Weather Today July 24: India Meteorological Department forecasts widespread monsoon activity for July twenty-fourth. Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is expected in western, northern, and northeastern regions. Several states including Maharashtra and Gujarat will likely experience intense showers and thunderstorms. Major cities like Delhi and Mumbai anticipate cloudy skies with intermittent rain. High humidity and moderate temperatures will prevail across the country.
Pre-poll promises, post-poll precarity
Launched in 2024 ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly election, theLadkiBahinscheme initially delivered a vital financial lifeline to farm widows in the mostly rain-starvedMarathwadaregion. But with the political dust settled, mass deletions of beneficiaries have abruptly turned that brief security into deep anxiety, findsRadheshyamJadhav
Manipur capped their campaign in the National Masters Classic and Equipped Powerlifting Championship 2026 held at Garkheda Stadium, Maharashtra with a haul of 10 medals in equipped and 9 medals in classic After State veteran athletes produced a fine display of their ability in classic competition to win 3 gold, 4 silver and 2 bronze medals, they improved their medal haul in the equipped event by securing 4 gold, 4 silver and 2 bronze medals br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 07 Powerlifting 20260724 jpg border 1 alt National Masters Powerlifting C'ship Manipur conclude with 10 medals td tr tr td align center National Masters Powerlifting C'ship Manipur conclude with 10 medals td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br Tensubam Sovini, Thokchom Kunjarani and Kangjam Ibemhal, who secured gold medals in the classic competition went on to clinch gold in the equipped event while the fourth gold medal came from Naoshekpam Bimola who won a silver medal in the classic competition Sovini registered best lift of 60 kg in squat, 30 kg in bench press and 80 kg in deadlift to seal her second gold medal in the Masters II women's 69 kg category as Thokchom Kunjarani managed 50 kg in squat, 30 kg in bench press and 60 kg in deadlift for her second medal in the Masters IV women's 76 kg category Naoshekpam Bimola on the other hand won the equipped gold medal in the Masters III women's 84 kg category by posting 60 kg in squat, 40 kg in bench press and 80 kg in deadlift as Kangjam Ibemhal found her way to the second gold medal in the Masters IV women's 84 kg category with a lift of 50 kg in squat, 30 kg in bench press and 50 kg in deadlift Huidrom Suni Women's Masters II 52 kg 70 kg in squat, 40 kg in bench press and 90 kg in deadlift Nameirakpam Devala Women's Masters I 57 kg 60 kg in squat, 40 kg in bench press and 90 kg in deadlift , Sama Mema Women's Masters II 84 kg 90 kg in squat, 40 kg bench press and 100 kg in deadlift and Nena Maimom Women's Masters III 84 kg 70 kg in squat, 40 kg in bench press and 90 kg in deadlift meanwhile won silver in equipped competition Kiran Kumar Kangjam Men's Masters III 59 kg 90 kg in squat, 50 kg in bench press and 100 kg in deadlift and RK Chandrakumar Men's Masters IV 74 kg 60 kg in squat, 40 kg in bench press and 90 kg in deadlift were the bronze medallists in the equipped event Source The Sangai Express
Centre providing all necessary support to affected states, UTs: MHA
New Delhi, Jul 23:The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Thursday said it is proactively monitoring the monsoon situation across the country. The MHA said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and guidance of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, it was providing all necessary support to affected states and Union Territories in managing challenges posed by heavy rains. It said that in July 2026, country has faced heavy rains and landslides in some parts like J&K, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, West Bengal, Assam, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Dadar and Nagar Haveli, and Daman. The MHA said that it's Integrated Control Room (ICR-ER) is working in close coordination with other central agencies including India Meteorological Department (IMD), Central Water Commission (CWC), and Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) for raising timely alerts to State Emergency Operation Centres and District Emergency Operation Centres. It said that besides disseminating early warnings up to states, UTs, and districts, the control rooms are monitoring all the rescue activities round the clock. The MHA said that the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) had worked tirelessly with state government agencies, state police, and SDRF in all these places for rescue and relief operations to save human lives. It said that NDRF pre-positioned its teams at vulnerable places to reduce response time. During the last one week, 52 civilians have been rescued by NDRF teams whereas 2206 civilians were evacuated to safer places across all the affected states and UTs, the MHA said. In coordination with MHA, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) also mobilised its resources within shortest possible time to save stranded people, to provide assistance to rescue agencies in transportation of men and material and distributing relief materials. A review meeting regarding preparedness for pre-monsoon floods and heatwaves across the country, was chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on May 10. In follow up, another meeting was held by MHA on June 3 to review the overall preparedness on heavy rain, cloudburst, floods and landslides in Jammu and Kashmir. Preparedness along the Char Dhamyatra route was also reviewed by MHA regularly. Under directions of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the inter-ministerial central teams have already visited the affected areas of Arunachal Pradesh and Assam from July 7 to 10 for assessing the extent of damage and to provide necessary financial assistance to these states from NDRF. Another Inter-Ministerial Central Team is scheduled to visit the affected area of Assam from July 25, 2026, for assessing loss and damage caused due to incessant rains and floods. Though recent rains have caused difficulty to people in some states, overall it has reduced the earlier predicted rain deficit of approximately 30 percentage to about 15 percentage.
