A parliamentary panel has raised serious concerns over India’s school dropout rates, flagging an alarming 73% figure among students in certain categories. The findings have renewed questions about access to education, affordability, learning gaps and why so many children struggle to stay in school. The numbers are prompting calls for stronger action to ensure students do not fall through the cracks.


73% students drop out before higher secondary: Parliament panel flags crisis 

Delhi is gearing up for India’s 80th Independence Day celebrations as a full dress rehearsal takes place at the Red Fort. Security has been tightened and traffic arrangements put in place as preparations intensify ahead of the national celebration. With the iconic venue being readied for the big day, the capital is already taking on a festive yet closely guarded atmosphere.


Delhi gears up for 80th Independence day with Red Fort rehearsal

The Centre has directed ride-hailing platforms, including Uber, Ola and Rapido to remove pre-ride tipping prompts from their apps. The move targets advance tipping options that appear before passengers begin their journey. The decision could change how riders interact with tipping features and comes amid growing scrutiny of practices on app-based transport platforms.


centre cracks down on ride apps over pre-ride tipping prompts 

India’s school dropout crisis: 73% rate sparks parliament alarm

In a historic expansion of international space cooperation, NASA has formally invited the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to collaborate on the development of a sustained human presence on the Moon. Building on the momentum of the Artemis Accords and India's successful lunar missions, the proposed partnership aims to pool expertise in lunar infrastructure, life-support systems, and deep-space communication.


NASA invites ISRO to help build a base on moon

India's retail inflation ticked higher in July as food prices surged across categories.


India's retail inflation ticks higher

For investors looking across Asia, the choice is increasingly between high-growth exposure to the AI and semiconductor boom and the relative stability of a more diversified market like India.


The AI trade has a volatility problem

The Jammu and Kashmir Police's State Investigation Agency (SIA) has launched a massive crackdown, conducting coordinated raids across multiple locations in connection with the tragic 1990 double murder of prominent Kashmiri Pandit writer Sarwanand Koul Premi and his son, Virender Koul. 

The father-son duo were abducted from their home in Kokernag, Anantnag, during the peak of early militancy in the Valley.

J&K police probe into killing of Kashmiri Pandit father-son duo

The race to the Moon is entering a new phase as India and the US deepen cooperation on future lunar exploration. The US National Space Advisor has invited ISRO to contribute to plans for building a base on the Moon, opening the door to closer collaboration in space technology, science and exploration.


India and US team up for a lunar base 

India’s Parliament remains locked in a major political standoff, with repeated disruptions overshadowing proceedings and raising concerns over taxpayers’ money being wasted. As Opposition parties continue their protests, Home Minister Amit Shah says he is ready to answer all questions. With the session nearing its end, the showdown between the government and Opposition is intensifying.


India's parliament remains in logjam, taxpayer money wasted

H1N1 influenza cases are rising sharply in Delhi, with more than 1,300 cases reportedly recorded in the national capital, nearly six times the number reported during the same period last year.

Doctors say most H1N1 infections are generally mild, with fever often subsiding within three to five days. However, elderly people, children and those with conditions such as diabetes and heart disease may face a higher risk of complications.

Common symptoms include sore throat, nasal discharge, dry cough, headache and fever. Health authorities have advised affected individuals to isolate at home, wear masks and follow basic hygiene precautions.

H1N1 cases spike nearly six-fold in Delhi

The controversy surrounding the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) Amendment Bill 2026 has intensified, with the government offering to send the legislation to a Joint Parliamentary Committee for further scrutiny.

The bill has faced resistance from opposition parties, civil society groups and Christian organisations, who have raised concerns over provisions that could increase government control over organisations receiving foreign contributions.

The proposed amendments seek to change how foreign-funded assets are managed when an organisation's FCRA registration is cancelled, surrendered or not renewed. The bill also proposes a minimum utilisation threshold for organisations seeking renewal of their FCRA registration.

Opposition parties have questioned the proposed government-appointed authority and warned that the provisions could centralise greater control over NGOs, charitable institutions, educational bodies, medical organisations and religious groups.

FCRA amendment bill referred to JPC amid parliament disruptions; opposition seeks withdrawal

Singer Rahul Sipligunj, best known for the Oscar-winning "Naatu Naatu" from RRR and his Bigg Boss Telugu 3 win, finds himself in serious legal trouble. An FIR has been filed in Visakhapatnam naming him after a woman alleged she was deceived under the pretext of marriage, later threatened, and blackmailed with personal photos and videos.


