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The Centre has issued Letters of Intent for 11 new flying training schools in India, increasing the annual pilot training capacity by 750 cadets. This expansion is expected to significantly boost the domestic pilot training ecosystem.

Santosh Lad welcomes BJP leaders’ drought study and requests an early report submission to the Centre. He anticipates portfolio allocation within the next two to three days and expresses readiness to handle his assigned responsibilities.

The Punjab Assembly passed a resolution urging the Centre to suspend the mandatory rollout of E20 fuel. Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema questioned the advancement of the E20 fuel policy implementation from its original 2030 target.

The Supreme Court has mandated the implementation of SOPs and mechanisms to address 'digital arrests' and ensure time-bound refunds. It directs the Centre, States, the Reserve Bank of India, and telecom authorities to establish grievance redressal systems and zero FIR processes.

The Supreme Court of India directed the Centre to consider replacing Jantar Mantar as Delhi’s designated protest site with Ramlila Maidan as the principal venue. The plea seeks to discontinue Jantar Mantar’s role as a protest site.

The Supreme Court ruled that changes to transgender law cannot revoke rights already granted. Petitioners, representing the transgender community, sought to prevent authorities from cancelling transgender ID cards.

The Centre has committed to explaining steps taken from printing the NEET question paper to its distribution to students in response to a Supreme Court directive. A Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leaders' plea is awaiting recommendations from a government-formed high-powered task force led by Nandan Nilekani regarding the online conduct of the NEET examination.

The Supreme Court clarified that states can withdraw FIRs against students in accordance with the law. This followed the Centre's assurance to CJP that it was 'serious' about the matter.

Arvind Kejriwal of AAP has requested petrol stations to offer both pure petrol and E20 fuel options, and demanded lower prices for ethanol-blended petrol. He also alleged that the central government yielded to Trump.

The Supreme Court has emphasized the need for clear pedestrian pathways, stating that the Centre must ensure every road has encroachment-free space for walking. The court highlighted the fundamental right to walk safely and freely as urban encroachments increase.

The Centre is credited with playing a key role in the State's development according to an A.P. BJP spokesperson.

The Centre and Andhra Pradesh have announced a relief package for tobacco farmers, including interest-free loans of ₹50,000 for approximately 45,000 farmers, a state incentive for low-grade tobacco, and assured minimum purchase prices effective from August 3.

The Centre's additional tax devolution will provide ₹4,597 crore in funds to Andhra Pradesh, enabling the government to expedite ongoing projects and strengthen efforts toward long-term development goals, as stated by Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu.

The HMT Employees Union (CITU) has highlighted continuous salary delays and urged the Centre to implement the pending HMT revival package. Employees are seeking intervention from an MP to address the crisis.

The Centre will release its share of over ₹2,117 crore in advance for disaster relief to seven flood-hit States. Himachal Pradesh, Odisha, and Nagaland have already received the first instalment of the Central share for the financial year 2026-27.

The Centre has released an additional installment of ₹1.09 lakh crore in tax devolution to States. Currently, 41% of the taxes collected by the Centre are distributed among States in 14 installments annually.

A BJP MLA challenges the Congress government to enact a law similar to the Centre's to strengthen the examination system. The request aims to align state policies with central government initiatives in this area.

The Centre released ₹2,597 crore to Kerala as an additional instalment of tax devolution to boost capital spending. This payment is in addition to the routine monthly devolution set for August 10 by the Union Finance Ministry.

The Gauhati High Court has issued a notice to the Centre, Indian Air Force (IAF), and Mizoram government over a petition challenging the acquisition of 110 bighas of land in Lengpui village. The petition alleges compensation was paid to individuals who were not lawful landowners of the acquired land.

Technical issues in Vahan and Sarathi portals have disrupted vehicle registration, driving licence, and e-challan services in Kerala, prompting the Motor Vehicles Department to request improvements from the Centre and NIC. Officials attribute the problems to system overload, poor connectivity, and outdated ICT devices.

The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the Centre regarding a petition seeking to ban polygamy. The petition demands compulsory registration of Muslim marriages and divorces with State authorities to prevent secret subsequent marriages.

