Ayush Shetty draws top seed Shi Yuqi in the first round of the BWF World Championships, while PV Sindhu seeks an unprecedented sixth medal, facing Sophia Noble in her opener.
The coastguard rescued the crew of an Indian-flagged commercial ship that sank in the Red Sea following an attack south of Hodeida, prompting strong condemnation from New Delhi.
India, presiding over BRICS in 2024, has invited heads of state/government and international associations to the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, September 12-13, under the slogan 'Building Resilience and Innovation for Cooperation and Sustainability'
Aam Aadmi Party leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia, protested on Firoz Shah Road in New Delhi after police stopped their march to submit 2.3 lakh petitions opposing E20 petrol.
Bangladesh urged India to clarify its stance after ousted leader Sheikh Hasina announced a planned video address at a Delhi event, marking the anniversary of the uprising that toppled her government.
Prime Minister Modi addressed recent large protests in New Delhi, mobilized by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) over examination paper leaks, calling some protesters' actions "vile abuses." Protesters have faced online abuse and police complaints, with authorities asking social media platforms to remove content targeting the premier.
Filipino food company Sheentaro, a Dry Tech Manufacturing brand, is exploring the Indian market via the Indusfood expo, targeting its large, vegetarian population. This reflects a wider trend of Southeast Asian nations diversifying partnerships towards India amidst US-China competition for regional influence.
Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Tamim Iqbal is seeking government intervention to ensure India's white-ball tour to Bangladesh in September proceeds. Diplomatic efforts between Bangladesh and India are fueling optimism for the previously postponed series, which has not yet received official confirmation.
India commissions domestically built stealth frigate INS Mahendragiri and submarine hunter INS Malvan, showcasing efforts to scale up its naval fleet and reduce foreign dependence.
India's Ministry of Home Affairs ordered GitHub to restrict access to Jack Dorsey's Bitchat app repositories, citing its ability to function during internet shutdowns. The move raises questions about the legal basis for targeting open source software.
Hong Kong's reigning foil champion, Choi, defends his title at the Kerry Fencing World Championships in Hong Kong, with his coach emphasizing mental strength as key due to recent injury and limited training.
Mandi House and Central Secretariat metro stations in Delhi have reopened after temporary closures due to security for ongoing protests at Jantar Mantar. However, the New Delhi Metro station remains shut, causing widespread commuter frustration over travel disruptions and increased costs.
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation closed the New Delhi Metro station indefinitely, following the earlier closure of 17 other stations across the capital. These closures coincided with Cockroach Janta Party protests at Jantar Mantar, demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over an alleged NEET paper leak.
The 8th Central Pay Commission announced new meetings in New Delhi on August 7 and 10, 2026, for central government and UT employee associations to present their demands. This follows a brief pause and concerns over delays, with a data submission deadline extended to July 31, 2026.
Mumbai Police launched an inquiry after a viral video allegedly showed police driver Pawan Sangle threatening student protesters with fabricated drug cases and jail if they continued agitating. Sangle has been removed from his posting at Sion police station pending inquiry.
An informal network of volunteers is sustaining the CJP protest in New Delhi, providing essential support like shade, water, and cleaning services amidst humid conditions. Participants, including students and homemakers, demonstrate solidarity and resilience, driven by personal convictions.
Indian PM Narendra Modi pledged fast-track courts to punish those involved in exam paper leaks, responding to youth-led protests in New Delhi. Demonstrations, organized by the Cockroach Janta Party, demand structural testing reforms and the Education Minister's resignation.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi faces domestic backlash over a potential trade deal with the US, which farmers fear will open markets to cheaper American imports. The protests highlight political risks for Modi as his government deepens ties with Washington amid pressure from Trump on trade and Russian oil.
An ACP was injured in stone-pelting during a Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest in central Delhi, amid heightened security. This follows violent clashes two days prior during the CJP's 'Sansad Chalo' march. CJP expressed readiness for talks with the government at a neutral venue.
Il leader del Partito del Congresso indiano Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra e Akhilesh Yadav sono stati fermati dalla polizia a New Delhi dopo aver protestato davanti alla residenza del premier Modi, chiedendo le sue dimissioni e risposte sulle brutalità contro studenti manifestanti.
Tens of thousands of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) supporters clashed with riot police in New Delhi, injuring over 170, while demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over a leaked medical exam. The youth-led movement, frustrated by unemployment and a failing education system, poses a challenge to Modi's government.
Supporters of India's youth-led Cockroach movement continue protests in New Delhi, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over alleged exam system failures. This follows a police crackdown using tear gas and batons, injuring nearly 180 people, including students and officers. Opposition leaders also joined sit-ins.
Le chef de l'opposition indienne Rahul Gandhi a exigé la démission du Premier ministre Narendra Modi après la répression violente d'une manifestation étudiante à New Delhi. Le mouvement "parti des cafards" proteste contre les fraudes aux examens et réclame des réformes universitaires et le renvoi du ministre de l'Éducation, avec des centaines de blessés lors des affrontements.
Leaders of India's "Cockroach Movement" will stop street protests in New Delhi due to police violence during a march to parliament, which injured 150. The movement, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over exam leaks, will continue its advocacy.
