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Reigning U20 World Champion Kajal clinches 76kg Gold; India's Medal Tally soars to 12 at Budapest Ranking Series

Budapest, Jul 18 (UNI) Continuing India''s outstanding run at the Polyák Imre, Varga János & Kozma István Memorial Senior Ranking Tournament 2026, teenage wrestling sensation Kajal delivered a commanding performance to capture the gold medal in the women’s 76kg category.
Displaying the same elite pedigree that saw her crowned the 2025 U20 World Champion and the 2024 U17 World Champion, Kajal proved that her age-group dominance has seamlessly translated to the senior international circuit.

#Reigning U20 World Champion Kajal clinches 76kg Gold; India's Medal Tally soars to 12 at Budapest Ranking Series

UTT: U Mumba crush UP for biggest-ever win, Ahmedabad power to 10-5 victory over pune

Panaji, July 18 (UNI) Defending champions U Mumba TT produced a record-breaking display to overpower UP Prometheans 13-2 in Butterfly Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) Season 7 Powered by ChatGPT on Saturday.

#UTT: U Mumba crush UP for biggest-ever win # Ahmedabad power to 10-5 victory over pune

Bhubaneswar intensifies dengue drive, reports only 12 cases this year

Bhubaneswar, July 18 (UNI) The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has intensified its dengue prevention drive across the city through large-scale awareness campaigns, anti-larval operations and source reduction measures, helping keep dengue cases low this year.

#Bhubaneswar intensifies dengue drive # reports only 12 cases this year

Odisha enters top 10 performing states in rooftop solar installations

Bhubaneswar, July 18 (UNI) Odisha has emerged as one of the top ten performing states in the country in rooftop solar installations under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSG-MBY), registering a total of 1,56,606 installations, including 92,280 under PMSG-MBY and 64,326 under the ULA Scheme.

#Odisha enters top 10 performing states in rooftop solar installations

Odisha Cyber Crime Unit blocks 121 fake hotel websites, foils online fraud during Puri Rath Yatra

Bhubaneswar, July 18 (UNI) The Cyber Crime Unit of the Odisha CID, Crime Branch has blocked 121 fake hotel websites, 33 fraudulent hotel webpages, and removed 19 misleading online contents linked to the Puri Rath Yatra as part of a massive crackdown on cyber fraud targeting pilgrims.

#Odisha Cyber Crime Unit blocks 121 fake hotel websites # foils online fraud during Puri Rath Yatra

UTT: Manika, Polcanova power Ahmedabad APL Pipers to crucial 10-5 win over Pune

Panaji, July 18 (UNI) Manika Batra produced a commanding straight-games victory over Prithika Pavade as Ahmedabad APL Pipers jumped to the top of the table with a 10-5 win over PBG Pune Jaguars in Butterfly Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) Season 7 powered by ChatGPT on Saturday.

#UTT: Manika # Polcanova power Ahmedabad APL Pipers to crucial 10-5 win over Pune

Himachal PWD minister inaugurates, lays foundation of projects worth Rs 16.77 crore in Shimla Rural

Shimla, July 18 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh Public Works and Urban Development Minister Vikramaditya Singh on Saturday inaugurated and laid the foundation stones of development projects worth around Rs 16.77 crore in Chayli Gram Panchayat and Majyath area of Shimla Municipal Corporation, reaffirming the state government''s commitment to improving road connectivity and civic infrastructure in rural and urban areas adjoining the state capital.

#Himachal PWD minister inaugurates # lays foundation of projects worth Rs 16.77 crore in Shimla Rural

Lok Sabha Speaker forms 10-member Committee for National Legislative Index

New Delhi, Jul 18 (UNI) Lok Sabha Speaker and Chairperson of the All India Presiding Officers'' Conference (AIPOC) Om Birla has constituted a 10-member high-level committee to develop a National Legislative Index, an initiative aimed at benchmarking the performance of legislative bodies across the country through objective parameters.

#Lok Sabha Speaker forms 10-member Committee for National Legislative Index

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Maha: Cyber Police book 14 social media accounts for alleged defamation of BJP spokesperson Navnath Ban

Mumbai, Jul 18 (UNI) Maharashtra Cyber Police have registered an FIR against 14 social media accounts, including one operating under the name "Gajabhau", for allegedly posting defamatory and misleading content targeting Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state chief spokesperson Navnath Ban.

#Maha: Cyber Police book 14 social media accounts for alleged defamation of BJP spokesperson Navnath Ban

Operation CHAKRA: 72-Hour Delhi Police drive nets 76 stolen vehicles, 11 alleged auto-lifters

New Delhi, Jul 18 (UNI) Delhi Police recovered 76 stolen vehicles and apprehended 11 alleged auto-lifters, including three juveniles in conflict with law, during a 72-hour district-wide anti-vehicle theft drive in the Outer district, officials said on Saturday.

#Operation CHAKRA: 72-Hour Delhi Police drive nets 76 stolen vehicles #11 alleged auto-lifters

2800 new EV buses to join Delhi's fleet, vision of 14000 buses by 2028- 29 gets major boost

New Delhi, Jul 18 (UNI) The Delhi government has taken a crucial step towards bringing down air pollution, and also strengthening national capital''s public transport system, and as per plan 2800 new low- floor electric buses will be added to the transport corporation''s fleet under phase- I of the PM e- Drive scheme.

