Workers Trapped After Blast at Sikkim Hydropower Tunnel Rescue teams are battling hazardous gas, low oxygen, and blocked passages at the Samardung tunnel in Sikkim. The incident occurred at the under-construction Teesta Stage VI Hydroelectric Project in Namchi district.   Hazardous Gas Slows Rescue Teams in Namchi A major Samardung tunnel rescue operation continued in Sikkim’s Namchi district on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, after

Mammootty-Dhanush National Award Celebration Lights Up OM Shoot  Mammootty, Dhanush, Rajkumar Periasamy, and editor R Kalaivanan celebrated their respective National Film Award victories with a cake-cutting ceremony during the shooting of their upcoming Tamil film, OM Chapter 1. Mammootty-Dhanush National Award Celebration Lights Up OM Shoot

Article 370 Leads 72nd National Film Awards 2026 Winners The 72nd National Film Awards 2026 full winners list was announced in New Delhi on Saturday, July 18, 2026. The awards recognised feature films, non-feature productions, and cinema writing certified during the 2024 calendar year. Article 370 secured the prestigious Best Feature Film award, while Mammootty and Kartik Aaryan shared the Best Actor in a Leading Role honour. Yami Gautam received Best Ac

Four Indian Sailors Killed in Cargo Ship Attack Near Odesa Four Indian nationals died, and another was critically injured after the MV Golden Leo was attacked while leaving Ukraine’s Odesa port on July 19. India condemned the strike and said its mission is to assist those affected.   MV Golden Leo Attack Kills Four Indians Near Ukraine’s Odesa The MV Golden Leo attack near Ukraine’s Odesa port killed four Indian national

PV Sindhu Makes History With Maiden Japan Open Crown PV Sindhu produced a commanding straight-game victory over Japan’s Akane Yamaguchi to claim the Japan Open 2026 women’s singles crown. The historic triumph made Sindhu the first Indian to win the tournament and delivered her maiden BWF Super 750 title.   PV Sindhu Wins Historic Japan Open 2026 Title PV Sindhu created Indian badminton history by defeating home favourite A

What If Journalists Became Superheroes Fighting Misinformation? In the imagined world of Earth 360, journalists become Fact Hunters who battle misinformation with investigation, verification, and courage. Their keyboard becomes a weapon, evidence becomes a shield, and every accurate report has the power to protect communities and change lives. What If Journalists Became Superheroes Fighting Misinformation? Journalists as superheroes f

India Approves QDENGA Dengue Vaccine for People Aged 4–60 India has approved Takeda’s QDENGA as its first authorised dengue vaccine for people aged 4–60. The live-attenuated vaccine targets all four dengue virus serotypes and is administered in two doses, three months apart. India has approved QDENGA, making it the country’s first authorised vaccine for preventing dengue. The Drug Controller General of India has granted market authorisation for its use am

EPFO Pension Not Credited? Submit Jeevan Pramaan From Home An expired Digital Life Certificate can interrupt an EPS pension after 12 months. Pensioners can check their Jeevan Pramaan status, generate a fresh certificate through face authentication, or request IPPB doorstep assistance without visiting an EPFO office. An EPFO pension stopped due to life certificate expiry can create considerable worry for pensioners who depend on monthly payments. Under the Employe

CJP Says Government Reached Out as Leaders Head to Meet Nadda CJP spokespersons Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka said they were heading to meet Union Minister JP Nadda after the government reportedly reached out for talks. The development coincided with Abhijeet Dipke ending his hunger strike. Two CJP representatives were heading to meet Union Minister JP Nadda on Monday, July 20, 2026, after the organisation claimed that the government had approached it for talks o

CJP Parliament March: Tear Gas Fired as Gates Shut Police used tear gas and crowd-control measures as CJP supporters attempted to march from Jantar Mantar towards Parliament on July 20, 2026. Security was tightened, Parliament gates were closed, and restrictions were enforced across New Delhi. The CJP Parliament march tear gas confrontation intensified in New Delhi on Monday, July 20, 2026, as protesters attempted to move towards Parliament on the opening day of

NEET Protest Rocks Parliament as Monsoon Session Opens Parliament’s Monsoon Session 2026 opened amid repeated adjournments as Opposition MPs demanded debates on the NEET-UG paper leak, police action against CJP protesters, and the alleged Ayodhya donation theft. A Supreme Court judges' amendment bill was introduced during the uproar.   NEET Protest Rocks Parliament as Monsoon Session Opens The Monsoon Session 2026 NEET row t

Kumbh Viral Girl Monalisa Bhosle Says Life Is in Danger Monalisa Bhosle approached Ernakulam Central Police Station on July 19, 2026, seeking renewed protection and alleging threats to her life. Kochi Police are reviewing her petition amid a disputed-age case and legal proceedings involving her husband.   Kumbh Viral Girl Monalisa Bhosle Says Life Is in Danger Monalisa Bhosle, who became widely known after her videos from the

Why ITPI’s Authority Over Planning Colleges Is Under Scrutiny The ITPI planning college recognition row has renewed concerns about who can legally approve planning institutions in India. Experts say the professional body can grant membership but cannot provide statutory accreditation to colleges or academic programmes. Why ITPI’s Authority Over Planning Colleges Is Under Scrutiny The ITPI planning college recognition row

Rodri, Mbappe Head FIFA World Cup 2026 Award Winners Spain’s World Cup triumph was followed by a sweep of the leading individual honours. Rodri won the Golden Ball, Unai Simon secured the Golden Glove, and Pau Cubarsi was named Best Young Player, while Kylian Mbappe claimed the Golden Boot with 10 goals.   The FIFA World Cup 2026 full awards list was dominated by Spain after La Roja defeated Argentina 1-0 following extra time in the final on Sunday, Jul

Ferran Torres Fires Spain Past Argentina in World Cup Final Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute as Spain defeated 10-man Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the 2026 World Cup final. La Roja secured its second global title, while Lionel Messi and the defending champions fell just short in New Jersey.   Ferran Torres Fires Spain Past Argentina in World Cup Final Ferran Torres’ World Cup final goal delivered Spain their sec