Indian seafarer killed in attack on ship in Black Sea; MEA condemns strike

The attack occurred on 18 July as the MV OMORFI was navigating the Black Sea, reportedly within Russian territorial waters. The vessel was carrying ten crew members at the time, three of whom were Indian citizens.
Back-to-back nights: PM Modi shares another late-night Instagram video, thanks ‘friends’ for positive suggestions

PM Modi is leaving no stone unturned in showcasing his popularity on social media after he shared a late-night video on Instagram, which shattered several records of visibility on the platform.
Ravneet Singh Bittu resigns as Union Minister; President Murmu accepts resignation with immediate effect

Ravneet Singh Bittu has resigned from the Union Council of Ministers, with the President accepting his resignation on the advice of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
MEA slams China over illegal occupation of Indian territories, objects to Chinese projects in such regions

Addressing a weekly press briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal underlined New Delhi’s consistent position regarding territorial integrity, reiterating that India has consistently raised sovereignty concerns with China.
Rahul Gandhi calls Dharmendra Pradhan ‘criminal education minister’, presents student injured by pellet gun

Rahul Gandhi demanded Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s removal and accused the government of suppressing student protests.
Sonam Wangchuk hits back at critics after ending 26-day fast, says ‘do I still need to prove my sincerity?’

Sonam Wangchuk broke his silence in an Instagram video after ending his 26-day fast, asking “do I need to prove my sincerity?” He said the fast caused “irreversible damage” and 11kg weight loss. He rejected claims of a “backdoor deal” with Union Ministers.
SC crackdown on viral court clips, bans editing and posting without permission; What changes

The order came while court was hearing a PIL by journalist Harshita Grover seeking guidelines to regulate the clipping, editing and monetisation of court proceedings online.
CJP vs Govt: Stalemate or breakthrough? What happened in second round of talks

CJP said the government will consult its top leadership and respond by 3:30 pm the next day. He added that if there is no meaningful progress toward resolving their demands, they will announce a nationwide protest, larger than the July 20 demonstration.
CJP Jantar Mantar Protest: Centre defends protest videography as Delhi HC hears privacy plea

The present petition specifically concerns police surveillance and had been filed even before the police action of July 20.
Rahul Gandhi slams Modi govt over NEET leak row: ‘Dharmendra Pradhan is a criminal education minister’

Rahul Gandhi, who is the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, said that there are three demands of students, including action against those who resorted to lathicharge against students during the ‘Sansad Chalo’ march on July 20.