News

‘Requested Protesters to End Their Sit-In’: Union Minister J.P. Nadda Holds First Formal Talks With CJP

July 20, 2026

After hours of discussions, protesters submitted a written petition while the government appealed for the sit-in to end and pledged to examine their demands.

Tripura DGP Anurag Dhankar Found Dead at Police Headquarters; Cause Under Investigation

July 20, 2026

The 1994-batch IPS officer was found dead at the State Police Headquarters in Agartala, with authorities investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.

Netflix’s $587 Million AI Acquisition Signals A New Era For Hollywood’s Production Technology

July 20, 2026

Netflix’s $587 million acquisition of Ben Affleck’s AI startup signals a major shift towards creator-focused artificial intelligence in filmmaking.

Mallikarjun Kharge Calls Lathicharge on CJP Protesters an ‘Attack on Democracy’

July 20, 2026

Congress joins opposition criticism after police action disrupts CJP’s Parliament march amid heightened security measures.

India Approves First Dengue Vaccine as Takeda’s QDENGA Receives DCGI Nod

July 20, 2026

DCGI approves India’s first dengue vaccine, opening new opportunities for disease prevention, vaccine manufacturing and future public health strategies nationwide.

AISA Student Leaders Call Off 23-Day Hunger Strike, Continue Education Reform Campaign

July 20, 2026

Organisers say the campaign will now focus on parliamentary engagement, nationwide participation and education reforms together.

CJP Says Union Minister J.P. Nadda Requested ‘Some Time’ After Meeting, Lists 3 Key Demands Including Sonam Wangchuk’s Release

July 20, 2026

Following protests, CJP leaders met J.P. Nadda, submitted three key demands, and alleged police excesses during the demonstrations.

CCPA Cracks Down On Chaayos, Barbeque Nation And 39 More Restaurants Over Service Charges

July 20, 2026

CCPA’s action against 41 restaurants reinforces that service charges are voluntary, strengthening consumer rights and billing transparency across India.

‘Dipke Has Been Picked Up’: CJP Claims Police Crackdown As Abhijeet Dipke Is Detained in Delhi

July 20, 2026

CJP alleges police used force against peaceful protesters after detaining founder Abhijeet Dipke during the ‘Sansad Chalo’ march, while Delhi Police deny the allegations.

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Meets Home Minister Amit Shah As ‘Sansad Chalo’ Protesters March Towards Parliament

July 20, 2026

Heavy security, detentions and calls for dialogue marked the opening day of Parliament’s Monsoon Session amid the ‘Sansad Chalo’ protest.

CJP’s Abhijeet Dipke Ends Hunger Strike on Sonam Wangchuk’s Request, Joins ‘Chalo Sansad’ March

July 20, 2026

Dipke resumed protests after Wangchuk urged him to conserve strength and lead the movement peacefully.

Protesters Reach Near Parliament During ‘Sansad Chalo’ March as Police Reportedly Fire Tear Gas Shells

July 20, 2026

Thousands of protesters marching towards Parliament clash with police as authorities reportedly use tear gas.

News

News that matters, from around the world, meticulously researched and verified for accuracy and relevance.

Iran Confirms New Fees For Strait Of Hormuz Shipping; ‘Friendly Nations’ To Get Concessions

Iran's proposed maritime service fees spark diplomatic tensions and fresh uncertainty over global energy trade routes.

Chhattisgarh HC Says No Child Can Be Forced To Recite Hindu Prayers In Government Schools

Court disposed petition after State said prayer circular remains unimplemented, while protecting students' freedom of conscience.

Padma Vibhushan Teejan Bai Dies at 70, Ending a Legendary Journey That Took Pandavani to the World

India mourns the celebrated folk artist whose pioneering performances brought Pandavani global recognition and lasting acclaim.

MHA Expands UAPA Terror List: Bengaluru Techie Among Six Indians, 17 Pakistanis Designated as Individual Terrorists

Government says new designations target cross-border terror networks involving recruitment, financing, infiltration and digital radicalisation.

Indore’s Ghost Hospital Exists Only on Paper, With 87 Staff Despite No Land or Building Yet

Officials cite land shortage as sanctioned staff serve elsewhere while the promised hospital awaits construction.

Centre Issues Notice to Telegram Over Pirated Movies, Seeks Action Report Within 15 Days

The government has directed Telegram to strengthen its anti-piracy system and report its action within 15 days after complaints over widespread sharing of pirated films and OTT content.

