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India and Myanmar are exploring a possible territorial exchange to settle an undemarcated border section along Manipur. Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, "There are certain areas on the border which are yet to be settled." Discussions are ongoing to resolve these stretches and help secure the frontier.
The Supreme Court clarified that its February 2024 order requiring mining approval within 10 kilometres of the Asan Wetland Conservation Reserve applies to all such sites across India. Justice Joymalya Bagchi said, "wherever t community reserve or wetland conservation reserve, the directions issued in the Asan case would apply."
The Supreme Court said on July 31 that news outlets can report court proceedings but cannot use audio-video clips. The court clarified that its order is not a blanket ban on reporting. Chief Justice Surya Kant said, “livestreamed visuals of court proceedings cannot be subject to misuse or commercial exploitation.”
The flood situation in Assam remained grim on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, as the death toll reached 89. Over 1.22 lakh people got affected across five districts due to heavy rains. An ASDMA spokesperson said, "Citizens are advised to stay away from the river." Relief operations are currently underway for everyone.
The Centre told the Supreme Court it started a 10-layer security system to stop future NEET paper leaks. Officials said they use AI safeguards and tamper-evident packaging to protect exams. A task force set up on July 27 now works on reforms, while new laws ensure strict jail terms for fraud.
US Congressman Riley Moore slammed proposed amendments to India’s Foreign Contribution Regulation Amendment rules. He said these changes would allow the government to takeover "churches and religious charities." Moore called the move a clear attack against Christians, warning that this issue could become a major concern for India-US bilateral ties.
An Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi faced severe turbulence on Tuesday, leaving 17 people injured. Luggage fell from bins as the plane dropped 300 feet. One passenger said, "I saw people being thrown into the air, hitting their heads, and getting injured." Seven passengers got medical treatment later.
At the Mint Sustainability Summit 2026, Anushree Poddar said India’s sustainability talent pipeline is constrained by a disconnect between academia and industry needs. She noted that companies struggle to find professionals who understand both business and sustainability. "There exists a great gap between how businesses work and how sustainability is taught."
The Centre told the Supreme Court it formed a 12-member committee to audit the postgraduate medical admission system. This panel, led by the DGHS, will examine gaps in the process after petitions challenged the NEET-PG 2025-26 cut-off reduction. The court directed the committee to submit its report within eight weeks.
Parliament monsoon session resumes today amid protests from the Opposition over various issues. Law minister Arjun Meghwal is set to introduce the Supreme Court (Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026 in the Rajya Sabha. This bill, which already passed in the Lok Sabha, seeks to expand the top court bench to 38 judges.
The Uttar Pradesh government tabled a ₹59,019.54 crore supplementary budget, the largest since 2017. This plan focuses on infrastructure, jobs, and social welfare ahead of the 2027 polls. Officials said the budget aims to showcase development works. It includes funds for road projects, industries, and free bus travel for elderly women.
Gold and silver rates on the MCX climbed on Wednesday (5 August) morning. Prices moved up as the US dollar and crude oil prices fell. Many investors now watch the RBI MPC policy decision today. Markets remain busy as everyone waits to see how the central bank handles the current economy.
The Lok Sabha on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, will take up The Bankers' Books Evidence Bill, 2026 and The Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will move the banking bill to update digital practices. Meanwhile, Congress MP Manish Tewari sought a discussion on anti-defection laws today.