The Centre has reaffirmed its position on the Mekedatu dam project and reiterated its response in the Lok Sabha. No new details or concessions were mentioned in the parliamentary reply.

INL questions Kerala Chief Minister over the PM SHRI scheme after the Centre’s clarification, which the INL State general secretary claims contradicts the Chief Minister’s assertion that the state was obligated to proceed with the scheme due to the previous LDF government's MoU.

The Supreme Court quashed the Centre’s 2021 Office Memorandum on ex post facto environmental clearance, ruling that future amnesty under the Environment (Protection) Act must be issued via statutory notification, not administrative order, and apply only to projects of supervening public interest under the EIA framework.

The Supreme Court has directed the Centre to preserve logs of RAF ammunition used in a protest led by the CJP. Advocate Vrinda Grover argued the petition specifically targets the use of metallic kinetic pellets.

The Indian Centre's crackdown on websites and Telegram channels hosting pirated Malayalam films has been praised by Mollywood for strengthening the anti-piracy campaign. The action targets copyright-infringing content distribution networks, aligning with the film industry's efforts to combat piracy.

Kejriwal accuses the Centre of coercing vehicle manufacturers into silence regarding the E20 issue. The claim centers on alleged pressure to suppress discussions about E20 fuel.

The Centre's assurance to withdraw FIRs cannot override statutory processes. Once an FIR is registered, it cannot be cancelled without following legal procedures, including police closure reports or prosecutor withdrawals subject to court approval.

Pinarayi, Kerala Assembly's Leader of the Opposition, accuses the UDF government of targeting students and artists who protested against the Centre with legal cases for participating in peaceful solidarity programs.

The Kerala government finds the Centre's position on the ESA draft unacceptable, as stated by an MP. The article highlights a disagreement between the state and central governments over the draft.

The State government is addressing a mismatch in urban-rural fund allocation by highlighting a flaw in the 16th Finance Commission’s definition of rural and urban areas in Kerala. Chief Minister Satheesan has contacted the Centre to resolve this issue.

M.G.R. Medical University challenges University Grants Commission (UGC) regulations regarding the granting of 'deemed university' status to private medical colleges. The Madras High Court Chief Justice’s Bench has issued notices to the Centre and the UGC.

The Supreme Court expressed displeasure with the Centre's non-compliance with a Madhya Pradesh High Court order to confer a gallantry award on Vivek Singh Chouhan. The Centre has assured a positive solution by August 7.

The Supreme Court invalidated the 2021 Office Memorandum allowing retroactive environmental clearances but upheld the government’s authority to implement 'amnesty schemes'. Retrospective clearances under the 2017 notification and 2021 OM remain valid unless individually challenged in court.

The Centre reissued a notification on the Western Ghats eco-sensitive zone amid unresolved differences with six Western Ghats States over inclusion of villages and regions. States are concerned about the notification's impact on farming, infrastructure, and development activities.

The Centre has not set a timeline for the Namma Metro Red Line, with approval contingent on appraisal and resource availability. The proposed corridor will connect Hebbal in north Bengaluru to Sarjapur Road, covering major hubs like the Central Business District and Koramangala.

The Centre and Assam government are collaborating to provide relief to flood-affected people. Prime Minister met with Assam MPs to discuss the prevailing flood situation and expressed prayers for safety and well-being.

The Karnataka High Court invalidated the Health Security and National Security Cess Act, 2025, directing the Centre to revise the pan masala cess law. The court ruled that levying a cess based on assumed machine production capacity is invalid.

CJP warns of fresh protests due to the Centre’s alleged breach of a promise, demanding a written agreement. The Centre is cracking down on protesters and volunteers across states, while Bihar has withdrawn FIRs against protesters, with no response from BJP-ruled West Bengal.

The Indian Centre has stated that Karnataka does not need consent from other Cauvery riparian states to build a structure at Mekedatu, citing a Supreme Court order. Karnataka claims the proposed reservoir-cum-drinking water project at Mekedatu will not disrupt its obligation to release the stipulated Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu.