Sonam Wangchuk Sets 3 Conditions to End Hunger Strike Ahead of Parliament Session
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, currently admitted to Safdarjung Hospital, has set three conditions to end his hunger strike. Wangchuk stated he would call off his fast if the government accepts responsibility for recent education system failures like paper leaks, or if MPs assure him the issue will be raised in
CJP Parliament March: 5 Delhi Metro Stations Closed Amid Protests; Sonam Wangchuk Firm on Fast
Delhi Metro closed five key stations, including Rajiv Chowk and Central Secretariat, ahead of the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) unauthorized Parliament march over education reforms. Meanwhile, detained activist Sonam Wangchuk continued his hunger strike from Safdarjung Hospital, demanding government accountability on recent education failures and paper leaks.
CJP Sansad March: Police Lathicharge Protesters at Jantar Mantar; Lutyens’ Traffic Hit
Thousands of CJP-led protesters marching towards Parliament on the first day of the Monsoon Session were lathicharged by Delhi Police at Jantar Mantar after they tried to break barricades. The heavy security deployment and blockades have crippled traffic across Lutyens' Delhi, leaving commuters stranded.
PM Modi Urges Proactive Monsoon Session, Takes Veiled Swipe at Rahul Gandhi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday called for a productive Parliament Monsoon Session, emphasizing fact-based debates over disruptions. Highlighting India's space achievements by young startups, Modi also took a swipe at Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi, while the government prepared a heavy legislative agenda, including key tax and judicial reform bills.
Supreme Court orders status quo on removal of encroachments from government land in Himachal
The Supreme Court has stayed a Himachal Pradesh High Court judgment that ordered the removal of decades-old illegal encroachments on government land. Following an appeal by the state government against the verdict in the Poonam Gupta case, the apex court directed that status quo be maintained on the matter.
Sonam Wangchuk’s Hunger Strike Enters Day 19; Protesters Plan Parliament March on July 20
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk’s indefinite hunger strike against NEET irregularities entered its 19th day at Jantar Mantar. Despite a severe drop in weight and growing medical concerns, Wangchuk urged supporters to join a peaceful 'Chalo Sansad' march on July 20 rather than asking him to break his fast.
Supreme Court Expresses Displeasure Over Patna HC Order in Sexual Assault Case, Directs Sensitisation Reforms
The Supreme Court has pulled up the Patna High Court for a ruling that held stripping a woman's lower garment and pressing her chest did not constitute an attempt to rape. The apex court directed high courts and judicial academies nationwide to upload sensitisation handbooks on their official portals.
SC Fines Comedian Samay Raina, 5 Others ₹3 Lakh Each for Violating Orders Over Disability Joke
The Supreme Court has imposed a ₹3 lakh fine on stand-up comedian Samay Raina and five others for violating its directives and misleading the court. The case stems from a petition against insensitive remarks made on his show, 'India's Got Latent,' mocking a child suffering from a rare genetic disorder.
Did E20 Petrol Drop Mercedes Mileage? Company Responds to YouTuber Sourav Joshi’s Claim
Popular YouTuber Sourav Joshi claimed that E20 ethanol-blended petrol caused a drastic drop in his luxury Mercedes-Benz SUV's mileage within just 48 hours, sparking concerns over engine health. Mercedes-Benz India has issued an official advisory clarifying that all its BS6 petrol vehicles are fully compatible with E20 fuel.
Supreme Court Stays Madras HC Order Blankly Banning Cow Slaughter in Tamil Nadu
The Supreme Court has stayed a Madras High Court order that imposed a blanket ban on cow slaughter in Tamil Nadu, including on Bakrid. The top court issued a notice, observing that the order required "modification" after the state government argued it contradicted existing state animal preservation laws.
