Leaders of China, Russia, and India met at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Kyrgyzstan, focusing on countering US influence and regional cooperation. Chinese President Xi Jinping told Putin their bilateral ties will strengthen. Indian Prime Minister Modi urged Putin to end the war in Ukraine for humanity’s sake, a rare public divergence from Russia’s position. The summit also included discussions on security and economic cooperation.
On India's 80th Independence Day (August 15, 2026), Prime Minister Narendra Modi used the term 'dimagi Naxals' (intellectual Maoists) in his Red Fort speech, accusing ideological supporters of Naxalism of entrenching themselves in the system. Opposition leaders, including Congress's P. Chidambaram and CPI(M)'s M.A. Baby, condemned the remark as an attempt to stigmatize dissent and stifle democratic debate. The BJP later escalated by labeling Congress the 'Dimagi Naxal Congress,' deepening political polarization ahead of elections.
On India’s 80th Independence Day (August 15, 2026), the BJP accused Congress leader Sonia Gandhi of signaling to stop the full version of the national song 'Vande Mataram' at a Congress event. BJP leaders, including Amit Shah and Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav, demanded an apology, calling it an insult. Congress denied the charge, explaining Gandhi was asking for a chair for party chief Mallikarjun Kharge. The controversy highlights ongoing political tensions between the ruling BJP and opposition Congress, with both sides citing historical precedents and recent legal amendments.
A U.S. federal judge formally dismissed a 2024 criminal case against Gautam Adani and seven others, who were accused of a $250–265 million bribery scheme for Indian solar energy contracts. The Trump administration’s DOJ moved to drop charges, citing evidentiary challenges and foreign primacy. Judge Nicholas Garaufis criticized the dismissal process as “highly unusual.” Adani denied any deal, though his group had proposed a $10 billion U.S. investment. The SEC settled its civil case for $18 million. Adani’s wealth surged, but stock reactions were muted.
India’s IT Ministry summoned Meta’s global policy team after an automated error briefly removed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Facebook post addressing exam paper leaks. Meta apologized, restored the content, and implemented enhanced safeguards for prominent accounts. The government, deeming Meta’s explanation inadequate, escalated the issue to a parliamentary panel hearing on algorithmic bias, public order, and social media regulation. Separately, Hyderabad police filed cases against Meta’s India head over alleged morphed posts targeting Modi.
On July 20, 2026, Delhi Police and Rapid Action Force violently cracked down on student protesters marching peacefully toward Parliament over a medical exam paper leak. Hundreds were injured, including a student who may lose an eye, after security forces used pellet guns, tear gas, and batons. Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi wrote to Home Minister Amit Shah, demanding accountability and an independent inquiry, accusing Shah of authorizing lethal force. The opposition plans to raise the issue in Parliament, escalating political tensions.
On July 27, 2026, the Indian government introduced the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha, proposing harsher penalties including up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to ₹50 lakh. The bill mandates fast-track courts in every state and union territory, with trials completed within three months, and Special Task Forces for investigations. It follows nationwide protests over the NEET-UG paper leak that led to the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
On July 23, 2026, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the establishment of fast-track courts to handle examination paper leak cases, promising swift punishment for offenders. The move follows major protests by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) over the NEET-UG paper leak, with opposition leaders demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation. Home Minister Amit Shah backed the decision as a commitment to youth welfare. The CJP rejected government talks and planned nationwide protests, escalating tensions over exam integrity.
The Srikakulam district administration in Andhra Pradesh will operate 737 buses to transport residents to the inauguration of Bhogapuram International Airport on August 1, 2026, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a public meeting. District Collector Swapnil Dinkar Pundkar announced that an exclusive control room will monitor bus movements and facilities, with LED screens displaying drone visuals of the new airport. TDP and BJP leaders highlighted that the airport will reduce travel distance from Srikakulam to 45 km (from the previous need to go to Visakhapatnam) and is expected to spur industrial development along National Highway 16, particularly in the Bhogapuram-Pydibhimavaram-Etcherla stretch, which already hosts multinational bulk drug industries and will gain an aviation university and a Reliance data centre.
