Wrestler Vinesh Phogat said she and other wrestlers will continue their legal fight after a Delhi court acquitted former Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Singh in a sexual harassment case. Several women wrestlers had accused him of harassment during his tenure, leading to nationwide protests in 2023. Phogat said the wrestlers would appeal the court's decision and had not lost hope. She alleged that powerful people protected Brij Bhushan throughout the case. Brij Bhushan welcomed the verdict and said the court had cleared him with honour. He repeated that the allegations against him were false from the beginning. (PC: X/@Phogat_Vinesh)

Several women who participated in the CJP-led protests over the NEET paper leak have alleged they faced online abuse, doxxing and character attacks after the demonstrations ended. A report said social media accounts circulated cropped and AI-manipulated images of women protesters while urging people to identify or report them. Mumbai-based model Rhiya Ahir said she filed a police complaint over alleged harassment and defamation. Women protesters from Mumbai, Delhi and Kolkata claimed they were targeted for their clothing, profession and opinions. Rights activists said similar online campaigns have followed previous mass protests in India. (PC: The Print)

India has taken a major step towards building its first indigenous fighter jet engine, with the proposed Safran-DRDO joint venture expected to receive government approval before August 15. The project aims to develop a 120 kN engine, followed by a more powerful 140 kN version for future fighter aircraft, including the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). Officials say India will own 100% of the intellectual property, reducing dependence on foreign suppliers. The programme, along with the revived Kaveri engine project, marks a significant push towards self-reliance in defence technology. (PC: HT)

The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to hear a public interest litigation (PIL) questioning whether Delhi's Jantar Mantar remains a suitable venue for protests. The petition argued that frequent demonstrations disrupt traffic, restrict access and affect the supply of essential services for nearby residents. A bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant issued notices to the Centre and sought a response from Solicitor General Tushar Mehta. The court said the concerns raised in the petition were important and required consideration. Jantar Mantar recently witnessed a 37-day protest over the NEET-UG paper leak led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). (PC: HT)

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke has rejected comparisons between the party's Jantar Mantar protest and the 2024 Bangladesh student uprising, calling such claims an attempt to "defame" the movement. Responding to comments by exiled Bangladeshi writer Taslima Nasreen, Dipke said the CJP was focused on democratic demands and was "different". He also warned that the party could resume protests if the Centre fails to fulfil promises, including ₹1 crore compensation for families of NEET-UG aspirants who allegedly died by suicide. Dipke also opposed Pralhad Joshi's appointment as the new Education Minister. (PC: HT)

Student protests over alleged irregularities in Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) recruitment exams entered the sixth day on Monday, with the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) extending support to the agitation. Protesters are demanding the cancellation of the 14th JPSC examination and a CBI probe into the alleged irregularities. Student leader Devendra Nath Mahto continued his indefinite hunger strike, while demonstrators compared their movement to Delhi's Jantar Mantar protests. "We are staying awake to wake up the government," protesters said, holding the Hemant Soren government responsible and demanding transparent recruitment and permanent government jobs. (PC: India Today)

Former International Air Transport Association (IATA) Director General Willie Walsh officially took charge as IndiGo's Chief Executive Officer on Monday. Announced as the airline's CEO in March 2026, Walsh brings over 40 years of aviation experience, including leadership roles at British Airways, International Airlines Group and Aer Lingus. IndiGo Managing Director Rahul Bhatia said Walsh's global expertise will help accelerate the airline's international expansion and strengthen its position in the global aviation industry. Walsh said India is one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets and expressed confidence in building on IndiGo's success while improving operations and customer experience. (PC: HT)

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has responded to RTI activist Amit Tiwari’s complaint seeking an investigation into founder Abhijeet Dipke’s family finances. Party spokesperson Vaishnavi Gaur questioned why similar scrutiny was not directed at the PM CARES Fund. Earlier, Dipke said his education at Boston University was funded through a scholarship and an education loan, rejecting allegations of unexplained wealth. Tiwari has approached multiple authorities seeking probes into Dipke’s family assets, CJP’s legal status and its funding. CJP has maintained that its finances are transparent and said future activities will be funded through public crowdfunding. (PC: X)

A Delhi court on Monday acquitted former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in the sexual harassment case filed by 6 women wrestlers. The case, which emerged in 2023, led to nationwide protests by top wrestlers, including Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia, demanding action against Singh. He had consistently denied the allegations throughout the trial. After the verdict, Singh said he had maintained his innocence from the beginning and welcomed the court's decision. The ruling concludes the criminal proceedings in one of the most high-profile cases in Indian wrestling. (PC: India Today)

Protests against alleged irregularities in Jharkhand recruitment examinations intensified after student leader Devendra Nath Mahato began an indefinite hunger strike in Ranchi. Aspirants are demanding the cancellation of the 14th JPSC Preliminary Test, a CBI and ED probe into alleged paper leaks, and reforms in the JPSC and JSSC recruitment systems. Protesters claim repeated exam leaks have harmed thousands of candidates and are seeking greater transparency and accountability. The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) also extended support to the agitation. The Hemant Soren government has yet to announce any decision on the key demands raised by the students. (PC: HT)