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The High Court passed the order in January this year by relying on its December 2025 ruling that waqf institutions were not exempt from paying court fees before the State Waqf Tribunal

'Protest to continue until all demands, including cancellation of 14th JPSC exam, are met,' said aspirants after talks with the Jharkhand govt.

Himanta Biswa Sarma says declaring the annual event a national problem would make no difference if it cannot be addressed scientifically

Democrats introduced a resolution to end unauthorized US military involvement against Iran. Senator John Hickenlooper leads the effort, citing constitutional war powers. This move escalates a congressional challenge to President Donald Trump's handling of the conflict. Military leaders privately advise seeking an off-ramp from ongoing air operations. President Trump expresses confidence that the confrontation could end soon.

The rise in India’s clean-energy ⁠generation comes as solar and wind output exceeded 100 gigawatts for the first time and accounted for a record 42.8% of ​India’s electricity supply ‌on July 13, government data showed.

In a gazette notification issued on July 31, the law ministry said President Murmu has given her assent to the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026

A school quiz question in Kerala has ignited a political controversy. The question asked about the freedom fighter receiving the most severe British punishment. General education minister N Samsudheen ordered an inquiry into the unauthorized quiz. Opposition parties accused the government of promoting a Sangh Parivar agenda. Officials are investigating who prepared and conducted the quiz.

A 71-year-old Chinese woman, Liu Defang, saved a man's life after he fell into a river. She had learned to swim only a few years after her retirement from work. Liu bravely entered the water with a lifebuoy to reach the struggling individual. Surveillance footage later revealed her identity, drawing praise from social media users. Her courageous act highlights the value of learning new skills at any age.

In a shocking turn of events, a husband has alerted the police about his wife's alleged affair and a potential murder plot. He provided screenshots revealing discussions about orchestrating his murder to resemble a fatal road accident. The police are currently examining the digital evidence's credibility, as both the wife and her accomplice have fled, igniting a manhunt.

Savannah James opened up about an alleged Hermès shopping dispute in Italy, claiming a saleswoman was fired after she and April McDaniel were reportedly turned away despite having an appointment. The friends later described how the store addressed the situation. Savannah also discussed marriage, motherhood and life alongside LeBron James, stressing the importance of staying grounded, authentic and invested in a relationship despite the pressure of public life.

Non-banking financial company gold loans grew nearly seventy percent year-on-year. This expansion significantly outpaced overall retail credit growth for these institutions. The Reserve Bank of India had introduced new rules for gold lending practices. Despite regulatory scrutiny, demand for gold-backed credit remained robust. Credit growth in industry and services sectors showed moderation during this period.

Ashish secured the second spot in the men's javelin final with a best effort of 74.09 metres, which came in his third attempt. His performance earned India a podium finish at the global junior event. It is the first time India have won a medal in javelin throw at the Junior World Championships since Neeraj Chopra's monster 86.48m showing in 2016.

Post the humungous success of 'Musafir Cafe', Vedica Pinto gets into a candid chat with Etimes talking about the response to the show co-starring Vikrant Massey, Mahima Makwana, the perceptions about her character Sudha, growing up as an underconfident child, her journey so far from being the 'Liggi' girl to Anurag Kashyap's 'Nishanchi', her aspirations and more. Read on..

Sudharsan has been ruled out of the series after failing to recover from a big toe injury he suffered during the India A tour of Sri Lanka last month. He scored two centuries in the two 'A' Tests before being hit on the toe during the second match against Sri Lanka A. He has since been undergoing rehabilitation at the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.

Many states are banning smartphones in schools due to growing distractions and health concerns. Some districts now restrict student phone access from morning bell to afternoon dismissal. Parents are increasingly supporting these bans, citing research and developmental appropriateness. Concerns also focus on excessive screen time and inappropriate content accessed on school devices. Schools are now reviewing technology policies and limiting device usage during non-instructional periods.

Shiromani Akali Dal has expressed strong support for the prompt enactment of the women's reservation bill, emphasizing the need for fair delimitation to ensure equitable state representation. This advocacy follows a meeting between party president Sukhbir Singh Badal and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Speculation is rife regarding a potential electoral partnership between SAD and BJP, particularly as both parties have faced declining influence in Punjab's political landscape.

India is discussing joining France's Future Combat Air System program. This development follows Germany's departure from the advanced fighter jet project. India's own fifth-generation fighter is also expected to fly around 2028. This collaboration aligns with India-France's strategic defense partnership goals. The joint effort aims to advance both nations' aerial combat capabilities.