Centre Clarifies Indian Passport and Citizenship Rules The Centre has told Parliament that Indian passports are issued to eligible Indian citizens following verification under the Passports Act, 1967. However, it did not directly declare a passport conclusive standalone proof of citizenship, renewing discussion about citizenship documents in India.

Rahul Gandhi Targets Modi, Shah Over Gen Z Protest FIRs Rahul Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah of trying to silence Gen Z protesters through FIRs, alleged police action and social media restrictions. His remarks came after Parliament passed stricter amendments to India’s anti-paper leak law. Rahul Gandhi Gen Z Protest Remarks Target Modi, Shah Over FIRs

Kharge Challenges Centre Over Anti-Paper Leak Bill The Rajya Sabha passed the anti-paper leak Bill after a heated political debate in which Mallikarjun Kharge questioned the Centre’s response to examination fraud and student protests. The legislation introduces tougher prison terms, higher fines, time-bound investigations and fast-track trials for organised paper leak cases. Kharge Questions Centre as Rajya Sabha Passes Anti-Paper Leak Bill

Court Ruling Ends a Long-Running Legal Chapter The Supreme Court has accepted the CBI’s closure reports in the Talabira-II coal allocation case and set aside the 2015 summons against former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. The ruling closes a legal chapter that influenced public debate over his leadership and legacy. Supreme Court Closes Manmohan Singh Coal Block Case The Manmohan Singh coal block case has been formally close

U.S.-Russia Sanctions Bill Raises Tariff Concerns for India The proposed US sanctions bill could authorise tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian energy, including India. However, the measure is not yet law, and any tariff would depend on congressional approval and the US president’s decision. US Russia Sanctions Bill: What It Could Mean for India The Russia sanctions bill's impact on India has emerged as a major

Supreme Court CJP Protest Order: No Coercive Action Against Students The Supreme Court has directed states to avoid coercive action against CJP protesters without criminal antecedents and release eligible detainees. It also ordered the preservation of protest footage, police records, and protesters’ personal data. Court Grants Interim Relief and P

What the Seven-Year Green Card Proposal Means A US senator has renewed efforts to establish a rolling seven-year residency requirement under the immigration Registry system. The proposal could allow qualifying H-1B professionals and other long-term residents to apply for permanent residency. US Senator Revives 7-Year Green Card Pathway for H-1B Holders The H-1B green card after 7 years

Amit Shah Faces Opposition Pressure Over Student Protest Action Opposition parties have intensified pressure on Home Minister Amit Shah over the July 20 police action against students protesting the alleged NEET paper leak. The issue disrupted Parliament as MPs demanded accountability while the government introduced stricter anti-paper-leak legislation. Opposition Targets Amit Shah Over NEET Protest Police Action The

Nilekani-Led Exam Reform Panel Faces Trust and Privacy Test PM Modi’s Nandan Nilekani-led examination reform task force will examine technology, security and structural changes for the NTA. The APAAR consent dispute shows that privacy, voluntary participation, and accountability will be vital to restoring student trust. Nandan Nilekani Exam Reform Task Force Faces APAAR Trust Test The Nandan Nilekani exam reform task

Court Raises Concern Over Protest Lathi-Charge The Supreme Court said peaceful agitation alone cannot justify a lathi-charge while hearing petitions alleging police excesses during recent student protests. The bench also opposed violence by demonstrators and called for a uniform national protocol.   Agitation Alone Cannot Justify Lathi-Charge, Supreme Court Says The Supreme Court on lathi charge during protests made an importa

Exam Reform Bill Meets Renewed Opposition Protests The Lok Sabha was adjourned amid Opposition protests over the alleged use of force against NEET demonstrators, even as the Centre prepared to introduce a stricter anti-paper leak Bill with tougher penalties and fast-track trials.   Lok Sabha Adjourned as NEET Protest Row Dominates Session New Delhi, July 27, 2026: The anti-paper leak Bill 2026 Parliament debat

Jyotirmayee Nayak Creates History With Indian Idol 16 Win Jyotirmayee Nayak has become the first Odia contestant to win Indian Idol after lifting the Season 16 trophy and receiving ₹20 lakh. The 24-year-old singer from Odisha impressed judges and viewers with her powerful performances and inspiring journey from music therapist to national champion. Odisha Singer Makes History on Indian Idol Jyotirmayee Nayak has become the first Odia

NEET Row Deepens as Parliament Faces Fresh Disruptions The NEET paper leak controversy intensified in New Delhi as Opposition protests disrupted Parliament. Rahul Gandhi also demanded accountability over alleged pellet-gun injuries, while the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan remained unresolved.   NEET Protest Disrupts Parliament as Rahul Gandhi Targets Centre New Delhi, July 24, 2026: The

Repeated local Covid-19 spikes in India are being driven by new Omicron variants, declining immunity and changing regional conditions. Experts say current Covid infections in India resemble limited endemic outbreaks, not a nationwide resurgence.   Small increases in Covid-19 infections are once again being reported from parts of India, including Andhra Pradesh, Kolkata and a few other locations. The developments have raised familiar conc

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