New Delhi, August 26, 2025 – The day was marked by major developments in the political and judicial landscape of India. From Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal questioning Union Home Minister Amit Shah over a proposed law targeting jailed ministers to the Delhi High Court’s ruling on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s degree records, several key stories shaped the national discourse.

Kejriwal Questions Amit Shah on ‘Sack Jailed Ministers’ Law

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal raised questions on Home Minister Amit Shah’s proposal to enact a law that would enable the automatic removal of ministers if they are jailed.

Kejriwal argued that such a move was politically motivated, pointing out that several opposition leaders are under investigation or imprisonment in cases that he claims are politically influenced.

He said the law could be misused to target opposition-run governments while ignoring ministers from the ruling party facing allegations. Shah, however, defended the proposal as a necessary step to uphold integrity in governance.

Delhi HC Quashes CIC Order on PM Modi’s Degree

In a significant judgment, the Delhi High Court set aside a Central Information Commission (CIC) order that directed the Delhi University to disclose Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 1978 degree records.

The Court observed that such disclosure would be an invasion of privacy and held that the Right to Information (RTI) Act cannot be used to access personal academic details unless it serves a larger public interest.

The ruling is expected to fuel ongoing debates around the PM’s educational qualifications, which have been a contentious political issue for years.

Other Key Headlines of the Day

Alongside these developments, several other stories shaped the national and global conversation:

• Presidential Reference Hearing LIVE: Centre strongly opposed timelines for high constitutional authorities like the President and Governors, arguing such issues must be resolved politically, not judicially.

• Amit Shah on Demographic Changes: The Home Minister described deliberate demographic changes in border areas as a threat to national security, speaking at the Vibrant Villages Programme workshop.

• PM Modi’s Japan Visit: India’s ambassador to Japan Vikram Misri highlighted that the Quad grouping remains crucial for peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific, as PM Modi continues his visit.

• Priyanka Gandhi Joins Rahul Gandhi in Bihar Yatra: Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra joined brother Rahul Gandhi in the ongoing ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’, aimed at mobilising support across Bihar.

• Australia Expels Iran Ambassador: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese accused Iran of directing antisemitic attacks in Australia, announcing the expulsion of Iran’s ambassador.

• Trump on North Korea: US President Donald Trump expressed willingness to meet Kim Jong Un again, saying he looked forward to seeing him in the future.

• Netanyahu Regrets Gaza Journalist Deaths: Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu called the killing of journalists in a Gaza hospital strike a “mishap”, as international condemnation grew.

Conclusion

The day’s news cycle was dominated by the Kejriwal–Shah exchange on governance reforms and the Delhi HC’s ruling on PM Modi’s degree records, both of which have significant political implications.

Meanwhile, developments in international relations, border security, and ongoing conflicts added to the busy news day, making August 26 a day of intense debates and critical decisions.

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