AUKUS confusion sparks US alarm over HMAS Stirling timeline Fresh uncertainty has erupted over the planned US/UK submarine rotations in Perth after Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy described the arrangement as a five-year program that would lapse from 2032 unless extended. The comments triggered urgent diplomatic reassurance efforts and renewed scrutiny of Australia’s leverage and obligations under AUKUS, with opponents warning the government is sending mixed signals on a cornerstone security pact. Covered by: The West Australian, The Australian, The Australian. Albanese under pressure over Luke Gosling assault charge Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is facing calls to strip Labor MP Luke Gosling of envoy roles after Gosling was charged with assault offences involving the Northern Territory Administrator, allegations he denies. The case has become a test of political standards and accountability, with the government’s response likely to shape perceptions of integrity and disc

Journalists from the India Today Group's Guwahati bureau were denied entry to the ongoing Assam Assembly session despite carrying valid media passes, raising fresh concerns over press freedom in the state. Reporter Hrijoy Das Kanungo alleged he was physically assaulted by a member of the Assembly press committee after objecting to the denial of access.  He further claimed his phone was seized and a video of the incident was deleted, while other staffers allegedly threatened and abused him.   A formal complaint has been lodged with the Assam Legislative Assembly authorities and Dispur Police. The Assembly authorities are yet to explain why the journalists were denied entry despite holding valid passes.  

The India Today Group has partnered with PVR INOX to release its documentary Eyewitness to a Nation in theatres on August 7, marking the media organisation's Golden Jubilee. The film traces five decades of India's history through rare archival footage, first-hand reporting and key national events covered by India Today journalists.  The documentary will be screened across 10 cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad and Kolkata.   India Today said the film is a tribute to both India's journey over the past 50 years and the journalists who documented its defining moments. PVR INOX said the collaboration aims to bring meaningful, history-driven storytelling to cinema audiences across the country.   

  Two journalists were allegedly assaulted by Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) MLA Kapil in Sholinghur, Ranipet district, according to the Chennai Press Club, in an incident that has renewed scrutiny of press safety under the TVK-led state government. Dinamalar reporter Kalyanasundaram, 70, and Dinakaran reporter Aranganathan, 50, said they were attacked while covering an altercation between the MLA and a YouTuber who had posted a review of the film Jananayagan. "We went there after learning that MLA Kapil was assaulting a YouTuber who had posted a review video of the film Jananayagan. The MLA was abusing the YouTuber for recording and publishing the video. When we questioned him and I began filming the incident on my mobile phone, his associates grabbed my hand within seconds, dragged me into a room, and assaulted me twice," Kalyanasundaram alleged. Kalyanasundaram, who had previously undergone hand surgery, alleged the assault aggravated his injury. "They pull

Thursday, 30 July 2026 #1  ·  Times Special  ·  In-depth feature How we became world's worst dope offender By Sabi Hussain   ·   The Times of India, New Delhi  ·  Page 9 India recorded 260 adverse analytical findings from 7,113 tests in 2024 — a 3.6% positivity rate, the highest among countries conducting over 5,000 tests annually, for the third consecutive year. The story examines the cascade of high-profile doping cases surrounding the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, including suspensions of Olympian Tulika Maan and junior sprint star Nipam Chauhan, while investigating the systemic causes: underfunded anti-doping institutions (with NADA's budget cut from Rs 24.30 crore to Rs 20.30 crore), the role of foreign coaches, and the government's proposed National Anti-Doping Amendment Act. Multiple voices — from Neeraj Chopra to sports medicine expert Dr PSM Chandran — are woven together to pr

Victoria’s Suburban Rail Loop faces a crunch decision — and a looming inquiry Victoria’s new premier Ben Carroll is weighing whether to pause, reshape or press on with the Suburban Rail Loop as major contracts bite and tunnel boring nears, turning the project into an immediate political and fiscal stress test. In parallel, Victorian Labor is bracing for a potential royal commission-style inquisition into major infrastructure spending that could haul senior figures—including Daniel Andrews and Jacinta Allan—into the witness box, sharpening integrity and governance stakes. Covered by: The Age, Herald Sun, The Australian. KPMG’s audit scandal fallout: global intervention and mass job cuts KPMG Australia is preparing to cut dozens of partners and around 1000 staff as global leadership steps in to stabilise the firm after audit misconduct revelations. The scale of the restructure signals both reputational damage and a tougher compliance posture, with implications for the broa

Senior journalist Surendra Gangan has been elected president of the Mumbai Press Club in its elections, securing 582 votes against Rajiv Khandekar's 260. A total of 862 votes were polled for the post of president, with 20 votes declared invalid. S. Balakrishnan was elected chairperson after defeating Mayuresh Ganapatye by 510 votes to 322. Dhondiba G. Mhaske won the vice-chairperson's post with 537 votes, defeating Ashish S. Raje, who secured 291 votes. For the post of secretary, Anil Kumar Singh emerged victorious with 513 votes against Sourabh P. Sharma's 315 votes. Sudhakar S. Kashyap was elected joint secretary after polling 517 votes, defeating Rucha Kanolkar, who received 324 votes. Om Prakash Tiwari was elected treasurer with 487 votes, while Shashank Parade secured 335 votes. The newly elected 10-member managing committee comprises Vaibhav Parab, Swapnil A. Shinde, Poonam D. Apraj, Manisha M. Rege, Anita D. Shukla, Shahid A. Ansari, Aditya R. Dubey, Madhu A.