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Madrasa education develops terrorist-like mindset: UP Dy CM Maurya
Uttar Pradesh Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya sparked controversy after saying, "Anyone who receives a madrasa education doesn't chant 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' nor sing 'Vande Mataram', and develops a terrorist-like mindset." Reacting to remark, Samajwadi Party leader Shivpal Yadav said, "BJP nurtures terrorists, and they're found right in their offices...BJP provides training to all these terrorists."
Rajasthan HC grants rape convict Asaram Bapu 20-day parole
Rajasthan High Court granted rape convict self-styled godman Asaram Bapu 20 days of parole after the state government failed to justify rejecting his parole application. The HC bench said there was no record of the convict violating law on interim bail or attempting to intimidate witnesses. He is serving a life sentence for the sexual assault of a minor.
India condemns attack on Indian flagged commercial vessel that sank in the Red Sea
Government has condemned the attack on the Indian flagged commercial vessel, MSV Faize Noore Oliya that sank in the Red Sea, off the coast of Yemen on Tuesday. "All 13 Indian nationals have been rescued. Our Embassy in Riyadh is closely monitoring the situation," MEA said. "The continuing incidents of attacks on commercial shipping...in the...region are deeply worrisome," it added.
Schoolkids in MP jump over step-dam to cross river daily, clip surfaces
A video from Madhya Pradesh showed schoolchildren from Vidisha district jumping over a dangerous stop-dam to commute to school in the absence of a bridge. Administration officials said the students use the stop-dam as the road route adds 8-10 km to their journey. Vidisha's Sub-Divisional Magistrate said the children would be given bicycles so they can use the safer route.
Toddler given injection after dog bite near Mumbai, sent home with broken needle in body
A two-and-a-half-year-old boy from Kalyan near Mumbai was allegedly sent home from municipal hospital with a broken syringe needle lodged in his body after receiving an anti-rabies injection. His family claimed the doctor denied the needle was inside and said broken piece had fallen on the floor. The child later underwent minor surgery at a private hospital to remove it.
Tharoor to attend Gen Z outreach event which will also be attended by RSS chief Bhagwat
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor will attend an event in Mumbai on August 7-8, a day after RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat attends it on August 6. Bhagwat will interact with Gen Z students. When asked why he was attending an "RSS-led" event, Tharoor replied, "It’s a student movement that invites educationists and thought leaders of all backgrounds to address students."
EC extends door-to-door SIR voter verification in Delhi till Aug 17
The Election Commission has extended Delhi's door-to-door voter verification under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) until August 17. The draft electoral roll will be published on August 24, while claims and objections filed by voters will have to be disposed of by the poll officials by October 22. The final electoral roll is now scheduled for publication on October 27.
Vijay roams like a reel creator: MK Stalin on TN CM after son Udhayanidhi Stalin's arrest
Former Tamil Nadu CM and DMK President MK Stalin criticised Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government following the release of his son Udhayanidhi Stalin, accusing it of "arrogance". He stated that instead of striving to fulfil promises, Vijay is content to roam as a mere "reels creator". Udhayanidhi Stalin was arrested for his alleged double-meaning remark alluding to actress Trisha.
Schools, colleges to remain shut on August 5 in Kerala due to rains
Several Kerala districts, including Wayanad, Kasaragod, Kottayam, Idukki and Pathanamthitta, declared holidays for schools and colleges on August 5 after the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for extremely heavy rainfall. Rain continued to affect parts of the state, causing waterlogging in several areas. Authorities urged residents to strictly follow all weather advisories.
In a twist, NEET paper leak accused say they want to take lie detector test
In a departure from usual practice wherein investigating agencies seek a lie detector test on the accused, three accused in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case have urged a fast-track court to allow them to undergo the aforementioned test. Their counsel, AP Singh, said, "We have always maintained that we were not involved in any malpractices."