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  Chandigarh: 28-year-old PhD scholar dies of electrocution on Panjab University campus

  July 28, 2026 14:01 IST

  Students of Punjab University are currently protesting outside the Vice-Chancellor's office. They broke the gate of the VC's office and entered.

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  PM Modi's Instagram push sparks BJP digital blitz as party leaders step up activities on platform

  July 28, 2026 13:38 IST

  The BJP has intensified its Instagram campaign after PM Narendra Modi urged ministers to connect with young people through reels. The digital push comes amid the NEET paper leak controversy and alongside the government's move to strengthen the anti-paper leak law.

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  CJP protest: SC orders immediate release of detained students with no prior criminal cases

  July 28, 2026 12:52 IST

  The Supreme Court has ordered the immediate release of students detained during the NEET protest, provided they have no prior criminal record. The court also issued notices to seven states over allegations of excessive police force and directed authorities to preserve all CCTV footage.

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  Law will take action against anyone who committed atrocities against students during protests: CJI

  July 28, 2026 12:15 IST

  The CJI stated that there must be a thorough investigation into this matter and there is no doubt about that. The investigation must be independent, fair, and transparent and we will announce its composition later, he said.

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  Guruvayur Temple in Kerala to introduce online darshan booking from August 4 on a trial basis

  July 28, 2026 11:07 IST

  The new virtual queue facility will allow devotees to reserve a convenient time slot for darshan in advance, with the aim of ensuring a smoother and more organised pilgrimage experience.

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  Meta admits error after PM Modi's Facebook video blocked; govt summons company's global policy head

  July 28, 2026 12:23 IST

  Meta has issued a statement after a video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi was blocked on Facebook, saying the content was mistakenly removed.

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  Parliament Session: Rijiju slams Opposition, says they are focused on politics, not legislation

  July 28, 2026 23:50 IST

  Parliament Monsoon Session: The Lok Sabha on Tuesday held a marathon debate on the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026. The government has described the legislation as a stronger legal framework to curb examination paper leaks and protect students.

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  After Bihar, Assam drops cases against NEET protesters as govt officials hold talks with CJP leaders

  July 28, 2026 9:29 IST

  Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) chief spokesperson Saurav Das said that government representatives shared copies of Bihar and Assam notifications guaranteeing withdrawal of FIRs, no future action and release of all detainees and arrested individuals.

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  Families of injured cops move SC, seek safety norms for personnel and action against CJP instigators

  July 28, 2026 9:23 IST

  The families of four injured police personnel have moved the Supreme Court seeking guidelines for the protection of officers on duty and accountability for those who incite violence against police. The petition also seeks equal protection of police personnel's constitutional rights.

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  Delhi, Noida, Gurugram on alert as IMD issues warning across North India; check weather in your city

  July 28, 2026 8:25 IST

  IMD has issued a 'Yellow Alert' for Delhi, with a generally cloudy sky and moderate rain. Met Department has issued a warning of heavy to very heavy rain in Noida, Ghaziabad, and Gurugram.

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  New airport in Andhra to be inaugurated on August 1: Check latest features, passenger capacity

  July 28, 2026 8:10 IST

  As per schedule, PM Modi is expected to arrive at Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport from Delhi on a special aircraft at 10:45 am on August 1. He will be received by Governor S Abdul Nazeer and Naidu.

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  Assam flood situation improves, over 4.45 lakh people affected: Can floods be prevented?

  July 28, 2026 6:42 IST

  Altogether 90 relief camps remained operational, sheltering 28,695 displaced people. Additionally, 94 relief distribution centres were also functional.

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  Over 2,800 protesters with 'criminal antecedents' were at Jantar Mantar protest: Police sources

  July 27, 2026 21:10 IST

  The Delhi Police sources said that 989 people who came to the Jantar Mantar protests in the last six days had had previous involvement in "henious offences". The sources said that the police identified those people through technical means.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, July 27, 2026

  July 27, 2026 20:30 IST

  In today's episode at Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma, the focus will be on the anti-paper leak bill that was introduced in the Parliament earlier in the day. The discussions over it will be held on Tuesday.

