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Air India A320 Suffers Rare Flight-Control Event, Drops 300 Feet

An Air India A320 jet suffered a rare flight-control anomaly involving multiple technical faults and a 300-foot altitude drop. Airline contacts Airbus for investigation.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 11, 2026

India

Rahul Gandhi Challenges Amit Shah on Accountability Amidst Student Protests

Rahul Gandhi criticised Home Minister Amit Shah's handling of student protests against paper leaks at Jantar Mantar, pressing for accountability as the Monsoon Session concludes.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 10, 2026

India

India on Par with Global Leaders in Quantum Technology, Says Union Minister Jitendra Singh

Union Minister Jitendra Singh affirmed India's standing among top nations in quantum technology, highlighting its parity with global leaders in advanced tech and manufacturing.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 10, 2026

India

Air India Pilot's Dope Test 'Not Negative' Following Altitude Incident; Probe Initiated

An Air India pilot involved in a serious altitude loss incident tested "not negative" in a dope screening. Confirmatory tests are underway, and both pilots are grounded.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 10, 2026

India

Russia Proposes Direct Rail Corridor to Indian Ocean, Bypassing Key Straits

Russia has put forward a proposal for a direct rail link to the Indian Ocean, aiming to circumvent critical maritime chokepoints and enhance regional connectivity.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 10, 2026

India

Assam's Sivasagar, Charaideo Reel From Unprecedented Floods

Districts along the Assam-Nagaland border, Sivasagar and Charaideo, usually less prone to severe flooding, have been hit by an unprecedented deluge, affecting over 7 lakh people.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 10, 2026

India

Dharmendra Pradhan Emphasises Gen Z's Pivotal Role in India's Future

Former Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan highlighted Generation Z's crucial role in India's development, stressing the need to grasp their aspirations.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 9, 2026

India

IAF Officer Arrested for Alleged Espionage, Leaking Sensitive Data to Pakistan Operative

An Indian Air Force officer has been arrested on grave charges of allegedly leaking classified information to an operative based in Pakistan, security agencies confirm.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 9, 2026

India

Kerala Health Minister Orders Departmental Inquiry into Oushadhi Irregularities

Kerala's Health Minister has initiated a departmental inquiry into state-run Oushadhi following allegations of widespread financial irregularities.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 9, 2026

India

Women's Quota Law: Rahul Gandhi Questions Delay, Link to Delimitation

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has questioned the government over the delay in implementing the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, criticising its linkage to delimitation and demanding unconditional rollout.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 9, 2026

India

Arjun Ayanki Apprehended in Kannur After Extensive Police Search

Arjun Ayanki, sought by police for days, was arrested in Kannur early Friday morning around 2:30 a.m. IST after allegedly attempting to flee.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 9, 2026

India

Monsoon Rains Bring Respite to Farmers in Punjab, Haryana, Boosting Crop Outlook

Timely monsoon showers have brought significant relief to farmers across Punjab and Haryana, enhancing crop prospects and reducing irrigation needs.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 8, 2026

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