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02 Aug

Cockroach Janta Party Core Leadership to Gather in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar to Shape Post-Protest Strategy

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Sabhajinagar (Gurpreet Singh): Core members of the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party are set to convene at the residence of founder Abhijeet Dipke in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra, on August 5 to map out their future strategic roadmap. Party sources confirmed that activists and volunteers were encouraged to take a brief hiatus to spend quality time with their families following an intense, month-long demonstration at New Delhi’s Jantar Mantar over the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test paper leak controversy. In the lead-up to the August 5 assembly, members of the core committee have been collecting ground-level feedback, insights, and policy proposals directly…

02 Aug

PM Modi Launches 100-Week ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Abhiyaan’ as Punjab Governor Calls for Collective Action

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today virtually launched the nationwide 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Abhiyaan', a 100-week campaign aimed at mobilising young people against substance abuse through sustained awareness, community participation and positive youth engagement. The Governor of Punjab and Administrator, U.T. Chandigarh, Shri Gulab Chand Kataria joined the national launch from Tagore Theatre, Chandigarh, where he called upon the youth to become the driving force behind a drug-free and developed India. Addressing the event, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi said that the 'Drug-Free Youth for Viksit Bharat' campaign is not merely about individual well-being…

02 Aug

IMD Warns of Heavy Rain in Himachal, Yellow Alert Issued for Several Districts

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is expected to witness another spell of intense monsoon activity on Saturday, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting widespread rainfall across the state. A yellow alert has been issued for several districts, warning of heavy showers accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning in isolated areas. The weather office has predicted that districts including Mandi, Kangra, Shimla, Solan, Sirmaur, Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Una, Chamba and Kullu could receive heavy rainfall during the day. Light to moderate showers are also likely to continue in many other parts of the hill state. Officials have cautioned that prolonged rainfall may…

01 Aug

Centre Introduces Key Reforms for NEET-PG 2026 to Enhance Candidate Convenience and Exam Security

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): In a major move aimed at making the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test for Postgraduate (NEET-PG) 2026 more candidate-friendly and secure, the Union Health Ministry and the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) have announced a series of structural and logistical overhauls for the upcoming examination scheduled for August 30. Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda on Saturday chaired a comprehensive review meeting with the NBEMS, technology partners, and stakeholders to assess preparedness and ensure a smooth, transparent, and technology-driven process. With 2,73,183 candidates registered this year—a 12.5% increase over previous figures—the exam will be conducted…

01 Aug

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Inaugurates Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram

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Bhogapuram (Gurpreet Singh): Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram in Vizianagaram district on Saturday, marking a significant milestone in the expansion of aviation infrastructure across Andhra Pradesh. Constructed under a Public-Private Partnership model with an overall investment exceeding ₹5,640 crore, the greenfield airport has been designed to manage an initial annual capacity of 60 lakh passengers in its first phase. Situated near Visakhapatnam, the strategic facility is positioned to enhance regional air connectivity, boost commercial trade, and stimulate long-term economic growth throughout the coastal region. The passenger terminal architecture combines modern infrastructure with…

01 Aug

PIB Debunks Viral AI-Edited Video Falsely Showing PM Narendra Modi Warning Jantar Mantar Protesters

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has dismissed as fake a viral video circulating on social media that falsely claims Prime Minister Narendra Modi threatened to take action against students who participated in the recent Jantar Mantar protest. In a statement issued through its Fact Check unit, PIB said the clip has been artificially altered using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and does not reflect any statement made by the Prime Minister. The agency clarified that the video is a deepfake, created by manipulating an original recording to spread misinformation. According to PIB, the fabricated clip is being circulated…

01 Aug

Assam Flood Situation Improves, But Death Toll Climbs to 82; Government Expands Relief Measures

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Guwahati (Rajeev Sharma): Although floodwaters have begun receding in several parts of Assam, the human toll from the disaster continues to rise. According to the latest update from the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), two more flood-related deaths have pushed the overall death toll to 82, even as the number of affected residents has fallen to around 1.92 lakh. The latest fatalities were reported from the Nazira revenue circle in Sivasagar district and Sonari in Charaideo district. Authorities said relief and rehabilitation operations remain underway in the worst-affected regions, with teams continuing to assist displaced families and restore essential…

01 Aug

Commercial LPG Cylinder Becomes Cheaper as Oil Companies Slash Prices; Domestic Cylinder Rates Stay the Same

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Commercial LPG users across India have received a significant price relief after oil marketing companies revised the rates of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders, bringing down prices in several major cities from Friday. The reduction is expected to ease the fuel burden on restaurants, hotels, food outlets and other businesses that depend on commercial cooking gas. As per sources, the price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has been cut by ₹202 in Delhi, while consumers in Kolkata will benefit from a larger reduction of ₹209. Following the latest revision, the retail price of a commercial cylinder…

01 Aug

Second Labourer Dies After Kulgam Terror Attack, Both Victims Were Migrant Workers from Chhattisgarh

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Srinagar (Rajeev Sharma): The terrorist attack on two migrant labourers in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district has claimed a second life, with the injured worker succumbing to his injuries while undergoing treatment, officials confirmed on Saturday. The incident occurred on Friday evening at a brick kiln in the Kelam area of south Kashmir, where terrorists allegedly opened fire on the workers without warning. The first victim, Deepak Ratray, died shortly after the attack before he could receive medical attention. The second labourer, Bopinder, was initially treated at Government Medical College (GMC), Anantnag, before being shifted to SKIMS Hospital in Srinagar,…

01 Aug

IMD Warns of Heavy Rain in Parts of Himachal; Residents Advised to Remain Alert

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast another spell of heavy rainfall in parts of Himachal Pradesh, issuing a weather alert for Chamba, Kangra and Sirmaur districts. While these areas are expected to witness intense showers, light to moderate rainfall is likely across much of the rest of the state. The weather office has also predicted thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds reaching 30 to 40 kmph over the lower and mid-hill regions. Similar wind speeds are expected in the high-altitude districts of Kinnaur and Lahaul-Spiti. Officials have warned that the ongoing monsoon activity could increase the likelihood…