In a bizarre administrative lapse, Bihar’s Masaurhi zone issued a digitally signed residence certificate to a dog named Dog Babu, listing his parents as Kutta Babu and Kuttiya Devi, complete with a canine photo. The certificate, processed via the RTPS portal, bore the digital signature of Revenue Officer Murari Chauhan, raising serious concerns about system integrity. Officials confirmed the certificate was canceled immediately and an FIR filed against the applicant, computer operator, and issuing officer. The incident, part of the ongoing State Identification Registry (SIR) drive, has triggered political backlash and a 24-hour probe. A similar case involving a tractor was reported weeks earlier. (PC: Times Now)

A tragic stampede at the Awsaneshwar Mahadev Temple in Haidergarh, Uttar Pradesh, left 2 devotees dead and over 40 injured early Monday. The chaos began around 3 am during jalabhishek rituals on the third Monday of Sawan, when a monkey damaged an overhead electric wire, causing it to fall on a tin shed. The live current shocked around 19 people, triggering panic. The deceased includes 22-year-old Prashant from Mubarakpura village. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ordered immediate relief. This follows a similar tragedy in Haridwar on Sunday that claimed 8 lives. Authorities have launched an investigation into both incidents. (PC: India Today)

A determined teenager in Muzaffarpur, Bihar has built a fully functional aircraft from scrap materials—thermocol, discarded parts—without formal education, lab access, or funding. The self-taught inventor spent minimal money yet managed to fly the craft, drawing widespread attention as onlookers cheered in amazement . His creation demonstrates ingenuity, creativity, and passion, inspiring viewers across the country. The viral video shows the makeshift plane taking off and landing smoothly, highlighting what raw dedication and smart improvisation can achieve. The boy’s story serves as a powerful message of possibility against the odds.

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, plans to cut nearly 2% of its global workforce—about 12,000 jobs—by FY2026. The decision stems from challenges like AI-led role disruption, skill mismatches, and economic uncertainty. Most affected employees will be in middle and senior-level roles. TCS aims to reskill some staff while offering severance, insurance extensions, and placement support to those exiting. The move follows backlash over TCS’s strict 35-day bench policy, which has caused job insecurity among unassigned employees. TCS says the restructuring is vital to building an agile, future-ready organization. (PC: The Economic Times)

Six devotees died and over 25 were injured in a stampede at Haridwar's Mansa Devi temple on Sunday. A viral video shows chaotic scenes as a man yells “peeche jaao” to control the crowd. The incident occurred on the stairway route amid a massive rush. Five injured were shifted to AIIMS. An eyewitness claimed panic started after an electric current was felt near a pole, but police ruled out electrocution. Rescue operations are ongoing. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences and assured support to victims’ families. Authorities are probing the cause as thousands continue visiting the temple during the pilgrimage season. (PC: India Today)

Eurasian otters, once believed extinct in Kashmir, have resurfaced with three sightings since 2023, exciting conservationists and locals. A video captured by a teen in Hugam, Anantnag, shows one otter paddling in the Lidder River before vanishing into the bushes. Wildlife officials confirm sightings in two locations, suggesting improved habitats or reduced poaching. Biologist Nisarg Prakash says their return signals healthier ecosystems. Protected under India’s Wildlife Protection Act, otters were once common in Himalayan waters but disappeared due to construction and habitat loss. Now, their reappearance offers hope for the region’s fragile aquatic biodiversity and renewed focus on conservation. (PC: X)

A tragic stampede at Haridwar’s Mansa Devi Temple on Sunday killed 6 people and injured over 25 during a massive crowd surge on the stairway route. Panic reportedly spread after some devotees felt an electric current from a nearby pole, though police later ruled out electrocution as the cause. Rescue teams including SDRF and local police rushed to the site. Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Dhami and PM Narendra Modi expressed grief and assured ongoing relief efforts. Five of the injured have been shifted to AIIMS. The incident occurred during the Shraavana season, a time of heavy footfall at Hindu shrines. 

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)