Exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen opposes the ban on Awami League, calling it anti-democratic. She criticizes Bangladesh's political climate, the rise of religious fundamentalism, and alleged minority persecution, also demanding the release of jailed Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das.
India's crude oil imports from Russia reached a record 2.8 million barrels per day in July, constituting over half of its purchases. Concurrently, Indian refiners increased sourcing from West Asian suppliers as oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz normalized.
Despite over Rs 9,800 crore invested since 2011 in court infrastructure and technology, Indian courts face a massive backlog of cases, with thousands pending for decades. Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal attributes delays to judicial vacancies and the judiciary's failure to set disposal timeframes, while the government has enacted new laws to reduce pendency.
An Indian parliamentary panel has proposed a new statutory framework for "inward re-domiciliation," allowing overseas companies to migrate to India while retaining their legal identity. This initiative, to be recommended in an upcoming report, aims to simplify the relocation process for Indian-origin firms and update corporate law.
PM Modi launched the 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan' campaign, urging youth to reject drug abuse and families to communicate openly. He called for respecting drug survivors and announced strict action against traffickers, noting the campaign will run for 100 weeks.
A 5.6 magnitude earthquake struck 38 km north of Suez, Egypt, early Monday. Egypt's National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics reported no casualties or property damage. The Egyptian Red Crescent activated emergency plans, urging residents to avoid damaged buildings.
A magnitude 5.4 earthquake struck off Egypt early Monday at a shallow depth of 10 km. The Egyptian Red Crescent activated emergency plans in affected governorates but reported no casualties or property damage so far. Residents are advised to avoid damaged buildings and follow official updates.
Indian companies face significant cost volatility due to the prolonged West Asia conflict and emerging El Nino conditions, leading to commodity inflation, rising freight charges, and exchange rate instability. This forces price hikes, squeezing margins, and raising concerns about a potential hit to discretionary consumer demand.
DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran fiercely rebutted Rahul Gandhi's "treachery" accusation against parties supporting the Lok Sabha delimitation bill, citing Congress's past betrayal. BJP hopes DMK's lingering anger will secure its backing for key legislative measures.
India's National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued a Rs 7.5 crore tender for a security firm to protect its premises, confidential records, and examination material after a recent paper leak. The move aims to tighten controls across the examination chain, with technical capability weighted at 70% in bidder selection.
For the first time since the Covid pandemic, fatalities on India's national highways (NHs) declined by 4.1% to 62,122 in 2025 from 64,772 in 2024, despite an overall rise in road deaths. Government data submitted to Lok Sabha shows 20 states recorded a decline, with Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Punjab seeing the steepest falls, while states like Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra reported increases.
Congress has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah of avoiding Parliament while the Opposition raises the Ayodhya donation scam issue. MP Pramod Tiwari demanded a Supreme Court-monitored SIT probe, vowing to take the matter to the public and persist in the fight.
On-demand house-help platforms Snabbit and Urban Company's InstaHelp each completed over 1 lakh jobs on Sunday, driven by intense competition and promotional pricing as low as Rs 29 per hour in some locations, reflecting growing consumer demand.
Tata Trusts chairman Noel Tata advocated for allowing for-profit education in India to attract investment and improve quality, noting many students go abroad. He also detailed Tata Trusts' plans to build new educational institutions and 40-50 not-for-profit hospitals across India.
India's Private Equity-Venture Capital investments hit $20.3 billion in Jan-July 2026, a 6% dip from last year, with July 2026 investments flat. Brookfield's Lumara led July deals. Venture Intelligence founder Arun Natarajan notes continued investor faith despite global challenges, with optimism from recent healthy exits.
Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina, who fled to India two years ago after a security crackdown, is expected to make her first public appearance this week via a virtual address from New Delhi. Dhaka continues to seek her extradition while New Delhi maintains she cannot conduct political activities.
Roy Kim, a 13-year-old Oregon student, developed a device using a Peltier Module to convert air moisture into water. This innovation provides a sustainable water source for drought-prone farmers and earned him a spot as a top 10 finalist in the 3M Young Scientist Challenge.
The 2026 Commonwealth Games concluded in Glasgow, with Scotland formally handing over the ceremonial baton to India, marking the start of the countdown to the centenary 2030 Games in Ahmedabad. India finished fourth in the medal standings with 39 medals, despite a smaller contingent and reduced program.
Tel Aviv University researchers developed a statistical model predicting which Red Sea fish species will invade the Mediterranean via the Suez Canal, aiding early detection and conservation planning as sea temperatures rise.
Thalapathy Vijay's action drama 'Jana Nayagan' saw a significant jump in box office collections on its second Sunday, earning ₹10.70 crore India net on Day 11. This strong performance, including ₹3 crore from overseas, pushed its worldwide gross to ₹295.92 crore, nearing the ₹300 crore mark.
The Mekedatu dam project on the Cauvery river, proposed by Karnataka, has sparked a political conflict in Tamil Nadu, with governing and opposition parties trading accusations instead of uniting against the project.
In Bihar's Begusarai, a mother of two was allegedly raped by a co-villager and then, instead of receiving support, was reportedly forced by a local panchayat to lick sputum. The incident from June 5 surfaced after a video went viral, leading to an FIR on July 31 and an ongoing police investigation.
Former England all-rounder Moeen Ali has identified Ashish Nehra, head coach of Gujarat Titans, as the sharpest cricketing mind he has worked with, surpassing figures like MS Dhoni. Ali cited Nehra's deep understanding of the game and his successful coaching tenure with Gujarat Titans, including an IPL title win.
