Politics
Security Heightened in Jammu & Kashmir Amid Planned Political Demonstrations
Authorities tightened security and enforced traffic diversions across Srinagar and Jammu following planned counter-protests by the Jammu & Kashmir National Conference and the Bharatiya Janata Party.
U.S. Executes Wave of Military Strikes Against Iranian Maritime Targets Near Strait of Hormuz
U.S. Central Command executed a broad wave of military strikes targeting Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) naval assets, mine-laying capabilities, and coastal radars in response to renewed attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
U.S. Brings Russia Back to G20 Financial Talks Amid European Diplomatic Pushback
The U.S. invited Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov to in-person G20 talks in North Carolina, sparking pushback and a photo boycott from European delegates.
Global Leaders Gather at 26th SCO Summit in Bishkek for High-Stakes Diplomacy
World leaders gathered in Bishkek for the 26th SCO Summit, marking the 25th anniversary of the Eurasian political, security, and economic alliance.
Aam Aadmi Party Stages Protests Near Delhi Secretariat Over Procurement Irregularities
The Aam Aadmi Party organized a demonstration near the Delhi Secretariat to protest against alleged procurement irregularities and demand a time-bound judicial probe.
26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit Opens in Bishkek
World leaders gathered in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, for the opening of the 26th SCO Summit, marking the 25th anniversary of the Eurasian political, security, and economic alliance.
U.S. Administration Announces Economic Moves Targeting Venezuelan Oil Infrastructure
The U.S. brokered a public-private partnership with Venezuela, granting majority control over 65 billion barrels of oil reserves to boost domestic energy supplies and lower gas prices.
Karnataka Minister B. Nagendra Resigns Following CBI Corruption Probe
Karnataka Planning and Statistics Minister B. Nagendra resigned voluntarily following a CBI chargesheet and prosecution sanction regarding the Valmiki Corporation fund diversion.
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India formally rejected observations by UNCERD on domestic rights, labeling them politically motivated while defending its robust constitutional safeguards.
India and China Announce 8-Point Consensus to Advance Border Delimitation Talks
India and China reached an eight-point consensus during the 25th Special Representatives' talks in Beijing, targeting an early and substantial harvest on boundary delimitation and adding new LAC communication hotlines.
Supreme Court Directs National Measures to Curb "Digital Arrest" Scams
The Supreme Court issued nationwide directives to combat digital arrest scams, directing the RBI to frame SOPs for mule accounts and pushing for e-Zero FIRs.
Proposed Bill Seeks Statutory Safeguards for National Song
Parliament passed a bill granting Vande Mataram equal statutory protection under the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, penalizing intentional disruptions.
Foreign Contribution Regulation Rules Updated for Non-Profit Governance
The Ministry of Home Affairs notified the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Rules, 2026, overhauling non-profit governance via purpose-specific registrations.
Parliament Passes Tribunals Reforms Bill to Overhaul Quasi-Judicial Governance
Parliament passed the Tribunals Reforms Bill 2026, establishing a National Tribunals Commission and unifying terms across 16 major tribunals.
Supreme Court Strikes Down Ex Post Facto Environmental Clearances
The Supreme Court quashed the Centre's 2021 Office Memorandum, ruling that prior environmental clearance under the EIA 2006 framework remains mandatory.
Bihar Government Announces Payouts for Social Media Content Creators
Bihar's government approved rules offering social media creators up to ₹1 lakh per video for promoting state welfare schemes based on views.
Bulgarian Supreme Court Restores Judicial Pathway for Legal Gender Recognition
Bulgaria's Supreme Court of Cassation has restored judicial procedures for legal gender recognition, aligning domestic case law with European Union regulations.
Center Assures Supreme Court on Validity of Previously Issued Transgender Identity Cards
The Centre informed the Supreme Court that previously issued transgender identity cards will remain valid pending challenges to the 2026 Amendment Act.
Supreme Court Directs NTA to Submit Report on Exam Reform Taskforce Implementation
The Supreme Court directed the Centre and NTA to file a status report within three weeks on institutionalizing exam security recommendations.
India Launches World's First Ecosystem Guide at UNCCD COP17 Summit
India launched its landmark Guide to Grasslands and Open Natural Ecosystems at UNCCD COP17 in Mongolia to drive global land restoration.
BRICS Youth Summit and Council Meetings Commence in Gandhinagar
Under India's 2026 BRICS Chairship, the BRICS Youth Council Meeting and Youth Summit commenced in Gandhinagar to empower youth-led global cooperation.
Southern Zonal Council Convenes Regional Leaders to Discuss Key Coordination Issues
Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired the 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting in Tamil Nadu to enhance cooperative federalism and inter-state coordination.
Supreme Court Decides Scope of Key Labor Law Definition
A nine-judge Supreme Court bench resolved a decades-long legal reference by modifying the 1978 definition of "industry" under Indian labor law.