Good Morning! Here’s your quick catch-up on the biggest stories making headlines today
Independent MP Pappu Yadav has alleged an attempt on his life after a man disrupted his press conference at his Delhi residence by hurling a slipper at him. The accused was taken into police custody, while Yadav claimed the man was carrying a knife, putting the spotlight back on the security of elected representatives.
Back at the Cockroach Janta Party, controversy refuses to leave the newly formed digital outfit that forced Dharmendra Pradhan to resign. This time, the focus is on an RTI complaint seeking an inquiry into the finances of CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke’s family and the funding of his higher education in the United States.
Also in today’s Bhaskar Smart Brief, don’t miss our latest coverage of the West Asia conflict, how the situation is evolving on the ground, as Israel calls for full control of Gaza despite diplomatic efforts to secure a ceasefire. At the same time, US President Donald Trump says planned strikes on Iran have been put on hold, linking any military action to the prospects of a rapid deal over the Strait of Hormuz
Along with these, we’ve rounded up the other top stories you need to start your day with.
📰 Today’s Top Headlines
Man throws slipper at MP Pappu Yadav in Delhi
Political tensions have spilled beyond Parliament after Independent Bihar MP Pappu Yadav was attacked during a press conference at his Delhi residence. A man allegedly hurled a slipper at him, and Yadav claimed the accused was carrying a knife and intended to kill him. The incident comes days after an FIR named Yadav, Rahul Gandhi and Awdhesh Prasad over a Ram Mandir donation protest. READ MORE
RTI activist seeks probe into Abhijeet Dipke’s family assets
The Cockroach JantaParty has come under fresh scrutiny after an RTI activist sought an inquiry into founder Abhijeet Dipke’s family finances and the funding of his US education. Complaints filed with the Maharashtra government, the Election Commission and the CBIC question the family’s income, assets and the party’s functioning, citing his father’s reported government salary. READ MORE
‘Drug supply to India is part of a terror conspiracy’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched the Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan, describing drug abuse as both a public health challenge and a national security threat.
Alleging enemy countries use narcotics to target Indian youth, he announced a 100-week nationwide campaign and reaffirmed the government’s zero-tolerance policy against drug trafficking. READ MORE
Suspected Jaish terrorist planned to vandalise Jantar Mantar protest
The West Bengal STF claims a suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed operative was directed by Pakistan-based handlers to infiltrate the CJP’s Jantar Mantar protest disguised as a police officer and trigger unrest. Investigators allege Hameem Mandal was tasked with monitoring West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari’s security, while his girlfriend assisted him. Both are now in STF custody. READ MORE
‘Israel should take full control of Gaza’, says Israeli minister
Diplomatic efforts in West Asia face fresh uncertainty as Israel rejects a halt to operations in Gaza, while US President Donald Trump says planned strikes on Iran have been cancelled, subject to a rapid deal and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has warned of a “decisive and proportionate response”, with Washington cautioning citizens over possible regional escalation. READ MORE
The Day Ahead
- Monsoon Session Day 11: MSMEs Development (Amendment) Bill and Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) Amendment Bill likely on agenda
- MP, Gujarat, Bihar bypoll results today: All eyes on Bihar’s Bankipur as Prashant Kishor takes on BJP’s Neeraj Kumar Sinha
- SC to hear 3 pleas on police action during CJP’s Parliament march; last hearing was July 28
- SC to hear TMC plea against ED’s ₹440-crore account freeze; earlier Kolkata HC denied interim relief
- Market timings change from Monday; F&O segment to remain open till 3: 40 pm
Visual Of The Day
Team India’s star all-rounder Hardik Pandya offered prayers at Tirupati Balaji and shaved his head. His girlfriend, Mahika Sharma, accompanied him. Both arrived at the temple dressed in traditional attire
Today In History
Statement Of The Day
News With a Twist
Tattoo artist inks ‘FLY’ during 15,000-ft skydive
Reality often needs no embellishment. Every day throws up moments so unusual that they blur the line between the bizarre and the believable. This edition features dogs riding waves at a surfing championship in the United States, a tattoo artist who inked the word FLY during a 15,000-foot skydive, and a young man in Chhattisgarh who climbed a mobile tower after not being served eggs. We also look at a centuries-old rain ritual in Rajasthan and a traditional jackal-meat liquor still consumed in parts of Nepal for its believed medicinal benefits.
Here are five quirky stories that grabbed attention across the world. READ MORE…
News in Headlines
- CWG 2026: Lovlina slams Glasgow restaurant’s India map missing Northeast, Kashmir READ MORE
- Girl blocks police van; 7 moments when a person became barricade READ MORE
- UP polls see 12 parties; Owaisi, Chandrashekhar may alter poll maths READ MORE
- Suicide bombing in Pakistan kills 14: Youth detonates explosives inside police station READ MORE
- India finish with 39 medals, 13 golds:Sit 4th in standings on final day READ MORE
- Shah Rukh’s son Aryan dating a singer? London video sparks rumours READ MORE
