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The government told the Supreme Court on Monday that gender self-identification could make 169 statutory provisions unworkable. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta said, "I must point out that at least 169 statutory provisions across different laws will become unworkable." The court will hear the matter again on August 17 to protect rights.
BJP leader Ravneet Singh Bittu on Monday flagged infrastructure gaps in two Ludhiana government schools. He found students sitting in corridors and overcrowded classrooms during his visit. Bittu said, "The ground reality is completely different." He alleged that the government ignored basic needs while launching new schemes to divert public attention.
Kerala rain deaths rose to 15 on Monday, with seven people still missing. Chief minister V.D. Satheesan said, "So far, 15 people have died, with another seven people missing." Rescue teams used boats and helicopters to move 11,018 people to relief camps as floodwaters started receding in many affected areas.
The Supreme Court on Monday urged the Enforcement Directorate to consider releasing funds from three frozen Trinamool Congress bank accounts. The bench suggested that the party needs money for daily expenses and legal costs. “We have suggested both sides that some amount can be released,” the court said, listing the matter.
The Supreme Court issued notices to the Centre and Delhi government regarding a plea to find an alternative protest site for Jantar Mantar. The bench said, “I think this is important.” The petition argued that protests at Jantar Mantar block essential services and cause public hardship for local residents.
The government announced a relief package for flood-hit Palghar and Vasai-Virar after heavy July rains caused severe damage. Families get up to ₹1.50 lakh for destroyed homes, while farmers and fishermen also get aid. The Palghar collectorate asked citizens to update bank details so officials can transfer money directly after verification.
The Godavari flood receded, but it left behind weak river embankments across the delta. Irrigation engineers identified several vulnerable stretches that need urgent strengthening to protect villages and farmland. Officials said the recent flood served as a stress test, revealing critical points that pose a serious threat if left unattended.
The High Court revoked the ‘private forest’ status of several land parcels on July 23. Justices Bharati Dangre and Manjusha Deshpande said the state government ignored Supreme Court rulings from 2014 and 2025. The court noted, “The state continued with its obstinacy even today,” regarding mandatory notices for land acquisition.
Himanta Sarma visited flood-hit areas in Nazira, Mahmora, and Sonari on Monday to assess damage. He said government officials would start visiting households from August 9 to check losses. The compensation process will follow this assessment. He also promised health camps and help for farmers to restart their agricultural work.
The Ministry of External Affairs said on Monday that Vishwesh Negi is appointed as India’s next ambassador to Iran. Negi is a 2002 batch IFS officer and currently a joint secretary in the ministry. He is expected to take up the assignment shortly as India continues to push for regional peace.
The demand for a CBI probe into the devastating floods in four Upper Assam districts intensified on Monday. The Krishak Mukti Sangram Samiti called the disaster man-made, blaming illegal mining for the destruction. "We are seeking a CBI inquiry to know the causes, to find those responsible and to fix accountability."
Rohtash Chaudhary performed 847 push-ups with a 60 lb pack at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi. The 41-year-old Delhi resident broke the previous Guinness record set in 2023. "I feel truly blessed," he said. After a serious back injury in 2007, he used exercise to rebuild his life’s mission.