Following a father's determined advocacy for his daughter with an intellectual disability, Indian Railways has replaced the term mental retardation with intellectual disability on concession certificates. This change, prompted by a complaint filed with the court of the chief commissioner for persons with disabilities (CCPD), aims to ensure dignity and align with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.

In a landmark verdict, a Kalyani court sentenced nine scammers to life imprisonment for extorting 1 crore from a Ranaghat resident through 'digital arrest'. The convicts, arrested across multiple states, were part of a gang that allegedly amassed 100 crore from 108 victims nationwide. The court agreed with the prosecution's argument, labeling such cybercrimes as 'economic terrorism'.

In a groundbreaking move, Karachi witnessed its first-ever staging of 'Ramayana' at the Arts Council of Pakistan, presented by Mauj Collective. Directed by Yogeshwar Karera, the play featured an all-Muslim cast, except for Karera himself, and incorporated AI for enhanced storytelling. Despite Indo-Pak tensions, the production garnered immense positive response, selling around 1,000 tickets.

Chaitanya Baghel, son of former Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel, was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with an alleged Rs 2,100 crore liquor scam. The arrest, following a search of his residence, sparked political reactions, with Congress alleging it was an attempt to suppress debate on deforestation linked to an industrialist.

The Lakshadweep administration plans to acquire Bitra Island for defense purposes, sparking opposition from residents and MP Hamdullah Sayeed. A social impact assessment has been ordered by the revenue department, citing the island's strategic location and national security relevance.

Justice Yashwant Varma has approached the Supreme Court to quash an inquiry report that found him guilty of possessing illicit cash at his residence. He challenges the constitutionality of the recommendation to remove him from his judgeship. Varma questions the in-house procedure, arguing it violates the constitutional power of Parliament to remove judges through impeachment.

The Supreme Court has expressed strong disapproval over delays in trials for NIA-investigated terrorism and heinous crime cases. It criticized the practice of designating existing courts for these cases, demanding the Union and Maharashtra governments establish new, exclusive special courts by September. Failure to comply may result in the courts considering bail for the accused due to trial delays.

Ahead of the Monsoon session, Union ministers strategized on key issues like Bihar's electoral rolls, the Pahalgam attack, and Operation Sindoor, amidst opposition pressure. Congress demands parliamentary discussion on the Pahalgam terror attack and seeks clarity on Operation Sindoor following claims made by Donald Trump. The INDIA bloc is set to meet online to strategize before the session begins.

Bihar police are hunting for five shooters involved in the brazen murder of gangster Chandan Mishra at a Patna hospital. Authorities have identified Tausif Badshah as the main gunman and suspect Onkarnath alias Sheru Singh, currently jailed in Bengal, orchestrated the crime due to suspicions that Mishra was informing police.

Indian missiles struck Pakistan's Rahim Yar Khan airbase during Operation Sindoor, rendering it non-operational for over two months. The strategic airbase, vital for Pakistan's southern air defense, sustained significant damage, as evidenced by repeated extensions of runway closure notices. Other airbases and a terror camp were also targeted, impacting Pakistan's military infrastructure.

Indian farmers face a challenging situation with stagnant income and declining profit margins across major crops, as revealed by CACP data. While input costs have risen, the increase in farm income hasn't kept pace with rural inflation over the last decade. Consequently, profit margins have decreased for most crops, exacerbating the financial strain on farmers, especially those with small landholdings.

In a tragic incident at Uttam Sugar Mill in Bijnor's Barkatpur, three workers died while cleaning an effluent treatment plant. Supervisor Muneshwar Singh and two factory workers, Kapil Dev and Sopal Singh, succumbed to poisonous gases inside the tank. Another worker, Prabhat Kumar, was severely injured during a rescue attempt, prompting accusations of safety negligence against the factory management.

A 52-year-old bank manager from Prayagraj was discovered deceased in his Baramati office, Maharashtra, on Thursday. Police reported that a suicide note attributed the act to intense work pressure, though no individuals were named. The note urged the bank to alleviate employee stress, acknowledging their full commitment. He had also applied for voluntary retirement.

Following a clash between supporters of NCP (SP) MLA Jitendra Awhad and BJP MLA Gopichand Padalkar in Vidhan Bhavan, both leaders apologized as directed by Speaker Rahul Narwekar. Narwekar, taking a stern stance, has initiated measures including a privileges committee investigation for involved supporters and restricted access to the House during sessions.

A probe into the self-immolation of a 20-year-old student in Balasore, Odisha, revealed she had accused her HoD of seeking sexual favors six months prior. College authorities were informed in June, but the HoD denied the allegations. Multiple investigations are underway, including those by UGC, higher education committees, and the crime branch.

The Ministry of Rural Development has directed states to improve monitoring of the National Mobile Monitoring System (NMMS) for MGNREGA, citing instances of misuse and manipulation. Discrepancies like irrelevant photo uploads and repeated worker photos raise concerns about accountability and potential financial irregularities. Congress has criticized the NMMS, demanding its withdrawal and reaffirmation of task-based payments.

The Employees State Insurance Corporation has hired 451 individuals. They were selected for insurance medical officer positions. The recruitment occurred through the UPSCs Pratibha Setu portal. This portal contains a talent pool of candidates. These candidates cleared UPSC exams but weren't recommended. The Pratibha Setu initiative helps connect such candidates with employers. It offers opportunities to those with high qualifications.

