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United States President Donald Trump said talks with Iran will happen today, August 3, 2026. He got requests from Middle East allies to avoid new strikes. "They said we would much prefer a deal as opposed to an attack," he said. Many worry the long conflict causes severe economic costs.
Colorectal cancer is now India's fourth most common cancer, according to GLOBOCAN 2024 data. With 83,577 new cases recorded in 2024, it moved up from sixth place in 2022. Dr Vinayak Maka said, "Colorectal cancer is rising in India largely because of changing lifestyle." Experts blame poor diets and inactivity.
Ujjwal Nikam flagged the delay in acquittal appeals and sought timely justice. He said, “The criminal justice system has two supporting pillars-- a fair trial and timely justice.” With over seven lakh criminal appeals pending in high courts as of March 25, 2025, many cases remain unheard for too long.
The Supreme Court on Monday ordered the Centre to ensure encroachment-free pedestrian zones on all roads. The bench said, “Without any big investment and construction, just ensure that proper demarcation is done of walkers' space.” This directive follows a June 19 verdict declaring the right to walk a fundamental right.
Reliance Foundation on August 3 announced a contribution of Rs 21 crore to the Assam Chief Minister's Relief Fund. Nita M Ambani said, "Our thoughts, prayers, and deepest solidarity are with the people of Assam." The foundation started relief work in Sivasagar and Charaideo to help 50,000 affected people.
Ashok Ganguly, R Gopalakrishnan and Rakesh Mohan said the gap between promise and delivery in India is becoming too wide. They noted that institutional weaknesses and over-promising hurt the youth. Leaders must listen with empathy to solve these problems, as progress is not always linear for our growing nation.
The opposition intensified protests in Parliament, demanding statements from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah regarding the July 20 Jantar Mantar violence and Ram Mandir donation theft. Congress leader Pramod Tiwari said, "The deadlock in the Lok Sabha will continue unless the government agrees to a discussion."
The Supreme Court ruled that IBC moratoriums apply only to corporate debtors, not promoters or directors. Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta said proceedings against promoters can continue independently. Anuradha Bhansali said, "The judgment sends a clear message that homebuyers are not left remediless merely because a developer entity entered CIRP."
The Supreme Court on Monday fixed August 17 for the final hearing on the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026. Petitioners said the new law caused many issues with ID cards, passports, and hormone therapy. The court expressed concern for those who already got their identity cards earlier.
Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke said on Monday that he does not support Pralhad Joshi as the new education minister. Dipke said, "He was seen garlanding the rapists of Bilkis Bano." The group also demanded one crore rupees as compensation for families of students who died by suicide.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat campaign on August 2, 2026. Over one crore young people joined this 100-week drive across 28,000 locations. Mr. Modi said, "We must protect every young person from falling into the trap." The initiative uses sports and meditation to fight drugs.
The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Calcutta High Court to hear Abhishek Banerjee's foreign travel plea within a week. The Diamond Harbour MP wants to travel abroad for eye treatment. The bench said, "We, therefore, request the high court to look into that application," regarding his pending medical travel request.