In U-turn from his 'won't meet anyone below Foreign Minister' rule, Nepal PM to meet Indian envoy

Nepal PM Balen Shah has taken a diplomatic U-turn on his self-imposed protocol against holding one-on-one meetings with anyone below the rank of Foreign Minister. He is set to hold separate meetings with the envoys of India and China this week, Kathmandu Post reported. He would try to portray that both countries are equally important to him, the report added.
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09:33 pm Wednesday, 22 July 2026

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Through dialogue we can find an amicable solution: Yuvraj on CJP protest

Amid the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest, ex-India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh shared a message stating, "Through dialogue we can find an amicable solution for the sake of India's future." "To every child, student, woman and man: you deserve the opportunity to learn in peace, grow with safety and chase your dreams...Your well-being is the foundation of brighter India," he added.
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09:58 pm Wednesday, 22 July 2026

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Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from Star Wars sold for $3.75 million

Actor Mark Hamill's character Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from 'The Empire Strikes Back' has been sold for $3.75 million at auction, making it the most expensive 'Star Wars' prop ever. The prop belongs to the scene where Darth Vader severs Luke's hand. This has surpassed the record set by the sale of Darth Vader's lightsaber, which was sold for $3.6 million.
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News By: Ishita Ranganath
09:57 pm Wednesday, 22 July 2026

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Chaos erupts after police in AAP-ruled Punjab lathi charge protesting sanitation workers

Chaos has erupted in AAP-ruled Punjab's Barnala after police lathi charged protesting sanitation workers. The workers were protesting against lower wages and demanding regularisation of contractual employees. Some of the protesters, including women, were injured during the action. MP Swati Maliwal called the AAP a hypocrite and accused it of inciting protests in Delhi.
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News By: Bhawana Chaudhary
10:06 pm Wednesday, 22 July 2026

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China's Moonshot AI secretly copied from Anthropic's Fabel to make K3: White House

White House technology policy chief Michael Kratsios alleged that Chinese startup Moonshot AI secretly copied from Anthropic's Fabel for the development of its Kimi K3 model. He claimed it used evasion tactics and Nvidia's GB300 servers for this. "Large-scale, covert industrial distillation aimed at stealing proprietary U.S. technology and undermining American research is unacceptable," he said.
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10:01 pm Wednesday, 22 July 2026

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What are the 4 demands of Cockroach Janta Party?

Cockroach Janta Party shared a list of its four demands on Wednesday. They are: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, ₹1 crore compensation for families of children who died by suicide, no prosecution of peaceful protesters, and prosecution of all police officials involved in committing atrocities. On Monday, CJP's demands included immediate release of Sonam Wangchuk.
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News By: Shalini ojha
10:26 pm Wednesday, 22 July 2026

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We fixed NEET lapses, Pradhan's resignation demand political: Govt sources

Centre has ruled out Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over NEET paper leak, calling the demand "political", government sources said, reported IE. They added that responsibility for the lapses had been accepted and corrective measures taken. An official added that admissions under NEET, CUET and JEE Main were on track and said government was ready to discuss issue in Parliament.
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News By: Girish Kumar Anshul
10:23 pm Wednesday, 22 July 2026

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Indian Navy commissions indigenous warship INS Malvan

The Indian Navy commissioned INS Malvan, the second indigenously designed and built Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), into service at Karwar. The ship's crest features the 'Bagh Nakha' (Tiger's Claw), symbolising bravery, agility, audacity and tactical warfare. INS Malvan is designed to operate alongside larger surface combatants, submarines and aviation assets.
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News By: Girish Kumar Anshul
10:44 pm Wednesday, 22 July 2026

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50 OTT platforms blocked in 2 years over obscene content: Govt

The government blocked access to 50 OTT streaming platforms in India in the past two years over obscene content, said I&B Minister of State, L Murugan in Lok Sabha. The blocked services violated sections under IT Act, the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, and Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act. The government said these provisions empower authorities to act against unlawful content.
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News By: Ishita Ranganath
10:42 pm Wednesday, 22 July 2026

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Before presser, Rahul plays clip on violence during July 20 'Chalo Sansad' protest

Ahead of a press conference at AICC HQ in Delhi on Wednesday, Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi played footage of the violence that took place during the July 20 'Chalo Sansad' protest. During the briefing, he shared three demands of students, which included Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. Many Opposition leaders have criticised Centre over excessive police action on demonstrators.
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News By: Vinayak Nair
10:56 pm Wednesday, 22 July 2026

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Pro-Khalistan terrorist Pannun claims he spoke to CJP leaders on video call