Before the Internet Finished Celebrating the Proposal, Brands Had Already Started Selling Through It

Real-time marketing is transforming how brands compete for attention, turning viral internet moments into opportunities for relevance and engagement.

After E20 Petrol, India Eyes 15% Isobutanol Blend in Diesel, Says Union Minister Nitin Gadkari

The Centre is exploring a 15% isobutanol blend in diesel to advance cleaner transport, reduce oil imports and strengthen India's biofuel ecosystem.

Agra Woman Arrested for Allegedly Killing Husband, Burying Body Beneath Bathroom Floor for 45 Days

Police recovered skeletal remains from beneath a plastered bathroom floor in Agra as investigations continue into the alleged murder of a man by his wife.

Rapido Founders Booked: Why One ₹22 Ride Could Reshape India’s Bike Taxi Business Forever

Nagpur police book Rapido founders over alleged unauthorised bike taxi operations, raising fresh questions around India's fragmented mobility regulations.

Meta Faces Tough Questions As India Probes Instagram’s Ad Review System

India summons Meta after allegations of Instagram hosting illegal ads, raising fresh questions about platform accountability and child safety online.

₹5 Lakh Demand and a Police Trap: Delhi Domestic Worker Arrested in Alleged Fake Rape Case

Police allege the woman demanded ₹5 lakh to withdraw a rape complaint before being arrested in a trap operation while accepting ₹2 lakh.

How Claude AI Helped a UP Man Trace 25 Ancestral Land Plots in His Village | Know More

By navigating dense digital government records in official Hindi, Claude AI helped a man locate and map his family's generational farmland in rural UP.

Heavy Rain: Kerala’s Thrissur Declares Holiday for All Educational Institutions on July 4

Amid persistent monsoon rains, Kerala's Thrissur district has declared a July 4 holiday for all educational institutions, while scheduled public examinations and interviews will proceed as planned.

Govt Orders Removal of At Least 3 Chinese-Linked Apps Amid E-Rickshaw Shutdown Concerns

Following viral videos of a cruel trend, the Indian government has ordered the removal of three Chinese apps exploited to remotely disable e-rickshaws via unsecured Bluetooth batteries.

Was Indra Nooyi Right About India? The Numbers Behind Her Viral Remark Are Striking

Indra Nooyi's comments reignite debate as data reveals only 5% of India's listed companies are led by women CEOs.

UGC-NET June 2026 Faces Scrutiny Over Sociology Errors and Allegedly Repeated English Exam Questions

Candidates allege paper-setting lapses as NTA reviews objections over Sociology errors and repeated English questions.

“We Would Have Stayed the Bail…” SC Flags Concern but Allows Sonam Raghuvanshi Bail to Continue

The Supreme Court refused interim interference with bail granted to Sonam Raghuvanshi while admitting Meghalaya government’s appeal challenging the High Court’s decision in the alleged honeymoon murder case.

How vivo Ignite Is Empowering India’s Next Generation of Innovators

Vivo Ignite 2026 invites Classes 8–12 students to develop technology-driven social innovations, offering mentorship, scholarships, and nationwide opportunities for changemakers.

How Reducing Balance Interest Works On Small Loans

Understanding the reducing balance method helps borrowers compare loans accurately, lower interest costs, avoid misleading flat rates, and make smarter decisions.

2011 Custodial Death Case Ends With Life Sentence For 9 Maharashtra Policemen After 15 Years

Court's landmark verdict ends family's fifteen-year pursuit of justice in Maharashtra custodial death case.

What the Alleged Hira Multispeciality Hospital Baby Trafficking Case Reveals About Healthcare Oversight

Delhi Police allege an organised network used forged hospital records and fake birth documents to traffic newborns across states before selling them to childless couples.

WhatsApp’s New Feature Promised More Privacy. So Why Did India Suddenly Block Its Rollout?

India pauses WhatsApp usernames rollout as regulators examine privacy benefits, impersonation risks, and safeguards before approving the feature nationwide.

How a Battery App Left E-Rickshaws Stranded Mid-Ride and Exposed a Serious Security Flaw

Weak Bluetooth security exposed e-rickshaw batteries, disrupting drivers' livelihoods before developers introduced password protection nationwide.

How Anant Ambani’s Vantara Initiative Could Revolutionize Animal Safety & Rescue In India

Vantara, translating to 'Star Of The Forest,' is located within Reliance's Jamnagar Refinery Complex, also known as the Green Belt Of Gujarat. The Vantara ecosystem encompasses a 3,000-acre Elephant Centre, which serves as the residence for over 200 rescued elephants.