The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has resumed its protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi after being cleared by the police. Led by Abhijeet Dipke, the protesters are demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Despite being evicted on Monday evening, supporters returned by 11 PM to continue their agitation. The group plans another march to Parliament today. Notably, their previous march reached the Parliament gates, a feat seen for the first time in 14 years since the 2012 Nirbhaya protests. https://www.rozanaspokesman.in/news/nation/210726/cjps-protest-at-jantar-mantar-resumes-supporters-have-set-up-the-sta.html

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has shared guidelines to help citizens distinguish between real and counterfeit 50-rupee notes. Key security features include a transparent numeral 50 visible in light, Mahatma Gandhi's portrait in the center, the RBI logo and Governor's signature on the right, and the Ashoka Pillar emblem. The serial numbers are printed in ascending size from left to right. RBI advises the public to verify these features during transactions to avoid being victims of fraud. https://punjabi.abplive.com/business/know-how-to-recognize-original-50-rupee-indian-note-or-corrency-rbi-reveals-876113

Police in Faridkot unearthed a major exam scam during the Baba Farid University pharmacy officer recruitment test. Authorities arrested 35 individuals, including 7 gang members, for facilitating high-tech cheating using tiny electronic devices. Investigations revealed that candidates were charged between 3 lakh to 13 lakh rupees to pass the exam. While 20 students were caught with devices across 10 centers, it is suspected that over 200 candidates were provided with these gadgets for cheating. An FIR has been registered and further investigation is underway. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/amritsar/faridkot-exam-scam-pharmacy-paper-sold-for-rs-3-lakh-to-rs-13-lakh-in-faridkot/

The body of a youth named Fatehveer Singh was found in a black Thar vehicle parked in Sandhu Colony, Chheharta, Amritsar. According to the police, the deceased had consumed alcohol and fell asleep inside the car with the AC running, which led to suffocation and his subsequent death. The family of the deceased has declined any further investigation, and the police have handed over the body to them after completing the necessary formalities. https://www.rozanaspokesman.in/news/punjab/200726/body-of-a-young-man-found-in-a-parked-thar-in-amritsars-chheharta.html

The 6 PM news bulletin highlights major updates from Punjab and Delhi, focusing on CJP protests and political activities involving the Congress party. The report covers significant regional developments and political movements within the state and the national capital. https://punjab.news18.com/videos/punjab-news-06-cjp-protest-delhi-news-congress-news18-punjab-988694.html

The Income Tax Return (ITR) filing season for the financial year 2025-26 is underway, with the deadline set for August 31, 2026. This guide for first-time taxpayers emphasizes choosing the correct form (ITR-1 or ITR-2), matching data with AIS and Form 26AS, and the critical importance of e-verification within 30 days of submission. It warns against hiding income sources like bank interest and delaying the filing process to avoid penalties and late fees. Taxpayers are also advised to carefully choose between the Old and New Tax Regimes based on their investments. https://punjab.news18.com/news/business/itr-alert-from-forms-and-deadlines-to-e-verification-if-you-are-filing-your-return-for-the-first-time-here-is-everything-you-need-to-know-skm-988399.html

Lawyers in Mansa, Punjab, have initiated a protest and hunger strike outside the District Court complex against the Legal Aid Defense Counsel (LADC) system. The Bar Association argues that the system limits legal aid cases to a few government-paid counsel, negatively impacting the livelihood of private practitioners. They claim this concentration of cases will hinder effective legal aid for the poor. The strike has disrupted court proceedings, causing delays for litigants. The lawyers are demanding the immediate withdrawal of the LADC policy. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeephh/punjab/mansa-lawyers-protest-against-ladc-system-hunger-strike-demand-withdraw-policy/3271546

Four Indian nationals were killed and one was seriously injured after a commercial vessel, 'MV Golden Leo', was attacked at the Odessa port in Ukraine. The incident occurred on the evening of July 19. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has condemned the attack on commercial shipping and stated that the Indian mission in Ukraine is providing assistance to the affected families. https://www.rozanaspokesman.in/news/world/200726/attack-on-commercial-ship-in-ukrainian-port-of-odessa.html

The Punjab Meteorological Department has issued a yellow and orange alert for heavy rainfall across various districts for the next 2-3 days. Meteorologist Pavneet Kaur Kingra noted a 4-degree drop in temperature, providing relief from the heat. While the rain is beneficial for the paddy crop and groundwater conservation, authorities have warned about potential disruptions to daily life and the risk of waterborne diseases, advising citizens to take necessary health precautions. https://punjab.news18.com/news/ludhiana/punjab-weather-update-heavy-rain-alert-yellow-orange-alert-monsoon-forecast-local18-988680.html

A major accident occurred in Sikkim's Namchi district where around 27 workers were trapped inside an under-construction tunnel after a landslide at the main gate. The trapped individuals include 21 employees from Patel Engineering and 6 from NHPC. Rescue operations by NDRF and SDRF are underway, but challenges persist due to suspected methane gas leakage and low visibility. Special gas-mask teams from West Bengal have been called in to assist. https://www.rozanaspokesman.in/news/nation/200726/27-workers-trapped-in-tunnel-after-landslide-in-sikkim-rescue-operati.html