One killed, 891 rescued as Mahas Palghar faces rain fury
PTI Mumbai/ Palghar One person was killed, while nearly 900 people were rescued in Maharashtras Palghar district on Thursday after heavy overnight rains which also affected power supply, leaving some two lakh people without electricity, officials said. Torrential downpours in Kalyan taluka of adjoining Thane district submerged key bridges, severely impacting traffic and connectivity in []
Maha CM Fadnavis condemns cops threat to student protesters
PTI Mumbai Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday termed completely wrong the behaviour of a police driver seen in a viral video threatening student protesters with false narcotics charges, adding that immediate disciplinary action has been initiated against him. Fadnavis, who also holds the Home portfolio, assured that a probe is underway, but cautioned []
Brother and sister attempt suicide at lodge in Maharashtra, both stable
Mumbai homemaker duped of Rs 38,000 in social media fraud
Police detain driver after car collision injures three in Mumbai
Mumbai man sentenced to 10 years for attempted murder in 2015 stabbing case
Maharashtra scraps mandatory one-year service bond for MBBS graduates
Fadnavis: Those with other agenda in student stir, oppn dodging edu debate
Maharashtra to open registered vehicle scrapping facility in Mumbai Metropolitan Region
HC junks Maharashtra co-op ministers order on division of a housing society
CBI arrests IRCTC officer from Mumbai office and Tejas caterer in bribery case
India's unemployment rate remained steady at 5.5% in June for the third consecutive month, with urban job creation keeping pace with rising labour force participation. However, women's workforce participation, particularly in urban areas, remained low, highlighting a key structural challenge despite an otherwise resilient labour market, according to NSO data.
Power outage at water treatment plants halts water supply across Vasai-Virar
BMC unlikely to lift 10% water cut in Mumbai
Rain batters Palghar; over 200 villages cut off, one dead, 891 people evacuated
Pivot, dont give up: Call for home stay amid ban on public assembly
MLAs security guard booked for abusing nurses
Fadnavis flags off Bharat Taxi service at Navi Mumbai airport
Contract worker killed while clearing fallen tree in Maharashtra
Urban mining push aims to turn Mumbai's discarded EV batteries into critical mineral source
In a progressive move, India is launching a vital incentive scheme dedicated to urban mining. This initiative's goal is to extract crucial battery minerals from e-waste, thus lessening the nations reliance on imports. With stricter regulations in place for recovery rates of valuable battery materials, this policy reinforces the countrys electric vehicle ambitions and energy sustainability.
Heavy rains swell Godavari, other rivers in Nashik, residents warned
Authorities have warned that the Godavari could cross the danger mark soon due to increased water flow amid heavy rains and discharge from the Gangapur dam
Mumbai civic body shuts canteen at its headquarters after FDA suspends contractors food licence
Maharashtra has made Aadhaar authentication mandatory for farmers seeking benefits under the Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Shetkari Karjmukti Yojana, 2026. However, safeguards have been introduced to ensure genuine beneficiaries are not excluded due to authentication issues. Farmers without Aadhaar can use enrolment slips and approved identity documents, while alternative verification methods such as iris, face and OTP authentication will be available.