#2800 new EV buses to join Delhi's fleet # vision of 14000 buses by 2028- 29 gets major boost

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Government revises GPRA licence fees across the country from July 1

Panchkula, July 18 (UNI) The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has revised the licence fee rates for General Pool Residential Accommodation (GPRA) across the country, with the new rates coming into effect from July 1, 2026.

#Government revises GPRA licence fees across the country from July 1

Pune Police return 158 recovered mobile phones to owners

Pune, Jul 18 (UNI) The Pune Police returned 158 mobile phones to their rightful owners after tracing and recovering the devices through the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) portal.

#Pune Police return 158 recovered mobile phones to owners

After minor delay, India''s first private rocket Vikram-1 lifts off from SHAR range at 1205 hrs

Sriharikota (AP), July 18 (UNI) After a 35-minute delay due to a technical glitch, India''s first privately developed orbital class rocket Vikram-1 took off from the SHAR Range at 1205 hrs here on Saturday.

#After minor delay #India''s first private rocket Vikram-1 lifts off from SHAR range at 1205 hrs

Salman Khan Films celebrates 11 years of 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan'

Mumbai, July 17 (UNI) The makers have marked the 11th anniversary of "Bajrangi Bhaijaan" by paying tribute to the much-loved film with a nostalgic social media post celebrating its timeless story and unforgettable characters.

#Salman Khan Films celebrates 11 years of 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan'

EC Extends SIR in Maharashtra by 10 Days; Draft Electoral Roll to be Published on Aug 17

Mumbai, July 17 (UNI) The Election Commission of India has extended the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Maharashtra by 10 days, with the publication of the draft voter list now scheduled for August 17, officials said on Friday.

#EC Extends SIR in Maharashtra by 10 Days; Draft Electoral Roll to be Published on Aug 17

Frenzied dog mauls 10-year-old girl in Amravati, battling for life

Amravati, Jul 17 (UNI): A 10-year-old girl sustained grievous injuries after being mauled by a frenzied stray dog in Maharashtra''s Amravati city, triggering renewed concern over the growing stray dog menace, officials said on Friday.

#Frenzied dog mauls 10-year-old girl in Amravati # battling for life

Over 3.5 lakh pilgrims undertake Amarnath Yatra in first 15 days; LG reviews

Srinagar, July 17 (UNI) More than 3.50 lakh pilgrims have paid obeisance at the holy Amarnath cave shrine in the first 15 days of the annual pilgrimage, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Friday after reviewing the Yatra arrangements at the Nunwan base camp in Pahalgam.

#Over 3.5 lakh pilgrims undertake Amarnath Yatra in first 15 days; LG reviews

Danve meets Wardha SP, seeks swift justice in 12-year-old girl murder

Wardha, July 17 (UNI): Shiv Sena leader (UBT)and former Leader of the Opposition Ambadas Danve on Friday met Wardha Superintendent of Police Saurabh Kumar Agrawal and sought a fair, speedy and effective investigation into the brutal murder of 12-year-old girl following her alleged rape.

#Danve meets Wardha SP # seeks swift justice in 12-year-old girl murder

Arunachal Cabinet passes resolution marking 10 years of 'Team Arunachal'

Itanagar, July 17 (UNI) The Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet on Friday unanimously adopted a resolution marking the completion of 10 years of "Team Arunachal" under the leadership of Chief Minister Pema Khandu, reaffirming its collective commitment to peace, dignity, prosperity and inclusive development in the state.

#Arunachal Cabinet passes resolution marking 10 years of 'Team Arunachal'

Hingoli firing: One killed, Shiv Sena corporator among 16 booked

Hingoli, July 17 (UNI): A 38-year-old man was allegedly shot dead in Maharashtra''s Hingoli district, prompting police to register a case against a Shiv Sena corporator and 15 others, officials said on Friday.

#Hingoli firing: One killed # Shiv Sena corporator among 16 booked

India's first private orbital-class rocket Vikram-1 to launch on July 18, carrying PM Modi's 'Vande Mataram' message

Chennai, Jul 17 (UNI) India''s first privately developed orbital-class rocket, Vikram-1, is set to make its maiden flight on Saturday, marking a major milestone in the country''s space programme and the beginning of private orbital launches in India.

#India's first private orbital-class rocket Vikram-1 to launch on July 18 # carrying PM Modi's 'Vande Mataram' message

Kerala CM's remarks on Rs 10,000 crore Mission Samudra Investment clarified

Thiruvananthapuram, July 17 (UNI) The Kerala Government on Friday clarified that Mission Samudra is designed to attract investments worth around Rs 10,000 crore over the coming years to develop a world-class maritime and shipbuilding ecosystem in the State, dismissing media reports that interpreted Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan''s recent television interview as referring to a single investment proposal.

#Kerala CM's remarks on Rs 10 #000 crore Mission Samudra Investment clarified

PM Modi flags off India’s first indigenous 10-coach hydrogen-powered train at Jind

Nikhil Vyas
Jind, Jul 17 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday flagged off India''s first indigenous hydrogen-powered train between Jind and Sonipat at Jind railway station, marking an important step towards the adoption of clean and sustainable mobility in the railway sector.

