In a major development, Basant Kumar Meghwal has added to India’s tally after he clinched the silver medal at the ongoing World Athletics U20 Championships in the men’s high jump event. Hailing from Anupgarh in Rajasthan, the 19-year-old scripted history and produced an effort of 2.21 metres as he secured India’s second medal of the Championships.
The central government has decided to extend the tenure of Enforcement Directorate (ED) Director Rahul Navin by one year, extending his working period till August 2027. According to an order issued on August 8, 2026, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved the extension of Rahul Navin, IRS (IT:93074), for one year beyond August 13, 2026, until August 13, 2027. The extension allows him to continue in service beyond his scheduled superannuation date of July 31, 2027. It states that his tenure will continue until August 13, 2027, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
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Director Shakeel Noorani, who directed films like Joru Ka Ghulam and Bade Dil Wala, has been arrested by the Malvani Police in Mumbai in connection with an alleged rape and sexual assault case filed by a 33-year-old female actor. He is in police custody until August 12.
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