Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated India's contingent for securing 39 medals, including 13 golds, at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, finishing fourth. India will host the 2030 edition in Ahmedabad.
Delhi Police decided not to file a case against a 15-year-old girl accused of using abusive language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a viral video. The decision followed her public apology, where she stated she was influenced and expressed remorse for her actions.
Nigel Farage and Reform UK are experiencing a "perfect storm" of challenges, including a dip in poll ratings, a donation controversy, and a recovering Conservative Party, despite Farage's defiance and solidified core support.
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.
Over 100 artists, writers, and scientists, including New Order, urge the UK government to reverse £2.8m funding cuts for Jodrell Bank Observatory's e-Merlin network. The cuts threaten 28 jobs and vital astronomy research, impacting global projects and the UK's scientific standing.
Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham, in office for two weeks, has expressed support for a written constitution for the UK, a move he links to his administration's focus on devolving power to regional authorities.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledges "relentless" action on small boat crossings, advocating for safe routes and EU dialogue, following Spain's return of 98% of 50,000 migrants from Ceuta to Morocco. UK crossings are down 43% year-on-year.
An adviser to the Israeli prime minister, Dmitri Gendelman, stated that progress on the framework agreement with Lebanon, including troop withdrawal, hinges on Hezbollah's disarmament. The US-brokered agreement, signed in June, aims for Lebanon to regain sovereign control and Israel to withdraw from occupied areas. Further talks are scheduled for August 4-6 in Rome.
Greece is battling multiple devastating wildfires, including a major blaze west of Athens, leading to evacuations and the deaths of two firefighters in a helicopter crash. This follows earlier firefighter deaths and widespread destruction, as strong winds fan the flames across Attica and other regions.
Between January and July 2026, 14,128 people crossed the English Channel by small boat, a 42% decrease from the previous year. These crossings are the most common illegal entry method since 2020, with nearly all arrivals claiming asylum. Overcrowding has doubled since 2021, leading to increased risks and at least 84 deaths in 2024.
Two fire brigade helicopters collided mid-air in Greece while battling fierce wildfires around the Gulf of Corinth. One crew was found safe, the other's fate unclear. The fires, exacerbated by strong winds, led to evacuations and the arrest of a man on arson suspicion, with a meteorologist predicting a 'megafire' classification.
Israeli airstrikes continued in Gaza for a second day, killing at least nine Palestinians, despite US President Donald Trump's announcement of a breakthrough in ceasefire efforts. Israeli Energy Minister Eli Cohen stated there was no deal to halt attacks and expressed a need for Israel to take full control of Gaza.
Hungary's Paks nuclear plant, responsible for 40% of the nation's electricity, has fully shut down for the first time in 44 years due to record low Danube River levels, straining energy supplies and posing a major test for the economy and PM Péter Magyar.
Armenian President Vahagn Khachaturyan has appointed Nikol Pashinyan as prime minister following the Civil Contract party's victory in the June 7 parliamentary elections, where they secured 49.75% of votes.
The BJP is implementing a multi-pronged strategy to expand its influence in Punjab ahead of the next state elections. This includes outreach to the Ravidassia community, acquiring leaders from rival parties like AAP and Congress, appointing a Jat Sikh as state chief, and Prime Minister Modi's 'double-engine' development pitch while attacking the AAP and Congress governments.
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) spokesperson Ratna Singh spoke with the mother of a Noida teenager, booked for allegedly abusing PM Modi. The mother is upset the FIR remains active despite an apology video and PM's call for forgiveness, while CJP offers legal aid.
Ahmet Davutoglu, former Turkish foreign minister and prime minister, is withdrawing from party politics after his Future Party ceased activities. Once a key figure in the AK Party, he became a critic of Turkiye's "polluted political climate" and struggled to establish an independent political movement.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk condemned rising anti-Ukrainian violence and hate crimes in Poland, citing a brutal attack in Wroclaw. The incidents, fueled by historical disputes over the UPA and fake news, threaten Poland's international image and support for Ukraine, despite Tusk's efforts to de-escalate tensions and maintain aid.
The mother of a Noida teenager, booked for abusive remarks against PM Modi during a Jantar Mantar protest, thanked the PM for forgiving her daughter, calling it a "new lease of life." She requested the PM to "adopt" her daughter, secure her future, and withdraw the FIR, also appealing for a ban on social media for minors.
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez reiterated his warning that climate change "kills" as wildfires devastate the country, consuming over 180,000 hectares in 2026. He calls for reducing causes and better preparation, but faces rejection from opposition parties like the conservative People's Party (PP) and far-right Vox, who question the human-driven climate crisis and criticize government management.
A 15-year-old girl, featured in a viral video making objectionable remarks against PM Modi, expressed immense relief and gratitude after the PM stated "misguided children" should be forgiven. She described the gesture as a "second life," apologized for her actions, and alleged receiving threats and ongoing police visits despite the PM's message.
Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, asserts that the UK's devolution program, which grants regional leaders greater financial control, strengthens the argument for a written constitution. This would fundamentally alter the UK's uncodified political system, bringing it in line with most other democracies.
Hungary's Paks Nuclear Power Plant was shut down on August 2 due to critically low Danube River water levels, caused by severe heatwaves. Prime Minister Peter Magyar announced the halt, marking the first complete shutdown in 44 years.
In Negeri Sembilan, BN won 18 assembly seats, securing a supermajority of 25 with PN's seven, while PH managed 11. This result, a shift from the 2023 state election, indicates voter dissatisfaction with PH's state administration and raises questions about the political advantage of the federal PH-BN unity government for BN.