#PM Modi flags off India’s first indigenous 10-coach hydrogen-powered train at Jind

Farm labourer arrested for 12-year-old's murder case in Wardha; sexual assault suspected

Wardha, Jul 17 (UNI): A farm labourer has been arrested in connection with brutal murder of a 12-year-old girl in Maharashtra’s Wardha district, officials said on Friday.

#Farm labourer arrested for 12-year-old's murder case in Wardha; sexual assault suspected

Federal Bank records 37pc surge in Q1FY27 profits to Rs 1,176.93 cr Y-o-Y

New Delhi, Jul 17 (UNI) Federal Bank, India’s private sector bank, on Friday reported net profit of Rs 1,176.93 crore for Q1FY27, which is 36. 57 per cent surge over the corresponding period last year (CPLY), the Bank''s statement said here.

#Federal Bank records 37pc surge in Q1FY27 profits to Rs 1 #176.93 cr Y-o-Y

Bihar inks MoU with Vedanta and Zerodha to modernise 1,050 anganwadi centres

Patna, July 17 (UNI) In a major step towards strengthening Bihar''s care economy and improving services for women and children, the Social Welfare Department signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Friday with Vedanta Limited and Zerodha Broking Limited to develop and modernise 1,050 Anganwadi Centres across the state.

#Bihar inks MoU with Vedanta and Zerodha to modernise 1 #050 anganwadi centres

Pema Khandu credits Team Arunachal, PM Modi as he completes 10 years in office

Itanagar, July 17 (UNI) Marking the completion of 10 years as Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Pema Khandu on Friday congratulated members of "Team Arunachal"—including Ministers, MLAs, bureaucrats, deputy commissioners, gaon burahs (GBs), PRI leaders and other stakeholders—for their collective contribution to the state''s development over the past decade.

#Pema Khandu credits Team Arunachal # PM Modi as he completes 10 years in office

SPECIAL | From classroom topper to NEET No. 1: Ludhiana's Aryan Gupta crowns years of persistence with AIR 1

By Neeraj Bali
Chandigarh, Jul 17 (UNI) Ludhiana student Aryan Gupta has emerged as the national topper in the NEET-UG 2026 examination, securing All India Rank (AIR) 1 with 715 marks out of 720.

#SPECIAL | From classroom topper to NEET No. 1: Ludhiana's Aryan Gupta crowns years of persistence with AIR 1

MY Bharat National Youth Volunteers convention brings together 1500 Volunteers in Lucknow

Lucknow, Jul 17 (UNI) The Department of Youth Affairs, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, through Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) organised the MY Bharat National Youth Volunteers Convention here on Friday bringing together nearly 1500 MY Bharat Youth Volunteers from across Uttar Pradesh.
The convention aimed at strengthening youth leadership, volunteerism and community engagement while equipping volunteers to actively contribute towards the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047 through Kartavya Bhav, Seva and nation-first action.

#MY Bharat National Youth Volunteers convention brings together 1500 Volunteers in Lucknow

CM Gupta inaugurates 45 Ayushman Jan Arogya Mandirs, says Delhi on track to set up 1,100 health centres

New Delhi, Jul 17 (UNI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday inaugurated 45 new Ayushman Jan Arogya Mandirs from Shakurpur, taking the number of operational centres across the national capital to more than 415.

#CM Gupta inaugurates 45 Ayushman Jan Arogya Mandirs # says Delhi on track to set up 1 #100 health centres

Haryana: Motorcycle with 104 unpaid challans worth Rs 3.44 Lakh impounded by Gurugram traffic police

Panchkula, Jul 17 (UNI) Haryana Traffic Police has impounded a motorcycle after discovering 104 pending traffic challans carrying a cumulative penalty of Rs 3.44 lakh, in one of the highest numbers of unpaid challans detected on a single vehicle in Gurugram.

#Haryana: Motorcycle with 104 unpaid challans worth Rs 3.44 Lakh impounded by Gurugram traffic police

Onward Technologies Reports Record Revenue of Rs. 151.2 Crore in Q1 FY27 (Up 11.5% YoY and 8.7% QoQ), EBITDA Grows 7.2% YoY and 20% QoQ to Rs. 18.4 Crore

AI Cybersecurity Firm TAC InfoSec Sets INR 100 Crore Revenue Guidance for FY27, Q1 FY27 Results Total Income Rises 97% YoY, PAT Surges 137% YoY

Telangana Govt launches New Employees' Health Scheme for 17.88 lakh beneficiaries

Hyderabad, July 17 (UNI) Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka and Health Minister Damodar Raja Narasimha on Friday launched the New Employees'' Health Scheme (NEHS) to provide transparent, cashless and quality healthcare services to government employees, pensioners and their family members.

#Telangana Govt launches New Employees' Health Scheme for 17.88 lakh beneficiaries

The Day Kashmir Changed Forever: Revisiting 13 July 1931

R K Raina
(UNI SPECIAL)
New Delhi, Jul 17 (UNI) History often remembers a single day that changes the course of generations. For Jammu and Kashmir, 13 July 1931 was one such day. The firing outside the Central Jail in Srinagar was not merely an unfortunate incident in which 22 protesters lost their lives. It marked the beginning of a psychological, political, and social divide that gradually transformed the character of Kashmir.

