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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.

Think ₹2 Lakh Monthly Makes You Rich? This Viral Debate Says You’re Chasing The Wrong Dream

July 20, 2026

Can a ₹2 lakh monthly salary guarantee happiness, or does financial freedom depend on smarter choices rather than higher income?

Cockroach Janta Party Claims Breakthrough as Talks Begin After Massive Jantar Mantar Protest

July 20, 2026

Talks begin after weeks of protests as CJP presses for education reforms and minister’s resignation nationwide

Internet Reportedly Suspended In Parts Of Central Delhi As CJP’s Parliament Protest Intensifies

July 20, 2026

Heavy security, detentions and reported internet disruptions marked the CJP’s attempted Parliament march as police enforced movement restrictions across parts of Central Delhi.

Parliament Monsoon Session: Delhi Tightens Security, Check Metro Status and Traffic Advisory Amid CJP Protest

July 20, 2026

Security measures, Metro restrictions and traffic diversions accompanied Parliament’s opening amid CJP’s proposed protest march.

Delhi’s Homes Are Among The World’s Cheapest So Why Can’t Most Delhiites Afford Them?

July 20, 2026

Delhi’s low property prices impress globally, but stagnant incomes reveal why homeownership remains a challenge for many residents.

CJP’s ‘Chalo Sansad’ Protest: From Jantar Mantar To Government Talks, Follow The Timeline

July 20, 2026

From the gathering at Jantar Mantar to police action, government outreach and ongoing negotiations, here’s how the CJP’s ‘Chalo Sansad’ protest unfolded through the day.

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WHO Warns Congo’s Ebola Outbreak Could Be Four Times Larger Than Official Data

WHO warns Congo's Ebola outbreak may be vastly undercounted as hidden community transmission complicates containment efforts.

India Has More Heat-Risk Cities Than Any Country, Oxford Study Issues Stark Climate Warning

An Oxford study ranks 14 Indian cities among the world's highest heat-risk urban centres, highlighting urgent climate resilience challenges.

Fresh Covid Detection in Andhra Pradesh as Kadapa Records Two Deaths and Four Cases

Authorities intensify surveillance after two deaths and four infections while awaiting genome sequencing results in Kadapa.

PM Modi Arrives in New Zealand for Historic First Prime Ministerial Visit in 40 Years

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lands in Auckland for a historic, first-of-its-kind prime ministerial visit to New Zealand in forty years to supercharge trade, defense, and cultural ties.

India Surpasses China As World’s Third Best Air Force In Global Power Index

The Indian Air Force has secured the third spot globally in the 2026 airpower index, outranking China for the fifth consecutive time despite persistent squadron shortages.

Karnataka: Mid-Day Meal Cooks Stage Protest Outside Koppal Administration Office Over Pay Hike

Frontline welfare workers in Karnataka blockade Raichur DC office during statewide "Black Day" to demand fair wages and the rollback of structural changes under the NEP.

India Tightens Rules Making High Alcohol Medicines Prescription Only To Curb Misuse

The Centre has made high-alcohol oral medicines prescription-only under Schedule H1 to curb misuse and strengthen patient safety.

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.

‘Police Failed, I Was Blamed’: CM Vijay on Karur Stampede

Chief Minister announces jobs and memorial while defending his role as Karur stampede investigation continues.

Ayushman Card: Who Is Eligible, Age Limit, Registration, Benefits & Helpline Number | Know More

Ayushman Card now offers universal, cashless health insurance of up to ₹5 lakh to all senior citizens aged 70 and above, marking a monumental shift towards equitable healthcare in India.

Gurudwaras Across Five States Screen Satluj After Film’s Removal From OTT Platform

After Satluj was removed from ZEE5, Sikh organisations have begun screening the film at gurudwaras across five states to ensure the story remains accessible to the public.

Assam: At Least 49 Newborn Deaths Reported in Three Months in Sribhumi; Probe Ordered

A rising toll of 148 neonatal deaths across Assam's Barak Valley has exposed critical healthcare gaps, including poor road connectivity and a lack of essential life-saving facilities.

Karnataka: 50 Hostel Students Hospitalised After Hostel Dinner, Officials Launch Investigation

Authorities are investigating the cause after dozens of hostel students developed abdominal pain following dinner.

Meta Defends Instagram AI Feature Amid Backlash Over Public Photos Used Without Explicit User Consent

Meta says safeguards protect users, while critics demand explicit consent before AI uses public Instagram content.

WhatsApp Submits Reply To Centre Over Username Feature; Government Reviewing Response

WhatsApp has responded to the Centre's notice on its proposed username feature, with the government reviewing the reply before deciding whether the privacy-focused update can be rolled out in India.

Who Shapes India’s Foreign Policy Debate? A Closer Look at ORF’s Influence Beyond Government

As think tanks increasingly shape strategic discussions, understanding ORF's role offers insight into how research, public debate and policymaking intersect in India's foreign policy ecosystem.

India Gets World’s First Once-a-week Basal Insulin: Everything You Need to Know About Awiqli

Awiqli offers adults with diabetes fewer injections while maintaining effective blood sugar control through weekly dosing.

The Rawbare Story: How a Homegrown Indian Eyewear Brand Built 50,000 Customers on Trust, Not Discounts

Homegrown eyewear brand Rawbare has grown to 50,000+ customers in just three years by putting design, quality and trust first.

Has India Rushed Into E20 Petrol? Government Clarifies Viral Claims Around Ethanol Blending

The government of India addresses viral E20 petrol claims, explains its phased rollout, clarifies E25 status and highlights findings from technical assessments.

Class 6 Student Dies at Bengaluru Residential School; Family Alleges Assault, Police Launch Investigation

Police are investigating the student's death as family disputes the school's account and seeks accountability.

Karnataka SIR: From Door-to-Door Enumeration to Video Proof of House Visits, Here Are the Latest Updates

The Election Commission has begun Karnataka's Special Intensive Revision to update electoral rolls through statewide voter verification and fresh enumeration.

IKEA Deepens Haryana Focus As Gurugram Project Advances And Expansion Talks Continue

IKEA explores fresh Haryana investments as its ₹3,500 crore Gurugram project advances, signalling confidence in India's expanding retail market.

‘No Marathi, No Licence’: Maharashtra Govt Sets Deadline for Auto, Taxi Drivers to Learn Marathi

Maharashtra mandates a Marathi test for taxi and auto drivers by Aug 16, while bike taxi operators must meet a 15-year domicile rule.

Shiv Sena Corporator Ramesh Mhatre Surrenders After Doctor Assault Row: Timeline of the CCTV-Captured Dombivli Hospital Incident

A dispute over an unavailable NICU bed at a Dombivli civic hospital escalated into a confrontation, prompting doctors' protests, police action and renewed debate over healthcare worker safety.

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.