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Pushkar Jog begins shooting for his new Hindi film 'Antaraal' in UK

Mumbai, Jul 10 (UNI) Actor Pushkar Jog has commenced filming for his upcoming Hindi feature "Antaraal", a horror-romantic drama currently being shot across the United Kingdom.

#Pushkar Jog begins shooting for his new Hindi film 'Antaraal' in UK

Two Kolkata cops suspended for posting 'derogatory' social media content regarding CM

Kolkata, Jul 10 (UNI) Two Deputy Commissioner rank officials of the Kolkata police have been suspended for posting allegedly derogatory content concerning West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on their social media handles, sources said on Friday.

#Two Kolkata cops suspended for posting 'derogatory' social media content regarding CM

Adhir Chowdhury's security downgraded from Y-plus to X category

Baharampur, Jul 10 (UNI) The Centre has downgraded the security cover of Congress veteran and former Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, from Y-Plus category to X category.

#Adhir Chowdhury's security downgraded from Y-plus to X category

Jorge Jesus reunites with Cristiano Ronaldo as new Portugal head coach

Lisbon, July 10 (UNI) Jorge Jesus has been named Portugal''s new head coach on a four-year contract to run through to the 2030 World Cup with the nation co-hosting the tournament.

#Jorge Jesus reunites with Cristiano Ronaldo as new Portugal head coach

Haryana, Bihar sign inter-state bus pact; Direct AC services to connect key industrial cities

Chandigarh, Jul 10 (UNI) In a major step towards strengthening interstate public transport connectivity, the Haryana and Bihar governments on Friday signed a bilateral agreement to launch regular inter-state bus services between the two states.

#Haryana # Bihar sign inter-state bus pact; Direct AC services to connect key industrial cities

Schools Told to Shift Student Pick-Up Inside Campuses, Promote Car-Pooling to Improve Safety

Chandigarh, July 10 (UNI) In a significant move aimed at improving the safety of schoolchildren and easing traffic congestion around educational institutions, the District Road Safety Committee of Chandigarh has directed all schools to ensure that students are picked up and dropped off within school campuses instead of on public roads.

#Schools Told to Shift Student Pick-Up Inside Campuses # Promote Car-Pooling to Improve Safety

West Bengal to unveil tourism industry policy with incentives for hotels, alongwith new homestay SOPs

By Snehal Sengupta
Kolkata, Jul 10 (UNI) After a prod from the Centre to focus on tourism as one of the main pillars of industry and growth, the West Bengal tourism department is preparing a comprehensive tourism industry policy, including cash and non-cash incentives for hotel projects and a standardised policy for homestays and bed-and-breakfast establishments, state Tourism Minister Shankar Ghosh said on Friday.

#West Bengal to unveil tourism industry policy with incentives for hotels # alongwith new homestay SOPs

West Bengal to unveil tourism industry policy with incentives for hotels alongwith new homestay SOPs

By Snehal Sengupta
Kolkata, Jul 10 (UNI) After a prod from the Centre to focus on tourism as one of the main pillars of industry and growth, the West Bengal government''s Department of Toursim is preparing a comprehensive tourism industry policy, including cash and non-cash incentives for hotel projects and a standardised policy for homestays and bed-and-breakfast establishments, West Bengal''s Tourism Minister Shankar Ghosh announced today.

#West Bengal to unveil tourism industry policy with incentives for hotels alongwith new homestay SOPs

Police inspector rescues ailing woman, rushes her to hospital

Kakinada, July 10 (UNI): A police inspector in Kakinada earned praise for his prompt humanitarian response after rescuing a young woman found in a critical condition on the roadside and ensuring she received timely medical treatment.

#Police inspector rescues ailing woman # rushes her to hospital

White House signals willingness to continue with MoU despite Trump's statement calling it effectively 'over'

Washington/Tehran, Jul 10 (UNI) The White House signalled on Thursday that it was committed to honouring the memorandum of understanding with Iran, despite President Donald Trump''s earlier declaration this week that the framework deal to end the ongoing war was effectively "over".

#White House signals willingness to continue with MoU despite Trump's statement calling it effectively 'over'

Bengal: Six-year-old raped for more than a year; Cousin arrested

Kolkata, Jul 10 (UNI) A 27-year-old man working as a sales executive in a private company has been arrested for allegedly raping his six-year-old cousin for over a year.
The police identified the man as Rajib Biswas.
The girl was taken to the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital on Thursday after she complained of pain and discomfort in her private parts to her parents, police sources said.

#Bengal: Six-year-old raped for more than a year; Cousin arrested

Telangana : Five SCCL mines earn Centre's prestigious 5-Star rating

Hyderabad, July 10 (UNI) Five mines of The Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) have been selected for the prestigious 5-Star Rating under the National Coal Mine Rating Programme conducted by the Ministry of Coal for the assessment year 2024-25.

#Telangana : Five SCCL mines earn Centre's prestigious 5-Star rating

Himachal CM inaugurates digital heritage museum in Shimla

Shimla, July 10 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Friday inaugurated a state-of-the-art digital museum at Bantony here, describing it as a major step towards preserving and promoting the state''s rich cultural and historical heritage through modern technology.

#Himachal CM inaugurates digital heritage museum in Shimla

Inclusive ballot access key to democracy’s future: Arunachal Guv

Itanagar, July 10 (UNI) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen (Retd) KT Parnaik on Friday said the future of democracy depends on making ballot access more inclusive, accessible and meaningful for every eligible citizen while firmly safeguarding the integrity and credibility of the electoral process.

#Inclusive ballot access key to democracy’s future: Arunachal Guv

Khandu meets union Tourism Minister, pushes adventure tourism agenda

Itanagar, July 10 (UNI) Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Friday met union Minister for Tourism and Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and discussed measures to promote adventure tourism in Arunachal Pradesh, besides exploring the possibility of hosting the upcoming International Tourism Mart (ITM) in the state.

#Khandu meets union Tourism Minister # pushes adventure tourism agenda

Major fire guts decoration materials warehouse in Hyderabad; no casualties reported

Hyderabad, July 10 (UNI) A major fire broke out at a warehouse storing decoration materials near the Musi River under the Chaderghat police station limits on Friday evening, triggering panic among local residents.

#Major fire guts decoration materials warehouse in Hyderabad; no casualties reported

Fourth accused held in ₹12.3 Lakh 'Dunki Route' US immigration fraud case

Panchkula, Jul 10 (UNI) Panchkula Police has arrested the fourth and main accused in a ₹12.30 lakh immigration fraud case in which a Panchkula resident was allegedly duped on the promise of being sent legally to the United States but was instead routed through multiple countries via the so-called "Dunki Route."
The accused, identified as Azad Singh of Panipat, was arrested at Amritsar Airport after being detained on the basis of a Look-Out Circular (LOC) while allegedly attempting to leave for Malaysia.

#Fourth accused held in ₹12.3 Lakh 'Dunki Route' US immigration fraud case

Israel shares intel with US on possible Iranian plans to kill Trump

Jerusalem, Jul 10 (UNI) Israel has reportedly shared intelligence with the US about alleged Iranian plans to kill US President Donald Trump, according to Channel 12.

#Israel shares intel with US on possible Iranian plans to kill Trump

India, Oman review strategic partnership, focus on trade, defence, AI

By Nikhil Vyas
New Delhi, Jul 10 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar (EAM) held key bilateral talks with Oman''s Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Albusaidi in Muscat today, during which the two leaders reviewed the full spectrum of the strategic partnership between the two countries and exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest.

#India # Oman review strategic partnership # focus on trade # defence

AP: Navy to induct indigenous stealth frigate into Eastern Fleet on July 11

Visakhapatnam, Jul 10 (UNI) The Indian Navy will induct ''INS Mahendragiri'' (F38), the sixth indigenous Project 17A stealth frigate, into its Eastern Fleet at Visakhapatnam tomorrow, further strengthening the country''s maritime combat capability.

#AP: Navy to induct indigenous stealth frigate into Eastern Fleet on July 11

AP: YSRCP seeks EC probe into 'MyTDP Aap' misuse, intimidation of BLOs

Vijayawada, July 10 (UNI) The opposition YSR Congress Party MLC and state general secretary Lella Appi Reddy along with other party leaders on Friday submitted three detailed representations to the Chief Electoral Officer, Andhra Pradesh, with copies to the Election Commission of India, seeking urgent intervention to check what they claimed were serious irregularities surrounding the ongoing SIR process. .

#AP: YSRCP seeks EC probe into 'MyTDP Aap' misuse # intimidation of BLOs

Qatar to carry on as mediator in US-Iran war; JD Vance, Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner confirm continued contact with Doha

Doha/Washington, Jul 10 (UNI) Qatar will continue its role as a mediator between the US and Iran despite the recent flare up in tensions between the two nations, Foreign Ministry spokesman Majed Al Ansari said on Thursday.

#Qatar to carry on as mediator in US-Iran war; JD Vance # Steve Witkoff # Jared Kushner confirm continued contact with Doha

Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre Produced In Court Remanded In To PC For Three Days ; Party Serves show-Cause Notice

Mumbai, July 10 (UNI) Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre (Eknath Shinde group) accused of assaulting doctors and medical staff at Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation''s Shastri Nagar Hospital in Thane district on July 6, was remanded on Friday to police custody for three days.

#Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre Produced In Court Remanded In To PC For Three Days ; Party Serves show-Cause Notice

Cong accuses Amit Shah of misleading CBCI, alleges Centre weaponising FCRA Rules

New Delhi, Jul 10 (UNI) Congress general secretary (Organisation) K C Venugopal on Friday accused union Home Minister Amit Shah of misleading the Catholic Bishops'' Conference of India (CBCI) over the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), alleging that the Narendra Modi government has systematically used the law to target civil society organisations and minority-run institutions.

#Cong accuses Amit Shah of misleading CBCI # alleges Centre weaponising FCRA Rules

Moshi building collapse: Saturated solid waste likely caused structure to overturn, says PSEA

Pune, Jul 10 (UNI) The Professional Structural Engineers Association (PSEA) today said that the recent building collapse at Moshi, according to its preliminary assessment, was likely caused by lateral pressure exerted by water-saturated solid waste rather than by any inherent structural failure of the building.

#Moshi building collapse: Saturated solid waste likely caused structure to overturn # says PSEA

Bangladesh dealt injury blow as pacer Mustafizur Rahman ruled out

Harare, July 10 (UNI) Bangladesh have suffered an injury setback with Mustafizur Rahman ruled out for four weeks due to a grade one tear in his right hamstring and meniscal degeneration in his right knee.
The left-arm pacer complained of discomfort while bowling during the opening ODI against Zimbabwe on Monday and subsequent scans confirmed the injuries.

#Bangladesh dealt injury blow as pacer Mustafizur Rahman ruled out

Chennai's iconic Chepauk stadium to hold Australia's BBL opener in December

Chennai, Juy 10 (UNI) Chennai''s iconic and historic M A Chidambaram stadium, which had hosted the second Tied Test in cricketing history involving India and Australia, will be hosting the opening match of the Cricket Australia''s popular Big Bash League (BBL) in December this year.

#Chennai's iconic Chepauk stadium to hold Australia's BBL opener in December

Delhi Congress alleges rising dengue, malaria risk after rains; says BJP focused on political maneuvering instead of public issues

New Delhi, Jul 10 (UNI) Delhi Congress president Devender Yadav on Friday criticised the BJP government and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) over waterlogging, garbage accumulation, and the increasing threat of mosquito-borne diseases following heavy rainfall in the national capital.

#Delhi Congress alleges rising dengue # malaria risk after rains; says BJP focused on political maneuvering instead of public issues

Tripura secures investment pledges of Rs 1.21 lakh Cr signing 342 MoUs

Agartala, July 10 (UNI) Tripura has made a remarkable leap in attracting investment, securing pledges totaling Rs 1,21,303 crore in the two-day Tripura Destination Business Conclave 2026, which concluded on Friday.

#Tripura secures investment pledges of Rs 1.21 lakh Cr signing 342 MoUs

Nagaland guv reviews AYUSH Hospital's functioning

Dimapur, Jul 10 (UNI) Nagaland Governor Nand Kishore Yadav visited AYUSH Hospital at Chedema in Kohima district on Friday to review the hospital''s functioning.

#Nagaland guv reviews AYUSH Hospital's functioning

Chandrapur to get 30 electric buses under PM e-Bus Sewa Scheme

Chandrapur, July 10 (UNI) :Chandrapur city is set to receive 30 electric buses under the Centre’s PM e-Bus Sewa Scheme, aimed at promoting eco-friendly and efficient public transportation.

#Chandrapur to get 30 electric buses under PM e-Bus Sewa Scheme

Mumbai: BEST bus collision injures several, traffic hit in Andheri

Mumbai, Jul 10 (UNI) Several people were injured after a Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) bus allegedly lost control and rammed into multiple vehicles in Andheri West on Friday afternoon, triggering panic among commuters and causing major traffic congestion in the area, officials said.

#Mumbai: BEST bus collision injures several # traffic hit in Andheri

Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0: Chhattisgarh charts roadmap for sustainable rural drinking water management

Raipur, Jul 10 (UNI) In a significant step towards ensuring the long-term sustainability and efficient management of rural drinking water infrastructure, a high-level meeting on the Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Policy under Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 was held on Friday at Mantralaya (Mahanadi Bhawan).

#Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0: Chhattisgarh charts roadmap for sustainable rural drinking water management

US Navy urges vessels to use southern corridor to traverse Strait of Hormuz, refutes Iran's authority over international waterway

Washington, Jul 10 (UNI) The US Navy has continued to urge commercial vessels to use the southern shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz despite recent Iranian attacks on ships using the route and repeated warnings from Tehran that vessels should instead transit via a northern passage close to Iran''s coastline.

#US Navy urges vessels to use southern corridor to traverse Strait of Hormuz # refutes Iran's authority over international waterway

AP Minister Lokesh invites Hyundai shipbuilding arm to set up shipbuilding cluster in AP

Vijayawada, Jul 10 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Minister for Education, Information Technology and Electronics, Nara Lokesh, on an investment trip to South Korea, held talks on Friday with top officials on investment opportunities in AP''s maritime and shipbuilding sector.

#AP Minister Lokesh invites Hyundai shipbuilding arm to set up shipbuilding cluster in AP

TGSRTC's Free Pushpak AC connectivity to Bengaluru wins praise, boosts bookings

Hyderabad, July 10 (UNI) The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) has received an encouraging response to its new initiative offering free local connectivity for passengers travelling from Hyderabad to Bengaluru, with the scheme leading to a significant increase in bookings.

#TGSRTC's Free Pushpak AC connectivity to Bengaluru wins praise # boosts bookings

Manipur delegation attended executive meeting of North East Indigenous People's Forum

Imphal, July 10 (UNI) The Executive Meeting of the North East Indigenous People''s Forum (NEIPF) was held on Friday in Guwahati under the chairmanship of Anup Chetia, Chairman of the Forum. A team from Manipur also attended the event.

#Manipur delegation attended executive meeting of North East Indigenous People's Forum

Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi holds talks with regional mediators post flare up with US

Tehran, Jul 10 (UNI) Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held a series of calls with senior regional officials on Thursday as Tehran intensified diplomatic efforts following this week''s sharp military escalation with the US.

#Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi holds talks with regional mediators post flare up with US

Regional mediators intensify diplomatic efforts to renew negotiations between US-Iran after flaring tensions

Washington/Tehran, Jul 10 (UNI) Amid flaring tensions between the US and Iran, regional mediators have intensified their diplomatic efforts to prevent the total collapse of talks between the two nations and revive negotiations on a nuclear settlement, post the recent military clashes between Washington and Tehran.

#Regional mediators intensify diplomatic efforts to renew negotiations between US-Iran after flaring tensions

India, Australia ink agreement to protect traditional knowledge

New Delhi, Jul 10 (UNI) The Australian Patent-awarding agency, IP Australia, has signed an agreement with India to gain access to our country''s traditional knowledge database, as it examines patent applications in accordance with Australia''s patent laws and examination procedures.

#India # Australia ink agreement to protect traditional knowledge

Former Brazil striker Romario says Ancelotti must go

Rio De Janeiro, July 10 (UNI) Former striker Romario has called for the dismissal of Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti, describing the team''s World Cup elimination as "a disgrace".
Ancelotti''s contract runs until 2030 but Romario said the Italian''s position had become untenable following Brazil''s 2-1 loss to Norway in the round of 16.

#Former Brazil striker Romario says Ancelotti must go

Unruly litigant disrupts Supreme Court proceedings, throws papers & abuses court

New Delhi, Jul 10 (UNI) The Supreme Court today witnessed dramatic scenes during the hearing of an appeal filed by a petitioner appearing in person.

#Unruly litigant disrupts Supreme Court proceedings # throws papers & abuses court

Haryana police bust major drug supply chain, seize 3.06 lakh tapentadol tablets worth Rs 75 Lakh; 2 held

Chandigarh/Sirsa, Jul 10 (UNI) In a major crackdown on the illegal trade of pharmaceutical narcotics, the Haryana Police seized 3.06 lakh Tapentadol tablets valued at approximately Rs 75 lakh and arrested two people after intercepting a parcel-laden pickup vehicle in Sirsa.

#Haryana police bust major drug supply chain # seize 3.06 lakh tapentadol tablets worth Rs 75 Lakh; 2 held

England's Quansah suspended for two World Cup matches

Miami, July 10 (UNI) England will be without Jarell Quansah for its World Cup quarterfinal clash with Norway, as the defender serves a two-match ban for his red card during the round-of-16 win over Mexico. .

#England's Quansah suspended for two World Cup matches

Rajbhar levels serious extortion allegations against Akhilesh Yadav

Lucknow, July 10 (UNI) Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP) chief and Uttar Pradesh Panchayati Raj Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar has accused SP President Akhilesh Yadav of orchestrating extortion through his associates.

#Rajbhar levels serious extortion allegations against Akhilesh Yadav

UoH Faculty & research scholar receive prestigious Royal Society International Exchange Fellowship

Hyderabad, July 10 (UNI) The University of Hyderabad (UoH), an Institution of Eminence (IoE), has announced that Dr Pratap Kollu, Assistant Professor at the Centre for Advanced Studies in Electronics Science and Technology (CASEST), School of Physics, has been awarded the prestigious Visiting Fellowship by the Royal Society.

#UoH Faculty & research scholar receive prestigious Royal Society International Exchange Fellowship

India-Afghan relations built on centuries of friendship, trust and cultural heritage:Mawlawi Ataullah Omari invites Indian companies to invest

New Delhi, Jul 10 (UNI) Mawlawi Ataullah Omari, Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock of Afghanistan, on Friday described the India-Afghanistan relationship as one built on centuries of friendship, trust, and shared cultural heritage.

#India-Afghan relations built on centuries of friendship # trust and cultural heritage:Mawlawi Ataullah Omari invites Indian companies to invest

Telangana Chief Secretary reviews key industrial infrastructure projects

Hyderabad, July 10 (UNI) Telangana Chief Secretary Sanjay Jaju on Friday reviewed the progress of major industrial infrastructure projects in the state and directed officials to expedite their implementation to attract investments and generate large-scale employment opportunities.

#Telangana Chief Secretary reviews key industrial infrastructure projects

Police issues LoC against key suspect in Singapore in MLA bribery case

Chennai July 10 (UNI) The Greater Chennai City Ppolice have issued a Look out Circular (LoC) against Lakshmana Perumal, said to be a key suspect in the case and believed to be in Singapore, relating to the alleged attempt to poach a ruling TVK MLA with a bribe offer of Rs 35 crore to switch sides during voting in the resolution against the Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker. currently in Singapore.

#Police issues LoC against key suspect in Singapore in MLA bribery case

New political landscape in Purvanchal: BJP looks beyond Manoj Sinha; 2027 Assembly polls to be Atul Rai's Litmus Test

Vidya Shankar Rai
Lucknow, Jul 10 (UNI) With an eye on the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections and the subsequent 2029 Lok Sabha elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is working on its long-term political strategy in Purvanchal.

#New political landscape in Purvanchal: BJP looks beyond Manoj Sinha; 2027 Assembly polls to be Atul Rai's Litmus Test

Australia repatriates three antique idols to TN during PM's visit

Chennai, July 10 (UNI) Three antique stolen idols belonging to the 12th century, totally valued at Rs eight crore, were repatriated back
to Tamil Nadu by the authorities in Australia during the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday.

#Australia repatriates three antique idols to TN during PM's visit

New political landscape in Purvanchal: BJP looks beyond Manoj Sinha; 2027 Assembly polls to be Atul Rai's Litmus Test

Vidya Shankar Rai
Lucknow, Jul 10 (UNI) With an eye on the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections and the subsequent 2029 Lok Sabha elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is working on its long-term political strategy in Purvanchal.

#New political landscape in Purvanchal: BJP looks beyond Manoj Sinha; 2027 Assembly polls to be Atul Rai's Litmus Test

Australia repatriates three antique idols to TN during PM's visit

EXTERNAL TN IDOLS
Chennai, July 10 (UNI) Three antique stolen idols belonging to the 12th century, totally valued at Rs eight crore, were repatriated back
to Tamil Nadu by the authorities in Australia during the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday.

#Australia repatriates three antique idols to TN during PM's visit

27 students hospitalised after suspected food poisoning at Telangana Gurukul; TGHRC takes suo motu cognisance

Hyderabad, Jul 10 (UNI) As many as 27 students of a Tribal Welfare Boys Gurukul at Mannanur village in Amrabad mandal of Nagarkurnool district were hospitalised after allegedly suffering food poisoning following breakfast served at the hostel.

#27 students hospitalised after suspected food poisoning at Telangana Gurukul; TGHRC takes suo motu cognisance

Odisha: Wanted murder accused held after living under assumed identity for 28 years

Bhubaneswar, Jul 10 (UNI) A 50-year-old man, who had been absconding for nearly 28 years in connection with a murder case in Odisha''s Jharsuguda district, was arrested by a special police team from neighbouring Chhattisgarh, police said on Friday.

#Odisha: Wanted murder accused held after living under assumed identity for 28 years

‘Don’t use statehood as a cover to derail Kashmir’s development,’ says Bukhari

Srinagar, July 10 (UNI) Apni Party president Altaf Bukhari on Friday warned the ruling National Conference government not to sabotage development in Kashmir under garb of statehood.

#‘Don’t use statehood as a cover to derail Kashmir’s development #’ says Bukhari

PM Modi hails Australia visit, says new agreements will deepen strategic partnership

New Delhi, Jul 10 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed satisfaction over the outcomes of his visit to Australia, saying the engagements had further strengthened the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and opened new avenues for cooperation across a wide range of sectors.

#PM Modi hails Australia visit # says new agreements will deepen strategic partnership

PM Modi, Albanese unveil India-Australia sports roadmap at iconic Melbourne cricket ground

New Delhi, July 10 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Friday unveiled a comprehensive India-Australia Sports Collaboration Roadmap at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground, signalling a major push to deepen bilateral cooperation in sports, youth exchanges, sports science and investment as part of the expanding India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

#PM Modi # Albanese unveil India-Australia sports roadmap at iconic Melbourne cricket ground

IMD forecast signals vigorous monsoon revival across north India; heavy rain, thunderstorms to lash Haryana, Delhi and Uttarakhand

Panchkula, July 10 (UNI) The southwest monsoon has gathered fresh momentum, setting the stage for an intense spell of rain across large parts of North India.

#IMD forecast signals vigorous monsoon revival across north India; heavy rain # thunderstorms to lash Haryana # Delhi and Uttarakhand

Jharkhand signs 14 MoUs worth Rs 99,639 cr to boost industry, IT and tourism

Delhi/Ranchi, July 10 (UNI) Jharkhand signed 14 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) involving proposed investments of Rs 99,639 crore across the industry, information technology and tourism sectors during the valedictory session of the two-day National Stakeholders'' Consultation.

#Jharkhand signs 14 MoUs worth Rs 99 #639 cr to boost industry # IT and tourism

Four criminals killed, one injured in Gurugram police encounter; three policemen sustain bullet injuries

Panchkula, July 10 (UNI) Four alleged armed criminals were killed, and one was injured in an encounter with the Gurugram Police Crime Branch in the Sushant Lok Phase-II area.

#Four criminals killed # one injured in Gurugram police encounter; three policemen sustain bullet injuries

HC grants public trust status to Yallamma Temple after 32 years

Bengaluru, July 9 (UNI) Bringing to a close a 32-year legal battle over the status of one of north Karnataka''s revered shrines, the Karnataka High Court has declared the ancient Sri Yallamma Devi Temple in Belagavi district a public trust, holding that the temple belongs to the Hindu public and not to any private family.

#HC grants public trust status to Yallamma Temple after 32 years

Jharkhand signs MoUs worth Rs 99,000 cr across key sectors, state opening new avenues of opportunity: CM

New Delhi, Jul 9 (UNI) Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Thursday outlined his government''s vision for inclusive, sustainable and investment-led development, as he addressed the valedictory session of the two-day National Stakeholder Consultation in New Delhi.

#Jharkhand signs MoUs worth Rs 99 #000 cr across key sectors # state opening new avenues of opportunity: CM

IMS and SUM Hospital sets up Odisha's first in-house genomics lab

Bhubaneswar, July 9 (UNI) The Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS) and SUM Hospital has become the first hospital in the state to establish a comprehensive in-house genomics laboratory, enabling patients to undergo advanced genetic testing without travelling to metropolitan cities, claimed authorities of the private healthcare facility on Thursday. .

#IMS and SUM Hospital sets up Odisha's first in-house genomics lab

International shipping via Strait of Hormuz declines rapidly post renewed US-Iran clashes

Tehran, Jul 9 (UNI) Global shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has declined sharply following a fresh round of US strikes on Iranian coastal targets.

#International shipping via Strait of Hormuz declines rapidly post renewed US-Iran clashes

International shipping via Strait of Hormuz declines rapidly post renewed US-Iran clashes

Tehran, Jul 9 (UNI) Global shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has declined sharply following a fresh round of US strikes on Iranian coastal targets.

#International shipping via Strait of Hormuz declines rapidly post renewed US-Iran clashes

Hours after induction into party, BJP formally names ex-TMC leaders Sushmita Dev, two others as candidates for RS bypolls

Kolkata, Jul 9 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday night formally nominated former Trinamool Congress (TMC) Rajya Sabha members Sushmita Dev, Sukhendu Sekhar Roy and Prakash Chik Baraik as its candidates for the July 24 Rajya Sabha by-elections, hours after inducting the trio into the party at its West Bengal headquarters. .

#Hours after induction into party # BJP formally names ex-TMC leaders Sushmita Dev # two others as candidates for RS bypolls

Meghalaya: Behdienkhlam Festival celebrated by Jaintia community amid joy and religious fervour

Jowai, Jul 9 (UNI) The colourful and vibrant festival of Behdienkhlam was celebrated here in Meghalaya by the Pnar (Jaintia) community to symbolically ward off plagues and social evils.
The four-day celebration, which culminated on Thursday, drew followers of the indigenous Niamtre faith, who converged by the Wah Aitnar (a muddy pool), dancing to the tunes of the traditional pipes and drums, while "Khnong", a wooden post and ‘rots’, tall-decorated structures of various shapes and sizes, which are the main attractions of the festival, were carried amidst chants and cheers.

#Meghalaya: Behdienkhlam Festival celebrated by Jaintia community amid joy and religious fervour

India opt to bat first in must-win match against England

Bristol, July 9 (UNI) India captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and elected to bat first in the fourth T20 International against England on Thursday, making two injury-forced changes as the visitors seek to keep the five-match series alive.

#India opt to bat first in must-win match against England

India, Russia discuss emerging global, regional terror threats

New Delhi, Jul 9 (UNI) India and Russia have called for concerted action against terrorists and terrorist groups, including those listed in the UNSC 1267 Sanctions Committee and their proxy groups and affiliates.

