Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi launched a sharp attack on the government over the July 20 student protests, alleging excessive use of force against demonstrators. Addressing a press conference, Gandhi claimed students were beaten, targeted with pellet guns, and intimidated through surveillance measures.

Rahul Gandhi questioned the role of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, alleging that forces involved in the action report to the Home Ministry. He demanded that Shah take responsibility and called for his resignation along with an independent probe monitored by a Supreme Court-appointed committee.

Rahul Gandhi Accuses Amit Shah Over Student Protest Crackdown | Demands Resignation And Probe

The 37-day protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar has officially ended after the government accepted all key demands raised by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). Following Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation and government assurances, CJP leaders urged protesters to return home peacefully while promising to continue pushing for long-term education reforms.

Jantar Mantar protest ends after Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation | CJP declares victory


Former IPL founder and chairman Lalit Modi has announced plans to return to India after spending nearly 16 years abroad, following a major legal victory in a case linked to the 2009 Indian Premier League season in South Africa.

A tribunal has set aside most of the Enforcement Directorate's findings and penalties in the principal FEMA proceedings, ruling that there was no material to establish Lalit Modi's responsibility for the alleged foreign exchange violations.

The case dates back to 2009, when the IPL was shifted to South Africa due to India's general elections. The Enforcement Directorate had alleged violations under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) over remittances related to staging the tournament.

Lalit Modi plans India return after 16 Years as tribunal gives major relief In IPL 2009 FEMA Case

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announces the setting up of fast-track courts to ensure swift and strict punishment for those involved in paper leak cases, as protests over the NEET paper leak controversy continue in New Delhi.

The Prime Minister said that protecting the future of India's youth is the government's top priority and assured that those who try to harm students' careers will not be spared. Meanwhile, the protest led by student groups continues at Jantar Mantar, with fresh clashes reported between protesters and police. Delhi Police said some individuals attacked officers with stones and bottles, leaving several personnel injured, including senior police officials.

PM Modi announces Fast Track Courts for NEET Paper Leak cases amid Jantar Mantar Protests & clashes

Russia has launched another wave of heavy air attacks on Kyiv, with Ukrainian officials accusing Moscow of using its largest number of ballistic missiles since the war began. Meanwhile, Iran has warned the United States of a "devastating response" as tensions escalate following strikes on Iranian military facilities and attacks on US assets in the Gulf.

In India, opposition leaders staged a walkout during an all-party meeting over the participation of NCPI-linked rebel MPs, while flash floods in Jammu and Kashmir claimed at least eight lives as rescue operations continue.

Spain is battling a massive wildfire that has scorched thousands of hectares and forced evacuations, while Germany faces a growing gap between rising public investment and declining private sector spending.

Russia launches massive Kyiv attack | Iran warns US | J&K flash floods kill 8 | world news


India's monsoon continues to impact several states with heavy rainfall, flash floods, and landslides. A cloudburst in Jammu and Kashmir triggered flooding in Pahalgam, while landslides blocked key highways in Uttarakhand. Rescue operations are ongoing in Kerala, and the IMD has forecast more heavy rainfall across multiple regions. Here's the latest India weather and monsoon update.

India monsoon: cloudburst hits Kashmir, Uttarakhand landslides, IMD issues heavy rain alert

Massive flames engulfed at least four coaches of the Secunderabad-bound Falaknuma Express train on Friday in the southern Indian state of Telangana. Local media reported that the fire broke out due to a short circuit, which caused thick smoke to billow out of the four bogies.

VIDEO: Running train catches massive fire in India's Telangana, four coaches damaged

This phase of the nationwide lockdown will be in effect till May 31 and focuses on a gradual revival of economic activities while keeping in mind the rising number of novel coronavirus cases across the country.

India extends lockdown till 31st May; Here are the new guidelines