On July 23, 2025, IndiGo’s ATR‑76 aircraft (flight 6E‑7966, VT‑IYA) aborted its 11 a.m. takeoff from Ahmedabad to Diu after one engine triggered a fire warning during the takeoff roll. The pilot issued a “Mayday” and the flight was safely halted on the runway. All 60 passengers and crew disembarked without injury. IndiGo stated that standard operating procedures were followed, and the aircraft will undergo thorough maintenance before returning to service. Passengers were offered refreshments, accommodation, and refunds as needed. DGCA and IndiGo will jointly investigate the technical glitch. (PC: ANI)

Uttar Pradesh’s Special Task Force, Noida unit, raided a rented property in Ghaziabad’s Kavi Nagar on July 22, arresting Harsh Vardhan Jain for operating a fake embassy representing non-existent micronations like “West Arctica,” “Seborga,” “Lodonia,” “Poulvia” and others . Jain posed as a diplomat, promising overseas jobs and brokering deals through forged diplomatic passports, seals, morphed photos with world leaders and vehicles with fake diplomatic plates . Authorities seized ₹44–45 lakh cash, foreign currency, four luxury cars with plates, 18 fake plates, 12 micronation passports and Ministry of External Affairs seals . Jain faces charges of forgery, impersonation, hawala and money laundering; investigations into his network continue. (PC: The Hindu)

Six gelatin sticks and detonators were discovered in a plastic bag near the toilet at Bengaluru’s Kalasipalya BMTC bus stand, prompting a swift response from the police and Anti-Terrorist Squad. The explosives were concealed inside a plastic cover and found by a staff member who alerted security after an unattended bag remained unclaimed. Deputy Commissioner of Police (West) confirmed the recovery and said an FIR is yet to be registered. The area has been secured, and a probe is underway to trace the source and motive. Authorities have not ruled out foul play, and no suspects have been identified yet. (PC: India Today)

Actor Tanushree Dutta has alleged harassment inside her home and claimed threats from a “Bollywood mafia gang,” likening her situation to that of late actor Sushant Singh Rajput. In a video shared online, Dutta said she’s been followed, spied on by planted maids, and mentally tormented for years. “I fear for my life,” she told News18, adding she plans to lodge a police complaint. Dutta, who ignited India’s #MeToo movement in 2018 with accusations against Nana Patekar, clarified she’s not reopening old cases but seeking justice for fresh threats. Mumbai Police has not yet responded to her claims. (PC: News18)

A British Royal Navy F‑35B stealth jet, part of HMS Prince of Wales Carrier Strike Group, made an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram on June 14 due to a hydraulic fault, low fuel, and poor weather . Grounded for five weeks, the aircraft received full support from the Indian Air Force and airport staff . A 24‑member UK engineering team arrived on July 6, towed the jet into a hangar, and completed repairs and safety checks . With clearance granted around July 21, the F‑35B took off early Tuesday, concluding its unplanned stay—which generated social media buzz and memes.

Reports reveal Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar collapsed during an event in Nainital before his resignation citing health issues. He was admitted to AIIMS Delhi in March after chest pain and advised rest. Dhankhar’s health visibly declined over recent months, including fainting episodes and public appearances with assistance. His abrupt resignation on July 22, accepted by President Droupadi Murmu, has sparked political speculation. PM Modi said, “Wishing him good health,” praising Dhankhar’s service. The Ministry of Home Affairs has notified his resignation. Dhankhar’s tenure was set till 2027 but was cut short by ongoing health concerns. (PC: HT)

The Centre informed Lok Sabha that the CBI will probe Reliance Communications and Anil Ambani after State Bank of India (SBI) classified them as ‘fraud’ over unpaid dues worth ₹2,227 crore. SBI had initially marked the account as fraud in 2020, but a Delhi High Court stay delayed action. The classification was re-applied in 2025 after following RBI guidelines. SBI has reported the fraud to RBI and is proceeding with a formal complaint to CBI. RCom remains under insolvency proceedings at NCLT Mumbai. SBI has also filed a personal insolvency case against Ambani under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code. (PC: NDTV)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has responded to the resignation of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, stating that Dhankhar "got many opportunities to serve the country." Modi also extended his best wishes for Dhankhar's good health, acknowledging the former Vice President's cited health concerns as the reason for his departure. President Droupadi Murmu has accepted the resignation. The development marks a significant political event, with further implications expected to unfold. This news comes as a key update following Dhankhar's unexpected exit from the Vice President's post. (PC: NDTV & Free Press Journal)

The Ashoka pillars at Lauriya Nandangarh and Rampurva in Bihar’s West Champaran are on UNESCO’s Tentative List but not yet designated as World Heritage Sites, Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat told Parliament. Listed under 'Serial Nomination for Ashokan Edict Sites along the Mauryan Routes,' these pillars remain well-preserved by the Archaeological Survey of India. India’s nomination spans multiple states including Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, and Delhi. The UNESCO Tentative List is a prerequisite for future World Heritage inclusion. The government clarified no plans currently exist to build a museum in Valmiki Nagar constituency. (PC: India Today)

The Election Commission of India (EC) told the Supreme Court that during Bihar’s Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls (SIR), documents like Aadhaar, voter ID, and ration cards cannot serve as proof of voter eligibility, it needs valid citizenship proof. The EC flagged fake ration cards and noted that Aadhaar doesn’t establish citizenship. It added that current voter IDs just reflect entries and cannot confirm eligibility. However, exclusion from the list doesn’t impact citizenship. While the SC asked the EC to consider these documents, the EC stressed its constitutional authority and a broader 11‑document list that’s illustrative, not exhaustive. Bihar’s SIR ensures electoral accuracy without questioning citizenship. (PC: Vote India & Hindi News)