In mid-2026, weeks of peaceful Gen Z-led protests at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar over repeated exam paper leaks escalated into a broader movement demanding fairness, accountability, and trust in India’s education system. The protests, organized via social media and satire, forced Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to resign on July 25—only the second such resignation in the Modi government’s 12-year tenure. The movement spread to multiple states and highlighted youth disillusionment with governance, media bias, and systemic corruption.
On the occasion of Haryana's 60th year of statehood, the state government, led by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, has launched a comprehensive MSME and Export Promotion Policy. The policy includes 60 new initiatives aimed at strengthening the entire industrial value chain, from investment and technology upgradation to exports and green manufacturing. Key targets include attracting over Rs. 55,000 crore in investment in the MSME manufacturing sector, generating more than five lakh new jobs, and doubling Haryana's exports over the next five years. The policy emphasizes artificial intelligence, smart manufacturing, research and development, quality certification, e-commerce exports, and skill development. It is built around six pillars: financial assistance, infrastructure and ease of doing business, quality and technology upgradation, access to global markets, green and sustainable industrial development, and skill development and employment. The initiative aligns with national programs like 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' and 'Make in India'.
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the youth-driven Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), announced he will return to India on June 6, 2026, to lead a peaceful protest at Jantar Mantar, Delhi, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over NEET paper leaks and CBSE grading issues. The CJP, a satirical social media movement with 22.3 million Instagram followers, has gained support from activists like Sonam Wangchuk. Dipke faces potential arrest but vows constitutional methods.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone for two new sugar mills at Sakri in Madhubani and Raiyam in Darbhanga on November 20, 2026, as announced by Bihar's Sugarcane Industries Minister Sanjay Kumar. The Bihar government has set a target of establishing 25 new sugar mills in the state over the next five years to boost employment and farmer incomes. The state cabinet has approved the 'Bihar Sugar Industry Investment Promotion Policy-2026' to facilitate integrated sugar complexes including distilleries, cogeneration plants, and Compressed Biogas units. The government also cleared ₹43 crore in outstanding sugarcane dues for farmers in the Sasamusa area, paving the way for revival of the Sasamusa Sugar Mill. Additionally, 266 acres of land from the closed Motipur Sugar Mill will be used for a new sugar mill, research centre, and other industrial units. The sugar mills have achieved 100% payment of ₹2,137.83 crore in sugarcane dues for the 2025-26 crushing season.
Public representatives from Kakinada, led by TDP leaders including Market Committee Chairman Bachhu Sekhar, invited residents of Bhogapuram and surrounding areas to the inauguration of the Alluri Sitharama Raju International Airport in Vizianagaram district on August 1. Following a call from TDP National President and Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, the leaders distributed 'Kakinada Kaja' sweet boxes as formal invitations. Kakinada MLA Vanama Venkateswara Rao also participated. Mr. Sekhar noted that residents who sacrificed their lands for the airport deserved recognition on this auspicious occasion. The residents expressed excitement about seeing Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the event and responded positively to the invitation.
The transgender community in Bihar, India, has proposed building a temple dedicated to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, citing his role in granting them 'respect and rights'. The proposal was approved at the maiden meeting of the Bihar State Transgender Welfare Board on July 29, 2026. Board member Ranjan Singh stated the community lacked its own temple and credited Modi for empowering them. The Board, formed in August 2025 under the state's Social Welfare Department, aims to protect transgender rights and promote social development. The article notes discrepancies in population data: the 2011 census recorded 40,827 transgender individuals in Bihar, while a 2022 state survey counted only 825, which the community disputes, estimating the actual number at around 300,000. Recent progress includes transgender recruitment into the police force and the opening of Bihar's first transgender-run restaurant in Patna in 2023. The community continues to face challenges and seeks greater support from government and society.
