President Droupadi Murmu addressed the nation on the eve of the 79th Independence Day, highlighting India's journey towards self-reliance and confident progress. She emphasized the importance of democracy, the Constitution, and remembering the pain of partition. Murmu also underscored the core values of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity, while noting the government's efforts to improve urban infrastructure.
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A shooting incident occurred in Pittsylvania County, Virginia. Several law enforcement officers sustained injuries. Representative John McGuire expressed support for the injured deputies and their families. He mentioned that he is closely monitoring the situation. Pittsylvania County is located near the border of North Carolina. Further details are awaited as the situation unfolds.
The government has capped prices for four emergency medicines. Retail prices are now fixed for 37 other drug formulations. This includes antibiotics and painkillers from specific companies. The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) issued the order. Companies must lower prices exceeding the ceiling. Manufacturers with lower prices should maintain them. This aims to make essential medicines more affordable.
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NCERT has formed an expert committee to review textbook content following concerns about a Class 8 social science textbook. The dispute arose from a map depicting parts of Rajasthan under the Maratha Empire, which was contested by historians. NCERT emphasizes that the review aligns with the National Education Policy 2020, ensuring academic integrity and transparency through evidence-based decisions.
Indian Railways has launched 'Rudrastra,' its longest freight train ever, stretching 4.5 kilometers. Composed of 354 wagons and powered by seven locomotives, the train was formed by linking six standard rakes. It journeyed from Ganjkhwaja to Garhwa Road, covering 200 km at an average speed of 40 km/h.
In a troubling incident, the Gurgaon police have taken into custody Abhilash Kumar, a 32-year-old MTech graduate, for allegedly harassing a woman at Rajiv Chowk on August 2nd. The assistant manager, hailing from Karnal, was arrested in Sector 49 after a meticulous investigation that included reviewing CCTV footage.
Pakistan Airports Authority faced a revenue loss of approximately Rs 123 crore after closing its airspace to Indian-registered aircraft between April 24 and June 30, according to Dawn. This action, following India's suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, impacted numerous Indian flights daily. A similar closure in 2019 had previously cost Pakistan an estimated Rs 228 crore.
In a significant move, the UK has added India to a list of countries whose nationals, convicted of crimes, will face immediate deportation without the option to appeal from within the UK. Under the new "deport now, appeal later" initiative, these individuals will have to participate in appeal hearings remotely from India.
Yuvraj Singh jokingly warns a content creator who mimics Rohit Sharma. The mimic is popular for his impressions. Rohit Sharma recently bought a Lamborghini Urus SE. The car has a personalized number plate. It reflects his children's birthdays and jersey number. Rohit last played in IPL 2025. India's ODI series against Bangladesh is cancelled. His next challenge is in Australia.