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President Droupadi Murmu today presented the Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowships and Awards for the years 2024 and 2025 to over 100 artists in a special investiture ceremony in New Delhi. The awards were given for making contributions towards countrys performing arts, music, dance, theatre, folk and tribal arts, puppetry, traditional theatre and other allied forms. []

In Uttar Pradesh, Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority has clarified that there was no waterlogging on the Jewar International airports runway or apron area. Regarding the issue arising from rainfall in the Jewar area where Noida International Airport is located, Rakesh Kumar Singh, Chief Executive Officer of the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA), said []

Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the Gramin Gyan Setu app through video conferencing yesterday. The app has been developed to integrate libraries in the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha constituency of Gujarat. Speaking on the occasion, Mr Shah said the app was launched on the birth anniversary of Padma Shri S R Ranganathan, observed as National []

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) have confirmed that Afghanistan will host India for a three-match T20 International series at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium in Delhi from 13 to 17th next month. The series is part of Afghanistans Future Tours Program and will be played []

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the Class 12 Supplementary Examination 2026 results. Students can check their result through DigiLocker Results Portal at the results.digilocker.gov.in.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today released the autobiography of former President of India, Ram Nath Kovind, titled Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles, at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi. Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister said Today we have got the opportunity to release the autobiography of Ram Nath Kovind ji, and I []

Amid the aggressive impact of the monsoon across the country, the Meteorological Department has once again issued an alert. Delhi and Haryana are likely to receive widespread rainfall, with another spell of rain expected on August 13. The national capital may also experience thunderstorms and lightning during the active monsoon spell. The Met Department has []

Indias net direct tax collection has crossed 8.11 lakh crore in the current financial year, registering a growth of 23.09% compared to 6.59 lakh crore during the same period last year. According to Income Tax Department data, gross direct tax collection stood at 9.55 lakh crore as of August 10, 2026, marking a 19.75% increase []

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has relaxed the timelines for municipalities with listed municipal debt securities under its regulations to submit financial results to stock exchanges. Under the revised framework issued yesterday, listed municipalities will now have to submit half-yearly unaudited financial results within 60 days of the first half-year, compared with []

India continued its impressive medal-winning run at the Commonwealth Fencing Championship in Lagos, Nigeria. After securing 17 medals on the opening day on Monday, Indian fencers added more Medals to the countrys tally. Karan Singh and Sherjin Shanthimol clinched gold medals for India in the senior mens events last night. In the mens Sabre final, []

The Supreme Court has asked the 19 remaining States and Union Territories to consider declaring cancer a notifiable disease to facilitate early detection and ensure proper care of patients. A bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, issued the direction yesterday. The court was informed that 17 of the 36 States and Union []

A U.S. appeals court has allowed thousands of lawsuits against Meta Platforms, Alphabets Google, ByteDances TikTok and Snap Incs Snapchat to move forward over claims that the companies designed their products to be addictive to young users. Most appeals are filed after a case has concluded with a ruling or verdict. However, the companies argued []

As part of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta participated in a Tiranga Yatra today. The Delhi CM called upon every Delhiite to hoist the Tiranga at home and make Har Ghar Tiranga a festival of patriotism and national pride. Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant flagged off the Har Ghar Tiranga []

Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday released scholarship and fellowship funds for agriculture students from across the country through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at ICAR-IARI, Pusa. Under this initiative, a total amount of Rs 21.35 crore was released directly through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to []

A U.S. federal court has dismissed criminal charges against Indian businessman Gautam Adani in an alleged fraud and bribery case. Brooklyn-based U.S. District Judge Nicholas Garaufis approved a request by federal prosecutors to drop the case. However, the judge expressed concern over the Justice Departments decision to abandon the prosecution. The judge had sought clarification []

A Russian air strike on the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia injured 13 people. Ukraines emergency service said the attack targeted multiple locations across the city, igniting fires on the roof of a five-storey residential building and destroying at least four cars. Meanwhile, Ukrainian drone strike on the central Russian region of Tatarstan killed at least []

A powerful earthquake rocked Colombia and neighboring Latin American countries on Monday. The Mayor of Pereira, Mauricio Salazar said that the death toll has risen to at least 20. In the town of Pereira, 18 people were killed and others were trapped in buildings that collapsed while two people were killed in Manizales. The Colombian []

The Government has notified 11 more International Ports, enabling E-visa holder foreigners to enter India. The Home Ministry said that it includes nine land ports and two airports. This includes airports at Bhopal and Tirupati, and land ports at Attari and Agartala. The Ministry said that the addition of ports further enhances the attractiveness and []