JSS Science and Technology University (JSS STU) in Mysuru congratulated its alumnus Dr. Ronaldo Laishram after Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised his groundbreaking astrophysics discovery during the 136th episode of Mann Ki Baat on July 26, 2026. Dr. Laishram, who earned his B.E. from SJCE (now JSS STU) and later a Master's and PhD from Tohoku University, Japan, currently works as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan. He led an international team that discovered a massive protocluster of young galaxies dating back approximately 12.6 billion years, observed using the Subaru Telescope and James Webb Space Telescope. The findings were published in The Astrophysical Journal Letters. Dr. Laishram named the structure the 'Loktak Protocluster' after Manipur's iconic Loktak Lake. PM Modi highlighted this as an example of scientific excellence combined with cultural identity, inspiring young Indians.
On July 20, 2026, the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) held a 'Sansad Chalo' march in New Delhi demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over NEET exam irregularities. Police used lathi-charge and tear gas, injuring 38 protesters and 118 officers, with 70 detained. Mobile internet was shut down. The Delhi High Court later sought police and Centre responses on alleged excessive force, while the CJI dismissed media claims of denying an urgent hearing. Activist Sonam Wangchuk continued his hunger strike.
The Indian Ministry of Civil Aviation has notified that all scheduled commercial flight operations will shift from Visakhapatnam Airport (INS Dega) to the Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram effective 00:01 hours on August 17, 2026. The international aerodrome code VTZ will also transfer to the new airport. The Ministry ordered a 30-year closure of scheduled commercial services at INS Dega, with exceptions for Indian Air Force, armed forces, police, national emergency flights, and government VIP aircraft. Non-scheduled commercial flights may continue at INS Dega. The transition follows the inauguration of the ₹4,727-crore greenfield airport by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 1, 2026. Built by GMR Group in 31 months, the Code E airport can handle six million passengers annually in its first phase. The 2,700-acre facility is expected to boost industrial growth, exports, and tourism across Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram, and Srikakulam districts.
Indian Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya announced on July 29, 2026, that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch a nationwide 100-week campaign called 'Nasha Mukta Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyaan' on August 2, 2026, to combat rising drug abuse. The campaign will feature weekly Sunday activities including walkathons, sports, meditation, street plays, and art competitions. Over one crore youth across 10,000 locations are expected to participate simultaneously, taking a national pledge against drug abuse. The initiative involves MY Bharat Volunteers, schools, colleges, NGOs, and over 125 spiritual organizations. Mandaviya cited a Narcotics Control Bureau report showing 1.34 lakh kg of narcotics seized (market value ₹1,980 crore) and a record 42,282 acres of illegal opium cultivation destroyed in 2025, calling the numbers 'shocking' and urging aggressive action.
In a late-night development, the Indian government transferred Maharashtra Governor K. Sankaranarayanan to Mizoram for the remainder of his tenure, which ends in 2017. The 82-year-old governor was moved via a Rashtrapati Bhawan communiqué, with Gujarat Governor O.P. Kohli asked to discharge additional duties. Sankaranarayanan takes over the Mizoram post after Kamla Beniwal was sacked, who had a long-standing dispute with Prime Minister Narendra Modi when he was Gujarat Chief Minister. The article also provides a historical timeline of governor dismissals and transfers in India since 1967, including notable cases such as the 1977 Janata government dismissals, the 1984 Andhra Pradesh controversy, and the 2014 dismissal of Kamla Beniwal. The report references the Sarkaria Commission and the S.R. Bommai Supreme Court case regarding the limits of central power over state governments.
On Global Tiger Day, July 29, 2026, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that India is home to nearly 70% of the global tiger population. In a post on X, he greeted wildlife enthusiasts and highlighted that India's tiger conservation efforts are inspired by a centuries-old culture of living in harmony with nature. Modi reaffirmed the government's commitment to science-based conservation, community participation, and sustainable development to strengthen tiger conservation. The article, published by The Hindu, covers the Prime Minister's remarks and the broader context of International Tiger Day, which aims to raise global awareness for tiger conservation.
