The appointment, subject to Senate confirmation, was long overdue and the fact that Gor is a part of Trump’s inner circle should facilitate a candid engagement between the 2 sides on thorny issues like trade, Trump’s handling of Pakistan, immigration and India’s ties with Russia.
The Congress party has criticized the Indian government after websites for Chinese apps TikTok and AliExpress became accessible in India, despite a previous ban. Congress accuses Prime Minister Modi of prioritizing relations with China over the sacrifices of Indian soldiers. While the TikTok website is partially accessible, the app remains banned, and AliExpress doesn't allow shopping.
The Punjab government intensifies its anti-drug and corruption efforts by filing a 140-page chargesheet against ex-minister Bikram Singh Majithia, following a thorough investigation by the Punjab Vigilance Bureau. The probe involved scrutiny of 400 bank accounts, 200 witnesses, and raids across 15 locations, revealing assets disproportionate to his known income, estimated at Rs 700 crore.
India and China have agreed to enhance border dispute resolution efforts following talks between NSA Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. An Expert Group will be established under the WMCC to expedite boundary delimitation. Both sides committed to a fair and mutually acceptable settlement, improved border management, and new mechanisms for de-escalation.
The Election Commission has announced that individuals omitted from Bihar's draft electoral roll, published on August 1, 2025, can submit Form 6 with their Aadhaar card copy by September 1. Objections to ineligible inclusions can be filed in Form 7 by electors of the same constituency.
A parliamentary panel has criticized the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways for design flaws and over-reliance on builders, leading to premature failures in newly constructed concrete highways. The committee highlighted the indiscriminate shift to concrete roads without proper assessment, resulting in poor quality and wasted funds.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) demands Rahul Gandhi either substantiate his "vote theft" allegations with a signed declaration or apologize for the claims, which ECI deems false. Gandhi refuses to sign, while Sharad Pawar supports Gandhi's concerns. BJP calls for a formal complaint or Gandhi's resignation if he lacks faith in the ECI.
Indian Railways has launched 'Rudrastra,' its longest freight train ever, stretching 4.5 kilometers. Composed of 354 wagons and powered by seven locomotives, the train was formed by linking six standard rakes. It journeyed from Ganjkhwaja to Garhwa Road, covering 200 km at an average speed of 40 km/h.
INDIA bloc leaders convened at Rahul Gandhi's residence to discuss critical issues, including concerns over the Special Intensive Revision exercise in Bihar and allegations of poll rigging. Gandhi presented data claiming significant vote manipulation in the recent Lok Sabha elections, sparking further debate.
Uttar Pradesh aims to be a major economic force, driven by renewable energy and increased energy consumption, according to Additional Chief Secretary Narendra Bhooshan. He highlighted the state's commitment to national goals of achieving net-zero emissions and boosting renewable energy capacity. Separately, a panel discussed UP's efforts in water conservation and sustainability, citing successful community-led initiatives to revive shrinking rivers.
PM Narendra Modi is likely to visit China for the Shanghai Cooperation Summit in late August, hosted by President Xi Jinping. Preparations are underway for India's participation, with a potential bilateral meeting between Modi and Xi on the agenda.
Omar Abdullah has urged 42 political parties, including the Congress, to advocate for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir during the current Parliament session. He argues that downgrading a state to a Union Territory sets a dangerous precedent, emphasizing the need to uphold the constitutional rights and democratic values for the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi highlighted the Indian armed forces' readiness for fifth-generation warfare, emphasizing technology integration. Speaking at IIT-Madras, he described Operation Sindoor as a turning point in counter-terrorism. He inaugurated 'Agnishodh' at IIT-Madras to boost indigenous defence innovation and acknowledged veterans' contributions to nation-building, reinforcing the commitment to self-reliance and technological advancement.
Following the death of Sukhi Chahal, an anti-Khalistan Sikh based in the US, condolences poured in, highlighting his impactful presence and media work. Gurcharan Singh Gill of Rashtriya Sikh Sangat noted Chahal's clear vision and his role as a beacon for the Indian diaspora, exposing propaganda.
Punjab's government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and Arvind Kejriwal, has launched an anti-drug curriculum in schools as part of their "war against drugs" campaign. This initiative aims to educate eight lakh students about the dangers of drug abuse through special syllabus in government schools for students from classes 9 to 12.
