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Vande Mataram Bill to Be Introduced by Amit Shah in Rajya Sabha on July 20

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to introduce the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, commonly referred to as the Vande Mataram Bill, in the Rajya Sabha on Monday as Parliament's Monsoon Session gets underway.

‘Saiyaara’ Row: YRF Says Title Track Wasn’t Solely Composed by Tanishk Bagchi, Royalties Disbursed Equally to 3 Music Composers

A disagreement over royalties for the hit title track of Saiyaara has led to a public exchange between music composer Tanishk Bagchi and production house Yash Raj Films (YRF). After Bagchi alleged that he had not received the royalty he deserved for the chart-topping song, YRF issued a statement clarifying that the track was not solely composed by him.

‘Ramayana’: Ranbir Kapoor Touches Kumar Vishwas, Sunny Deol’s Feet (Video)

Actor Ranbir Kapoor won appreciation for a heartfelt gesture during the 'Ramayana: Pratham Sankalp' event in New Delhi, where he touched the feet of poet Kumar Vishwas and veteran actor Sunny Deol before taking the stage.

Flash Floods in Jammu and Kashmir: 4 Killed, 5 Missing As Flood Wreaks Havoc in Rajouri and Poonch (Videos)

At least four people were killed and five others are missing after torrential rain triggered flash floods and landslides across Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri and Poonch districts on Sunday. The downpour inundated residential areas, washed away vehicles, damaged homes and forced hundreds of people to move to safer locations.

Mangal Pandey Birth Anniversary 2026: PM Narendra Modi Pays Tributes to Great Revolutionary

PM Modi on Sunday paid tribute to revolutionary freedom fighter Mangal Pandey on his birth anniversary, describing his life as a lasting symbol of courage, patriotism and sacrifice. In a message shared on social media, the Prime Minister said Mangal Pandey's fearless commitment to the nation continues to fill every Indian with pride and will inspire generations to come.

‘A Proud Moment': Rahul Gandhi Hails Successful Skyroot Vikram-1 Launch

In a post on X, LoP Rahul Gandhi extended his best wishes to the young scientists and engineers at Skyroot Aerospace while acknowledging the crucial support extended by ISRO and IN‑SPACe. He said the successful flight of Vikram‑1 was a tribute to years of patience, precision and quiet work by scientists, engineers and technicians.

Abhishek Banerjee Vows to Demolish BJP West Bengal Offices if TMC Wins in 2031

All the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) offices in West Bengal will be demolished after the Trinamool Congress comes to power in West Bengal in 2031, said Trinamool Congress general secretary and the party’s Lok Sabha MP Abhishek Banerjee on Saturday, reacting to the demolition of his party office at Amtala in South 24 Parganas district earlier in the day.

Ahmedabad Firecracker Factory Blast: CM Bhupendra Patel Announces INR 4 Lakh Aid for Victims' Families

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Saturday announced financial assistance of Rs 4 lakh for the families of those killed and Rs 50,000 for the injured following the explosion at an allegedly illegal firecracker factory in Ahmedabad's Vastral area that claimed at least five lives. In a post on social media platform X, the Chief Minister described the incident as "extremely tragic".

Priyanka Chopra Turns 44: Kareena Kapoor Wishes Actress on Birthday With Throwback Pic From Karan Johar’s ‘KWK’ Couch (See Post)

Kareena Kapoor Khan extended warm birthday wishes to Priyanka Chopra Jonas on her 44th birthday, sharing a nostalgic throwback photograph and praising the global star for her achievements. In a heartfelt social media post, Kareena described Priyanka as 'extraordinary' and said, 'Sky will always be the limit for you', reflecting the admiration and friendship the two actors now share.

Pawan Kalyan’s Wife Anna Konidala on Her Trip to Tirupati, Says I Started Counting My Blessings Instead of the Steps (See Post)

Anna Konidela, the wife of Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM and actor Pawan Kalyan, has shared a personal reflection on her recent visit to the Tirumala temple in Tirupati, saying the pilgrimage became a reminder to focus on gratitude rather than hardship. Posting about her experience on social media, Anna said she 'started counting my blessings instead of the steps' while climbing the sacred hill.

Sanchita Ugale Death Case: AICWA President Suresh Shyamlal Gupta Seeks Independent SIT Probe Into ‘Chhaava’ Actress Case

The All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has renewed its demand for an independent Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into the death of television actress Sanchita Ugale, with the association's president Suresh Shyamlal Gupta meeting Maharashtra Minister of State for Home Yogesh Ramdas Kadam.

‘Varanasi’: SS Rajamouli Unveils Priyanka Chopra’s First Look As Mandakini on Her Birthday (See Post)

Filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli has revealed the first official look of Priyanka Chopra as Mandakini from his upcoming epic action-adventure film Varanasi, unveiling two contrasting images of the actor on her birthday.

Vikram-1: Skyroot Launches India’s 1st Private Orbital Rocket From Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota (Video)

India achieved a major milestone in its space journey on Saturday as Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace successfully launched Vikram-1, the country's first privately developed orbital-class rocket, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC-SHAR) in Sriharikota.

Mission Aagaman: India’s First Private Orbital Rocket ‘Vikram-1’ Set for Historic Launch Today

India is set to witness a landmark moment in its space journey on Saturday as Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace prepares to launch Vikram-1, the country's first privately developed orbital-class rocket. The maiden mission, named 'Mission Aagaman', is scheduled to lift off from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC-SHAR) in Sriharikota.

Sonam Wangchuk’s Wife Gitanjali Angmo Says No Treatment To Be Given to Him Without Family Consent

Climate activist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk's wife, Gitanjali J. Angmo, on Saturday urged doctors not to administer any oral or intravenous treatment to her husband without the consent of his family and long-term medical team.

IMD Issues Heavy Rain Alert for 15 States; Himachal Pradesh, J&K Brace for Intense Monsoon Spell

Gwalior Shocker: Man Arrested for Posing As ‘Hindu’ to S*xually Exploit Minor via Messaging App 'A-Chat'

A 25-year-old man from Madhya Pradesh's Gwalior has been arrested for allegedly posing as a Hindu youth on the A-Chat messaging app to s*xually exploit a 17-year-old girl in Gujarat. Police said he used the name "Sonu" and falsely claimed to be a 23-year-old unmarried man when he contacted the minor in February.

Dilip Joshi Breaks Silence on 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' Exit Rumours on Show's 18th Anniversary

As 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' celebrated its 18th anniversary on July 17, actor Dilip Joshi, who essays the iconic role of Jethalal, addressed recurring rumours about his alleged exit and less screentime from the long-running sitcom.

Supreme Court Rules Abusive, Profane Language Alone Does Not Amount to Obscenity Under IPC

The Supreme Court has ruled that abusive or profane language alone does not constitute obscenity under Section 294(b) of the IPC unless it is lascivious, appeals to prurient interests, or corrupts public morality. The verdict came while partly allowing a 70-year-old man's appeal in a 2017 Tamil Nadu land dispute assault case.

Rani Mukerji Checks Paparazzi’s Camera To Ensure Daughter Adira’s Face Wasn’t Captured (Watch Video)

Rani Mukerji was clicked arriving in the city with her daughter Adira Chopra. When the 'Mardaani' actress posed for the paparazzi, she made sure that her daughter wasn't captured by the shutterbugs, by herself taking a look at their cameras.