Delhi High Court Declares NSE a Public Authority Under RTI Act
Delhi High Court ruled the National Stock Exchange of India a public authority under the RTI Act. The Right to Information Act grants citizens the right to access information from public authorities. The Delhi High Court dismissed an appeal by the National Stock Exchange of India.
India condemned the demolition of a 125-year-old Gurdwara in Pakistan's Punjab province. The incident is seen by India as part of a pattern of attacks on religious minorities in Pakistan. Reports of the demolition surfaced recently, prompting condemnation from India. "Highly deplorable and targeted act of vandalism" was attributed to India statement.
"Highly deplorable and targeted act of vandalism"— India statement
India Condemns Gurdwara Demolition as Systemic Attack on Minorities
India strongly condemned the demolition of a 125-year-old gurdwara in Pakistan, labeling it a "targeted act of vandalism." New Delhi views the incident as part of a continuing pattern of attacks on religious minorities and their places of worship, citing alleged inaction by Pakistani authorities.
India Blames Pakistan's Inaction for 'Targeted Vandalism' of Gurdwara
India condemned the demolition of a historic gurdwara in Pakistan, describing it as a "targeted act of vandalism." The Ministry of External Affairs expressed grave concern over the alleged inaction of Pakistani authorities, asserting that the incident reflects a continuing pattern of attacks against religious minorities and their places of worship in the country.
India vs England 1st T20I Abandoned Due to Rain After India Posts 189/7
The first T20I between India and England was abandoned due to rain. India scored 189 runs for the loss of 7 wickets. Abhishek Sharma scored 59 runs off 24 balls and Shreyas Iyer added 68 runs off 44 balls.
Indian, Pakistani figures urge peace talks in open letter
Over 100 prominent individuals from India and Pakistan signed an open letter to Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Shehbaz Sharif. The letter urges the resumption of bilateral dialogue and discussions on Jammu and Kashmir. The open letter urges the prime ministers of India and Pakistan to resume bilateral dialogue and take steps towards restoring peace.
Terror and Talks Cannot Go Together, Critics Insist
Right-leaning media and BJP leaders vehemently reject calls for India-Pakistan dialogue, asserting that 'terror and talks cannot go together.' They accuse proponents of peace talks of being 'apologists' who disregard past terror attacks and the sacrifices made by Indians, questioning the wisdom of engagement amidst perceived Pakistani aggression.
Belgium defeated Senegal 3-2 in a FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match, coming back from a 2-0 deficit. Youri Tielemans scored the winning penalty for Belgium, and Romelu Lukaku also netted a goal. The match was played in Seattle.
Gujarat Launches 'Health Passport' for Children's Medical Records
Gujarat government launches 'Health Passport' initiative for children and adolescents. The initiative aims to provide a systematic and accessible health record for every child up to age 18. The 'Health Passport' initiative aims to maintain a child's medical history up to the age of 18 years.
President Donald Trump took his first flight on a new Air Force One. The new Air Force One is a formerly Qatari-owned jumbo jet that has been converted into the official U.S. presidential aircraft. The refurbished jet is painted in Trump’s preferred color scheme: a navy-blue belly with red and gold stripes.
"couldn’t build a plane like this"— Donald Trump, President
US and Iran conclude indirect talks in Doha with positive progress
US and Iran conclude indirect talks in Doha, Qatar. The talks aim to ease tensions and address issues including frozen assets and alleged MoU breaches. Mediators Qatar and Pakistan reported 'positive progress' on a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). "We’ve hit them very hard, but we're getting along very well" was attributed to Donald Trump.
"We’ve hit them very hard, but we're getting along very well"— Donald Trump, US President
Supreme Court: Chargesheet Copy Not Basis for Default Bail
Supreme Court ruled that failure to provide a copy of the chargesheet to the accused is not a basis for default bail. Default bail is a legal provision allowing an accused to be released if the investigation or chargesheet filing is delayed beyond statutory limits.
India Halts WhatsApp Username Feature Rollout, Cites Privacy Concerns
The Indian government issued a notice to Meta regarding the WhatsApp username feature, directing the company to halt its rollout. The government requested a reply from Meta within three days. The username feature allows users to connect without sharing phone numbers.
Coco Gauff defeated Solana Sierra to reach the third round at Wimbledon. Coco Gauff won the match against Solana Sierra with a score of 6-3, 3-6, 7-6 (7). Coco Gauff came from a break down in the third set to win the match.
A Ritabrata Banerjee-led TMC faction plans to meet the Election Commission to stake a claim to the party symbol, name, and assets. A dissident faction of the Trinamool Congress is challenging the party's leadership. The faction announced its own National Working Committee and removed Mamata Banerjee as chairperson.
Gen. Seth Outlines Vision for Future-Ready Indian Army
General Dhiraj Seth assumes office as the 31st Chief of the Indian Army. The Indian Army is a key national defense institution. General Seth delivered his first address after taking charge, outlining his vision.
"V stands for Vigilance, with continued focus on maintaining constant alertness along the borders and against emerging threats, while ensuring a high level of operational readiness."— Dhiraj Seth, Chief of Army Staff
Individuals Scale Empire State Building Antenna, Arrested
Two people scaled the Empire State Building's antenna and unfurled a banner. The Empire State Building is a prominent skyscraper in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. The individuals were arrested following the stunt. "When the power of love beats the love of power the world knows peace." was attributed to Unnamed Couple.
"When the power of love beats the love of power the world knows peace."— Unnamed Couple
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri's tenure extended by one year. Vikram Misri is widely regarded as an expert on China. The government granted the extension amid intense geopolitical churn and key diplomatic engagements.
Kerala Assembly Passes Resolution Against FCRA Amendments
Kerala Assembly passes resolution against Union Govt’s FCRA Amendments. The FCRA regulates foreign donations to organizations in India. The Kerala Assembly passed a resolution urging the Centre to withdraw amendments to FCRA rules.
Union Ministers Visit Flood-Hit Arunachal Pradesh and Assam
Union Ministers Kiren Rijiju and Shivraj Singh Chouhan visited flood-affected areas in Arunachal Pradesh and Assam. Arunachal Pradesh and Assam have been experiencing heavy rainfall, flash floods, and landslides. The visits occurred as both states continue to grapple with severe floods and landslides.
"I extend my heartfelt thanks to all the volunteers who organised relief camps and have been continuously engaged in service work here since June 24th. They also tried to assist by providing JCBs and other necessary equipment... During this crisis, the Central Government, the State Government, the Chief Minister, we are all concerned... We will ensure the water supply is restored. As for the personal losses suffered, we will look into how to compensate for them. The State Government will assist, and the Central Government also provides funds."— Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Union Minister
FSSAI cracks down on energy drink brands for misleading claims
FSSAI issued notices to six beverage firms for misbranding and misleading claims on 'energy drinks'. India has not notified any standard for 'Energy Drink' products, leading to brands using the descriptor without official recognition. FSSAI has recently been informing consumers about these notices through social media platforms like X and Instagram.
Brennan Sues to Preserve Records Amidst Allegations of Politically Motivated Investigations
Former CIA Director John Brennan sued the Trump administration to preserve records from investigations targeting him. Brennan alleges the investigations are politically motivated and aimed at retaliating against him. The lawsuit was filed Wednesday, seeking a court order before any indictment is issued.
Kerala court orders FIR against actor Tini Tom. Tini Tom is an actor facing a complaint from actress Ansiba Hassan. Court directs police to register FIR based on actress's complaint.