The opposition has been protesting in both Houses of Parliament against the revision of electoral rolls, alleging that the EC’s exercise is aimed at “disenfranchising voters” in Bihar ahead of the assembly elections due later this year. They have been demanding a discussion on the issue in both Houses. The ECI published the draft voter list on August 1.

President Trump extended the US-China tariff truce for 90 days, aiming to de-escalate tensions. Xi Jinping is strategically weaponizing China’s control over key supply chains, like rare earths, to exert economic pressure on the US and its allies. This approach allows China to target critical industries and defense sectors, potentially reshaping global trade dynamics.

Sandeepa Virk was arrested on August 12 following searches in Delhi and Mumbai under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002