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Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta denies the existence of a 'phansi ghar' (execution room) on the premises. He states the structure inaugurated by former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was actually a 'tiffin room'. The matter is now with the Privileges Committee for inquiry. Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and Ram Niwas Goel will be summoned.
Pakistan's army chief, General Asim Munir, sparked controversy during his US visit by making anti-India remarks, including a threat to target Reliance's Jamnagar refinery. India strongly condemned Munir's "nuclear sabre-rattling" and questioned the safety of Pakistan's nuclear arsenal. Despite Pakistan's threats, India's military strength surpasses Pakistan's, with a larger active military and a growing nuclear arsenal.
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval announced that Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to visit India. The visit is likely to occur by the end of 2025. Rahul Gandhi raised concerns about election integrity. He alleged voter fraud and accused the Election Commission of partiality. NDA leaders held a meeting to discuss the Vice-Presidential election.
The Indian Army has deployed a three-tiered robotic counter-infiltration grid along the Line of Control (LoC) in Tangdhar village of Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district, ahead of the 79th Independence Day celebrations.
Times Prime has launched 'Azaadi Unboxed,' a 10-day Independence Day campaign in partnership with Amar Chitra Katha and Tinkle. The campaign features a limited-edition comic book, 'Azaadi Ki Kahaniyaan,' highlighting lesser-known freedom fighters, along with a Tinkle story and Suppandi comic. Times Prime members will also enjoy daily offers from various brands during the campaign.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee asserted that India owes its independence to Bengal, highlighting the contributions of Rabindranath Tagore and Subhas Chandra Bose. Speaking at the Kanyashree scheme's anniversary, she condemned discrimination against Bengalis and emphasized Bengal's commitment to unity.
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.
In a tragic incident in Kushinagar, a 30-year-old mentally challenged woman, Madhuri, was allegedly killed by stray dogs. Her body was discovered in a paddy field near Arjun Dumri village, with parts eaten away. She had been missing since Monday. Locals report a persistent stray dog problem in the area, with previous incidents involving livestock.
India will host the third India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable on August 13, fostering collaboration on sustainability, digitalization, and advanced manufacturing. Singapore aims to strengthen semiconductor manufacturing cooperation and establish a Green and Digital Shipping Corridor with India. These talks precede Singapore PM Lawrence Wong's visit to India in early September, building upon the comprehensive strategic partnership.
The Gujarat High Court has instructed the Kheda district SP to take disciplinary measures against a police officer for prematurely disclosing investigation details to a complainant before the chargesheet was filed. Concerned by this breach, the HC has directed the DGP to implement training programs for police personnel across all districts.