A delegation of BJP Members of Parliament (MPs) belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities recently met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to express their concerns over the Supreme Court's recent decision regarding the identification of the "creamy layer" within the SC/ST communities.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit the landslide-affected areas of Wayanad in Kerala on August 10. This visit comes in the wake of devastating landslides that struck the region on July 30, severely impacting the local communities.

The North East Students’ Organisation (NESO) has formally requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ensure that no Bangladeshi immigrants are granted asylum or rehabilitation in the northeastern states of India. This appeal comes amid ongoing unrest in Bangladesh, which NESO fears could lead to increased illegal migration into the region.

On Thursday, Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju introduced the Waqf (Amendment) Bill and proposed that it be scrutinized by a joint parliamentary committee. This proposal follows objections from opposition parties regarding certain provisions of the bill. Alongside this, Rijiju also presented The Mussalman Wakf (Repeal) Bill, 2024.

The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, introduced by Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju in the Lok Sabha, has sparked strong reactions from opposition parties. The bill aims to address issues related to the powers of State Waqf Boards, the registration and survey of Waqf properties, and the removal of encroachments. However, opposition members have expressed significant concerns and objections.

ISRO is set to launch the Earth Observation Satellite-8 (EOS-8) from Sriharikota on August 15. This significant event will see the satellite being deployed by the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV)-D3, a launch that is poised to enhance India’s capabilities in Earth observation.

Spiritual leader Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev has strongly condemned the recent attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh, emphasising that the issue transcends national boundaries and concerns India as well. In a statement on social media platform X, Sadhguru highlighted the need for India to act swiftly to ensure the safety of minorities in neighbouring countries.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to the nation on National Handloom Day, celebrating the rich heritage and vibrant tradition of handlooms in India. Using social media platform X, Modi expressed pride in the nation's artisans and emphasised the government's commitment to promoting local craftsmanship with the message, "Vocal for Local."

On Tuesday morning, a C-130J transport aircraft of the Bangladesh Air Force departed from the Hindon Air Force base around 9 AM IST, heading towards Bangladesh. This flight is closely monitored by Indian security agencies.

The Indian High Commission in London has issued a travel advisory urging Indian nationals to exercise caution and stay vigilant due to the ongoing violent protests across the UK. These disturbances were triggered by a tragic event in Southport, where three young girls were fatally stabbed during a dance workshop.

In response to the escalating situation in Bangladesh, the central government has convened an all-party meeting to address the ongoing unrest. Leaders of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge from the Rajya Sabha and Rahul Gandhi from the Lok Sabha will be in attendance. The meeting, scheduled for Tuesday morning, will be briefed by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who will provide an update on the current developments in Bangladesh.

Amid escalating unrest in Bangladesh, the central government has called for an all-party meeting on Tuesday to discuss the situation. The meeting, scheduled to commence at around 10 am, will feature a briefing by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, providing an overview of the developments in Bangladesh.