India hits record 20,138 organ transplants in 2025, ranks third globally

Grenade-carrying suspect arrested in Pulwama amid heightened J&K security

A local man was arrested in Pulwama, Jammu & Kashmir, after being found in possession of a hand grenade and anti-national posters. The arrest took place during a security operation launched in the wake of recent killings of migrant workers in the region. Authorities have booked the suspect under stringent anti-terror legislation, including the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA). Security forces have since ramped up patrols and checkpoints across the Kashmir Valley. The measures are aimed at preventing further violence and maintaining law and order in the area.

Supreme Court allows states to drop cases against student protesters

The Supreme Court has permitted state governments to withdraw cases filed against students who participated in protests, enabling them to continue their education without fear of prosecution. However, the relief will not extend to individuals who already have prior criminal records. The court also announced plans to frame guidelines governing the use of graded force by police during protests. Deliberations on the exact modalities for identifying and clearing cases against genuine student protesters are still underway.

India's Census 2027 Phase 2 Starts Aug 17, to Include Caste Data After 96 Years

India will begin the second phase of Census 2027 population enumeration on August 17, starting with snow-bound northern regions. For the first time since 1931, caste details will be recorded as part of the exercise. The census will also capture parents' dates of birth and birthplaces as self-declared by respondents. On a voluntary basis, individuals may provide their Aadhaar and passport numbers during the enumeration. The official questionnaire for this phase is expected to be formally notified in the near future.

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