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2026 - Present

Wangchuk’s Hunger Strike Revives Memories of G.D. Agarwal, Who Died After a 111-Day Fast

Frustrated by government apathy towards ecological degradation, 86-year-old former IIT professor G.D. Agarwal undertook a fatal 111-day hunger strike in 2018 to demand a free-flowing, unpolluted Ganga.

Who Is Supporting Wangchuk as Hunger Strike Enters Day 20, Doctors Warn of Organ Failure

As his health rapidly deteriorates, climate activist Sonam Wangchuk continues his indefinite hunger strike to demand systemic exam reforms and the Education Minister's resignation, drawing widespread support ahead of a massive Parliament march.

Supreme Court Slams Patna HC Over ‘Pressing Woman’s Chest Is Not Attempted Rape’ Verdict

Supreme Court has heavily criticised a controversial Patna High Court ruling that downgraded a violent sexual assault, prompting the apex court to mandate comprehensive new guidelines to ensure empathy and legal accuracy in judicial proceedings.

Balochistan: Baloch Leaders Declare Independence from Pakistan, Seek UN Recognition

Balochistan leaders have declared independence from Pakistan, urging the UN and India to recognise their new nation and support their cause.

New York Becomes First US State to Temporarily Ban New AI Data Centre Construction

New York Governor Kathy Hochul imposes a one-year statewide moratorium on new hyperscale AI data centres to protect local resources, sparking a fierce debate between environmental advocates and tech industry leaders.

Govt Directs Real-Time Tracking of Indian Seafarers Following Strait of Hormuz Attacks

Following fatal missile attacks on two merchant vessels in West Asia, the Indian government has launched a real-time operational dashboard and a 'Seafarer-First' in Strait of Hormuzensure the safety and welfare of all Indian crew members navigating the volatile region.

From Fewer Captchas to a Fare Calendar: IRCTC to Launch New Website on July 15

Driven by student feedback, the newly launched IRCTC website drastically expands booking capacity, eliminates digital clutter, and promises a seamless, frustration-free Tatkal experience for millions of everyday travellers.

Thailand Keeps Visa-Free Entry for Indians, Cuts Stay Limit to 30 Days

Thailand has officially approved a 30-day visa-free entry for Indian tourists, reversing an earlier proposal to completely scrap the exemption, to support its tourism industry while tightening immigration control.

FSSAI Urges Citizens to Report Unsafe Food, Unhygienic Kitchens via Its App

Empowering consumers to act as on-ground inspectors, the FSSAI's Food Safety Connect app allows citizens to report unhygienic practices with a single photograph to ensure nationwide food accountability.

Supreme Court Slams Authorities Over Illegal Constructions, Warns Officials of Personal Action

The Supreme Court has mandated a strict, time-bound structural audit of illegal constructions across Delhi-NCR following recent fatal disasters, warning municipal authorities of personal accountability for regulatory failures.