🚨 Wedding caterer files police complaint over unpaid bill

A caterer has approached the police regarding an outstanding bill of Rs 2.82 lakh from the wedding of Raja Raghuvanshi and Sonam Raghuvanshi. This incident involves the wedding that took place in Indore, with the dispute arising over a contract from the May 2025 wedding. The caterer claims repeated attempts to get payment from both families failed, despite sending a legal notice on April 1. However, police classified the matter as a civil dispute and declined to take action. The high-profile murder trial for Raja Raghuvanshi continues alongside this financial disagreement. 💔

🕷️ Spider-Man: Brand New Day keeps strong box office run

Spider-Man: Brand New Day maintained strong collections, grossing Rs. 23.50 crore on Tuesday at the Indian box office. The film, starring Tom Holland, has now reached a six-day running total of Rs. 347.50 crore approx. The first week is projected to hit around Rs. 380 crore, while the second weekend rebound will be key for the full run. The movie is poised to become an all-time blockbuster and might hit 2 crore footfalls. 🎬

✈️ EVA Air is bringing back Taipei to Delhi flights

EVA Air has scheduled the resumption of passenger service between Taipei Taoyuan and Delhi for the Northern winter 2026/27 season. The carrier plans to operate this route using Airbus A330-300 aircraft, starting with the first flight on December 1, 2026. There will be five weekly flights scheduled for this service. Previously, EVA Air operated weekly flights between Taipei Taoyuan and Mumbai from December 2006 to May 2008. Reservations are coming soon, contingent upon necessary government approval. ✈️

🚨 Kerala land protest wounds resurface after court verdict

The Muthanga land agitation issue has been brought back into the spotlight following a recent court judgment. This involved the Kalpetta Principal Sessions Court addressing the murder case of constable K.V. Vinod in Wayanad, Kerala. The court acquitted some accused on July 31, but convicted M. Geethanandan and others to five years' imprisonment. Adivasi groups highlight that Jogi's death, which occurred during the 2003 protest, lacks proper investigation. They plan protests starting August 9 to demand justice for past human rights violations. ✊

✊ CJP Dipke: Not starting a party, just a pressure group

CJP Dipke has clarified that his group will not be launching a political party. Instead, they plan to function purely as a pressure group to influence policy. This statement was made by Dipke himself. The movement aims to create significant pressure on existing political structures regarding certain issues. Future actions will focus on advocacy and public mobilization rather than electoral politics.

🚢 Trump hints at Hormuz Strait deal soon

US President Donald Trump suggested a deal regarding the Strait of Hormuz could happen as early as Wednesday or Thursday. This potential agreement involves Iran and Oman working towards reopening the critical waterway following regional tensions. Reports indicate that this deal would allow ships to use an Iranian route in, and an Omani route out, of the Persian Gulf. Progress is being made, which has caused Brent crude oil prices to slip by 1.2% to $78.43 per barrel. Further negotiations are ongoing, with talks potentially linking to lifting the US blockade on Iranian ports. 🚢

📺 LG drops huge new AI TVs in India 📺

LG has launched its massive 2026 AI TV lineup featuring 25 ultra-large models across various technologies. This collection includes its biggest 115-inch QNED Mini LED TV for the Indian market. Prices for the Smart AI TV range start at Rs. 19,990, while the flagship 100-inch model reaches Rs. 12,99,990. The new TVs run on webOS 26 with Gemini integration, supporting personalized features and cloud gaming. LG promises five years of webOS updates through its Re:New program.

🏛️ SC tells police to chill during student protests

The Supreme Court observed that law enforcement agencies must exercise restraint during student protests. This came during a hearing regarding the CJP's alleged role in violence during the NEET-UG protest march in Delhi. On July 20, the protest was marred by clashes, injuring over 65 protesters and 200 police personnel. The CJI stressed that violent responses could worsen the situation, emphasizing listening to the students' concerns. The court is keeping an eye on the situation while judicial proceedings continue. 😟

🇮🇳 Modi marks 7 years of J&K, Ladakh change

Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the seventh anniversary of the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35(A) on Wednesday. This constitutional change affected Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, ushering in a new chapter for both regions. Since August 5, 2019, infrastructure and opportunities in education and healthcare have expanded significantly. The move has empowered marginalized communities by ensuring the full application of the Indian Constitution. The Centre reaffirms its commitment to the development of J&K and Ladakh for a Viksit Bharat. 🇮🇳

🏛️ Madras High Court on rising contempt issues

The Madras High Court expressed dismay over the frequent non-compliance with court orders, noting the increase in contempt petitions. Justice G.R. Swaminathan highlighted that compliance was once the norm, unlike the current situation. This observation was made while issuing a notice to IAS officers S.P. Amrith and Krishna Unni. The petition concerned the alleged disobedience of an interim stay granted on May 29, 2026, regarding a transfer. The judge expressed displeasure over the officials' casual conduct during the hearing. 😠

📚 UGC NET June 2026 Answer Key coming soon

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the provisional answer key for the UGC NET June 2026 soon on ugcnet.nta.nic.in. The NET exams were held on various dates in June and a retest on July 5, 2026. Candidates can review responses and challenge answers for a fee of Rs 200 if discrepancies are found. This test determines eligibility for JRF, Assistant Professor roles, and PhD admission in Indian universities. Meanwhile, NTA has issued a Rs 7.5 crore security tender after the NEET UG 2026 paper leak controversy.