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National 7/29/2026

Air India Express Lifts Cargo Fees, Bolstering Assam's Desperate Flood Relief Efforts

In a crucial move to accelerate aid to flood-ravaged Assam, Air India Express has waived all cargo charges for non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and humanitarian agencies transporting essential relief materials. This initiative, announced on July 28, 2026, means vital supplies like food, medicines, and shelter kits can now reach the state's most affected districts faster and without extra cost, providing a much-needed boost to ongoing rescue operations.

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Air India Express Lifts Cargo Fees, Bolstering Assam's Desperate Flood Relief Efforts
National 7/29/2026

Delhi High Court Seals Paytm Payments Bank's Fate, Orders Winding Up After RBI Crackdown

In a decisive move, the Delhi High Court has formally ordered the winding up of Paytm Payments Bank Limited (PPBL), marking the final chapter in a prolonged regulatory saga. This follows the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) earlier cancellation of PPBL's banking licence in April 2026, citing 'persistent regulatory violations' and concerns that the bank's operations were detrimental to its depositors' interests.

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Delhi High Court Seals Paytm Payments Bank's Fate, Orders Winding Up After RBI Crackdown
National 7/29/2026

Patna Hospitals Overwhelmed as Monsoon Triggers Sharp Rise in Viral Fever Cases

Patna's major hospitals are currently battling a significant surge in viral fever and influenza-like illnesses, with a 30-40% increase in patient numbers over the past two months. Doctors at facilities like Patna Medical College and Hospital (PMCH) and AIIMS-Patna are linking this alarming rise directly to the unpredictable fluctuating temperatures and the onset of the monsoon season. This sudden spike is placing considerable strain on healthcare resources, particularly affecting vulnerable populations such as young children and the elderly.

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Patna Hospitals Overwhelmed as Monsoon Triggers Sharp Rise in Viral Fever Cases
National 7/28/2026

Bengaluru Metro's Yellow Line Gears Up: Final Trainset Arrives, Faster Rides Ahead

Bengaluru's commuters are on the cusp of a significantly smoother ride as the Yellow Line of the Namma Metro has just received its 15th and final six-coach trainset at the Hebbagodi depot. This critical delivery paves the way for the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) to slash peak-hour waiting times from the current seven minutes down to a mere four to five minutes, promising a major boost to urban mobility in the city.

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Bengaluru Metro's Yellow Line Gears Up: Final Trainset Arrives, Faster Rides Ahead
National 7/28/2026

Bombay High Court Halves Maintenance: Earning Spouses Must Share Financial Burden

In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court has halved a husband's monthly interim maintenance payment from Rs 50,000 to Rs 25,000, asserting that 'equality cannot be claimed selectively' when both spouses earn an income. Justice M.M. Sathaye emphasized that both parties must contribute financially if they wish to maintain a particular lifestyle, marking a crucial shift in the judicial approach to spousal support in India. This decision comes as a 41-year-old chartered accountant successfully petitioned the court, challenging a previous family court order.

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Bombay High Court Halves Maintenance: Earning Spouses Must Share Financial Burden
National 7/28/2026

India's IPO Market Booms: Over 245 Companies Line Up Amid Strong Investor Confidence

India's Initial Public Offering (IPO) market is hitting a new stride, with a robust pipeline of over 245 companies eyeing public listings, signaling strong investor confidence and a resilient economy. According to a recent report by Equirus, 175 firms currently hold valid SEBI observations for their Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) documents, while another 70 are actively awaiting the market regulator's green light. This significant activity marks a mainboard issuance high for the past three years, both in terms of deal count and the sheer amount of money raised.

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India's IPO Market Booms: Over 245 Companies Line Up Amid Strong Investor Confidence
National 7/28/2026

India Greenlights ₹10, ₹20 Polymer Note Trials: A New Era for Indian Currency?

In a move set to transform India's cash ecosystem, the Modi government has given a green light to the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) proposal to conduct extensive field trials for two billion polymer banknotes in ₹10 and ₹20 denominations. This decision, announced by Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary, marks a significant revival of a long-standing plan aimed at boosting the lifespan and security of India's most frequently used currency.

