On July 31st, Maharashtra Minister Chandrakant Patil will honor 10 distinguished individuals with the 'Samajguru' award in Pune. Organized by Vidya Prabodhini and Punarnirman Social Foundation, the event at Kothrud's Bal Shikshan Mandir will recognize experts like Dr. Rajendra Shende and Dr. Bhushan Patwardhan for their contributions to society. https://mymarathi.net/mm-5271/

Sagar Pictures Entertainment has announced a massive live-action film series titled 'Srimad Bhagavatam' based on the holy Bhagavata Mahapurana. The series will be released in seven interconnected parts, inspired by the centuries-old tradition of seven-day Bhagavata recitation, and is named 'Sapti'. The project was officially announced on the occasion of Guru Purnima. Details regarding the cast, director, and technical crew will be revealed soon. https://www.manatelangana.news/telangana-breaking-news/sri-bhagavatam-movie-to-be-made-in-7-parts-1617084

BJP leader Dilip Ghosh warned doctors against assisting in the creation of fake medical certificates, referring to Abhishek Banerjee's foreign travel controversy. Speaking at Eco Park, he welcomed NCP's inclusion in the NDA and supported the government's new control rooms to curb syndicate issues. He also addressed the SFI rally viral photo controversy and questioned the logic behind recent political protests in West Bengal. https://bengali.news18.com/news/kolkata/abhishek-banerjee-fake-medical-certificate-foreign-travel-dilip-ghosh-reaction-sal-2825173.html

Ahead of the Tamil Nadu Budget session starting August 5, DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin held a virtual meeting with party MLAs. He discussed strategies to raise issues like law and order, lock-up deaths, and the Mekedatu dam project. Udhayanidhi emphasized careful conduct during live proceedings and instructed members to prepare their questions in advance while asking senior MLAs to guide the newcomers. https://www.etvbharat.com/ta/state/udhayanidhi-stalin-holds-video-conference-with-dmk-mlas-tns26072808030

Residents of Moigram in Arambagh staged a unique protest by planting paddy saplings on a dilapidated road that hasn't been repaired for 15 years. Villagers accused TMC leaders of embezzling funds by putting up project boards without completing any actual work. The road in Ghoshpara has become unusable during the monsoon, causing several accidents. Local MLA Hemant Bag has assured residents of prompt action and road repair following the demonstration. https://eisamay.com/west-bengal-news/hooghly-news/people-in-arambagh-sew-paddy-in-muddy-road/200525078.cms

The bakery industry in Adimali is facing a severe crisis due to a sharp rise in the prices of sugar and eggs. Wholesale sugar prices have crossed ₹50 per kg, while eggs have exceeded ₹7.50 each. Traders attribute the sugar price hike to increased sugarcane use for ethanol production. Additionally, rising poultry feed costs and reduced supply from Tamil Nadu have driven up egg prices. This situation is likely to increase the prices of cakes and other confectionery, impacting common people during festive celebrations. https://www.madhyamam.com/kerala/local-news/idukki/sugar-prices-up-bakery-sector-crisis-1540893

A power outage is scheduled for tomorrow, July 30, 2026, in Thoothukudi due to monthly maintenance work at the government substation. Areas including Mela Arasadi, Keela Arasadi, Tharavaikulam, Pattinamarthur, and Pudurpandiyapuram will experience a power cut from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM as announced by Executive Engineer L. Chinnathurai. https://www.dailythanthi.com/news/tamilnadu/monthly-maintenance-work-power-outage-in-thoothukudi-tomorrow-5

The Rapid Action Force (RAF) admitted it was a mistake to use pellet guns against students protesting exam irregularities at Jantar Mantar. RAF Chief Seema Dhundia stated that standard protocols were not followed during the Parliament March on the 20th. An internal review revealed there was no security threat justifying pellet use. Three students were injured, and the jawan who fired seven rounds has been identified by a CRPF investigation. https://www.sathyamonline.com/news/news-india/delhi-12200560

Iran has executed two men, Abulfazl Sepahi Badjani and Amir Hossein Safari Hosseinabadi, for the murder of four police officers and arson at a police station during nationwide protests in January. The incident occurred in Isfahan, located 400 km south of Tehran. The convicts were accused of inciting violence and damaging public property. This follows the execution of two others in July for the same case. Human rights organizations fear more protesters may face the death penalty. https://globalindiatv.in/news.php?id=irans-major-decision-in-police-killing-case-convicts-executed-by-hanging-638738