The Election Commission (EC) has strongly refuted Rahul Gandhi's allegations of voter fraud, labeling them a repetition of old, baseless claims. The EC challenged Gandhi to either substantiate his accusations with formal verification or apologize to the nation.
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Terrifying videos captured the moment a massive wave of water and debris devastated Dharali village in Uttarkashi district, flattening buildings and sweeping away people. The surge, triggered around 1:50 pm, reduced the bustling marketplace to rubble in seconds. Authorities have confirmed four deaths, but fear the toll could rise as rescue operations continue, with the Army, NDRF, and SDRF involved.
Early Saturday morning, a shooting in Times Square injured three individuals following a dispute. The New York Police Department reported that a 17-year-old male suspect was apprehended at the scene, and a firearm was recovered. The victims, a 65-year-old man, a 19-year-old man, and an 18-year-old woman, are in stable condition at Bellevue Hospital.
Rajya Sabha was in turmoil as Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the presence of security personnel during opposition protests, leading to a dispute with the Deputy Chairman and BJP leaders. Kharge claimed CISF personnel entered the House, which Harivansh refuted, stating it was the Parliament Security Service. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju accused Kharge of misleading the House, while JP Nadda criticized the opposition's conduct.
Rashid Khan marked his return to competitive cricket with a historic milestone, becoming the first player to reach 650 T20 wickets. Playing for Oval Invincibles in The Hundred 2025, he took 3/11 against London Spirit, showcasing his spin mastery. His performance, combined with Sam Curran's, led the Invincibles to a comfortable victory, starting their title defense strongly.
In the last week of July, the government announced a new plan to increase the birth rate. Parents will receive an annual subsidy of 3,600 yuan (about $500) for every child until the age of three. This scheme applies to children born since January 1, 2025. Over three years, a family can get up to 10,800 yuan for each child.
India's space program is set for a boost with a third launch pad at Sriharikota, slated for completion by March 2029. This facility will primarily support the Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV) and act as a backup for heavy-lift vehicles. The project emphasizes collaboration with Indian private players and MSMEs, aligning with the nation's self-reliance goals.
A 26-year-old IIT Bombay student, Rohit Sinha, was discovered dead on the campus grounds, prompting an investigation by the Powai police. Sinha, a fourth-year student in the Meta Science program, was found under circumstances that led to the registration of an accidental death report.
IndiGo Airlines has been held liable by the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission in New Delhi for providing unhygienic and stained seats on a flight from Baku to Delhi. The commission found this to be a deficiency in service, violating consumer expectations. Consequently, the airline has been directed to pay a compensation of Rs 1.