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Pakistan deployed 250 China-made SH-15 howitzers along its border with India to boost military strength. These truck-mounted systems fire NATO-compatible ammunition up to 50km. This move follows India’s May 2025 Operation Sindoor. Pakistan’s army chief Asim Munir said the relationship between Beijing and Islamabad is "unique, time-tested, and has remained steadfast."
The Teacher Eligibility Test 2026 in Maharashtra was postponed on June 27. Investigators now suspect the racket also targeted the State Eligibility Test. Police arrested 15 people so far, including the main accused Bijendra Gupta. Officials believe this network has links to printing presses across the country to leak papers.
The Tamil Nadu government moved the Supreme Court on Monday over the Cauvery water dispute with Karnataka. The state said the water released by its neighbour was insufficient. As of August 3, Karnataka reservoirs held 77.537 TMC of water. Officials said, "The Cauvery Water Management Authority order allocating 4.536 TMC is very less."
Indian students need 33% to pass exams because of British colonial education policy. This rule started to produce clerks for the colonial bureaucracy rather than critical thinkers. While India changed many laws after Independence, this low threshold stayed. It showed that the system focused on basic competence, not educational excellence.
The Supreme Court said women in live-in relationships get protection under Section 498A of the IPC. This law covers harassment by husbands or in-laws. The court noted that denying this protection to women in relationships like marriage violates Article 14. However, this rule applies only if the intent to marry exists.
The Supreme Court on Monday said state governments can withdraw FIRs against NEET protesters, except for those facing grave offences. The bench clarified that its July 28 order regarding criminal antecedents applies only to serious crimes. Many students faced harassment over minor issues, so the court provided this necessary relief.
United States President Donald Trump said talks with Iran will happen today, August 3, 2026. He got requests from Middle East allies to avoid new strikes. "They said we would much prefer a deal as opposed to an attack," he said. Many worry the long conflict causes severe economic costs.
Colorectal cancer is now India's fourth most common cancer, according to GLOBOCAN 2024 data. With 83,577 new cases recorded in 2024, it moved up from sixth place in 2022. Dr Vinayak Maka said, "Colorectal cancer is rising in India largely because of changing lifestyle." Experts blame poor diets and inactivity.
Ujjwal Nikam flagged the delay in acquittal appeals and sought timely justice. He said, “The criminal justice system has two supporting pillars-- a fair trial and timely justice.” With over seven lakh criminal appeals pending in high courts as of March 25, 2025, many cases remain unheard for too long.
The Supreme Court on Monday ordered the Centre to ensure encroachment-free pedestrian zones on all roads. The bench said, “Without any big investment and construction, just ensure that proper demarcation is done of walkers' space.” This directive follows a June 19 verdict declaring the right to walk a fundamental right.
Reliance Foundation on August 3 announced a contribution of Rs 21 crore to the Assam Chief Minister's Relief Fund. Nita M Ambani said, "Our thoughts, prayers, and deepest solidarity are with the people of Assam." The foundation started relief work in Sivasagar and Charaideo to help 50,000 affected people.
Ashok Ganguly, R Gopalakrishnan and Rakesh Mohan said the gap between promise and delivery in India is becoming too wide. They noted that institutional weaknesses and over-promising hurt the youth. Leaders must listen with empathy to solve these problems, as progress is not always linear for our growing nation.