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A young Army Major tragically died after his SUV collided with a camel near Jaisalmer. Two Lieutenant-rank officers sustained injuries in the same late-night road accident. The vehicle overturned multiple times after hitting the animal on the road. Army personnel rushed to the site and rescued the trapped officers. The incident has cast a pall of gloom over the military station.

In an email sent to executive board members on Friday morning, accessed by TOI, Tirkey said he had sought a written clarification from Hockey India officials regarding the basis of the decision, the process followed and the circumstances under which the change was approved and implemented.

Officials have planned parking for nearly 6,000 vehicles and food counters at Chelluru and Pusapatirega instead of the airport premises; 13,000 children will perform the Dhimsa dance at the venue

Citing it as 'unfortunate', Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju criticised the Opposition for not participating in the discussion

Exiled writer Taslima Nasreen returned to Kolkata after nearly two decades. She described her visit as an emotional homecoming to her own country. Nasreen is scheduled to attend a public program in the city on August 1. This marks her first public appearance in Kolkata since 2007. Protests over her memoir "Dwikhandito" had forced her departure then.

Chaired by the Prime Minister with Union Ministers as trustees, all donations qualify for 100% deduction under the I-T Act, and count as CSR expenditure under the Companies Act, yet the Fund remains ‘outside the ambit of the RTI Act, parliamentary scrutiny, and audit by the CAG’, RTI activists say

He questioned the purpose of calling an all-party meeting after releasing water for the last two months

Hanoi is undertaking a significant urban redevelopment plan for modernization. Authorities are investing billions to create new districts and infrastructure. A major riverfront project aims to tackle flooding and climate risks. This ambitious overhaul includes new transport links and a large sports district. However, rapid redevelopment raises concerns about resident displacement and financial risks.

The existing lighting systems, which are currently operated manually, will become fully automated

Stay of conviction will result in revocation of his disqualification from post of MLA

Rahul Gandhi questioned a reporter's affiliation after families of injured police personnel shared their experiences. These families recounted traumatic incidents and sought justice for the injured officers. Earlier, Gandhi had demanded a Supreme Court-monitored probe into alleged police actions against students. Meanwhile, opposition MPs protested in Parliament, demanding home minister Amit Shah's resignation.

Speaking to reporters at the Secretariat in Chennai, Tamil Nadu Minister Nirmalkumar said the Chief Minister has been holding consultations with stakeholders and experts on the Mekedatu issue

Japan has launched its National Intelligence Bureau, centralizing its intelligence operations. This move replaces the Cabinet Intelligence and Research Office, enhancing information sharing. The new agency will focus on counterterrorism and foreign espionage threats. Japan is also lifting its ban on lethal weapons exports. This institutional overhaul signifies a broader recalibration of Japan's security posture.

In a recent statement, a CJP spokesperson Saurav Das condemned the arrest of Ruchika Singh, stating that her comments against the Prime Minister should not lead to criminal charges. He criticized the police for prioritizing such cases over holding accountable MPs with serious criminal backgrounds. The spokesperson emphasized the need to protect young voices like Singh's, urging a withdrawal of cases against student protesters.

A student was assaulted by masked individuals on two motorcycles. The attackers questioned his demand for Prime Minister Modi's resignation. He sustained serious leg injuries and required a plaster cast. An FIR has been registered at Jalahalli Police Station. Police are currently investigating the incident and no arrests have been made.

A methane gas explosion in Pakistan's Balochistan province killed at least thirty-four miners. Ten miners remained trapped underground after the blast ripped through the coal mine. Rescue teams worked against time to locate and recover the remaining trapped workers. Authorities announced compensation for the families of the deceased miners. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns within Pakistan's coal mining industry.

A social media influencer apologized after widespread criticism for a viral video. She made remarks about Rapid Action Force personnel during a protest in Delhi. The influencer recreated an advertisement while standing in front of the officers. She later deleted the clip and issued an apology for her actions. Singh also reported receiving threats following the video's circulation.