Arvind Kejriwal Slams Centre Over Sugarcane Ethanol Policy, Calls Govt ‘Illiterate’
AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal attacked the central government over its sugarcane ethanol policy, claiming it led to a sugar shortage. He accused the government of suppressing voices against E20 fuel, while the Petroleum Ministry defended the policy.
Files Destroyed to Hide Evidence in ₹700-Crore Delhi Health Scam: ACB Tells Court
The Anti-Corruption Branch informed a Delhi special court that key files related to a ₹700-crore health scam were deliberately destroyed. The missing documents involve DGHS and CPA procurements, critical tender details, official signatures, and bid evaluations for medical equipment.
7 Alternative Fuels That Could Reshape the Future of Vehicles in India
Beyond ethanol and E20 blends, India is actively developing multiple fuel alternatives—including CNG, Bio-CNG, biodiesel, LNG, methanol, DME, and green hydrogen—to curb crude oil imports, reduce pollution, and power different vehicle segments across the country.
Union Cabinet Approves 5 Major Infra Projects Worth Rs 13,041 Crore to Boost Connectivity
The Union Cabinet, chaired by PM Narendra Modi, approved five major infrastructure projects worth Rs 13,041 crore to strengthen foundational connectivity. The decision includes four railway multitracking projects and a four-lane highway corridor connecting Bihar with the Nepal border.
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.
