An Indian woman named Damanpreet Kaur has been found dead at a residence in Canada. Kaur originally hailed from Samrala, a town in Punjab's Ludhiana district. Her partner has been arrested in connection with her murder. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.
President Donald Trump attended a rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner, held three months after the original event was disrupted by an assassination attempt. Trump made a notable fashion statement by wearing a '2028' label at the press gala. The event was a rerun of the correspondents' dinner that had been postponed following the security incident. The rescheduled gathering brought together members of the press and the White House in the traditional annual setting.
India defeated Zimbabwe by seven wickets in the opening T20I match, giving Shreyas Iyer his first win as T20I captain. The victory came as a relief for Iyer following previous defeats in the role. Teenage batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi stole the spotlight by smashing a half-century off just 18 balls. The feat made him the youngest player in history to score an international half-century at this pace.
The Indian epic film Ramayana had its trailer unveiled at San Diego Comic-Con, marking a major international debut for the project. The team announced a distribution partnership with Sony Pictures to bring the film to global audiences. Ramayana: Part One is being produced on a substantial budget, with a reported $40 million international campaign underway. The film stars Ranbir Kapoor and Yash in key roles. It is currently scheduled for a Diwali 2026 theatrical release.
Climate activist and innovator Sonam Wangchuk recently concluded his hunger strike, which he had undertaken in solidarity with members of the CJP. The protest was centered on demands for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Wangchuk broke his fast even though Pradhan did not step down from his position. The activist has since explained his reasons for ending the strike without the key demand being met.
US President Donald Trump has confirmed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will visit the United States next week. The two leaders had agreed to the meeting weeks ago following a phone call in which Netanyahu congratulated Trump on the 250th anniversary of American independence. Netanyahu also used the call to highlight the strong ties between Israel and the United States. The visit comes at a sensitive time, as a ceasefire between the US-Israeli alliance and Iran — established under a Memorandum of Understanding — broke down earlier this month, leading to renewed escalation.
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is maintaining its protest, making the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan its central and non-negotiable demand. While recent government meetings yielded positive responses on compensation and legal matters, the group says no firm decision has been reached on their primary demand. Activist Sonam Wangchuk had earlier ended his hunger strike after receiving written assurances from the central government. The CJP has warned of tougher protests if accountability is not addressed, signaling no willingness to negotiate until their core demand is met.
Young Indian pacer Mayank Yadav made his international return in a T20I against Zimbabwe after being sidelined since October 2024 due to injury. He delivered an impressive bowling performance, earning the Player of the Match award in the process. India won the opening T20I convincingly, with Mayank's return adding to the team's momentum. Veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin responded to critics by calling for patience toward players dealing with prolonged physical and mental recovery challenges.
A 40-year-old cab driver named Vijay Kumar was found stabbed to death inside his vehicle in Delhi's Krishna Nagar area. The incident was reported via a PCR call at around 9 PM on Thursday night. Police believe passengers who had hired the cab shortly before the incident are prime suspects. Kumar was found with multiple stab wounds while seated at the driver's seat. Since his wallet and phone were found intact, investigators believe robbery was not the motive behind the killing.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has dismissed 47 officials as part of a significant internal overhaul. The move comes in response to widespread controversy surrounding alleged paper leaks and irregularities in examinations. The shake-up reflects mounting pressure on the agency to restore credibility in its conduct of national-level tests. Students in Assam have also staged protests over the NEET paper leak issue, demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
The Amarnath Yatra has resumed after a six-day suspension, with approximately 6,000 pilgrims departing from the Jammu base camp. The pilgrimage had been halted on July 19 as a precautionary measure due to persistent heavy rainfall and dangerous weather conditions in Jammu and Kashmir. Authorities suspended the yatra to ensure the safety of devotees amid the adverse meteorological situation. The resumption signals an improvement in weather conditions along the route to the high-altitude Himalayan shrine.
S&P Global Ratings has identified OpenAI as a key credit risk for Oracle following the company's staggering $498 billion loss in market value. The ratings agency warned that Oracle's heavy reliance on OpenAI creates significant financial vulnerabilities for the tech giant. Oracle's aggressive push into AI infrastructure has further exposed it to considerable financial risk. The company's future financial health is now closely tied to OpenAI's ability to sustain growth and secure continued funding.
Jhandu Kumar from Bihar has secured India's first medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, claiming bronze in para powerlifting in Glasgow. The athlete overcame significant hardships, including a battle with polio and years spent working as an e-rickshaw driver and vegetable seller to make ends meet. Kumar lifted 190kg to reach the podium, marking a landmark moment in his sporting journey. He expressed overwhelming joy at the achievement, crediting his family, coaches, and support programs like TOPS and SAI for helping him get there.
Day 3 of the 2026 Commonwealth Games is set to be a subdued outing for India on the medals front. No confirmed medal events are scheduled for Indian athletes on this day. The only opportunities for podium finishes could arise if Indian competitors qualify for finals in artistic gymnastics and swimming. India's participation remains contingent on their performance in qualifying rounds for those two sports.
Finance Minister has outlined key priorities for the Income Tax Department, emphasizing a balanced approach to tax administration. The FM stressed the need to ensure convenience and ease of compliance for honest, law-abiding taxpayers. At the same time, she directed tax authorities to actively pursue and act against those who evade taxes. Reducing litigation was also highlighted as a critical goal, urging the department to resolve disputes efficiently and avoid unnecessary legal battles.
Thousands of students and young protesters have gathered at Jantar Mantar to demand accountability and institutional reforms. The demonstrations were triggered by irregularities in recent competitive examinations. Protesters are calling for sweeping changes to the examination system and related institutions. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Modi's 'Thank You Friends' reel has garnered over 303 million views amid the ongoing unrest.
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