THE HEADLINES:-
- Government holds all-party meeting ahead of Monsoon Session of Parliament; Opposition stages symbolic walkout over invitation to NCPI to the meeting.
- Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju seeks cooperation of all parties for smooth running of Parliament.
- Flash floods and landslides hit multiple places in Jammu and Kashmir claiming several lives and damage to property; Rescue operations in full swing; Centre assures of all possible assistance.
- President Droupadi Murmu embarks on a three-nation visit to Moldova, North Macedonia, and Romania.
- In Badminton, PV Sindhu scripts history becoming first Indian to win Japan Open; Clinches Women’s Singles title defeating Japanese shuttler Akane Yamaguchi.
- Football fever peaks worldwide as Argentina and Spain gear up for a showdown in FIFA World Cup final tonight.
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The all-party meeting convened by the government ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament, beginning tomorrow, is underway at the Parliament House Annexe. The meeting is being chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju and Leader of the House in Rajya Sabha JP Nadda,Ministers of State for Parliamentary Affairs Arjun Ram Meghwal and Dr L Murugan are also present in the meeting.
Soon after the meeting began, opposition parties staged a symbolic walkout from it over the participation of Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI). The NCPI is a registered party that has participated in state assembly elections, and recently, several rebel Trinamool Congress MPs have joined it. Talking to media, Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra said, the entire opposition parties including Congress, Samajwadi Party, DMK, JMM, Trinamool Congress, and Aam Aadmi Party have walked out from the meeting. She also alleged that NCPI is not a recognized parliamentary party. Deputy Leader of the Opposition in Rajya Sabha Pramod Tiwari described the walkout as a symbolic boycott against the NCPI being invited to the meeting.
However, after registering their protest, the opposition members are attending the meeting.
Speaking ahead of the meeting, Mr Rijiju urged all political parties to cooperate in ensuring the smooth conduct of the Monsoon Session. He expressed hope that members from both the ruling party and opposition would participate constructively in the legislative business.
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All-party meeting has concluded. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju is addressing the media after conclusion of the meeting.We now take you live to the media briefing.
Several important legislation are scheduled to be taken up for discussion and passage during the Monsoon Session which will continue till the 13th of next month.
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In Jammu and Kashmir, at least four persons, including three women, lost their lives and several others are missing after heavy rainfall triggered landslides and flash floods at multiple places today. The worst affected area is Surankote tehsil of Poonch district, where all deaths have been reported. Rescue teams have been deployed in the area to evacuate stranded residents and provide relief to affected families. A woman was killed after her house collapsed in Noonabandi village, while her husband and three children were rescued with injuries. In Lower Murrah village, a landslide left a family of six missing, with search operations underway. A minor girl drowned in a stream at Marhote village, while the body of an unidentified woman was recovered from a stream near Dhundak Lathoong bridge. Search and rescue operations are underway.
Rajouri town was also hit by flash floods following incessant overnight rainfall, forcing hundreds of residents to move to safer locations as floodwaters inundated several low-lying areas. Overflowing rivers breached their banks, sweeping away or submerging dozens of vehicles and causing extensive damage to public and private property.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha reviewed the Relief and Rescue Operations in Rajouri and Poonch. He directed officials to provide immediate assistance to affected families. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has also expressed grief at the loss of lives and assured that all agencies are engaged in rescue and relief efforts.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke with Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and took stock of the flood situation. Mr Shah assured them of all possible assistance from the Central Government to ensure the safety, and security of those affected.
Meanwhile, the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra remains suspended due to adverse weather conditions in Katra and the Trikuta Hills. The pilgrimage has been temporarily halted as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of devotees.
Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra will also remain suspended from both the Pahalgam and Baltal routes from today as a precautionary measure.
In Ladakh, a flash flood in Sangrah village of Kargil district has led to the closure of the Kargil-Zanskar National Highway and Barsoo Link Road. No loss of life has been reported, though damage to private property and livestock has occurred. The District Administration has advised people to avoid affected routes and remain cautious. Restoration work is underway, with emergency teams deployed to assess and manage the situation.
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast very heavy rainfall over Sub Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, and Uttarakhand today. Parts of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Muzaffarabad and Uttar Pradesh are also expected to receive heavy rainfall during the day. According to the Met Department moderate to heavy rainfall is also likely today in parts of Delhi, Haryana, Chandigarh, Coastal Karnataka, East Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Jharkhand, Kerala, Mahe, Konkan, Goa, Odisha and some places over North-east India.
