'Avoid unruly behaviour': CM Yogi says anti-social elements 'tarnishing' Kanwar Yatra

Addressing a function in Shamli district after inaugurating and laying the foundation stone for several development projects, CM Yogi said the state government was ensuring full security and all necessary arrangements for Kanwar pilgrims. "Today, no one stops the Kanwar Yatra. It is progressing peacefully and with enthusiasm. The government stands with the kanwariyas, and the administration and security forces are serving them," he was quoted as saying by news agency PTI.

Delhi Police has denied permission for a proposed march to Parliament on July 20. Prohibitory orders are in effect across the New Delhi district, banning assemblies. Unauthorized gatherings will face legal action under new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita provisions. The Delhi High Court previously upheld the Centre's intervention in Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike. Authorities urge public cooperation to ensure security during the upcoming Parliament session.

Congress MP Manish Tewari advocates for a new anti-defection law.He believes the Lok Sabha composition no longer reflects the 2024 voter mandate.Recent party splits have weakened Indian democracy and opportunistic politics are prevalent.TMC and Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs have switched allegiance to the ruling NDA.Tewari stresses the need to address these developments during the upcoming Parliament session.

Gitanjali J Angmo will lead a march to Parliament representing her husband, Sonam Wangchuk. Wangchuk continues his indefinite hunger strike from Safdarjung Hospital after being moved there. The Delhi High Court declined to order his immediate transfer to a private facility. Angmo urged protesters to maintain peace and remain vigilant against disruptions. Security has been heightened across New Delhi ahead of the planned march.

Trinamool Congress leader Derek O'Brien urged Prime Minister Modi to convene an all-party meeting. He expressed concerns over proposed delimitation legislation and the Foreign Contribution Amendment bill. O'Brien described these measures as 'draconian' and 'cowboy legislation' in his letter. The opposition fears the delimitation exercise could reduce southern states' parliamentary representation. The Foreign Contribution Amendment bill may tighten government oversight of charitable organizations

The Nationalist Citizens Party of India attended an all-party meeting ahead of the Monsoon Session. Opposition parties staged a symbolic walkout to protest the invitation extended to NCPI leaders. NCPI leaders defended their party's recognition by the Election Commission and its MPs' presence. They stated that the Lok Sabha Speaker would clarify seating arrangements and disqualification matters. The government defended inviting the NCPI as they had requested recognition.

Union minister Kiren Rijiju defended inviting the Nationalist Citizens Party of India to an all-party meeting. Opposition parties staged a symbolic walkout protesting the invitation to rebel Trinamool Congress MPs. Rijiju stated the government followed parliamentary norms and could not ignore the party's recognition request. Eight bills are listed for the upcoming Monsoon Session, which begins Monday. All parties have the right to express views and cooperate for the nation.

Announcing the approval, the chief minister said the proposed legislation was aimed at guaranteeing equal rights for every citizen, irrespective of religion, and congratulated his Cabinet colleagues for unanimously backing the Bill. "Today, the Madhya Pradesh Cabinet has wholeheartedly and unanimously approved the Uniform Civil Code Bill, 2026. I wish to extend my congratulations to my esteemed Cabinet colleagues and to all of you," he said.

Parliament's Monsoon Session begins Monday with a packed legislative agenda. The government aims to pass the Women's Reservation Bill after its earlier defeat. Opposition parties face electoral losses and alliance collapses, altering parliamentary arithmetic. Several key bills are listed, including the FCRA and Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan. The government hopes to secure passage with adjusted strategies and potential support.

Demanding a probe into financial affairs of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, both the leaders said that the "findings and the Trust's accounts should be made public so that every devotee knows how their offerings have been utilised". ​Ahead of the Monoon Session of the Parliament, the leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, and the Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge, urged PM to "immediately order an independent and comprehensive investigation.

More than 50 families living near Abdullah Bridge were forced to leave their homes after floodwaters flooded the settlement. Another locality near Tariq Bridge was also affected, prompting police to respond to distress calls and help residents move to safer places away from the riverbanks. Rescue and relief teams, assisted by the district administration, were deployed to evacuate affected families and assess the damage.

Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 rocket successfully launched into low Earth orbit on Saturday.This historic mission placed six payloads into their targeted orbit successfully.India now becomes the third nation with private orbital launch capability.The Hyderabad-based startup achieved this significant milestone on its first attempt.This launch signifies a new era for private Indian space industry operations.

Two parliamentary committees have postponed approving their reports on significant legislation. This development occurs as the government seeks opposition support for other political proposals. The anti-graft bill and higher education regulator bills face widespread protest. Both bills may not be presented during the current parliamentary session. Congress criticizes the government's handling of these controversial legislative matters.

Medical colleges now decide faculty appointments and promotions independently. The National Medical Commission has ended routine eligibility clearances for these positions. This change aims to improve institutional accountability and reduce unnecessary referrals. Applicants dissatisfied with decisions can seek a review within thirty days. The regulator will now focus on exceptional cases involving regulatory ambiguity.

Skyroot Aerospace successfully launched India's first privately developed orbital-class rocket, Vikram-1. This historic flight reached low Earth orbit and deployed six payloads for various applications. The launch signifies a major step for India's private space sector and its global market aspirations. Other Indian space startups are expected to accelerate their orbital rocket programs following this success.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted India's strong defence preparedness and self-reliance.Advanced systems like Akash Teer and BrahMos were effectively used during Operation Sindoor.Defence industrial corridors in UP and Tamil Nadu are fostering indigenous manufacturing and global integration.Positive indigenisation lists and a new Defence Acquisition Procedure are accelerating domestic production.Seventy-five percent of the defence modernisation budget now supports Indian industries.