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  'Will be forced to sit again': CJP warns of fresh protests if FIRs against protesters not withdrawn

  July 27, 2026 19:37 IST

  The Cockroach Janata Party hit out at the government for a "breach of the agreement" over no action against the protesters protesting at Delhi's Jantar Mantar over the NEET paper leak. The group also threatened a fresh protest if the FIR demand is not met.

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  Centre reviews action over CJP protests, peaceful agitators won't face crackdown: Sources

  July 27, 2026 18:52 IST

  Sources have told India TV that the government will not taken an action against those agitators who participated peacefully during the CJP's stir in Delhi and other BJP-ruled states. However, action is possible against those involved in violence.

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  Lok Sabha stalemate ends after Speaker Om Birla's appeal, discussion on anti-paper leak Bill today

  July 27, 2026 23:59 IST

  Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh tabled the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill 2026 in Lok Sabha on Monday, but the opposition continued to attack the government over NEET paper leak, seeking an apology over police action during the CJP protests.

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  Dubai-Mumbai IndiGo flight makes emergency landing in Rajkot after smoke in cargo hold area

  July 27, 2026 17:04 IST

  The flight was set to travel from Dubai to Mumbai; however, it made an emergency landing at Rajkot Airport after smoke was detected in the aircraft's cargo hold. The passengers are reported to be safe.

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  IGP Kiran S to head SIT reconstituted to probe Ram Temple donation theft case

  July 27, 2026 16:29 IST

  The UP government informed the Supreme Court that it has constituted a new four-member SIT, headed by IGP Kiran S., to investigate the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. The Court directed the inclusion of a forensic auditor as the fifth member of the SIT.

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  Nitin Gadkari moves to Bombay HC over 'defamatory, deep fake content' over E20 social media posts

  July 27, 2026 15:57 IST

  Nitin Gadkari's lawsuit claims that the Ethanol blending policy is administered by the Petroleum Ministry. Gadkari sought permanent and mandatory injunctions against the alleged defamatory and deepfake content against him and his family.

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  'I am a street fighter, not an AC room activist': Pradhan's defiant message after resignation

  July 27, 2026 23:58 IST

  Dharmendra Pradhan, who resigned from his position as Union Education Minister last week amid row over NEET paper leak, has described himself as a 'street fighter', and not an 'AC room activist'.

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  Wangchuk calls for reforms in India's education system, describes Pradhan's resignation as beginning

  July 27, 2026 15:54 IST

  During his visit to the Rajghat in New Delhi, activist Sonam Wangchuk welcomed Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation as Union Education Minister but said it is only a beginning, as he called for reforms in India's education system.

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  Anti-Paper Leak Bill Explained: What will change and how is it different from the 2024 law?

  July 27, 2026 23:58 IST

  The Centre has introduced the Anti-Paper Leak (Amendment) Bill in Parliament with tougher punishment, Rs 10 crore fine, Fast Track Courts, STF investigations and fixed timelines. Here's everything changing from the 2024 law and why it matters for students.

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  'Breach of trust unacceptable': CJP demands release of detained protesters, withdrawal of FIRs

  July 27, 2026 14:44 IST

  The CJP had called off the protest after Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned and the Centre agreed to several of the group's demands, including assurances that no action would be taken against the protesters.

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  'Mere agitation can't justify lathicharge': SC on police action against Jantar Mantar protesters

  July 27, 2026 11:50 IST

  The Supreme Court said the right to peaceful protest is constitutionally guaranteed and police excess cannot be justified. The top court also indicated it may frame nationwide guidelines governing peaceful demonstrations.

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  'We are planning for it': Abhijeet Dipke says CJP will address alleged Punjab paper leak issue

  July 27, 2026 11:25 IST

  Abhijit Dipke is set to announce next steps on FIRs against students and the Punjab paper leak as the students' protest at Jantar Mantar ended after the Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.

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  Who are the members of Nandan Nilekani-led high-powered task force on NTA exam reforms?

  July 27, 2026 9:50 IST

  The government will implement the suggestions of the task force, which will ensure the examination system is trustworthy and will bring transparency through maximum use of technology.

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  Sonam Wangchuk discharged from Medanta, visits Rajghat before heading to Ladakh

  July 27, 2026 14:17 IST

  Sonam Wangchuk was discharged from Medanta Hospital after ending his 26-day hunger strike over the paper leak issue. He first visited Rajghat to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi before departing for Ladakh.