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Sheikh Hasina will make her first public appearance in India on Wednesday, August 5. She plans to return to Bangladesh this December despite facing a death sentence. Regarding her return, she said, “Still, I have to go.” Many political figures will join her at this New Delhi media event.
Sheikh Hasina will hold a press conference in New Delhi on August 5, 2026. She plans to address the media virtually to discuss her vision for Bangladesh. Her son Sajeeb Wazed Joy and former minister Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury Nowfel will also join. This event marks two years since she reached India.
Students protesting JPSC and JSSC exam irregularities have held an indefinite sit-in at a stadium since July 29. They demand a CBI probe into recruitment tests, citing paper leaks and corruption. "We have completely lost faith in the ongoing CID probe," said Kranti, demanding fair opportunities for all aspirants.
The results for bypolls in Bankipur, Datia, and Manjalpur will be declared on Monday. Voting for these three seats took place on July 30. All eyes are on the prestige battles in Bihar and Madhya Pradesh. Prashant Kishor and Ashutosh Tiwari are key figures in this closely watched political contest.
National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Sunday questioned how terrorists entered Jammu and Kashmir despite sealed borders. He demanded a probe into the recent killing of two Chhattisgarh labourers. "If terrorism has ended, then who is killing the people," he asked. The attack marks a major security concern for officials.
Independent MP Pappu Yadav got hit with a slipper at his home on Sunday. A man threw it while Yadav defended a Friday skit about Ram temple donations. Yadav said, "It was an attempt on my life." Police identified the attacker as Sumit, who now faces a probe for this incident.
Vigilantism is a growing threat and a blot on India's democracy. Many citizens take the law into their own hands because they feel the justice system fails them. Political scientist Regina Bateson said, "vigilantism is the extra-legal prevention, investigation, or punishment of offences." This trend continues to undermine public trust.
The Indian Youth Congress helpline launched on July 27, 2026, got over 3,000 calls from student protesters. IYC president Uday Bhanu Chib said, "If any student faces legal action, the Youth Congress and the Congress party will stand with them." Many callers sought help after police used surveillance tools against them.
Tamil Nadu minister R Nirmal Kumar alleged on Sunday that Karnataka leader D K Shivakumar takes political cues from M K Stalin instead of Congress bosses. He said, "D K Shivakumar does not listen even to the Congress leadership. He listens only to M K Stalin." This intensified the Cauvery dispute.
Rahul Gandhi started a nationwide campaign called "Chhatron Ki Goonj" to highlight student concerns. On Sunday, Rajendra Pal Gautam said the party wants to safeguard student rights. Many aspirants face disappointment due to paper leaks. A programme will be held in Prayagraj on August 8 to discuss fairness in competitive examinations.
Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday said lawmakers should raise every issue concerning public interest during the monsoon session starting Monday. He asked members from all parties to engage in healthy debate and ensure smooth functioning of the House. The meeting took place at the Vidhan Bhavan in Lucknow.
Telangana Congress leaders used the 19th American Telugu Association convention in Baltimore to seek NRI support for Rahul Gandhi and the state government. Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka said, "The Congress government was pursuing welfare and development as its twin pillars." They also shared plans for a trillion-dollar economy.