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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.
Jan Suraaj chief Prashant Kishor secured his maiden electoral victory in Bankipur on Monday, August 4. He won by 19,324 votes, ending the BJP’s hold on the seat since 1995. Kishor, a former poll strategist, used the BJP’s overconfidence to his advantage, giving his new party its first historic win.
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar assured Congress leaders excluded from Monday’s Cabinet expansion that they would get appropriate responsibilities. He urged dissatisfied members to remain patient after twenty new ministers took the oath. Shivakumar said, "Everybody has aspirations, but I assure you that everyone will be given appropriate responsibilities."
A study by the Peace Research Institute Oslo found that direct inter-State conflicts doubled from two in 2023 to eight in 2025. This is the highest number since 1946. These wars are growing at an alarming rate, proving to be intractable as humanity moves away from a stable global order.