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The Supreme Court on Tuesday denied urgent relief to former Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal in the 2013 rape case. The court directed him to surrender within two weeks before his appeal against the conviction is heard. He must file a surrender certificate for the court to consider his legal plea.
Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to visit India for the BRICS Summit 2026 in New Delhi. This would be his first visit in nearly seven years. "Chinese officials are busy finalising hotels and security protocols," a source said. Both nations now work to renew ties after the 2020 border clashes.
NDTV World will launch its new dialogue series, "NDTV Anviksha: Ideas Across Borders," in Nepal on August 27. The event at Hotel Yak & Yeti in Kathmandu brings together leaders to discuss politics, economy, and society. It aims to strengthen ties between India and Nepal through various expert-led sessions.
A plea was mentioned in the Supreme Court on Tuesday seeking reconstitution of the committee examining police excesses against Delhi student protesters. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta opposed the request, calling it "very mischievous." The Chief Justice said, "Whoever will work, will work under our supervision," while refusing to change names.
Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 25, 2026, regarding the caste census. They said, "Your govt has opted for open-ended question format to record caste details in census, which is misleading." They asked for the current questionnaire to be cancelled immediately.
The Supreme Court’s Samadhan Samaroh 2026 concluded on August 23 with 1,712 cases settled. Held from August 21 to 23, the special Lok Adalat resolved disputes involving property, labour, and motor accidents. The initiative aimed at reducing pendency and saving judicial time, as a total of ₹240.94 crore was settled overall.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to reopen the CBSE result re-evaluation window for students who missed the deadline. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said, “You missed the bus. It’s your bad luck. What can we do?” The court noted that many students successfully used the window when it was open.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday granted journalist Abhishek Upadhyay protection from arrest regarding a road-rage FIR filed by Uttar Pradesh Police. The Bench directed that “no coercive action shall be taken against the petitioner.” Upadhyay denied the allegations, claiming the FIR was based on fictitious reasons after his recent investigations.
Indian Railways will start the new Ahmedabad-Bhagalpur Amrit Bharat Express on August 26, 2026. This non-AC train connects Gujarat and Bihar, stopping at stations like Patna and Jamalpur. Passengers can book tickets for this weekly service on the IRCTC website or at reservation counters starting from August 21, 2026.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, agreed to hear Abhishek Banerjee’s plea regarding 20 rebel TMC MPs. The leader wants Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to decide on their disqualification soon. These MPs joined the NCPI, but the party said this move violates anti-defection laws and demands strict action.
Duroflex introduced Airboost, India's latest sleep-tech mattress, which emerged as a top choice for 2026. The mattress uses over one lakh independently responsive fibres to improve airflow and support. It got accreditation from the Indian Society for Sleep Research for 30% more deep sleep, helping many people find better rest.
The US Supreme Court said Monday it was too early for states to challenge President Donald Trump’s order restricting mail voting. This decision created uncertainty for the November midterms. David Becker said the court "seemed to create complete chaos leading up to the midterm elections" as states face tight deadlines.