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Fresh Legal Battle Over Sonam Wangchuk’s Hospitalisation as Wife Seeks Right to Choose Medical Care

Fresh Legal Battle Over Sonam Wangchuk’s Hospitalisation as Wife Seeks Right to Choose Medical Care

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The legal dispute surrounding activist Sonam Wangchuk's hospitalisation has intensified, with his wife, Gitanjali Angmo, filing a fresh appeal before the Delhi High Court against an order that allowed his continued treatment at Safdarjung Hospital. The appeal argues that Wangchuk should be free to decide where he receives medical care and that neither he nor his family should be denied that choice. The challenge comes after a Single Judge declined to direct the activist's discharge from the government hospital, where he was admitted after being removed from his indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar. Angmo has…
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My Earnings Are My Honesty: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann

My Earnings Are My Honesty: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann

JALANDHAR (Rajeev Sharma): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Sunday paid obeisance at the Darbar of Dera Almast Bapu Lal Badshah Ji during the annual fair at Nakodar and sought blessings for the peace, prosperity and all-round development of Punjab. After attending the cultural programme, the Chief Minister expressed gratitude for the overwhelming love and affection showered by people from all walks of life and said the blessings of the Gurus, Pirs, Fakirs and martyrs continue to guide Punjab on the path of communal harmony and progress. Reaffirming his government’s commitment to rebuilding a vibrant Rangla Punjab, Bhagwant Singh…
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AISA Suspends 23-Day Hunger Strike as Opposition Backs Students’ Education Reform Demands

AISA Suspends 23-Day Hunger Strike as Opposition Backs Students’ Education Reform Demands

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): A 23-day indefinite hunger strike led by three members of the All India Students' Association (AISA) at Jantar Mantar came to an end on Monday after a delegation of Opposition leaders and prominent public figures urged the students to conclude their fast, assuring them that their demands would be taken up in Parliament. The protest, led by student leaders Neha, Manish and Aameen, sought greater accountability in the education system, with a focus on the National Testing Agency (NTA), the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the role of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The students…
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Massive Search Continues for Missing 11-Year-Old Parker Wells; Calgary Police Lead Coordinated Effort to Bring Him Home

Massive Search Continues for Missing 11-Year-Old Parker Wells; Calgary Police Lead Coordinated Effort to Bring Him Home

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma ): The Calgary Police Service (CPS), supported by the RCMP, specialized search teams, partner agencies and hundreds of volunteers, continues an extensive search operation to locate 11-year-old Parker Wells, who was reported missing after wandering away from a day home in the northwest Calgary community of Cambrian Heights on Thursday, July 16, 2026. As search efforts continue around the clock, Acting Staff Sgt. Scott Guterson provided a video update to the media, highlighting the ongoing search operation and thanking Calgarians for their overwhelming support and cooperation. He emphasized that officers and partner agencies remain fully committed to…
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Stormy Monsoon Session Expected as Government Pushes Bills, Opposition Readies Sharp Offensive

Stormy Monsoon Session Expected as Government Pushes Bills, Opposition Readies Sharp Offensive

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma/Gurpreet Singh): The Monsoon Session of Parliament is expected to witness intense exchanges from its opening day, with the ruling NDA and the Opposition gearing up for a confrontation over a range of political and public interest issues. Ahead of the session, the Centre held an all-party meeting to seek cooperation for the smooth conduct of parliamentary business. While the government emphasised the need for productive debates and timely passage of legislation, Opposition parties outlined several issues they intend to raise during the proceedings. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju appealed to political parties to ensure meaningful discussions…
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Historic Milestone for Mbappe as France Star Secures Second FIFA World Cup Golden Boot

Historic Milestone for Mbappe as France Star Secures Second FIFA World Cup Golden Boot

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): Kylian Mbappe added another remarkable chapter to his football career by becoming the first player to win the FIFA World Cup Golden Boot twice. Although France finished fourth in the tournament, the striker’s prolific goal-scoring form ensured he walked away with one of the competition’s biggest individual honours. Mbappe ended the World Cup with an impressive tally of 10 goals and four assists, finishing ahead of every other player in the scoring charts. His standout performance in France’s third-place playoff, where he netted twice and set up another goal, ultimately proved decisive in the race for the…
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Ferran Torres’ Extra-Time Strike Seals World Cup Glory for Spain Against Argentina

Ferran Torres’ Extra-Time Strike Seals World Cup Glory for Spain Against Argentina

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): Spain lifted the FIFA World Cup trophy after defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 in a tense final that remained deadlocked until extra time. The decisive moment came in the 106th minute when substitute Ferran Torres found the back of the net to crown Spain as the new world champions. The Spanish side dictated the pace for most of the contest, enjoying the lion’s share of possession and creating numerous scoring opportunities. Despite the sustained pressure, Argentina’s defence, led by goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, held firm during regulation time to keep Lionel Messi’s side in the contest. Argentina’s task…
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Ahead of Monsoon Session, Centre Seeks Cooperation from Opposition; All-Party Meeting Ends in Walkout

Ahead of Monsoon Session, Centre Seeks Cooperation from Opposition; All-Party Meeting Ends in Walkout

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): With the Monsoon Session of Parliament set to begin shortly, the Central government on Sunday urged political parties to work together to ensure productive proceedings. The appeal came during an all-party meeting convened to discuss the legislative agenda, but the gathering witnessed a dramatic exit by opposition leaders over the participation of certain rebel Members of Parliament. Following the meeting, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said the government was looking forward to a meaningful session where all elected representatives could raise public issues and engage in constructive discussions. He noted that several important bills and policy…
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Heavy Rain Brings Traffic to a Halt on Pathankot–Bharmour Highway; Manimahesh Pilgrimage Put on Hold

Heavy Rain Brings Traffic to a Halt on Pathankot–Bharmour Highway; Manimahesh Pilgrimage Put on Hold

Chamba (Rajeeb Sharma): Severe monsoon showers have disrupted road connectivity in Himachal Pradesh's Chamba district after fresh landslides blocked key stretches of the Pathankot–Bharmour National Highway (NH-154A). The highway was rendered impassable following repeated rockfalls near Batti Hatti and Durgethi, leaving hundreds of commuters stranded on both sides of the route. Officials said relentless rainfall since Saturday night loosened the hill slopes, causing mud, rocks and boulders to crash onto the highway. As debris continued to fall intermittently, authorities suspended vehicular movement to prevent accidents and ensure public safety. Long queues of vehicles, including Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) buses,…
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CM Dhami Assures Positive Steps on Gurdwara Gyan Godri Sahib Issue After Meeting Sikh Delegation

CM Dhami Assures Positive Steps on Gurdwara Gyan Godri Sahib Issue After Meeting Sikh Delegation

Dehradun (Rajeev Sharma): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has assured a Sikh delegation that the state government is committed to finding a respectful and amicable solution to the long-pending issue of Gurdwara Gyan Godri Sahib in Haridwar. The assurance came during a meeting with a five-member delegation led by Uttar Pradesh Sikh Gurdwara Coordination Committee President Sardar Parvinder Singh, Advocate. During the meeting, the delegation reiterated its demand that the historic Gurdwara Gyan Godri Sahib, associated with the visit of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, be restored to the Sikh community. The issue has remained a matter of religious…
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