Iran insisted Sunday that it would not reopen the Strait of Hormuz until the United States complied with a list of demands, including paying compensation for war damage. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Sunday that an agreement with Oman on the strait was in its final stages but repeated that the U.S. must []

Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has unveiled a special Metro train wrapped with the Har Ghar Tiranga theme on the Yellow Line to celebrate the spirit of independence. In a social media post, DMRC said that the train was unveiled as part of the week-long activities being organised to celebrate the 80th Independence Day of []

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today addressed the 57th Convocation Ceremony of IIT Delhi. Highlighting the profound emotional resonance of the ceremony, the Prime Minister reflected on the vibrant, dream-filled atmosphere of the campus. He recalled his previous virtual attendance during the COVID pandemic, expressing his deep personal satisfaction at being physically present among the graduating []

In West Asia, multiple political, military and diplomatic tracks are moving at once, reshaping the regions crisis landscape. In Tehran, Irans parliament is still reviewing the draft plan to reopen and regulate the Strait of Hormuz. The bill remains in committee, with lawmakers studying a preliminary text that would tighten oversight of foreign vessels and []

Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah will inaugurate the new office of the National Urban Co-operative Finance and Development Corporation Limited (NUCFDC) today in Mumbai. The Home Minister will also interact with representatives of State Urban Cooperative Bank Federations and district associations of Maharashtra. During the programme, a Memorandum of Understanding will be exchanged []

India has rejected the objections raised by a US lawmaker on the proposed Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, saying that its legislative matters are its internal affairs in which the decisions are taken by the Parliament. External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said this during a media briefing in New Delhi while replying to a []

President Droupadi Murmu addressed the 12th National Handloom Day celebrations at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre in New Delhi today. The President presented 22 handloom awards, including the National Handloom Awards and the Sant Kabir Awards, to honour outstanding master weavers for their exceptional craftsmanship. The ceremony also featured the official launch of new commemorative []

ndia has successfully test-fired the medium-range ballistic missile Agni-4 from the Integrated Test Range at Chandipur in Odisha. The Defence Ministry said the launch validated all operational and technical parameters of the missile. The test was carried out under the aegis of the Strategic Forces Command. The Ministry added that the successful launch marks another []

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall today over parts of Coastal Karnataka, East Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Keralam and Mahe, Odisha and South Interior Karnataka. Parts of northeast India, Delhi, Haryana, Chandigarh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Gangetic West Bengal, Karnataka and Madhya Pradesh are also expected to receive moderate to heavy rainfall during []

As India gears up to celebrate its 80th Independence Day, the fifth edition of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign is set to kick off nationwide from August 9th to 17th. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Culture, this years week-long drive carries a special focus on the spirit of Vande Mataram. Across the country, citizens are []

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has stated that the ambition of the government is to create a society where modern progress is anchored in civilisational heritage. Addressing the CD Deshmukh Lecture 2026 in New Delhi, the Union Finance Minister said Indias destiny is to become prosperous without becoming consumerist, wealthy without becoming materialistic and globally []

The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, has called upon citizens to celebrate National Handloom Day on 7th August by promoting Indias rich and diverse handloom traditions. Share your videos with your favourite handloom products, including GRWM videos on social media, PM Modi said. PM Modi posted on X; 7th August is National Handloom Day. Lets make []

Russia launched a major overnight missile and drone assault on Ukraine, killing at least 17 people and injuring dozens in Kyiv and the surrounding region. Residential buildings and warehouses were hit, triggering fires across multiple districts of the capital. Ukraines Air Force said it was unable to intercept any of the 28 Russian missiles fired []

An explanation of whether public servants fall within the ambit of the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Act, 2026.

Ethanol is a high-octane fuel, with a research octane number of about 108.5, compared to 84.4 for petrol. E20 raises the effective octane rating of Indian petrol to around 95, improving combustion in modern engines. Vehicles calibrated for E20 can deliver better acceleration, smoother performance, and lower emissions.