#The Day Kashmir Changed Forever: Revisiting 13 July 1931

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PM Modi's convoy unlocks Chandigarh's road sealed since Punjab's 1980 militancy era

Neeraj Bali
Chandigarh, July 17 (UNI) A little-known 500-metre stretch in Chandigarh, inaccessible to the public for nearly 45 years, came back into use on Friday as Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s convoy passed through the high-security corridor during his visit to the city.

#PM Modi's convoy unlocks Chandigarh's road sealed since Punjab's 1980 militancy era

Himachal: Woman, youth held with 11 grams of heroin in Nurpur

Dharamshala, Jul 16 (UNI) Nurpur Police have arrested a woman and a youth after recovering 11 grams of heroin during a raid at a house in Channi village of Indora sub-division in Kangra district, police said today.

#Himachal: Woman # youth held with 11 grams of heroin in Nurpur

HP Govt grants land ownership to 131 Pong Dam displaced families after five-decade wait

Ashok Raina
Dharamshala, Jul 16 (UNI) In a major rehabilitation initiative, the Himachal Pradesh government has granted land ownership rights to 131 Pong Dam displaced families in Kangra district, ending a wait of nearly five decades.

#HP Govt grants land ownership to 131 Pong Dam displaced families after five-decade wait

Special NIA Court frames charges in Pak-backed Narco-Terror case; trial against 10 to begin

Srinagar, July 16 (UNI) A Special NIA Court has framed charges against 10 accused in the 2022 Pakistan-backed narco-terror case investigated by the State Investigation Agency (SIA), clearing the way for trial in an alleged Pakistan-backed conspiracy involving drug trafficking and terror financing in Jammu and Kashmir.

#Special NIA Court frames charges in Pak-backed Narco-Terror case; trial against 10 to begin

Arunachal CM hands appointment orders to 111 PGT recruits, reaffirms merit-based recruitment

Itanagar, July 16 (UNI) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Thursday handed over appointment orders to 111 successful candidates of the Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) Examination-2025, reaffirming the Arunachal Pradesh government’s commitment to a transparent and merit-based recruitment process.

#Arunachal CM hands appointment orders to 111 PGT recruits # reaffirms merit-based recruitment

Arunachal CM felicitates 131 newly appointed PGTs, calls them agents of educational transformation

Itanagar, July 16 (UNI) Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Thursday felicitated and presented appointment orders to 131 successful candidates of the Post Graduate Teachers (PGT) Examination-2025 conducted by the Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC), urging them to become agents of educational transformation in the state.

#Arunachal CM felicitates 131 newly appointed PGTs # calls them agents of educational transformation

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Rs 17-cr redevelopment transforms Odisha’s Paralakhemundi railway station

Bhubaneswar, Jul 16 (UNI) Paralakhemundi Railway Station in Odisha''s Gajapati district has been redeveloped under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS) at a cost of Rs 17 crore, and is among the 59 stations in the State to be upgraded under the programme.
The revamped station is scheduled to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday.
The redevelopment, which has achieved 100% physical and financial completion, blends the station''s heritage with modern passenger amenities.

#Rs 17-cr redevelopment transforms Odisha’s Paralakhemundi railway station

Skyroot set for maiden orbital launch of Vikram-1 on July 18

Hyderabad, July 16 (UNI) Hyderabad-based private space startup Skyroot Aerospace is set to attempt the maiden test flight of its orbital launch vehicle Vikram-1 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC-SHAR), Sriharikota, on July 18 at 11.30 am, marking India''s first orbital launch attempt by a privately developed rocket.

#Skyroot set for maiden orbital launch of Vikram-1 on July 18

NABARD balance sheet grows to ₹10.96 lakh crore, disburses ₹1.37 lakh crore in Telangana over 12 years

Hyderabad, July 16 (UNI) National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) Telangana Chief General Manager B. Uday Bhaskar on Thursday said the institution''s balance sheet had grown in size from ₹4,519 crore in 1982 to ₹10.96 lakh crore as of March 2026, reflecting its continued evolution to meet the changing needs of rural India.

#NABARD balance sheet grows to ₹10.96 lakh crore # disburses ₹1.37 lakh crore in Telangana over 12 years

Jio Financial accelerates full-stack financial push as Q1 profit jumps 156 pc

Mumbai, July 16 (UNI) Jio Financial Services Ltd (JFSL) is rapidly transforming into a full-stack financial services platform, with strong growth across lending, payments, asset management and insurance businesses powering a 156 per cent jump in consolidated profit after tax (PAT) to Rs 830 crore in the first quarter of FY27.

#Jio Financial accelerates full-stack financial push as Q1 profit jumps 156 pc

'Chand Mera Dil' to stream on JioHotstar from July 17

Bengaluru, July 16 (UNI) Romantic drama Chand Mera Dil, starring Ananya Panday and Lakshya, will make its digital premiere on JioHotstar on July 17 following its theatrical run.

#'Chand Mera Dil' to stream on JioHotstar from July 17

ICAR develops 386 improved crop varieties in 1 year: Shivraj Singh Chouhan I

New Delhi, Jul 16 (UNI) union Agriculture and Farmers'' Welfare Minister, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, today said the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) developed 386 improved varieties across 44 crops during the past year, with 94 per cent being climate-resilient and 29 biofortified, reaffirming the country''s commitment to science-led and farmer-centric agricultural transformation.

#ICAR develops 386 improved crop varieties in 1 year: Shivraj Singh Chouhan I

Medical team says Sonam Wangchuk weak but stable on 19th Day of indefinite fast

New Delhi, Jul 16 (UNI) Social activist Sonam Wangchuk on Thursday completed the 19th day of his indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, with doctors stating that he remains weak but clinically stable under continuous medical supervision as political support for the movement against alleged examination irregularities gathered momentum.

#Medical team says Sonam Wangchuk weak but stable on 19th Day of indefinite fast

J&K BJP to launch mass agitation against NC govt, protests in Kashmir, Jammu from July 20, Aug 1

Jammu, Jul 16 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Bharatiya Janata Party resolved to launch a mass agitation against the "complete failure" of the National Conference government, beginning with a massive protest in Kashmir on July 20, followed by protests across Jammu from August 1, which will subsequently be intensified at the district and Assembly constituency levels across the union Territory.

#J&K BJP to launch mass agitation against NC govt # protests in Kashmir # Jammu from July 20 # Aug 1

Industrial and warehousing leasing rises 12pc to 22 million sqft; Delhi NCR, Chennai lead: Report

New Delhi, Jul 16 (UNI) India''s industrial and warehousing real estate market maintained strong momentum during the first half of 2026, with Grade A leasing rising 12pc year-on-year (Y-o-Y) to nearly 22 million square feet across the country''s top eight cities, despite global geopolitical uncertainties impacting supply chains.

#Industrial and warehousing leasing rises 12pc to 22 million sqft; Delhi NCR # Chennai lead: Report

Panchkula: Two foreign nationals held in ₹13.10 lakh cyber fraud

Panchkula, Jul 16 (UNI) In a significant breakthrough in a ₹13.10 lakh cyber fraud case, Haryana Police has arrested two foreign nationals accused of duping a retired Central government officer by luring him into investing in a fictitious pharmaceutical business with the promise of threefold returns.

#Panchkula: Two foreign nationals held in ₹13.10 lakh cyber fraud

NSE to launch derivatives on Nifty India FPI 150 Index

Mumbai, Jul 16 (UNI) The National Stock Exchange (NSE) officially announced here on Thursday that it has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to introduce derivatives on the Nifty India FPI 150 Index, expanding its equity derivatives product suite, which would offer foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) another benchmark-linked hedging instrument.

#NSE to launch derivatives on Nifty India FPI 150 Index

FIFA WC final: Messi vs Yamal and the photo that waited 19 years for its sequel

Tridib Baparnash
New Delhi, July 16 (UNI) Nearly two decades after a 20-year-old Lionel Messi held six-month-old Lamine Yamal during a Barcelona charity photoshoot, destiny has brought them together once again.

#FIFA WC final: Messi vs Yamal and the photo that waited 19 years for its sequel

Haryana Police identifies 13 illegal Bangladeshi Nationals in Gurugram, begins deportation process

Panchkula, Jul 16(UNI) As part of a special drive against illegal infiltration and in the interest of national security, Haryana Police has identified 13 Bangladeshi nationals residing illegally in Gurugram and initiated their deportation in accordance with the directions of the Government of India.

#Haryana Police identifies 13 illegal Bangladeshi Nationals in Gurugram # begins deportation process

Kharge urges PM Modi to hold all-party meeting on revised 131st Constitution Amendment Bill ahead of Monsoon session

New Delhi, Jul 16 (UNI) Congress President and Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking an all-party meeting to deliberate on the government''s reported plans regarding the revised 131st Constitution Amendment Bill, a move that comes days before the commencement of the Monsoon Session of Parliament and amid indications that the legislation could once again trigger a political confrontation.

#Kharge urges PM Modi to hold all-party meeting on revised 131st Constitution Amendment Bill ahead of Monsoon session

Srinagar to host 3rd Chinar Book Festival from July 18-26

Srinagar, July 16 (UNI) The National Book Trust (NBT), in collaboration with the District Administration Srinagar and the National Council for Promotion of Urdu Language (NCPUL), will organise the third edition of the Chinar Book Festival from July 18 to 26.

#Srinagar to host 3rd Chinar Book Festival from July 18-26

Drone transport cuts TB diagnosis time from 15 to 5 days in Telangana pilot: ICMR

New Delhi, Jul 16(UNI) Transporting tuberculosis (TB) sputum samples by drones can sharply reduce diagnostic delays and almost eliminate patients'' travel-related expenses in remote areas, according to a study by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) conducted under its i-DRONE initiative shared by the Health Ministry on Thursday.

#Drone transport cuts TB diagnosis time from 15 to 5 days in Telangana pilot: ICMR

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NEC allocated Rs 16.82 Cr for development of Tripura

Agartala, Jul 16 (UNI) The North Eastern Council (NEC) under Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) has allocated Rs 16.82 crore for Tripura to enhance rural infrastructure, agriculture, tribal welfare, education, healthcare, livelihoods, and cultural preservation.