Collective launches legal defense network for student protesters in Mumbai
Heavy rain disrupts Mumbai-bound rail traffic as flooding forces train cancellations and diversions
Heavy rainfall in Maharashtra's Palghar district disrupted Western Railway services after rivers beneath key railway bridges crossed danger levels. Authorities suspended and regulated train movement, cancelling 52 trains, short-terminating 46, and diverting 19. Suburban services were also affected, with normal operations expected only after floodwaters recede and safety inspections are completed.
India now has over 400 space start-ups, Govt tells Rajya Sabha
In a written reply to a question in the Rajya Sabha, Union Minister Jitendra Singh said in 2026 so far, private investment worth USD 187 million has been reported and 105 authorisations have been issued to non-government entities (NGEs) as on July 7
UP youth, father electrocuted by snapped power line in Ballia
According to the police, Rajesh Yadav (27) and his father Janardan Yadav (58) had gone to the field around 6 am for their morning routine when Rajesh came in contact with the power line that had snapped and fallen there the previous night
United Kingdom evacuates remaining embassy staff from Iran over security risks
Britain in June withdrew its embassy staff from Iran, following in the footsteps of other European nations as well as Australia and New Zealand. The withdrawals came after Israel launched renewed air strikes on Iran claiming its arch enemy was on the verge of developing a nuclear weapon
Political Interference in Students Futures Must End: Sanjay Shirsat
Ahmedabad, July 23: Maharashtra Minister Sanjay Shirsat has asserted that the future of students should not be politicized. He condemned the police action against protesters and expressed support for addressing key demands of students, urging all political parties to keep the movement focused on students interests. In a recent conversation, he emphasized that students futures ... Read more Political Interference in Students Futures Must End: Sanjay Shirsat
Prakash Ambedkar claims Maharashtra Bandh received overwhelming response
He claimed that citizens and various organisations participated in the bandh across several districts, including Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nanded, Latur, Kolhapur, Dharashiv (formerly Osmanabad), Gondia, Gadchiroli, Bhandara, Jalgaon, and Nashik
NICDC Launches Cross-Learning Program at Auric Smart City to Enhance Industrial Corridor Projects
New Delhi, July 23: The National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC), in collaboration with Maharashtra Industrial Township Limited (MITL), launched a two-day cross-learning site visit program at the Auric Smart City in the Shendra-Bidkin Industrial Area on Thursday. This initiative aims to share knowledge, strengthen institutional capacities, and promote the adoption of successful practices for ... Read more NICDC Launches Cross-Learning Program at Auric Smart City to Enhance Industrial Corridor Projects
Video claiming Rajnath Singh threatened CJP protesters is fake: Govt
In a statement on X, the PIB stated that the fake video was being shared by Pakistani propaganda accounts as part of an online misinformation campaign
Sonam Wangchuk's health stable, says Medanta Hospital; fast enters Day 26
A day earlier, Wangchuk reiterated his demand for assurance of no legal action against protesters as a condition to break his 25-day-long hunger strike
Fortis Hospitals Mumbai Launches 'Har Ghar Hero', A City-Wide Mission to Make Mumbai CPR-Ready
Fortis Hospitals Mumbai today announced the launch of 'Har Ghar Hero' , a first-of-its-kind, community-led CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) preparedness movement aimed at empowering Mumbaikars with the knowledge, skills and confidence to respond effectively during cardiac emergencies. Bringing together citizens from the length and breadth of Mumbai, across housing societies, corporates, schools, colleges and civic bodies, under one unified movement, the initiative reinforces a simple message - every household should have at least one person trained in CPR, a 'Hero' who can step forward when every second counts. Fortis Mumbai launches ‘Har Ghar Hero’ initiative to build CPR-ready Mumbai with (L-R) Dr Gore, Dr Gaikwad, Dr Singh, Hon. Ms. Hemangini Patil, Dr S. Narayani, Dr Gore & Dr Nabar The initiative was inaugurated by Hon. Ms. Hemangini Patil, Regional Transport Officer, Thane Region, and Dr. S. Narayani, Business Head – Fortis Hospitals, Maharashtra. They were joined by Fortis Mumbai's leadership team and emergency medicine specialists — Dr. Sandeep Gore (Director, Emergency Medicine, Fortis Hospital Mulund), Dr. Amit Nabar (Director, Emergency & Community Medicine, S. L. Raheja Hospital, Mahim - A Fortis Associate), Dr. Preetam Gaikwad (Head, Emergency Medicine, Hiranandani Hospital, Vashi - A Fortis Network Hospital) and Dr. Sudhir Gore (Head, Emergency Medicine, Fortis Hospital Kalyan), who spoke about the importance of building CPR preparedness beyond hospital settings. The launch was also supported by Dr. Manjeet Singh Arora, Senior Consultant-General Physician, Fortis Hospital Mulund, who has spearheaded CPR trainings in the community for the past two decades, and won multiple accolades for his contribution to community preparedness. In a sudden cardiac emergency, the first few minutes are often decisive. Through 'Har Ghar Hero' , Fortis