The Delhi Police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) in response to abusive social media posts targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The police have formally requested details from the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to identify the individuals responsible for the offensive content. The action underscores ongoing efforts by Indian authorities to regulate online speech and hold users accountable for content deemed defamatory or threatening toward public figures. The case is being investigated under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Information Technology Act.
The article profiles three women from tribal regions of Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh—Poonam Kumari, Priyanka Dhanwar, and Shivani Uikey—who, after studying at Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and undergoing specialized training in Malaysia, now work as machine operators at CG Semi's Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) facility in Sanand, Gujarat. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated commercial production at the plant, praising the women's technical expertise and noting that many were first in their families to obtain passports and travel abroad. The facility is part of India's broader push to expand domestic semiconductor manufacturing. The women described overcoming language barriers through Hindi explanations and practical demonstrations, and expressed pride in their achievements.
An Indian Army marching contingent of 32 personnel from the Assam Regiment, led by Captain Aryan H. Deolekar, will participate in Seychelles' 50th National Day celebrations on June 29, 2026. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend as the Guest of Honour, underscoring strong bilateral ties. An Indian Navy marching contingent with a military band will also join the ceremonial parade. The participation reflects mutual trust, military camaraderie, and the shared commitment to deepen defence cooperation and maritime security in the Indian Ocean Region. India has previously sent contingents to major international events such as the Bastille Day Parade in France (2023) and Victory Day Parades in Bangladesh (2021) and Russia (2015, 2020). Officials stated the engagement reaffirms the special partnership across strategic, economic, and cultural sectors.
Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced two major human resource policy reforms for the Indian Coast Guard on July 28, 2026, in New Delhi. The first reform introduces a gender-neutral framework for officer induction and career progression, allowing women to join through both Short Service Appointment (SSA) and Permanent Appointment (PA) streams on par with men, and opening SSA entry for male candidates. Existing women officers can convert from SSA to PA and are eligible for promotion to higher ranks. The second reform simplifies the process of granting ex-gratia compensation to families of personnel reported missing at sea while on duty, empowering competent authorities to declare such personnel 'presumed dead' for compensation purposes, reducing administrative delays. The reforms aim to strengthen morale and operational effectiveness as the Coast Guard prepares for its Golden Jubilee in 2027.
The Delhi government announced that the first instalment of the ₹2,500-per-month Delhi Lakshmi Yojana will be released to about 17 lakh eligible women on Raksha Bandhan, August 28. The scheme, a key BJP election promise, targets women aged 21-60 from families with annual income below ₹2.5 lakh and at least 10 years of Delhi residency. Exclusions include women with more than three living children, income taxpayers, government employees, GST return filers, families with annual electricity consumption over 2,400 units, and those owning a four-wheeler. Beneficiaries can choose between receiving ₹1,500 in a recurring/fixed deposit and ₹1,000 in a digital wallet (spendable only on permitted goods), or the full amount in an RD/FD. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta stated the scheme fulfills a promise made to women within a year of assuming office. The online application portal opens August 1.
India has formally invited Nepal's new Prime Minister Balendra Shah to visit New Delhi, the Ministry of External Affairs confirmed on July 28, 2026. The invitation follows earlier reports that Mr. Shah's advisor Kumar Ben discussed the visit with National Security Advisor Ajit Doval during a trip to Delhi in early July. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had congratulated Mr. Shah on his election victory in March, expressing a desire to strengthen bilateral ties. The formal invitation was sent through diplomatic channels after Mr. Modi's initial social media message. The article notes that Mr. Shah had previously vowed to focus on domestic priorities and avoid foreign travel initially. He has also raised the Kalapani-Lipulekh-Limpiyadhura territorial dispute with India in Nepal's parliament and sought talks with China on the issue. Nepal's Foreign Minister Sisir Khanal visited India in June, and India hosted the chairman of Nepal's ruling party earlier that month.
