CWG 2026: Mandaviya hails Seema, Lovepreet for medal-winning performances

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya praised Seema Kaliramna for her bronze in discus throw and Lovepreet Singh for his silver in weightlifting at the Commonwealth Games 2026, congratulating them for their medal-winning performances. Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya hailed Indian athletes Seema Kaliramna and Lovepreet Singh for their medal-winning performances at the Commonwealth Games 2026. … Read more

AMZN Stock Soars 7% After-Hours — Amazon’s Q2 AWS Grows At Fastest Pace In Five Years, Boosts 2026 Capex To $220B

Revenue for the second quarter ending June 2026 reached $201 billion, above expectations of $197 billion. Amazon sees Q3 revenue at between $197.0 billion and $202.0 billion, up 9% to 12% from the same quarter last year.  Amazon hikes 2026 capex outlook to $220 billion from $200 billion.  Amazon reported AWS sales at $42.2 billion, … Read more

Tripura moving forward in good governance, reforms, says CM Manik Saha

Tripura CM Manik Saha says the govt is prioritising overall development in sectors like connectivity, water, & IT. While inaugurating projects in Khowai, he stated Tripura is moving forward in good governance and competing with developed states. Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said that the present state government is working with priority for the overall … Read more

CEC meets Georgian envoy, discuss strengthening democratic cooperation

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar met envoys from Georgia, Uzbekistan, and Sri Lanka. They discussed strengthening democratic cooperation, collaborating on election management, and training election staff, building on the agenda set at IICDEM 2026. CEC meets Georgian Ambassador on democratic cooperation Chief Election Commissioner and Chairman of the Council of Member States of International IDEA … Read more

South Africa Plans ZAR 500 ETA Fee for Travellers; New Rules From August 2026

Indian passport holders travelling to South Africa for business or tourism can now apply online for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), and the process may soon include a fixed ZAR 500 (about ₹2,500) processing fee. South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs has released draft rules proposing the new charge for ETA applications. Public comments are … Read more

HP: Constable suspended after approaching Guv; CM assures due process

A Himachal Pradesh police constable was suspended for alleged indiscipline after approaching the Governor over his transfer. CM Sukhu assured due process, while the constable’s family alleges he is being victimized for his testimony in a 2017 case. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Thursday said the constitutional office of the Governor would be accorded … Read more

Petrol, Diesel Prices Today July 31: Check Fuel Rates as Brent Crude Climbs Amid Hormuz Crisis

On July 31, petrol and diesel prices in India remained unchanged, holding steady since the last revision on May 25. This stability occurred despite volatile global crude oil markets, with Brent crude at $87.14 per barrel amid geopolitical tensions. Petrol and diesel prices across India remained largely unchanged on Friday, July 31, even as global … Read more

Telangana to send govt teachers on foreign study tours like IAS/IPS

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy announced annual foreign study tours for government teachers to enhance their skills, with the state bearing the costs. The initiative aims to provide quality education and transform government schools into world-class institutions. Foreign Study Tours for Teachers Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy announced that foreign study tours will be arranged … Read more