UN panel flags deep concerns over India's treatment of minorities, Dalits
UN CERD's first India review since 2007 raises grave concerns over treatment of minorities, Dalits, and non-citizens.
Daily Current Affairs — 31 August 2026
National
OBC conference demands mandatory caste codes in Census, warns of movement
OBC leaders demand mandatory caste enumeration with unique codes in the Census, warning of a nationwide movement if ignored.
Parent Refuses Daughter's Prize From IAS Officer at Kozhikode Swim Event
A parent at a Kozhikode swimming event refused to let his daughter accept a prize from IAS officer Sriram Venkitaraman, citing the officer's involvement in a 2019 fatal accident.
CJP's Real Test: Youth Participation, Not Electoral Ambition
The CJP's success should be measured by youth engagement, not electoral outcomes, drawing lessons from past movements.
Assam Cabinet Approves Rs 50,000-Crore Development Framework
Assam Cabinet clears Rs 50,000-crore development package spanning seven years, covering schools, Anganwadis, women's markets, stadiums, and tea worker housing.
Telangana plans 1-lakh-capacity cricket stadium in Future City
Telangana is set to build a world-class, 1-lakh-capacity cricket stadium in Future City, with foundation likely in December.
Telangana Congress government completes 1,000 days: Key achievements and initiatives
Telangana's Congress government marks 1,000 days with focus on investments, IT growth, and women-led welfare schemes.
Karnataka Minister's 'Islam Superior' Remark Draws BJP Fire, Apology Sought
BJP demands apology or resignation from Karnataka minister Basavaraj Rayareddy over his 'Islam superior' remark, accusing him of demeaning Hinduism.
Cyberabad traffic police net 182 drunk drivers in weekend crackdown
Cyberabad Traffic Police apprehended 182 motorists in a weekend drunk-driving drive. Most were two-wheeler riders; all will face court proceedings.
BJP, Akali Dal Student Wings Join Forces for Panjab University Polls
BJP's ABVP and Akali Dal's SOI have allied for Panjab University student council polls, a day before voting.
Singer Ankit Balyan's kin urge Rahul Gandhi to intervene in murder probe
Family of slain singer Ankit Balyan appeals to Rahul Gandhi for justice, citing lack of arrests five days after the Shamli shooting.
Mumbai: 8-Year-Old Boy Run Over by Car in Bandra, Woman Driver Arrested
An 8-year-old boy was killed after being hit by a car in Bandra; the woman driver, allegedly on a phone call, has been arrested.
All MGNREGA workers moved to VB-G RAM G; e-KYC not a bar to jobs: Centre
Centre says all MGNREGA workers are on VB-G RAM G; pending e-KYC won't stop job demand or work allotment.
Kottayam Excise Deputy Commissioner, Six Others Suspended in Bribery Probe
Seven excise officials in Kottayam were suspended after an inquiry found evidence of regular monetary payments and other benefits allegedly collected from licensed bars.
Shimla-Kalka Toy Train Suspended After Rain Undermines Track in Solan
Ten trains on the Shimla-Kalka UNESCO heritage line were cancelled after heavy rain washed out soil beneath the track in Solan district.
Assam Cabinet Clears Rs 600-Crore Proton Beam Therapy Centre
Assam Cabinet approves a Rs 600-crore Proton Beam Therapy facility for cancer care, alongside a wider infrastructure spending plan.
Jarange Sets Mumbai Protest Deadline Over Kunbi Certificates
Manoj Jarange demands immediate Kunbi certificates for eligible Marathas using 58 lakh records, setting a Mumbai protest deadline.
JU walls painted over after Bengal CM's anti-national slogans warning
Jadavpur University walls were whitewashed after CM Suvendu Adhikari warned against anti-national slogans, covering Palestine and Maoist-support messages.
Vice-President to Open Rajagiri Engineering College Silver Jubilee Fete
Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan will inaugurate Rajagiri School of Engineering and Technology's silver jubilee celebrations in Kochi on Monday, with traffic restrictions in place.
Bengaluru Minister Orders Action Against Officials Over Streetlight Failure
Minister Krishna Byre Gowda has directed the GBA to initiate disciplinary action against officials responsible for streetlight maintenance lapses on a key Bengaluru road.
Bengaluru to Ban Two-Wheelers on KIA, Electronics City Elevated Corridors from September
Bengaluru Traffic Police will ban two-wheelers on KIA and Electronics City elevated corridors from September, citing accident data and safety concerns.
Prakash Raj faces protest in Dharwad; police detain demonstrators
Actor Prakash Raj's event in Dharwad saw protests by Hindu groups and BJP workers, leading to police detentions and a counter-protest by organisers.
Tamil Nadu farmers renew demand to lift ban on toddy tapping
Farmers' groups in Tamil Nadu urge the government to lift the decades-old ban on toddy tapping, citing employment and health benefits.
Bengaluru's New Civic Structure Faces Staffing Hurdles
Bengaluru's civic governance overhaul creates five corporations and GBA, but staffing levels stay the same, raising delivery concerns.