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India Greenlights ₹10, ₹20 Polymer Note Trials: A New Era for Indian Currency?
National 7/28/2026

India Fortifies Telecom Future: IISc Joins C-DOT, FSID for Quantum-Ready Networks

India just made a big move to secure its digital future, with the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) and the Foundation for Science Innovation and Development (FSID) joining hands with IISc Bengaluru to set up a new Centre of Excellence (CoE). This latest partnership, C-DOT's fifth such hub across India, will supercharge research into next-generation telecom, focusing on crucial areas like 5G Advanced, 6G, Artificial Intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and quantum technologies. It is a clear signal of India's commitment to building its own advanced communication systems and reducing reliance on foreign tech.

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India Fortifies Telecom Future: IISc Joins C-DOT, FSID for Quantum-Ready Networks
National 7/28/2026

Gadkari Sues Tech Giants Over AI Deepfakes Linking Family to E20 Fuel Profits

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has taken a firm stand against misinformation, moving the Bombay High Court to address a surge of social media posts and AI-generated deepfake content that falsely link him and his family to business gains from the government's E20 ethanol-blended fuel program. On Monday, the court granted him permission to initiate a civil suit against major tech companies like Meta Platforms, X Corp, and Google LLC, alongside unidentified creators of the alleged defamatory content. Gadkari vehemently denies any personal or family financial involvement, asserting that the E20 initiative is managed by the Union Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, not his own department.

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Gadkari Sues Tech Giants Over AI Deepfakes Linking Family to E20 Fuel Profits
National 7/28/2026

India's Anti-Paper Leak Bill Heads for Lok Sabha Debate Amid Student Protests

India's government today moved to tackle the rampant issue of examination paper leaks, with Union Minister Jitendra Singh introducing the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha. This significant legislation, designed to introduce tougher penalties and faster justice for exam fraud, comes amidst widespread student protests and parliamentary disruptions following recent controversies like the NEET-UG paper leak. The Bill aims to restore public trust in the country's crucial public examination system by strengthening existing laws and mechanisms.

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India's Anti-Paper Leak Bill Heads for Lok Sabha Debate Amid Student Protests
National 7/28/2026

Himachal Pradesh Batters Under Monsoon Fury: 108 Roads Blocked, 15 Dead Amid Rescue Efforts

Heavy monsoon rains continue to wreak havoc across Himachal Pradesh, leaving 108 roads blocked and claiming 15 lives since June 30, despite ongoing efforts to restore essential services. The state's Mandi and Kullu districts remain the hardest hit, grappling with extensive road closures caused by landslides and debris, severely impacting daily life and connectivity.

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Himachal Pradesh Batters Under Monsoon Fury: 108 Roads Blocked, 15 Dead Amid Rescue Efforts
National 7/28/2026

HPU Students Head to Italy for Disaster-Risk Research with Oceanography Institute

Himachal Pradesh University (HPU) in Shimla has just inked a deal with Italy's National Institute of Oceanography and Applied Geophysics (OGS), setting the stage for HPU students to travel to Italy for cutting-edge research. This landmark Memorandum of Understanding, signed on Monday, focuses on crucial areas like disaster-risk reduction and Himalayan studies, opening up global academic doors and strengthening international scientific ties for Indian students.

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HPU Students Head to Italy for Disaster-Risk Research with Oceanography Institute
National 7/28/2026

Punjabi Star Resham Singh's Defender Breakdown Ignites India's E20 Fuel Debate

Punjabi singer Resham Singh Anmol has recently fueled the national debate around E20 petrol after his luxury Land Rover Defender 110 suffered a fuel pump failure, which his service center blamed on 'bad fuel'. Anmol, whose vehicle is E20-compliant, publicly alleged a 'scam' where petrol pumps might be mixing excessive ethanol, demanding authorities to disclose lists of stations offering premium, lower-ethanol fuels. This incident comes amidst a surge of public complaints and social media videos from motorists nationwide, reporting engine problems and reduced mileage after using the new 20% ethanol-blended petrol.