President Droupadi Murmu embarked on a three-nation visit to Moldova, North Macedonia, and Romania today. The visit to the three European countries is expected to provide fresh momentum to India’s bilateral ties with the three countries, with a focus on expanding cooperation in trade, investment, technology, innovation, education and people-to-people exchanges. We have a report:
“On the first leg of her visit the President will reach Moldova tomorrow, where she will meet and hold delegation level talks with her Moldovan counterpart, Maia Sandu. President Murmu will also meet the President of the Parliament of Moldova, Igor Grosu and will interact with members of the Moldova-India Parliamentary Friendship Group. Further, the President will address a Business Forum and interact with the members of the Indian Community. This is the first ever visit by an Indian President to Moldova. After concluding her visit to Moldova, the President in the second leg of her visit, will reach North Macedonia on tuesday. This will also be the first ever visit by an Indian President to North Macedonia. During the visit, the President will hold bilateral talks with her counterpart Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova, and also meet the Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski, and the President of the Assembly. The President is also scheduled to address the Assembly of North Macedonia. Further, the President will address India-North Macedonia Business Forum. On the Final leg of her visit, President Murmu will reach Romania on thursday. WITH SAKLEN’s REPORT, THIS IS SAIRA MUJTABA, AKASHVANI NEWS, DELHI.”
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President of Zanzibar and Chairman of the Revolutionary Council, Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi met Vice President C P Radhakrishnan in New Delhi today. Zanzibar is the semi-autonomous region of Tanzania. It has its own Constitution, President, House of Representatives and Flag. During their meeting, they reviewed the full spectrum of India-Tanzania relations and explored new avenues for future collaboration. External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar also called on President Mwinyi this morning. The Zanzibar President is currently on a four-day official visit to India at the invitation of the Vice President C P Radhakrishnan. He is accompanied by his spouse and a high-level delegation comprising of Ministers and senior officials.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi today shared an article by Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman which highlights how traditional Indian craftsmanship can drive economic growth through innovation and global partnerships. In a social media post, Mr Modi said, the ‘One District, One Product’ initiative is helping local crafts gain market access, create sustainable livelihoods, preserve heritage and strengthen the country’s global competitiveness.
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In a stern warning amid rising concerns over manipulated documents, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued a strong advisory to students and parents regarding the submission of OMR sheets for scrutiny. The agency revealed that many OMR sheets recently submitted for review have turned out to be fake or artificially generated, prompting closer monitoring of all complaints. The NTA cautioned that submitting counterfeit or Artificial Intelligence‑generated OMR sheets could lead to serious legal consequences for the complainants.
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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has declared the results of the Class X Second Board Examination, 2026. Students can access their results through Digi Locker Results Portal at the URL: results.digilocker.gov.in.
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Birth anniversary of great revolutionary and freedom fighter Mangal Pandey is being observed today. Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his message said, Mangal Pandey’s saga of patriotism and valour will continue to inspire generations. Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also paid tributes to the great freedom fighter.
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Kuwait today said that the country is under Iranian missile and drone attack. The country’s army said in a statement that its air defences had been activated following the sinful Iranian aggression. Tehran’s attack comes in response of US launched airstrikes earlier this morning targeting Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard to retaliate for the killing of American troops in Jordan yesterday. This further widens the crossfire between the nations as they fight over Strait of Hormuz.
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In Badminton, star Indian shuttler and two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu scripted history becoming the first Indian to win the prestigious Japan Open. She clinched the Women’s Singles title in Tokyo today, defeating local favourite and the three-time world champion Akane Yamaguchi in straight games 21-17, 21-17. With the win Sindhu ended a title drought of more than two years.
Sindhu’s previous title came at the Syed Modi International in 2024. The triumph is her biggest title since winning the World Championships in 2019.
The Indian shuttler entered the final after her opponent and World Number 4, Chen Yu Fei of China retired during the second set of the match yesterday.
Sports Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya congratulated PV Sindhu on the historic triumph. In a social media post, Dr Mandaviya said, the entire nation is proud of her.
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Football fever has gripped fans across the globe as defending champions Argentina and European powerhouse Spain prepare for a thrilling showdown in the FIFA World Cup final at the New York-New Jersey Stadium tonight. The title clash is scheduled to kick off at 12:30 AM Indian Standard Time. The two football giants will battle it out for the coveted trophy in a high-voltage clash that promises excitement, drama and unforgettable moments. Both teams have produced impressive performances throughout the tournament and will now battle for football’s biggest prize. Last night, England secured Bronze medal after defeating France 6-4 in a thrilling third place match at Miami Stadium.
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In Cricket, the series-deciding third ODI between India and England will be played today at Lord’s in London. The match is scheduled to begin at 3:30 PM Indian Standard Time. The series is levelled, 1-1.
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THE HEADLINES ONCE AGAIN:-
- Government holds all-party meeting ahead of Monsoon Session of Parliament; Opposition stages symbolic walkout over invitation to NCPI to the meeting.
- Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju seeks cooperation of all parties for smooth running of Parliament.
- Flash floods and landslides hit multiple places in Jammu and Kashmir claiming several lives and damage to property; Rescue operations in full swing; Centre assures of all possible assistance.
- President Droupadi Murmu embarks on a three-nation visit to Moldova, North Macedonia, and Romania.
- In Badminton, PV Sindhu scripts history becoming first Indian to win Japan Open; Clinches Women’s Singles title defeating Japanese shuttler Akane Yamaguchi.
- Football fever peaks worldwide as Argentina and Spain gear up for a showdown in FIFA World Cup final tonight.
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