Hospitals Mumbai aims to bring CPR awareness and training closer to communities, building a wider network of people who are prepared to act until professional medical help arrives. What sets the initiative apart is its scale and reach; it is designed to unite residents from every corner of the city, from South Mumbai to the far suburbs, in a single, sustained movement toward a common goal - a CPR-ready Mumbai. As part of the initiative, Fortis Hospitals Mumbai will partner with civic bodies, utility and service providers, transport operators, quick-commerce platforms, housing societies, corporate hubs, educational institutions and other community groups to expand CPR awareness across the city. The focus for the coming year would be on equipping 2 lakh Mumbaikars of all ages and backgrounds with essential CPR skills, and building a growing base of trained first responders who can act swiftly in a cardiac emergency, before EMS teams arrive. Fortis Mumbai will also launch a community perception survey to gauge current levels of emergency preparedness among Mumbaikars, and awareness about application of Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR and use of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). These insights that will help identify gaps and shape future training efforts. Speaking at the launch, Dr. S. Narayani, Business Head – Fortis Hospitals, Maharashtra, said, "With 'Har Ghar Hero', Fortis Mumbai is taking an important step towards making CPR preparedness a community priority. In a cardiac emergency, the first responder is often not a healthcare professional but a family member, colleague, neighbour or passer-by. Our aim is to build a culture where every household has at least one person who knows what to do when it matters most. Through sustained partnerships and community-led training, we hope to create a city that is better prepared to respond to emergencies." Over the past few years, emergency medicine specialists from Fortis Hospitals Mumbai have collectively trained and certified 1.5 lakh Mumbaikars in CPR, and engaged with 1,000+ housing societies, 350+ corporate set-ups, 300+ colleges and schools, 100+ government bodies and civic institutions, and 600+ NGOs and community groups. Through 'Har Ghar Hero', Fortis Mumbai aims to build a sustained movement around CPR awareness, growing a network of trained citizens who can act as 'Heroes' in the moments when immediate action makes the difference. To get your workplace or housing society trained and certified, call 022 4111 4111. About Fortis Healthcare Limited Fortis Healthcare Limited is a leading integrated healthcare delivery service provider in India. The healthcare verticals of the company primarily comprise hospitals, diagnostics, and day care specialty facilities. Currently, the company operates 36 healthcare facilities (including JVs and O&M facilities) across 12 states and union territories. The Company’s network comprises over 6,000 operational beds (including O&M beds) and 400 diagnostics labs. www.fortishealthcare. com/ About IHH HEALTHCARE (“IHH”) IHH is a leading multinational healthcare provider shaping the future of care. Driven by our aspiration to Care. For Good., we unite medical excellence and innovation, pushing boundaries through our trusted brands such as Acibadem, Gleneagles, Fortis, Island, Mount Elizabeth, Pantai, Parkway and Prince Court. Across 10 countries, including Malaysia, Singapore, Türkiye, India and Greater China, our 70,000-strong team delivers world-class excellence every day, within and beyond our 140 healthcare facilities, including more than 80 hospitals. Our comprehensive services span the full healthcare continuum, from primary and ambulatory to quaternary care, complemented by diagnostics, imaging, rehabilitation, telehealth and home care. In partnership with our stakeholders, IHH is advancing value-based care, building a sustainable healthcare ecosystem and creating meaningful impact, as we work towards our vision to become the world’s most trusted healthcare services network. www.ihhhealthcare.com
Supreme Court cancels Sonam Raghuvanshis bail, orders surrender within 3 weeks
Supreme Court cancelled the bail granted to Sonam Raghuvanshi, accused of murdering her husband Raja Raghuvanshi during their honeymoon in Meghalaya, and directed her to surrender within three weeks. The court also remarked that the modern generation is restless and seeks quick solutions
Delhi Police denies NSA powers linked to CJP protest, calls order routine
The Delhi Police have clarified that this is not a new order. It has been in effect for a long time and is renewed every three months as part of the standard administrative process, officials said
CJP Protest: I was hit by a stone on my head: Delhi ACP recounts violence
Delhi ACP Jai Prakash said he suffered a minor head fracture after allegedly being hit by a stone during violent clashes at the NEET protest near Jantar Mantar. Delhi Police have registered an FIR and launched an investigation after two ACPs and several personnel were injured
The Maharashtra government has revamped undergraduate medical and dental admissions by eliminating institutional rounds in private colleges and bringing all seats under the CET Cell's centralised counselling process. It has also introduced a two-year admission ban for candidates who skip seats allotted in the final round, while retaining the existing free-exit provision after the first counselling round.
