The Supreme Court has dismissed petitions seeking a court-monitored probe into the sale of electoral bonds, citing the availability of other legal remedies. The court ruled that allegations of "quid pro quo" deals between political parties and corporate donors must be pursued through existing legal channels, such as approaching authorities with specific claims. The bench emphasized that judicial intervention is premature without exhausting these remedies. The decision means that petitioners must first seek relief through established legal processes before seeking court intervention, and only if those efforts fail can the court consider stepping in.

The death toll from Tuesday's landslides in Kerala's Wayanad district has risen to 308, with rescuers racing to find survivors trapped under debris. Over 200 people were injured in the disaster, triggered by heavy rainfall. Rescue efforts, now in their fourth day, are being expanded to include drone-based radar to locate survivors. Challenges include treacherous terrain, destroyed roads and bridges, and equipment shortages, hindering efforts to clear mud and debris. Emergency personnel are working tirelessly to reach trapped survivors and provide aid to affected areas.

The Supreme Court will deliver its judgment today on the NEET-UG medical entrance exam controversy. The court had declined to cancel the 2024 exam despite allegations of paper leaks and irregularities. A 3-judge bench, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, will provide reasons for its decision. Petitioners had sought re-examination or cancellation of the exam. The verdict will determine the fate of thousands of students who took the exam. The court's decision will be closely watched by students, educators, and the medical community, and will provide clarity on the future of the exam.

Rahul Gandhi visited a relief camp in Meppadi, Wayanad, where over 800 people affected by landslides are sheltered. During his visit, a victim, Unnikrishnan, appealed for help, saying "humko bachao" (save us). Gandhi responded by speaking with Unnikrishnan one-on-one. The camp, set up at Meppadi Higher Secondary School, provides aid to those rescued from landslide-hit areas. Gandhi's visit aimed to assess relief efforts and offer support to affected individuals. The interaction highlighted Gandhi's engagement with those in need.

Kerala's Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan announced that "all those who are alive have been saved" from the landslide-hit villages in Wayanad. The death toll is expected to exceed 300, with 177 confirmed dead and 170 still missing. Vijayan stated, "It is assumed that nobody is left to be saved in the villages of Mundakkai, Chooralmala, and Attamala." Rescue workers have also recovered 92 body parts, primarily from the Chaliyar River. Efforts are now focused on retrieving bodies from the affected areas. Among the missing are 29 school children. The state government is preparing to cremate or bury unidentified bodies, with assistance from Karnataka to provide additional storage freezers.

The CBI filed its first chargesheet in the NEET-UG 2024 paper leak case, naming 13 accused, including four candidates and two alleged kingpins, Nitish Kumar and Amit Anand. The leak, which sparked nationwide protests, involved a conspiracy to sell the paper for ₹30-32 lakh per student. The investigation used advanced forensic techniques to gather evidence. Health Minister Veena George highlighted the psychological trauma faced by thousands in relief camps. Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi visited the site, pledging support. The CBI continues to investigate, with more arrests and supplementary chargesheets expected.

The death toll from the landslides in Kerala's Wayanad district has risen to 289, with over 200 still missing. Rough terrain and damaged infrastructure have hampered rescue operations, now in their third day. The Indian Army has built a Bailey bridge to facilitate the movement of heavy machinery. Health Minister Veena George highlighted the psychological trauma faced by thousands in relief camps. Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi visited the site, pledging support. The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for heavy rain in the region, further complicating rescue efforts.

Severe rain and cloudbursts in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand have led to 11 deaths and left over 50 people missing. Flash floods struck Kullu, Shimla, and Mandi districts, causing widespread damage. In Uttarakhand, at least ten people died and hundreds were trapped as infrastructure on the Kedarnath route was destroyed. Rescue efforts are underway, with 450 pilgrims stranded on the Kedarnath trek. Chief Ministers of both states are coordinating relief operations, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi is monitoring the situation. Advisories have been issued for safety amid ongoing heavy rains.

Massive landslides in Wayanad, Kerala, have resulted in 289 deaths and over 200 injuries, with 220 still missing. Heavy rains caused three landslides, devastating Mundakkai, Chooralmala, Attamala, and Noolpuzha villages. The Army has rescued around 1,000 people, and a Command Centre is set up in Kozhikode. Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan held an all-party meeting to coordinate efforts and prevent disease outbreaks. Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi visited the affected areas. The IMD predicts more rain, with a red alert for several districts.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Swapnil Kusale on winning the bronze medal in the Men's 50m Rifle 3 Positions at the Paris Olympics 2024. Kusale shot an aggregate of 451.4 to finish third, taking India's overall tally to three bronze medals in shooting. Modi praised Kusale's exceptional performance, resilience, and skills, noting he's the first Indian to win a medal in this category. The PM's tweet expressed national pride and happiness at Kusale's achievement, a historic moment for Indian athletics.