In the Lok Sabha, the Taxation and Other Laws ( Amendment) Bill, 2026 is listed for consideration and passing in todays business of the House. The Bill seeks to amend the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, the Income-tax Act, 2025, and the Finance Act, 2026. In the Rajya Sabha, the Appropriation (No.3) Bill, 2026 []

The Prime Minister Narendra Modi, today marked seven years since the historic abrogation of Articles 370 and 35(A), describing 5th August 2019 as a defining milestone in Indias journey towards inclusive development. PM Modi noted that over the past seven years, the people of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh have witnessed wide-ranging transformation across sectors. []

Political Affairs Committee today reaffirmed its demand for the appointment of a ministerial-level interlocutor to advance the Naga political peace process and resolved to engage stakeholders in preparing a roadmap towards an early and inclusive solution. The development comes in the backdrop of the PAC meeting chaired by Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio in Kohima. Briefing []

The Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 has been introduced in the Lok Sabha today. The Bill brings major reforms across manufacturing, data-centre operations, mining, business trusts and global fund management. It extends key exemptions, eases compliance rules and strengthens Indias aim to attract high-value foreign investment. The CBDT has issued a comprehensive FAQ []

Government of India has undertaken development of industrial townships under the National Industrial Corridor Development Programme (NICDP), through Special Purpose Vehicles formed jointly with the State Government. The project development activities include identification of industrial nodes as per the prioritisation of the State government, followed by preparation and approval of concept master plan and development []

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said that the government has taken several significant steps to enhance farmers income and ensure agricultural sustainability. Replying to supplementaries in the Rajya Sabha today, Ms Sitharaman said, under the Minimum Support Price MSP framework, emphasis has been laid on promoting crops such as sugarcane, cereals, pulses, oilseeds, and other []

Iran said today there were no talks under way with the United States and no plans for any meetings, contradicting U.S. President Donald Trump who had said that negotiations with Iran through intermediaries are scheduled to take place today. Speaking to reporters on board Air Force One, Mr. Trump had said that diplomatic engagements involving []

In Assembly by-elections, the BJP has retained the Manjalpur seat in Gujarats Vadodara district, with its candidate, Satendrabhai Patel, defeating Congress nominee Bhikhabhai Rabari by over thirty thousand votes. According to the Election Commission, Mr Patel secured 55,481 votes, while Mr Rabari polled 24,851 votes after all 20 rounds of counting. The bypoll was necessitated []

A heatwave pushed temperatures close to 40C across much of Italy on August 3, prompting red alerts in 25 cities. Forecasters said that the heatwave will likely continue until Friday, August 7. Italy is among several European countries facing extreme summer temperatures, with scientists warning that heatwaves are becoming more frequent as Europe warms faster []

Israel said on Monday that it had expressed concern to the United States about a plan to end the Gaza war hailed by President Donald Trump, as it kept up strikes on the Palestinian territory. It marks the latest sign of disconnect between President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who faces a tough []

The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) Parliamentary Partys weekly strategy meeting, known as Mangal Milan, will be held in the Parliament House this morning. The meetings are traditionally held on Tuesdays during Parliament sessions with an aim to demonstrate complete alliance unity. The meeting last took place on the 28th of July. MPs from Trinamools breakaway []

Lok Sabha has passed the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026. The bill aims to further amend the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Act, 1956, for increasing the number of Judges of the Apex Court from the present 33 to 37 (excluding the Chief Justice of India). In May this year, President Droupadi []

Russias Defence Ministry said on Sunday that its air defence systems intercepted and destroyed 635 Ukrainian drones overnight across more than a dozen regions. Separately, two people were killed in a Ukrainian drone strike in Russias southwestern Saratov region, Governor Roman Busargin said. In another incident, three people were killed and 15 others injured in []

Iran on Saturday warned Gulf countries against allowing the United States and Israel to use their territory to launch attacks on the country. According to the Fars news agency, Irans Foreign Ministry said in a statement that governments in the region have a legal, religious and moral duty to prevent the US and Israel from []

Indias coal production witnessed a growth of 7.51% in July 2026, compared to the same period last year. The overall coal production in the country during July 2026 reached 69.75 MT (Provisional), marking an increase over the 64.88 MT produced July, 2025. Meanwhile coal dispatch in July 2026 showed a robust growth of 17.34% YoY []

Over eighty-eight lakh six thousand (88,06,000) enumeration forms across the national capital have been digitised as of yesterday. According to the Office of Chief Electoral Officer of Delhi, about one crore forty-five lakh forms have been distributed as part of the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Delhi. The house-to-house distribution of electoral enumeration []

The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, has congratulated Neeraj Chopra on winning the Silver medal in the Mens Javelin event at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow. The Prime Minister said that Neeraj Chopra has once again demonstrated remarkable consistency, composure and spirit. PM Modi said that Neeraj Chopras achievements make every Indian proud and extended []