Sikkim tunnel collapse: Rescue operation ends; all 25 missing bodies recovered
The four-day search and rescue operation at the collapsed under-construction NHPC Teesta Stage VI Hydropower Project tunnel in Sikkim concluded after all 25 missing workers and officials were recovered. The state government has ordered a high-level probe into the incident
Three US law firms probe HDFC Bank over alleged Maharashtra deposit payments
HDFC Bank is facing fresh scrutiny in the US after three law firms launched investigations into whether the lender violated federal securities laws over allegations that it disguised 45 crore in payments to the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) as marketing expenses.
Mumbai cop threatens to frame detained students in fake drug case
Mumbai: A Maharashtra policeman was caught on video allegedly threatening detained student protesters that he could easily plant drug evidence in their pockets if they were seen protesting again over the NEET paper leak in Mumbai. A video surfaced on X on Thursday, July 23, amid ongoing protests in Mumbai, where the police officer, identified Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Kejriwal questions PM Modi over paper leak courts, seeks Pradhan's resignation
Kejriwal alleged that the Prime Minister's announcement was not what students had sought and accused the Centre of attempting to mislead them
Anna Hazare holds silent protest to support students over paper leak row
Hazare observed the maun andolan at the Mahatma Gandhi statue in Ahilyanagar before returning to his native village of Ralegan Siddhi in the same district
Mallikarjun Kharge: NEET debate would've begun on Day1 if government was serious
Speaking to reporters, Kharge also launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, questioning his intentions on the issue and demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
Uddhav-Raj announce morcha in Mumbai on July 26 to convey 'angst' of students, their parents
Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray announced a protest march for July twenty-sixth. This morcha will convey student and parent angst over alleged police actions. The protest aims to address the NEET paper leak and police brutality concerns. Leaders from Maharashtra Congress will also participate in the planned demonstration. No political flags will be displayed during the peaceful march.
Rains submerge key bridges in Thane district; traffic diverted
Thane: Torrential downpours in Kalyan taluka of Maharashtras Thane district have submerged key bridges, severely impacting traffic and connectivity in the region, an official said on Thursday. Kalyan Tehsildar Vikas Garudkar said that the Runde bridge on the Titwala-Falegaon road went completely underwater around 8 am due to rising water levels in the Kalu river. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Social activist Anna Hazare undertakes 'maun andolan' to support protesting students
Social activist Anna Hazare held a silent protest in Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra. He extended his support to protesting students in Delhi on Thursday. Hazare wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressing his deep concern over the situation. He urged the government to listen patiently and find solutions through dialogue. The activist suggested the Union Education Minister's resignation could improve accountability.
Mumbai Police ordered an inquiry into a viral video showing a police driver threatening students. The driver allegedly warned of fabricated criminal cases and drug planting charges. This incident occurred while Mumbai witnessed protests supporting a New Delhi student agitation. The driver has been removed from his current posting pending the inquiry's completion. Police are verifying facts to address the serious allegations raised by the video.
