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The Maharashtra government decided to introduce lessons on drug de-addiction in the school curriculum to tackle substance abuse. During a review meeting on Monday, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis asked officials to start anti-drug awareness modules. Schools will also get counselling committees to protect students from drug-related threats and cyber fraud.
Akhilesh Yadav will lead a mega Brahmin outreach event in Lucknow today. The Samajwadi Party organised this conference to broaden its appeal before the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. Over 20,000 people are expected to attend. The party hopes to gain support beyond its core base through this strategic move.
Tamil Nadu faces water-sharing problems only when the Congress is in power in Karnataka, said BJP state president Nainar Nagenthran on Monday. He said, "The Karnataka government certainly cannot build a dam across Cauvery at Mekedatu." Nagenthran urged Congress ministers to ensure the state gets its due Cauvery water share.
Kodagu district is disappointed after missing out on a cabinet berth again. Madikeri MLA Dr Mantar Gowda said, "Kodagu district was in dire need of a ministerial berth and the district was confident of getting one." Many local groups feel the state government continues to neglect the region’s political needs.
Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Monday defended B Nagendra's inclusion in the cabinet despite a case against him. Responding to critics, Shivakumar said, "Though there were cases against me, didn't my party make me the CM?" He also directed all ministers to start their work immediately and dismissed reports of internal differences.
Udhayanidhi Stalin is facing backlash after a viral video from a Thanjavur protest showed him making a comment about actor Trisha. TVK MLA Rhevanth Charan slammed the remark, saying, "Absolutely disgusting. Passing such disgraceful comments against anyone is completely unacceptable." The BJP also condemned the leader for his vulgar words.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel is investing heavily in India ties and enjoys tremendous support there. He noted that he has overwhelming support on social media from the country. Netanyahu also described Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a personal friend, highlighting the warm rapport between the two global leaders.
A group of 25 US states moved a court on Monday against President Donald Trump’s decision to impose tariffs on 60 countries, including India. The states said these taxes will raise costs for families. "The American people cannot and should not shoulder the extra costs," said New York Attorney General.
The Karnataka government on Monday defended its cabinet expansion by showing a detailed community-wise break-up of posts. Officials said the ministry was structured to reflect social diversity. Leaders from SC, ST, OBC and minority groups got 23 of 38 key positions, while Lingayats and Vokkaligas also kept many important ministerial berths.
The Supreme Court on Monday (August 3, 2026) told the Centre that new laws cannot take away transgender rights already given. Justice Joymalya Bagchi said, “Even if t change in legislation, the rights conferred or accrued must remain the same.” The court protected existing transgender identity cards from invalidation.
Bangladesh adviser Humaiun Kobir told Indian official Trivedi that Sheikh Hasina’s upcoming event could hit positive momentum in ties. Hasina plans a virtual news conference on August 5, two years after she fled. Bangladesh expects India’s cooperation to ensure no individual uses Indian territory to conduct activities destabilising the situation.
The Gujarat government ordered the withdrawal of all criminal cases against participants of the NEET-UG paper leak protests. In a July 31 communication, the State Home Department told police to stop legal action. This move follows a Supreme Court judgment that allowed states to close FIRs against student protesters.