📊 Bengal BJP hits 100 days, asks voters for feedback

The BJP government in West Bengal is launching a statewide outreach drive to present its 100-day report card to the public. This effort, finalized near Kolkata on Monday, aims to reach at least four crore voters over the next seven to 10 days. Workers are distributing a 41-page booklet detailing policy changes and comparing them to manifesto promises. Key achievements highlighted include Ayushman Bharat implementation and the Annapurna Yojana benefiting over one crore women. The party views this as an initial step, with the real test being long-term implementation and visible change.

🚨 NIA issues warrant for Pakistan terror handler in Jammu

A non-bailable warrant has been issued by an NIA court in Jammu against Pakistan-based terror handler Mohammad Yaqoob and two others. The accused is linked to a terror conspiracy involving planned attacks on civilians and security forces across the Kashmir Valley. The case began after the recovery of a Chinese grenade and 15 live cartridges in Srinagar earlier this year. Evidence suggested Yaqoob directed arrested terrorists to carry out targeted killings and strikes against security personnel. Investigations are still underway to map out the entire network and its financial connections. 🚨

🏛️ Stolen ancient idol returns after 70 years

A stolen bronze idol of Thirumangai Alwar has finally been recovered and returned to the temple. This happened after the Tamil Nadu Police traced the statue to the Ashmolean Museum in the United Kingdom. The theft was reported on February 12, 2020, concerning four idols stolen between 1957 and 1967. Scientific evidence proved the idols were smuggled, leading the university to agree on repatriation in 2024. The idol was presented to CM C. Joseph Vijay on Monday before being returned to the temple.

🛡️ Education Ministry amps up security against paper leaks

The Education Ministry has introduced new measures to stop question paper leaks across exams. Pralhad Joshi directed these changes following a meeting with NTA regarding exam security. A four-tier checking system is being implemented, alongside inducting 20-25 new officials within the next few weeks. This is part of efforts following the NEET-UG 2026 scandal where leaks were traced to NTA insiders. The government is strengthening security to ensure smoother and more transparent examinations moving forward. 📚

🔥 Govt boosts PNG gas scheme for households

The government has approved an incentive scheme to fast-track domestic piped natural gas (PNG) connections across India. This initiative targets City Gas Distribution (CGD) companies to expand networks and activate inactive connections nationwide. The scheme will start on September 1, 2026, and is implemented in two six-month phases. This could cut the investment payback period for PNG from about 10 years down to almost three years. PNG is promoted as a cleaner, safer alternative to traditional cooking fuels. 💨

📉 Gold and silver slip amid AI selloff, rate worries

Spot gold and silver prices dropped sharply on Tuesday due to high global bond yields and renewed AI equity selloffs. This movement occurred in the U.S. market while lingering Strait of Hormuz risk was also a factor. Spot gold traded near $4,338.10 an ounce, down 1.76%, and spot silver was at $63.370, down 3.49%. The market is currently caught between softer US data and expectations for higher-for-longer interest rates. Traders are now focused on the Fed’s July meeting minutes on Wednesday for more clarity. 📉

💰 PM Cares spent minimal funds in 2024-25

PM CARES utilized only Rs 88 lakh out of its massive Rs 8452 crore budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year. This significant portion of the funds was placed into Fixed Deposits (FDs) for security. The remaining balance remains untouched as of the recent reporting period. This strategy reflects a conservative approach to managing the substantial corpus. Future utilization of these funds will depend on evolving national priorities and needs.

🏘️ Govt urged to fix Navluru land issue for 33 owners

The Centre for Liberty asked the State Government and APCRDA to solve a land dispute impacting 33 plot owners in Navluru village. The issue involves lands originally assigned to farmers during the British period, recorded as tank Poramboke in 1907. In 2017, the Guntur District Collector alienated these lands to APCRDA for road construction. This has led to ongoing legal battles, despite an assurance from the Collector. Revenue officials mention considering alternative land allotments for the affected owners.

🛑 Anti-corruption site bribes.fyi shuts down

The anti-corruption website bribes.fyi has officially shut down its operations for good. The platform, which aimed to expose corruption, ceased its service in the recent past. No specific numbers or dates were provided regarding the shutdown timeline. The site stated that it would be deleting all of its stored data permanently. Users are advised that access to the platform and its archives will no longer be possible going forward.

💨 Incense is the biggest indoor air polluter

Ohio eighth-grader Archishman Dey conducted a science project to check indoor PM2.5 pollution from five household sources. He tested an air fryer, candle, humidifier, gas, and incense in Solon, Ohio. Incense sticks produced the highest average PM2.5 concentration at 76.27 micrograms per cubic metre on the recorded date. This highlights that everyday activities can quietly introduce harmful, invisible particles into our homes. Dey suggests simple fixes like opening windows to improve indoor air quality.

🇨🇳 China's new law targets critics globally 🇨🇳

China implemented its Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress on July 1, turning Xi Jinping's doctrine into binding law. This law allows the government to pursue legal action against individuals and organizations outside Chinese territory who 'undermine ethnic unity.' The provision asserts that Chinese authority follows critics across oceans, impacting diaspora communities in places like Canada. Unlike Western laws, the offense is vaguely defined as a political judgment, enabling export of censorship. The response requires host governments to deny the law's effect and treat enforcement as the crime it is. 😟