On July 25, 2025, the Piplodi Primary School building in Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, collapsed, killing seven schoolchildren and injuring over 20 others . Among the victims were siblings 12‑year‑old Meena and her six‑year‑old brother Kanha, prompting their mother to lament, “I had only two children…and both are gone. My home is empty…” . Another grieving parent questioned why teachers were outside while students were inside during the collapse . In response, authorities suspended five school staff, registered a negligence case, and ordered a probe. The state government announced ₹10 lakh compensation and job offers for each bereaved family, alongside plans to rebuild the school. (PC: ANI)

On Kargil Vijay Diwas (26 July 2025), the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) launched the “Veer Parivaar Sahayata Yojana”, a nationwide initiative offering free legal aid to soldiers, ex-servicemen, and their families. Justice Surya Kant, Executive Chairman of NALSA, inaugurated the scheme in Srinagar. Legal aid clinics have been set up at Sainik Welfare Boards across India, staffed by panel lawyers, retired servicemen, and para-legal volunteers. These clinics will assist with pension disputes, family issues, land conflicts, and property matters. The initiative also allows case jurisdiction transfers, ensuring justice is accessible to soldiers posted far from home. (PC: Money Control)

On July 26, 2025, India commemorated the 26th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, honoring the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives during the 1999 Kargil War. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Droupadi Murmu, and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh paid floral tributes at the National War Memorial in Delhi. Chiefs of the Army, Navy, and Air Force also marked their respect. The day saw nationwide remembrance events, wreath-laying ceremonies, and tributes to the fallen heroes of battles like Tiger Hill and Tololing, reinforcing the nation's enduring gratitude for their supreme sacrifice in safeguarding India’s sovereignty. (PC: PTI)

A 26‑year‑old woman collapsed while taking a physical assessment for the Home Guard recruitment in Gaya district, Bihar. She was taken in a moving ambulance to the hospital, where she was allegedly gang‑raped by the driver and technician during transit. Authorities swiftly arrested the accused, and the incident sparked outrage across the community. The case has intensified concerns over women’s safety in emergency medical situations, prompting demand for stricter oversight and swift justice to prevent such heinous crimes. (PC: NDTV)

On July 26, 2025, the Supreme Court bench of Justices P S Narasimha and Atul S Chandurkar told the couple—comprising a decorated fighter pilot involved in the 2019 Balakot airstrike and his IIM‑graduate wife—to settle their matrimonial dispute amicably, without treating each other as enemies . The Court issued notice on the wife’s FIR against him and urged both parties to move forward with forgiveness, not vengeance. It highlighted that, despite serious allegations from both sides—including claims of mental harassment—reconciliation should be prioritized over continued litigation.

A tragic roof‐collapse at the government school in Piplodi village, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan on July 25, 2025, killed seven students and injured 28–35 others as they gathered for morning prayers. Several children had warned teachers about debris falling, but their concerns were reportedly dismissed just minutes before the roof gave way. Around 35 students were inside; rescue workers, villagers, and staff pulled the trapped out amid chaos .Following the tragedy, five teachers were suspended and a high‑level state inquiry ordered, while compensation and full medical support were promised for the victims. (PC: PTI)

Newsletter Summary (111 words) Parliament will hold a special 16-hour discussion on the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor next week, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju confirmed. The Lok Sabha will begin the debate on July 28, followed by the Rajya Sabha on July 29. The decision was made by the Business Advisory Committee amid opposition demands for Prime Minister Modi’s presence and response. The April 22 attack in Pahalgam claimed 26 lives, prompting India’s retaliatory Operation Sindoor. Despite ongoing disruptions in the Monsoon Session, the government prioritized this issue. The discussion is expected to draw national and international attention, with potential implications for India’s counterterrorism strategy and regional diplomacy. (PC: Sputnik India & Tata Group)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has officially surpassed Indira Gandhi to become India’s second-longest serving Prime Minister in a single uninterrupted term. As of July 25, 2025, Modi has completed 4,078 consecutive days in office, overtaking Gandhi’s 4,077-day record from 1966 to 1977. This milestone coincides with Modi’s visit to the Maldives for its Independence Day celebrations. BJP leaders hailed the achievement, highlighting Modi’s nearly 24-year journey in elected office, including his tenure as Gujarat’s Chief Minister. He is the first PM born after Independence, the longest-serving non-Congress PM, and the only leader to win six consecutive elections. Modi now trails only Jawaharlal Nehru, who served for 16 years and 286 days. (PC: The Express Tribune & Indian National Congress)

The government said 112 Air India pilots called in sick on June 16, four days after the deadly AI-171 crash. The flight, heading to London, crashed near Ahmedabad and killed 260 people, including ex-Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani. The sick pilots included 51 commanders and 61 first officers. A minister said the DGCA already has mental health rules to support pilots and air traffic staff. These include regular checks and peer support programmes. The Black Box from the crash was decoded in India for the first time. A preliminary report has been released, and the probe is being handled by AAIB. (PC: Reuters)

In the Kolkata law student gang-rape case, investigators have confirmed that blood samples and CCTV footage match the victim’s testimony, tightening the case against prime accused Monojit Mishra. Officials revealed that Mishra had been targeting the first-year student from her first day at South Calcutta Law College, indicating premeditation. The SIT recovered the victim’s blood-stained clothes, DNA samples, and the hockey stick used in the assault. CCTV footage shows her being dragged across the corridor. Investigators also found Mishra contacted a college staffer the next morning. The court has questioned the delay in action despite earlier 2023 complaints.