The NEET exam paper leak scandal has triggered a major political confrontation in India, with opposition parties demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation and a parliamentary debate. The government, led by PM Modi, has agreed to discuss the issue but accuses the opposition of avoiding debate by attaching preconditions. Protests inside and outside Parliament have led to disruptions, lathi charges, and a face-off between ruling NDA and opposition INDIA bloc MPs.
Former Karnataka Minister and BJP MLA V. Sunil Kumar, speaking at a protest in Udupi on July 28, 2026, alleged that Congress supporters and individuals referred to as 'Cockroaches' are attempting to create anarchy in India by inciting the youth over the NEET examination paper leak. He claimed the protests insulted Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Hinduism, and that the government had already conducted a re-examination after the leak was discovered. Kumar criticized Congress for questioning the electoral system, Parliament, the law, and Indian defense operations including surgical strikes and 'Operation Sindoor.' He accused Congress of previously inciting Muslims during the Citizenship Amendment Act implementation. The protest, organized by the Udupi district BJP unit, included several other local BJP MLAs and cadres.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Youth Centre (Viveka Smaraka) in Mysuru on August 1 at 3:30 p.m. The memorial is built at Niranjana Math (Old Anathalaya) on N.S. Road, where Swami Vivekananda stayed as a wandering monk in November 1892. Swami Gautamananda Maharaj, president of Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission, will attend, and Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar will be the guest of honour. The centre includes a basement and G+3 main building (75,300 sq. ft.) plus a G+2 annex (6,300 sq. ft.), housing a 4-D Experience Centre, exhibition hall, 700-seat amphitheatre, classrooms, conference halls, library, reading room, and meditation/yoga hall. It aims to serve as a training hub for over 10,000 students. Following the inauguration, Modi will visit Sri Ramakrishna Ashram in Yadavagiri and address a gathering at Vidyashala Stadium. The project began after bhoomi puja on July 11, 2022, and was completed under Swami Muktidananda's leadership.
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Modi met with Xi and Putin at the SCO summit in Kyrgyzstan, focusing on regional cooperation and countering US influence. Modi publicly urged Putin to end the war in Ukraine for humanity's sake, a rare divergence from Russia's position. This was the only significant development in this period, with no other notable changes observed.
Modi held a trilateral meeting with Xi and Putin at the SCO summit in Kyrgyzstan.
Modi publicly urged Putin to end the Ukraine war for humanity's sake, marking a rare divergence from Russia's stance.
Summit discussions centered on regional security, economic cooperation, and countering US influence.
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Modi himself was not directly in the spotlight this period, but a railway decision linked to his government triggered regional political backlash. The Indian Railways' decision to transfer the Mangaluru region from Kerala's Palakkad division to Karnataka's Mysuru division drew strong cross-party condemnation in Kerala. The state plans to appeal to the Prime Minister and stage mass protests.
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Modi himself became the direct focus this period. His Independence Day speech introduced the term 'dimagi Naxals,' accusing ideological supporters of entrenching themselves in the system, which drew sharp condemnation from opposition parties. The BJP later escalated by labeling Congress the 'Dimagi Naxal Congress,' deepening political polarization ahead of elections.
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Only one development indirectly related to Modi was observed in this period. On India's 80th Independence Day, the ruling BJP accused opposition Congress leader Sonia Gandhi of insulting the national song 'Vande Mataram,' a charge Congress denied as a misunderstanding. The controversy was driven by senior BJP figures, highlighting ongoing political tensions, though Modi himself was not directly involved.
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Only one indirect development related to Modi was observed in this period: a U.S. judge formally dismissed the bribery case against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani. The case had drawn significant attention due to Adani's close ties with Modi; the Trump administration's DOJ moved to drop charges citing evidentiary challenges, and the judge criticized the dismissal process as “highly unusual.” No other major domestic political or diplomatic changes directly involving Modi emerged during this window.
