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Trump Announces Agreement for Hamas Disarmament and Phased Israeli Withdrawal in Gaza
US President Donald Trump announced that his Board of Peace has reached a historic agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza. The phased deal includes Israeli military withdrawal, the establishment of a new Palestinian technocratic administration, and deployment of an International Stabilization Force to ensure security. Mediators from Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey facilitated the talks. Hamas has acknowledged the framework but conditioned disarmament on Israeli withdrawal. Israel has not formally agreed, and implementation faces significant hurdles and timelines.
July 31 Income Tax Return Filing Deadline Nears with Over 5.5 Crore Returns Submitted
July 31, 2026, marks the deadline for filing Income Tax Returns (ITR) for salaried individuals, pensioners, and others using ITR-1 or ITR-2 forms. Over 5.5 crore returns have been filed so far, with many taxpayers rushing to avoid late fees and interest. Missing the deadline may result in penalties up to Rs 5,000, interest on unpaid taxes, delayed refunds, and loss of certain tax benefits. Taxpayers with business income or audit requirements have extended deadlines, typically August 31 or later. Filing requires accurate information and e-verification within 30 days to avoid returns being treated as belated or invalid. No extension of the deadline has been announced, and experts advise filing promptly to avoid complications.
Avalanche on Pakistan's Broad Peak Leaves 10 Climbers Missing, Including Nirmal Purja
An avalanche struck Pakistan's Broad Peak, an 8,047-metre mountain in the Karakoram range, on July 30, leaving 10 climbers, including renowned Nepalese mountaineer Nirmal Purja, missing. The multinational team comprised climbers from Nepal, Pakistan, Oman, the United States, and China. Rescue operations have recovered four bodies, with two identified as Omani and Nepalese climbers. Efforts continue amid challenging weather and terrain, with helicopters deployed when conditions permit. Authorities from Pakistan and Nepal are coordinating search and rescue efforts.



