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New Delhi, August 3, 2025 – India will continue to buy Russian oil despite threats of tariffs from U.S....

Parag Jain, the IPS officer credited as the key strategist behind Operation Sindoor, has been appointed the new chief of India’s external intelligence agency, R&AW. Jain, known for integrating HUMINT and TECHINT, led the intelligence team behind precision strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and PoK. He will assume the role from July 1, bringing decades of experience in counterterrorism, surveillance, and international security operations.

As Indian trade negotiators arrived in Washington for the final round of talks before the July 9 tariff pause deadline, US President Donald Trump hinted at a potential major trade deal with India, stating, “We’re going to open up India.” However, agriculture remains a major sticking point, with the US pushing for greater market access for soybeans, corn, and apples. The lack of a valid US Trade Promotion Authority limits tariff commitments, raising doubts over the long-term durability of any agreement.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has reiterated his claim that he prevented a war between India and Pakistan by threatening to halt trade deals with both nations. Speaking after the NATO summit in The Hague, Trump said he warned leaders in New Delhi and Islamabad that the U.S. would not proceed with trade negotiations if hostilities continued. However, India maintains that the ceasefire understanding reached on May 10 was the result of direct military-level talks, without any external mediation.

State-run telecom operator BSNL has launched its indigenous 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) service in Hyderabad, marking its entry into the high-speed home broadband market. Dubbed "Quantum 5G FWA," the SIM-less, fully homegrown solution is BSNL's answer to private players like Jio and Airtel. The service, launched on June 18, will expand to six more cities by September 2025, with plans starting at ₹999 for 100 Mbps and ₹1,499 for 300 Mbps.

Akshar Yoga Kendraa will mark International Yoga Day 2025 with an ambitious attempt to set 12 Guinness World Records in Yogasanas at Bengaluru’s Palace Grounds. The event will feature over 2,500 participants from more than 30 countries, including defence personnel, students, professionals, and specially-abled individuals. Dignitaries such as Shivarudra Swamiji of Belimath, former Minister Dr. C.N. Ashwath Narayan, and Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh will attend. Recognised by the Ministry of AYUSH, the organisation has already achieved nine world records.

A Supreme Court-appointed panel has recommended the removal of Justice Yashwant Varma after a large stash of cash was discovered at his official residence following a fire. The inquiry flagged his "unnatural conduct", including not visiting the scene, failing to report a supposed conspiracy to the police, and silently accepting a transfer to the Allahabad High Court. A motion for his impeachment is likely to be introduced in Parliament.

Amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, the Indian Embassy in Tehran has urged all Indian nationals and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) using personal vehicles to leave the city and relocate to safer areas. The advisory, issued on June 17, follows reports of a potential broadening of the conflict and comes as the Indian government facilitates evacuations through the Armenia border. Emergency helpline numbers have been shared for those seeking assistance.

In the rapidly globalizing 21st century, India is taking significant steps to internationalize its vast higher education sector. With over 1,000 universities and 40,000 colleges, India aims to attract world-class foreign universities to set up campuses domestically, reduce brain drain, and provide affordable, quality education to millions. Under NEP 2020, several top-ranked global institutions are opening campuses in cities like Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Gujarat’s GIFT City. While these developments promise global partnerships, talent retention, and economic benefits, challenges like infrastructure investment, regulatory reforms, and ensuring inclusivity for marginalized students remain crucial for long-term success.

Addressing a massive crowd in Bihar’s Karakat, Modi warns Pakistan and recalls fallen BSF hero Mohammad Imtiaz; inaugurates ₹48,500 crore in projects

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi visited Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district on Saturday to meet families affected by recent cross-border shelling following India's Operation Sindoor. Calling their resilience "inspiring," he pledged to raise their concerns at the national level. The visit comes in the wake of heightened tensions between India and Pakistan after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack.

Veteran actor Mukul Dev, celebrated for his versatility across Hindi, Punjabi, and South Indian cinema, has passed away at the age of 54. Known for his memorable roles in Yamla Pagla Deewana, Son of Sardaar, and R... Rajkumar, Mukul was a respected figure in the industry. Colleagues and friends from the film fraternity, including Vindu Dara Singh and Manoj Bajpayee, paid emotional tributes, remembering him as a warm, passionate artist. His final film, Son of Sardaar 2, is now seen as a fitting swansong to a career marked by dedication and authenticity.