PM In Maldives

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Male, Maldives today. He was received by Maldivian President Dr Mohamed Muizzu at the airport amidst traditional songs and chants of "Vande Mataram".

PM Modi is visiting the Maldives at the invitation of President Muizzu to participate as the Guest of Honour at the country’s 60th Independence Day celebrations.

Prez Murmu Completes 3 Years in Office

President Droupadi Murmu marked three years in office today, becoming the first tribal woman to hold India’s highest constitutional post. Her tenure has been defined by inclusive initiatives, global outreach, and citizen engagement.

PM Modi Breaks Record

Prime Minister Narendra Modi completed 4,078 days in office, surpassing former Prime Minister late Indira Gandhi's record of 4,077 consecutive days as Prime Minister of the country. With this milestone, PM Modi becomes the second longest consecutively serving Prime Minister in India's history.

School Building Collapse In Rajasthan

Six students died while over 30 were injured after a portion of the school building collapsed. The devastating incident occurred at Peeplodi Government School in Rajasthan. The collapse occurred during study hours when 35 students of Class 7 were seated in a classroom that suddenly caved in.

Textile Parks Inaugurated

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated six textile parks- one each in Bolangir, Jagatsinghpur, Keonjhar, Sambalpur, Cuttack and Ganjam. With this move, around 25,000 employment opportunities will be created. Besides, the CM also inaugurated a 1000-bed workers’ hostel at Khordha.

Forest Ranger In Vig Net

A deputy ranger of the Jeypore Forest Division has come under the lens of Vigilance department following allegations of possessing disproportionate assets.  A raid was conducted at Ramachandra Nepak’s residence in Jeypore. During the raid, massive wealth including gold biscuits have been recovered.

Red Alert Issued

The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert of very heavy rainfall over several districts in Odisha. Keonjhar and Mayurbhanj districts are likely to witness extremely heavy rainfall in the next 24 hours.

Travel Advisory Issued

Amid escalating tensions along the Thailand-Cambodia border, the Indian Embassy in Thailand issued a travel advisory urging Indian tourists to remain vigilant and stay updated through official Thai sources.

Fourteen Thai people were killed and 46 others injured in military clashes near the Thailand-Cambodia border.

President's Rule Extended

The President's Rule in Manipur has been extended for another six months, starting from August 13, 2025. The decision came after Union Home Minister Amit Shah moved a resolution in the Lok Sabha seeking approval for the extension.

The violence started in the state in 2023 after a 'Tribal Solidarity March' was organised against the high court order.

Flight Trials Conducted

The Defence Research and Development Organisation successfully carried out flight trials of the UAV-Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 at the National Open Area Range in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh.

Cricketer In Trouble

Indian cricketer Yash Dayal is facing fresh trouble after he was named in an FIR for allegedly raping a 17-year-old girl over a period of two year. This is the second FIR against the RCB fast bowler after a woman in Ghaziabad filed a complaint against him for "exploiting" her.