#India # Russia discuss emerging global # regional terror threats

NMCG's 2 pilot projects boost sustainable urban drain management along Yamuna

New Delhi, 9 July (UNI) The National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) is mainstreaming Nature-based Solutions through the Sustainable River Rejuvenation (SRR) programme by implementing pilot projects based on constructed wetlands for in-situ treatment of urban drains, while simultaneously promoting research, innovation and capacity building for their wider adoption.

#NMCG's 2 pilot projects boost sustainable urban drain management along Yamuna

Iranian oil tankers rapidly accelerate exports through Strait of Hormuz amid threats by US to renew naval blockade

Tehran, Jul 9 (UNI) Intensifying attacks in the Persian Gulf have led Iran to dramatically accelerate its oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz overnight amid threats by the US to renew its naval blockade of Iranian ports.

#Iranian oil tankers rapidly accelerate exports through Strait of Hormuz amid threats by US to renew naval blockade

PM Modi Lauds Indian Diaspora in Australia, Showcases India's Transformation and Calls for Viksit Bharat Partnership

New Delhi, Jul 9 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday hailed the nearly one million-strong Indian community in Australia as a vital bridge between the two nations, crediting the diaspora with elevating bilateral ties while urging them to contribute their ideas, innovation and expertise towards India''s vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047.

#PM Modi Lauds Indian Diaspora in Australia # Showcases India's Transformation and Calls for Viksit Bharat Partnership

Jharkhand committed to vision of 'Mines to Minds', says CM Soren; Govt signs MoUs worth Rs 86,000 cr

New Delhi, Jul 9 (UNI) Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Thursday emphasised that the state is committed to its vision of "Mines to Minds" by harnessing knowledge, innovation, technology and human capital as the drivers of its next phase of growth.

#Jharkhand committed to vision of 'Mines to Minds' # says CM Soren; Govt signs MoUs worth Rs 86 #000 cr

Canara Bank Officials Call on Telangana Governor, Highlight Business Growth

Hyderabad, July 9 (UNI) Senior officials from Canara Bank on Thursday called on Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla and briefed him on the bank''s business growth and key strategic initiatives.

#Canara Bank Officials Call on Telangana Governor # Highlight Business Growth

Six-member gang involved in dacoity and cyber fraud busted in Odisha's Kendujhar

Bhubaneswar, July 9 (UNI) Six members of an inter-district gang allegedly involved in dacoity and cyber fraud were arrested by the Kendujhar police, officials said on Thursday.

#Six-member gang involved in dacoity and cyber fraud busted in Odisha's Kendujhar

IRGC warns any US involvement in determining Strait of Hormuz navigation would trigger ‘forceful response’ jeopardising maritime traffic

Tehran, Jul 9 (UNI) Iran''s powerful paramilitary theocratic guard, the IRGC warned on Thursday that any US involvement in determining shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz would trigger a "forceful response" and could jeopardise efforts to restore maritime traffic through the strategic waterway.

#IRGC warns any US involvement in determining Strait of Hormuz navigation would trigger ‘forceful response’ jeopardising maritime traffic

Young US-based Carnatic vocalist to perform charity concert in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, July 9 (UNI) Fifteen-year-old Carnatic vocalist Kum Sia Nagasri Jayakumar, a high school student from San Jose, California, will present a benefit concert, "Sangeetha Seva Saadhana," at the JNTU Auditorium, Kukatpally, on July 11 to raise funds for the Saadhana Welfare Society, which works for the care and empowerment of intellectually challenged individuals.

#Young US-based Carnatic vocalist to perform charity concert in Hyderabad

Nagaland honours 56 meritorious tribal students with CM fellowship

Dimapur, July 9 (UNI) Nagaland on Thursday felicitated 56 meritorious students belonging to indigenous Scheduled Tribes, including 43 girls, with the Chief Minister''s Meritorious Students Fellowship (CMMSF) Award for their outstanding performance in the HSLC Examination 2026.

#Nagaland honours 56 meritorious tribal students with CM fellowship

Prathyusha Challur costliest player at Maharani Trophy auction

Bengaluru, Jul 9 (UNI) India allrounder Prathyusha Challuru emerged as the costliest player in the history of the Maharani Trophy KSCA T20 after Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters signed her for a tournament-record Rs 4.5 lakh at the player auction on Thursday.

#Prathyusha Challur costliest player at Maharani Trophy auction

NCP Legislature Party urges Centre to confer Padma Vibhushan on late Dy CM Ajit Pawar

Mumbai, July 9 (UNI) The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) legislature unit has formally urged the Maharashtra government to recommend the late Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar for the posthumous conferment of the Padma Vibhushan, India''s second-highest civilian honor.

#NCP Legislature Party urges Centre to confer Padma Vibhushan on late Dy CM Ajit Pawar

IBS to invest USD 500 million in global travel sector; AI to create jobs for skilled workforce, says V.K. Mathews

Thiruvananthapuram, July 9 (UNI) Kerala-born global travel technology major IBS Group on Thursday launched Naviq Technology, an AI-first company dedicated exclusively to the global travel industry, and announced an investment of USD 500 million (around ₹4,800 crore) over the next five years to accelerate artificial intelligence-led transformation across the sector.

#IBS to invest USD 500 million in global travel sector; AI to create jobs for skilled workforce # says V.K. Mathews

Milk adulteration racket busted in Mumbai, 9 held

Mumbai, Jul 9 (UNI) Nine people were arrested after the Mumbai Crime Branch busted an alleged milk adulteration racket operating from Dahisar East, where branded milk packets of Amul and Gokul were allegedly diluted with impure water and resealed before being sold in the market, police said on Thursday.

#Milk adulteration racket busted in Mumbai # 9 held

Maha govt sets up Justice Desai-led panel to draft UCC

Mumbai, July 9 (UNI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis officially announced here on Thursday that a seven-member committee, headed by retired Supreme Court judge Justice Ranjana Desai has been constituted, to prepare a draft for the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state.

#Maha govt sets up Justice Desai-led panel to draft UCC

Three former TMC Rajya Sabha MPs, including Sushmita Deb, join BJP

Kolkata, Jul 9 (UNI) Three former Trinamool Congress (TMC) Rajya Sabha members—Sushmita Deb, Sukhendu Sekhar Roy and Prakash Chik Baraik—joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday, strengthening the party''s position ahead of the upcoming Rajya Sabha bypolls, though the BJP stopped short of confirming whether the trio would be its candidates. .

#Three former TMC Rajya Sabha MPs # including Sushmita Deb # join BJP

Science must shape policy and sustainability in changing world: Vice-President

Bhubaneswar, July 9 (UNI) Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Thursday stressed that science must not only generate knowledge but also guide public policy and ensure sustainability in a rapidly changing world marked by climate change, emerging diseases and breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, quantum computing and advanced materials.

#Science must shape policy and sustainability in changing world: Vice-President

US eyes greater Southeast Asia role, focuses on critical minerals, AI and infra

Arti Bali,New Delhi, July 9 (UNI) The US is planning to significantly expand its investment footprint across Southeast Asia, with a focus on critical supply chains, artificial intelligence, energy, infrastructure and advanced manufacturing.

#US eyes greater Southeast Asia role # focuses on critical minerals # AI and infra

Only three tankers – two linked to Tehran - spotted traversing Strait of Hormuz amid US-Iran tensions

Washington/Tehran, Jul 9 (UNI) Only three fuel tankers were visibly transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday – two of which are sanctioned by the US for alleged ties to Iran’s fuel shipments – amid the ongoing showdown between the US and Iran following US President Donald Trump’s announcement that the framework agreement reached with Tehran was effectively over.

#Only three tankers – two linked to Tehran - spotted traversing Strait of Hormuz amid US-Iran tensions

India, Russia condemn terrorism at 14th Joint Working Group meeting, reaffirm counter-terror cooperation

New Delhi, July 9 (UNI) India and Russia have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral and multilateral cooperation against terrorism during the 14th meeting of the India-Russia Joint Working Group (JWG) on Counter Terrorism, held in New Delhi on July 8.

#India # Russia condemn terrorism at 14th Joint Working Group meeting # reaffirm counter-terror cooperation

Telangana CM calls for development-focused politics, opens Premier Energies Solar Facility

Hyderabad, July 9 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Thursday said politics should be confined to election periods and the focus should remain on the development of the State.

#Telangana CM calls for development-focused politics # opens Premier Energies Solar Facility

New industrial policy to boost investment, ease of doing business: Himachal CM

Shimla, July 9 (UNI) Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said the Himachal Pradesh government was in the final stages of formulating a new industrial policy aimed at attracting investments, generating employment and further improving the ease of doing business in the state.

#New industrial policy to boost investment # ease of doing business: Himachal CM

IMS and SUM Hospital launches Odisha's first in-house genomics facility for precision cancer care

Bhubaneswar, July 9 (UNI) The Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS) and SUM Hospital has become the first hospital in Odisha to establish an in-house genomics facility, enabling advanced molecular diagnostics and precision medicine for cancer and genetic disorders within the state.

#IMS and SUM Hospital launches Odisha's first in-house genomics facility for precision cancer care

Roastery Coffee House joins Global Chess League as official coffee partner

Bengaluru, Jul 9 (UNI) The Global Chess League (GCL), a joint venture between Tech Mahindra and the International Chess Federation (FIDE), on Thursday announced Roastery Coffee House as its official coffee partner for Season 4, with both organisations launching a nationwide fan-engagement initiative ahead of the league''s Bengaluru edition in September.

#Roastery Coffee House joins Global Chess League as official coffee partner

Delhi Metro expansion to promote sustainable development: CM Rekha Gupta

By Nikhil Vyas
New Delhi, July 9 (UNI) Noting that the expansion of the Delhi Metro network is a major step towards a cleaner environment and sustainable development, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday stated that as more people shift to public transport, dependence on private vehicles will reduce, leading to reduced traffic congestion, lower fuel consumption, and fewer carbon emissions.

#Delhi Metro expansion to promote sustainable development: CM Rekha Gupta

CBI, DRI bust interstate wildlife trafficking racket; 53 protected animals and birds rescued, 6 arrested

New Delhi, Jul 9 (UNI) In a major crackdown on wildlife crime, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Mumbai, with support from the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB), have busted an interstate wildlife trafficking syndicate, rescuing 53 protected animals and birds and arresting six accused.

#CBI # DRI bust interstate wildlife trafficking racket; 53 protected animals and birds rescued # 6 arrested

Haryana police bust cyber fraud networks; eight accused arrested in four major cases

Panchkula, July 9 (UNI) Haryana Police have intensified their crackdown on cyber criminals and organised fraud networks, arresting eight accused in four separate cases involving cyber fraud, bank account mule operations and a fake job racket.

#Haryana police bust cyber fraud networks; eight accused arrested in four major cases

White House preparing for a potential multi-day, week-long military confrontation with Iran in the Strait of Hormuz

Washington/Tehran, Jul 9 (UNI) The White House is preparing for what could potentially become a prolonged military confrontation with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz spanning days if not weeks, with US officials warning that the duration of the campaign will depend largely on Tehran''s next moves.

#White House preparing for a potential multi-day # week-long military confrontation with Iran in the Strait of Hormuz

Amit Shah to launch Amul’s Mega dairy project in Howrah on July 18 as Bengal unveils investment push

Kolkata, July 9 (UNI) union Home Minister Amit Shah is likely to lay the foundation stone for Amul''s mega dairy processing plant at Sankrail Food Park in Howrah on July 18, marking one of the biggest industrial investment announcements in West Bengal since the BJP government assumed office.

#Amit Shah to launch Amul’s Mega dairy project in Howrah on July 18 as Bengal unveils investment push

IBS to launch AI company Naviq for global travel industry: Kerala CM to inaugurate Kochi campus on July 23

Thiruvananthapuram, July 9 (UNI) IBS Group has announced the launch of Naviq Technology, a dedicated artificial intelligence (AI) company built exclusively for the global travel industry, marking a major milestone in the Group''s long-term strategy to strengthen its leadership in the worldwide travel technology sector.

#IBS to launch AI company Naviq for global travel industry: Kerala CM to inaugurate Kochi campus on July 23

US projectile strikes perimeter area of Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant

Tehran/Washington, Jul 9 (UNI) A US projectile struck the perimeter area of Iran''s Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant on Thursday, according to Iranian state media, amid Washington''s intensifying military campaign on Iran''s southern coast.

#US projectile strikes perimeter area of Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant

India shift focus to historic Lord’s Test after T20 World Cup disappointment

Tridib Baparnash
New Delhi, July 9 (UNI) After a disappointing campaign at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, the Indian team is looking to make a fresh start with a historic one-off Test against England at Lord''s, beginning Friday. Head coach Amol Muzumdar said the team has put the World Cup behind them and is fully focused on the challenge ahead.

#India shift focus to historic Lord’s Test after T20 World Cup disappointment

Trump claims Iran reached out to US as it wants to ‘make a deal so badly’

Ankara, Jul 9 (UNI) US President Donald Trump claimed on Wednesday that Iran had reached out to Washington seeking renewed negotiations, despite him declaring that the ceasefire framework between the two countries was effectively "over."
Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One while returning from the NATO summit in Ankara, Trump said Tehran was eager to revive talks following a series of military exchanges in the Gulf.

#Trump claims Iran reached out to US as it wants to ‘make a deal so badly’

Telangana CS reviews Phase-I progress of Musi riverfront development project (Repeat MS16)

Hyderabad, July 9 (UNI) Telangana Chief Secretary Sanjay Jaju on Thursday reviewed the progress of the Phase-I stretch of the Musi Riverfront Development Project, focusing on flood mitigation, sewage treatment, land development and integrated infrastructure planning.

#Telangana CS reviews Phase-I progress of Musi riverfront development project (Repeat MS16)

Telangana: About 26 students fall ill after suspected food poisoning at ST Residential School

Hyderabad, July 9 (UNI) About twenty-six students of the ST boys'' Residential School at Mannanur in Amrabad mandal of Nagarkurnool district were taken ill on Thursday after allegedly consuming contaminated khichdi served for breakfast.

#Telangana: About 26 students fall ill after suspected food poisoning at ST Residential School

Operation Thunderbolt: Hyderabad Police seize drugs, detain over 65 suspects

Hyderabad, July 9 (UNI) Hyderabad City Police on Thursday conducted a massive cordon and search operation, codenamed ‘Operation Thunderbolt’, in Manganri Basti under the limits of Habeeb Nagar Police Station, targeting drug trafficking and other criminal activities.

#Operation Thunderbolt: Hyderabad Police seize drugs # detain over 65 suspects

Justin Bieber to co-headline World Cup final halftime show with Madonna, Shakira & BTS

Geneva, July 9 (UNI) FIFA and Global Citizen has announced that global superstar Justin Bieber has joined as co-headliner of the historic FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Halftime Show, taking place on Sunday, July 19, at New York New Jersey Stadium.

#Justin Bieber to co-headline World Cup final halftime show with Madonna # Shakira & BTS

US, Japan and South Korea strengthen strategic cooperation on Security, Energy and Indo-Pacific stability

Ankara, July 9 (UNI) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a trilateral meeting with Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi and South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun on the sidelines of the NATO Summit in Ankara, reaffirming "deeper cooperation among the three countries on security, economic resilience and stability in the Indo-Pacific region."
The three ministers highlighted that stronger US-Japan-Republic of Korea (ROK) cooperation would contribute to shared economic prosperity and advance security and stability in a free and open Indo-Pacific.

#US # Japan and South Korea strengthen strategic cooperation on Security # Energy and Indo-Pacific stability

NATO Ankara Summit ‘tremendously successful’, Rutte says, highlights Defence spending and Ukraine support

Ankara, July 9 (UNI) NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte described the alliance’s summit in Ankara as “tremendously successful”, saying member countries had moved from making commitments to delivering concrete results on defence, industrial capacity and collective security.

#NATO Ankara Summit ‘tremendously successful’ # Rutte says # highlights Defence spending and Ukraine support

Centre cuts Customs Duty on electronics components to boost domestic manufacturing

Panchkula, July 9 (UNI) In a move aimed at strengthening domestic electronics manufacturing and promoting value addition, the Centre has exempted customs duty on specified components used in the manufacture of display assemblies for automotive and industrial applications, as well as on inputs used in the manufacture of inductor coils for wireless charging modules for cellular mobile phones.

#Centre cuts Customs Duty on electronics components to boost domestic manufacturing

Italy expels two Russian military attachés over alleged espionage case: Foreign Minister

Rome, July 9 (UNI) Italy has decided to expel two Russian military attachés from the Russian Embassy in Rome following the arrest of suspects in an alleged espionage case, Italian Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani said on Thursday.

#Italy expels two Russian military attachés over alleged espionage case: Foreign Minister

US begins process to remove Syria from state sponsors of terrorism list

Washington, July 9 (UNI) The United States has begun the process of removing Syria from its designation as a "state sponsor of terrorism," Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Wednesday (local time), following the Trump administration’s notification to Congress of its intent to rescind the designation.

#US begins process to remove Syria from state sponsors of terrorism list

Champat Rai fully support the new decisions on Ram Temple: Trust Treasurer

Ayodhya, Jul 9 (UNI) Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust Treasurer Swami Govind Dev Giri has claimed that former Trust General Secretary Champat Rai stands firmly in support of the new decisions and arrangements being implemented by the Trust.

#Champat Rai fully support the new decisions on Ram Temple: Trust Treasurer

Telangana CS reviews Phase-I progress of Musi riverfront development project

Hyderabad, July 9 (UNI) Telangana Chief Secretary K. Ramakrishna Rao on Thursday reviewed the progress of the Phase-I stretch of the Musi Riverfront Development Project, focusing on flood mitigation, sewage treatment, land development and integrated infrastructure planning.

#Telangana CS reviews Phase-I progress of Musi riverfront development project

Kharge accuses Centre of deepening India's economic dependence on China six years after Galwan

New Delhi, Jul 9 (UNI) Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday launched a sharp attack on the Narendra Modi-led government, alleging that India has become increasingly dependent on China across several strategic sectors despite the 2020 Galwan Valley clash, and accused the Centre of compromising the country''s national interests.

#Kharge accuses Centre of deepening India's economic dependence on China six years after Galwan

If you strike, you''ll get hit: Iran''s leadership hits back at Trump after second night of US strikes

Arti Bali
Tehran/ New Delhi , July 9 UNI) Iran''s leadership has lashed out at the United States after both Washington and Tehran traded a second night of strikes as President Donald Trump widened the area of military operations to Chabahar, extending the campaign beyond the Strait of Hormuz.

#If you strike #you''ll get hit: Iran''s leadership hits back at Trump after second night of US strikes

India, Australia unveil 18 strategic outcomes to deepen defence, nuclear, energy and technology partnership

New Delhi, Jul 9 (UNI) India and Australia on Thursday unveiled an ambitious package of 18 strategic outcomes covering defence, maritime security, civil nuclear cooperation, energy security, critical technologies, education, skill development, scientific research and cultural heritage, marking a significant expansion of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s visit to Australia.

#India #Australia unveil 18 strategic outcomes to deepen defence #nuclear #energy and technology partnership

US strikes Iran for second night, hits strategic port of Chabahar, Tehran retaliates

Washington/ Tehran, July 9 (UNI) The United States struck Iran for a second straight night on Thursday, with explosions rocking the southeastern port city of Chabahar and other stretches of Iran''s coastline. It''s the first time American forces have hit Chabahar since the ceasefire collapsed, pushing the conflict beyond its original focus on the Strait of Hormuz after President Trump vowed harsher retaliation over attacks on commercial shipping and declared the truce dead.

#US strikes Iran for second night #hits strategic port of Chabahar #Tehran retaliates

SP president Akhilesh Yadav meets Avimukteshwarananda Saraswati: discusses over Sanatan Dharma

Lucknow, July 9 (UNI) Samajwadi Party National President Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday met Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwarananda Saraswati here and discussed various issues.

#SP president Akhilesh Yadav meets Avimukteshwarananda Saraswati: discusses over Sanatan Dharma

India, Australia elevate strategic partnership with landmark Defence, Trade and Technology agreements at third annual summit

New Delhi, Jul 9 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Thursday unveiled an ambitious roadmap to significantly deepen the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, announcing a series of landmark initiatives spanning defence, maritime security, trade, critical technologies, energy, education and regional security during the Third India-Australia Annual Summit in Melbourne.

#India #Australia elevate strategic partnership with landmark Defence #Trade and Technology agreements at third annual summit

India, Australia unveil sweeping defence, energy and technology roadmap to deepen strategic partnership in Indo-Pacific

New Delhi, Jul 9 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Thursday unveiled an ambitious new roadmap to elevate the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, announcing far-reaching initiatives in defence and maritime security, energy cooperation, cyber resilience, critical technologies, supply chain security and counter-terrorism while reaffirming their shared commitment to a free, open, peaceful and prosperous Indo-Pacific.

#India #Australia unveil sweeping defence #energy and technology roadmap to deepen strategic partnership in Indo-Pacific

GI push to boost Karnataka's rural economy as four iconic products near recognition

Bengaluru, July 9 (UNI) Karnataka''s drive to strengthen its rural economy and preserve its traditional heritage has received a boost with four iconic products, led by the renowned Tiptur copra, moving closer to securing Geographical Indication (GI) status.

#GI push to boost Karnataka's rural economy as four iconic products near recognition

India, Australia unveil ambitious strategic agenda as Modi, Albanese deepen Defence, Energy and Economic partnership

New Delhi, Jul 9 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Thursday reaffirmed their commitment to significantly deepen the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, announcing a series of major initiatives spanning trade, clean energy, nuclear cooperation, critical minerals, defence innovation, maritime security and emerging technologies while jointly underscoring that terrorism remains a shared global threat requiring unwavering international cooperation.

#India # Australia unveil ambitious strategic agenda as Modi # Albanese deepen Defence # Energy and Economic partnership

Railways orders probe, suspends CTI over unauthorised 'Wedding Night' decoration in First AC coach

Mumbai, Jul 9 (UNI) Indian Railways has initiated disciplinary action against a Chief Ticket Inspector (CTI) after an unauthorised floral decoration was arranged inside a First AC coach of the Nanded–Mumbai Nandigram Express for a newly married couple, railway sources said on Thursday.

#Railways orders probe # suspends CTI over unauthorised 'Wedding Night' decoration in First AC coach

Thousands of LPG cylinders seen floating in swollen Patalganga River, recovery operation underway

Mumbai, July 9 (UNI) Dramatic visuals of hundreds, possibly thousands, of LPG cylinders bobbing in the rain-swollen Patalganga River have triggered alarm in Raigad district after heavy monsoon runoff reportedly swept them away from a storage facility near Mastan Naka on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Highway.

#Thousands of LPG cylinders seen floating in swollen Patalganga River # recovery operation underway

Tripura Business Conclave to attract Rs 100 Cr investment begins

Agartala, July 9 (UNI) The two-day-long, most ambitious investment promotion event, Destination Tripura: Business Conclave 2026, began on Thursday at International Fair Ground in Hapania, to transform Tripura into a major investment and industrial hub in Northeast India.

#Tripura Business Conclave to attract Rs 100 Cr investment begins

Hyd: Two killed after speeding Bolero rams into bus stop in Shamshabad

Hyderabad, July 9 (UNI) Two women were killed after a speeding Bolero vehicle rammed into passengers waiting at a roadside bus stop near Sattam Rai in Shamshabad of Ranga Reddy district on Thursday morning.

#Hyd: Two killed after speeding Bolero rams into bus stop in Shamshabad

34 Medical store licences suspended, 22 issued show-cause notices in Hisar under anti-drug crackdown

Panchkula, July 9 (UNI) Under the Haryana Government''s ''Nasha Mukt Haryana'' campaign, the Health Department has intensified its crackdown on erring medical stores in Hisar district, suspending the licences of 34 chemist shops over the past two months for serious violations of drug regulations, while 22 others have been issued show-cause notices.

#34 Medical store licences suspended # 22 issued show-cause notices in Hisar under anti-drug crackdown

PM Modi hails AustralianSuper's AU$500 million investment in India as strong endorsement of nation's growth trajectory

New Delhi, July 9 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday welcomed AustralianSuper''s announcement of an AU$500 million investment in India, describing it as a strong endorsement of the country''s economic growth and reform trajectory as well as the opportunities offered by its rapidly expanding economy.

#PM Modi hails AustralianSuper's AU$500 million investment in India as strong endorsement of nation's growth trajectory

PM Modi hails AustralianSuper's AU$500 million investment in India as strong endorsement of nation's growth trajectory

New Delhi, July 9 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday welcomed AustralianSuper''s announcement of an AU$500 million investment in India, describing it as a strong endorsement of the country''s economic growth and reform trajectory as well as the opportunities offered by its rapidly expanding economy.

#PM Modi hails AustralianSuper's AU$500 million investment in India as strong endorsement of nation's growth trajectory

PM Modi pitches India as long-term investment destination at Australia-India CEOs Forum

New Delhi, July 9 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India''s growing economic potential and invited Australian businesses to deepen investments as he jointly addressed the Australia-India CEOs Forum and the Economic Roadmap Business event with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Melbourne on Thursday.

#PM Modi pitches India as long-term investment destination at Australia-India CEOs Forum

PM Modi pitches India as long-term investment destination at Australia-India CEOs Forum

New Delhi, July 9 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India''s growing economic potential and invited Australian businesses to deepen investments as he jointly addressed the Australia-India CEOs Forum and the Economic Roadmap Business event with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Melbourne on Thursday.

#PM Modi pitches India as long-term investment destination at Australia-India CEOs Forum

Employee of Badrinath temple suspended for donation theft; FIR lodged, further probe ordered by Dhami

Prithviraj Singh
Dehradun, Jul 8 (UNI) The Uttarakhand government has suspended an employee of the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC), working under committee Chairman Hemant Dwivedi, for alleged theft of Badrinath Temple donation money on July 2.

#Employee of Badrinath temple suspended for donation theft; FIR lodged # further probe ordered by Dhami

OPPO India launches Reno16 Series with AI focus, local manufacturing push; devices go on sale July 9

Hyderabad, July 8 (UNI) OPPO India on Wednesday launched its Reno16 Series, comprising the Reno16 and Reno 16c, strengthening its presence in India''s premium mid-range smartphone segment with a focus on artificial intelligence (AI), creator-centric features and connected lifestyle products.

#OPPO India launches Reno16 Series with AI focus # local manufacturing push; devices go on sale July 9

Lux Industries chairman meets Bengal CM Suvendu, discusses investment opportunities

Kolkata, Jul 8 (UNI) Leading hosiery makers Lux Industries Chairman Ashok Todi on Wednesday called on West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari at the state secretariat Nabanna and discussed investment opportunities in the state.

#Lux Industries chairman meets Bengal CM Suvendu # discusses investment opportunities

Probe ordered into on-the-spot registration irregularities in Amarnath Yatra, four suspended

Srinagar, July 8 (UNI) The Ganderbal district administration on Wednesday said that it has launched an investigation into alleged irregularities in the on-the-spot registration process for Shri Amarnathji Yatra pilgrims at the Manigam Transit Camp, suspending four teachers and seeking registration of an FIR after discrepancies surfaced in the process.

#Probe ordered into on-the-spot registration irregularities in Amarnath Yatra # four suspended

Bittu accuses Diljit Dosanjh of exploiting Punjab's pain, calls Khalra film controversy a publicity stunt

Chandigarh, Jul 8 (UNI) union Minister of State Ravneet Singh Bittu on Wednesday accused Punjabi singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh of exploiting Punjab''s emotional and historical issues for commercial gain, alleging that the controversy surrounding the film based on human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra was part of a calculated publicity campaign rather than a genuine effort to highlight Punjab''s past.

#Bittu accuses Diljit Dosanjh of exploiting Punjab's pain # calls Khalra film controversy a publicity stunt

"No Work is More Important Than the House": Speaker Rahul Narwekar Lashes Out at Absentee Ministers and Secretaries

Mumbai, July 8 (UNI) In a scathing rebuke to the state administration, Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar expressed utter displeasure on Wednesday over the total absence of ministers and secretaries during a crucial discussion in the legislative assembly.