Atmospheric scientists, led by NSF NCAR, developed a statistical tool using logistic regression to predict hurricane rapid intensification up to five days in advance for Atlantic storms. This new method analyzes 55 factors, offering longer warning times for coastal communities.
Sun Pharma has initiated a proactive voluntary withdrawal of eleven ophthalmic products, including Depopred and Brinolar, from the Indian market. The company cited 'abundant precaution' but did not specify the reason for the withdrawal.
India's first draft rules for the SHANTI Act, 2025, are under discussion with ministries and industry to operationalize the law. The Act aims to achieve 100 GW nuclear power by 2047, consolidating regulation and opening the sector to private and foreign entities, with final notifications expected in months.
Donald Trump announced he is calling off threatened US military strikes on Iran, citing ongoing negotiations with Iran and Middle Eastern countries to finalize a deal. The proposed agreement aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and address Iran's nuclear threat, amidst domestic political challenges for Trump.
Canada is implementing ten significant federal laws and rule changes starting August 2026, impacting student grants, private college eligibility, foreign influence registration, military justice, real-time payments, cosmetic labeling, tobacco warnings, and pet-food import certifications.
नॉर्वे के 19 वर्षीय जोहान्स नैटलैंड को ब्रिटेन में हत्या की साज़िश के आरोप में गिरफ़्तार किया गया। उन्हें ईरान से जुड़े स्वीडिश आपराधिक गिरोह फ़ॉक्सट्रॉट द्वारा भेजा गया था।
A rare king cobra nest, built by the only known snake species to do so, was discovered in Nepal's Ambe Community Forest. The find prompted authorities to limit public access and increase surveillance to protect the vulnerable species and local residents during the crucial breeding period.
India and Iran are negotiating Chabahar Port management, with India seeking legal guarantees from Iran for its rights as US seeks peace talks with Tehran. The port is crucial for India's strategic outreach to Central Asia, and India aims to prevent China from claiming it if its role diminishes.
India's Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has been completely overhauled, splitting into two departments: Capital Development and Urban Development. This administrative revamp, involving new leadership and personnel shifts, aims to streamline urban governance and accelerate infrastructure projects, particularly in Delhi.
New Orleans collects used Christmas trees, bundles them, and drops them by helicopter into coastal marshes to trap sediment and strengthen wetlands, combating Louisiana's significant land loss. This nearly 30-year program aids marsh plant growth, reduces wave energy, and provides habitat for wildlife.
A Massachusetts farm is pioneering agrivoltaics by installing 832 elevated solar panels over active berry fields. This system generates renewable electricity while creating a cooler microclimate that helps retain soil moisture and surprisingly yields larger, juicier, and sweeter berries compared to those grown in full sun.
Punjab government is resisting Attorney General R Venkataramani's proposal for a cashless settlement of a 15-year-old Supreme Court decree concerning Bhakra Nangal and Beas power dues with Himachal Pradesh and Haryana. While Himachal and Haryana agreed, Punjab cited substantial losses, prompting the SC to warn of consequences.
Tony Romo's uncertain status at CBS following a DUI arrest has sparked speculation about the network's lead NFL broadcast booth. Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has emerged as a prominent name in discussions, despite his past public comments indicating disinterest in calling NFL games, though he has shown comfort in front of a national audience.
Michigan landowner Susan Miller sued Toll Brothers and other developers in Washtenaw County, alleging ignored property rights, altered water flow, and improper recording of easement changes for a 107-luxury home project with wastewater plants near her 19 acres.
Brittany Mahomes received United WE's inaugural Champion for Change Award, advocating for women's leadership and equity. As co-owner of the Kansas City Current, she emphasized normalizing women in power for future generations, highlighting CPKC Stadium as a symbol of progress in women's sports.
India concluded the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, securing fourth place with 39 medals (13 gold, 17 silver, 9 bronze). The campaign featured a record 16-medal day, boxing dominance with 10 medals, and historic firsts, despite near misses on the final day, marking one of India's strongest performances.
India's Gulveer Singh made history at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, securing a silver medal in the 10,000m and a bronze in the 5,000m, becoming the first Indian to win two athletics medals at a single Games. His coach, Scott Simmons, praised his untapped potential and finishing speed.
Parle has launched a limited edition Tiramisu-flavored Melody toffee exclusively on Blinkit, explicitly celebrating India-Italy friendship. This follows PM Modi's viral gift of Melody toffees to Italian PM Meloni, turning the decades-old candy into a diplomatic symbol.
India secured 39 medals (13 gold, 17 silver, 9 bronze) at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, falling short of 50 but achieving landmark performances in boxing, para sports, and judo, with Mirabai Chanu winning a third successive gold.
Footballer Lamine Yamal's journey is marked by his family's struggles, including his mother becoming a teen parent, his father's immigrant challenges and a near-fatal attack, and his grandmother's undocumented migration, all of which shaped his gratitude and drive.
Deshaun Watson's six interceptions in the first four days of 2026 Cleveland Browns training camp have intensified the quarterback competition with Shedeur Sanders, who recorded only one interception. Despite Watson's struggles, WR Jerry Jeudy reportedly favors him, adding drama to the decision.
India concluded the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with a total of 39 medals (13 gold, 17 silver, 9 bronze), falling short of the 50-medal mark achieved in previous editions since 2002, but achieving success in new events and landmark performances.