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Punjabi Star Resham Singh's Defender Breakdown Ignites India's E20 Fuel Debate
National 7/28/2026

India's Youth Challenge Modi Government Over AI Surveillance at Mass Protests

Indian activists are currently challenging Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government in the Delhi High Court over the use of AI-powered surveillance at recent large-scale youth protests. This legal battle, spearheaded by student activist Aishe Ghosh, seeks to declare mass surveillance unconstitutional and establish clear guidelines for how such technology can be used by the state, even as the initial protests have concluded. The controversy erupted when demonstrators shared images of mobile police surveillance vans equipped with 360-degree cameras, raising serious questions about privacy and civil liberties in a country without specific laws for facial recognition.

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India's Youth Challenge Modi Government Over AI Surveillance at Mass Protests
National 7/27/2026

India Rushes Tougher Anti-Paper Leak Law Amid Student Outcry, Parliamentary Storm

India's government today introduced a tougher anti-paper leak law in the Lok Sabha, proposing up to 10 years in jail and massive fines for those involved in exam malpractices, but the move was met with immediate uproar from opposition parties. They demanded accountability for alleged police brutality against student protesters, especially during the recent 'Sansad Chalo' march, before any legislative debate could proceed. This new bill comes after weeks of intense nationwide student protests over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, a scandal that even forced the Education Minister to resign just days ago.

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India Rushes Tougher Anti-Paper Leak Law Amid Student Outcry, Parliamentary Storm
National 7/27/2026

Medical Interns Face Grilling in West Bengal's Sebaashray Health Camp 'Scam' Probe

Medical interns and students who participated in the controversial Sebaashray health camps, organized by Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee, are now facing intense questioning by the West Bengal Health Department and the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). This critical development follows West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari's recent assertion in the Assembly that these camps were a 'big scam,' showcasing photographs of patients allegedly suffering severe injuries, including limb amputations, after receiving treatment.

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Medical Interns Face Grilling in West Bengal's Sebaashray Health Camp 'Scam' Probe
National 7/27/2026

Zydus' Desidustat Enters Pivotal Phase III Trial for Sickle Cell Disease in India

Zydus Lifesciences has secured a critical green light from India's top drug regulator, the DCGI, to kick off a Phase III clinical trial for its oral drug Desidustat in patients battling Sickle Cell Disease (SCD). This 203-day study, a major step toward potentially transforming treatment for millions in India, will evaluate the drug's safety and effectiveness in combating anemia, a hallmark of SCD, and is being conducted in close collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). The move comes after promising Phase II results and holds immense significance for a country grappling with one of the world's highest burdens of this genetic blood disorder.

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Zydus' Desidustat Enters Pivotal Phase III Trial for Sickle Cell Disease in India
National 7/27/2026

Rajya Sabha in Uproar: NEET Scandal and Police Action Stall Parliament

India's Rajya Sabha was adjourned yet again on Monday until 2 pm, marking the sixth straight day of disruptions in the Monsoon Session as a furious Opposition escalated its demands for accountability over the alleged NEET paper leak and the government's handling of student protests. Lawmakers from across opposition parties halted proceedings, accusing the government of police brutality against student demonstrators and citing the recent resignation of the Education Minister as proof of grave systemic failures.

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Rajya Sabha in Uproar: NEET Scandal and Police Action Stall Parliament
National 7/27/2026

Supreme Court Slams 'Lathi Charge' on Protesters, Upholds Peaceful Dissent as Fundamental Right

The Supreme Court of India today delivered a sharp rebuke to police action, declaring that protests, even agitated ones, do not automatically justify a 'lathi charge.' The Apex Court underscored that the right to peaceful protest is 'absolutely guaranteed,' while agreeing to hear petitions regarding alleged police excesses during the recent July 20 Parliament march by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) in Delhi.

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Supreme Court Slams 'Lathi Charge' on Protesters, Upholds Peaceful Dissent as Fundamental Right
National 7/27/2026

India Cracks Down: New Bill Targets Exam Cheats with Tougher Laws and Fast Courts

In a big move to stop cheating in exams, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh today introduced the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha. This new Bill aims to make the current law, which was passed just two years ago, much stronger by adding stricter punishments and faster ways to handle cases of cheating and paper leaks. It comes after a lot of anger from students and the public over recent exam scandals that have shaken trust in how public tests are conducted.

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India Cracks Down: New Bill Targets Exam Cheats with Tougher Laws and Fast Courts
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