Pro-Khalistan terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun was seen in a video claiming that he held a video call with Cockroach Janta Party leaders. Pannun reportedly threatened India's disintegration and claimed that PM Narendra Modi's "fall" is inevitable. Sharing the video, BJP's Nishikant Dubey wrote, "Where is the money coming from? What's the conspiracy? Who is the real player?"
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News By: Shalini ojha
10:52 pm Wednesday, 22 July 2026

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Salman Khan lends support to students' protests, says 'feel sad movement took violent turn'

Actor Salman Khan lent support to students' protests and said the violent turn of a peaceful movement made him sad. He appreciated the students, calling them "courageous and brave". "This generation will make India proud," he wrote on X, adding that this issue should not be hijacked politically. "I'm sure the government will give them support," he said.
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News By: Shalini ojha
11:10 pm Wednesday, 22 July 2026

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I was told 'please don't come': Vijeta Dahiya on being fired by CJP

Vijeta Dahiya, who was fired by CJP from all posts, spoke about the outfit's decision. "I thought they might ask me how I was doing after the viral, controversial videos, but I was told, 'Vijeta, please don't come'," he said. Vijeta was earlier confronted by people for roaming in the mall while students were beaten up at the CJP protest.
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News By: Shalini ojha
11:07 pm Wednesday, 22 July 2026

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Focus on studies, avoid protests: Association of Indian Universities to students

Amid the students' agitation over NEET-UG exam leak and demands for Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, Association of Indian Universities (AIU) issued an advisory to higher education institutions. AIU urged universities to counsel students with "empathy" and encourage them to "prioritise" academic pursuits. The advisory said that students should refrain from taking part in protests.
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News By: Vinayak Nair
11:19 pm Wednesday, 22 July 2026

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Opp'n engaged in competition for taking credit: Bansuri on students' protest

BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj on Wednesday criticised Opposition amid students' agitation over NEET-UG exam leak. "A competition for credit-taking has begun among Opposition parties, along with a round of accusations and counter-accusations, in which a situation like 'my movement versus your movement' has been witnessed," Swaraj said. She said Centre's approach towards students' movement was "sensitive".
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News By: Vinayak Nair
11:39 pm Wednesday, 22 July 2026

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CJP protest 'sponsored', those behind it will be exposed: Maha BJP chief

Maharashtra BJP chief Ravindra Chavan on Wednesday termed the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)-led protest over alleged NEET irregularities a "sponsored" agitation. He said those backing the protest would soon be identified and exposed. Chavan added that the Centre had acted against the alleged NEET paper leak, with seven to eight accused arrested and currently in jail.
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News By: Girish Kumar Anshul
11:52 pm Wednesday, 22 July 2026

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Bought IPL team for ₹82 crore as Valentine's Day gift for Shilpa: Raj Kundra

Businessman Raj Kundra revealed that he bought IPL franchise Rajasthan Royals as a Valentine's Day gift for his wife Shilpa Shetty and spent ₹81.9 crore acquiring his share. "When I bought it, the valuation of the team was ₹700 crore, now the valuation is at ₹16,000 cr," he added. Kundra withdrew from the team after he was accused of betting.
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News By: Bhawana Chaudhary
12:07 am Thursday, 23 July 2026

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16 Delhi Metro stations closed for 2nd straight day amid CJP protest

Rajiv Chowk, Central Secretariat, Lok Kalyan Marg, Janpath, Mandi House, Seva Teerth, Supreme Court, Patel Chowk, ITO and seven other Delhi Metro stations have been closed for the second consecutive day amid CJP protest. However, interchange facilities remain available at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House and Central Secretariat. The metro stations will continue to remain shut till further instructions.
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News By: Jayant Singh
08:00 am Thursday, 23 July 2026

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Additional DCP, whose video of slapping woman protester went viral, removed from Jantar Mantar

Additional DCP (North East District) Sandeep Lamba, whose video of allegedly slapping a female protester at the Cockroach Janta Party protest went viral, has been removed from Jantar Mantar. He has reportedly been asked to go back to his station of posting, Indian Express reported. "He should be...asked to be accountable for his actions," an advocate told Delhi High Court.
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News By: Jayant Singh
08:28 am Thursday, 23 July 2026

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Opposition's protest outside PM's house lacked sincerity: Wangchuk's wife

Sonam Wangchuk's wife, Gitanjali Angmo, said the protest outside PM Narendra Modi's residence "lacked sincerity" and would have been more sincere if Opposition leaders joined them at Jantar Mantar. Leaders including Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav were part of the Opposition protest. "Public can't be fooled anymore," Gitanjali said, adding that leaders can't "gaslight" anymore.
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News By: Garima Garg
08:43 am Thursday, 23 July 2026

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