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Today in India: 9 August 2026
El-Sayed defeats Stevens in Michigan primary
Abdul El-Sayed, a 41-year-old epidemiologist and Rhodes Scholar, defeated six-term incumbent Haley Stevens in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary. His margin was under 15,000 votes. Outside groups backing Stevens, including the AIPAC-directed United Democracy Project, spent more than $60 million. El-Sayed raised about $3.5 million for his campaign.
ISRO announces 746 vacancies
ISRO and the Department of Space have announced 746 vacancies through three notifications issued between July 27 and 29. The posts include 336 regular positions, 244 administrative roles and 92 Scientist or Engineer SC posts. A further 410 apprenticeships are available for the 2026-27 training year.
Maharashtra adds 98 law colleges
The Maharashtra CET Cell has extended the MAH LLB Round 1 option form deadline to August 11 for three-year and five-year courses. The extension follows approval for 98 additional colleges. The number of institutions in the admission pool has risen from 93 to 146 for the three-year course.
India records 3.27 lakh EV sales
India recorded 3.27 lakh electric vehicle sales in July 2026, a 66 per cent rise from a year earlier, according to FADA data. EVs accounted for almost one in eight new vehicle sales. Nepal imported more than 13,500 electric vehicles during the past year, over twice the previous figure.
Allahabad High Court reduces dowry death sentence
The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court reduced Sandeep Singh Hora’s sentence for dowry death from life imprisonment to 10 years’ rigorous imprisonment. The court held that direct evidence of the accused’s role is not necessary once the statutory conditions for drawing an inference are established.
Vaiko book launch triggers INDIA bloc dispute
Rahul Gandhi launched a collection of MDMK leader Vaiko’s parliamentary speeches in Delhi. Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav received the first copy at the Constitution Club of India. The event has prompted a political dispute in Tamil Nadu, with questions raised about coordination among INDIA bloc parties.
Sher-e-Punjab T20 auction set for August 9
The inaugural Sher-e-Punjab T20 League player auction will take place on August 9, with more than 450 players expected to participate. The league, announced by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, will have six franchise teams. Eligibility is restricted to players from Punjab, according to the organisers.
Centre approves 11 new flying schools
The Civil Aviation Ministry has issued Letters of Intent for 11 new Flying Training Organisations at seven Airports Authority of India airports. The schools are expected to add 750 pilot training seats each year. Indian training organisations now operate 385 aircraft, compared with 324 earlier, while airline hiring has grown more slowly.
Glasgow hands Commonwealth Games baton to Ahmedabad
The 2026 Commonwealth Games concluded in Glasgow with a closing ceremony at the OVO Hydro. Performances included appearances by Delta Goodrem, Cammy Barnes and poet Jackie Kay. The Games flag was formally handed to Ahmedabad, which is scheduled to host the 2030 edition of the Commonwealth Games.
Bhai Tera Star Hai targets 1,000 screens
Producer-director Vivek B Agarwal said Bhai Tera Star Hai will release on July 30 across between 900 and 1,000 Indian screens. PVR Inox Pictures will distribute the film, starring Raghav Juyal. Its release will coincide with Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which has already drawn substantial attention.
The closing thought
The day’s reports span electoral contests, public recruitment, education, mobility, sport and cinema, with several figures pointing to rapid expansion. Yet announcements, approvals and planned releases are not the same as completed outcomes. The immediate checks will be the final admission lists, recruitment schedules, EV registrations, league participation and opening-week collections across these sectors.
Read the full stories
- Progressive El-Sayed defeats AIPAC-backed incumbent in Michigan primary
- ISRO announces 746 vacancies, 93 scientist posts via GATE
- Maharashtra LLB portal expands as 98 colleges get approval
- India Hits Record EV Sales as Nepal Sees Sharp Import Rise
- Allahabad HC Upholds Life Sentence, Lowers Dowry Death Term
- Akhilesh and Rahul launch Vaiko's book, spark INDIA bloc row
- Sher-e-Punjab T20 League for Punjab players only, auction August 9
- Centre clears 11 flying schools, IndiGo pilot hiring lags flight growth
- Glasgow 2026 Games close, Ahmedabad handed baton for 2030
- Bhai Tera Star Hai plans 1,000 screens against Spider-Man juggernaut
This digest was compiled and written by AI from the day’s Indian Opinion coverage.
