India witnessed a politically charged day as tensions unfolded both inside Parliament and on the streets, with multiple developments drawing national attention.
Rahul Gandhi Claims He Was Not Allowed to Speak in Parliament
Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday alleged that he was not allowed to speak in Parliament while raising concerns over police action against protesting students in Delhi.
In a post on X, Gandhi said he had intended to hold Union Home Minister Amit Shah accountable during his speech. However, he claimed his microphone was turned off before he could complete his remarks.
“They can turn off the mic—but not the students’ echo,” Gandhi said, announcing that he would address the media in a press conference at 6 pm.
🚨 Protest March in Chandigarh Escalates
Meanwhile, members of Waris Punjab De intensified their agitation by marching towards the residences of Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria and Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.
The protesters entered Chandigarh after breaching police barricades at Sector 45 and proceeded towards Sector 34, demanding the release of Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh.
The situation remained tense as authorities monitored the protest closely.
⚖️ NEET-UG 2026 Case: CBI Chargesheet Filed
In a significant development, a Delhi fast-track court has taken on record a massive 20,000-page chargesheet filed by the CBI in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case.
The chargesheet names 13 accused individuals and marks a key step in the investigation. The next hearing is scheduled for August 3.
🌊 Assam Flood Crisis Worsens
The flood situation in Assam continues to deteriorate, with the death toll rising to 75. Over 3.3 lakh people across 622 villages remain affected, and thousands of hectares of crop land are submerged.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced financial assistance for affected families, including ₹9 lakh compensation for families of the deceased and relief funds for over one lakh families.
🌍 Global & Other Key Developments
- The Indian Embassy in Ukraine is closely monitoring the situation of Indian seafarers stranded aboard MV AMIR1, assuring that their safety remains the top priority.
- The US Senate has passed a Russia sanctions bill that could impact countries like India with heavy tariffs on Russian oil imports.
- Political tensions also surfaced in Lok Sabha as Priyanka Gandhi criticized remarks made by an IIT professor during the NEET debate.
- CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke hinted at a fresh round of protests if the government fails to address ongoing concerns.
📌 Closing Note
From Parliament disruptions to protests on the streets and natural disasters in the Northeast, the day reflects the multiple challenges unfolding across the country — political, social, and humanitarian.
