Evening News Wrap: Prateek Yadav’s autopsy reveals cause of death; CM Vijay cancels appointment of astrologer as OSD and much more. india news
- The post-mortem report of late Mulayam Singh Yadav’s son Prateek Yadav has revealed that a blood clot had accumulated in his lungs, leading to cardiorespiratory failure.
- Tamil Nadu CM Vijay has canceled the OSD appointment of astrologer Ricky Radhan Pandit Vetrivel, a day after opposition parties and allies objected to the move.
- Arvind Kejriwal urged Gen Z students to demand accountability over the alleged NEET paper leak and questioned the previous CBI investigation into exam leak cases while comparing them with Gen Z of Bangladesh and Nepal.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi has asked the Special Protection Group (SPG) – the elite security corps that looks after his security – to make efforts to reduce the number of cars in his convoy by 50%.
- Air India suspended and reduced flights on 29 international routes till August due to the Middle East conflict, high fuel prices and airspace restrictions.
Here are the top 5 news of the day:
Prateek Yadav died due to blood clot in the lungs, post mortem report revealed!
The post-mortem report of Prateek Yadav, son of late Mulayam Singh Yadav and step-brother of Akhilesh Yadav, revealed that 38-year-old Prateek died due to massive blockage in the blood vessels of the lungs. According to the autopsy findings, the provisional cause of death was recorded as “cardiorespiratory collapse due to massive pulmonary thromboembolism”. Doctors said a large blood clot blocked blood flow to the lungs, causing the heart and respiratory systems to fail. Prateek Yadav was found unconscious at his residence in Lucknow on Wednesday and was taken to the hospital, where doctors declared him brought dead. Read the full story
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay cancels appointment of astrologer as OSD after objection from colleagues
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay canceled the appointment of his close aide and astrologer Ricky Radhan Pandit Vetrivel as Officer on Special Duty (Political), a day after the decision triggered criticism from opposition parties and allies who argued that personal beliefs should not influence governance. The Tamil Nadu government issued a circular canceling the appointment immediately after the floor test in the assembly. Vetrivel was appointed through an official government order issued on Tuesday and was tasked with assisting the Chief Minister in political coordination and advisory functions within the Chief Minister’s Office. Read the full story
Consequences of fuel crisis: Air India suspends flights on 29 international routes till August, reduces frequency
Air India announced suspension and reduction of services on 29 international routes between June and August 2026 amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia, rising jet fuel prices and airspace restrictions in key regions. The airline said the temporary changes are aimed at improving operational stability and reducing last-minute inconvenience to passengers as the Iran conflict and instability around the Strait of Hormuz continue to disrupt global aviation. Read full list
PM Modi asks SPG to cut convoy size by 50%, promote use of EVs
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has asked the Special Protection Group (SPG) – the elite security corps that looks after his security – to make efforts to reduce the number of cars in his convoy by 50%. Additionally, his wish was to encourage the number of electric vehicles in the fleet, but without purchasing new vehicles to avoid additional expenses. SPG has already started implementing the directive, while ensuring that there is no compromise on the mandatory safety guidelines laid down in the Blue Book. Read the full story
If youth of Bangladesh, Nepal can do this, Indian students can also ensure accountability: Arvind Kejriwal appeals to Gen Z after NEET paper leak
AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal urged India’s Gen Z population to demand accountability over the alleged NEET paper leak issue, alleging that repeated exam leaks have shaken students’ faith in the system. Addressing a press conference, the former Delhi Chief Minister called on the youth to protest against those involved in the paper leak cases and questioned the effectiveness of the investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation in the earlier incidents. Taking a dig at BJP, Kejriwal said, ‘If Gen Z can change governments in countries like Bangladesh and Nepal, then Indian youth can also ensure accountability in paper leak cases.’ Read the full story