Rajya Sabha adjourned amid deadlock over Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation
Rajya Sabha proceedings were adjourned till 2 pm after Opposition parties insisted that Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resign before any discussion on the NEET paper leak. While the Opposition refused to begin the debate without his resignation, the government accused it of disrupting Parliament despite agreeing to discuss the issue
Delhi HC to hear plea seeking NIA probe into Chalo Sansad protest violence
The petition seeks the transfer of all First Information Reports (FIRs) registered by the Delhi Police in connection with the incident to a specialised investigating agency and requests action against those allegedly involved in the violence
Congo Ebola death toll crosses 1,000 amid fast-spreading outbreak
More than 1,000 people have died in the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to the Africa CDC. Health officials warned that the outbreak, driven by the Bundibugyo virus, is spreading faster than response efforts amid conflict, community resistance, funding shortages and the absence of approved vaccines or treatments
FBI arrests Indian national in major drug trafficking crackdown
The FBI has arrested Indian national Harmanveer Singh in California for his alleged role in a transnational drug trafficking network linked to the Canada-based Ravinder Dhanda gang. The arrest is part of Operation Hard Ball, an international crackdown targeting organised crime groups involved in narcotics smuggling across the US, Canada and Mexico.
After many years of campus apathy in Mumbai, have students found rallying point?
Student politics in Mumbai has seen a significant decline in recent years. The absence of regular student elections has created a leadership vacuum. Many students now focus on careers and opportunities abroad instead of public life. Stricter rules on campuses limit protests and student-led demonstrations. Social media and figures like Sonam Wangchuk offer new avenues for student engagement.
India tells UN: Indus Waters Treaty to stay suspended until terror ends
India suspended the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty following the April 2025 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, in which 24 people were killed
Maharashtra Releases First List of 533 Farmers Under Loan Waiver Scheme
State launches first phase of Rs 40,980-crore farm loan waiver; rollout delayed due to Income Tax verification.
Saket Court allows Aaftab to sit beside defence counsel
A Delhi court rejected an objection to accused Aaftab Amin Poonawala sitting adjacent to his defence counsel during trial proceedings, stating that every accused is presumed innocent and entitled to a fair trial. The court said proximity to legal counsel is essential for effective communication and smooth conduct of proceedings.
Death toll in Sikkim tunnel tragedy climbs to 22
The death toll in the NHPC Teesta Stage VI Hydropower Project tunnel incident in Sikkim's Namchi district has risen to 22 after nine more bodies were recovered. Rescue teams, including the NDRF and Eastern Coalfields Limited experts, continue intensive operations to locate the remaining trapped workers despite difficult conditions.
3,500 VBA workers detained ahead of Maharashtra bandh called by us: Prakash Ambedkar
VBA party chief Mr. Ambedkar appealed for a Statewide bandh to be observed in protest of the Centres education policies and the alleged police action against students and agitators in Delhi
Rahul Gandhi attacks PM Modi despite fast-track courts on NEET paper leak
While the government projected the move as part of its efforts to safeguard students' interests, the Congress maintained that stronger political accountability was required
Students blocking medical seats to face two-year ban in Maharashtra
Maharashtra has abolished the private medical college institutional quota round. This decision will change student admission processes for these institutions. Admissions will now exclusively use the state CET cell's centralized process. The number of admission rounds may increase from five to six. This move aligns Maharashtra with other states taking similar steps.
A young woman has become a symbol of protests against the alleged NEET paper leak. Rhiya Ahir confronted police in Mumbai, questioning their response to student demonstrations. The Cockroach Janta Party's protests are expanding across cities following earlier clashes in Delhi. Police have registered multiple cases and booked hundreds for unlawful assembly and violating orders. Protesters demand the Union education minister's resignation or direct engagement with students.
CJP reiterates demand for Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation amid protests
CJP representative Ashutosh Ranka said the protest had evolved into a nationwide movement and maintained that the group's key demand remained unchanged
CJP alleges outsiders trying to disrupt paper leak protest, defame movement
The allegations come a day after clashes were reported during the protest in the national capital, with both the protesters and the police accusing each other over the violence
CJP protest: Delhi Police personnel injured in violence, security tightened
According to Delhi Police, the violence erupted at around 8:30 pm near Tolstoy Marg in the Connaught Place area, where a group of alleged miscreants pelted stones and hurled bottles at security personnel deployed to manage the protest
CJP vows to continue protest until Pradhan resigns
Cockroach Janta Party spokesperson Saurav Das said Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation remains a non-negotiable demand, adding that the protest will continue until it is met.