#"No Work is More Important Than the House": Speaker Rahul Narwekar Lashes Out at Absentee Ministers and Secretaries

Heavyweights, surprise packages set for blockbuster World Cup quarterfinals

New York, July 8 (UNI) Four former champions are still standing in the World Cup, but Norway, Morocco and Switzerland have earned the chance to challenge the game''s traditional powers. .

#Heavyweights # surprise packages set for blockbuster World Cup quarterfinals

PM Modi hails Indian Diaspora's warm Melbourne welcome, Celebrates shared cultural heritage with Australia

New Delhi, Jul 8 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a rousing welcome from the Indian community after arriving in Melbourne on Wednesday for the Australian leg of his three-nation Indo-Pacific tour, with a vibrant cultural reception showcasing the deepening people-to-people ties between India and Australia.

#PM Modi hails Indian Diaspora's warm Melbourne welcome # Celebrates shared cultural heritage with Australia

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth cancels visit to Israel amid ongoing tensions with Iran

Washington, Jul 8 (UNI) US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth has cancelled a planned visit to Israel as tensions between Washington and Tehran continue to rise, following President Donald Trump''s declaration that the ceasefire with Iran is effectively "over."
Hegseth was due to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Israel Katz, with Iran expected to dominate the agenda.

#US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth cancels visit to Israel amid ongoing tensions with Iran

Major ICC shake-up as Khwaja voted off Board; Palani, Usmani, Van Vuuren elected

New Delhi, Jul 8 (UNI) The International Cricket Council (ICC) witnessed a major change in its leadership on Wednesday as long-serving Deputy Chairman Imran Khwaja failed to retain his place on the ICC Board in the Associate Member Directors’ elections held during the ICC Annual Conference, currently underway in Edinburgh, Scotland.

#Major ICC shake-up as Khwaja voted off Board; Palani # Usmani # Van Vuuren elected

UTT Season 7 kicks off on July 9 with focus on Asian Games preparation

New Delhi, July 8 (UNI) Goa is set to host the seventh season of the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT), with India''s top paddlers and several international stars ready to battle for the title at the Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor Stadium from Thursday.

#UTT Season 7 kicks off on July 9 with focus on Asian Games preparation

Class XI student sent to Juvenile Justice Board over objectionable reel on Suvendu Adhikari

Siliguri, July 8 (UNI) A Class XI student of a well-known school in Siliguri, in West Bengal''s Darjeeling district, was produced before the Juvenile Justice Board on Wednesday after being detained over an allegedly objectionable video with abusive remarks directed at Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari.

#Class XI student sent to Juvenile Justice Board over objectionable reel on Suvendu Adhikari

Trump says Washington could reinstate its naval blockade of Iranian ports, Tehran tells US to recognise new order in Strait of Hormuz

Washington/Tehran, Jul 8 (UNI) US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Washington could reinstate its naval blockade of Iranian ports and vessels, escalating pressure on Tehran after declaring the US-Iran ceasefire framework effectively "over."
Speaking on the sidelines of the NATO summit in Ankara, Trump suggested that Washington was once again considering reimposing restrictions that had been lifted under the memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between Washington and Tehran in June.

#Trump says Washington could reinstate its naval blockade of Iranian ports # Tehran tells US to recognise new order in Strait of Hormuz

Technology Conclave-2026 to focus on energy security, advanced engineering solutions

Bhubaneswar, July 8 (UNI) Long-term energy security through distributed nuclear reactors, oil and gas exploration, coal gasification and critical mineral extraction will be among the key themes of the two-day Technology Conclave-2026 to be hosted by the Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE) at the SOA Deemed to be University here on July 11 and 12.

#Technology Conclave-2026 to focus on energy security # advanced engineering solutions

BRS leader Harish Rao accuses Revanth of negligence over Godavari waters

Hyderabad, July 8 (UNI) Former Telangana minister and BRS Deputy Floor Leader T. Harish Rao on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, alleging that the Congress government was deliberately failing to lift available Godavari waters through the Devadula project, despite adequate inflows, resulting in irrigation distress across parts of the state.

#BRS leader Harish Rao accuses Revanth of negligence over Godavari waters

Vijayendra brushes aside CM race, vows to oust Congress

Bengaluru, July 8 (UNI) Karnataka BJP President Vijayendra Yediyurappa on Wednesday sought to end speculation over the party''s chief ministerial face, asserting that the BJP''s focus should remain firmly on unseating the Congress government rather than debating who would lead the party if it returns to power.

#Vijayendra brushes aside CM race # vows to oust Congress

Heavy rains plunge 25 plus remote Khanapur villages into darkness

Belagavi, July 8 (UNI) Heavy monsoon rains have plunged more than 25 remote forest villages in Karnataka''s Khanapur taluk into darkness for nearly six days, leaving thousands of residents cut off from basic services and forcing them to travel up to 30 km through rain-soaked terrain merely to charge their mobile phones.

#Heavy rains plunge 25 plus remote Khanapur villages into darkness

PM Modi lands in Melbourne for Annual Leaders' Summit, says visit will add 'vigour' to India-Australia ties

New Delhi, Jul 8 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Melbourne on Wednesday for a three-day official visit to Australia, where he will hold the third India-Australia Annual Leaders'' Summit with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and seek to further strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries.

#PM Modi lands in Melbourne for Annual Leaders' Summit # says visit will add 'vigour' to India-Australia ties

Congress demands PM Modi's apology over alleged Ayodhya temple donation theft, seeks Trust's dissolution

New Delhi, Jul 8 (UNI) The Congress on Wednesday intensified its attack on the BJP-led Centre over the alleged theft of offerings at the Shri Ram Temple in Ayodhya, holding Prime Minister Narendra Modi accountable for the appointments made to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust and demanding its dissolution, a Supreme Court-monitored probe into the alleged irregularities, and the immediate arrest of the Trust''s former General Secretary, Champat Rai.

#Congress demands PM Modi's apology over alleged Ayodhya temple donation theft # seeks Trust's dissolution

India face must-win clash as England eye historic T20I series triumph

Bristol, July 8 (UNI) India stand on the brink of a rare bilateral T20I series defeat as they prepare for a must-win fourth match against a resurgent England at Bristol on Thursday, with the hosts needing just one more victory to clinch their maiden men''s T20I series triumph over the world champions.

#India face must-win clash as England eye historic T20I series triumph

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun formally invited to US on July 21, Trump seeking to hold trilateral meet between Washington-Jerusalem-Beirut

Beirut/Washington, Jul 8 (UNI) Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has been formally invited to meet US President Donald Trump in Washington on July 21, according to the Lebanese embassy in the US.

#Lebanese President Joseph Aoun formally invited to US on July 21 # Trump seeking to hold trilateral meet between Washington-Jerusalem-Beirut

Trump warns of further strikes on Iran, says US may target Kharg island as he meets Zelenskyy

Ankara, July 8 (UNI) US President Donald Trump warned on Wednesday that the United States would “probably” launch further strikes against Iran after American forces carried out attacks targeting Iranian positions following excalation invoving shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

#Trump warns of further strikes on Iran # says US may target Kharg island as he meets Zelenskyy

Nagpur cyber cell busts Rs 200 crore online fraud linked to 'Mast Money App' ; 5 lakh citizens duped across India

Nagpur, July 8 (UNI): The Nagpur cyber cell has unearthed a massive online fraud racket involving the alleged cheating of around five lakh people across the country through the ‘Mast Money App’, also known as the ‘Soft Money App’, with the suspected fraud amounting to nearly Rs 200 crore, officials said on Wednesday.

#Nagpur cyber cell busts Rs 200 crore online fraud linked to 'Mast Money App' ; 5 lakh citizens duped across India

Jharkhand seeks industry feedback on six draft policies

New Delhi, Jul 8 (UNI) Jharkhand on Wednesday launched a two-day national stakeholder consultation to seek industry feedback on six draft policies, including those related to industrial investment, artificial intelligence (AI), tourism and textiles, as the state looks to position itself as an emerging investment destination.

#Jharkhand seeks industry feedback on six draft policies

Amit Shah discusses heavy rain situation with CM Fadnavis, assures full central assistance

Mumbai, Jul 8 (UNI) union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday spoke with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis over the phone to review the situation arising from heavy rainfall in various parts of the state.

#Amit Shah discusses heavy rain situation with CM Fadnavis # assures full central assistance

Nationwide opens first international campus in Hyderabad, to expand global operations

Hyderabad, Jul 8 (UNI) US-based Nationwide, one of the largest and strongest diversified insurance and financial services organizations, on Wednesday announced the opening of its first international campus, Nationwide Global Services Center Private Limited, in Hyderabad.

#Nationwide opens first international campus in Hyderabad # to expand global operations

HC questions MLA's exclusion in land-grab case

Bengaluru, July 8 (UNI) In a significant observation with political ramifications, the Karnataka High Court on Wednesday questioned why sitting Congress MLA MC Sudhakar was not named an accused in a government land-grabbing case despite being an alleged beneficiary, even as it refused to quash criminal proceedings against his father and former minister MC Chowdareddy and ex-Chintamani Municipal Commissioner BH Narayanappa.

#HC questions MLA's exclusion in land-grab case

Wanted gold theft accused arrested after rooftop drama in Khanna

Chandigarh, Jul 8 (UNI) A man who climbed onto the roof of a house in Punjab''s Khanna, claiming that he feared a police encounter, has been arrested after investigators found that he was allegedly a wanted accused in a multi-lakh gold theft case registered earlier this year, police said on Wednesday.

#Wanted gold theft accused arrested after rooftop drama in Khanna

FIFA World Cup quarter-final ticket prices crash after USA, Portugal exits

New Delhi, July 8 (UNI) Ticket prices for the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals have taken a sharp hit, with demand falling after the exits of co-host USA and Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal from the marquee tournament.

#FIFA World Cup quarter-final ticket prices crash after USA # Portugal exits

Artesh chief Rear Adm Habibollah Sayyari warns to turn Iran's shores to 'hell' if US attempts to deploy ground forces

Tehran, Jul 8 (UNI) Iran''s Acting Chief of Army Staff, Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari, warned on Wednesday that any attempt by the US to deploy ground forces on Iran''s coastline would be met with a fierce military response, saying Iranian forces would turn the country''s shores into a "hell" for any invading force.

#Artesh chief Rear Adm Habibollah Sayyari warns to turn Iran's shores to 'hell' if US attempts to deploy ground forces

Trump revives Greenland push, says Island is vital for US, not Denmark

Ankara, July 8 (UNI) US President Donald Trump has once again called for American control of Greenland, arguing that the Arctic island is strategically important for the United States but not for Denmark.

#Trump revives Greenland push # says Island is vital for US # not Denmark

Justin Greaves, Asitha Fernando gain in ICC Men's Test Player Rankings

London, July 8 (UNI) All-rounder Justin Greaves of the West Indies and seam bowler Asitha Fernando of Sri Lanka have made notable gains in the ICC Men’s Test Player Rankings after the drawn second match of their ICC World Test Championship series in North Sound, Saint George, Antigua and Barbuda.

#Justin Greaves # Asitha Fernando gain in ICC Men's Test Player Rankings

FBI's explosive extortion allegations rock Punjab Police as Hoshiarpur SHO suspended after being named in alleged USD 400,000 case

Chandigarh, July 8 (UNI) A Station House Officer (SHO) posted at Tanda police station in Punjab''s Hoshiarpur district has been suspended and transferred to the police lines after being named in an alleged USD 400,000 extortion case by the United States'' Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), triggering political reactions.

#FBI's explosive extortion allegations rock Punjab Police as Hoshiarpur SHO suspended after being named in alleged USD 400 #000 case

West Bengal: Baruipur victim's father welcomes police action after accused killed in encounter

Kolkata, Jul 8 (UNI) The father of an 11-year-old girl who was allegedly gangraped and murdered in Baruipur in West Bengal''s South 24 Parganas district, on Wednesday expressed confidence in the police and the state government after one of the prime accused was killed in an alleged police encounter late on Tuesday night.

#West Bengal: Baruipur victim's father welcomes police action after accused killed in encounter

Hyderabad cyber crime police arrest 36 accused, recover nearly Rs 49 lakh in June

Hyderabad, July 8 (UNI) The Cyber Crime Police Station, Hyderabad City, registered 52 FIRs during June based on complaints received through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCRP) and arrested 36 persons in 14 cybercrime cases across five states.

#Hyderabad cyber crime police arrest 36 accused # recover nearly Rs 49 lakh in June

Spain shrugs off Trump’s trade threat, says US ties benefit both nations

Ankara, July 8 (UNI) Spain has dismissed US President Donald Trump’s latest threat to halt trade with the country, saying its economic, social and cultural relationship with Washington remains strong and mutually beneficial.

#Spain shrugs off Trump’s trade threat # says US ties benefit both nations

Odisha to integrate PM Surya Ghar Yojana with all state housing schemes: Singh Deo

Bhubaneswar, July 8 (UNI) Odisha Deputy Chief Minister and Energy Minister K.V. Singh Deo on Wednesday announced that the PM Surya Ghar Yojana will be integrated with all major state housing schemes, including the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), to promote rooftop solar energy and provide affordable, clean electricity to households.

#Odisha to integrate PM Surya Ghar Yojana with all state housing schemes: Singh Deo

Oil jumps as US-Iran clashes revive fears over Gulf energy supplies
Jayanta Roy Chowdhury
New Delhi, Jul 8 (UNI) Oil prices climbed sharply on Wednesday as the United States and Iran renewed attacks in the Gulf of Hormuz region, reigniting fears that energy and fertiliser supplies from the Gulf will be choked after weeks of easing crude prices and freer transiting of ships.
#Oil jumps as US-Iran clashes revive fears over Gulf energy supplies

Oil jumps as US-Iran clashes revive fears over Gulf energy supplies

Jayanta Roy Chowdhury
New Delhi, Jul 8 (UNI) Oil prices climbed sharply on Wednesday as the United States and Iran renewed attacks in the Gulf of Hormuz region, reigniting fears that energy and fertiliser supplies from the Gulf will be choked after weeks of easing crude prices and freer transiting of ships.

#Oil jumps as US-Iran clashes revive fears over Gulf energy supplies

China looms behind India''s nuclear and maritime push with Australia
Jayanta Roy Chowdhury
New Delhi/Melbourne, Jul 8 (UNI) As Prime Minister Narendra Modi flew into Australia on Wednesday, India’s high-stakes Indo-Pacific diplomacy jigsaw started falling into place, shaped by an increasingly familiar strategic reality, that of the unspoken China factor, and the need to garner critical mineral supplies which could drive India’s economic and security future.
#China looms behind India''''s nuclear and maritime push with Australia

China looms behind India's nuclear and maritime push with Australia

Jayanta Roy Chowdhury
New Delhi/Melbourne, Jul 8 (UNI) As Prime Minister Narendra Modi flew into Australia on Wednesday, India’s high-stakes Indo-Pacific diplomacy jigsaw started falling into place, shaped by an increasingly familiar strategic reality, that of the unspoken China factor, and the need to garner critical mineral supplies which could drive India’s economic and security future.

#China looms behind India's nuclear and maritime push with Australia

IOC reinstatement to accelerate Russian athletes' return, says sports minister

Moscow, July 8 (UNI) The International Olympic Committee''s (IOC) decision to provisionally reinstate the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) will accelerate the return of Russian athletes .

#IOC reinstatement to accelerate Russian athletes' return # says sports minister

Hyderabad cyber crime police arrest 36 accused, recover nearly Rs 49 lakh in June, 2026

Hyderabad, July 8 (UNI) The Cyber Crime Police Station, Hyderabad City, registered 52 FIRs during June based on complaints received through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCRP) and arrested 36 persons in 14 cybercrime cases across five states.

#Hyderabad cyber crime police arrest 36 accused # recover nearly Rs 49 lakh in June # 2026

IOC provisionally lifts restrictions on Russian athletes in international competitions

Geneva, July 8 (UNI) The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has provisionally lifted the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee that had been in effect since October 2023.

#IOC provisionally lifts restrictions on Russian athletes in international competitions

Hyderabad cyber crime police arrest 36 accused, recover nearly Rs 49 lakh in June, 2026

Hyderabad, July 8 (UNI) The Cyber Crime Police Station, Hyderabad City, registered 52 FIRs during June based on complaints received through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCRP) and arrested 36 persons in 14 cybercrime cases across five states.

#Hyderabad cyber crime police arrest 36 accused # recover nearly Rs 49 lakh in June # 2026

Govt employees in Chandigarh houses to submit rooftop solar option forms by July 10

Chandigarh, Jul 8 (UNI) Haryana government has directed all Administrative Secretaries, Heads of Departments, and Chief Administrators to ensure that Haryana government employees residing in Chandigarh Administration-allotted government accommodation submit their option/undertaking forms regarding the use of rooftop solar power systems by July 10, 2026.

#Govt employees in Chandigarh houses to submit rooftop solar option forms by July 10

India, Rwanda agree to deepen defence ties in military training, exercises and defence industry cooperation

New Delhi, Jul 8 (UNI) India and Rwanda have agreed to expand bilateral defence cooperation in areas including military training, joint exercises, medical collaboration, and defence industries during the second meeting of the Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC) held in New Delhi on July 6-7.

#India # Rwanda agree to deepen defence ties in military training # exercises and defence industry cooperation

Global crackdown on India-based crime syndicates nets 24 arrests; Nijjar assassination figures in US indictment

Arti Bali
New Delhi, Jul 8 (UNI) In a major international crackdown that is likely to revive focus on India''s long-standing concerns over the nexus between organised crime and extremist networks operating overseas, law enforcement agencies in the United States, Canada and Europe have arrested 24 people linked to three India-based transnational criminal syndicates accused of carrying out murders, extortion, large-scale drug trafficking and the 2023 assassination of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada.

#Global crackdown on India-based crime syndicates nets 24 arrests; Nijjar assassination figures in US indictment

Haryana allows affordable housing projects in TOD Zones to shift to Mixed Land Use

Panchkula, Jul 8(UNI) In a significant decision aimed at facilitating planned urban development and improving land utilisation, the Haryana Government has permitted the migration of Affordable Group Housing (AGH) colonies located in Transit Oriented Development (TOD) zones to Mixed Land Use (MLU) colonies under the TOD policy.

#Haryana allows affordable housing projects in TOD Zones to shift to Mixed Land Use

Mumbai: Another BEST Bus mishap leaves senior citizen injured

Mumbai, July 8, (UNI) A 63-year-old senior citizen was injured after being hit by a BEST bus while it was reversing in the Kokan Nagar area of Bhandup, a suburb of Mumbai, on Wednesday morning, officials said.

#Mumbai: Another BEST Bus mishap leaves senior citizen injured

Mahua Moitra alleges ''Jungle Law'' after Baruipur rape-murder accused killed in police encounter

Kolkata, Jul 8 (UNI) Hours after one of the prime accused in the alleged gang rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in Baruipur was killed in a police encounter, Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on the West Bengal Police, alleging that the state was descending into "jungle law.".

#Mahua Moitra alleges ''Jungle Law'' after Baruipur rape-murder accused killed in police encounter

UP Govt's SCR tourism push reaches 356-year-old Kotwa Dham

Lucknow, July 8 (UNI) As part of CM Yogi''s vision to expand the tourism footprint of the State Capital Region (SCR), the Uttar Pradesh government is bringing lesser-known but historically significant centres of faith into the tourism mainstream.

#UP Govt's SCR tourism push reaches 356-year-old Kotwa Dham

Police apprehend three ‘OGWs’ in Anantnag using Facial Recognition System

Srinagar, July 8 (UNI) Police in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday said they apprehended three alleged Over Ground Workers (OGWs) after the Facial Recognition System (FRS), deployed as part of the security arrangements for the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, generated alerts about the suspects.

#Police apprehend three ‘OGWs’ in Anantnag using Facial Recognition System

Himachal: Nurpur Police bust interstate drug racket, seize 274 gm heroin; 3 held

Dharamshala, Jul 8 (UNI) Police in Himachal Pradesh''s Nurpur district have arrested three alleged interstate drug traffickers and seized 274 grams of heroin, a commercial quantity under the NDPS Act, in a major anti-narcotics operation.

#Himachal: Nurpur Police bust interstate drug racket # seize 274 gm heroin; 3 held

Baruipur rape-murder accused killed in police encounter, mother refuses to claim body

Kolkata, Jul 8 (UNI) The mother of Prabhas Mondal, a prime suspect in the Baruipur gang rape and murder case who was gunned down by police early on Wednesday, has refused to claim his body or take part in his last rites. She asserted that he had received the punishment he deserved.

#Baruipur rape-murder accused killed in police encounter # mother refuses to claim body

Baruipur gang rape and murder: Cops arrest fourth suspect

Kolkata, Jul 8 (UNI) The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the alleged rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in Baruipur, South 24 Parganas, has arrested a fourth suspect, police said on Wednesday.

#Baruipur gang rape and murder: Cops arrest fourth suspect

Lokayukta swoops on officials' homes, farmhouses and factory in DA probe

Bengaluru, July 8 (UNI) Escalating its anti-corruption offensive, the Karnataka Lokayukta on Wednesday launched coordinated raids across Bengaluru, Shivamogga, Dharwad and Raichur, targeting three government officials in disproportionate assets (DA) cases, barely 24 hours after conducting searches against senior revenue officials in an alleged government land allotment scam.

#Lokayukta swoops on officials' homes # farmhouses and factory in DA probe

WhatsApp unveils Meta Business Agent for businesses in India

Bengaluru, July 8 (UNI) WhatsApp on Wednesday announced the launch of Meta Business Agent, an artificial intelligence-powered assistant designed to help businesses engage with customers round the clock, while also unveiling the Meta Business Agent Platform for large enterprises to build and deploy customised AI agents at scale.

#WhatsApp unveils Meta Business Agent for businesses in India

KTR hails World Bank report, says Telangana has emerged as prosperous state

Hyderabad, July 8 (UNI) Bharat Rashtra Samiti (BRS) Working President K T Rama Rao on Wednesday said a reported assessment by the World Bank placing Telangana above the upper-middle-income benchmark was a matter of immense pride for the state''s people.

#KTR hails World Bank report # says Telangana has emerged as prosperous state

WB Baruipur rape-murder case: Prime accused killed in police firing during crime scene reconstruction; fourth suspect arrested

Kolkata, July 8 (UNI) The investigation into the alleged gang rape and murder of 12-year-old girl in Baruipur took a dramatic turn in the early hours of Wednesday after the prime accused, Prabhas Mondal, was killed in police firing while allegedly attempting to escape during a crime scene reconstruction.

#WB Baruipur rape-murder case: Prime accused killed in police firing during crime scene reconstruction; fourth suspect arrested

Bengal: Baruipur minor rape-murder accused killed in police encounter

Bengal: Baruipur minor rape-murder accused killed in police encounter
UNI XC ARN.

#Bengal: Baruipur minor rape-murder accused killed in police encounter

Tehran attacks US bases in Middle East in retaliation for strikes on Iran: IRGC

Tehran, July 8 (Sputnik/UNI) Tehran attacked US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain in retaliation for US strikes on Iran, Iran''s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said on Wednesday.

#Tehran attacks US bases in Middle East in retaliation for strikes on Iran: IRGC

Tea sector sets target to formalise Rs 726 cr investment in Tripura Business Conclave

Agartala, July 8 (UNI) The tea industry in Tripura is set to receive proposed investments of Rs 726 crore from four private companies, demonstrating their interest in expanding operations within the state, said Chairman of the Tripura Tea Development Corporation (TTDC) Samir Ranjan Ghosh here on Wednesday.

#Tea sector sets target to formalise Rs 726 cr investment in Tripura Business Conclave

US launches strikes on Iran, Tehran condemns action as MoU violation

Washington, July 8 (Sputnik/UNI) The United States launched a series of strikes on Iran in response to Tehran''s alleged attacks on three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said Tuesday night.

#US launches strikes on Iran # Tehran condemns action as MoU violation

Maha: Actor Suyash Tilak inspires friends from Marathi film industry with 'Miracle of Mind' meditation

Pune, Jul 7 (UNI) In a refreshing departure from the usual celebrity gatherings, popular Marathi actor Suyash Tilak hosted ''Beyond the Spotlight'', an intimate evening of conversation, music and self-reflection at Isha Foundation''s Mumbai Centre in Juhu.

#Maha: Actor Suyash Tilak inspires friends from Marathi film industry with 'Miracle of Mind' meditation

Nushrratt Bharuccha's workout post goes viral amid rain

Mumbai, July 7 (UNI) Actress Nushrratt Bharuccha has delighted fans with a playful social media update that perfectly captures the mood of the monsoon, combining an indoor workout session with the serenity of a rain-soaked day.

#Nushrratt Bharuccha's workout post goes viral amid rain

Haryana narcotics crackdown: 31 kg poppy husk, 528 grams opium, 1.5 kg ganja, 9,000 banned tablets seized

Panchkula, Jul 7 (UNI) Haryana Police have intensified their all-out offensive against the narcotics trade, striking major blows to interstate drug syndicates through a series of coordinated operations in Sirsa, Hisar, Gurugram and Faridabad.

#Haryana narcotics crackdown: 31 kg poppy husk # 528 grams opium # 1.5 kg ganja # 9

'Alpha' promotional music video Massacre unleashed

Mumbai, July 7 (UNI) The makers of "Alpha" have unveiled the film''s promotional music video, ''Massacre'', featuring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari Wagh in a high-octane, action-packed avatar that captures the fearless spirit of the film.

#'Alpha' promotional music video Massacre unleashed

Neha Dhupia's international debut '52 Blue' to open at prestigious London Indian Film Festival on July 9

Mumbai, July 7 (UNI) Actress Neha Dhupia''s first international feature film, "52 Blue", will have its European premiere on July 9 at the British Film Institute (BFI) Southbank and will also open the prestigious London Indian Film Festival.

#Neha Dhupia's international debut '52 Blue' to open at prestigious London Indian Film Festival on July 9

Chandigarh to Overhaul Public Transport: Administrator Orders More Buses, Better Connectivity Across Tricity

Chandigarh, July 7 (UNI) In a major push to strengthen Chandigarh''s public transport system, Punjab Governor and UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria on Tuesday directed the Chandigarh Administration to improve bus connectivity, increase service frequency on busy routes and develop a smarter transport network across the Tricity region.

#Chandigarh to Overhaul Public Transport: Administrator Orders More Buses # Better Connectivity Across Tricity

Indian contingent to showcase sustainable jute apparel at Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow

New Delhi, July 7 (UNI) In a landmark initiative to promote sustainable textiles and showcase India''s innovation in natural fibres, the National Jute Board (NJB), under the Ministry of Textiles, has developed jute-viscose blended apparel that will be worn by the Indian athletes and team members participating in the Commonwealth Games 2026, to be held in Glasgow, Scotland, from July 23 to August 2.

#Indian contingent to showcase sustainable jute apparel at Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow

BMC warns of eviction, FIR for fake housing beneficiaries

Bhubaneswar, Jul 7 (UNI) The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Tuesday warned that anyone found securing a house through fraudulent means or by submitting forged documents would face eviction, legal action and registration of an FIR, as it allotted permanent houses to 114 eligible families under the Neelamadhab Housing Project at Chandrasekharpur locality.

#BMC warns of eviction # FIR for fake housing beneficiaries

BJP lodges police complaint against four CPI(M) leaders for inciting unrest over Baruipur case; another accused detained

Kolkata, Jul 7 (UNI) The BJP on Tuesday lodged a written complaint at Baruipur police station against four CPI(M) leaders, including the party''s central committee leader Sujan Chakraborty, in connection with the political fallout over the alleged rape and murder of a Class 5 student in Baruipur of South 24 Parganas district.

#BJP lodges police complaint against four CPI(M) leaders for inciting unrest over Baruipur case; another accused detained

Standing Committee of Eastern Zonal Council pushes for faster resolution of inter-state issues, development programmes

Bhubaneswar, July 7 (UNI) The 15th Meeting of the Standing Committee of the Eastern Zonal Council on Tuesday resolved to strengthen inter-state coordination among eastern states, expedite the resolution of pending issues, and ensure the effective implementation of key developmental programmes.

