Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi criticized Pakistan's claims of victory in the May clashes following Operation Sindoor, highlighting the importance of narrative management in war. He emphasized that the Centre granted the armed forces a "free hand" to execute Operation Sindoor after the Pahalgam attack.
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Yashasvi Jaiswal's brilliant century powered India to a commanding position on Day 3 of the Oval Test. His 118, along with crucial contributions from Akash Deep and Ravindra Jadeja, helped India set England a daunting target of 374. Jaiswal expressed confidence in India's chances, highlighting the spicy wicket and the team's intent to fight.
In a landmark verdict, a CBI court in Mohali sentenced five former Punjab Police officials to life imprisonment for the 1993 abduction, torture, and murder of seven innocent individuals, including three SPOs. The court cited the convicts' advanced age as the only reason for not imposing the death penalty, emphasizing their inhumane conduct. Each convict was also fined Rs 3.
Home Minister Amit Shah lauded security forces for the secure and seamless Amarnath Yatra, which saw over 4.1 lakh pilgrims this year. This pilgrimage followed the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor. Shah congratulated the security forces, the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board, the J&K administration, and voluntary organizations for their commendable contributions to the successful pilgrimage.
India clinched a six-run victory against England in the final Test at The Oval, drawing the series 2-2. Mohammed Siraj's stellar performance led India's comeback after initial defeats. Irfan Pathan's social media post emphasized cricket's ongoing nature amidst team transitions. The young Indian squad showcased resilience, proving their readiness to carry the legacy forward.
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In Karnataka, three men were arrested for poisoning a school water tank in Belagavi, hospitalizing 11 students. Sagar Patil, a Sri Ram Sene leader, masterminded the act targeting a minority headmaster, aiming for his transfer. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah condemned the incident as religiously motivated, blaming the BJP for fostering division.
The Supreme Court has directed the election commission of India (ECI) to provide detailed information by August 9 regarding the removal of approximately 65 lakh voters from Bihar's draft electoral rolls. This directive follows a plea by an NGO seeking clarity on the reasons for these deletions, whether due to death, relocation, or other factors.
Legionnaires' disease, a severe pneumonia caused by Legionella bacteria, thrives in stagnant water within large air conditioning systems. The disease spreads through contaminated water droplets, leading to symptoms like fever, cough, and shortness of breath. Prevention relies on regular AC maintenance, water system flushing, and biocide treatments, especially in hotels and public buildings.
In Fasanganj Kachnaw village, a domestic dispute escalated when Nazneen Bano allegedly attacked her husband, Ansar Ahmad, with a knife, severing his genitals during a heated argument. Ahmad, who had two wives and no children, was rushed to AIIMS Raebareli for treatment. Police have taken Nazneen into custody for interrogation following the violent incident.