Looking for what happened on July 28? We’ve pulled together the biggest stories that mattered to Indians on that day. From a high‑profile court decision to dangerous rains, plus the latest in cricket and Bollywood, here’s what you need to know.
The Delhi High Court turned down bail for Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam and six others in the 2020 Delhi riots case under the UAPA. The judges said violent protests aren’t protected speech, and the bail denial means the accused will stay in jail while the trial continues. Sharjeel Imam has already taken the matter to the Supreme Court, so the legal battle isn’t over yet.
At the same time, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert as heavy rain battered Punjab, Delhi‑NCR and parts of Uttar Pradesh. Floodwaters forced evacuations along the Haryana‑Delhi border and turned many city streets into rivers. In Delhi, the Yamuna rose to 207.44 metres, just shy of its historic peak, causing flight delays at IGI Airport and temporary halts to cremations at Nigambodh Ghat. Road diversions were in place on the Outer Ring Road and near the airport.
Further north, Uttarakhand faced a cloudburst in Chamoli’s Tharali district, prompting a 24‑hour dangerous rain warning. Travel advisories warned of landslides and flash floods across the state’s mountain highways. Meanwhile, Jammu & Kashmir was braced for above‑average September rain with flash‑flood and landslide alerts from the IMD.
Cricket fans got a buzz from the IPL playoffs: Gujarat Titans announced Kusal Mendis as a replacement for Jos Buttler, marking the first time a player has debuted in the playoffs. In a different arena, KKR faced PBKS at Eden Gardens in a high‑stakes IPL 2025 match. The pitch promised true bounce and some evening dew, so both teams were eyeing a big chase.
On the entertainment front, Tiger Shroff’s Baaghi 4 trailer dropped, showing a darker, more violent side of the franchise with Sanjay Dutt playing the villain. The trailer hinted at heavy stunts and a revenge‑driven plot, setting expectations for a September release.
International news saw the Israel‑Iran “Twelve‑Day War” confined to the skies, with both sides relying on jets, missiles and drones. The U.S. stepped in on the ninth day, and a cease‑fire followed, highlighting how modern conflicts can stay airborne.
In other quick updates, NEET MDS 2025 cutoffs fell, opening more seats for medical aspirants, and Trump’s tariffs faced a setback after a U.S. appeals court ruled most levies illegal. Those are the headlines that shaped July 28, 2025, in a nutshell.
The tarot forecast for July 28, 2025, highlights joy and reunions for Aries, self-reflection for Taurus, a balancing act for Virgo, and fresh beginnings mixed with challenges for Libra. Nurturing passions and managing emotions stand out in this day's guidance.