Jharkhand CM said that the government is sensitive to students’ concerns and assured them of Justice. (ANI screengrab)
Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Tuesday said the government is closely monitoring the ongoing investigation into alleged irregularities in exams and student concerns. Soren said the government would soon share its findings with the public. Calling the government “sensitive” to the issue, Soren said students’ legitimate concerns would be addressed and assured that they would get justice.
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Air India Phuket-Delhi flight hits turbulence, 12 people onboard sustain injuries
Air India confirmed that flight AI2379, operating from Phuket to Delhi on August 4, experienced a brief turbulence-related event during cruise, causing a momentary change in altitude. The aircraft landed safely in Delhi, with no serious injuries reported. A small number of passengers and crew members with minor injuries were taken for precautionary medical assessment. “There have been no serious injuries as of now. A small number of passengers and crew members with minor injuries requiring medical assessment have been taken to a medical facility at the airport for precautionary examination and care by Air India’s airport team and medical personnel. The safety and well-being of our passengers and crew remain Air India’s highest priority. We are providing all necessary support to those affected and are cooperating fully with the relevant authorities as part of the investigation,” said an Air India spokesperson.
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Kejriwal leads march to PM’s residence in protest against E20 fuel
AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal, along with other party leaders, led a march towards the Prime Minister’s residence in protest against the E20 fuel. Kejriwal called on PM Modi to stop buying ethanol from the United States and said the party had sought a meeting with the Prime Minister.
“I want to say that PM Modi should not come under pressure from US President Trump. He should stop buying ethanol from the USA and stop imposing E20 on our country. I hope that the Prime Minister will call us. We have sent a message to the Prime Minister saying that we want to meet him. The struggle will continue,” he said.
‘Will fight it legally’, says Udhayanidhi Stalin after being arrested
Udhayanidhi Stalin’s arrest – over allegedly vulgar comments about a popular actress – has led to a showdown between Tamil Nadu’s ruling TVK and the opposition Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam. Stalin junior, a former deputy chief minister and the son of party boss MK Stalin, made the comments during a protest rally – on the Cauvery water-sharing row – in Thanjavur.
Two firefighters killed in Noida chip factory fire
A massive fire broke out late Monday night at the ILGIM electronic chip manufacturing unit in Noida’s Ecotech-3 industrial area, killing two firefighters and injuring three others. At least six fire brigade vehicles were rushed to the scene. The cause of the fire is under investigation, and the full extent of the damage to the facility — which manufactures electronic components — is yet to be assessed.
Supreme Court: Drop NEET protest FIRs except for those booked for serious crimes
The Supreme Court has directed police across states to withdraw FIRs registered against NEET paper leak protesters, with the exception of those who were booked for graver offences — giving judicial weight to the government’s political assurances and adding pressure on states like Gujarat, which had only one FIR to begin with.
Siddhivinayak trust asked to explain Rs 18 crore annual shortfall
The Siddhivinayak Temple Trust in Mumbai has been asked to explain an apparent Rs 18 crore annual shortfall in its accounts — a development that comes against the backdrop of the Ram Temple donation scandal in Ayodhya and raises broader questions about financial oversight at major religious institutions across India.
FSSAI tells Dabur to stop using ‘100% natural’ labels on honey, ghee
India’s food safety regulator has directed Dabur to discontinue the use of “100% natural” and “pure” labels on several of its products, including honey and ghee — a ruling that sets a significant precedent for how food companies can market their products and what claims they can make to consumers.
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