What can be done to address the CBSE evaluation controversy?

India faced two major exam controversies in summer 2026, including the CBSE On-Screen Marking crisis. While NEET saw massive reforms, the CBSE issue left 14 lakh students without a chance to verify their marks. The Supreme Court noted the “frustration of young children” regarding portal glitches and errors in the system.

CPWD invites bids for ₹735-cr museum in Delhi’s North and South Blocks

The Central Public Works Department invited bids for a ₹735-crore project to turn Delhi’s North and South Blocks into a museum. This first phase will take 26 months to complete. The plan includes glass pavilions and underground tunnels, while officials said all work must be sensitive to the heritage buildings.

Urbanisation shrinks Akkulam lake by nearly half over three decades: Study

A new study shows Akkulam Lake’s open water area shrank by nearly half between 1995 and 2023. Rapid urbanisation wiped out 80% of the surrounding wetlands, weakening the city’s flood defences. Sarun S said, “Once this network is fragmented, the city gradually loses its natural defence against floods,” warning of risks.

Declare 185 acres of land as ‘forest’, SC urges Delhi govt

The Supreme Court urged the Delhi government to declare 185 acres of land as forest. A bench headed by CJI Surya Kant said, “The process to notify the 18 parcels of land as forest shall also be initiated.” This move aims to protect the area from future exploitation and illegal encroachment.

SC mulls EOW, CBI probe into Parsvnath

The Supreme Court is considering an EOW and CBI probe into Parsvnath Developers over alleged fraud. The bench asked the company to share details of all pending litigation and projects. “We will refer it to EOW, CBI. It is a high-level fraud these people have played,” the court said.

Delhi disaster response force HQ likely to come up in Alipur

Delhi’s new disaster response force headquarters will come up on government land in Alipur. Officials said this site will also host a training institute for civil defence volunteers. The government is currently finalising locations for other battalions to help the city better manage fires, floods, and other major emergency situations.

'India Is Demoralised': UK MP's Big Charge On Nirav Modi's Extradition Delay

UK MP Priti Patel said she was "appalled and horrified" that fugitive Nirav Modi remains in London. She signed his extradition order in 2021, but he still faces fraud charges for a $2 billion bank scam. Patel claimed India refused to take back illegal migrants because of this long delay.

Parliament deadlock likely to end today: Lok Sabha to discuss anti-paper leak Bill; Rahul, Priyanka Vadra may speak

The Parliament deadlock is likely to end today, 28 July, as the Lok Sabha prepares to discuss the anti-paper leak Bill. After many disruptions since 20 July, parties agreed to talk. Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Vadra may speak. The Bill proposes stricter punishment for those involved in exam paper leaks.

Student expectations of the Nikelani panel are high but education needs far more than exam reforms

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a new committee under Infosys chairman Nandan Nilekani to fix the centralized examination system. Many students hope this panel will solve deep credibility gaps. However, experts said that education needs more than just exam reforms, as the sector requires a system-wide overhaul to truly succeed.

India summons Ukraine envoy over Indian sailor death in Black Sea ship attack

India on Monday summoned Ukrainian ambassador Oleksandr Polishchuk to protest the death of an Indian seafarer. The sailor died on July 18 during an attack on the ship MV OMORFI in the Black Sea. India said such attacks on commercial vessels are unacceptable and endanger the lives of innocent civilian sailors.

‘Fabricated inspection records to mislead investigators’: South Delhi building collapse report flags MCD lapses

The inquiry report into the May 30 South Delhi building collapse flagged MCD lapses for fabricated inspection records. The report said, “The collapse primarily resulted from unauthorised structural additions and inadequate regulatory enforcement.” Six people died in the tragedy. Officials failed to monitor the illegal construction, causing this preventable disaster.

Heavy rain today: Two giant monsoon systems to collide over India. See satellite pics

Two giant monsoon systems are colliding over India, bringing heavy rain this week. Satellite imagery on Monday showed a massive circulation over the Tibetan Plateau interacting with a deep depression from the Bay of Bengal. The India Meteorological Department said this will cause widespread thunderstorms across many parts of the country.