August 4, 2026

Month: July 2026

Saudi coalition accuses Iran-backed militias of drone attacks

** The Saudi-led coalition has accused Iranian-backed militias in Iraq of launching drone attacks on the kingdom, a move that is likely to escalate tensions in the region and raise concerns about further conflict, as the coalition steps up efforts to counter the drone threat and tensions between Saudi Arabia and Iran continue to simmer.

Madras High Court strikes down jobs order

** The Madras High Court has delivered a significant verdict, striking down an order granting government jobs to relatives of victims who died in the 2013 Karur stampede. The court held that the decision to extend employment benefits was unsustainable under the law, sparking mixed reactions from various quarters, including politicians, civil rights activists, and relatives of the victims.

Ukraine attacks Crimea infrastructure

** Ukraine has launched a series of attacks on key infrastructure in Crimea, targeting Russian military interests and disrupting daily life for residents in the region. The campaign is part of a broader effort to pressure Russia to negotiate a peaceful resolution to the conflict, which has had a significant impact on the global economy and humanitarian situation.

‘Gen Z Is Emotional and Doesn’t Think With a Calm Mind’: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Sparks Debate

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has sparked a debate by describing Gen Z as emotional and adaptable, but also prone to impulsive decisions, highlighting the challenges of balancing tradition and modernity in India's rapidly changing society.