News This Week: From Anti-Paper Leak Bill Passage To Assam Flood Crisis, Key Stories That Made Headlines

Published 31 July 2026 · india

News This Week: From Anti-Paper Leak Bill Passage To Assam Flood Crisis, Key Stories That Made Headlines Published By, Last Updated: July 31, 2026, 19:38

News This Week: From Anti-Paper Leak Bill Passage To Assam Flood Crisis, Key Stories That Made Headlines Published By, Last Updated: July 31, 2026, 19:38 IST Parliament’s paper leak crackdown, India’s CWG glory, Assam floods, Ramayana trailer and Hockey jersey row — here are the biggest stories that shaped the week. The government said the legislation reflects its commitment to protecting the interests of students, who represent the country’s future. (Photo: AFP file) Hello readers, Welcome to this week’s edition of News18’s “News This Week", where we bring you the biggest stories that shaped the nation and captured public attention over the past few days. From major developments in Parliament and sporting celebrations to natural disasters, blockbuster cinema, and controversies in Indian sports, this week had a mix of moments that sparked debate, pride, and concern. Anti-Paper Leak Bill Clears Parliament Hurdle A major step was taken towards tackling examination fraud as Parliament passed The Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026. The government said the legislation reflects its commitment to protecting the interests of students, who represent the country’s future.

The bill introduces stricter punishment for paper leaks, including up to 10 years of imprisonment and fines of up to Rs 50 lakh. The legislation comes after weeks of student protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) at Jantar Mantar, which began on June 20 and concluded on July 25 after the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and acceptance of several other demands by the government. Commonwealth Games 2026: India’s Golden Moments India continued its impressive campaign at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, with athletes bringing home gold medals and making the nation proud. Weightlifting star Mirabai Chanu, para-athlete Sharmila Dhankar in women’s shot put F57, and Dilip Gavit in men’s 100m T47 clinched gold medals for India. With 10 silver and 4 bronze medals already secured, the Indian contingent continues to aim for more podium finishes as the tournament progresses. Assam Floods: A Growing Humanitarian Crisis While India celebrated sporting victories, Assam faced a devastating natural disaster. Floods across the state have claimed 80 lives so far, with more than 2.12 lakh people affected across eight districts. According to officials, hundreds of villages remain submerged, and thousands of hectares of farmland have been damaged.

The situation continues to remain challenging as rescue and relief operations are underway in several affected areas. Ramayana Trailer: A Glimpse Into India’s Epic Retelling The much-awaited trailer of Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana has finally arrived, giving audiences a grand glimpse of one of Indian cinema’s most ambitious projects. Featuring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama and Yash as Ravana, the two-part epic promises a spectacular cinematic experience with massive sets, advanced visual effects, and a larger-than-life portrayal of the battle between good and evil. The four-minute-nine-second trailer has already generated widespread excitement, with viewers praising its scale, visuals, and emotional storytelling. Hockey India Jersey Controversy Sparks Debate Indian hockey found itself at the centre of a controversy after Hockey India announced a new orange kit for its men’s and women’s teams, replacing the traditional blue jersey ahead of upcoming World Cup tournaments. The move drew vehement criticism from politicians, including Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, and several hockey legends. Hockey India defended the move, stating that players and support staff were consulted and that the decision was based on technical considerations. However, reports quoting unnamed sources claimed that some members of the team were not informed about the change beforehand.