'Naatu Naatu' singer Rahul Sipligunj faces serious allegations

Vibrant patriotic fervor has gripped the Kashmir Valley as preparations reach their peak for India's Independence Day. Thousands of citizens, students, and youth have taken to the streets, actively participating in mega Tiranga Yatras and tricolour-themed rallies stretching from the banks of Dal Lake in Srinagar to various district headquarters.


Independence-day fervour builds across Kashmir Valley

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cracked down hard on the booming quick-commerce sector, suspending the food license of a Blinkit dark store in Malad West, Mumbai.


Maharashtra food safety crackdown: FDA raids uncover hygiene lapses at quick commerce store

Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Dinesh Trivedi met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi to brief him on key diplomatic consultations held in Dhaka. Following high-level discussions with Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman, and Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed, Trivedi conveyed Dhaka's message focused on building a constructive, people-centric, and forward-looking bilateral framework.


India-Bangladesh ties: Dinesh Trivedi holds key meetings with PM Modi in India

At least two people were killed and several others are feared trapped after a massive landslide struck Gaushiya Chawl in the Kurla West area of Mumbai following incessant heavy overnight rains. The Level-II disaster occurred in the early hours, bringing heavy mud and debris down onto multiple residential shanties.


Mumbai landslide: At least eight trapped under debris, two feared dead

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday gave her assent to the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, giving the national song Vande Mataram the same legal protection as the national anthem Jana Gana Mana.

The Bill was passed by Parliament last month and amends the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971. With the President’s approval, the legislation has now become law.

President Murmu signs Vande Mataram Bill into law

A tragic domestic incident unfolded at a luxury hotel near Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport, where a 40-year-old manager, S.G. Imran, allegedly strangled his two minor daughters, 10-year-old Shaik Zoya and 5-year-old Shaik Zehara, before attempting to take his own life.

Bengaluru hotel crime: man strangles 5 and 10-yr old daughters, slits own throat

A tragic domestic incident unfolded at a luxury hotel near Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport, where a 40-year-old manager, S.G. Imran, allegedly strangled his two minor daughters—10-year-old Shaik Zoya and 5-year-old Shaik Zehara—before attempting to take his own life.


The all-party meeting called by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay in Chennai on August 8 saw a major boycott, with 37 of the state’s 57 MPs staying away. The DMK, AIADMK, PMK, MNM and DMDK skipped the consultation, while around 20–21 MPs, mainly from Congress and smaller allies, attended.

TN: Oppn accuses TVK of diverting attention from Cauvery row

The all-party meeting called by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay in Chennai on August 8 saw a major boycott, with 37 of the state’s 57 MPs staying away. The DMK, AIADMK, PMK, MNM and DMDK skipped the consultation, while around 20–21 MPs, mainly from Congress and smaller allies, attended.


Tamil Nadu tussle: DMK, AIADMK skip Vijay's all-party meeting 

Amid tensions in India-Bangladesh ties, Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi met Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman. The meeting came days after Dhaka expressed outrage over former PM Sheikh Hasina’s virtual press conference in Delhi.

India's high commissioner Dinesh Trivedi meets Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman

India is preparing to celebrate its 80th Independence Day on August 15, 2026, marking 79 completed years of freedom. Prime Minister Narendra Modi leads national events from the Red Fort, featuring the historic inclusion of "Vande Mataram" in the formal program for the 150th anniversary of the national song, alongside the nationwide Har Ghar Tiranga campaign.


India gears up for 80th Independence day celebrations

Indian Ministry of External Affairs on Monday condemned the defacement of its Embassy premises in Slovenia by anti-India elements. The MEA has said that it has taken up the matter "strongly" with Slovenian authorities both in New Delhi and in Ljubljana, so that perpetrators behind such acts are held accountable.&nbsp;"Under the Vienna Convention, diplomatic premises are inviolable and must be protected. We have taken up the matter strongly with Slovenian authorities, both in New Delhi and in Ljubljana, so that the perpetrators behind such reprehensible acts are held accountable," said MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal.&nbsp;The Foreign Ministry further urged law enforcement agencies in Slovenia and in any other countries to take firm actions against hateful propaganda being spread by the anti- India elements. “We also call upon law enforcement authorities elsewhere to take note of the hateful propaganda and disinformation being spread by such groups.”Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/rural-jobs-fall-vb-g-ram-g-scheme-mgnregs-july-2026-1786360960267">Rural jobs fall nearly 50% in first month of VB-G RAM G scheme, official data shows</a>“We also call upon law enforcement authorities elsewhere to take note of the hateful propaganda and disinformation being spread by such groups,” read the statement.&nbsp;Miscreants defiled the Indian flag, including phrases like "Khalistan Zindabad" and “Modi terrorist” directly onto the walls and premises of the embassy building itself. There has been no official response from Slovenia; it is widely believed that Pro-Khalistani groups, which have been previously involved in the defacement and vandalisation of India's diplomatic missions in the UK, US and Canada, are responsible for this attack.

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India has strongly condemned the defacement of its embassy premises in Slovenia and urged authorities to hold those responsible accountable.

Indian Ministry of External Affairs on Monday condemned the defacement of its Embassy premises in Slovenia by anti-India elements. The MEA has said that it has taken up the matter "strongly" with Slovenian authorities both in New Delhi and in Ljubljana, so that perpetrators behind such acts are held accountable. "Under the Vienna Convention, diplomatic premises are inviolable and must be protected. We have taken up the matter strongly with Slovenian authorities, both in New Delhi and in Ljubljana, so that the perpetrators behind such reprehensible acts are held accountable," said MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal. The Foreign Ministry further urged law enforcement agencies in Slovenia and in any other countries to take firm actions against hateful propaganda being spread by the anti- India elements. “We also call upon law enforcement authorities elsewhere to take note of the hateful propaganda and disinformation being spread by such groups.” Also Read: Rural jobs fall nearly 50% in first month of VB-G RAM G scheme, official data shows “We also call upon law enforcement authorities elsewhere to take note of the hateful propaganda and disinformation being spread by such groups,” read the statement. Miscreants defiled the Indian flag, including phrases like "Khalistan Zindabad" and “Modi terrorist” directly onto the walls and premises of the embassy building itself. There has been no official response from Slovenia; it is widely believed that Pro-Khalistani groups, which have been previously involved in the defacement and vandalisation of India's diplomatic missions in the UK, US and Canada, are responsible for this attack.

India has strongly condemned the defacement of its embassy premises in Slovenia and urged authorities to hold those responsible accountable.

Embassy defaced in Slovenia: India demands perpetrators be held accountable

On August 10, 2026, India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, released a "myth vs reality" clarification on social media to address concerns surrounding India's proposed Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026.


Indian ambassador to US debunks myths sorrounding the FCRA bill

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has released its comprehensive Annual Report, shining a major spotlight on the evolving behavior, immense growth, and emerging vulnerabilities of India's retail investors. Driven by surging digital adoption, mutual fund Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs)—with Tier-3 cities now leading the charge—household savings are accelerating their structural shift toward market-linked assets.

SEBI's annual report puts spotlight on retail investors

The 2030 Commonwealth Games baton has officially been handed over to India, marking the beginning of preparations for the next edition of the Games in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.

India is planning a larger, multi-sport event featuring 15 to 17 disciplines, significantly expanding on Glasgow's scaled-down edition. Two sports being strongly considered for inclusion are Yoga and Kabaddi, both deeply rooted in Indian heritage.

Officials believe the 2030 Commonwealth Games could become a major milestone in India's sporting ambitions while also strengthening Ahmedabad's bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games. The inclusion of Yoga and Kabaddi could provide both disciplines with unprecedented global exposure.

CWG 2026: India finished fourth in the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow

US Vice President JD Vance spoke with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, August 8, 2026, as India and the United States look to deepen their Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. The call comes amid heightened tensions and major geopolitical developments in West Asia.

US VP Vance dials PM Modi amid West Asia war

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat stated that Gen Z protests reflect genuine distress and valid grievances rather than anti-national sentiment. Speaking in Mumbai at an I.I.M.U.N. event on August 6, 2026, he emphasized that young protesters are "our own people" and deserve logical engagement and empathy instead of hostile labels.

RSS says Gen Z protests reflect genuine distress

In a firm counter-move against China’s periodic cartographic aggression, the Government of India has formally added 27 specific sites and geographical features in Arunachal Pradesh to the official Survey of India maps. Developed in close coordination with the Arunachal Pradesh state government, this initiative officially standardises the indigenous names of these locations to enhance public awareness and reinforce India's absolute sovereignty over the region.

India names 27 sites in Arunachal Pradesh

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