Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after government assurances. Concurrently, PM Modi announced a new Bill with stringent provisions, including fast-track courts, to combat examination paper leaks, to be introduced in Parliament next week.
Rahul Gandhi attacked PM Modi for not addressing demands for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak, calling PM Modi's video message an insult to students' intelligence. Modi announced a new Bill for stringent punishment against paper leaks, while protests continue nationwide.
Veteran BJP leader Murli Manohar Joshi backed students protesting the alleged NEET paper leak, condemning police action and urging empathy. His intervention highlights an escalating political clash between BJP and opposition over the issue, with PM Modi announcing fast-track courts for paper leak cases.
Actor Salman Khan initially supported student protests against the NEET paper leak but later backed PM Narendra Modi's promise of strict action, urging students to return home and activist Sonam Wangchuk to end his hunger strike.
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor used a poetic couplet to criticize PM Modi's "delayed" response to paper leak cases and student protests. Modi announced fast-track courts and stringent punishment for those involved, emphasizing youth welfare.
Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke mocked PM Modi's announcement of fast-track courts for NEET paper leaks, sharing a meme about Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Protesters demand Pradhan's resignation, compensation for affected students, and withdrawal of FIRs against peaceful demonstrators.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the media before the Monsoon Session, emphasizing Indian youth's aspirations and national achievements like Skyroot's rocket launch. He urged the opposition to use logic in Parliament, while also taking a veiled swipe at Rahul Gandhi amid protests over issues like the NEET-UG paper leak.
India announced a one-day national mourning on July 13, 2026, following the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Father Emir of Qatar. The national flag will be flown at half-mast, and official entertainment will be canceled as a mark of respect for the former ruler, who passed away at 74.
PM Modi used cricket analogies to describe India-Australia ties, comparing meetings to ODI focus, T20 swiftness, and Test match endurance. Both nations will host major sporting events, boosting cooperation and investment. They also condemned terrorism and signed a nuclear cooperation agreement.
Prime Minister Modi's visit to Australia strengthens strategic ties, enhancing Indo-Pacific stability. Defense cooperation, including joint exercises and military facility access via MLSA, is a key pillar, reflecting a shared goal for a free and rules-based Indo-Pacific.
PM Narendra Modi urged Australian businesses to invest in India during his visit, highlighting its growth story and potential in sectors like clean energy and infrastructure. Discussions focused on expanding cooperation, with AustralianSuper announcing a AUD 500 million investment in India's NIIF.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Melbourne for talks with Australian PM Anthony Albanese, aiming to strengthen the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership across defense, trade, education, and mobility, following a productive visit to Indonesia.
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's 'Indian DNA' remark deeply resonated with PM Narendra Modi, who praised it as a symbol of trust and shared heritage during his visit to Jakarta. Subianto also expressed admiration for India's growth and PM Modi's policies.
PM Narendra Modi used the number eight, significant in Indonesian culture for prosperity, to underscore his friendship with President Prabowo Subianto and close India-Indonesia ties during a diaspora address in Jakarta. He noted both India's Republic Day (2+6=8) and Prabowo's birthday (1+7=8) reduce to the number.
PM Narendra Modi addressed the Indonesian Parliament, emphasizing shared history, culture, and democratic values. He called for stronger bilateral cooperation, stating India and Indonesia can shape the Indo-Pacific and strengthen global democracy. Modi highlighted historical links, including Ramayana and Mahabharata, and geographical proximity, calling the sea a bridge. He also received Indonesia's highest civilian honor and witnessed the signing of 20 agreements.
Renowned Pandavani singer Teejan Bai has passed away in Raipur after a prolonged illness. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai expressed deep grief, calling her death an "irreplaceable loss" to art and culture and stating her performances gave the folk art form global recognition.
India and Japan signed a Memorandum of Cooperation and adopted a joint roadmap on economic security at their 16th Annual Summit in New Delhi. The nations agreed to boost collaboration in AI, shipbuilding, biogas, semiconductors, critical technologies, and defense, aiming for 10 trillion Yen in Japanese investment in India.
India and Japan advanced their strategic and economic partnership at the 16th Annual Summit in New Delhi, signing a Memorandum of Cooperation, a joint statement on AI, and their first defence co-development project, aiming for increased Japanese investment and regional stability.
Following a deadly earthquake in Venezuela, a 41-member Indian Army medical team, part of the 60 Parachute Field Ambulance, deployed with 66 tonnes of aid via two C-17 aircraft. Operating under 'Operation Amistad', they provide emergency care, utilizing advanced BHISHM cubes for rapid disaster response.
Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot accused the BJP of using the Kanhaiya Lal murder case for electoral gains while failing to ensure a speedy trial, alleging that only 21 of 180 witnesses have been examined four years after the incident in Udaipur.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged states to expedite the rollout of e-Zero FIRs, a system that automatically converts verified cyber-fraud complaints into FIRs. This digital initiative aims to bypass jurisdictional barriers and enable immediate action against fraudsters, addressing the growing threat of organized cybercrime in India. The CBI's Operation Chakra-VI recently conducted a major crackdown, arresting individuals involved in money laundering and uncovering fraudulent websites.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor's statement that PM Modi raised concerns about civilian sailors with US President Trump has drawn criticism from his own party, with spokesperson Pawan Khera suggesting Tharoor can "hear what Modi doesn't even say."
PM Narendra Modi presented traditional Indian gifts, including Kalamkari paintings, handwoven textiles, and ancient Ayurvedic texts, to leaders in France and Slovakia. The gifts highlighted India's rich cultural heritage and craftsmanship.
The Indian Rupee gained 20 paise against the US dollar in early trade on Friday, reaching 94.20. Optimism surrounding an India-US trade agreement, coupled with improved foreign inflows and lower crude oil prices, fueled the recovery from its previous all-time closing low.
