The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has issued a comprehensive 10-point clarification, debunking widespread myths about E20 petrol. Addressing concerns from engine damage to water consumption, the Centre assures drivers of the fuel’s safety, efficiency, and environmental benefits, backed by scientific studies and international experience. Understand the facts behind India’s ethanol blending program.

Two quick-thinking nurses, Anjali Baiju and Ardra Raj, heroically jumped off a KSRTC bus in Kerala’s Ernakulam district to perform CPR on Sinoj, a 43-year-old man suffering a heart attack in a traffic jam. Their swift action, aided by bystanders, proved crucial in saving his life, highlighting the critical importance of immediate medical intervention.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced that ‘Operation Sindoor,’ India’s decisive military response to the May 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, has significantly bolstered confidence in indigenous defence platforms. This statement underscores India’s growing self-reliance in military technology and its strategic autonomy on the global stage, impacting national security and defence manufacturing.

India’s Monsoon Session of Parliament 2026 is set to commence on July 20 and conclude on August 13. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju confirmed the dates, approved by President Droupadi Murmu. This crucial 25-day session is expected to address key legislative agendas and policy discussions, shaping national discourse.

India is set to criminalize doping, a major policy shift targeting coaches, support staff, and suppliers, not just athletes. This move by the Sports Ministry aims to curb rampant Anti-Doping Rule Violations that have labeled India an ‘extremely high-risk’ nation, crucial for its bids to host major international events like the Olympics and Commonwealth Games.

The UIDAI has launched a new feature on the Aadhaar App, enabling users to update their email ID for free from July 1, 2026, for six months. This eliminates the need for physical visits to Aadhaar centres, offering convenience and enhanced security through real-time authentication notifications. Over 2.5 lakh users have already benefited.

The Bharatiya Janata Party is in the final stages of forming its new national team under president Nitin Navin, following extensive high-level discussions in Delhi. This organizational overhaul is widely expected to pave the way for a significant reshuffle and expansion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Union Cabinet, aiming to balance regional and social representation ahead of crucial elections.

A family from Gujarat, Hiteshbhai Suthar, his wife Hinaben, and their 20-year-old daughter Ishani, tragically died in a motel fire in Wooster, Ohio. The family, who had settled in the US two years ago, succumbed to suffocation after attempting to shelter in a bathroom during the blaze at the Econo Lodge where they resided and worked.

An exclusive RTI response has revealed that a staggering ₹9,330 crore remains unclaimed across 30.91 lakh inoperative Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) accounts nationwide as of March 31, 2026. This substantial sum, equivalent to funding three new IITs, highlights a persistent challenge in India’s retirement savings system despite recent reforms.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi concluded a three-day ‘memorable visit’ to India, deepening the strategic partnership between the two nations. The 16th India-Japan Annual Summit saw significant agreements on economic security, artificial intelligence, and clean energy, reinforcing cooperation across critical sectors. Both leaders emphasized shared growth and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.