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Breaking News LIVE UPDATES, July 31, 2025, Latest News Today: Former Chief Minister O Panneerselvam-led AIADMK Cadres Rights Revival Committee on Thursday walked out of the BJP-led NDA coalition.
The Delhi government is exploring legal changes to address rising stray dog attacks, sources said Thursday. A meeting chaired by CM Rekha Gupta discussed relocating canines, though current Animal Birth Control Rules allow only sterilisation. The move follows the rabies death of a six-year-old in Rohini, which prompted Supreme Court concern over frequent dog bite incidents in the capital.
TMC slammed the Modi government after the US imposed a 25% tariff on Indian goods, accusing it of prioritizing photo-ops over real diplomacy. Citing the rupee’s record low and economic strain, the party said India is facing the cost of failed foreign policy. The Centre said it’s reviewing the impact and will take steps to protect national interests.
The 2008 Malegaon blast victims’ lawyer Shahid Nadeem called the acquittal of all seven accused, including Pragya Singh Thakur and Lt Col Prasad Purohit, a “significant failure” of the NIA. He said the agency ignored perjury charges against hostile witnesses. Victims’ families plan to appeal in the Bombay High Court, determined to seek justice for the blast that killed six.
Lt Col Bhanu Pratap Singh Mankotia and Lance Dafadar Daljit Singh, killed in a boulder accident in Ladakh, were cremated with full military honours in Punjab. The accident occurred near Galwan during a training convoy move. Three officers were injured. Grieving families and mourners paid tribute, with ministers and army officials attending the cremation ceremonies in Pathankot and Gurdaspur.
The BJP lashed out at Rahul Gandhi for endorsing US President Donald Trump’s “dead economy” remark about India, calling it a “shameful insult” to the nation. BJP’s Amit Malviya accused Gandhi of repeating foreign propaganda and undermining India’s growth. Citing global recognition of India’s economic resilience, Malviya said Gandhi’s credibility is “dead,” not the Indian economy.
Syria’s new foreign minister, Asaad al-Shibani, met Russia’s Sergey Lavrov in Moscow—marking the first official visit since Bashar Assad was ousted last year. Despite Russia not backing Assad during the rebel offensive, the new Damascus regime seeks strong ties with Moscow. Both sides discussed reconstruction, Israel’s actions, and protecting Russian interests. Syria emphasized peace and post-conflict rebuilding.
India is likely to receive above-normal rainfall in August and September, the IMD said Thursday. Most regions, except the northeast, parts of east, central, and southwest India, are expected to see normal or above-normal rain. The country already saw above-normal rainfall in June–July, with flash floods reported in some states like Himachal Pradesh, IMD chief Mrutyunjay Mohapatra said.
Air India’s Delhi–London flight AI2017 aborted takeoff on Thursday after a suspected technical issue. The Boeing 787-9 returned to the bay as a precaution, following standard procedures. An alternative aircraft is being arranged, and ground staff is assisting passengers. The airline said checks are underway, but the number of passengers onboard has not yet been confirmed.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi slammed Donald Trump for calling India’s economy “dead,” calling the remark arrogant or ignorant. Trump made the comment while imposing tariffs on India. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, however, backed Trump’s statement, saying only PM Modi and FM Sitharaman fail to see India’s “dead economy,” blaming the BJP for damaging key national policies.
Three people, including a teenage boy, died after a house roof collapsed amid heavy rain in Sarai Naurang, Lakki Marwat district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The Wednesday night incident followed torrential downpours that weakened the structure. Locals aided in rescue efforts. Authorities had earlier warned of glacial flooding and issued advisories as rains this year surpass last year’s levels.
Five Kanwariyas were injured, two critically after their car hit a stack of roadside bricks in Jharkhand's Dumka district. The devotees were returning from Deoghar's Baidhyanath Dham to Basukinath temple when the accident occurred in the Beltikri village.
Smoke was detected in a coach of a Shahid Khudiram-bound Kolkata Metro train at Chandi Chowk station on Thursday morning. All commuters safely deboarded, and the rake was sent to the carshed for inspection. Metro services on the Blue Line remain unaffected.
Three villagers, including two women were killed in an elephant attack in Odisha's Dhenkanal district. It led to the suspension of two forest officials for negligence. The victims were trampled while trying to fend off the animal. It has sparked protests by locals.
After the acquittal of all seven accused in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, Congress leader Digvijay Singh reiteraed that terrorism should not be linked to any religion. "No religion teaches violence," he said.
The Institute of Seismological Research (ISR) said a tremor of 3.3 magnitude hit Gujarat's Kutch district on Thursday morning. The tremor was recorded at 9:52 am with the epicenter located south-southwest of the Bela district.
Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader, Pintu Chakraborty was hacked to death by unidentified assailants in Kanaipur when a group of men attacked him with sharp objects. The incident occurred near the Kanaipur autorickshaw stand on Wednesday evening
A US Navy fighter jet has crashed near the Leemore Naval Air Station in California. The pilot ejected safely and no injuries were reported. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
Former BJP MP Pragya Thakur ex Army officer Shrikant Purohit acquitted in the 2008 Malegaon blast case. Prosecution failed to prove that the bomb was fitted on the bike. There is no evidence to show that Pragya Thakur is the owner of the bike. There is no evidence of RDX storage in Lt Col. Purohit's house.
Special Judge AK Lahoti will pronounce judgment in the Malegaon blast case.. Former BJP MP Pragya Singh Thakur and Lt. Colonel Prasad Purohit are amongst the accused.
Severe waterlogging has been reported across parts of Ghaziabad due to heavy rainfall.
Amid rising opposition pressure over tariffs, senior ministers including Amit Shah, JP Nadda, Piyush Goyal and Kiren Rijiju held a high-level meeting in the Parliament.
17 years after the Malegaon blast took place, a special NIA Court is expected to deliver the verdict today. Hearings from both sides concluded on April 19, following which the Court reserved its judgment.
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing 50 per cent tariffs on Brazil. He has cited the country's judicial actions and prosecution of former President Jair Bolsonaro as an economic emergency. The order invokes a 1977 law and follows earlier threats made to Brazilian President Lula. While certain goods, such as aircraft parts and fertilizers, are exempt, the tariffs will take effect in seven days. The US Treasury also sanctioned Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes for allegedly suppressing free speech.
First Australian-made rocket, Eris, crashed 14 seconds after flight in an attempt to reach orbit from the country's soil. Plumes of smoke were seen rising above the site as the rocket attempted to clear the launch tower and hovered into air.
The Narcotics Control Bureau seized 400 kg of hydroponic ganja worth Rs 40 crore from a woman passenger at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. The woman had allegedly smuggled the contraband from Bangkok via Dubai to evade suspicion. Further investigation is underway.
A 25-year-old Kanwar pilgrim died and six others were injured after a speeding truck rammed into them in Madhya Pradesh's Indore district on Wednesday night. The incident took place in the Kati Ghati area when the truck driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle.
Two motorcyclists were killed and a jeep driver critically inured after a speeding truck lost control and rammed into five vehicles on the Pune-Satara highway near Khed Shivapur on Wednesday morning. The truck crossed into the opposite lane, striking a container, a jeep and two bikes.
Several parts of Delhi NCR have received moderate to heavy rainfall since Wednesday evening. Traffic has also been affected due to incessant rains.
India's resolution on "Promoting Sustainable Lifestyles for the Wise Use of Wetlands" was unanimously adopted at Ramsar CoP15 in Zimbabwe, with support from 172 nations. The resolution emphasises individual and societal roles in wetland conservation and encourages sustainable practices.