Trump says Iran wants a deal amid escalating conflict
US President Donald Trump described the conflict with Iran as a skirmish and claimed Tehran wants to strike a deal but is not ready yet. His remarks came as the US continued airstrikes on Iranian targets, while Iranian leaders warned that any further aggression would be met with a decisive response.
MHT CET merit list 2026 released at cetcell.mahacet.org: Direct link to downoad here
The Maharashtra CET Cell has published the MHT CET 2026 provisional merit list for engineering admissions under the Centralised Admission Process (CAP). Candidates can verify their ranks and personal details, while objections can be submitted until July 25. The final merit list will be released on July 27, after which counselling, seat allotment and admissions will begin.
Mid-Day Opinion: Take Soberss word for it
Heres what Sir Garfield Sobers, who passed away in Barbados last week, felt about the Indians he played with and against from 1952-53 to 1971-72 when Gavaskar and Engineer were his RoW teammates
Mid-Day Opinion: Equip all train coaches with latest surveillance tech
They are important in the safety ecosystem of the Railways
Five-year-old killed in fatal leopard attack in Pune
A five-year-old girl was killed after a leopard attacked and dragged her away while she was sleeping outside a cowshed in Pune district's Shirur taluka. The family chased the animal after hearing screams, but it fled into a nearby sugarcane field. Police and forest officials are investigating the fatal attack.
US forces launch fresh wave of strikes against Iranian military targets: CENTCOM
Sharing the details in a post on X, it said that the mission will continue to degrade Iran's ability to threaten civilian mariners and commercial vessels.
SC refuses urgent hearing on plea over CJP protest police action
The Supreme Court declined an urgent hearing on a plea challenging the police action against students during the Cockroach Janta Party's protest march in Delhi. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said the court was not interested in viewing video footage cited by the petitioner and asked the counsel not to waste the court's time
Jaishankar tells Wang Yi border peace is key to ties
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar told Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi that peace and tranquillity along the border are essential for normal India-China relations. During their meeting in Manila, Jaishankar also raised concerns over market access, trade imbalance and supply chain uncertainties.
16 Delhi Metro stations closed over security concerns
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) closed 16 Metro stations, including Rajiv Chowk, Central Secretariat, Mandi House and ITO, until further notice citing security reasons. The move comes as crowds swelled at the Cockroach Janta Party's ongoing protest at Jantar Mantar, though interchange facilities remain operational at select stations
Lok Sabha to debate Supreme Court Judges Amendment Bill
The Lok Sabha is set to debate and consider the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, alongside an Opposition resolution seeking to disapprove the related ordinance. The House will also table key Public Accounts Committee reports on defence procurement, the Securities Markets Code and other parliamentary business.
Red alert in Pune as IMD warns of heavy rainfall
After three days of continuous rain, Pune witnessed intensified showers on Wednesday, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a red alert for the entire district, including the ghat regions. The weather department has warned of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall through Thursday, with conditions expected to improve from Friday.
One Piece's Luffy inspires name of newly discovered beetle group
The genus currently includes Luffy schillhammeri and Luffy nika, two beetles found in the forests of Southeast Asia
Grok to make historically accurate The Odyssey film
The remark came months after Musk criticised the Christopher Nolan movie over the casting of Lupita Nyongo as Helen of Troy
Space discovery: Two giant planets are lighter than cotton candy
Both worlds are approximately the size of Jupiter, but contain far less material than their dimensions suggest
Hitler's birthplace officially reopens as police station in Austria
After years of debate about the large house in the town of Braunau am Inn, which was in private ownership and had housed a charity for handicapped people, Austria made a compulsory purchase in 2017, and announced in 2019 it would be remodelled and turned into a police station
Not serious about talks, Marco Rubio slams Iran
The northern route out via the Suez Canal adds weeks to the shipments
'Hacker hai bhai hacker': CJP shares video of detained protesters fleeing Mumbai police van
A video showing Cockroach Janta Party protesters escaping a police van has gone viral. This incident occurred during ongoing tensions following a recent 'Sansad Chalo' march in Delhi. Protesters clashed with police near Parliament, leading to detentions and an FIR. The CJP is demanding accountability for alleged NEET examination irregularities. Activist Sonam Wangchuk continues his fast while undergoing hospital treatment.