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Only one diplomatic development related to Modi was observed in this period: India is preparing to host the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi in September 2026, with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin expected to attend. Foreign Secretary Misri held talks in Beijing to strengthen high-level interactions and manage bilateral differences. No other significant domestic political or policy changes involving Modi emerged during this window.
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Kerala protests Indian Railways' transfer of Mangaluru from Palakkad division
The Indian Railways' decision to transfer the Mangaluru railway region from Southern Railway's Palakkad Division (Kerala) to South Western Railway's Mysuru Division (Karnataka), effective October 1, 2026, has sparked widespread political and public protest in Kerala. State leaders and MPs from all major parties condemn the move as unilateral and financially damaging, warning it will deprive the Palakkad division of about 60% of its revenue (₹800 crore annually) and hinder railway development in Malabar. Karnataka activists welcome the shift, citing improved connectivity. Kerala plans to appeal to the Prime Minister and stage mass protests.
India Hosts 2026 BRICS Summit with Xi Jinping and Putin
India is preparing to host the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12-13, 2026, with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin expected to attend. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri held talks in Beijing to strengthen high-level interactions and manage bilateral differences. The summit, themed "Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability," now includes 11 full members. It marks a major diplomatic gathering amid geopolitical tensions, focusing on economic cooperation, global governance reforms, and strategic partnerships.
At the inauguration of the Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport in Bhogapuram on August 1, 2026, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy CM K. Pawan Kalyan strongly defended Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, calling him essential for India’s goal of becoming a global leader by 2047. The event, Modi’s first public appearance after recent student protests at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, featured chants of support and criticism of the protesters. Both leaders urged the public to protect Modi’s leadership amid ongoing youth-led demonstrations.
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PM Modi Forgives Youth Over Abusive NEET Protest Remarks
On July 31, 2026, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a video addressing the July 20 Jantar Mantar protests against NEET exam irregularities. He called the protesting youth "misguided children," urged forgiveness over punishment, and expressed pain over abuse directed at his late mother. The Congress party criticized Modi, accusing him of playing the "victim card" and demanding he apologize for alleged brutality against students. The exchange highlights ongoing political tensions in India over student unrest and government accountability.
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Centre and CWC Clash with Tamil Nadu Over Karnataka’s Mekedatu Cauvery Project
The Union Ministry of Jal Shakti and Central Water Commission (CWC) have backed Karnataka’s Mekedatu balancing reservoir project, citing a 2018 Supreme Court judgment that does not require Karnataka to obtain consent from Tamil Nadu or other riparian states. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has urged PM Modi to block approvals, arguing the project violates the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal Award. The CWC returned Karnataka’s revised DPR for exceeding allocated water use (6.95 tmcft vs. 6.5 tmcft), calling for compliance revisions. The project aims to supply drinking water to Bengaluru.
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Indian Opposition Leader Kharge Demands Home Minister Shah’s Resignation Over Student Police Brutality
In India’s Parliament during late July and early August 2026, Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge held Home Minister Amit Shah responsible for alleged police brutality—including lathi-charges, tear gas, and pellet guns—against students protesting the NEET paper leak. Kharge warned of “Jan Shakti” (people’s power) forcing accountability, demanded Shah’s resignation, and accused the government of filing FIRs and doxxing protesters despite earlier assurances. The INDIA bloc coordinated to corner the government over the crackdown and alleged theft of Ram Temple donations.
AAP's Kejriwal leads protest against E20 fuel policy in New Delhi
On August 1-4, 2026, AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal held a town hall and led a march to PM Modi's residence in New Delhi, demanding consumer choice between E20 blended fuel and pure petrol. He alleged the Indian government yielded to U.S. President Trump to promote ethanol imports. Over 230,000 signed petitions were submitted, but police stopped the march, leading to a sit-in. The BJP accused Kejriwal of making unsubstantiated claims.