Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut has once again landed at the centre of a social media storm after sharing a strongly worded Instagram post targeting what she described as "westernized Indian women" and questioning the idea of "fake independence." Days after her viral comments on Gen Z and protest culture sparked widespread debate, Kangana returned with another controversial message, arguing that independence and freedom must be earned through responsibility and accountability. In her post, she praised women who make difficult and unconventional life choices while taking full responsibility for them, contrasting them with those she claimed seek the appearance of independence without earning it. One of the most controversial parts of her post was the use of the phrase "gutter chap," which immediately drew sharp reactions online and reignited political and social debate. WATCH

Former Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan received a hero's welcome from NDA MPs, just days after stepping down from the Union Cabinet amid the escalating NEET paper leak controversy. Pradhan entered Parliament to loud slogans, applause and a symbolic show of solidarity from NDA lawmakers, signalling the ruling alliance's continued support despite his resignation. According to Pradhan, his decision to step down was taken to prevent what he described as "anti-national forces" from exploiting the issue and to allow the government to focus on reforms. At the same time, the Opposition launched a fierce protest inside and outside Parliament. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra led demonstrations over the alleged police action against students during recent protests. Opposition MPs also raised "Shiksha Chori" slogans targeting Union Home Minister Amit Shah, demanding answers over the alleged police action during the July 20 student demonstrations and the criminal cases registered against protesters. WATCH