#NEC allocated Rs 16.82 Cr for development of Tripura

Rahul Gandhi to visit Dehradun on July 17, alleges Uttarakhand became epicentre of paper leak menace

New Delhi, Jul 16 (UNI) Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Thursday announced that he will visit Dehradun on July 17 as part of the party''s "Chhatron Ki Goonj" campaign, alleging that Uttarakhand has been turned into the "epicentre" of the paper leak menace and accusing the government of failing to protect the future of young job aspirants.

#Rahul Gandhi to visit Dehradun on July 17 #alleges Uttarakhand became epicentre of paper leak menace

India's first private orbital class rocket Vikram-1 carrying diamond lotus, launch on July 18

Chennai, July 16 (UNI) Heralding a new age in India’s space sector, the country''s first privately developed orbital-class rocket Vikram-1, the first test flight named "Mission Aagaman" (Arrival), is all set for its maiden launch from the spaceport of Srharikota in Andhra Pradesh, about 100 km from here, on July 18 at 1130 hrs. .

#India's first private orbital class rocket Vikram-1 carrying diamond lotus # launch on July 18

BJP will not win more than 16 seats next time in Himachal Pradesh: CM Sukhu

Hamirpur (HP), July 16 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu claimed that the BJP would not be able to win more than 16 seats in the next Assembly elections.

#BJP will not win more than 16 seats next time in Himachal Pradesh: CM Sukhu

Western Railway extends Hisar–Khadki weekly special train services till July 19–20

Panchkula, Jul 15 (UNI) In a move aimed at improving passenger convenience and meeting the rising travel demand, Western Railway has further extended the operation of the Hisar–Khadki Weekly Special train services.

#Western Railway extends Hisar–Khadki weekly special train services till July 19–20

NCPCR reviews Child Labour Prevention efforts in Panchkula; 18 children rescued since January

Panchkula, July 15 (UNI) Eighteen children have been rescued from child labour in Panchkula district since January this year, even as the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) directed the administration to ensure mandatory FIR registration in every case of a child below 14 years being found employed.

#NCPCR reviews Child Labour Prevention efforts in Panchkula; 18 children rescued since January

Gill closes in on ODI No.1 ranking, Axar enters top 10 all-rounders after England ODI

London, July 15 (UNI) India''s victory over England in the opening ODI has brought significant gains for several players in the latest ICC rankings, with skipper Shubman Gill moving closer to the No.1 spot in the men''s ODI batting rankings and Axar Patel breaking into the top 10 among
all-rounders.

#Gill closes in on ODI No.1 ranking # Axar enters top 10 all-rounders after England ODI

IMD forecasts cloudy skies, light rain in Mumbai on July 16

Mumbai, July 15 (UNI) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast generally cloudy skies with light rainfall in Mumbai on Thursday, July 16, with temperatures expected to hover around 31°C during the day and 27°C at night.

#IMD forecasts cloudy skies # light rain in Mumbai on July 16

Lakhs throng Puri as Lord Jagannath's majestic Rath Yatra rolls out on Jul 16 amid tight security

Puri, July 15 (UNI) Braving torrential rains, lakhs of devotees are pouring into the pilgrim town of Puri by trains, buses and private vehicles to witness the world-famous Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath and his siblings on Thursday.

#Lakhs throng Puri as Lord Jagannath's majestic Rath Yatra rolls out on Jul 16 amid tight security

NEC releases over Rs 13.58 crore for key development projects in Meghalaya

Shillong, Jul 15 (UNI) The North Eastern Council (NEC) has released over Rs 13.58 crore for a series of development projects in Meghalaya during May and June 2026, covering healthcare, education, renewable energy, research, culture, connectivity and infrastructure, an official said on Wednesday.

#NEC releases over Rs 13.58 crore for key development projects in Meghalaya

Tata Group eyes USD 1 billion shipbuilding project in Kerala

Thiruvananthapuram, July 15 (UNI) The Tata Group has proposed to invest more than USD 1 billion (approximately ₹10,000 crore) in setting up a world-class shipbuilding facility in Kerala, in what could become one of the largest industrial investments in the state''s maritime sector.

#Tata Group eyes USD 1 billion shipbuilding project in Kerala

Sudarsan pattnaik creates 100 sand chariots at Puri beach to celebrate Rath Yatra

Bhubaneswar, July 15 (UNI) Internationally acclaimed sand artist and Padma Shri awardee Sudarsan Pattnaik has created a spectacular sand sculpture featuring Mahaprabhu Jagannath and 100 miniature sand chariots at Puri beach to mark the world-famous Ratha Jatra.

#Sudarsan pattnaik creates 100 sand chariots at Puri beach to celebrate Rath Yatra

Nearly 14 lakh Karnataka voter entries flagged for verification as roll revision nears key stage

Bengaluru, July 15 (UNI) Karnataka’s electoral roll revision exercise has entered a crucial phase with nearly 14 lakh voter entries marked under the ASDO (Absent, Shifted, Dead and Others) category requiring verification, even as enumeration forms have reached 95.58 per cent of the state’s electorate, Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) V Anbukkumar said on Wednesday.

#Nearly 14 lakh Karnataka voter entries flagged for verification as roll revision nears key stage

Isha Gramotsavam expands to 10 states for biggest-ever edition

Bengaluru, July 15 (UNI) Isha Gramotsavam, India''s largest rural sports festival, is set for its biggest edition yet, expanding to 10 states and one union Territory and bringing together more than 80,000 players from over 40,000 villages to compete for a prize pool exceeding Rs 1 crore, organisers said on Wednesday.

#Isha Gramotsavam expands to 10 states for biggest-ever edition

India launches Rs 1,500 cr biomedical research programme with Wellcome Trust support

New Delhi, Jul 15 (UNI) The Centre on Wednesday launched the third phase of the Biomedical Research Career Programme (BRCP), a Rs 1,500 crore initiative aimed at strengthening India''s biomedical research ecosystem, supporting scientific talent and accelerating the development of healthcare technologies.

#India launches Rs 1 #500 cr biomedical research programme with Wellcome Trust support

Adani Power inks PSA with MSEDCL to supply 1,600 MW of electricity

Mumbai, Jul 15 (UNI) Adani Power Ltd officially announced here on Wednesday that it has signed a 25-year Power Supply Agreement (PSA) with the state-run Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Ltd (MSEDCL) for the long-term supply of 1,600 MW of electricity from a new ultra-supercritical thermal power plant.

#Adani Power inks PSA with MSEDCL to supply 1 #600 MW of electricity

One in 10 Delhi govt school buildings unsafe due to AAP, BJP failures: Congress

New Delhi, July 15 (UNI) Delhi Congress president Devender Yadav on Wednesday alleged that both the previous Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government and the incumbent BJP government had failed to ensure safe infrastructure and quality education in government schools.

#One in 10 Delhi govt school buildings unsafe due to AAP # BJP failures: Congress

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Stock Markets give up sharp morning gains, Sensex sheds 130 points

New Delhi, Jul 15 (UNI) The Indian Stock Markets on Wednesday ended marginally lower after giving up most of their sharp morning gains.

#Stock Markets give up sharp morning gains # Sensex sheds 130 points

Sexual exploitation with false promise of marriage case: Janakpuri Police file charge sheet in 11 days

New Delhi, Jul 15 (UNI) Delhi Police''s Janakpuri Police Station has filed a charge sheet within 11 days in a case involving allegations of sexual exploitation on the false promise of marriage.

#Sexual exploitation with false promise of marriage case: Janakpuri Police file charge sheet in 11 days

West Bengal proposes shrinking Mahananda ESZ from 5 km to 1 km

Siliguri, Jul 15 (UNI) In a significant decision aimed at balancing environmental conservation with urban and industrial development, the West Bengal government on Wednesday resolved to recommend reducing the proposed Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) around the Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary from a five-kilometre radius to one kilometre.

#West Bengal proposes shrinking Mahananda ESZ from 5 km to 1 km

Haryana Police arrest 10 in Rs 43.12 lakh Telegram task and crypto trading cyber fraud

Panchkula, July 15 (UNI) Haryana Police have arrested 10 accused, including a woman, for allegedly cheating a Faridabad resident of Rs 43,12,928 through a Telegram-based part-time job and fake cryptocurrency trading scam. The accused were arrested from Noida, Delhi, Gurugram and Rohtak during different phases of the investigation.

#Haryana Police arrest 10 in Rs 43.12 lakh Telegram task and crypto trading cyber fraud

Amit Shah to review Indo-Bangladesh border security in Siliguri on July 18

Siliguri, July 15 (UNI) union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to visit Siliguri on Friday and chair a high-level review meeting on Saturday to assess the security situation along the Indo-Bangladesh border with senior officials of the bordering districts of North Bengal.

#Amit Shah to review Indo-Bangladesh border security in Siliguri on July 18

PM Modi to inaugurate redeveloped Hi-Tech City Railway Station on July 17

Hyderabad, July 15 (UNI) The redevelopment of Hi-Tech City Railway Station under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme has been completed at a cost of ₹26 crore, and the upgraded station will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi through video conferencing on July 17, South Central Railway (SCR) said on Wednesday.

#PM Modi to inaugurate redeveloped Hi-Tech City Railway Station on July 17

Home Credit India to acquire 100 pc stake in Varthana Fin

Chennai, July 15 (UNI) Home Credit India, part of TVS Venu, has agreed to acquire 100 per cent stake in Varthana Finance Private Limited through an all-cash transaction, subject to receipt of applicable regulatory approvals, including approval from the Reserve
Bank of India, and fulfilment of customary closing conditions.

#Home Credit India to acquire 100 pc stake in Varthana Fin

Bengaluru records hottest July day in 112 years

Bengaluru, July 15 (UNI) Bengaluru has recorded its hottest July day in 112 years, with the maximum temperature touching 33.6 degrees Celsius, surpassing the previous July record of 33.3 degrees Celsius set in 1914 and equalled in 1926, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

#Bengaluru records hottest July day in 112 years

Ex-DMK Min Senthilbalaji denies absconding in TVK MLA bribery case, one more arrested taking total detentions to 12

Chennai, July 15 (UNI) Former Minister and DMK heavyweight V Senthilbalaji, presently a Legislator elected from Coimbatore South constituency, has written to the police stating he has not absconded and that his name does not figure in the FIR in the case pertaining to alleged attempts to induce a ruling TVK MLA with a Rs 35 crore bribery offer, even as one more person was arrested on Wednesday taking the total to 12.

