The Supreme Court of India has denied interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in a corruption case linked to the city’s scrapped liquor policy. The court asked the CBI to respond to Kejriwal's bail plea and scheduled the next hearing for August 23. Senior Advocate Abhishek Singhvi argued that Kejriwal’s arrest was legally questionable and accused the CBI of malice. The Delhi High Court previously upheld the arrest, citing concerns about potential witness influence. The case involves allegations of irregularities in the implementation of the Delhi Liquor Policy.

Delhi Education Minister Atishi will hoist the national flag at the Chhatrasal Stadium on August 15, 2024, in place of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. This decision was announced by Environment Minister Gopal Rai, who confirmed that Kejriwal expressed his desire for Atishi to lead the Independence Day event. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) had earlier informed that Kejriwal wrote to the Delhi Lieutenant Governor regarding the change. However, the LG's office denied receiving any such letter. The BJP criticized the move, suggesting Kejriwal should appoint Atishi as the new Chief Minister.

The BJP criticized Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's remarks on the Hindenburg Research report, calling them a “deceitful” attempt to destabilize India’s financial system. BJP spokesperson CR Kesavan compared the report to "shady underarm bowling," asserting it undermines confidence in India’s stock market and SEBI. Gandhi had questioned the integrity of SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch, suggesting a conflict of interest. BJP IT cell head Amit Malviya labeled Gandhi’s actions as an effort to destroy India’s economic progress. SEBI and the Adani Group have denied the report’s allegations as baseless and misleading.

Rahul Gandhi has sharply criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating that the latest Hindenburg Research report "reveals why Modi is afraid of a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) probe." Gandhi alleged that the report uncovers potential conflicts of interest involving SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Buch, who is accused of holding offshore investments linked to the Adani Group. Gandhi questioned, "Why hasn’t SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch resigned yet?" He demanded accountability and said, "The integrity of SEBI has been gravely compromised." The BJP labeled these claims as part of an opposition conspiracy to destabilize the financial sector.

Rahul Gandhi expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his visit to landslide-hit Wayanad, where the official death toll has reached 226. Gandhi hopes Modi will declare the disaster a ‘national disaster’ after witnessing the devastation firsthand. Modi’s visit includes reviewing relief efforts, conducting an aerial survey, and interacting with survivors. Despite the ongoing relief work, many remain unaccounted for. The Prime Minister’s visit is expected to bring additional focus and resources to the recovery efforts in the affected areas of Chooralmala, Mundakkai, Attamala, and Punchirimattom.

Manish Sisodia, a senior AAP leader, walked out of Tihar Jail after 17 months in custody. The Supreme Court granted him bail in the Delhi excise policy scam cases. Supporters and party workers gathered to welcome him with slogans. Sisodia said, "I was not alone in jail for the past 17 months; every Delhiite and schoolchild was with me emotionally." He expressed gratitude to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and thanked the Supreme Court for upholding the Constitution. The court reaffirmed that "bail is a rule, and jail is an exception," calling his detention unjust.

The Supreme Court granted bail to Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Manish Sisodia, ending his 17-month detention over alleged corruption linked to the Delhi excise policy. Arrested on February 26, 2023, by the CBI, and later by the ED, Sisodia had been denied bail by lower courts. The Supreme Court criticized the delay in his trial, emphasizing bail as the norm rather than detention. Sisodia must furnish Rs 2 lakh in bail bonds, surrender his passport, and report to authorities as required. AAP leaders welcomed the decision, praising the court’s move.

American astronauts Barry “Butch” Wilmore and Sunita Williams, who launched on a Boeing Starliner mission on June 5, face an indefinite stay on the International Space Station (ISS) due to spacecraft issues. The Starliner, which encountered propulsion and thruster problems, may not return them safely. NASA is exploring alternatives, including possibly using a SpaceX Crew Dragon for their return in February 2025. This scenario would extend their mission from 8 days to over 8 months. Despite the uncertainty, both astronauts remain positive about their extended stay in space.

Rajya Sabha chairperson Jagdeep Dhankhar briefly exited the House following an uproar from opposition members over the disqualification of wrestler Vinesh Phogat from the Paris Olympics. The opposition demanded a discussion on the issue, but Dhankhar refused, calling their behavior "unprecedented" and "indigestible." He expressed concern over the tarnishing of the Speaker's dignity and criticized the politicization of Phogat's situation. Despite his efforts to pacify the opposition by acknowledging the nation's shared pain, the INDIA bloc parties staged a walkout in protest.

In Parliament, Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi urged the government to declare the Wayanad landslide a national disaster and provide a comprehensive rehabilitation package. Calling the event a "huge tragedy," Gandhi emphasized the need for enhanced compensation and disaster-resistant infrastructure. "I saw it with my own eyes. Entire families are gone," he said. With over 200 confirmed dead and many missing, the casualty count may exceed 400. Gandhi praised state governments and rescue forces for their efforts and highlighted the unity among communities during the crisis.