Delhi Cabinet clears Private University Bill: What is it all about and what are its key features?
The Delhi Cabinet on Friday approved the Private University Bill and Education Minister Ashish Sood said under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, the Delhi Cabinet approved the Delhi Private University Bill, paving the way for the establishment of private universities in the capital. He said that the for years, it has been observed that students from Delhi travel to other parts of the country or abroad for quality higher education, incurring significant expenses. “Our aim is to ensure that this need for quality education is met within Delhi itself, providing students with better opportunities right here in their own city,” he said.
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Travis Head just beats Alex Carey to win Allan Border Medal, only fifth player to retain prestigious award
Australia all-rounder Travis Head claimed a second consecutive Allan Border Medal during Cricket Australia’s delayed annual awards ceremony in Brisbane. The white-ball opener finished on 153 votes to secure Australian cricket’s highest individual honour, just one vote ahead of teammate Alex Carey. On the other hand, Mitchell Starc ended a close third with 150 votes. Meanwhile, the result made Head only the fifth player to win back-to-back Allan Border Medals.
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‘We are ready to talk’: Hemant Soren invites students for dialogue amid ongoing protest in Ranchi
Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Friday reached out to the protesting Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) aspirants in Ranchi, assuring them that his government is willing to engage in dialogue and introduce meaningful reforms to address their concerns. His remarks come as the protest at Jaipal Singh Stadium continues to gather momentum, with students demanding action over alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations conducted by the JPSC and the JSSC.
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India says govt had no role in Hasina press meet, tells US leaders Parliament will decide FCRA Bill
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday clarified that the Government of India had no involvement in former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s recent press briefing, stressing that the event was organised entirely by a private media entity. Addressing the weekly media briefing in New Delhi, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the government neither facilitated the event nor endorsed any of the views expressed during it, particularly those concerning Bangladesh’s current government. “The government had no role to play in what was an event by a private media entity, and it does not endorse anything said at the forum, especially with regard to the duly constituted government of Bangladesh,” Jaiswal added. The clarification came two days after Hasina’s virtual media interaction drew attention in both India and Bangladesh.
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France submits Rs 3.25 lakh crore proposal for 114 Rafale jets: Why it is a game changer for India
France has submitted its detailed technical and commercial proposal to India for the procurement of 114 Rafale fighter jets, marking a significant step forward in the deal. The proposal includes plans for large-scale local manufacturing and production of the multi-role combat aircraft in India.
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Why churches and Christian organisations in India are against the FCRA Bill | Explained
With various reports suggesting that the Central government is likely to introduce ‘Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act Amendment (FCRA) Bill’ in the Lok Sabha next week, various churches and Christian organisations in India are strongly opposing the FCRA Bill. These churches and Christian organisations in India strongly oppose the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 as they are raising concerns that the proposed legislation targets their institutions and threatens their civil liberties.
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Rajpal Yadav’s Shahjahanpur property faces auction over Rs 16.61 crore bank dues
Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav is facing fresh financial trouble, with Central Bank of India moving towards the auction of a property in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, over outstanding dues of more than Rs 16.61 crore. A notice has been pasted on the property, warning that it could be auctioned online on September 9, 2026, if the dues are not cleared within the stipulated period.
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Rahul Gandhi speaks to protesting students in Jharkhand, assures support over exam irregularities
Congress MP and Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Thursday reached out to students protesting in Jharkhand over alleged irregularities in the JPSC-JSSC recruitment examinations. Speaking to the protesters over a phone call, Gandhi assured them that their concerns would be raised with the state government and expressed support for their demands. The conversation comes amid the continuing agitation by JPSC-JSSC aspirants in Ranchi, where students have been demanding the cancellation of the disputed examination, a fair investigation into the alleged irregularities and comprehensive reforms in the recruitment process.
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From Gen Z protests to reservation and unemployment: Mohan Bhagwat speaks on key issues | Top quotes
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat has called for greater engagement with India’s younger generation, saying Gen Z should not be branded “anti-national” for expressing their views. Addressing an audience in Mumbai, Bhagwat said young people are the country’s future and stressed that dialogue, rather than alienation, is the best way to address their concerns.
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Cabinet clears 135.87 km Guwahati-Tezpur corridor of NH-15 in Assam: All about Rs 8,970 crore project
The Cabinet on Thursday (August 6) approved the development of 135.871 km, four-lane access-controlled Guwahati-Tezpur Corridor of NH-15 in Assam. According to an official statement, the project will be developed on a build-operate-transfer (BOT) Toll Mode at a total cost of Rs 8970.20 crore.
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CM Yogi renames Prayagraj’s Kasari-Masari as Krishnapuri, says area won’t be known for mafia anymore
