HC Blow to Punjab Govt: Pay DA Dues, Arrears to Employees and Pensioners Within 15 Days
In a major blow to the Punjab government, the High Court dismissed its appeal on Dearness Allowance. The court directed the state to clear pending DA and arrears since 2016 for nearly seven lakh employees and pensioners within 15 days.
PM National Children Award 2026: Nomination Deadline Extended to August 15
The Ministry of Women and Child Development has extended the deadline for online nominations for the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2026 to August 15. Eligible children can apply through the official National Awards Portal.
Centre May Bill to Curb Digital Arrests, AI Deepfakes
The Central government is likely to introduce a new bill in Parliament to make 'digital arrest' and AI-generated deepfakes distinct criminal offences. The Supreme Court was informed about the move during a hearing on rising cyber fraud cases across the country.
13 Indian Sailors Trapped at Ukrainian Port Amid Escalating Black Sea Attacks; India Summons Kyiv Envoy
Thirteen Indian seafarers remain stranded aboard M.V. AMIR1 at Ukraine’s Chornomorsk Port as drone and missile strikes intensify in the Black Sea. The union has sought immediate evacuation, while India has summoned Ukraine's ambassador over escalating attacks on merchant ships.
MP bags national award for top performance under Ayushman Bharat Scheme
Madhya Pradesh has bagged a national award for outstanding implementation of the Ayushman Bharat scheme in the large state category. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav praised the health team and attributed the success to effective biometric authentication and healthcare delivery across the state.
Right to Peaceful Protest Guaranteed, But Police Safety Equally Crucial: Supreme Court
Observing that the right to peaceful protest is a constitutional guarantee, the Supreme Court has ruled that agitations cannot justify police excesses. Voicing equal concern over injuries to police personnel, the apex court called for a uniform nationwide protocol.
Punjab: Petrol Bomb Thrown at BJP Office in Sangrur, Police Launch Probe
A petrol bomb was hurled at the BJP district office on Upli Road in Sangrur, Punjab, late Monday night. No casualties were reported. Police are scrutinizing CCTV footage to identify the culprits following growing concerns over law and order.
Cop Opens Fire with AK-47 During Bihar Bandh in Siwan, Suspended; 450 Arrested Across State
A cop who fired an AK-47 during the Bihar bandh in Siwan has been suspended after a video went viral. Authorities have registered 21 FIRs and arrested around 450 people across multiple districts, including Patna, following the violent protests.
TRAI Updates Anti-Spam Norms, Introduces CNAP Feature to Curb Unsolicited Calls
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has updated its anti-spam guidelines, allowing mobile users to manage commercial calls via the DND 2.0 app and 1909 helpline. The regulator is also rolling out telecom-verified Calling Name Presentation
Govt Rules Out Education Minister’s Resignation Amid NEET Controversy; CJP Demands Compensation
The Centre has rejected demands for Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the NEET paper leak controversy, focusing instead on NTA reforms. Meanwhile, the Cockroach Janata Party remains steadfast on its demands, keeping the deadlock in Delhi unresolved.
