In Tokyo, foreign ministers from India, the US, Australia, and Japan voiced concerns over China’s actions in the South China Sea during a Quad meeting. They called for an Indo-Pacific region free from dominance, upholding the 2016 tribunal ruling against China. The ministers discussed enhancing maritime security and announced initiatives to expand regional maritime domain awareness.

Alphabet/Google and X leaders Sundar Pichai and Elon Musk have been drawn into US election interference charges. Pichai faced controversy when Google’s autocomplete didn’t show information about an assassination attempt on Trump, prompting accusations of bias. Musk openly supported Trump, sharing a parody Harris campaign ad without disclosing it was altered, violating platform rules.

Aaj Ka Panchang, July 30, 2024: Krishna Dashami and Krishna Ekadashi are considered auspicious times for commencing significant activities and fall under Shubh Muhurta timings.