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Bengal gets record Hilsa supply from Gujarat amid strained ties with Bangladesh

West Bengal receives a record 4,000 metric tonnes of Hilsa from Gujarat due to uncertain imports from Bangladesh, amid strained bilateral relations. The procurement surpasses previous years, with more expected before the festive season.

French Safran and DRDO combine to give India its first jet engine.

France's Safran and India's DRDO plan to jointly develop a 120-140 KN jet engine for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft, marking a significant step towards indigenous engine production and reducing dependence on foreign technology.

Kerala HC orders return of gold plated sheets to Sabarimala temple

Kerala High Court ordered Travancore Devaswom Board to return gold-plated copper sheets from Chennai to Sabarimala temple, criticizing their removal without prior court approval and emphasizing the need for permission in such maintenance work.

Jagan Reddy opposes setting up of medical colleges in PPP mode

Jagan Reddy criticizes the Telugu Desam Party's public-private partnership plan for medical colleges, alleging privatization and exploitation. He claims his previous government initiated 17 medical colleges and accuses the current administration of corruption and abandoning welfare schemes.

India vs Switzerland at UN over measures to 'protect minorities': Who said what

India strongly rebuked Switzerland at the UN after its criticism of minority treatment, urging the country to focus on its own issues of racism and discrimination instead of making "shallow" remarks about India's diverse democracy.

Parl panel seeks legal definition of ‘fake news’

A parliamentary committee urges the government to define "fake news" legally, recommending stricter rules, potential statutory powers for fact-checking units, and an independent monitoring body to combat misinformation while protecting free speech.

‘DPDP doesn’t weaken RTI Act’: AG backs IT ministry

Attorney General supports IT ministry's stance that the Digital Personal Data Protection Act does not weaken the Right to Information Act, despite criticism from journalists and opposition leaders about potential limitations on accessing personal information for public interest.

As airport reopens, AI and IndiGo add flights

Nepal's Tribhuvan International Airport reopened after unrest, with IndiGo and Air India arranging additional flights to rescue stranded passengers. Civil aviation minister coordinated rescue efforts, ensuring safe travel and reasonable fares for those stuck in Kathmandu.

US team to visit India for negotiating aircraft deal

US delegation to visit India next week to negotiate six P-8I maritime patrol aircraft worth $4 billion, amid efforts to repair bilateral ties strained by trade tensions and differing geopolitical stances.

HC to pass order on Abhishek’s publicity, personality rights plea

Delhi High Court to decide on Abhishek Bachchan's plea to protect his personality rights, addressing unauthorized commercial use of his name, image, and voice, including AI-generated content, with potential URL takedowns and legal action against infringers.

Cabinet clears ₹7,616cr key rail, road projects, Bihar among beneficiaries

Cabinet approves ₹7,616 crore infrastructure projects in Bihar, including railway line doubling and new highway construction, aimed at enhancing connectivity, freight movement, and regional economic development across eastern India.

EC yet to decide SIR rollout plan

Election Commission is considering a nationwide special intensive revision of electoral rolls before year-end, but hasn't decided on implementation method. Supreme Court's pending case and potential impact on voter registration remain key considerations.

JD(U) looks to get seat advantage over BJP

JD(U) and BJP aim to secure around 100 seats each in Bihar's 243-seat assembly elections, with JD(U) seeking a symbolic advantage. NDA plans to announce seat-sharing formula by September, targeting a strong united front.

Some states want to make guvs glorified rubber stamps: Centre

Centre argues some states want to reduce governors to mere rubber stamps, seeking to strip them of constitutional discretion. Supreme Court hearing challenges governors' powers, with solicitor general emphasizing their role as constitutional guardians beyond ministerial advice.

TDP-Jana Sena-BJP tie-up is ‘super hit’, claims Chandrababu Naidu

TDP, Jana Sena, and BJP alliance in Andhra Pradesh declared a "super hit" by Chandrababu Naidu. Highlighting their Super Six guarantees, the coalition aims to develop the state, support people, and challenge opposition criticism.

Mehul Choksi’s foreign citizenship still disputed, India tells Belgian govt

India disputes Mehul Choksi's Antiguan citizenship, asserting he remains an Indian citizen wanted for a $950 million bank fraud. Belgian authorities are reviewing his extradition case, with Choksi currently imprisoned in Antwerp after failed bail attempts.