#Standing Committee of Eastern Zonal Council pushes for faster resolution of inter-state issues # development programmes

IOC provisionally lifts suspension of Russian Olympic Committee

Lausanne (Switzerland), July 7 (UNI) The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has provisionally lifted the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee that had been in
effect since October 2023.

#IOC provisionally lifts suspension of Russian Olympic Committee

Bengal: NH-10 Status App launched to help travellers navigate monsoon disruptions

Siliguri, July 7 (UNI) As fresh spells of monsoon rain triggered landslides and disrupted traffic on National Highway-10, the lifeline connecting West Bengal''s Siliguri city with Sikkim via Kalimpong, the Kalimpong district police have launched a dedicated mobile application to provide real-time updates on road conditions for commuters and tourists.

#Bengal: NH-10 Status App launched to help travellers navigate monsoon disruptions

Bengal: Rajbanshi identity campaign gathers momentum ahead of Census, focus on mother tongue recognition

Siliguri, July 7 (UNI) With India''s caste census scheduled to begin on August 1, a fresh debate has emerged across the Rajbanshi-dominated districts of North Bengal over how members of the community should identify themselves during the enumeration, particularly with regard to their caste and mother tongue.

#Bengal: Rajbanshi identity campaign gathers momentum ahead of Census # focus on mother tongue recognition

Preserving tribal languages and indigenous knowledge a national priority: Jual Oram

Bhubaneswar, July 7 (UNI) India''s rich repository of tribal languages, dialects, oral traditions and indigenous knowledge must be systematically preserved for future generations, union Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oram said on Tuesday.

#Preserving tribal languages and indigenous knowledge a national priority: Jual Oram

LoP accuses Himachal Congress of using Lord Ram for politics

Shimla, July 7 (UNI) Leader of Opposition and former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur on Tuesday accused the Congress of adopting a "double standard" on issues related to Sanatan Dharma and Lord Ram, alleging that the party was using religion for political gains despite having opposed the construction of the Ram temple in the past.

#LoP accuses Himachal Congress of using Lord Ram for politics

AP Govt committed to provide housing to houseless poor: Minister

Vijayawada, July 7 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Housing Minister K Parthasarathy on Tuesday reiterated the government’s commitment to provide houses to all eligible poor and the process of construction of houses is being expedited.

#AP Govt committed to provide housing to houseless poor: Minister

Delhi Police arrest five in Paharganj extortion-firing case, prime accused held after encounter

New Delhi, Jul 7 (UNI) The Delhi Police on Tuesday said it has arrested Pawan Kumar alias Pawan Pehelwan, the prime accused in the Paharganj extortion and firing case, following an encounter with the Central District Special Staff near IP Estate late Monday night.

#Delhi Police arrest five in Paharganj extortion-firing case # prime accused held after encounter

Father-son duo nabbed in Rs 26 lakh drug bust in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar, Jul 7 (UNI) The State Excise Department on Tuesday busted an alleged drug trafficking racket in Bhubaneswar, arresting a father-son duo and seizing 262 grams of brown sugar valued at around Rs 26 lakh.
The arrests were made after excise officials intercepted a luxury vehicle during a raid at Mainshikhal Basti under the Badagada police limits.

#Father-son duo nabbed in Rs 26 lakh drug bust in Bhubaneswar

Kochi Biennale Foundation to host 'Let's Talk' with TATA Trusts Students' Biennale National Awardees

Kochi, July 7 (UNI) The Kochi Biennale Foundation will host "Let''s Talk", an interactive conversation featuring Reppandee Lepcha and Durgesh Prajapati, recipients of the TATA Trusts Kochi Students'' Biennale National Award 2025–26, on July 8 at 5:00 PM at SMS Hall, Mattancherry. The event is being presented with the support of Kirloskar.

#Kochi Biennale Foundation to host 'Let's Talk' with TATA Trusts Students' Biennale National Awardees

India must be prepared to meet growing global demand for quality cotton: VP Radhakrishnan

New Delhi, Jul 7 (UNI) Vice-President C P Radhakrishnan on Tuesday underlined that India must strengthen its global competitiveness and be prepared to meet the growing domestic and international demand for quality cotton.

#India must be prepared to meet growing global demand for quality cotton: VP Radhakrishnan

Vijayendra accuses Cong of neglecting 15 lakh saplings

Bengaluru, July 7 (UNI) Karnataka BJP president Vijayendra Yediyurappa on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on the Congress government, alleging that its much-publicised plantation campaign, which earned a Guinness World Record, had turned into a "graveyard on the ground" after lakhs of saplings reportedly dried up due to official neglect.

#Vijayendra accuses Cong of neglecting 15 lakh saplings

MoS Rai calls for optimum use of Nagaland's available resources

Dimapur, July 7 (UNI) union Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai has called for optimum and systematic utilisation of available resources in Nagaland to promote sustainable agricultural growth and improve livelihoods.

#MoS Rai calls for optimum use of Nagaland's available resources

All Mizoram parties resolve to scrutinise 'suspicious' entries in SIR

Aizawl, July 7 (UNI) Amid continuing concerns over the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Mizoram, all major political parties on Tuesday resolved to jointly scrutinise the draft voters'' list, with particular focus on entries suspected to lack proper linkage with previous electoral rolls.

#All Mizoram parties resolve to scrutinise 'suspicious' entries in SIR

Bastar's Abujhmad eyes sustainable future through coffee cultivation

By Shishir Roy
Raipur, Jul 7 (UNI) Abujhmad, one of Chhattisgarh''s most remote and forested regions, may soon chart a new economic course through coffee cultivation. Known for decades for its geographical isolation and prolonged Left-Wing Extremism, the region is now witnessing efforts to create sustainable livelihood opportunities for tribal communities.

#Bastar's Abujhmad eyes sustainable future through coffee cultivation

West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari reviews Baruipur rape-murder probe, assures victim's family of justice

Baruipur, July 7 (UNI) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Tuesday visited the office of the Superintendent of Police (SP) in Baruipur to personally review the investigation into the alleged gang rape and murder of a minor girl, a case that has sparked widespread outrage across the state.

#West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari reviews Baruipur rape-murder probe # assures victim's family of justice

Army rejects false claims of eight Assam Rifles personnel injured in Manipur ambush

New Delhi, July 7 (UNI) The Indian Army on Tuesday debunked false claims being circulated by Pakistan-based propaganda accounts alleging that eight Assam Rifles personnel were injured in an ambush by "Manipur freedom fighters", terming the posts a deliberate attempt to spread misinformation and inflame tensions.

#Army rejects false claims of eight Assam Rifles personnel injured in Manipur ambush

Commercial vessels in Strait of Hormuz again struck as US-Iran talks stall

Washington/Tehran, Jul 7 (UNI) Commercial tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz were struck early Tuesday, again flaring tensions between the US and Iran as both sides presented a different narrative of the incident, while negotiations between them regarding maritime security in the region continue to remain stalled.

#Commercial vessels in Strait of Hormuz again struck as US-Iran talks stall

IIT-Madras Neurodiversity Summit develop strategy for tech-driven inclusive ecosystem

Chennai, July 7 (UNI) Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) hosted Neurodiversity Summit 2026 in the campus on Tuesday with the aim of developing a collaborative roadmap for creating an inclusive ecosystem that empowers neurodivergent individuals through research, innovation and community partnerships.

#IIT-Madras Neurodiversity Summit develop strategy for tech-driven inclusive ecosystem

Delhi Police bust interstate auto-lifting syndicate, arrest four; 11 stolen cars recovered

New Delhi, July 7 (UNI) Delhi Police on Tuesday said that they have busted an interstate auto-lifting syndicate with the arrest of four alleged vehicle thieves, including the suspected mastermind, and recovered 11 stolen high-end cars, a stolen auto-rickshaw and electronic equipment allegedly used to duplicate vehicle keys.

#Delhi Police bust interstate auto-lifting syndicate # arrest four; 11 stolen cars recovered

NATO summit in Ankara opens with focus on defence deals, military production and alliance spending

Ankara, July 7 (UNI) US President Donald Trump arrived in Ankara on Tuesday for a NATO summit expected to centre on defence spending, military production and efforts to strengthen the alliance''s industrial capacity, as Turkiye seeks a larger role in joint defence initiatives.

#NATO summit in Ankara opens with focus on defence deals # military production and alliance spending

Prosus roundtable focuses on AI adoption, calls for ecosystem-driven growth

Hyderabad, July 7 (UNI) Global technology investor Prosus on Tuesday hosted a roundtable in Hyderabad to discuss how Telangana and Andhra Pradesh can accelerate the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across agriculture, healthcare, manufacturing, financial services and education.

#Prosus roundtable focuses on AI adoption # calls for ecosystem-driven growth

Maha oppn demands high-level probe into alleged irregularities in 'Ramai Awas' housing scheme

Mumbai, Jul 7 (UNI) The Maharashtra legislative council was rocked today by allegations of a massive financial scandal involving the ''Ramai Awas Gharkul Yojana'' in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, with Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and former Leader of Opposition, Ambadas Danve, demanding a high-level, transparent probe into the alleged irregularities.

#Maha oppn demands high-level probe into alleged irregularities in 'Ramai Awas' housing scheme

Punjab: Jalandhar firing accused injured in police encounter after allegedly opening fire on team

Chandigarh, Jul 7 (UNI) A man accused in a firing case was injured in an alleged exchange of fire with the Punjab Police in Jalandhar today after he allegedly opened fire on a police team attempting to arrest him and recover an illegal weapon, officials said.

#Punjab: Jalandhar firing accused injured in police encounter after allegedly opening fire on team

Ladakh eases land-use rules: No approval required for utilising up to two Kanals in Municipal limits

Srinagar, Jul 7 (UNI) Ladakh Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena on Tuesday approved an interim land-use regulatory framework allowing the utilisation of land up to two kanals within Municipal Committee limits, for residential, commercial, industrial or mixed-use purposes, without requiring any approval.

#Ladakh eases land-use rules: No approval required for utilising up to two Kanals in Municipal limits

Mayawati seeks probe into Ram Temple, Badrinath trusts over alleged offering irregularities

Lucknow, July 7 (UNI) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Tuesday demanded an impartial investigation into the management of trusts linked to the Ram Temple in Ayodhya and the Badrinath shrine in Uttarakhand over alleged irregularities involving religious offerings.

#Mayawati seeks probe into Ram Temple # Badrinath trusts over alleged offering irregularities

Mirwaiz alleges house arrest ahead of youth event

Srinagar, July 7 (UNI) Kashmir''s chief cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Tuesday alleged that he was placed under house arrest and prevented from attending a youth event organised at Eidgah in downtown Srinagar.

#Mirwaiz alleges house arrest ahead of youth event

Selja attacks Haryana recruitment policy, alleges injustice to unemployed youth

Chandigarh, Jul 7 (UNI) Senior Congress leader and Sirsa MP Kumari Selja on Tuesday criticised the Haryana Government''s recruitment policy, alleging that flawed selection rules have deprived qualified candidates of jobs while leaving hundreds of sanctioned posts vacant across government departments.

#Selja attacks Haryana recruitment policy # alleges injustice to unemployed youth

Iran refuses US nuclear talks if threats continue: Araghchi

Tehran, July 7 (UNI) Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Tuesday said Tehran would not negotiate a final deal with Washington if threats against Iran continued, after US President Donald Trump warned that the United States would either reach an agreement or "finish the job".

#Iran refuses US nuclear talks if threats continue: Araghchi

IIM-Bangalore, first overseas campus to be set up in Indonesia, PM Modi announces

New Delhi, July 7 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, following his bilateral talks with the Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Tuesday, announced that the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) will set up its first International campus in Indonesia, stepping up India''s efforts to deliver world-class education through its premier institutions.

#IIM-Bangalore # first overseas campus to be set up in Indonesia # PM Modi announces

Australia's women's hockey team squad named for 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup

Sydney, July 7 (UNI) Hockey Australia has announced the Hockeyroos squad for the 2026 FIH World Cup as the Hockeyroos chase a third World Cup title which will be played across Belgium and the Netherlands from August 15-30.
The tournament will see the Hockeyroos based out of the Netherlands as they look to bring World Cup glory home in 2026.

#Australia's women's hockey team squad named for 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup

Twin blasts near Macron’s Damascus Hotel, French President safe

Damascus, July 7 (UNI) At least 18 people were injured after two explosions occurred near the Four Seasons Hotel in Damascus on Tuesday, where French President Emmanuel Macron had stayed ahead of his meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa.

#Twin blasts near Macron’s Damascus Hotel #French President safe

TPCC chief Mahesh Kumar accuses BRS of corruption in Kaleshwaram project, targets KTR & Etela

Hyderabad, July 7 (UNI) Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) president and MLC Mahesh Kumar Goud on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), alleging that corruption under the previous KCR government had turned the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme into a "disaster" and put the project''s future at risk.

#TPCC chief Mahesh Kumar accuses BRS of corruption in Kaleshwaram project # targets KTR & Etela

Baruipur case: Accused won't be spared, says Agnimitra Paul

No one will be spared, exemplary punishment assured in Baruipur case: West Bengal minister Agnimitra Paul Kolkata, July 7 (UNI) West Bengal Minister of Women and Child Development and Social Welfare, Agnimitra Paul on Tuesday assured the family of the minor girl allegedly raped and murdered in Baruipur that the accused would face exemplary punishment, reiterating the state government''s commitment to ensuring justice.

#Baruipur case: Accused won't be spared # says Agnimitra Paul

BJP using SIR to delete up to 10,000 voters per Assembly seat: Jairam Ramesh

Bengaluru, July 7 (UNI) The Congress on Tuesday mounted a sharp attack on the BJP and the Election Commission of India over the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, alleging that the exercise was being used to delete between 5,000 and 10,000 voters in every Assembly constituency ahead of the next state elections, including Karnataka.

#BJP using SIR to delete up to 10 #000 voters per Assembly seat: Jairam Ramesh

Ajay Rai calls for arrests of masterminds, dissolution of Ram temple trust over alleged offering theft

Lucknow, July 7 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Congress President Ajay Rai on Tuesday demanded the arrest of the top officials whom he referred to as ''masterminds'' of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust behind the theft of offerings at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya and called for the dissolution and reconstitution of the Ram temple trust.

#Ajay Rai calls for arrests of masterminds # dissolution of Ram temple trust over alleged offering theft

Haryana Police demolishes illegal structures of habitual offenders in Gurugram; two accused face 25 criminal cases

Panchkula, July 7 (UNI) In a major crackdown under its Zero Tolerance Policy against land mafias and habitual offenders, the Haryana Police carried out a bulldozer action at five locations in Gurugram, demolishing illegal structures allegedly constructed by two notorious criminals who together face around 25 serious criminal cases.

#Haryana Police demolishes illegal structures of habitual offenders in Gurugram; two accused face 25 criminal cases

IIT-Madras alumni Blurgs AI, a deep tech startup, raises USD 2.2 mn to go global

Chennai, July 7 (UNI) Deeptech startup Blurgs AI, an alumni of IIT-Madras, has raised USD 2.2 million to accelerate global expansion of its AI-powered intelligence platforms for defence, national security and commercial maritime markets.

#IIT-Madras alumni Blurgs AI # a deep tech startup # raises USD 2.2 mn to go global

CM rushes to drought-hit Kalaburagi, govt weighs farm loan waiver

Kalaburagi (Karnataka), July 7 (UNI) Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Tuesday rushed to drought-hit Kalaburagi as the deepening monsoon failure pushed the district towards a full-blown agrarian crisis, with the state government indicating it would consider farm loan waivers and other emergency relief measures for distressed farmers.

#CM rushes to drought-hit Kalaburagi # govt weighs farm loan waiver

AU Small Finance Bank Launches Full Range of Savings Accounts for Every Customer Segment

Bus driven with mobile flashlight, three suspended in Karnataka

Kalaburagi, July 7 (UNI) A government bus carrying passengers was allegedly driven through the night using the flashlight of a mobile phone after its headlights failed, triggering outrage and prompting the Kalyana Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (KKRTC) to suspend three employees, including the driver, officials said on Tuesday.

#Bus driven with mobile flashlight # three suspended in Karnataka

Fresh FIR filed over 'Sebashraay' project, BJP alleges financial irregularities and misuse of medicines

Kolkata, July 7 (UNI) A fresh complaint has been lodged against the ''Sebashraay'' project, with BJP leader Abhijit Das filing a written complaint at Parulia Coastal Police Station in South 24 Parganas alleging large-scale financial irregularities and misuse of government medicines.

#Fresh FIR filed over 'Sebashraay' project # BJP alleges financial irregularities and misuse of medicines

Belgium rout USA 4-1, set up World Cup quarter-final clash with Spain

Seattle, July 7 (UNI) Belgium produced a clinical attacking display to dismantle United States 4-1 and storm into the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup, with Charles De Ketelaere starring with two goals and an assist at Lumen Field here.

#Belgium rout USA 4-1 # set up World Cup quarter-final clash with Spain

J&K: Cloudburst strikes Thathri town in Doda; no loss of life, houses and vehicles reportedly damaged

Jammu, July 7 (UNI) Several houses and vehicles were reportedly damaged after flash floods and mudslides triggered by a cloudburst wreaked havoc in the Thathri area of Doda district in Jammu and Kashmir.

#J&K: Cloudburst strikes Thathri town in Doda; no loss of life #houses and vehicles reportedly damaged

Himachal: CWC seeks police status report in Kangra school student suicide case

Dharamshala, July 7 (UNI) The Child Welfare Committee (CWC), Kangra, has sought a status report from the Khundiyan police on the investigation into the alleged suicide of a 14-year-old student, reportedly driven by harassment at a school and hostel in Lower Sunhet in Dehra subdivision.

#Himachal: CWC seeks police status report in Kangra school student suicide case

Fake US Defence Project Scam: Rs 700-crore investment fraud under investigation

Thiruvananthapuram, July 7 (UNI) Kerala Police are investigating one of India''s biggest alleged investment frauds after uncovering a massive scheme in which VPVV Techno Construction allegedly collected nearly ₹700 crore from hundreds of investors by falsely claiming it had secured a confidential ₹83,000-crore Indo-US defence manufacturing project.

#Fake US Defence Project Scam: Rs 700-crore investment fraud under investigation

Manipur Police arrest sexual assault accused, militants; recover IED and ammunition

Imphal, July 7 (UNI) Manipur Police and security forces carried out a series of operations across the state on July 5 and 6, arresting a sexual assault accused, several active militant cadres, and recovering explosives, ammunition and other incriminating items, police said on Tuesday.

#Manipur Police arrest sexual assault accused #militants; recover IED and ammunition

HP: State vigilance intensifys Rajgarh road investigation, money trail, official nexus under scanner

Arvind Kashyap
Solan, Jul 6 (UNI) The State Vigilance & Anti-Corruption Bureau (SV&ACB) has intensified its probe into the alleged Rajgarh road construction scam, training its scanner on a complex web of financial transactions, suspected benami ownerships, and a potential nexus between public servants and private individuals.
The case, spearheaded by the Special Investigation Unit (SIU) in Shimla, stems from an FIR registered at the SV&ACB Police Station in Nahan.

#HP: State vigilance intensifys Rajgarh road investigation # money trail # official nexus under scanner

Odisha State Open Univ signs four MoUs, launches vocational centre on 11th foundation day

Bhubaneswar, Jul 6 (UNI) Odisha State Open University (OSOU), Sambalpur, signed four Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with leading academic and industry organisations to strengthen research, skill development, internships and learner support, marking a key highlight of its 11th Foundation Day celebrations. .

#Odisha State Open Univ signs four MoUs # launches vocational centre on 11th foundation day

Haryana police bust alleged sex trafficking racket operating from hotels; 18 women rescued

Panchkula, July 6 (UNI) In a major crackdown on alleged immoral trafficking, Haryana Police has busted a suspected sex trafficking racket operating from two hotels in Hisar, rescuing 18 women and arresting the owner of A to Z Hotel and the manager of Hotel Balish.

#Haryana police bust alleged sex trafficking racket operating from hotels; 18 women rescued

Netanyahu urges US not to give Türkiye access to F-35 jets citing anti-Israel remarks

Jerusalem/Ankara, Jul 6 (UNI) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has urged the US not to provide Türkiye with F-35 fighter jets or key aircraft components, warning that such a move would “upset the power balance” in West Asia.

#Netanyahu urges US not to give Türkiye access to F-35 jets citing anti-Israel remarks

Centre bets big on Haryana's healthcare push; Nadda says state gets two AIIMS

Chandigarh, July 6 (UNI) union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda on Monday lauded Haryana''s expanding healthcare infrastructure, announcing that the state has been allotted two AIIMS institutions under the Centre''s plan to establish 23 new AIIMS across the country.

#Centre bets big on Haryana's healthcare push; Nadda says state gets two AIIMS

EAM Jaishankar discusses deepening bilateral cooperation with Bahraini counterpart

By Nikhil Vyas
New Delhi, Jul 6 (UNI) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar today met Bahrain''s Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani in Manama and discussed boosting bilateral ties between the two nations.

#EAM Jaishankar discusses deepening bilateral cooperation with Bahraini counterpart

EAM Jaishankar discusses deepening bilateral cooperation with Bahraini counterpart

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#EAM Jaishankar discusses deepening bilateral cooperation with Bahraini counterpart

Russian security officials allege Ukraine's GUR behind online harassment of Ukrainian Defence Minister post explosions near Kyiv

Moscow/Kyiv, Jul 6 (UNI) Russian security officials have alleged that Ukrainian military intelligence may be behind an online campaign targeting Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov following recent explosions near Kyiv.

#Russian security officials allege Ukraine's GUR behind online harassment of Ukrainian Defence Minister post explosions near Kyiv

UP: Ram Temple Trust acknowledges irregularities in donation calculation process

Ayodhya, Jul 6 (UNI) The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust today acknowledged alleged irregularities in the donation calculation process, which has left all Trustees distressed and concerned.

#UP: Ram Temple Trust acknowledges irregularities in donation calculation process

New CEO of Ram Temple Trust to be selected by three-member committee

Ayodhya, Jul 6 (UNI) The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has set up a three-member high power committee to select a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Trust.
During an emergency meeting here on Monday, the Trust constituted a three-member committee to select a suitable Chief Executive Officer and recommend suitable candidates to the Trust.

#New CEO of Ram Temple Trust to be selected by three-member committee

IIM Nagpur plans Pune campus, targets five-year global expansion roadmap: Dr Bhimaraya Metri

Nagpur, July 6 (UNI): The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Nagpur on Monday unveiled its Strategic Roadmap 2026-31, outlining plans for a second campus in Pune, global academic partnerships and expansion of its academic and research footprint.

#IIM Nagpur plans Pune campus # targets five-year global expansion roadmap: Dr Bhimaraya Metri

Drug traffickers more dangerous than terrorists, says Telangana DGP C V Anand

Bhadradri Kothagudem, July 6 (UNI) Telangana Director General of Police C V Anand on Monday said effective control of drug trafficking and ganja smuggling in Bhadradri Kothagudem and Khammam districts would be crucial to strengthening anti-narcotics enforcement across the state, asserting that drug traffickers would be treated as "more dangerous than extremists and terrorists.".

#Drug traffickers more dangerous than terrorists # says Telangana DGP C V Anand

Alld HC rejects demand for CBI probe in Ram Janmabhoomi Trust 'offering theft' case

Lucknow, July 6 (UNI) The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court on Monday dismissed a petition seeking a CBI investigation into the alleged "offering theft" case involving the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple Trust in Ayodhya.

#Alld HC rejects demand for CBI probe in Ram Janmabhoomi Trust 'offering theft' case

Thousands flood Tehran’s streets waving red flags chanting “Death to America” and “Death to Israel” in Ali Khamenei’s funeral

Tehran, Jul 6 (UNI) Thousands of mourners flooded the streets of Tehran on Monday as the funeral procession for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei moved through the capital, with calls for revenge against the US and Israel echoing throughout the ceremony.

#Thousands flood Tehran’s streets waving red flags chanting “Death to America” and “Death to Israel” in Ali Khamenei’s funeral

Champat, Anil Mishra exit Ram Temple Trust: Krishna Mohan is new acting General secretary

Ayodhya, Jul 6 (UNI) The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust on Monday accepted the resignation of Champat Rai as its general secretary and Anil Mishra as a trustee amid the donation theft controversy. The trust has assigned Krishna Mohan additional responsibilities as its interim general secretary.

#Champat # Anil Mishra exit Ram Temple Trust: Krishna Mohan is new acting General secretary

US-led RIMPAC exercise focuses on multinational integration, uncrewed systems, Maritime security

Arti Bali
Washington, July 6 (UNI) The United States-led Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise will bring together 30 nations this year to strengthen maritime interoperability, trust and joint operational readiness across the Indo-Pacific, a senior US Navy officer said on Monday.

#US-led RIMPAC exercise focuses on multinational integration # uncrewed systems # Maritime security

Two Assam Rifles personnel killed in militant ambush on convoy in Manipur

Imphal, July 6 (UNI) In a setback to peace efforts in Manipur, two personnel of the 40 Assam Rifles were killed after unidentified armed militants ambushed their convoy and opened fire near Nungshangkong in Ukhrul district on Monday.

#Two Assam Rifles personnel killed in militant ambush on convoy in Manipur

Retain existing 35 kg foodgrains to housholds : Vijay writes to PM opposing amendments to Food Security Act

Chennai, July 6 (UNI) Strongly opposing the new amendments to the Food Security Act envisaging reducing the foodgrains component to households from 35 kg to seven kg per month perindividual, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay on Monday evening urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to retain the present entitlement taking into account the interest of 70 lakh poor citizens in the state.

#Retain existing 35 kg foodgrains to housholds : Vijay writes to PM opposing amendments to Food Security Act

Left parties warn of statewide agitation over demolitions, demand housing & land rights for poor

Hyderabad, July 6 (UNI) Communist Party of India (CPI) Telangana Secretary and MLA Kunamneni Sambasiva Rao on Monday accused the Telangana government of targeting the poor through demolition drives and warned that the Left parties would launch a statewide agitation if their demands for housing and land rights were not addressed.

#Left parties warn of statewide agitation over demolitions # demand housing & land rights for poor

Maha: Court grants bail to accused Nida Khan in Nashik TCS case

Mumbai, Jul 6 (UNI) A Sessions court in Nasik today granted bail to Nida Khan, prime accused in the sexual harassment and religious coercion case at Tata Consultancy Services’ (TCS) Nashik BPO.

#Maha: Court grants bail to accused Nida Khan in Nashik TCS case

With series on the line, India face must-win situation ahead of third T20I against England

Tridib Baparnash
New Delhi, July 6 (UNI) Still searching for their first win on the UK tour, India head into the third T20I against England at Trent Bridge on Tuesday with more questions than answers. Following a 0-2 series defeat to Ireland and another loss to England in Manchester, Shreyas Iyer''s side now face a must-win situation to keep the series alive.

#With series on the line # India face must-win situation ahead of third T20I against England

US bases in Guam on high alert as Super Typhoon Bavi approaches

Washington, July 6 (UNI) US military bases on the island of Guam have been placed on high alert ahead of the imminent arrival of Super Typhoon Bavi, a Category 5 storm, the Joint Information Center (JIC) said on Monday.

#US bases in Guam on high alert as Super Typhoon Bavi approaches

Jamshedpur murder case accused nabbed from Rajasthan

Jamshedpur, July 6 (UNI) An accused in the Himanshu Singh murder case was arrested from Rajasthan''s Khatushyamji town on Monday in a joint operation by the Jharkhand and Rajasthan police.

#Jamshedpur murder case accused nabbed from Rajasthan

'Your Voice, My Voice — Justice for Baruipur'

Kolkata, Jul 6 (UNI) Former chief minister and Trinamool leader Mamata Banerjee on Monday hit the streets demanding justice for the minor girl from Suryapur in Baruipur who was allegedly subjected to rape and murder, turning the incident into a major political flashpoint in the state.

#'Your Voice # My Voice — Justice for Baruipur'

UEFA condemns FIFA for lifting Balogun suspension

New York, July 6 (UNI) European football''s governing body UEFA on Monday strongly criticized FIFA''s decision to suspend the automatic one-match ban for United States striker Folarin Balogun, allowing him to play in Monday''s World Cup round of 16 match against Belgium.
FIFA announced Sunday that it had suspended the implementation of Balogun''s automatic suspension following his red card for a dangerous foul during the United States'' 3-0 victory
over Bosnia and Herzegovina in the round of 32.

#UEFA condemns FIFA for lifting Balogun suspension

Molineux vindicates Australia's captaincy call with seventh T20 World Cup title

New Delhi, uly 6 (UNI) Australia captain Sophie Molineux silenced any doubts over her appointment by guiding the team to a record seventh ICC Women''s T20 World Cup title, leading the defending champions to a seven-wicket victory over England in the final at Lord''s on Sunday.

#Molineux vindicates Australia's captaincy call with seventh T20 World Cup title

Massive heatwave in US kills 24 people in past week, impact continues to worsen

Washington, Jul 6 (UNI) At least 24 people have died during a prolonged heatwave that has gripped large parts of the US, with around 40 million people remaining under heat alerts as forecasters warn of continuing health risks across the country, reports Axios.

#Massive heatwave in US kills 24 people in past week # impact continues to worsen

Sun Yingsha, Matsushima crowned singles champions at WTT U.S. Smash

Los Angeles, July 6 (UNI) World No. 1 Sun Yingsha claimed her second WTT Grand Smash title of the season, fighting off a resurgent Kuai Man in a seven-game thriller to win the women''s singles crown, while Japan''s Sora Matsushima captured the men''s title on the final day of the WTT United States Smash here.

#Sun Yingsha # Matsushima crowned singles champions at WTT U.S. Smash

CBI arrests absconding accused in 2002 Garhwa Fort idol theft and murder case

New Delhi, July 6 (UNI) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday said that they have arrested an absconding accused, Ramnarayan alias Hyder in connection with a 2002 case relating to dacoity with murder and theft of an ancient idol from the protected Garhwa Fort, an Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) site, in Prayagraj UP.

#CBI arrests absconding accused in 2002 Garhwa Fort idol theft and murder case

Belgium coach says July 5 is "FIFA's April Fools' Day" after FIFA suspends Balogun ban

Seattle (US), Julu 6 (UNI) FIFA suspended enforcement of a one-match red-card ban imposed on United States striker Folarin Balogun on Sunday, a decision that allows him to feature in Monday''s FIFA World Cup round-of-16 match against Belgium.
Belgium head coach Rudi Garcia reacted strongly to the decision at a pre-match press conference, saying, "I just found out that July 5 is FIFA''s April Fools'' Day." Balogun was sent off for stamping on Tarik Muharemovic during the United States'' 2-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina in the round of 32 on July 1.

#Belgium coach says July 5 is "FIFA's April Fools' Day" after FIFA suspends Balogun ban

With series on the line, India face must-win situation ahead of third T20I against England

Tridib Baparnash
New Delhi, July 6 (UNI) Still searching for their first win on the UK tour, India head into the third T20I against England at Trent Bridge on Tuesday with more questions than answers. Following a 0-2 series defeat to Ireland and another loss to England in Manchester, Shreyas Iyer''s side now face a must-win situation to keep the series alive.

#With series on the line # India face must-win situation ahead of third T20I against England

India's Q2 deal value more than doubles to USD 36.3 billion despite moderation in volumes : Report

New Delhi, Jul 6 (UNI) India''s dealmaking activity recorded a sharp increase in transaction values during the second quarter of 2026, with the combined value of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and private equity (PE) deals surging 127 per cent quarter-on-quarter to USD 36.3 billion, even as overall deal volumes declined.

#India's Q2 deal value more than doubles to USD 36.3 billion despite moderation in volumes : Report

Ponguleti challenges KCR to assembly debate on Kaleshwaram, highlights Indiramma housing progress

Hyderabad, July 6 (UNI) Telangana Revenue, Housing and Information & Public Relations Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy on Monday challenged former Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao to attend a special session of the State Assembly and explain the alleged irregularities and structural issues related to the Kaleshwaram project.

#Ponguleti challenges KCR to assembly debate on Kaleshwaram # highlights Indiramma housing progress

UP: Chandrashekhar focuses on third front in assembly polls

Lucknow, Jul 6 (UNI) Ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh, buzz has intensified regarding the possibility of a third political front, with Nagina MP Chandrashekhar Azad of Azad Samaj Party today indicating that his party is working towards creating a strong third alternative by bringing together parties outside the NDA and the India alliance in the state.

#UP: Chandrashekhar focuses on third front in assembly polls

ACG Sports appoints former Rajasthan Royals executive Jake Lush McCrum as CEO

Mumbai, July 6 (UNI) ACG Sports on Monday announced the appointment of Jake Lush McCrum as its Chief Executive Officer.

#ACG Sports appoints former Rajasthan Royals executive Jake Lush McCrum as CEO

Russia launches deadly attack on Ukraine, kills 11 & injures 60 amid Kyiv's dwindling Patriot supply

Kyiv/Moscow, Jul 6 (UNI) Russia launched one of its deadliest attacks on Kyiv this year early today, killing at least 11 people and injuring 60 others in a massive missile and drone barrage that Ukrainian officials said exposed growing weaknesses in the country''s air-defence network.

#Russia launches deadly attack on Ukraine # kills 11 & injures 60 amid Kyiv's dwindling Patriot supply

FIFA suspends Balogun ban, Belgium protests decision ahead of World Cup last-16 clash

Seattle (United States), July 5 (UNI) FIFA announced that it has suspended enforcement of
the one-match ban imposed on American striker Folarin Balogun following his red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the round of 32, making him eligible for Monday''s FIFA World Cup round-of-16 clash with Belgium.
Shortly after FIFA''s announcement, the Royal Belgian Football Association (RBFA) issued a statement expressing its "astonishment" at the decision and said it was exploring all possible options to safeguard its rights.

#FIFA suspends Balogun ban # Belgium protests decision ahead of World Cup last-16 clash

Kyiv hit by deadly Russian missile, drone attack ahead of NATO summit

Kyiv, July 6 (UNI) As US President Donald Trump is set to depart for Turkey to attend the NATO summit, Ukraine’s capital Kyiv came under a heavy Russian missile and drone assault in the early hours of Monday, killing at least 18 people and injuring 60, officials said.

#Kyiv hit by deadly Russian missile # drone attack ahead of NATO summit

Gadkari calls for expeditious completion of multimodal infrastructure initiatives

New Delhi, Jul 6 (UNI) Reviewing the progress of the National Highways Logistics Management Limited (NHLML) Projects, union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Monday called for expeditious completion of multimodal infrastructure initiatives.

#Gadkari calls for expeditious completion of multimodal infrastructure initiatives

KTR accuses Revanth Reddy of neglecting farmers, assures support to hamali workers

Hyderabad, July 6 (UNI) Bharat Rashtra Samiti (BRS) Working President K T Rama Rao on Monday accused the Congress government of neglecting farmers by failing to utilise available water from the Kaleshwaram project and alleged that Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy was deliberately trying to tarnish the image of the BRS.

#KTR accuses Revanth Reddy of neglecting farmers # assures support to hamali workers

Australia's men's squad confirmed for 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup

Sydney, July 6 (UNI) In their quest for a fourth World Cup title, Hockey Australia on Monday.

#Australia's men's squad confirmed for 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup

West Bengal CM says death penalty will be sought for Baruipur minor rape-murder accused

Kolkata, July 6 (UNI) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, assuring strict punishment, including capital punishment, for those involved in the alleged rape and murder of a minor in Baruipur, South 24 Parganas, alleged that a larger political and communal conspiracy was behind the violence.

#West Bengal CM says death penalty will be sought for Baruipur minor rape-murder accused

India face must-win test against England in third T20I

Nottingham, July 6 (UNI) India face a must-win challenge against England in the third T20I at Trent Bridge on Tuesday, with the visitors desperate to level the five-match series after the hosts seized a 1-0 lead through a clinical chase in Manchester.

#India face must-win test against England in third T20I

Digital push, digital risk: IGU Rewari's new app launch coincides with national cybersecurity reckoning

Panchkula, Jul 6 (UNI) At a time when cyber threats targeting educational institutions are on the rise, Indira Gandhi University (IGU), Meerpur, Rewari, is set to organise its first National Workshop on "Cyber Security: Protecting Individuals in the Digital Ecosystem" in hybrid mode on July 7.

#Digital push # digital risk: IGU Rewari's new app launch coincides with national cybersecurity reckoning

Telangana CM focuses on sustainable tourism, orders expansion of urban forest initiatives

Hyderabad, July 6 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Monday directed officials to accelerate the development of tourism infrastructure across Telangana, with a focus on heritage conservation, eco-tourism, urban forests and destination development.

#Telangana CM focuses on sustainable tourism # orders expansion of urban forest initiatives

BJD alleges large-scale voter exclusion in Odisha, urges ECI to simplify SIR process

Bhubaneswar, July 6 (UNI) Opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Monday alleged that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Odisha has resulted in the exclusion of a large number of eligible voters and urged the Election Commission of India (ECI) to simplify the process to ensure that every eligible citizen is able to exercise the constitutional right to vote.

#BJD alleges large-scale voter exclusion in Odisha # urges ECI to simplify SIR process

Haryana pensioners demand LTC relief, Ayushman coverage and implementation of revised pension benefits

Panchkula, Jul 6 (UNI) Seeking immediate redressal of long-pending grievances, the Federation of Senior Citizens and Pensioners Association has urged the Haryana Government to implement revised pension norms, restore easier Leave Travel Concession (LTC) benefits, ensure universal Ayushman card coverage for retired employees, enhance age-linked pension benefits and reduce the pension commutation recovery period.

#Haryana pensioners demand LTC relief # Ayushman coverage and implementation of revised pension benefits

BJP Telangana chief Ramchander Rao alleges Congress-BRS nexus on Kaleshwaram,

Hyderabad, July 6 (UNI) BJP Telangana President N Ramchander Rao on Monday alleged that the Congress government and the BRS were indulging in political drama over the alleged corruption in the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project and demanded strict action against those responsible.

#BJP Telangana chief Ramchander Rao alleges Congress-BRS nexus on Kaleshwaram #

Allay fears of farmers, convene All party meet to discuss Mekdatu dam row : PMK urges CM Vijay

Chennai, July 6 (UNI) Amid reports of Karnataka government intensifying its efforts to build a new dam at Mekedatu across River Cauvery despite strident opposition from Tamil Nadu, Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) President and Rajya Sabha MP Anbumani Ramadoss on Monday urged Chief Minister Vijay to allay the fears of the farmers and convene an all party meeting to discuss and decide on the next course of action to be taken on the issue concerning the lifeline of the farmers in delta districts.

#Allay fears of farmers # convene All party meet to discuss Mekdatu dam row : PMK urges CM Vijay

Destination Tripura Business Conclave targets 1200 billion US dollars investment

Agartala, July 6 (UNI) Tripura is anticipating investment proposals worth approximately 1200 billion US dollars during the upcoming two-day Destination Tripura Business Conclave-2026, commencing on July 9, said Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha.

#Destination Tripura Business Conclave targets 1200 billion US dollars investment

Two-thirds of Americans skeptical of US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding: Poll

Moscow, July 6 (Sputnik/UNI) Two-thirds of Americans are skeptical of the Memorandum of Understanding signed between the US and Iran to end the conflict, according to a poll by the British company Focaldata conducted for the Financial Times.

#Two-thirds of Americans skeptical of US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding: Poll

Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Sangharsh Trust offers Muslim side 10 acres of land in Mewat and full cost of Mosque construction

Mathura, July 6 (UNI) A surprising and significant initiative has emerged to resolve the decades-old dispute between the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi and the Shahi Eidgah Mosque through an out-of-court settlement.

#Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Sangharsh Trust offers Muslim side 10 acres of land in Mewat and full cost of Mosque construction

Sisters Janhvi, Khushi Kapoor surprise Anshula Kapoor with private 'mehendi' celebration

Mumbai, Jul 5 (UNI) Anshula Kapoor''s wedding celebrations got off to a touching start after sisters Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor orchestrated a surprise ''mehendi'' ceremony, turning the intimate occasion into a celebration of tradition and togetherness.

#Sisters Janhvi # Khushi Kapoor surprise Anshula Kapoor with private 'mehendi' celebration

Punjab: Two from Haryana held with 4 kg poppy husk in Sangrur

Sangrur, Jul 5 (UNI) Punjab Police have arrested two alleged drug smugglers from Haryana and seized 4 kg of poppy husk (bhukki chura post) from a pickup vehicle in Sangrur district, officials said today.

#Punjab: Two from Haryana held with 4 kg poppy husk in Sangrur

Haryana: Panchkula police arrest man in Rs 46 lakh land fraud case; sent to judicial custody

Panchkula, Jul 5 (UNI) The Economic Offences Wing-I of the Panchkula Police has arrested an accused in connection with an alleged land fraud involving Rs 46 lakh, in which a piece of land was allegedly sold despite a court-ordered stay on its transfer.

#Haryana: Panchkula police arrest man in Rs 46 lakh land fraud case; sent to judicial custody

Shivamogga Yodhas crush Hubli Tigers to boost playoff hopes

Bengaluru, July 6 (UNI) Shivamogga Yodhas strengthened their chances of reaching the playoffs with a commanding 38-run victory over Hubli Tigers in the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 tournament at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium here on Sunday.

#Shivamogga Yodhas crush Hubli Tigers to boost playoff hopes

Rajasthan: Gehlot reacts to Modi's accusation against previous Cong govt for stalling work on Pachpadra refinery

Jaipur, Jul 5 (UNI) Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has reacted strongly to Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s reference, at the public meeting in Pachpadra, about stalling of the refinery work during the previous Congress regime (2018 -2023).

#Rajasthan: Gehlot reacts to Modi's accusation against previous Cong govt for stalling work on Pachpadra refinery

Maha: Six killed, 1 injured as ground plus 3 tenement collapses in Mumbai

Mumbai, Jul 5 (UNI) At least six persons were killed and one sustained injuries after portions of a ground-plus-three tenement collapsed at Chawl No. 05, Janta Nagar, behind Hanuman Mandir in the Mankhurd area of eastern Mumbai today evening, officials said.

#Maha: Six killed # 1 injured as ground plus 3 tenement collapses in Mumbai

ICC Women's WC: Australia crowned champions after clinical chase at Lord's

London, July 5 (UNI) Beth Mooney once again proved her big-match class with a match-defining half-century as Australia Women defeated England Women by 7 wickets to lift the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 title at Lord’s on Sunday, completing a dominant chase under pressure on the grandest stage.

#ICC Women's WC: Australia crowned champions after clinical chase at Lord's

Delhi: Police bust illegal SIM activation racket, telecom PoS agent arrested

New Delhi, Jul 5 (UNI) The Cyber Police Station of Delhi Police''s Central District has arrested a licensed telecom Point of Sale (PoS) agent for allegedly illegally activating SIM cards without following mandatory KYC and biometric verification norms and supplying them to cyber fraudsters.

#Delhi: Police bust illegal SIM activation racket # telecom PoS agent arrested

Delhi: Police busts interstate 'Rajan Gang', juvenile among 4 held

New Delhi, Jul 5 (UNI) Delhi Police''s Burari Police Station has busted an interstate gang of alleged hardcore burglars, popularly known as the ''Rajan Gang'', and arrested three accused along with a juvenile in conflict with law.

#Delhi: Police busts interstate 'Rajan Gang' # juvenile among 4 held

Tawang Police arrests two accused in cheating, criminal breach of trust cases

Itanagar, July 5 (UNI) The Tawang Police, with assistance from Assam Police, arrested two accused persons in separate cases involving alleged criminal breach of trust and cheating, marking significant progress in the investigations, Superintendent of Police Tasi Darang said on Sunday.

#Tawang Police arrests two accused in cheating # criminal breach of trust cases

UP: Ram Temple Trust treasurer appeals to Ram bhakts over offiering theft in Ram temple

Ayodhya, Jul 5 (UNI) On the eve of the emergency meeting of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust regarding alleged Ram Temple offering theft case, Treasurer Swami Govind Dev Giri of the Trust has penned an emotional 2-page letter for Ram bhakts, claiming his innocence.

#UP: Ram Temple Trust treasurer appeals to Ram bhakts over offiering theft in Ram temple

UP: Three jailed accused questioned for 5 hours in Ram Temple offering case

Ayodhya, Jul 5 (UNI) Police investigating the alleged Ram Temple offering embezzlement case conducted a five-hour intensive interrogation of three jailed accused today.

#UP: Three jailed accused questioned for 5 hours in Ram Temple offering case

Iran, Qatar resume maritime trade after five-month suspension

Tehran, July 5 (UNI) Iran and Qatar have resumed maritime trade after a suspension of nearly five months, Iran''s commercial attaché in Doha said on Sunday.

#Iran # Qatar resume maritime trade after five-month suspension

Perry fit as Australia opt to field in Women's T20 final

London, July 5 (UNI) Australia Women received a major boost ahead of the Women''s T20 international final as star all-rounder Ellyse Perry was declared fit, before captain Sophie Molineux won the toss and elected to field against England on Sunday.

#Perry fit as Australia opt to field in Women's T20 final

Odisha Society of America pushes for revival of Public Library Movement

Bhubaneswar, July 5 (UNI) The Odisha Society of America (OSA) has called for the revival of Odisha''s public library movement and the creation of a modern, integrated library network across the state, saying stronger public institutions are essential for promoting reading culture, improving access to knowledge and supporting long-term socio-economic development.

#Odisha Society of America pushes for revival of Public Library Movement

Lalu Yadav says RJD is ‘not just an election machine’, calls for ideological fight against BJP

Patna, July 5 (UNI) The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) on Sunday celebrated its 30th Foundation Day. On the occasion, the party’s National President and former Bihar Chief Minister, Lalu Prasad Yadav, issued an open letter to the people, congratulating party workers and asserting that the RJD is “not just a machine to fight elections.” He also launched a sharp attack on the BJP.

#Lalu Yadav says RJD is ‘not just an election machine’ # calls for ideological fight against BJP

CPI(M) seeks extension of voter enumeration deadline to August 30

Hyderabad, Jul 5 (UNI) The CPI(M) Telangana State Committee on Sunday urged the Election Commission to extend the ongoing voter enumeration process in the state until August 30, citing delays, confusion, and inadequate public awareness.

#CPI(M) seeks extension of voter enumeration deadline to August 30

Jharkhand releases draft industrial, textile policies; CM to lead Delhi stakeholder meet

Ranchi, July 5 (UNI) The Jharkhand government on Sunday released the draft Jharkhand Industrial Investment Promotion Policy (JIIPP) 2026 and the Jharkhand Textile, Apparel and Footwear Policy 2026 for public consultation ahead of a national stakeholder consultation in New Delhi on July 8 and 9.

#Jharkhand releases draft industrial # textile policies; CM to lead Delhi stakeholder meet

Netanyahu to meet Trump on July 13 amid Iran tensions, Saudi normalization push

Tel Aviv/Washington, July 5 (UNI) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu plans to meet with US President Donald Trump in Washington on July 13 to discuss Iran, regional security and relations with Saudi Arabia, CNN reported on Sunday, citing an Israeli source.

#Netanyahu to meet Trump on July 13 amid Iran tensions # Saudi normalization push

UP: Ram Temple Trust to meet tomorrow to decide future plans, resignations of Champat Rai & Dr Anil Mishra

By Manoj Bhadra
Ayodhya, Jul 5 (UNI) All eyes will be now on tomorrow''s crucial Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Tirtha Kshetra Trust meeting to take a call on the resignation of General Secretary Champat Rai and Trustee Dr Anil Mishra along with other decisions.

#UP: Ram Temple Trust to meet tomorrow to decide future plans # resignations of Champat Rai & Dr Anil Mishra

Delhi BJP accuses AAP of biased civic upkeep, urges CM to inspect Old Delhi roads

New Delhi, Jul 5(UNI) Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson Praveen Shankar Kapoor accused Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders of focusing on the upkeep of lanes and localities predominantly inhabited by a particular community while neglecting the development and maintenance of main roads and neighbourhoods with Hindu-majority populations.

#Delhi BJP accuses AAP of biased civic upkeep # urges CM to inspect Old Delhi roads

Haryana: Police seize 5.42 kg poppy husk, 2 drug peddlers held in Karnal

Panchkula, Jul 5 (UNI) Haryana Police has intensified its crackdown on narcotics, with the Karnal Police arresting two alleged drug peddlers and recovering 5.420 kg of poppy husk (chura post) during a special operation under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.

#Haryana: Police seize 5.42 kg poppy husk # 2 drug peddlers held in Karnal

Haryana: Husband, girlfriend arrested for murder of newly-wed woman in Gurugram

Panchkula, Jul 5 (UNI) Haryana Police has cracked the sensational murder of a 22-year-old newly-wed woman with the arrest of her husband and his alleged girlfriend, who allegedly conspired to kill her before fleeing to Nepal in a bid to evade arrest.

#Haryana: Husband # girlfriend arrested for murder of newly-wed woman in Gurugram

Uddhav Thackeray alleges stolen temple funds used to engineer defections

Mumbai, July 5 (UNI) Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday alleged that Ayodhya Ram Temple offerings theft case is part of a larger political conspiracy issue as "funds stolen from the temple were being used to facilitate defections of opposition legislators," as he led the party''s state-wide ''Ram Raksha Andolan'' in Mumbai.

#Uddhav Thackeray alleges stolen temple funds used to engineer defections

England & Australia set for sold-out ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 final at Lord's

London, July 5 (UNI) Unpredictability will meet stability when Australia take on England in
the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Final at Lord’s Cricket Ground on Sunday.

The hosts have made only one enforced change during the tournament, with Sophia Dunkley replacing captain Nat Sciver-Brunt at number three for three games in the group stage.

#England & Australia set for sold-out ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 final at Lord's

Haryana begins Census 2027 preparations; population enumeration pre-test from July 6

Panchkula, Jul 5 (UNI) Haryana has commenced preparations for the Population Enumeration phase of the Census of India 2027, with the State Government set to conduct a pre-test of Population Enumeration in selected sample areas from July 6 to July 18.

#Haryana begins Census 2027 preparations; population enumeration pre-test from July 6

Bravery, freedom: The mantras leading Australia's title push

London, July 5 (UNI) As Sophie Molineux addressed the media at Lord''s, she was asked if she was personally satisfied with having led her team to a T20 World Cup final in her first campaign
as captain. Her response was a simple, "not yet".

#Bravery # freedom: The mantras leading Australia's title push

Perry firming for final, Aussies mull recall for Ashes tormentor

London, July 5 (UNI) Ellyse Perry is firming to play in Sunday''s T20 World Cup final, with the allrounder getting through Australia''s final training session at Lord''s on Saturday.

#Perry firming for final # Aussies mull recall for Ashes tormentor

Padma Vibhushan Teejan Bai dies at 70, Chhattisgarh loses its greatest cultural icon

Raipur, Jul 5 (UNI) Padma Vibhushan Dr Teejan Bai, the legendary Pandavani exponent who introduced Chhattisgarh''s folk storytelling tradition to audiences across the world, died at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Raipur, early this morning.

#Padma Vibhushan Teejan Bai dies at 70 # Chhattisgarh loses its greatest cultural icon

Kishan Reddy accuses Telangana Govt of shielding MIM, demands uniform enforcement of law

Hyderabad, July 5 (UNI) union Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy on Sunday accused the Congress government in Telangana of practising "selective governance" to protect the AIMIM, alleging that it was sacrificing the interests of ordinary citizens for political reasons.

#Kishan Reddy accuses Telangana Govt of shielding MIM # demands uniform enforcement of law

ICMR project on mental health, substance abuse wins national e-governance award

New Delhi, 5 Jul (UNI) The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Sunday announced that a public health research project - MINDS, developed by researchers at the Indian Council of Medical Research, has won a national award for using artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to deliver citizen-centric healthcare services.

#ICMR project on mental health # substance abuse wins national e-governance award

Mexico must be perfect against England: Aguirre

Mexico City, July 5 (UNI) Mexico will need to play a flawless match if it is to beat England and advance to the World Cup quarterfinals, manager Javier Aguirre said. .

#Mexico must be perfect against England: Aguirre

Mumbai Crime Branch suspends 11 Orchestra Bar licences for 30 days over alleged dance bar rule violations

Mumbai, July 4 (UNI) Mumbai police have suspended the licences of 11 orchestra bars for 30 days after raids found alleged violations of dance bar regulations and obscenity laws, authorities said, as the Maharashtra government considers tougher penalties for repeat offenders.

#Mumbai Crime Branch suspends 11 Orchestra Bar licences for 30 days over alleged dance bar rule violations

Eight people injured in shooting during US Independence Day in New York

New York, July 5 (UNI) Eight people, including four children, were injured in a shooting in Brooklyn, New York, during US Independence Day celebrations, The New York Post quoted New York City Police Department as saying.

#Eight people injured in shooting during US Independence Day in New York

Bommai seeks CEO probe into voter roll anomalies, refuses to apologise

Gadag, July 5 (UNI) Escalating the political confrontation over alleged irregularities in Karnataka''s electoral rolls, former Chief Minister and sitting MP Basavaraj Bommai on Sunday refused to withdraw his remarks or apologise, instead demanding a comprehensive probe by the state''s Chief Electoral Officer into what he described as serious discrepancies in the voter list.

#Bommai seeks CEO probe into voter roll anomalies # refuses to apologise

Vijayendra accuses Cong of fuelling social discord, minority appeasement

Bengaluru, July 5 (UNI) Karnataka BJP president Vijayendra Yediyurappa on Sunday accused the Congress government of "sowing seeds of discord" for political gain and alleged that it had failed to protect backward communities and ensure justice for victims of recent caste-linked violence, even as the BJP inducted former Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) director Sadashiv Vasant Deshinge into the party.

#Vijayendra accuses Cong of fuelling social discord # minority appeasement

Japan eyes deeper SME, startup push in India: Consul General

Bengaluru, July 5 (UNI) Japan is stepping up its focus on India as a key growth destination for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and startups, signalling a shift from traditional large-scale investments to a more broad-based and innovation-driven economic partnership, according to Japan’s Consul General in Bengaluru.

#Japan eyes deeper SME # startup push in India: Consul General

Nitin Nabin meets NDA allies, discusses strategy for 2027 UP Assembly polls

Lucknow, July 5 (UNI) BJP National President Nitin Nabin on Sunday held a series of meetings with leaders of NDA allies during the second day of his visit to Lucknow, with discussions focused on strengthening alliances and preparations for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections.

#Nitin Nabin meets NDA allies # discusses strategy for 2027 UP Assembly polls

Trump says Iran's nuclear programme 'Obliterated' in US 250th Independence Day address

Washington, July 5 (UNI) Amid tributes to America''s founding and its armed forces, President Donald Trump used his 250th Independence Day address on the National Mall to revisit the US military war against Iran launched on Feb 28, framing it as one of the defining achievements of his presidency.

#Trump says Iran's nuclear programme 'Obliterated' in US 250th Independence Day address

Lalu calls for renewed fight for social justice

Patna, Jul 5 (UNI) Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) National President Lalu Prasad Sunday exhorted his party workers and rank and file to remain prepared for a renewed fight for social justice.

#Lalu calls for renewed fight for social justice

Operation Toofan: Kerala Police targets drug abuse at DJ parties

Thiruvananthapuram, July 5 (UNI) Kerala Police has intensified its anti-narcotics drive by launching a statewide crackdown on DJ parties and other entertainment events under ''Operation Toofan'', aiming to curb drug abuse and trafficking among youngsters.

#Operation Toofan: Kerala Police targets drug abuse at DJ parties

Bangladesh minority rights group says blasphemy law being routinely misused as tool of harassment

Dhaka, Jul 4 (UNI) Drawing attention to the rising pattern of false blasphemy cases in Bangladesh, a leading minority rights group has raised concerns that blasphemy charges are now being routinely used in the country as a weapon specifically to target the nation''s religious minorities amid the rampant rise of Islamic extremism.

#Bangladesh minority rights group says blasphemy law being routinely misused as tool of harassment

J&K Police busts alleged sex racket, arrests three in Akhnoor

Jammu, Jul 4 (UNI) In a major crackdown against immoral trafficking, Jammu and Kashmir Police have unearthed an alleged sex racket during a raid conducted in Akhnoor area here in the city outskirts.

#J&K Police busts alleged sex racket # arrests three in Akhnoor

Hawker eviction drive to remain suspended until Durga Puja, says Hawkers' representative after meeting CM Adhikari

Kolkata, Jul 4 (UNI) The ongoing eviction drive against hawkers across West Bengal will likely be put on hold till the end of the Durga Puja season in October, said Asit Saha, state president of the Hawkers'' Joint Action Committee. .

#Hawker eviction drive to remain suspended until Durga Puja # says Hawkers' representative after meeting CM Adhikari

Adhikari vows to pass UCC, turns scrutiny on Bengal Global Business Summit expenses

Kolkata, Jul 4 (UNI) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Saturday said the Bengal government was gradually implementing a series of legal, administrative and infrastructure reforms aimed at strengthening law and order, improving governance and making the state a preferred investment destination. .

#Adhikari vows to pass UCC # turns scrutiny on Bengal Global Business Summit expenses

Court grants CBI custody to Amit Bapna, Ex CFO of Reliance Capital Ltd, in bank fraud case

Mumbai, July 4 (UNI) A special Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court here on Saturday remanded Amit Bapna, the former Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Reliance Capital Ltd, a company that was part of the Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group (ADAG) into CBI custody till July 7 in connection with its investigation into an alleged ₹9,280-crore bank fraud.

#Court grants CBI custody to Amit Bapna # Ex CFO of Reliance Capital Ltd # in bank fraud case

Delhi's growth must be inclusive, sustainable & future-ready: Sandhu

New Delhi, Jul 4 (UNI) Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Sandhu, during a meeting with Delhi Development Authority’s Advisory Council, outlined a vision for a developed Delhi, to ensure that the national capital becomes an environmentally sustainable, inclusive city offering good quality living, along with economic vibrancy.

#Delhi's growth must be inclusive # sustainable & future-ready: Sandhu

BCIC unveils 12-point roadmap as Karnataka eyes next phase of industrial growth

Bengaluru, July 4 (UNI) The Bangalore Chamber of Industry and Commerce (BCIC) on Saturday launched its Golden Jubilee year with an ambitious roadmap to strengthen Karnataka''s global industrial competitiveness, announcing 12 strategic initiatives spanning artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, global partnerships, policy advocacy and workforce development.

#BCIC unveils 12-point roadmap as Karnataka eyes next phase of industrial growth

Eight Education officials suspended over controversial books ‘glorifying separatism’

Srinagar, July 4 (UNI) The Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor''s administration on Saturday suspended eight officials of the School Education Department over alleged lapses in the selection of library books for government schools after two titles were found to contain "highly inappropriate content" related to separatism.

#Eight Education officials suspended over controversial books ‘glorifying separatism’

Mumbai Police bust cyber fraud racket

Mumbai, July 4 (UNI) Mumbai Crime Branch Unit-2 busted a major cyber fraud and money laundering racket linked to online gaming, arresting six people during a raid in Masjid Bunder on Sarturday.

#Mumbai Police bust cyber fraud racket

Defence Industry veteran S.V . Mohindra urges youth to build businesses through innovation

Pune, July 4 (UNI) Young people have immense opportunities in emerging technologies and innovation, and instead of merely seeking jobs, they should focus on creating enterprises powered by new ideas and technology, said veteran defence industry leader S.V. Mohindra.

#Defence Industry veteran S.V . Mohindra urges youth to build businesses through innovation

PM Modi hails enduring India-US friendship in greetings to Trump on America's 250th Independence anniversary

New Delhi, Jul 4 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated US President Donald Trump and the American people on the 250th anniversary of the United States'' Independence, describing the India-US relationship as one founded on shared democratic values and a partnership that serves as a force for global good.

#PM Modi hails enduring India-US friendship in greetings to Trump on America's 250th Independence anniversary

Putin says Russia and US carry 'special responsibility' for maintaining global security in congratulatory message to Trump on US' 250th Independence Day

Moscow, Jul 4 (UNI) Russian President Vladimir Putin said that both Russia and the US bear a "special responsibility" for maintaining global security, as he congratulated US President Donald Trump on the 250th anniversary of American independence.

#Putin says Russia and US carry 'special responsibility' for maintaining global security in congratulatory message to Trump on US' 250th Independence Day

Iranian security establishment refuses Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei's request to attend his father Ali Khamenie's funeral over security concerns

Tehran, Jul 4 (UNI) Iran''s security establishment has reportedly denied Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei''s request to attend the burial of his father and predecessor, Ali Khamenei, amid fears that Israel would either kill him or use his appearance to track down his hiding, according to a report by The New York Times.

#Iranian security establishment refuses Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei's request to attend his father Ali Khamenie's funeral over security concerns

Jharkhand: Bulldozer razes absconding gangster Prince Khan's house in Dhanbad

Dhanbad, July 4 (UNI) Dhanbad Police on Saturday demolished the house of absconding gangster Prince Khan in Wasseypur following a court order, even as Nirsa MLA Arup Chatterjee alleged that he had received extortion demands and death threats from the fugitive criminal.

#Jharkhand: Bulldozer razes absconding gangster Prince Khan's house in Dhanbad

Fight against substance abuse has to be driven by awareness, inter-sectoral convergence: Dr. Virendra Kumar

New Delhi, Jul 4 (UNI) union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar, today stated that the fight against substance abuse has to be driven by awareness, people-centric interventions, inter-sectoral convergence, empathy and shared responsibility.

#Fight against substance abuse has to be driven by awareness # inter-sectoral convergence: Dr. Virendra Kumar

PRU Jammu completes 75 glorious years, stresses role of trusted voices in safeguarding truth

Jammu, Jul 4 (UNI)The Public Relations Unit (PRU), Jammu, has entered its 76th year, reaffirming its commitment to professionalism, integrity and credible communication in support of national security.

#PRU Jammu completes 75 glorious years # stresses role of trusted voices in safeguarding truth

PM Modi launches Rs 7,600-cr Semiconductor facility in Gujarat, calls it milestone in India's chip manufacturing push

New Delhi, Jul 4 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the CG Semi Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) facility at Sanand in Gujarat, hailing it as a landmark achievement in India''s semiconductor journey and a significant step towards strengthening the country''s technological self-reliance and global competitiveness in chip manufacturing.

#PM Modi launches Rs 7 #600-cr Semiconductor facility in Gujarat # calls it milestone in India's chip manufacturing push

England, Australia set for blockbuster women's T20 World Cup final at Lord's T

By Tridib Baparnash
New Delhi, Jul 4 (UNI) The stage is set for another chapter in one of women''s cricket’s greatest rivalries as hosts England take on six-time champions Australia in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 final at Lord''s on Sunday.

#England # Australia set for blockbuster women's T20 World Cup final at Lord's T

H-FAST books 185 food adulteration cases, seizes over 121 tonnes of suspected adulterated products

Hyderabad, Jul 4 (UNI) The Hyderabad Food Administration Safety Teams (H-FAST) have booked 185 food adulteration cases and seized nearly 122 tonnes of suspected adulterated and unsafe food products during extensive enforcement drives conducted across the city over the last 100 days, officials said on Saturday.

#H-FAST books 185 food adulteration cases # seizes over 121 tonnes of suspected adulterated products

Himachal Guv calls for value-based upbringing to combat rising drug abuse among youth

Shimla, July 4 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta on Saturday called for value-based upbringing and stronger family bonds to combat the growing menace of drug abuse among youth, asserting that parents and society have a crucial role in shaping a responsible and culturally rooted generation.

#Himachal Guv calls for value-based upbringing to combat rising drug abuse among youth

Tusker trapped in railway fence rescued in Karnataka

Bengaluru, July 2 (UNI) A wild tusker was rescued after an intense, hours-long operation after it became dangerously trapped in a railway barricade near Arekoppa village in Kanakapura taluk of Bengaluru South (Ramanagara district), along the fringe of the Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary.

#Tusker trapped in railway fence rescued in Karnataka

Extreme heat has turned Fourth of July holiday in US into potential tinderbox

Washington, Jul 4 (UNI) Extreme heat, drought and dangerous fire weather conditions are greatly raising wildfire risks across large swathes of western US ahead of the Fourth of July holiday weekend, prompting evacuation orders, fireworks restrictions and warnings from emergency officials.

#Extreme heat has turned Fourth of July holiday in US into potential tinderbox

UP: Mango buyer-seller meet held at Jan Bhavan; MoUs signed between mango exporters & producers

Lucknow, Jul 4 (UNI) On the second day of the three-day "Uttar Pradesh Mango Festival-2026," organized on the initiative of the Uttar Pradesg government, a "Mango Buyer-Seller Meet" was organized at Jan Bhavan today.

#UP: Mango buyer-seller meet held at Jan Bhavan; MoUs signed between mango exporters & producers

Woman arrested for contract killing of husband in Nagpur

Nagpur, July 4 (UNI): Nagpur Police has cracked the sensational murder of a 45-year-old man in the Bhandewadi area by arresting his wife, who allegedly hired contract killers to eliminate him following prolonged domestic disputes, police said on Saturday.

#Woman arrested for contract killing of husband in Nagpur

Trump says US gave Iran 'a week off' for Khamenei funeral, says Tehran wants to settle

Washington, July 4 (UNI) US President Donald Trump said he had given Iran "a week off" for the funeral ceremonies of slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, while claiming Tehran was eager to reach a settlement with the United States following recent hostilities.

#Trump says US gave Iran 'a week off' for Khamenei funeral # says Tehran wants to settle

Haryana: Police arrest temple theft accused in Gurugram

Panchkula, Jul 4 (UNI) The Haryana Police have arrested a man accused of stealing silver crowns and cash from a temple in Gurugram, recovering three silver crowns and Rs ₹51,210 in cash from his possession, a police spokesperson said today.

#Haryana: Police arrest temple theft accused in Gurugram

FLASH: Monsoon Session of Parliament to be held from July 20 to August 13, says union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju

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#FLASH: Monsoon Session of Parliament to be held from July 20 to August 13 # says union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju

Monsoon Session of Parliament to be held from July 20 to August 13, says Rijiju

New Delhi, Jul 4 (UNI) The Monsoon Session of Parliament will commence on July 20 and continue till August 13, with President Droupadi Murmu approving the government''s recommendation to summon both Houses, union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju announced on Saturday.

#Monsoon Session of Parliament to be held from July 20 to August 13 # says Rijiju

ICC Women's T20 WC: Eng eye home crown, Aus chase seventh

London, July 4 (UNI) England will seek to end a 17-year wait for the ICC Women''s T20 World Cup title on home soil when they take on six-time champions Australia in a blockbuster final at Lord''s on Sunday, with the hosts aiming to reclaim the crown and the defending champions looking to extend their era of global dominance.

#ICC Women's T20 WC: Eng eye home crown # Aus chase seventh

Ram Temple Trust announces 5 point agenda for July 6 meeting over temple donation theft issue

Ayodhya, July 4 (UNI) The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Tirtha Kshetra Trust has announced a 5-point agenda for an urgent meeting in view of the Ram Temple donation theft issue.

#Ram Temple Trust announces 5 point agenda for July 6 meeting over temple donation theft issue

Bihar govt clears 29 industrial projects, approves Rs 6,000 crore investments

Patna, July 4 (UNI) The Bihar government has approved 29 industrial projects and allotted around 37.95 acres of industrial land for their establishment, an official statement said on Saturday.

#Bihar govt clears 29 industrial projects # approves Rs 6 #000 crore investments

Russia's 'West' battlegroup completing capture of Krasny Liman: Defense Ministry

Moscow, July 4 (UNI/Sputnik) Russia''s Zapad (West) battlegroup is completing the capture of the settlement of Krasny Liman (Lyman), head of the Russian General Staff''s Main Operational Directorate Sergei Rudskoy said on Saturday.

#Russia's 'West' battlegroup completing capture of Krasny Liman: Defense Ministry

India's commercial, industrial renewable capacity may triple to 100 GW by 2032: report

New Delhi, July 4 (UNI) India’s commercial and industrial (C&I) renewable energy capacity could more than triple to around 100 GW by 2032 from 32 GW in 2025, while energy storage installations in the segment are expected to rise over tenfold to 31 GWh, according to a report by the India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) and Customized Energy Solutions (CES).

#India's commercial # industrial renewable capacity may triple to 100 GW by 2032: report

Caramelo Studio Launches as India-US MarTech Company with Integrated Marketing for Growing Brands

Trump warns of 'Communist Menace' at Mount Rushmore, links midterm stakes to Republican agenda

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Washington/ New Delhi, July 4 (UNI) US President Donald Trump on Friday (US time) used a speech at Mount Rushmore marking the 250th anniversary of American independence to warn of what he described as a resurgence of communism in the United States, portraying left-wing political movements as a threat to the country''s founding ideals as Republicans intensify their messaging ahead of next year''s midterm elections.

#Trump warns of 'Communist Menace' at Mount Rushmore # links midterm stakes to Republican agenda

Lollypop Design Studio Launches AI Discoverability Platform, Lollypop Spot, to Make Businesses Be Found on AI Search

Smartail and Nexus Innovation Hub Partner to Build the Future of AI-Powered Education from Andhra Pradesh

FlyView Is Coming as an AI-Native Unified Security Platform From Nellore''s Nexus Innovation Hub

IMD warns of heavy rain, gusty winds for Mumbai

Mumbai, July 4 (UNI) The India Meteorological Department on Saturday forecast continuous spells of rain in Mumbai city and suburbs, with heavy to very heavy showers at a few places and possibility of extremely heavy rain at isolated locations.

#IMD warns of heavy rain # gusty winds for Mumbai

IAEA's access to Iranian facilities depends on US-Iran talks: Grossi

Moscow, July 4 (Sputnik/UNI) The International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) access to Iranian facilities depends on negotiations between the United States and Iran, IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi told RIA Novosti.

#IAEA's access to Iranian facilities depends on US-Iran talks: Grossi

Egypt script history with shootout win over Australia

Texas, July 4 (UNI) Egypt scripted history by winning their first-ever FIFA World Cup knockout match, defeating Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a gripping 1-1 draw following extra time in their Round of 32 clash at AT&T Stadium here.

#Egypt script history with shootout win over Australia

Mandaviya calls for stronger industry–youth partnership through MY Bharat Digital Platform

New Delhi, July 3 (UNI) union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya on Friday said India''s demographic dividend can become its greatest strength only when youth are connected with meaningful opportunities through active partnerships between Government and industry.

#Mandaviya calls for stronger industry–youth partnership through MY Bharat Digital Platform

Haryana drug department cracks down on steroid misuse during Police recruitment

Chandigarh, Jul 3 (UNI) Taking serious note of reports that candidates appearing in the ongoing Haryana Police recruitment drive may be misusing anabolic steroids to artificially enhance muscle mass and gain an unfair advantage in physical efficiency tests, the Haryana Food and Drug Administration launched a special enforcement drive in Karnal district. .

#Haryana drug department cracks down on steroid misuse during Police recruitment

I am also waiting for the trailer of 'Love & War': Vicky Kaushal

Mumbai, July 3 (UNI) The excitement surrounding Sanjay Leela Bhansali''s forthcoming magnum opus "Love & War" continues to intensify, with lead actor Vicky Kaushal revealing that he is just as keen as audiences to see the film''s trailer.

#I am also waiting for the trailer of 'Love & War': Vicky Kaushal

Anushka Shetty starrer 'Sheelavathi: The Ghat Queen' to have its world television premiere on July 5

Mumbai, July 3 (UNI) Anushka Shetty''s acclaimed action drama "Sheelavathi: The Ghati Queen" is poised to make its world television premiere on Zee Cinema on Sunday, July 5, at 8 pm, bringing an emotionally charged tale of resilience and justice to audiences across the country.

#Anushka Shetty starrer 'Sheelavathi: The Ghat Queen' to have its world television premiere on July 5

Songs in Gunmaaster G9 will reflect the signature musical identity like our previous collaborations: Aditya Datt

Mumbai, July 3 (UNI) Director Aditya Datt believes the soundtrack of "Gunmaaster G9" will be among its defining strengths, revealing that the film''s first single has the potential to eclipse the enduring popularity of ''Aashiq Banaya Aapne''.

#Songs in Gunmaaster G9 will reflect the signature musical identity like our previous collaborations: Aditya Datt

Swami Sachchidananda calls for a fibal push on Krishna Janmabhoomi

Mathura, July 3 (UNI) Dr. Swami Sachchidananda, the head of the Shri Chitragupta Peeth, has appealed to Sanatanis and saints to unite, stating that the time for court proceedings is over and that steps must be taken for the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi, similar to the Ram Mandir movement.

#Swami Sachchidananda calls for a fibal push on Krishna Janmabhoomi

Delhi Police holds welfare programme for 110 children at Salaam Baalak Trust

New Delhi, Jul 3 (UNI) As part of the Child Safety Awareness Month being observed from July 1 to 30 under the directions of Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu, the North District Police on Friday organised a child welfare and development programme in coordination with the Department of Women & Child Development, GNCTD, at the Salaam Baalak Trust Child Care Centre in Tis Hazari.

#Delhi Police holds welfare programme for 110 children at Salaam Baalak Trust

Bengal: Kunal Ghosh walks out of legislators' orientation, accuses Speakers of aiding TMC split

Kolkata, July 3 (UNI) Trinamool Congress MLA Kunal Ghosh on Friday walked out of a two-day orientation programme for newly elected legislators at the Biswa Bangla Convention Centre in New Town, alleging that the Speakers of the Lok Sabha and the West Bengal Assembly had played roles in facilitating the split of the TMC.

#Bengal: Kunal Ghosh walks out of legislators' orientation # accuses Speakers of aiding TMC split

AP CM inaugurates industrial projects in Kuppam

Chittoor, July 3 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu inaugurated key industrial projects including Rs 200 crore ABIS Proteins Private Limited Greenfield poultry and chicken processing unit and the MSME Park developed by APIIC at Pogurupalle village of Gudupalle mandal of the district on Friday.

#AP CM inaugurates industrial projects in Kuppam

India, France steps up towards strengthening economic partnership focusing on critical minerals, financial cooperation

New Delhi, Jul 3 (UNI) India and France have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening economic and financial ties, with both countries identifying critical minerals, investment, financial sector collaboration and infrastructure as key areas for future cooperation during the India-France Economic and Financial Dialogue (EFD) held in Aix-en-Provence today.

#India # France steps up towards strengthening economic partnership focusing on critical minerals # financial cooperation

Sabalenka tames Ostapenko, sets up Osaka blockbuster at Wimbledon

Wimbledon, July 3 (UNI) World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka overcame a stern examination from hard-hitting Jelena Ostapenko to reach the fourth round of Wimbledon for the fourth time with a 6-4, 6-4 victory on Friday, setting up a blockbuster last-16 clash against Japan''s Naomi Osaka.

#Sabalenka tames Ostapenko # sets up Osaka blockbuster at Wimbledon

ECI asks media officers to combat deepfakes, strengthen trust in electoral process

New Delhi, Jul 3 (UNI) The Election Commission of India on Friday urged its media and communication machinery to play a proactive role in combating misinformation, deepfakes and other misleading content, with Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar asserting that the Commission''s functioning is guided solely by the Constitution and electoral laws.

#ECI asks media officers to combat deepfakes # strengthen trust in electoral process

Centre to summon Meta officials over alleged child sexual abuse ads on Instagram

New Delhi, Jul 3 (UNI) The Centre is to summon officials from Meta over advertisements hosted on Instagram that allegedly promote child sexual abuse, sources said on Friday.

#Centre to summon Meta officials over alleged child sexual abuse ads on Instagram

Millions across US facing blazing heat as Fourth of July holiday kicks off with devastating heatwave

Washington, Jul 3 (UNI) Millions of people across the US East Coast are enduring a severe heatwave as the Independence Day holiday weekend begins, with temperatures reaching levels not seen in some areas for over a decade.

#Millions across US facing blazing heat as Fourth of July holiday kicks off with devastating heatwave

Doctors Should Use Artificial Intelligence Ethically : Dr. Aditi Karad

Pune, July 3 ( UNI) In today''s advanced era, doctors should embrace the use of artificial intelligence. AI is not a replacement for doctors but a powerful assistant, said Dr. Aditi Rahul Karad, Director of Vishwaraj Hospital.

#Doctors Should Use Artificial Intelligence Ethically : Dr. Aditi Karad

MIT-ADT University's Pranjali Suraduse Strikes Gold at National Minigolf Championship

Pune, July 3 (UNI) Pranjali Vinod Suraduse, a student of the MIT School of Bioengineering Sciences and Research at MIT Art, Design and Technology (MIT-ADT) University, delivered an outstanding performance to win a gold medal while representing Maharashtra at the 11th Senior National Minigolf Championship, held from June 25 to 30 at Davra University, Chhattisgarh.

#MIT-ADT University's Pranjali Suraduse Strikes Gold at National Minigolf Championship

Record 1.26 crore Srivari Laddus sold in June, says TTD

Tirumala, Jul 3 (UNI) The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) recorded the highest-ever monthly sale of 1,26,81,805 Srivari Laddu Prasadam in June 2026, driven by a surge in pilgrim footfall and enhanced production to meet the growing demand.

#Record 1.26 crore Srivari Laddus sold in June # says TTD

Dangerous heatwave scorches Europe as France reports 2000 deaths at June’s end

Paris, Jul 3 (UNI) France has reported more than 2,000 additional deaths during the final week of June as a record-breaking heatwave swept across Europe, prompting fresh warnings that another spell of extreme temperatures is set to hit large parts of the continent in the coming days.

#Dangerous heatwave scorches Europe as France reports 2000 deaths at June’s end

Delhi:Police claims credit for Okhla food tampering bust after NHRC-led raid sparks action

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New Delhi, Jul 3 (UNI) A day after a raid was reportedly conducted by NHRC member Priyank Kanoongo, along with officials from other government agencies, at a factory in South East Delhi''s Okhla area that uncovered an organised syndicate involved in illegally repackaging expired international branded food products by altering their manufacturing and expiry dates before supplying them across India, the Delhi Police today claimed that it had busted the racket.

#Delhi:Police claims credit for Okhla food tampering bust after NHRC-led raid sparks action

Manipur: 'One blood, one tree' campaign sees enthusiastic participation

Imphal, Jul 3 (UNI) In a unique blend of environmental conservation and humanitarian service, Ningol Van Initiative, aimed at strengthening community participation in forest conservation, has been taken up in Manipur.

#Manipur: 'One blood # one tree' campaign sees enthusiastic participation

HMWSSB reviews Japanese Bio-Lace pilot project for sustainable nala treatment

Hyderabad, July 3 (UNI) Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) Managing Director K Ashok Reddy on Friday reviewed the performance of India''s first pilot project using Japan''s Bio-Lace technology for treating polluted nala water and said the initiative had yielded encouraging results in improving water quality.

#HMWSSB reviews Japanese Bio-Lace pilot project for sustainable nala treatment

Bhagwat calls for strong, glorious India to lead world

Nagpur, July 3 (UNI): Stressing that India has a larger responsibility towards humanity, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Friday said the country must emerge as a nation of "supreme glory and supreme strength" on the basis of its civilisational values to effectively guide the world.

#Bhagwat calls for strong # glorious India to lead world

Arunachal: Accused in viral Nirjuli sexual harassment case arrested after interstate hunt

Itanagar, July 3 (UNI) Arunachal Pradesh’s Nirjuli Police has arrested a 26-year-old man in connection with a case of alleged sexual harassment and outraging the modesty of a woman, after conducting an operation in neighbouring Assam.

#Arunachal: Accused in viral Nirjuli sexual harassment case arrested after interstate hunt

Trump says Iran has ‘agreed to just about everything’ US needs in ongoing negotiations

Tehran, Jul 3 (UNI) US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he believes Iran has “agreed to just about everything we need” as negotiations continue between Washington and Tehran for reaching a comprehensive accord.

#Trump says Iran has ‘agreed to just about everything’ US needs in ongoing negotiations

Odisha Congress to launch sustained agitation against corruption under BJP government: Lalji Desai

Bhubaneswar, July 3 (UNI) All India Congress Committee (AICC) Odisha in-charge Lalji Desai on Friday announced that the Congress would launch sustained statewide agitations against every alleged instance of corruption under the BJP government in Odisha.

#Odisha Congress to launch sustained agitation against corruption under BJP government: Lalji Desai

3 students injured in school van, Aapli Bus collision in Nagpur

Nagpur, July 3 (UNI): Three school students sustained minor injuries after a school van collided with a Nagpur Municipal Corporation-operated ''Aapli Bus'' at Panchsheel Chowk in Maharashtra''s Nagpur on Friday morning, police said.

#3 students injured in school van # Aapli Bus collision in Nagpur

Fadnavis pushes higher conviction rate in SC/ST Atrocities Cases

Nagpur/Mumbai, July 3 (UNI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday directed officials to take concrete steps to improve the conviction rate in cases registered under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, stressing the need for a stronger prosecution system to ensure justice for victims.

#Fadnavis pushes higher conviction rate in SC/ST Atrocities Cases

Nagaland guv stresses cooperatives’ role for inclusive growth

Dimapur, July 3 (UNI) Calling for a future-ready cooperative sector, Nagaland Governor Nand Kishore Yadav on Friday stressed the role of cooperatives for inclusive growth, focusing on the state’s potential in dairy, fisheries, piggery, handloom and handicrafts, and organic agriculture.

#Nagaland guv stresses cooperatives’ role for inclusive growth

Durand Cup begins on July 25 with blockbuster Kolkata derby

Guwahati, July 3 (UNI) The 135th edition of the Durand Cup will begin with Indian football''s biggest rivalry as Mohun Bagan Super Giant take on East Bengal FC in the opening match at Kolkata''s Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on July 25.

#Durand Cup begins on July 25 with blockbuster Kolkata derby

AI will not replace Doctors, but Doctors using AI will lead future healthcare: D Nageshwar Reddy

Hyderabad, July 3 (UNI) Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to make healthcare more accessible, affordable and efficient, but it should complement rather than replace doctors, AIG Hospitals Chairman Dr D Nageshwar Reddy said on Friday while delivering the 16th Foundation Day Lecture at the ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education.

#AI will not replace Doctors # but Doctors using AI will lead future healthcare: D Nageshwar Reddy

Karnataka braces for drought, CM urges cautious sowing

Bengaluru, July 3 (UNI) Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Friday appealed to farmers not to cultivate water-intensive crops or depend on reservoir water for irrigation, warning that the state is staring at a possible severe drought as inflows into major reservoirs have fallen drastically and rainfall remains below normal.

#Karnataka braces for drought # CM urges cautious sowing

Ruckus at Bengal Congress office over former TMC councillor's proposed induction

Kolkata, July 3 (UNI) The West Bengal Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) headquarters in Kolkata on Friday proposed the induction of former Trinamool Congress councillor and borough chairperson Rehana Khatun, triggering strong protests from a section of party workers.

#Ruckus at Bengal Congress office over former TMC councillor's proposed induction

Meghalaya honeymoon murder case: SC seeks accused wife’s response on State plea for bail cancellation

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New Delhi, Jul 3 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Friday sought the response of Sonam Raghuvanshi, accused of conspiring to murder her husband, Raja Raghuvanshi, during their honeymoon in Meghalaya last year, on a plea by the Meghalaya government challenging the bail granted to her by the trial court and subsequently upheld by the State High Court.

#Meghalaya honeymoon murder case: SC seeks accused wife’s response on State plea for bail cancellation

BJP to give rousing welcome to party president Nitin Nabin on his maiden visit to Lucknow

Lucknow, Jul 3 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh BJP will give a rousing welcome to party national president Nitin Nabin on his first visit to Lucknow on Saturday.