Lalu Prasad faces setback as Supreme Court refuses to halt trial in land-for-job scam. CBI alleges Prasad secured land for railway jobs during his tenure as minister. Kapil Sibal argued political vendetta, but court allows trial to proceed. Court directs trial court to dispense with Prasad's presence. CBI filed chargesheet against Prasad, Rabri Devi, Tej Pratap Yadav, and Hema Yadav.

Rahul Gandhi defended Robert Vadra against ED's chargesheet, denouncing it as a politically motivated witch-hunt by the BJP government. Congress launched a full-fledged defense, asserting Vadra's innocence and highlighting the absence of illegality in the land deal. A Delhi court has taken up the money laundering chargesheet against Vadra and others, scheduling it for document verification and consideration in July.

A fourth-year IIT-Kharagpur student, Ritam Mondal, was discovered dead in his hostel room. He had just returned from a summer break. Police suspect suicide and are investigating a possible family issue. The institute has formed a panel to investigate. This marks the fourth unnatural death at IIT-Kharagpur in recent months.

Delhi High Court instructed Wipro to pay Rupees Two Lakh to an ex-employee. This was due to defamatory comments in the relieving letter. The court ordered Wipro to issue a new letter without the damaging statements. The original letter contained malicious remarks about the employee's conduct. The court emphasized that the remarks would harm the employee's career.

In Vadodara, a private tutor, Jasbirsinh Chauhan, received a six-month jail sentence and a 1 lakh fine for severely injuring a 15-year-old student. Chauhan repeatedly slapped the boy, causing torn eardrums and bleeding, after the student missed classes. The father, Tejas Bhatt, filed a complaint leading to Chauhan's arrest in January 2020. The court convicted Chauhan after extensive legal proceedings.

Naresh Kumar was arrested in Meerut for allegedly killing a community dog. He repeatedly slammed the dog onto a road in Sisoli. A video of the incident surfaced, sparking outrage. Sonia Gautam from Sarayu Animal Welfare Society filed a complaint. The FIR was registered at Mundali police station. Police are investigating previous similar crimes by the accused.

The road transport ministry will soon rank states based on their 'ease of land acquisition' for national highway projects, addressing a major cause of delays. This initiative aims to prioritize projects in states that efficiently provide land, potentially using past performance as a benchmark. The Centre's reliance on state governments for land acquisition underscores the importance of this ranking system.

Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan emphasized the necessity for every city to appoint a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to safeguard data and systems against cyber threats. He urged states and city administrations to conduct regular security audits and build internal capacity for technology integration.

A special NIA court in Jammu has charged Nisar Ahmed and Mushtaq Hussain for aiding the 2023 Dhangri massacre perpetrators. Accused of providing shelter, food, and guidance to terrorists linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, they face charges under IPC, UAPA, and Juvenile Justice Act. Both pleaded not guilty and sought trial after being accused of facilitating the attack that killed five villagers.

The Election Commission of India has announced that 94.7% of Bihar's 7.9 crore electors have been covered in the enumeration process. After the draft electoral roll is published on August 1, 2025, political parties and the public will have a month to seek corrections or propose inclusions.

Chirag Paswan is again targeting Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, this time over the state's deteriorating law and order, raising concerns about rising crime. Despite being part of the NDA, Paswan's criticism mirrors opposition claims, fueling speculation of a repeat of his 2020 strategy, when he supported the BJP but opposed Nitish Kumar.

In Balasore, a B.Ed student's self-immolation case has taken a turn as her friend alleges the HoD threatened to fail her for not complying with demands. The friend also accused the Principal of provoking the victim, leading to her tragic death after a protest against the HoD.

MNS chief Raj Thackeray retaliated against BJP MP Nishikant Dubey's threatening remark, daring him to visit Mumbai, escalating the language debate in Maharashtra. Thackeray warned of retaliation in Mumbai's waters, responding to Dubey's defense that Mumbai isn't exclusively for Marathis.

Nishikant Dubey defended his controversial umko patak patak ke marenge remark, asserting that Mumbai belongs to all, not just Marathi speakers. He criticized the targeting of Hindi speakers and questioned the selective outrage, pointing out the diverse linguistic makeup of Mumbai. Dubey warned Uddhav and Raj Thackeray that they would face consequences outside Maharashtra for their divisive actions.

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey emphasized PM Modi's crucial role in the party's electoral triumphs, asserting that without PM Modi's leadership, the BJP might struggle to secure even 150 seats. He highlighted how PM Modi's popularity has drawn in previously unsupportive voter segments, particularly among the poor.

PM Narendra Modi criticized the Trinamool Congress government. He accused them of fostering lawlessness and loot in West Bengal. Modi claimed people are turning to the BJP for hope. He highlighted the lack of job opportunities. Modi promised economic transformation if the BJP wins. He questioned the state's investment environment citing violence and bias.

Following Rahul Gandhi's claim that Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma would face jail time for alleged corruption, Sarma responded sharply, asserting his Assamese identity and dismissing Gandhi's remarks as detached from reality. Sarma linked Gandhi's visit to violent clashes during an eviction drive in Goalpara, accusing him of encouraging encroachment.

Jharkhand Police are actively pursuing 55 wanted Maoists. These individuals, including top commanders, have a total bounty of Rs 8.45 crore. Authorities have intensified anti-Maoist operations across the state. So far this year, police have arrested 197 Maoists and recovered numerous weapons. The search continues to eliminate Maoist presence in the region. Ten Maoists surrendered and seventeen were killed.