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Monsoon Session began amid repeated disruptions as the Opposition targeted the Centre over the alleged NEET paper leak and student protests. In the Rajya Sabha, Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge accused the government of suppressing student voices over the examination controversy,

The police used sticks and batons to disperse the CJP supporters, mostly youngsters, who had converged at the Jantar Mantar protest site to begin the march to Parliament against alleged irregularities in NEET -- the national entrance test for medical colleges -- and to demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

Indians already in Iran have been advised to consider leaving temporarily using available flights, while those choosing to stay should remain highly cautious, avoid military-sensitive areas, and follow local authorities' instructions. The embassy has also asked all Indian nationals to register with it and monitor official updates.

He said India's 7.7% growth rate despite the West Asia crisis demonstrates the country's inherent strength and resilience. Urging a productive Monsoon Session, the Prime Minister called for meaningful debates based on facts and logic while highlighting recent milestones

India's celebrated ultra-marathon runner Sufiya Sufi has reached Kashmir during her 5,000-km 'Run for Dreams' from Kanyakumari to Karakoram, dedicated to the Indian Armed Forces. The endurance challenge aims to earn her a sixth Guinness World Record while promoting fitness, women's empowerment, patriotism, and national unity.

Indian benchmark indices opened sharply lower on Monday, with the Sensex falling over 500 points and the Nifty slipping below 24,200, as weak global cues and a surge in crude oil prices amid escalating Middle East tensions dampened investor sentiment.

The CBI said it has registered seven FIRs, seized incriminating documents during the searches, and that the Supreme Court is monitoring the ongoing investigation

24-carat gold was priced at 1,41,880 per 10 grams, while 22-carat gold stood at 1,30,056 per 10 grams. Silver was trading at 2,20,803 per kilogram in the benchmark Mumbai market.

In a post on X, the NTA said it was closely monitoring and scrutinising all complaints and noted that several OMR sheets received for verification had turned out to be fake or AI-generated. The agency advised candidates to submit only original OMR sheets for scrutiny, warning that legal action

A purported trailer of Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana leaked online shortly after its Delhi launch event despite strict anti-leak measures. The viral clips sparked excitement among fans ahead of the film's official global trailer release on July 24

Defending 'man hater' Sakshi Jha on Latent, Samay Raina urged his fans to shower her with love. Her act received zero points from all the judges and triggered widespread criticism online.

Leaders from the Congress, TMC, Samajwadi Party, AAP, CPI, JMM, DMK, Left parties and Shiv Sena (UBT) joined the protest, alleging that the government was legitimising defections before due process was complete.

While the ruling side must justify major constitutional changes with legal clarity, the Opposition must move beyond symbolic protests and effectively scrutinise legislation. The piece concludes that Parliament's conduct during these debates will determine whether constitutional change strengthens or weakens India's democratic framework.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the successful launch of Vikram-1, India's first privately built orbital rocket by Skyroot Aerospace, calling it a milestone for Atmanirbhar Bharat. Speaking to CEO Pawan Kumar Chandana and co-founder Naga Bharath Daka after the launch from Sriharikota

The Fire Force did not disclose the severity of the injuries or identify the locations of the two sites, saying firefighting operations were still underway and that further updates would be released, Xinhua news agency reported.

As of July 18, 2026, retail gold prices in major Indian cities stood at around 1,42,530 per 10 grams for 24-carat gold and 1,30,650 per 10 grams for 22-carat gold. Meanwhile, 999 purity silver was retailing at approximately 1,71,900 per kg

Jennifer Winget married her long-term boyfriend, Singapore-based businessman William Ishmael, in a dreamy white wedding in the UK. Jennifer was previously married to Karan Singh Grover.

The winners of the 72nd National Film Awards were announced on Saturday for films certified by CBFC during 2024. Article 370 emerged as the top winner with Best Feature Film and Best Actress for Yami Gautam. Rajkumar Periasamy won Best Direction for Amaran, while Kalki 2898 AD received the wholesome entertainment award.

Apple was last valued at $4.88 trillion as its shares held steady, while Nvidia was roughly at $4.86 trillion, following a 3.5% decline.

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Members of the Deve Gowda family indicated that a decision is likely to be taken to conduct the funeral rites in Hassan, the former Prime Minister's home district.

Maharashtra Congress chief Harshwardhan Sapkal also demanded Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's silence on the issue, and accused the Centre of apathy towards Wangchuk's protest.