#BJP to give rousing welcome to party president Nitin Nabin on his maiden visit to Lucknow

AP is emerging as India’s steel powerhouse: AP CM

Kadapa, July 3 (UNI) Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has said Andhra Pradesh is going to emerge as India''s next steel powerhouse with major investments from JSW Steel, ArcelorMittal and the revival of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant.

#AP is emerging as India’s steel powerhouse: AP CM

Mumbai rains cause waterlogging as IMD issues Orange warning; Man dies after falling into open manhole

Mumbai, July 3 (UNI) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday issued an Orange Warning for Mumbai and neighbouring districts, forecasting moderate to intense spells of rain at isolated places over the next three hours, as torrential monsoon showers disrupted normal life across the city with widespread waterlogging and closure of major subways.

#Mumbai rains cause waterlogging as IMD issues Orange warning; Man dies after falling into open manhole

Exodus continues as one more ex-Minister breaks ranks with AIADMK

Chennai, July 3 (UNI) The growing exodus in the main opposition AIADMK continued on Friday with one more former Minister S.Vaigaiselvan resigning from the party, after launching a broadside against its General Secretary, Edappadi K Palaniswami.

#Exodus continues as one more ex-Minister breaks ranks with AIADMK

Ind vs Eng 2nd T20I: Samson under scanner as Sooryavanshi pushes for debut on Saturday

New Delhi, Jul 3 (UNI) An off-colour Sanju Samson will be under pressure to deliver when India face England in the second T20I at Old Trafford in Manchester tomorrow, with teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi waiting in the wings.

#Ind vs Eng 2nd T20I: Samson under scanner as Sooryavanshi pushes for debut on Saturday

Cyberabad Police rescue kidnapped one-month-old baby, bust interstate child trafficking racket

Hyderabad, July 3 (UNI) Chandanagar Police of Cyberabad Commissionerate have rescued a one-month-old baby girl allegedly kidnapped from her mother near Lingampally Railway Station and arrested five members of an interstate child trafficking racket, police said on Friday.

#Cyberabad Police rescue kidnapped one-month-old baby # bust interstate child trafficking racket

Bhongir MP Kiran Kumar advocates gender-just governance at Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum

Manila (Philippines), July 3 (UNI) Bhongir Lok Sabha MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy participated in the Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum in Manila and called for gender-just governance, stressing that women''s empowerment is essential for social justice, inclusive governance, a stronger democracy and sustainable economic development.

#Bhongir MP Kiran Kumar advocates gender-just governance at Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum

Dy CM Bhatti accuses BRS of leaving Telangana with Rs 8.21 lakh crore debt

Hyderabad, July 3 (UNI) Telangana Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Bhatti Vikramarka on Friday accused the previous BRS government of pushing the state into a debt trap of Rs 8.21 lakh crore and challenged former Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR) to a public debate on the state''s finances.

#Dy CM Bhatti accuses BRS of leaving Telangana with Rs 8.21 lakh crore debt

Spain boss Luis de la Fuente demands more after Austria win

Los Angeles, July 3 (UNI) Head coach Luis de la Fuente described Spain''s 3-0 win over Austria .

#Spain boss Luis de la Fuente demands more after Austria win

Odisha signs MoUs with four state corporations to boost agriculture & farmer welfare

Bhubaneswar, July 3 (UNI) Odisha Government on Friday signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with four state-run corporations for the financial year 2026-27 to accelerate agricultural development and enhance farmers'' welfare across the state.

#Odisha signs MoUs with four state corporations to boost agriculture & farmer welfare

Ashoka alleges SIR misuse to enrol illegal Bangladeshi immigrants, to move EC with evidence

Bengaluru, July 3 (UNI) Escalating the political battle over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, Karnataka Leader of the Opposition R Ashoka on Friday alleged that the Congress government was facilitating the enrolment of illegal Bangladeshi immigrants as voters through large-scale violations of the Election Commission''s verification process, and said he would submit documentary evidence to the Election Commission of India seeking criminal action against those responsible.

#Ashoka alleges SIR misuse to enrol illegal Bangladeshi immigrants # to move EC with evidence

Haryana police arrest accused for diverting over 10 tonnes of iron scrap

Panchkula, July 3 (UNI) Haryana Police has arrested a man for allegedly orchestrating a transport booking fraud that led to the misappropriation and sale of more than 10 tonnes of iron scrap worth several lakh rupees.

#Haryana police arrest accused for diverting over 10 tonnes of iron scrap

Zydus signs MoU with Apollo Hosp to expand access to MCD test 'Shield' in India

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Chennai, July 3 (UNI) Zydus Lifesciences Ltd. (Zydus), an innovation driven global lifesciences company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Apollo Hospitals to expand access to Multi-Cancer Detection (MCD) test "Shield" in India.

#Zydus signs MoU with Apollo Hosp to expand access to MCD test 'Shield' in India

T’gama Dy CM Bhatti challenges KCR to public debate on Telangana debt, accuses BRS of financial mismanagement

Hyderabad, July 3 (UNI) Telangana Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu on Friday challenged BRS president and former Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR) to a public debate on the state''s finances, alleging that the previous BRS government had burdened Telangana with liabilities of Rs 8.21 lakh crore through borrowings, government guarantees and unpaid dues.

#T’gama Dy CM Bhatti challenges KCR to public debate on Telangana debt # accuses BRS of financial mismanagement

SGPC seeks FIR against Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann, alleges viral video hurt Sikh religious sentiments

Chandigarh, July 3 (UNI) A delegation of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) on Friday met Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav and demanded the registration of an FIR against Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann over a viral video that it alleged had hurt the religious sentiments of the Sikh community.

#SGPC seeks FIR against Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann # alleges viral video hurt Sikh religious sentiments

Allahabad HC refuse to intervene into ATS probe in Madrasas in UP

Prayagraj, July 3 (UNI) The Allahabad High Court has dismissed a petition challenging the Anti Terrorist Squad (ATS) investigation into madrasas in Uttar Pradesh.

#Allahabad HC refuse to intervene into ATS probe in Madrasas in UP

Civil Court restrains suspended JKCA president from acting on behalf of Assn, stays SGM

Jammu, July 3 (UNI) The Court of the Learned Sub Judge and Special Mobile Magistrate, Jammu, in the suit filed against former President Javed Ahmad Kitab has stayed the operation of the impugned notice of June 25 wherein the former president had called for a special general meeting.

#Civil Court restrains suspended JKCA president from acting on behalf of Assn # stays SGM

PM Modi to visit Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand from July 6-11; Address mega diaspora event in Melbourne

New Delhi, Jul 3 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a six-day visit to three Indo-Pacific nations—Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand—from July 6 to July 11.

#PM Modi to visit Indonesia # Australia # New Zealand from July 6-11; Address mega diaspora event in Melbourne

‘Jammu On Wheels’: Admin, JSCL jointly introduce ‘Raahi: Hop Jammu’ bus service for tourists

Jammu, July 3 (UNI) In a first of its kind initiative to attract tourists and people of Jammu to the various tourist destinations and exploring ''Jammu on Wheels'', the Jammu district administration, in collaboration with the Jammu Smart City Limited (JSCL), has introduced the ‘Raahi: Hop Jammu’ bus service for the visitors.

#‘Jammu On Wheels’: Admin # JSCL jointly introduce ‘Raahi: Hop Jammu’ bus service for tourists

Haryana to showcase India's 8,000-year-old legacy through world-class Rakhigarhi museum & interpretation centre

Chandigarh, July 3 (UNI) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Friday directed officials to develop a world-class Site Museum and Interpretation Centre at the ancient archaeological site of Rakhigarhi, saying the project should emerge as a global symbol of India''s rich civilizational heritage while offering visitors an immersive experience of one of the world''s oldest urban settlements.

#Haryana to showcase India's 8 #000-year-old legacy through world-class Rakhigarhi museum & interpretation centre

BJP National president on maiden J&K visit on Jul 6, 7; to discuss political scenario, address rally

Jammu, July 3 (UNI)The Bhartiya Janata Party national president Nitin Nabin, who will be on his two-day maiden visit to Jammu and Kashmir on July 6 and 7, will be holding threadbare discussions on the prevailing political situation in Jammu and Kashmir with the party leaders, MLAs and other functionaries.

#BJP National president on maiden J&K visit on Jul 6 # 7; to discuss political scenario # address rally

40 killed, 8 injured after bus plunges into ravine in SW Pakistan

Islamabad, July 3 (UNI) At least 40 people were killed and 8 others injured after a passenger bus plunged into a deep ravine in the Sherani district of Pakistan''s southwestern Balochistan province on Friday, provincial government officials said.
Assistant to the Balochistan Chief Minister for Political and Media Affairs, Shahid Rind, said that the death toll rose after several of the injured succumbed to their injuries while being transported to hospitals and undergoing treatment.

#40 killed # 8 injured after bus plunges into ravine in SW Pakistan

Trump slams "one sided" relationship with NATO as "rediculous"

Washington, July 3 (UNI) U.S. President Donald Trump has said that it is "ridiculous" for the United States to maintain what he described as a "one sided" relationship with NATO.
"Ridiculous for the U.S.A. to continue along this one sided path when the relationship (with NATO) is not reciprocal," Trump wrote on Truth Social on Thursday.

#Trump slams "one sided" relationship with NATO as "rediculous"

Arunachal Minister urges Gadkari to entrust Akajan–Likabali–Bame strategic road project to BRO

Itanagar, July 3 (UNI) Arunachal Pradesh Minister Kento Jini has urged union Road Transport & Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari to entrust the implementation and maintenance of the Akajan–Likabali–Bame Strategic Road Project to the Border Roads Organisation (BRO).

#Arunachal Minister urges Gadkari to entrust Akajan–Likabali–Bame strategic road project to BRO

Explosion at central Damascus cafe kills 9, injures 20

Damascus, July 3 (UNI) The death toll from an explosion inside a cafe in central Damascus has risen to nine, while the injuries have surged to 20, Syria''s interior authorities said Thursday night in a statement. .

#Explosion at central Damascus cafe kills 9 # injures 20

24 killed, 20 injured after bus plunges into ravine in SW Pakistan

Islamabad, July 3 (UNI) At least 24 people were killed and 20 others injured after a passenger bus plunged into a deep ravine in the Sherani district of Pakistan''s southwestern Balochistan province on Friday, local officials said. .

#24 killed # 20 injured after bus plunges into ravine in SW Pakistan

PM Modi to launch Rs 1.06 lakh crore development push in Rajasthan, inaugurate semiconductor facility in Gujarat on Saturday

New Delhi, July 3 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will undertake a day-long visit to Rajasthan and Gujarat on Saturday, launching and inaugurating a series of major infrastructure and industrial projects aimed at strengthening India''s aviation, energy, urban transport, renewable energy and semiconductor sectors.

#PM Modi to launch Rs 1.06 lakh crore development push in Rajasthan #inaugurate semiconductor facility in Gujarat on Saturday

Russian Embassy in Sweden reports drone attacks

Helsinki, July 3 (UNI) The Russian Embassy in Sweden has said that two drones had hit its mission in Stockholm at around 2 a.m. local time (0000 GMT). .

#Russian Embassy in Sweden reports drone attacks

HP: Strict action against unauthorised parking on NHs: vehicles to be removed using cranes in Una

Una, July 3 (UNI) Strict action will now be taken against those parking vehicles illegally on national highways.

#HP: Strict action against unauthorised parking on NHs: vehicles to be removed using cranes in Una

Rajkumar Hirani to carry forward musical tradition with 'Pritam and Pedro'

Mumbai, Jul 2 (UNI) Music has long been an integral part of Rajkumar Hirani''s storytelling, and the acclaimed filmmaker is set to carry that creative signature forward with his upcoming series "Pritam and Pedro".

#Rajkumar Hirani to carry forward musical tradition with 'Pritam and Pedro'

Customs seize gold worth ₹70.66 lakh from Melbourne passenger at Amritsar airport; accused arrested

Chandigarh, July 2 (UNI) Customs officials at Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport in Amritsar have foiled another alleged gold smuggling attempt by seizing 484 grams of 24-carat gold from an international passenger who arrived from Melbourne via Kuala Lumpur, officials said on Thursday.

#Customs seize gold worth ₹70.66 lakh from Melbourne passenger at Amritsar airport; accused arrested

Aerem Finance, Minus CO2 install 240 kW rooftop solar at Pune housing society

Pune, Jul 2 (UNI) Aerem, a climate-focused solar financing and solutions company, has financed a 240kilowatt (kW) rooftop solar power plant for a large eight-wing residential housing society in Pune, helping the community significantly reduce common area electricity bills and move toward a low-carbon, EV-ready future.

#Aerem Finance # Minus CO2 install 240 kW rooftop solar at Pune housing society

AP: Ex-CM Jagan Reddy assures justice to Kranthi Kumar's family

Vijayawada, July 2 (UNI) Former Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy visited the residence of Kranthi Kumar at Krishna Lanka here on Thursday and assured his bereaved family that the YSR Congress Party would stand firmly by them and fight until justice is delivered. .

#AP: Ex-CM Jagan Reddy assures justice to Kranthi Kumar's family

Ketan Agrawal Murder Case: Police conduct spot inspections at locations; Lie detector test for Main accused likely

Pune, July 2 (UNI) The investigation into the alleged murder of young businessman Ketan Agrawal has entered an interesting phase with Pune Rural Police conducting spot inspections and panchnamas around the hilltop Lohagad fort from where he is suspected to have been pushed into a gorge on June 18.

#Ketan Agrawal Murder Case: Police conduct spot inspections at locations; Lie detector test for Main accused likely

Kangra Child Welfare Committee seeks RTO report on overcrowding, safety norms in school buses

Dharamshala, Jul 2 (UNI) Taking serious note of reports of overcrowding in school buses and alleged laxity in observance of safety standards, the District Child Welfare Committee (CWC), Kangra, has sought a detailed compliance report from the Regional Transport Officers (RTOs) of Dharamshala and Dehra.

#Kangra Child Welfare Committee seeks RTO report on overcrowding # safety norms in school buses

Nine years of GST: Industry sees gains in formalisation and efficiency, MSMEs call for simpler compliance

New Delhi, Jul 2 (UNI) As the Goods and Services Tax (GST) completes nine years, industry leaders say the landmark tax reform has significantly transformed India''s business landscape by driving formalisation, improving supply chain efficiency and enhancing transparency. However, they believe the next phase of reforms should focus on easing compliance requirements and addressing working capital challenges faced by micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).

#Nine years of GST: Industry sees gains in formalisation and efficiency # MSMEs call for simpler compliance

Centre sanctions 74,212 rural houses, ₹422-crore roads package for Andhra Pradesh: Shivraj Singh

Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh), July 2 (UNI) union Minister for Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday announced a slew of rural development initiatives for Andhra Pradesh, including the sanction of 74,212 houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G) and 146 roads and 19 bridges worth over ₹422 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY)-IV.

#Centre sanctions 74 #212 rural houses # ₹422-crore roads package for Andhra Pradesh: Shivraj Singh

Iranian hardliners up ante of protest against recent MOU with US, accuse Ghalif and Pezeshkian of committing 'coup'

Tehran, Jul 2 (UNI) Iran''s ultra-hardline factions have further intensified their opposition to the recent US-Iran memorandum of understanding and accused Parliament Speaker and chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, along with President Masoud Pezeshkian of committing "coup" against the policies of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

#Iranian hardliners up ante of protest against recent MOU with US # accuse Ghalif and Pezeshkian of committing 'coup'

India must prioritise green growth, circular economy for sustainable future: Yadav

New Delhi, Jul 2 (UNI) India must focus on green growth, robust infrastructure, transparent governance, and a circular economy for long-term sustainable development, said Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav during a meeting in Delhi on Thursday.

#India must prioritise green growth # circular economy for sustainable future: Yadav

AP brings industry into the classroom with employer-designed University Curriculum (With MS 42)

Tirupati, July 2 (UNI) In a significant departure from the traditional university model, Andhra Pradesh on Thursday unveiled a new approach to higher education where industry will play a direct role in designing academic curriculum, ensuring students graduate with the skills employer’s need in an AI-driven economy.

#AP brings industry into the classroom with employer-designed University Curriculum (With MS 42)

Five more people die from measles-like symptoms in Bangladesh in 24hrs taking total confirmed and suspected measles deaths to 724

Dhaka, Jul 2 (UNI) Five more people died from measles-like symptoms within 24 hours on Thursday, raising Bangladesh’s combined total of confirmed and suspected measles-related deaths this year to 724, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).

#Five more people die from measles-like symptoms in Bangladesh in 24hrs taking total confirmed and suspected measles deaths to 724

NU scholar attends UN indigenous youth conference in Nepal

Dimapur, July 2 (UNI) Nagaland University research scholar Repakaba Tzudir has represented the university at the United Nations World Indigenous Youth Conference 2026 held in Kathmandu recently.
The conference was co-organised by the Youth Federation of Indigenous Nationalities (YFIN), Nepal and the National Youth Council (NYC), Nepal under the theme, "Our Roots, Our Rights, Our Leadership: Collective Indigenous Movement for Self-Determination" bringing together nearly 150 Indigenous youth leaders, activists, academics and community representatives from across Asia.

#NU scholar attends UN indigenous youth conference in Nepal

Maha: BJP hits back at Sanjay Raut, says ‘Operation Lotus' impossible even in 100 lifetimes

Mumbai, Jul 2 (UNI) Maharashtra BJP Chief Spokesperson Navnath Ban today launched a scathing attack on Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut, dismissing his claims about "Operation Lotus" and asserting that the BJP remains firmly rooted in its nationalist ideology.

#Maha: BJP hits back at Sanjay Raut # says ‘Operation Lotus' impossible even in 100 lifetimes

Maha Govt grants Y-Plus security to Congress MLA Sajid Pathan after fresh death threat

Mumbai, Jul 2 (UNI) The Maharashtra government on Thursday announced that Congress MLA Sajid Pathan will receive Y-plus security within 24 hours after he allegedly received a fresh extortion and death threat.

#Maha Govt grants Y-Plus security to Congress MLA Sajid Pathan after fresh death threat

Devotees throng Alarnath Temple during Anasara as Jagannath darshan remains suspended in Puri

Puri, July 2 (UNI) Hundreds of devotees, undeterred by inclement weather, are thronging the Alarnath Temple at Brahmagiri, about 23 km west of Puri towards Chilika Lake, to offer prayers to Lord Alarnath and partake of the temple''s famed Kheer Prasad.

#Devotees throng Alarnath Temple during Anasara as Jagannath darshan remains suspended in Puri

Telangana cabinet approves 6,278 health posts, free meals for students & staff, Rs 7,345 cr Musi Project

Hyderabad, July 2 (UNI) The Telangana Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, on Thursday approved a series of welfare, infrastructure and healthcare initiatives, including the creation of 6,278 posts in the Health Department, extension of free meals to students and school staff, and the Rs 7,345-crore first phase of the Musi Riverfront Development Project.

#Telangana cabinet approves 6 #278 health posts # free meals for students & staff # Rs 7

Plastic pollution is a human-made global challenge causing serious environmental threat

Patna, July 2 (UNI) Calling for greater public participation in reducing the use of plastic bags, Bihar Legislative Assembly Speaker Prem Kumar on Thursday said that plastic pollution is a human-made global challenge that poses a serious threat to the environment, biodiversity and human health.

#Plastic pollution is a human-made global challenge causing serious environmental threat

India, Japan Chart Future-Focused Partnership with 16 Strategic Initiatives Across AI, Energy and Critical Technologies

New Delhi, Jul 2 (UNI) India and Japan on Thursday charted an ambitious future-oriented agenda for their Special Strategic and Global Partnership by announcing a 16-point package of initiatives spanning artificial intelligence, economic security, clean energy, critical minerals, mobility, pharmaceuticals and scientific research following talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Premier Sanae Takaichi.

#India # Japan Chart Future-Focused Partnership with 16 Strategic Initiatives Across AI # Energy and Critical Technologies

Maha; BMC suspends 4 officials, blacklists contractor for Mumbai manhole death

Mumbai, Jul 2 (UNI) Following the tragic death of a 55-year-old man who died after falling into an open manhole at Khairani Road in Kurla-Sakinaka stretch, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has suspended four officials and blacklisted the contractor, civic officials said here today.

#Maha; BMC suspends 4 officials # blacklists contractor for Mumbai manhole death

US and Pakistan-Qatari mediators claim constructive progress made in Washington’s talks with Iran regarding Strait of Hormuz

Washington/Tehran, Jul 2 (UNI) US President Donald Trump and mediators from Pakistan and Qatar have maintained that tangible progress has been made in Washington’s talks with Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz since the two sides signed a memorandum of understanding on June 18 that extended their ceasefire and launched a 60-day negotiating process.

#US and Pakistan-Qatari mediators claim constructive progress made in Washington’s talks with Iran regarding Strait of Hormuz

TGSRTC suspends JBM electric bus services pending safety clearance

Hyderabad, July 2 (UNI) The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) has temporarily suspended the operation of all JBM electric buses across the state, placing passenger safety above all else following recurring high-voltage battery-related incidents.

#TGSRTC suspends JBM electric bus services pending safety clearance

AP: Rear Admiral C. Raghuram assumes charge as CMD of Hindustan Shipyard

Visakhapatnam, Jul 2 (UNI) Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) today announced that retired Rear Admiral C. Raghuram has assumed charge as its Chairman and Managing Director (CMD).

#AP: Rear Admiral C. Raghuram assumes charge as CMD of Hindustan Shipyard

Nine policemen sentenced to life imprisonment in 2011 Washim custodial death case

Washim, July 2 (UNI): In a landmark verdict, a district sessions court in Maharashtra''s Washim on Thursday sentenced nine police personnel, including Madhav Manikrao Dhande , the then officer-in-charge of Risod police station, to life imprisonment in connection with the 2011 custodial death of a man identified as Begya Pawar.

#Nine policemen sentenced to life imprisonment in 2011 Washim custodial death case

Kerala Tourism's Onam Fest to Begin on August 24

Thiruvananthapuram, July 2 (UNI) Kerala Tourism''s week-long Onam Tourism Week Celebrations will be held from August 24 to 30, with a grand state-level inaugural ceremony in Thiruvananthapuram and a renewed focus on showcasing the state''s rich traditional art forms to domestic and international visitors.

#Kerala Tourism's Onam Fest to Begin on August 24

Rotary donates mobile oral cancer care bus unit to SRDCH

Chennai, July 2 (UNI) The Rotary Club of Adyar in association with Fourrts India Laboratories Pvt. Ltd. has donated a Mobile Oral Cancer Care Bus worth Rs.60 lakhs to Sri Ramachandra Dental College and Hospital (SRDCH).

#Rotary donates mobile oral cancer care bus unit to SRDCH

Saints & Masters acquires Xencia, eyes Rs 1,000-crore Microsoft cloud business

Kochi, July 2 (UNI) Global technology advisory and execution firm Saints & Masters (S&M) has acquired Bengaluru-based Xencia Technology Solutions, strengthening its Microsoft cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities as it targets more than ₹1,000 crore in revenue from its Microsoft Cloud business over the next few years.

#Saints & Masters acquires Xencia # eyes Rs 1 #000-crore Microsoft cloud business

PM Modi sets ambitious targets for India-Japan economic partnership, highlights cooperation in AI and defence

New Delhi, Jul 2 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said India and Japan have set an ambitious roadmap to deepen their Special Strategic and Global Partnership, including a target of attracting 10 trillion yen in Japanese investment into India over the next decade and doubling the number of Japanese companies operating in the country.

#PM Modi sets ambitious targets for India-Japan economic partnership # highlights cooperation in AI and defence

Japan''s Mogami offer: Strategic leap or diversion from indigenous naval project?
Jayanta Roy Chowdhury
New Delhi, July 2 (UNI) Japan has pitched for a complete transfer of design and production rights of its cutting-edge Mogami-class stealth frigate to India in a bid to sell the technology to its most consequential strategic partner in Asia.
#Japan''''s Mogami offer: Strategic leap or diversion from indigenous naval project?

Hyd: Transparency lacking in SIR, civil society must question it: Social analyst Parakala Prabhakar

Hyderabad, Jul 2 (UNI) Economist, author and social analyst Parakala Prabhakar on Thursday called on civil society and intellectuals to question what he described as the lack of transparency, accountability and policy shortcomings in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

#Hyd: Transparency lacking in SIR # civil society must question it: Social analyst Parakala Prabhakar

H-NEW busts nationwide Ganja syndicate using speed post; mastermind arrested

Hyderabad, July 2 (UNI) The Hyderabad Narcotics Enforcement Wing (H-NEW) has busted a major interstate ganja trafficking syndicate that used Speed Post and courier services to deliver cannabis across the country, arresting its key mastermind, Satyam Misra of Jharkhand.

#H-NEW busts nationwide Ganja syndicate using speed post; mastermind arrested

Lawyers march in Ayodhya, file complaint against Champat Rai in Ram Temple donation case; Trust meet on July 6

Ayodhya, July 2 (UNI) The controversy surrounding alleged irregularities in donations at the Ram Temple continued to escalate on Thursday, as hundreds of lawyers marched to the Civil Lines police station in Ayodhya demanding action against members of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust.

#Lawyers march in Ayodhya # file complaint against Champat Rai in Ram Temple donation case; Trust meet on July 6

Mumbai Police bust fake Air India job call centre in Dehradun; 11 Held

Mumbai, July 2 (UNI) A fake call centre duping people by promising jobs with Air India, was busted by Mumbai Police with 11 accused arrested from Dehradun, officials said on Thursday.

#Mumbai Police bust fake Air India job call centre in Dehradun; 11 Held

Iran's central military command warns all oil vessels transiting Strait of Hormuz must use routes authorised by Tehran

Tehran, Jul 2 (UNI) Iran''s central military command, the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters (KCHQ), has warned that all oil tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz must use routes approved by Tehran or face what it described as an "immediate and forceful response," amid rising tensions over one of the world''s most strategically important waterways.

#Iran's central military command warns all oil vessels transiting Strait of Hormuz must use routes authorised by Tehran

Retired IAS officer Pradeep Kumar sent to judicial custody in HSPCB investment case

Neeraj Bali
Chandigarh, July 2 (UNI) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday produced retired IAS officer Pradeep Kumar, who was arrested in connection with the alleged irregular investment of Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB) funds, before a Special CBI Court in Panchkula after the completion of his two-day custodial remand. The court remanded him to judicial custody.

#Retired IAS officer Pradeep Kumar sent to judicial custody in HSPCB investment case

Iranian military commander warns US-Israel against conducting amid preparations for state funeral of Ali Khamenei

Tehran, Jul 2 (UNI) An Iranian military commander has warned the US and Israel against conducting any new military action as the country prepares for holding the state funeral of the slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in Israeli airstrikes on February 28 at the start of the war.

#Iranian military commander warns US-Israel against conducting amid preparations for state funeral of Ali Khamenei

US could resume military action if Iran if Iran ceasefire collapses: JD Vance

Washington, Jul 2 (UNI) US Vice President JD Vance said on Thursday the United States could resume military action against Iran if a 60-day ceasefire collapsed without a peace agreement, warning Tehran against rebuilding its nuclear programme or threatening international shipping.

#US could resume military action if Iran if Iran ceasefire collapses: JD Vance

US VP JD Vance warns Iranian actions perceived as threatening to Washington could lead to resumption of hostilities

Washington, Jul 2 (UNI) US Vice President JD Vance said negotiations with Iran in Doha are progressing positively but warned that military action remains an option if Tehran fails to meet Washington''s expectations.

#US VP JD Vance warns Iranian actions perceived as threatening to Washington could lead to resumption of hostilities

Spain confident but not complacent ahead of Austria clash: De la Fuente

Los Angeles, July 2 (UNI) Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente said his team is growing in confidence ahead of their FIFA World Cup round-of-32 match against Austria, while warning
that there is no room for complacency in knockout football.
Spain will face Austria in Los Angeles on Thursday after finishing top of Group H, while Austria advanced as Group J runners-up.

