Ten more Palestinians in Gaza have died from malnutrition in the past 24 hours, according to the Hamas-run health ministry, as over 100 aid agencies accuse Israel of causing “mass starvation.” The UN Security Council is meeting urgently to discuss the worsening crisis. Despite Israel claiming that 950 truckloads of aid are waiting to be distributed, aid is reportedly not reaching civilians. Gaza’s residents describe unbearable conditions, with basic food like lentils and bread costing over 600 shekels daily. Meanwhile, Israel’s military operations continue, with 17 more people reportedly killed in air strikes, according to Gaza’s Civil Defence agency. (PC: BBC)

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, who resigned citing health reasons on July 21, is preparing to vacate the Vice President Enclave in Delhi, where he had been residing since April 2024. Sources told India Today that Dhankhar declined meeting requests from opposition leaders like Sharad Pawar and Sanjay Raut following his sudden resignation. Though entitled to a government Type VIII bungalow, Dhankhar’s move has stirred speculation beyond health concerns. The 74-year-old’s exit has triggered a political buzz, with probable successors including Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, Delhi LG VK Saxena, and J&K LG Manoj Sinha being discussed for the vacant VP post. (PC: HT)

The Delhi government has revamped its Mukhyamantri Khel Protsahan Yojana, offering ₹7 crore for Olympic and Paralympic gold medallists, ₹5 crore for silver, and ₹3 crore for bronze. Gold and silver winners will also receive Group A jobs in the government, while bronze medallists get Group B posts. The initiative aims to retain sporting talent in Delhi and promote excellence. Additional incentives include ₹5 lakh for national-level athletes, ₹11 lakh for National Games medallists, and ₹20 lakh annual support for elite performers. The scheme also enhances training and infrastructure for long-term athlete development in the capital.

ISRO’s Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) and the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) have successfully developed India’s first personnel sphere for the Samudrayaan mission—a 2.1-meter titanium capsule designed to carry three humans to 6,000 meters deep in the ocean. Using advanced Electron Beam Welding (EBW), the complex 7.1-meter weld was completed in just 32 minutes, after 700 trial runs. The capsule passed non-destructive tests like TOFD and PAUT. Certified to withstand 600 bar pressure at -3°C, the sphere will now be integrated into the Matsya 6000 submersible for upcoming sea trials under India’s Deep Ocean Mission. (PC: NIOT)

The FAA recently approved up to 25 annual Starship launches by SpaceX, expanding the ocean debris zone nearly 75‑fold—into waters surrounding Hawaii’s eight main islands, including the UNESCO-listed Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument and Mokumanamana, sacred to Native Hawaiians . Environmentalists and Native Hawaiian leaders warn that falling debris, fuel residues, and sonic booms could harm endangered marine life and violate cultural lifeways . Critics argue the FAA’s ecological assessment was rushed, relied on SpaceX-backed studies, and lacked meaningful local consultation . Lawsuits demanding a full environmental impact review are underway, raising debate over balancing private space ambitions with preserving sacred, sensitive ecosystems. 

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)

KL Rahul equalled Sunil Gavaskar’s record of scoring 1000+ runs as an Indian opener in overseas Tests as India reached 78/0 at lunch on Day 1 of the 4th Test against England at Old Trafford, Manchester. Rahul remained unbeaten on 40 alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal, who scored 36, after England opted to bowl first. The opening pair saw off the new ball comfortably in a solid first session, giving India the upper hand. With the five-match series level at 1-1, the visitors made the most of a good batting pitch, aiming to build a strong first-innings total. (PC: NDTV)

India and the UK are set to finalize a landmark Free Trade Agreement during PM Modi’s July 24 visit to London. The deal will eliminate tariffs on ~99% of Indian exports to the UK—including textiles, leather, gems, marine products, auto parts, and organic chemicals—and phase out duties on 90% of UK goods imported into India, with 64% cut immediately . Key sector wins include zero‑duty access for labour‑intensive industries and improved services mobility. Scotch whisky and cars see staged tariff cuts, while provisions include enhanced market access, professional visa movement, and streamlined procurement . The pact aims to double bilateral trade to $120 bn by 2030, pending legislative ratification in both nations. (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)

A Pune suburban rail passenger misplaced their ticket on the Pune–Akurdi route and was fined ₹510. Due to a technical glitch with the railway’s official digital payment system and no cash on hand, the ticket checker collected the fine through her personal Google Pay account. The amount was later forwarded to railways under receipt MR UFV22071478. Pune railway division spokesperson Hemantkumar Behera confirmed this practice violates protocol, and the staff member has been formally warned. Official guidance now prohibits accepting personal UPI payments even during system failures, and railway digital infrastructure is being enhanced to prevent repeat incidents. (PC: AP)