Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticised the Narendra Modi government after the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) march in Delhi. He called Prime Minister Narendra Modi the “most anti-youth Prime Minister” and said students were punished instead of those behind the alleged paper leaks. “The hardworking youth got the punishment,” Gandhi said. He also claimed students were beaten and detained for raising valid concerns. Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also criticised the police action. “They are our children,” she said, urging the government to discuss education issues and the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak in Parliament instead of using force against protesters.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took an indirect swipe at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi while praising Skyroot Aerospace's successful Vikram-1 mission ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament. Highlighting that the private space company's team has an average age of 28, Modi remarked he was "not talking about a 56-year-old youngster," a comment widely seen as targeting the Leader of the Opposition. Congress criticised the remark, saying the real issue is unemployment among young Indians. Modi also congratulated Skyroot for India's first privately developed rocket to reach orbit and urged Parliament to hold fact-based, constructive discussions.

Aam Aadmi Party leaders Manish Sisodia, Sanjay Singh and Atishi joined the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) protest march at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, escalating political support for the ongoing agitation over alleged NEET paper leaks and education reforms. The leaders extended solidarity with protesters demanding accountability from the government. The CJP’s ‘Chalo Sansad’ march witnessed heightened security arrangements as thousands gathered near the protest site. The demonstration has been led by activist Sonam Wangchuk, whose hunger strike and demands for education system reforms have intensified the movement. The participation of senior AAP leaders marks a significant opposition presence at the protest

The Monsoon Session of Parliament begins on July 20 and will continue till August 13. The Opposition plans to raise issues such as the alleged NEET paper leak, the Ram Mandir donation row, price rise and foreign policy. The government will focus on introducing and passing key Bills, including amendments related to income tax, MSMEs and the Supreme Court. It will also seek approval for pending Bills like the FCRA Amendment Bill. The proposed women's reservation and delimitation Bill is not on the opening agenda but is expected to remain a major topic during the session.

Delhi Police have tightened security in New Delhi ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament and the planned July 20 "Chalo Sansad" march by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). Police said no permission has been granted for the march. Prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the BNSS are in force across the New Delhi district. Gatherings of five or more people are banned, except at Jantar Mantar with prior permission. Extra police, barricades, vehicle checks and CCTV surveillance have been deployed. The CJP plans to hold the July 20 march over alleged NEET irregularities and demand the Education Minister's resignation.

The Delhi High Court on Sunday directed the Centre and doctors treating activist Sonam Wangchuk to submit a detailed health status report within 3 days, with the next hearing scheduled for July 24. The court observed that Wangchuk was "not in detention" and noted that his family has been given access to him. During the hearing, doctors said Wangchuk has refused intravenous fluids despite repeated counselling but has accepted some oral fluids. The Centre said he was admitted to Safdarjung Hospital due to his deteriorating health and suggested he could be shifted to AIIMS if required. (PC: India Today)

Activist Sonam Wangchuk has called his hospitalisation an "illegal detention" in his first message since being removed from his hunger strike at Delhi's Jantar Mantar. Through his wife, he urged supporters to make the planned Parliament march on July 20 a success, describing the campaign as India's "2nd Freedom Movement" against fear and injustice. Wangchuk has been on a hunger strike since June 28, demanding accountability over alleged NEET exam irregularities and education reforms. Safdarjung Hospital said his condition is stable but requires continuous medical supervision due to the effects of prolonged fasting. (PC: India today)

Leaders of the INDIA bloc briefly walked out of the Centre's all-party meeting ahead of the Monsoon Session, protesting the government's decision to provide separate seating to rebel Trinamool Congress (TMC) MPs. The Opposition objected, saying the rebel group has not been officially recognised as a separate parliamentary party by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. TMC MP Mahua Moitra said the walkout was a symbolic protest backed by several INDIA bloc parties, including Congress, DMK and AAP. The Opposition leaders later returned to the meeting, which was held to discuss the government's legislative agenda for the upcoming Parliament session. (PC: India Today)

Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee has challenged rebel MPs and MLAs to return to Mamata Banerjee's leadership, declaring he would resign from all party posts within an hour if they did. Responding to allegations that he caused the party's internal crisis, Abhishek said those claiming loyalty to Mamata should prove it by rejoining the Trinamool Congress instead of attacking the party from outside. He also accused several defectors of aligning with the BJP for political gain. His remarks come amid an escalating rebellion within the TMC and efforts to restore party unity. (PC: PTI)

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has praised Lionel Messi ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Spain, calling the 39-year-old "the best player in the history of football." Scaloni urged fans to cherish the opportunity to watch Messi play on the biggest stage, saying his achievements are extraordinary. Messi has scored 8 goals in the tournament and is the World Cup's all-time leading scorer with 21 goals. Argentina will face defending European champions Spain on Sunday, aiming to become the first team in 64 years to win back-to-back FIFA World Cup titles. (PC: NDTV)