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Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has allocated portfolios to twenty-three ministers. Key departments like finance and home were retained by Shivakumar himself. U T Khader received minority welfare and health, while R Ramalinga Reddy got forest. K H Muniyappa was assigned social welfare, fulfilling his lobbying efforts. The government now prepares for the monsoon session amid some internal party discontent.

Sri Lanka held a closed-door practice session in Galle as India coaches Gautam Gambhir and Sitanshu Kotak briefly inspected the pitch. Groundstaff worked extensively on the surface, which could influence India’s choice between three spinners or three seamers. Rain remains a concern ahead of the Test. India will resume training Thursday after completing an intensive preparation camp in Colombo.

Olaus Murie began studying Alaskan caribou in 1922, which influenced ecological wildlife understanding. His brother Adolph later investigated wolves and Dall sheep, challenging predator control assumptions. Adolph's research examined species interactions within the wider ecosystem of Mount McKinley. This work helped shift park management away from viewing predators solely as pests. The Muries' ecological approach continues to inform Denali's conservation efforts today.

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha felicitated Commonwealth Games gold medallist Asmita Dey, presenting her with Rs 10 lakh and allotting land in Agartala to build a house. Dey, who became India’s first Commonwealth Games gold-winning judoka, was praised for overcoming hardships. Saha urged her to stay focused, maintain discipline and aim for another medal at the Asian Games.

Fresh reports claim FIFA president Gianni Infantino offered to help Mexico leave CONCACAF and join CONMEBOL in exchange for political support ahead of the next FIFA presidential election. The alleged proposal could give Mexico access to stronger South American competition, but significant sporting, commercial and governance hurdles remain. Neither FIFA nor the Mexican Football Federation has commented on the claims.

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke announced a new phase of protests soon. He mentioned that the second season of their Jantar Mantar movement is coming. Dipke also supported schoolchildren protesting for a proper road in Uttar Pradesh. He claimed the party faced venue difficulties for a Delhi volunteers' meeting. Dipke alleged pressure from authorities, which he attributed to the BJP.

Dassault Aviation from France has presented its proposal for acquiring 114 Rafale jets, aimed at strengthening India’s fighter fleet and addressing existing capability shortcomings. This initiative prioritizes significant local production and the transfer of technology to India. With a unified force of 176 Rafale aircraft, both the Indian Air Force and Navy will collaborate, enhancing India's domestic aerospace manufacturing and supporting indigenous defense projects.

The Central Board of Secondary Education has officially released the results for the Class 12 compartment exams today. Students can conveniently check their scores by visiting the official CBSE site and entering their roll numbers. The compartment exams were conducted on July 28, catering to over 1.6 lakh candidates this year. Additionally, results are available through DigiLocker and the UMANG mobile app for easy access.

Based on the All India Consumer Food Price Index (CFPI), provisional food inflation stood at 5.52% year-on-year in July 2026. Rural food inflation was estimated at 5.79%, whereas the corresponding rate for urban India was 5.05%.

Karnataka braces for a statewide bandh and potential disruptions on Thursday. Pro-Kannada groups demand action on the Cauvery water dispute and other projects. Public transport and commercial activities may face significant impact across the state. Heavy rain and thunderstorms are also predicted, compounding potential travel issues. Residents are advised to check conditions before undertaking long-distance journeys.

The ministry also asked the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to set up an ad-hoc committee to oversee the administration of table tennis in the country until a proper governance structure is restored.

A Gurugram consumer commission found Red Tape guilty of unfair trade practices. The company charged a customer thirty rupees for three shopping bags. This action was deemed a deficiency in service by the commission. Red Tape was ordered to refund the amount and pay compensation. The company must also pay fifteen thousand rupees for mental harassment.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leaders interacted at a wedding reception. Modi exchanged pleasantries with Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. Mallikarjun Kharge joined the conversation, noting the Prime Minister had changed. The leaders shared a brief, light-hearted moment during the event. Several prominent political figures attended the high-profile gathering.

Union minister Kiren Rijiju said India was not a "banana republic" and that there should be rules and regulations to spend foreign funds. The proposed legislation, aimed to manage the gap in the regulation of foregin fundings to NGOs and curb the proselytisation, was fiercely criticised the opposition that termed the bill "anti minority". Union minister Nityanand Rai moved the motion in the Lok Sabha after the House resumed proceedings.

Popularly known as Chandra in corporate circles, he became the first non-Parsi chairman in the Tata Group's 150-year history and was personally chosen for the role by the late Ratan Tata. The Tata Group expanded significantly under his leadership. According to company figures, aggregate revenue increased from Rs 7.89 lakh crore in FY20 to Rs 16.24 lakh crore in FY26.

Meta secured local support for its Utah data center, unlike Kevin O'Leary's Project Stratos. O'Leary's project faced backlash after its approval due to limited outreach. Meta invested in local schools and conservation efforts in Eagle Mountain. O'Leary acknowledged communication failures and plans to share project details soon. This highlights contrasting approaches to community relations for large tech projects.

Rakesh Bedi, the esteemed veteran actor, has raised urgent alarms about the rampant adulteration of food and alcohol. He firmly asserts that those who compromise consumer safety should face harsh repercussions. Notably, he pointed out that numerous alcoholic drinks marketed in India are not authentic. Bedi believes that food adulterators should even be charged with attempted murder, emphasizing his commitment to advocating for public well-being through social media.