#Spain confident but not complacent ahead of Austria clash: De la Fuente

Russia launches massive missile, drone attack on Kyiv, killing at least 18

Moscow/Kyiv, Jul 2 (UNI) Russia launched one of its largest air assaults in recent months on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv overnight, killing at least 18 people and injuring more than 80, Ukrainian officials said on Thursday, as waves of drones and missiles struck residential districts and other civilian infrastructure across the city.

#Russia launches massive missile # drone attack on Kyiv # killing at least 18

Incuspaze names Hyderabad South India hub, targets Rs 1,000 cr revenue ahead of FY29 IPO

Hyderabad, July 2 (UNI) Flexible workspace solutions provider Incuspaze announced on Thursday that Hyderabad would be its strategic hub for South India, following a funding round in which it raised Rs 150 crore, led by Bharat Value Fund and other financial institutions.

#Incuspaze names Hyderabad South India hub # targets Rs 1 #000 cr revenue ahead of FY29 IPO

India, Japan inaugurate Maruti Suzuki's Rs 35,000-cr Kharkhoda plant, reinforcing 'Make in India' manufacturing push

New Delhi, Jul 2 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Thursday virtually inaugurated Maruti Suzuki India''s Rs 35,000-crore automobile manufacturing facility at IMT Kharkhoda in Haryana, marking a major milestone in the India-Japan industrial partnership and providing fresh momentum to the country''s "Make in India, Make for the World" manufacturing vision.

#India # Japan inaugurate Maruti Suzuki's Rs 35 #000-cr Kharkhoda plant # reinforcing 'Make in India' manufacturing push

Food A’Fair 2026 opens at HITEX, showcasing South India's food and beverage industry

Hyderabad, July 2 (UNI) The third edition of Food A''Fair 2026, South India''s premier trade fair for the food, beverage and allied industries, commenced at the HITEX Exhibition Centre, Madhapur, on Thursday, bringing together stakeholders from across the food value chain.

#Food A’Fair 2026 opens at HITEX # showcasing South India's food and beverage industry

Maha: Fifteen school students injured as 2 ST buses collide in Ratnagiri,

Kolhapur, Ratnagiri, Jul 2 (UNI) Fifteen high school and college students were injured after two buses of State Transport Corporation collided head-on today morning at Mirjole-Ukshi road at Phansavale of Ratnagiri district.

#Maha: Fifteen school students injured as 2 ST buses collide in Ratnagiri #

Haryana gears up for industrial expansion, appoints two HCS officers for IMTs

Chandigarh, July 2 (UNI) The Haryana Government has created two new posts and appointed two Haryana Civil Services (HCS) officers as nodal officers to oversee land aggregation for the proposed Industrial Model Townships (IMTs) at Ambala and Naraingarh, in a move aimed at accelerating industrial infrastructure development in the state.

#Haryana gears up for industrial expansion # appoints two HCS officers for IMTs

Australia trust their process ahead of T20WC Final

London, July 2 (UNI) The six-time ICC Women''s T20 World Cup champions Australia have been the standout side of the tournament, remaining unbeaten on their way to another World Cup Final.

#Australia trust their process ahead of T20WC Final

Iran warns US, Israel against ‘miscalculation’ ahead of funeral for slain leader

Tehran, Jul 2 (UNI) Iran’s top military commander warned the United States, Israel and their allies against any “miscalculation,” saying Tehran’s armed forces stand ready to respond with a “harsh and regretful” reaction to any attack or threat.

#Iran warns US # Israel against ‘miscalculation’ ahead of funeral for slain leader

Assam CM, Lalan Singh discuss roadmap to boost fisheries, dairy sectors

New Delhi, July 2 (UNI) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday met union Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh (Lalan Singh) and discussed a roadmap to strengthen the fisheries and dairy sectors in the state.

#Assam CM #Lalan Singh discuss roadmap to boost fisheries #dairy sectors

Modi, Takaichi deepen India-Japan strategic partnership with push for AI, defence and economic resilience

New Delhi, Jul 2 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday underscored that mutual trust remains the cornerstone of the India-Japan relationship amid an increasingly uncertain global environment, as he and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pledged to expand cooperation in artificial intelligence, defence, semiconductors, clean energy, critical minerals and economic security at the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit in New Delhi. Speaking at a joint press conference with Prime Minister Takaichi at Hyderabad House following wide-ranging bilateral talks, Modi said the India-Japan partnershi.

#Modi # Takaichi deepen India-Japan strategic partnership with push for AI # defence and economic resilience

Bihar sets target of screening one crore people for TB by August 14

Patna, July 2 (UNI) Bihar on Thursday directed all departments and district administrations to work in mission mode to achieve the target of screening one crore people for tuberculosis (TB) by August 14 under the TB-Free India Campaign.

#Bihar sets target of screening one crore people for TB by August 14

Pai urges India to focus on AI applications, not costly LLM race

Bengaluru, July 2 (UNI) Former Infosys CFO and Aarin Capital Chairman Mohandas Pai on Thursday said India should focus on deploying artificial intelligence (AI) to solve real-world problems and improve productivity rather than chasing the expensive race to build frontier large language models (LLMs), arguing that the country''s current constraints in capital and computing infrastructure make practical AI adoption the more sensible priority.

#Pai urges India to focus on AI applications # not costly LLM race

Six cyber fraudsters arrested for posing as Axis Bank employees to cheat credit card users: Haryana Police

Panchkula, July 2 (UNI) Haryana Police have arrested six cyber fraudsters for allegedly posing as Axis Bank employees and cheating people by falsely offering to adjust their credit card reward points against outstanding bills, official said on Thursday.

#Six cyber fraudsters arrested for posing as Axis Bank employees to cheat credit card users: Haryana Police

US partially resumes cash dollar shipments to Iraq: Report

New York, Jul 2 (UNI) The United States has partially resumed sending cash shipments of US dollars to Iraq after a months-long suspension, The New York Times reported on Thursday, citing a spokesman for Iraq’s prime minister.

#US partially resumes cash dollar shipments to Iraq: Report

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Customizing CNC Router for Unique Projects

Delhi Police bust ISI-backed terror module; Four arrested, arms recovered

New Delhi, July 2 (UNI) The Special Cell of Delhi Police on Thursday arrested four operatives allegedly linked to an ISI-sponsored inter-state terror and arms network that was allegedly plotting a terror attack in the national capital, officials said.

#Delhi Police bust ISI-backed terror module; Four arrested #arms recovered

UST Named Among World''s Most Ethical Companies in 2026 by Ethisphere

BJP accuses Himachal govt of failing to rehabilitate disaster victims

Dharamshala, Jul 2 (UNI) The opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday accused the Himachal Pradesh government of failing to rehabilitate families affected by last year''s devastating natural disasters, saying many victims continue to live in deporable conditions.

#BJP accuses Himachal govt of failing to rehabilitate disaster victims

Delhi Police bust fake marriage racket; three arrested

New Delhi, July 2 (UNI) Delhi Police have busted a fake marriage racket that allegedly targeted unmarried men and cheated them of money by arranging fraudulent weddings, officials said on Thursday.

#Delhi Police bust fake marriage racket; three arrested

Delhi gets light rain, gusty winds; IMD issues yellow alert

New Delhi, 2 Jul (UNI) Light rain and gusty winds brought relief from the recent heat in New Delhi on Thursday, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a yellow alert for more showers, thunderstorms and strong winds later in the day.

#Delhi gets light rain #gusty winds; IMD issues yellow alert

VIA to organize free workshop on AI & digital tools for small businesses

Nagpur, July 2 (UNI): The Vidarbha Industries Association (VIA), in collaboration with the VIA Agro Rural Development & Food Processing Forum and VIA LEW, is organising a free workshop on "How AI & Digital Tools Can Help Small Businesses Grow" on Saturday, July 4, press release said.

#VIA to organize free workshop on AI & digital tools for small businesses

Ten-man USA defy adversity to beat Bosnia, reach World Cup last 16

California, July 2 (UNI) The United States overcame the adversity of playing the final half hour with 10 men to defeat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 and book a place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16, producing a display of resilience and discipline that kept their title dream alive.

#Ten-man USA defy adversity to beat Bosnia # reach World Cup last 16

Synchronising electoral cycles requires consensus & constitutional safeguards: Vijender Gupta to parliamentary panel

New Delhi, Jul 1 (UNI) Delhi Legislative Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Wednesday interacted with Members of the Parliamentary Joint Committee on the Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Ninth Amendment) Bill, 2024 and the union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024, headed by Chairperson, PP Chaudhary, during the panel’s study visit to the Delhi Vidhan Sabha.

#Synchronising electoral cycles requires consensus & constitutional safeguards: Vijender Gupta to parliamentary panel

Kolkata to get 470 new buses by Durga Puja: Minister

Kolkata, Jul 1 (UNI) Commuters in the city could soon heave a sigh of relief from the agony of unavailability of buses on the roads, as the West Bengal government is planning to introduce 470 buses by Durga Puja to enhance connectivity on various routes, informed state Transport Minister Arjun Singh today.
The 470 buses being procured by the department include a fleet of Electric and CNG -run vehicles.

#Kolkata to get 470 new buses by Durga Puja: Minister

Odisha Govt approves nutrition push for 46.6 lakh secondary school students

Bhubaneswar, Jul 1 (UNI) The Odisha Government on Wednesday approved a Rs 3,506.99 crore nutrition initiative for 46.6 lakh secondary school students, with the State Cabinet according approval to the Mukhyamantri Poshan Yojana (MMPY) scheme to provide nutritious mid-day meals in Government and Government-aided schools over the next four years. .

#Odisha Govt approves nutrition push for 46.6 lakh secondary school students

Bengal BJP alleges Sebashray camps used unqualified doctors to funnel patients to private hospitals

Kolkata, July 1 (UNI) A fresh political controversy erupted over the Trinamool Congress''s ''Sebashray'' initiative after West Bengal BJP leader Abhijit Das, popularly known as Bobby, on Wednesday lodged a fresh complaint with Bishnupur police station alleging large-scale irregularities and violations in the conduct of the medical camps.

#Bengal BJP alleges Sebashray camps used unqualified doctors to funnel patients to private hospitals

DAV Launches Nationwide Teacher Capacity Building Drive, Conducts Cluster-Level Workshops on Experiential Learning Two-day training programme equips educators with innovative teaching strategies aligned with NEP and latest curricular reforms

Panchkula, July 1 (UNI) Reinforcing its commitment to continuous teacher development and quality education, the DAV College Managing Committee (DAVCMC), New Delhi, has successfully concluded a series of two-day Cluster-Level Need-Based Teacher Training Workshops, aimed at enhancing classroom practices through experiential and competency-based learning.

#DAV Launches Nationwide Teacher Capacity Building Drive # Conducts Cluster-Level Workshops on Experiential Learning Two-day training programme equips educators with innovative teaching strategies aligned with NEP and latest curricular reforms

Police use force, burst tear gas shells in Jaipur to disperse agitating Nomads, Semi-Nomads

Jaipur, Jul 1 (UNI) A number of protestors and some police personnel sustained injuries in a face-off between the police and agitating Nomads and Semi-Nomads during an indefinite sit-in here Wednesday evening.
The Nomads and Semi Nomads have been staging "Mahapadav" at the Vidhyadhar Nagar Stadium here for past 10 days to press their demand for 10 percent reservation quota for their tribes.

#Police use force # burst tear gas shells in Jaipur to disperse agitating Nomads # Semi-Nomads

27 houses burnt in fresh violence in Manipur

Imphal, Jul 1 (UNI) Twenty-seven houses belonging to two different communities were burnt in two separate incidents in Kamjong district of Manipur today.

#27 houses burnt in fresh violence in Manipur

US tells Iran it stands to gain far more money from broader deal than from collecting tolls in Strait of Hormuz

Doha, Jul 1 (UNI) As US and Iranian negotiators are holding indirect talks in Doha centred on the future of the Strait of Hormuz, Washington has argued that a broader agreement especially on Iran''s nuclear programme stands to give it far greater economic benefits than any revenue generated through tolls in the strategic waterway.

#US tells Iran it stands to gain far more money from broader deal than from collecting tolls in Strait of Hormuz

Doctors' Day: West Bengal CM rolls out healthcare push

Kolkata, July 1 (UNI) Declaring that the state must build a healthcare system capable of retaining patients within the state, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Wednesday unveiled a raft of health infrastructure and welfare initiatives to mark National Doctors'' Day and the 144th birth anniversary of Dr Bidhan Chandra Ray.

#Doctors' Day: West Bengal CM rolls out healthcare push

Ayushmann Khurrana's film 'Mupapa' to release on February 19, 2027

Mumbai, July 1 (UNI) Ayushmann Khurrana''s upcoming feature "Mupapa" has locked in its theatrical release date, with the film slated to arrive in cinemas on February 19, 2027.

#Ayushmann Khurrana's film 'Mupapa' to release on February 19 # 2027

US warns several NATO states falling behind on commitments to increase defence spending ahead of Ankara summit

Washington, Jul 1 (UNI) The US has warned that several NATO members are falling behind on commitments to increase defence spending, ahead of the transatlantic alliance''s summit in Ankara this week which will be attended by President Donald Trump.

#US warns several NATO states falling behind on commitments to increase defence spending ahead of Ankara summit

SC quashes COVID-era notification, Chandigarh chhole-bhature vendors lose special status

Chandigarh, July 1 (UNI) The Supreme Court has set aside a 2020 notification issued by the Chandigarh Administration that had classified several categories of street vendors, including those selling chhole-bhature, fruits, vegetables and flowers outside religious places, as providers of essential services during the COVID-19 period.

#SC quashes COVID-era notification # Chandigarh chhole-bhature vendors lose special status

US-Saudi relations witnessed sharp deterioration post onset of Iran war

Riyadh/Washington, Jul 1 (UNI) The US-Saudi relations have deteriorated sharply in recent months following Washington’s decision to launch a full-fledged war against Iran, according to a West Asian intelligence official cited by The Wall Street Journal.

#US-Saudi relations witnessed sharp deterioration post onset of Iran war

Ram Temple donation theft case: Suspicious box with 'Ramrajya Kosh' sticker found in accused's room

Ayodhya, Jul 1 (UNI) A new case has emerged involving Avinash Shukla, one of the accused arrested in the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple donation theft case.

#Ram Temple donation theft case: Suspicious box with 'Ramrajya Kosh' sticker found in accused's room

Trump says Iran-US talks making progress as nuclear negotiations continue

Washington, July 1 (UNI) US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the United States was “getting along very well” with Iran and that recent meetings involving Qatar had gone well, adding that US forces “hit them very hard” over three nights.

#Trump says Iran-US talks making progress as nuclear negotiations continue

Census 2027 Phase-I house listing operations completed across J&K and Ladakh

Srinagar, Jul 1 (UNI) The first phase of Census 2027, comprising House Listing Operations (HLO), has been completed across the union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. The month-long field exercise was conducted from June 1 to June 30.

#Census 2027 Phase-I house listing operations completed across J&K and Ladakh

RSS to discuss Census, expansion at Belagavi meet; Sarsanghchalak Bhagwat to attend

Belagavi, July 1 (UNI) The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) will deliberate on the forthcoming Census and chalk out its organisational expansion strategy during its annual All India Prant Pracharak Baithak to be held in Belagavi from July 10 to 12, bringing together the Sangh''s top leadership and senior organisers from across the country.

#RSS to discuss Census # expansion at Belagavi meet; Sarsanghchalak Bhagwat to attend

No Williams or Pino, but Yamal's fitness a boost for Spain ahead of Austria clash

New York, July 1 (UNI) Spain will be without two key players for its World Cup round-of-32 match against Austria in Los Angeles on Thursday, but Lamine Yamal looks likely to play an increasingly important role for coach Luis de la Fuente. .

#No Williams or Pino # but Yamal's fitness a boost for Spain ahead of Austria clash

Mooney backs Australia’s all-round strength ahead of T20 World Cup final

New Delhi, Jul 1 (UNI) Australia wicketkeeper-batter Beth Mooney believes the team''s strength lies in its all-round depth, crediting consistent contributions from across the squad for powering the six-time champions into a record eighth ICC Women''s T20 World Cup final.

#Mooney backs Australia’s all-round strength ahead of T20 World Cup final

Bengal: Former TMC MP Aparupa Poddar skips police summons, following husband's NIA arrest

Hooghly, July 1 (UNI) Former Trinamool Congress MP Aparupa Poddar did not appear before the police on Wednesday despite involvement in an alleged altercation with officers during the arrest of her husband, TMC leader Shakir Ali, by the National Investigation Agency (NIA).

#Bengal: Former TMC MP Aparupa Poddar skips police summons # following husband's NIA arrest

Confusion in UP BJP over formation of Minority Front; Could be delayed till assembly polls

By Vidya Shankar Rai
Lucknow, Jul 1 (UNI) Despite the formation of all fronts in the Uttar Pradesh BJP, the Minority Front has not yet been constituted, which has caused disappointment among party workers.

#Confusion in UP BJP over formation of Minority Front; Could be delayed till assembly polls

UoH hosts Indonesian delegation to boost collaboration in sustainable agriculture

Hyderabad, July 1 (UNI) The University of Hyderabad (UoH) on Wednesday hosted a high-level 12-member delegation from the Republic of Indonesia to strengthen academic and research collaboration in sustainable agriculture and food security.

#UoH hosts Indonesian delegation to boost collaboration in sustainable agriculture

House listing exercise for Census 2027 begins in Nagaland

Dimapur, July 1 (UNI) House listing operations, the Phase-I of Census 2027, commenced across Nagaland on Wednesday.

#House listing exercise for Census 2027 begins in Nagaland

Kerala Police alert public to fake Online Lottery scams using Kerala Lottery identity

Thiruvananthapuram, July 1 (UNI) Kerala Police has cautioned the public against a growing number of fraudulent online lottery scams in which cybercriminals are illegally using the name, logo, emblem and visual identity of the Kerala State Lottery to cheat unsuspecting people through social media platforms.

#Kerala Police alert public to fake Online Lottery scams using Kerala Lottery identity

Custodial deaths in Bangladesh rose to 101 between Sept 2024–June 2026: GCDG report

Dhaka, Jul 1 (UNI) Bangladesh witnessed a disturbing surge in custodial deaths between September 2024 – June 2026, in the months following the ouster of the Sheikh Hasina governmet and during the time when Mohamed Yunus was heading a caretaker regime, till the rise of the current PM Tarique Rahman-led BNP government, according to a report by the GCDG (Global Center for Democratic Governance) titled ''Death Without Trial in Bangladesh''.

#Custodial deaths in Bangladesh rose to 101 between Sept 2024–June 2026: GCDG report

Cyber fraud network busted in Lucknow

Lucknow, Jul 1 (UNI) The Lucknow police busted an international cyber fraud network here on Wednesday.

#Cyber fraud network busted in Lucknow

Rebel Trinamool faction to meet CEC in Delhi amid intensifying leadership tussle

Kolkata, Jul 1 (UNI) The escalating leadership battle within the Trinamool Congress has reached the Election Commission of India, with the rebel faction led by Ritabrata Banerjee scheduled to meet Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the full bench of the Commission in New Delhi on Thursday noon, according to sources.

#Rebel Trinamool faction to meet CEC in Delhi amid intensifying leadership tussle

Iran-US begin new round of discussions in Doha under Pakistani- Qatari mediation for advancing MOU

Doha, Jul 1 (UNI) Iran and the US have begun a new round of indirect negotiations in Doha, under Qatar and Pakistan mediation, according to reports from CBS News.

#Iran-US begin new round of discussions in Doha under Pakistani- Qatari mediation for advancing MOU

Retired Justice Ranjit Kumar Bag resigns from SIR Tribunal amid infrastructure concerns

Kolkata, July 1 (UNI) Retired Justice Ranjit Kumar Bag has resigned from the tribunal constituted to hear cases related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls, citing personal reasons.

#Retired Justice Ranjit Kumar Bag resigns from SIR Tribunal amid infrastructure concerns

Growing penetration of EVs drives Wheels India’s air suspension business

Chennai July 1 (UNI) The strong double-digit growth in its air suspension business in FY26 was driven by higher content per vehicle, growing intercity transport, AC sleeper coaches, upgradation of fleet by STUs (state transport undertakings) and growing penetration of EVs, Wheels India Chairman and Managing Director Srivats Ram said on Wednesday.

#Growing penetration of EVs drives Wheels India’s air suspension business

Iran, US to create joint committee to monitor situation in Lebanon: Ghalibaf

Tehran, July 1 (UNI) Iran, the United States, and Lebanon will create a joint committee to ensure Lebanon''s national sovereignty, Iranian parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said.

#Iran # US to create joint committee to monitor situation in Lebanon: Ghalibaf

Rane Madras to acquire Friction Business of Hindustan Composites

Chennai, July 1 (UNI) Rane (Madras) Limited (RML) has entered into an agreement with Hindustan Composites Limited (HCL) to acquire the Friction Business, as going concern, on slump sale basis for an enterprise value of Rs 370 crore subject to the terms of the agreement.

#Rane Madras to acquire Friction Business of Hindustan Composites

US Vice President JD Vance says Washington achieved core objective in Iran war regardless of negotiations' outcome

Washington, Jul 1 (UNI) US Vice President JD Vance said that even if the country''s ongoing negotiations with Iran fail, it has already achieved its primary objective, which was ensuring that Tehran cannot develop a nuclear weapon, and argued that Washington remains in a strong position regardless of the outcome of ongoing negotiations.

#US Vice President JD Vance says Washington achieved core objective in Iran war regardless of negotiations' outcome

Revanth Reddy frustrated over fear of losing power, alleges Telangana BJP Chief Ramchander Rao

Hyderabad, July 1 (UNI) Telangana BJP president N Ramchander Rao on Wednesday strongly criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy for his remarks on the recent visit of BJP national president Nitin Nabin to the state, alleging that the Chief Minister was acting out of "fear and frustration" over losing power in the next Assembly elections.

#Revanth Reddy frustrated over fear of losing power # alleges Telangana BJP Chief Ramchander Rao

Pune Police build cautious case in Chetan Agarwal murder probe amid lack of direct evidence

Pune, July 1 ( UNI) The investigation into the alleged murder of Chetan Agarwal has become increasingly complex, as police have so far neither found eyewitnesses nor recovered any CCTV footage directly showing the crime. Investigators are therefore relying primarily on circumstantial evidence, while taking extra precautions to ensure that procedural lapses do not weaken the case in court.

#Pune Police build cautious case in Chetan Agarwal murder probe amid lack of direct evidence

Ram Mandir Trust Chairman Mahant Nritya Gopal Das's health deteriorates, admitted to Lucknow Medanta

Lucknow, Jul 1 (UNI) Mahant Nritya Gopal Das, chairman of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust and a prominent saint of the Ram Mandir movement, has suddenly fallen ill. He has been admitted to Medanta Hospital in Lucknow on Wednesday.

#Ram Mandir Trust Chairman Mahant Nritya Gopal Das's health deteriorates # admitted to Lucknow Medanta

Left parties intensify agitation for house sites demand; CPI leader Takkallapalli Srinivasa Rao arrested

Hanumakonda, July 1 (UNI) Left parties intensified their statewide agitation on Wednesday demanding allocation of house sites to the poor, as protests outside the Hanumakonda District Collectorate turned tense, culminating in the arrest of CPI Telangana State Assistant Secretary Takkallapalli Srinivasa Rao.

#Left parties intensify agitation for house sites demand; CPI leader Takkallapalli Srinivasa Rao arrested

Beth Mooney sings praises of key Aussie role players at T20WC

London, July 1 (UNI) Australia has looked practically unbeatable on their way to the ICC Women''s T20 World Cup final.
In contrast to their semi-final opponent the West Indies, where captain Hayley Matthews lamented too few standout performers, the Aussies have had no shortage of key individual contributions, right throughout their tournament campaign.

#Beth Mooney sings praises of key Aussie role players at T20WC

Iran not to move to next phase of MoU until key clauses stabilised: Ghalibaf

Tehran, Jul 1 (UNI) Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said on Wednesday that Iran would not move to the next phase of implementing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) until its initial five clauses were fully “stabilised and finalised.” .

#Iran not to move to next phase of MoU until key clauses stabilised: Ghalibaf

Odisha Police bust interstate human trafficking racket, rescue seven girls; two arrested in Hyderabad

Bhubaneswar, July 1 (UNI) Odisha Police have busted an alleged interstate human trafficking racket, rescued seven female victims, including six minors and arrested two accused from Hyderabad in a coordinated operation.

#Odisha Police bust interstate human trafficking racket # rescue seven girls; two arrested in Hyderabad

Karnataka HC refuses to halt foreign funding probe

Bengaluru, July 1 (UNI) Karnataka High Court on Wednesday refused to halt an investigation into an alleged foreign funding network accused of funnelling crores of rupees through international debit cards into Left Wing Extremism (LWE)-affected regions, holding that national security concerns outweigh a bid to quash the FIR at the threshold.

#Karnataka HC refuses to halt foreign funding probe

UP BJP MLC seeks overhaul of Ram Temple Trust after donation theft case

Lucknow, Jul 1 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh BJP MLC Devendra Pratap Singh has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking an immediate overhaul of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust after the alleged theft of the temple’s donations came to light.

#UP BJP MLC seeks overhaul of Ram Temple Trust after donation theft case

Amarnath Yatra: Heavy rush of pilgrims at Jammu base camp as LG Sinha to flag off 1st batch on Thursday

Jammu, July 1 (UNI) The ‘City of Temples’ is witnessing a hustle-bustle with heavy rush of Shri Amarnath Yatra pilgrims have arrived at the Bhagwati Nagar based Yatri Niwas base camp as Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha will flag off the first batch here from July 2.

#Amarnath Yatra: Heavy rush of pilgrims at Jammu base camp as LG Sinha to flag off 1st batch on Thursday

Karnataka HC judge recuses from Gig Workers Act case

Bengaluru, July 1 (UNI) Justice Suraj Govindaraj of the Karnataka High Court on Wednesday recused himself from hearing a batch of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Karnataka Platform-Based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Act, 2025, citing a potential conflict of interest as the petitions had been filed through law firm IndusLaw.

#Karnataka HC judge recuses from Gig Workers Act case

CBI secures two-day custody of IAS officer Pradeep Dagar in Haryana bank fraud probe

Chandigarh, July 1 (UNI) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has secured two days'' custody of suspended Haryana IAS officer Pradeep Kumar Dagar in connection with the alleged IDFC First Bank-linked fund diversion case after producing him before a special CBI court in Panchkula late Tuesday night.

#CBI secures two-day custody of IAS officer Pradeep Dagar in Haryana bank fraud probe

Tripura girls rescued in Guwahati and Gujarat; 2 accused arrested

Agartala, July 1 (UNI) Tripura Police have made significant progress in two separate cases of missing minor girls on Wednesday, rescuing four teenage girls from Gujarat and Assam, and apprehending two youths suspected of involvement in the alleged kidnappings.

#Tripura girls rescued in Guwahati and Gujarat; 2 accused arrested

TAC Security''s Socify.ai Adds Another 100 Clients in Just Three Months

Impetus Recognized Among India''s Best Companies to Work For 2026 by Great Place to Work® India

L&T Technology Services Launches Ainfonix™ 4.0 to Unlock Engineering Intelligence Across Process Industries

IKS Health Delivers USD 12 Million in Annual Cash Impact for Coding Foundation at Axia Women''s Health

IFI Techsolutions Limited Renews Microsoft Azure Expert MSP Status for The Fourth Consecutive Year

Ashok Leyland introduces India’s first air suspension trucks range

Chennai, July 1 (UNI) LCV makers Ashok Leyland today announced the launch of India’s first range of trucks with air suspension.

#Ashok Leyland introduces India’s first air suspension trucks range

TGSRTC expands boarding, alighting points for Hyderabad–Bengaluru bus services

Hyderabad, July 1 (UNI) Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) has enhanced passenger convenience by increasing the number of boarding and alighting points for all AC sleeper and non-AC buses operating between Hyderabad and Bengaluru.

#TGSRTC expands boarding # alighting points for Hyderabad–Bengaluru bus services