BJP Reprimands Three Delhi MPs for Condolence Visit to Convicted 1984 Riots Leader
Three BJP MPs were reprimanded by party chief Nitin Nabin after visiting Sajjan Kumar's residence. Senior advocate HS Phoolka called the act a violation of the party's 42-year position on the 1984 riots.
Four Men Killed in Meghalaya Police Shootout During Pre-Dawn Check
Four armed men were killed in a police shootout during a naka-checking operation in Meghalaya's East Garo Hills district early today.
India's DNA Forensics Team Begins Work to Identify Nepal Flood Victims
A 10-member Indian team is in Nepal collecting biological samples from flood victims for DNA identification at NFSU Gandhinagar.
Haryana Khap Body Opposes Curbs on School Inspections
A Haryana khap body has condemned restrictions on public and media inspections of government schools, calling them an attempt to hide deficiencies.
Eight Assam Residents Missing in Nepal Floods Located, Return Underway
Eight people from Assam missing after Nepal floods have been traced. The state government is coordinating their return and continuing the search for others.
Bengaluru Techie Dies, Friend Injured in 7th-Floor Fall at Whitefield PG
A 23-year-old software engineer died and her friend was injured after falling from the seventh floor of a PG in Bengaluru's Whitefield following an argument.
Four Arrested in Ambur for Selling Newborn to Bengaluru Couple
Ambur police arrested four people, including the parents, for selling a nine-day-old baby for ₹1 lakh to a Bengaluru couple.
PMK chief pitches for reservoir on scrapped Parandur airport land
PMK's Anbumani Ramadoss proposes a 5,500-acre reservoir at Parandur and demands official notification of Pallikaranai marshland.
Hill Slip Halts Shimla-Kalka Toy Train; Over 400 Passengers Safely Moved
A hill slip near Bridge 57 disrupted the Shimla-Kalka toy train on Saturday. Over 400 passengers were transported by road to Kalka.
Couple arrested in Manipur for Chennai woman's murder, being brought to city
Guduvanchery police arrested a couple in Manipur for the murder of a 38-year-old woman in Chennai. They are being brought to the city for questioning.
VHP Denies Issuing Any Food Directive For Durga Puja, Calls Reports Misinformation
VHP refutes claims it urged a satvik diet during Durga Puja, saying only themes and cleanliness were discussed.
Kerala High Court upholds four-attempt cap for MBBS exams
Kerala High Court rules that the four-attempt limit for MBBS exams includes both regular and supplementary attempts, cautioning against casual judicial interference in academic rules.
Congress Ministers Threaten Exit From Tamil Nadu Cabinet Over PM Candidate
Congress ministers in Tamil Nadu's cabinet say they will resign if the TVK does not accept Rahul Gandhi as its 2029 prime ministerial candidate.
Entertainment
Zomato Cloud Kitchen's 'GLP-1 Friendly' Label Sparks Diet Culture Debate
A Zomato-listed cloud kitchen's 'GLP-1 friendly' menu has gone viral, sparking debate over medical marketing and diet culture.
Benaka to host month-long Karantha Maasa in September
Benaka's September festival honours B.V. Karanth with plays, workshops, and a Dharwad tour, supported by Tekion's CSR.
Sonam Wangchuk on Aamir Khan's 'No Meeting' Claim: 'Maybe Ghajini Caused Memory Loss'
Sonam Wangchuk reacts to Aamir Khan's denial of meeting him before 3 Idiots, citing a detailed past meeting and joking about Ghajini-induced memory loss.
World
US Forces Hit Iranian Rocket Launchers Near Strait of Hormuz
US military struck two Iranian launchers on Larak island after observing preparations to mine the Strait of Hormuz.
Colombian Military Kills Key FARC Dissident Commander in Southwest
Colombian troops killed a senior FARC dissident leader known as 'Felipe' in Valle del Cauca, dealing a major setback to the Iván Mordisco faction.
Trump demands FCC action against NBC host over endorsement remark
Trump attacks NBC's Kristen Welker on Truth Social and urges FCC action after she called his endorsements 'mixed results.'
Google Maps Shows 'Lake America' for US Users After Trump Order (2026-08-31)
Google Maps now labels Lake Ontario as 'Lake America' for US users, following a presidential order that has sparked criticism in Canada.
Trump says Venezuela oil deal will refill US reserve, revive industry
Trump announces deal to use Venezuelan oil to refill US petroleum reserve, with US stake in reserves and industry revival.
Nepal Flash Flood: Glacial Collapse Behind Trishuli Deluge, Experts Warn of New Threat
A glacial collapse in Nepal's Trishuli valley caused a 300 km/h flash flood. Three new lakes now threaten another deluge.
Zelenskyy orders probe into Kyiv region blasts, flags Russian drone onslaught
Zelenskyy announces investigation into Kyiv region explosions and details a four-day Russian drone campaign involving nearly 1,500 drones.