Bollywood star Salman Khan expressed deep sorrow over the violent turn during the CJP student protest regarding the NEET exam paper leak on July 20 2026. The actor voiced strong support for students demanding better educational reforms and urged authorities to address their concerns without political interference.

A sudden rise in floodwaters in Assam has claimed 21 lives within 24 hours, bringing the total death toll to 31 in July 2026. Over 5.6 lakh residents across 16 districts are now facing severe hardship as major rivers overflow, cutting off transport networks and submerging hundreds of villages.

At least 12 workers have lost their lives and 13 others remain trapped after a sudden methane gas explosion inside an under construction tunnel at the Teesta Stage VI hydropower project in Sikkim on July 20, 2026. Specialized rescue teams are fighting toxic fumes, heavy mud, and low oxygen levels deep underground to reach the missing workers.

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant refused an urgent listing of a petition challenging police action against student demonstrators in New Delhi on July 22, 2026. The top court declined to view video footage of alleged police force during the protest, urging lawyers not to spend precious court time.

Despite internal differences, INDIA bloc constituent parties put into action the political strategy of marching separately while striking together during the ongoing Parliament Monsoon Session in July 2026. Opposition leaders united across multiple fronts to pressure the government over national exam leaks and police action against student protesters.

A day after security forces used batons and tear gas shells against student demonstrators marching toward Parliament, deep resentment filled the air at New Delhi Jantar Mantar on July 21, 2026. Protesters gathered to condemn police action while continuing their demand for examination reforms and official accountability.

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief C Joseph Vijay reiterated the party firm stand demanding the total abolition of NEET and calling for education to be shifted back to the State List on July 22, 2026. The party also suggested creating a Special Concurrent List as an interim step to empower states.

Former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on July 21, 2026. The Biju Janata Dal chief described the national examination irregularities and police action against protesting students as very serious issues affecting millions of young citizens.