New Delhi, India — Lok Sabha opened with Vande Mataram for the first time on the final day of the Monsoon Session before the House was adjourned sine die. Vande Mataram Opens Lok Sabha In Historic First Lok Sabha witnessed a historic moment on Thursday, August 13, 2026, when proceedings began with the National Song Vande Mataram for the first time. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and members from across the House were p

On Vikram Sarabhai’s birth anniversary, India remembers the scientist who transformed the idea of a space programme from a symbol of prestige into a tool for national development. His vision laid the foundation for ISRO and shaped India’s use of satellites for communication, education, weather forecasting and resource management. Vikram Sarabhai Saw Space Technology as a Tool for Development

Introducing competitive programming earlier in Indian education could help students develop stronger logical reasoning, computational thinking and algorithmic problem-solving skills instead of encountering structured programming challenges only at college level. Building Problem-Solving Skills from School Competitive programming asks students to solve mathematical an

India e-visa access expansion has increased authorised arrival points to 88. Attari border entry and new e-visa airports at Bhopal and Tirupati join eight other land ports, offering eligible foreign visitors more routes into India.   India Expands E-Visa Access via Attari and 10 More Ports New Delhi, August 11, 2026: International travellers holding

Parliament protests and Opposition strategy have come under focus during the Monsoon Session. Frequent adjournments are affecting Question Hour scrutiny and debate over government bills, raising concerns that Opposition parties may be surrendering their strongest democratic platform.  

The Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill was among four bills introduced in the Lok Sabha on Monday amid loud Opposition protests and sloganeering. Opposition MPs demanded Home Minister Amit Shah’s presence while protesting the July 20 police action, forcing repeated adjournments. Kerala Name Change Bill Introduced in Lok Sabha Amid Uproar The Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill was among four pieces of legislation introduced in the Lok Sa

PM Narendra Modi praised boxer Lovlina Borgohain for objecting to an incorrectly displayed Indian flag at a Glasgow restaurant during the Commonwealth Games. During his interaction with India’s medallists, Modi said Lovlina’s decision to raise the issue despite celebrating the team’s success would be remembered for years. PM Modi Praises Lovlina for Flag Stand at Glasgow Restaurant Prime M

Pawan Kalyan marked World Lion Day by praising India’s efforts to protect the Asiatic lion and describing its roar as a symbol of Bharat’s wild heritage. He highlighted the rise in the Asiatic lion population from 411 in 2010 to 891 in 2025 and credited governments, conservationists and local communities. Pawan Kalyan Hails Asiatic Lion Conservation on World Lion Day Andhra Pradesh Deputy Ch

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said the ongoing Parliament deadlock is unlikely to end until Union Home Minister Amit Shah makes a statement in the House. Her remarks came amid repeated disruptions during the Monsoon Session as the Opposition intensified its pressure on the government. Priyanka Says Parliament Deadlock Will Continue Until Amit Shah Speaks Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday said the ongoing deadlock in Parliament is li

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy urged US Ambassador Sergio Gor to support faster student visa appointments and smoother H-1B processing. The meeting also focused on university partnerships, research, technology, investment and stronger Telangana-US cooperation. Revanth Reddy Seeks Faster US Visa Processing Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has urged US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor to support increased visa access for

Veteran actor Pradeep Rawat died at the age of 74 on August 4 after battling blood cancer. Remembered as Ashwatthama in Mahabharat, Bikshu Yadav in Sye and the villain in Ghajini, he leaves behind a powerful legacy across Indian cinema. Pradeep Rawat Dies After Cancer Relapse Veteran actor Pradeep Rawat passed away on Tuesday evening at the age of 74 following a prolonged battle with blood cancer.

Neeraj Chopra advice helps Yashvir Singh win CWG bronze after a dramatic final-round comeback at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026. Yashvir produced an 85.41m personal best throw, moving from seventh place to the podium and securing India’s second javelin medal at the event. Final-Round Throw Transforms Yashvir’s Campaign Indian javelin thrower Yashvi

Maharashtra TET paper leak investigation latest updates: The Maharashtra TET paper leak probe has revealed that the SET exam target may have been the next objective of the accused. Thane Police are investigating a suspected nationwide exam scam involving leaked question papers, examination centre manipulation and organized criminal networks. Probe Reveals Alleged Plan to Target SET

Indian spacetech startups have collectively raised $871 million across 285 companies, with Skyroot Aerospace leading the sector after Vikram-1 became the first privately built Indian rocket to reach orbit. The milestone signals growing investor confidence in India’s commercial space industry. Skyroot’s Vikram-1 Marks a Turning Point India’s private space sector reached a major milestone on July 18 when Skyroot Aerospace’s Vikram-

Fresh from her historic Japan Open Super 750 triumph, badminton star PV Sindhu joined the Andhra Pradesh Government's Jeevandan organ donation drive in Visakhapatnam, urging people to embrace organ donation awareness and describing it as a priceless gift that gives countless patients a second chance at life. PV Sindhu Supports Jeevandan Organ Donation Drive Indian badminton icon PV Sindhu participated in an organ donation awareness progr