Tushar Gandhi criticized governors, alleging some disrupt governance in opposition-ruled states and act as 'hitmen.' He accused communal forces of manipulating the educated upper class, fostering irrationality and persecution of minorities. The grandson of Mahatma Gandhi also condemned the National Education Policy 2020 for promoting a slave mentality and hiding realities, advocating for state-specific education models.
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In a move to inspire students, the NCERT syllabus will now include chapters on Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Brigadier Mohammad Usman, and Major Somnath Sharma. These additions, across Urdu and English textbooks for classes VII and VIII, aim to instill values of courage and duty.
Arjun Tendulkar, son of Sachin Tendulkar, is engaged to Sanniya Chandhok on August 13, 2025. The couple's age difference mirrors Sachin's marriage to Anjali, who was older than him. Arjun, a cricketer, follows in his father's footsteps both on and off the field, embracing a relationship that defies societal norms, much like his father did.
In Varanasi, a man named Faizan was arrested for murdering his lover's 10-year-old son, who he saw as an obstacle to their relationship. While being taken to recover the body, Faizan attempted to escape by snatching a policeman's pistol. During the ensuing exchange of fire, he was shot in the leg and is now hospitalized under police custody.
A significant data privacy lapse at IIT-Roorkee has exposed the personal information of over 30,000 students and alumni on a public website for years. The leaked database includes sensitive details like mobile numbers, caste, financial background, and photographs. The institute has launched an internal inquiry into the breach, suspecting the data was siphoned from the academic affairs department.
Following public outcry, Chief Justice B R Gavai intervened after a two-judge bench ordered the removal of all stray dogs from Delhi and NCR. The case has been reassigned to a three-judge bench led by Justice Vikram Nath for rehearing.
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.
NHAI has introduced an annual toll pass for FASTag users, witnessing approximately 1.4 lakh purchases and transactions on the first day. The pass, priced at Rs 3,000, is valid for a year or 200 toll plaza crossings for non-commercial vehicles. NHAI has deployed officials and strengthened its helpline to ensure a smooth experience for pass users.
The Indian Society for Organ Transplantation (ISOT) suggests considering organs from deceased donors with diabetes or hypertension for transplantation, emphasizing that benefits often outweigh risks. A detailed assessment co-authored by doctors from 32 top Indian medical institutions, supports individualized risk assessment of donor organs and recipient profiles, rather than outright rejection.