An Israeli airstrike on a school-turned-shelter in Gaza City killed at least 80 people and injured nearly 50 others, according to Palestinian health authorities. The Israeli military acknowledged the strike, claiming it targeted a Hamas command center within the school’s mosque compound, killing 19 militants. However, Palestinian officials denied any militant presence. The U.N. condemned the attack, noting it was part of a pattern of strikes on schools, with over 21 attacks since July 4. Israel disputed the casualty numbers, asserting that the munitions used couldn’t have caused such extensive damage.

Senior IAS officer T V Somanathan has been appointed as the new Cabinet Secretary of India. He will take over from Rajiv Gauba, who is completing a record five-year term this month. The government has approved Somanathan's appointment for a two-year tenure starting August 30. Currently serving as Finance Secretary, Somanathan is a 1987-batch IAS officer from the Tamil Nadu cadre. He has held various key positions, including Joint Secretary in the Prime Minister's Office and Expenditure Secretary. Somanathan is also a Chartered Accountant and holds a PhD in economics.

Muhammad Yunus, head of Bangladesh's interim government, has condemned recent attacks on minorities, especially Hindus, as “heinous.” Yunus, speaking at Begum Rokeya University, said, “Are they (minorities) not the people of this country? You must say, 'No one can harm them. They are my brothers; we fought together, and we will stay together.’” He warned that the attacks could be a deliberate effort to disrupt progress. Over 200 attacks on minorities have been reported since the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s government. Thousands of Bangladeshi Hindus are fleeing to India to escape the violence.

Russia has declared a "counter-terrorism operation" in the Kursk, Belgorod, and Bryansk regions after Ukrainian troops advanced into Russian territory. Ukrainian forces have reportedly moved 10 km inside Russia, seizing villages and threatening the town of Sudzha. Moscow has responded by sending reinforcements, including tanks, to the area. Authorities now have the power to restrict movement, enter homes, and monitor communications. Over 76,000 people have been evacuated from the border areas. The Ukrainian government has not officially acknowledged the incursion. The situation remains tense, with the conflict nearing a Russian nuclear plant, raising global concerns.

Hindenburg Research has accused SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch of having a stake in offshore funds tied to the Adani Group scandal. The US-based firm claims that Buch and her husband, Dhaval Buch, invested in obscure Bermuda and Mauritius entities linked to alleged financial misconduct by the Adani Group. Opposition leaders quickly reacted, criticizing SEBI for conflicts of interest. The report follows Hindenburg's previous allegations against Adani, which were denied by the billionaire. SEBI has not yet responded to these latest claims. The situation adds another layer of controversy to the ongoing investigation.

An Israeli airstrike on a school in Gaza City killed 100 people, according to Gaza's civil defense agency. The Israeli military stated that the strike targeted a Hamas command center located within the Al-Taba'een school. The incident is described as a "horrific massacre" by Gaza authorities, with some bodies catching fire. This is the latest in the ongoing conflict that began after Hamas's October 7 attack on Israel. The war has resulted in over 39,000 deaths in Gaza, according to local health officials. Israel continues its campaign to dismantle Hamas, leading to intense fighting across the region.

Kolkata Police arrested Sanjay Roy, the main suspect in the murder of a postgraduate trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College, using a crucial clue—a Bluetooth headphone left at the crime scene. The victim's body was found in the hospital's seminar hall, with an autopsy confirming sexual assault. CCTV footage showed Roy near the crime scene, and his phone automatically connected to the Bluetooth device during questioning, leading to his arrest. The case has sparked widespread protests by doctors demanding justice. West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has vowed to seek the death penalty for the accused.

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has delayed its decision on Vinesh Phogat's appeal against her disqualification from the Paris Olympics final. Vinesh was disqualified for being 100 grams overweight before her final match. The CAS hearing concluded, but the verdict has been extended to August 13. Vinesh has requested to be awarded joint silver with Cuban wrestler Yusneylis Guzman Lopez, who replaced her in the final. The Indian Olympic Association remains hopeful for a favorable outcome. Support for Vinesh has poured in from athletes, including Japanese Olympic champion Rei Higuchi and Indian hockey legend PR Sreejesh.

A second-year postgraduate student doctor was found dead in RG Kar Medical College, Kolkata. Police confirmed she was sexually assaulted before being murdered. Her body was discovered semi-nude with multiple injuries. The incident has sparked widespread protests by students and medical staff, demanding better security. An SIT has been formed to investigate, and one suspect has been arrested. The victim's family alleges attempts to hide the truth. The BJP has called for a CBI probe and re-postmortem. The initial autopsy ruled out suicide, confirming it as a case of homicide following sexual assault.

Indian Olympic bronze medallist Sarabjot Singh, 22, has turned down a Deputy Director position in Haryana's Sports Department to focus on his shooting career. Despite family pressure to accept the job for stability, Sarabjot remains committed to his sport. He recently won a bronze medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event at the Paris Olympics. Upon returning to his hometown in Dheen village, Ambala, he received a hero's welcome. Sarabjot’s decision highlights his dedication to achieving further success in shooting, with his sights set on future Olympic goals.