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The Union government is expected to introduce the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha next week. This bill, introduced on March 25, aims to improve transparency for foreign funds. It also sets new rules for managing assets if an organization loses its official registration certificate soon.
Exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen landed in Kolkata on Friday, 18 years after she was forced to leave the city. "I am feeling very happy. Thank you all," she said. The 63-year-old writer arrived for a two-day event. She previously left in 2007 following protests over her controversial writings.
Ludhiana MP Amrinder Singh Raja Warring said Friday he will not leave Congress even if denied a ticket or removed as Punjab party chief. "I was born in the flag of Congress and will die wrapped in it," he said. He urged party workers to stay loyal despite internal differences.
General Vishwa Nath Sharma, the 15th Chief of Army Staff, died on Friday in New Delhi at 96. He famously refused to withdraw forces during the 1987 Wangdung standoff. He said, "I straightaway gave the orders, 'no withdrawal'." The veteran will be cremated on Saturday at 10.30 am.
Chandrashekhar Azad-led Aazad Samaj Party announced potential candidates for 45 seats on Friday for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly polls. The party named these leaders as in-charges to help them work in their constituencies early. This move aims to build support among SC, OBC, and Muslim voters across the state.
Indian passport holders can now travel to 27 countries without a visa and get visa-on-arrival in 47 nations, the Centre said on Friday. The government told Parliament it is working to improve travel ease. Officials noted that visa rules depend on bilateral relations and the principle of reciprocity between countries.
Differences in the United Democratic Front over the PM SHRI scheme surfaced after conflicting statements from leaders. While Adoor Prakash and P.K. Kunhalikutty denied any internal disputes, confusion remains. Mr. Kunhalikutty said, "Their conditions related to curriculum or school selection will not be implemented in Kerala." A subcommittee will decide.
Opposition MPs led by Pappu Yadav staged a protest inside the Parliament complex on Friday over alleged Ram Temple donation theft. Rahul Gandhi joined the "Chanda Chori" skit, where lawmakers acted out misappropriation claims. The BJP hit out at the demonstration, saying it insulted Hindu customs and religious traditions.
On July 31, 2026, the Lok Sabha passed the Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill amid protests. A Delhi court sentenced Tahir Hussain to life imprisonment for the murder of Ankit Sharma. Meanwhile, the death toll in the Bhiwandi building collapse rose to nine as rescue operations continued for trapped people.
The Principal Sessions Court in Kalpetta acquitted 42 people on July 31, 2026, regarding the 2003 Muthanga land agitation murder case. While the court cleared them of murder, it found four others guilty of conspiracy and attempted murder. These men got five years of rigorous imprisonment for their roles in the clash.
Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar on Friday urged Tamil Nadu CM C Vijay Joseph to defer his August 3 visit to Bengaluru. Protests over Cauvery water releases caused tensions, leading to the request. Shivakumar said, "I request him to defer his proposed visit for a short while," to ensure peace.
Gujarat’s monsoon intensified on July 31 as heavy rain battered Surat, flooding low-lying areas and disrupting traffic. The India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for 13 districts. Authorities deployed many disaster response teams and evacuated over 720 people. Schools and factories got orders to close as the situation worsened.