honored security forces for Operations Sindoor and Mahadev, which neutralized key LeT terrorists involved in the Pahalgam attack. Shah also attacked Chidambaram's questioning of the operation's justification, accusing Congress of prioritizing vote banks over national security.
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has strongly criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's silence following the US imposition of a 50% tariff on Indian imports. Yadav accused PM Modi of weakness and subservience to American interests, highlighting the potential damage to the country. He emphasized the need for India to assert its trade policy sovereignty and resist economic coercion.