Police barricades keep BJP, Congress workers apart during face-off in Jammu
Jammu, Jul 22:Despite heavy rain, BJP and Congress workers came face-to-face at ShaheediChowk near the Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) headquarters on Wednesday, prompting massive police deployment and the erection of barricades to prevent any confrontation. Police formed a security cordon and kept the rival groups apart with barbed wire as both parties raised slogans within proximity to each other. The BJP protest was led by the Leader of Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Sunil Sharma, who, along with senior party leaders and workers, marched towards the JKPCC headquarters despite heavy downpour, raising slogans against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. The Congress workers led by JKPCC president Tariq Hameed Karra and working president Raman Bhalla came out of the party headquarters and staged a counter-protest, chanting slogans demanding the resignation of Prime Minister NarendraModi and against alleged hooliganism of the BJP. Sharma accused Gandhi of abandoning parliamentary debate and attempting to incite unrest among the youth. We are marching to the JKPCC office to convey one clear message that India believes in democracy, not in political theatrics, the BJP leader said. He claimed that Gandhi walked away from debate and left Parliament the country's highest democratic institution and the foremost forum where national policies are debated. By doing so, he committed an act that appears to be part of a larger conspiracy. He (Gandhi) is attempting to instigate the youth, who are the foundations of the vision of a developed India by 2047, trying to create an atmosphere of anarchy. The Congress seems to believe that, just as movements were launched in countries like Bangladesh and Nepal in the name of so-called public uprisings to capture power, a similar strategy can succeed here. That is their misconception, Sharma said. Stating that the people of India, especially the youth, have faith in democracy, he said. If Gandhi wants to come to power, there is a democratic process for that he should seek people's mandate through elections. After suffering electoral defeats in Bihar, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Assam and several other places, it appears they believe they can create unrest and build a political atmosphere through disorder. JKPCC president Karra defended the Congress protest as a democratic right, alleging that the BJP was trying to suppress dissent instead of allowing a discussion in Parliament on the students' agitation. Accusing the ruling party of using force against the protesters and targeting the Congress, Karra claimed that BJP workers had come to the party office to intimidate its members, asserting that the Congress was prepared to peacefully resist what he termed the BJP's hooliganism. A protest is undoubtedly a part of democracy there is no doubt about that. But our protest is against the BJP's hooliganism. Our protest is also against the fact that the BJP does not want to discuss such a sensitive and contentious issue in Parliament. We are protesting because students have gathered at the JantarMantar in Delhi to voice their grievances, hardships and demands, yet, instead of engaging with them, the government chose to lathi-charge them, Karra said. He alleged that the police crackdown on student protesters in Delhi on Monday indicated that the BJP and Prime Minister NarendraModi had realised that protests were spreading across the country. It is the BJP which is creating unrest and attacking people across the country. Today, BJP workers came to attack our party office. We were sitting peacefully inside, but when we learned that they had come to attack us, we could not simply remain seated we had to come outside as well, Karra said. What the BJP is doing is not protest but hooliganism. Using the government, the administration and the police, they have come here to attack us. But we are standing our ground, fully prepared to face any such attack, he added. The BJP and the Congress have been at loggerheads over the police crackdown on protesters led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), who gathered at the JantarMantar on Monday for a 'SansadChalo' march, demanding accountability over the NEET paper leak and resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, among others, despite heavy security deployment. The matter took a dramatic turn on Tuesday when opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Samajwadi Party's AkhileshYadav, were forcibly removed by police after they staged a dharna outside Prime Minister NarendraModi's residence in Delhi, demanding his resignation.
July 21 Marks a Dark Day for Democracy, Countdown for Government Begins: Vijay Wadettiwar
Mumbai, July 23: Maharashtra Congress legislator Vijay Wadettiwar criticized the government following student protests at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi and police action against Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi. He declared July 21 a dark day, asserting that democracy is being stifled. In a conversation with the media, Wadettiwar expressed concern over the prolonged protests ... Read more July 21 Marks a Dark Day for Democracy, Countdown for Government Begins: Vijay Wadettiwar
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Lists will be published at the village level in the Gram Panchayat, various executive cooperative society offices and the respective bank branches, says CMO
