1. Pass torch to new generation: Bidens first address since withdrawal | WATCHIn a historic address from the Oval Office, President Joe Biden, 81, announced his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race, a contest in which he would have faced off against rival Donald Trump. Biden emphasised his reverence for the presidency but declared that the defense of democracy is paramount, surpassing any title.Happening Now: President Biden delivers an Oval Office Address. https://t.co/SgDozlPdGS— The White House (@WhiteHouse) July 24, 2024 2. Himachal HC challenges Kangana Ranauts mandi election, issues notice to BJP MP The Himachal Pradesh High Court has issued a notice in response to a petition challenging the election of BJP MP Kangana Ranaut from the Mandi Lok Sabha seat. The court has directed Ranaut, an actor-turned-politician, to respond to the petition by August 21. The petition aims to invalidate Ranauts election, alleging that the rejection of another candidates nomination papers was unjust. Kangana Ranaut secured her seat in the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency by defeating Congress candidate Vikramaditya Singh with a margin of 74,755 votes. Ranaut garnered 537,002 votes, while Singh received 462,267 votes.3. US give surprising response about nameplates on eateries in Kanwar Yatra, asked by Pakistani journalistThe issue of installing nameplates on the Kanwar route in India has now reached America. Despite the Yogi governments decree being delayed by the Supreme Court, it is still being discussed around the world. When a Pakistani journalist brought up the nameplate controversy to US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller, heres what he responded. Responding to the Indian Supreme Courts decision to issue an interim stay on the implementation of the nameplates in the Kanwar Yatra, the United States Spokesperson Matthew Miller emphasized the order is not in effect. #WATCH कांवड़ यात्रा मार्ग पर नेमप्लेट लगाने के मुद्दे पर, एक पाकिस्तानी पत्रकार के सवाल का जवाब देते हुए अमेरिकी विदेश विभाग के प्रवक्ता मैथ्यू मिलर ने कहा, हमने वे रिपोर्ट देखी हैं। हमने वे रिपोर्ट भी देखी हैं कि भारतीय सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने 22 जुलाई को उन नियमों के क्रियान्वयन… pic.twitter.com/r7zq3ynnlv— ANI_HindiNews (@AHindinews) July 24, 2024 4. UPSC adopts advanced biometrics to prevent exam fraud after Puja Khedkar controversy In a turn of events, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is taking steps to upgrade its exam security by implementing advanced digital biometric technologies. This initiative aims to prevent impersonation, cheating and fraud by accurately matching and cross-checking candidates biometric data and monitoring their activities during exams. The UPSC has issued a tender to procure the latest digital biometric solutions to support this effort.5. Delhi excise policy case: Court extends Kejriwals judicial custodyIn a significant development in the Delhi excise policy case, the Rouse Avenue Court has extended the judicial custody of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal until August 8. Kejriwal appeared via video conference from Tihar Jail during the court session. The Rouse Avenue Court has directed Tihar Jail authorities to produce CM Arvind Kejriwal via video conference on July 31. In the same hearing, the court also extended the judicial custody of former Delhi Deputy CM Manish Sisodia, BRS leader K Kavitha, and other accused individuals in connection with the Enforcement Directorates (ED) money laundering investigation related to the now-scrapped Delhi liquor excise policy for 2021-22.6. America does it again: Glorification of human right abusers In an intriguing comparison of global leadership, it has been observed that the average amount of standing ovations during Kim Jong Uns speeches in North Korea is approximately one per four minutes of talking. Meanwhile, Benjamin Netanyahu, the leader of Israel, receives standing ovations at a rate 400% higher in the United States than Kim Jong Un does within his own country.The American Congress is giving a standing ovation to the genocide against Palestinians. Shameful.pic.twitter.com/eXnQD6REni— Gaza Notifications (@gazanotice) July 24, 2024 7. Indias aid allocation in Union Budget 2024-25: Maldives faces major cut, Bhutan to get highest share In the Union Budget 2024-25, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced substantial changes to Indias foreign aid allocations, reflecting strategic shifts in the neighbourhood first policy. The most notable adjustments include a significant reduction in aid to the Maldives and a substantial allocation to Bhutan.8. India demands action from Canada on anti-Indian groups: Randhir JaiswalOn Thursday, the Indian Foreign Ministry made a significant announcement regarding Canada. In the process, it also accused Canada of using unfair criteria. We expect Canada to take action against anti-Indian groups who have regularly threatened violence against Indian leaders, institutions, airlines, and diplomats, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Randhir Jaiswal stated. The Ministry of External Affairs has responded to two recent arrests made by Canadian law enforcement about internet threats against Justin Trudeaus life. Randhir Jaiswal reportedly stated that democracy only exposes its double standards when it applies disparate standards to evaluate or uphold the rule of law and freedom of speech.#WATCH कनाडा द्वारा प्रधानमंत्री जस्टिन ट्रूडो और अन्य नेताओं को ऑनलाइन धमकी देने के लिए दो व्यक्तियों पर आरोप लगाए जाने की खबरों पर विदेश मंत्रालय के प्रवक्ता रणधीर जायसवाल ने कहा, हमने ये रिपोर्ट देखी हैं। जब कोई लोकतंत्र कानून के शासन और अभिव्यक्ति की स्वतंत्रता को मापने के… pic.twitter.com/nQZdKHQAWe— ANI_HindiNews (@AHindinews) July 25, 20249. Hindus will disappear: BJP MP demands new UT as tensions escalate over WB, Jharkhand territoryIn response to the problems caused by undocumented immigrants from Bangladesh, BJP MP Nishikant Dubey on Thursday called for the declaration of union territory over portions of West Bengal and Jharkhand. He also called for the establishment of an NRC modeled after Assam. Nishikant Dubey asserted that Hindus would vanish from these areas if action was not taken to halt this unlawful migration.#WATCH | In Lok Sabha, BJP MP from Jharkhands Godda, Nishikant Dubey says, ...The state I come from, from Santhal Pargana area - when Santhal Pargana separated from Bihar and became a part of Jharkhand, in 2000 tribals formed 36% of the population in Santhal Pargana. Today,… pic.twitter.com/ur7Aka6ZgJ— ANI (@ANI) July 25, 2024 10. S. Jaishankar emphasizes importance of border stability in talks with China Indias External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, delivered a strong message to China regarding the ongoing border tensions between the two countries. This came after a recent meeting with his Chinese counterpart, emphasizing Indias stance on the importance of maintaining peace and stability along the border. In a crucial meeting with Chinas Foreign Minister, S. Jaishankar reiterated Indias firm position on resolving the border issues that have strained relations between the two neighboring countries. The meeting was part of ongoing diplomatic efforts to address the tensions that have escalated in recent years, particularly in the Ladakh region.Met with CPC Politburo member and FM Wang Yi in Vientiane today.Continued our ongoing discussions about our bilateral relationship. The state of the border will necessarily be reflected on the state of our ties.Agreed on the need to give strong guidance to complete the… pic.twitter.com/pZDRio1e94— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) July 25, 2024