#Ex-DMK Min Senthilbalaji denies absconding in TVK MLA bribery case # one more arrested taking total detentions to 12

Amazon to invest Rs 1 lakh cr in Telangana by 2034: Revanth Reddy

Hyderabad, July 15 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Wednesday said Amazon is expected to invest Rs 1 lakh crore in Telangana by 2034, describing the foundation-laying ceremony for the company''s data centre at Future City as a major milestone in the state''s drive to attract global investments and establish Future City as an international business hub.

#Amazon to invest Rs 1 lakh cr in Telangana by 2034: Revanth Reddy

Cabinet approves Rs 1.27 lakh crore Semicon 2.0 to strengthen India's chip manufacturing ecosystem

New Delhi, Jul 15 (UNI) The union Cabinet on Wednesday approved Semicon 2.0, a new phase of the Centre''s semiconductor programme with a total budget outlay of Rs 1,27,500 crore, aimed at strengthening India''s semiconductor design and manufacturing ecosystem and providing long-term policy support to position the country as a global semiconductor hub.

#Cabinet approves Rs 1.27 lakh crore Semicon 2.0 to strengthen India's chip manufacturing ecosystem

CCEA approves Rs 14,447-cr Ganga Elevated Corridor to ease traffic, boost connectivity in Varanasi

New Delhi, Jul 15 (UNI) The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on Wednesday approved the construction of a 46.039-km six-lane Greenfield Elevated Corridor connecting National Highway-19 (NH-19) with the Varanasi Ring Road along the River Ganga in Uttar Pradesh at a total capital cost of Rs 14,447.64 crore, in a major push to decongest Varanasi and strengthen its transport infrastructure.

#CCEA approves Rs 14 #447-cr Ganga Elevated Corridor to ease traffic #boost connectivity in Varanasi

CCEA approves Rs 10,998-crore elevated Varuna corridor to transform Varanasi connectivity

New Delhi, Jul 15 (UNI) The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on Wednesday approved the construction of a 43.218-km six/four-lane elevated Link/Connector Corridor along the Varuna river bank in Uttar Pradesh at a total capital cost of Rs 10,998.32 crore, a major infrastructure project aimed at easing traffic congestion in Varanasi and improving connectivity to key transport and economic hubs.

#CCEA approves Rs 10 #998-crore elevated Varuna corridor to transform Varanasi connectivity

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NEC releases over Rs 19 cr for healthcare, roads, tourism and livelihood projects in Arunachal

Itanagar, July 15 (UNI) The North Eastern Council (NEC), under the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER), has released over Rs 19.03 crore during May–June 2026 to support a range of development projects in Arunachal Pradesh aimed at strengthening healthcare, education, tourism, rural development, agriculture, livelihoods and road connectivity.

#NEC releases over Rs 19 cr for healthcare # roads # tourism and livelihood projects in Arunachal

Odisha dentist directed to pay Rs 1 lakh in compensation for deficient service

Bhubaneswar, July 15 (UNI) The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, Kendrapara, has directed a private dentist to pay Rs 1 lakh in compensation to a woman after holding him guilty of medical negligence and deficiency in service in connection with a dental treatment that allegedly left her with prolonged health complications.

#Odisha dentist directed to pay Rs 1 lakh in compensation for deficient service

US Senate unveils revised Russia Sanctions bill; India, China face 100% tariff risk

Washington, Jul 15 (UNI) A bipartisan group of US senators has introduced a revised Russia sanctions bill that would impose tariffs of up to 100 per cent on the five largest buyers of Russian oil, including India and China, while easing the original proposal that called for blanket 500 per cent tariffs.

#US Senate unveils revised Russia Sanctions bill; India #China face 100% tariff risk

14 visits, prolonged complications: Dentist to pay Rs 1 lakh for medical negligence

Bhubaneswar, July 15 (UNI) The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, Kendrapara, has directed a private dentist to pay Rs 1 lakh in compensation to a woman after holding him guilty of medical negligence and deficiency in service in connection with a dental treatment that allegedly left her with prolonged health complications.

#14 visits # prolonged complications: Dentist to pay Rs 1 lakh for medical negligence

J&K: Shri Baba Buddha Amarnath Yatra likely to begin from Aug 17

Jammu, Jul 15 (UNI) The 12-day-long Shri Baba Buddha Amarnath Yatra is likely to begin on August 17 this year in the border district of Poonch in Jammu and Kashmir.

#J&K: Shri Baba Buddha Amarnath Yatra likely to begin from Aug 17

J&K: Shri Baba Buddha Amarnath Yatra likely to begin on Aug 17

Jammu, Jul 15 (UNI) The 12-day-long Shri Baba Buddha Amarnath Yatra this year is likely to begin on August 17 in the bordering Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir.

#J&K: Shri Baba Buddha Amarnath Yatra likely to begin on Aug 17

Weak SW monsoon over southern India to improve after July 17

Chennai, July 15 (UNI) The weak Southwest Monsoon over Southern peninsular India was expected to improve after July 17, the Met office said today.

#Weak SW monsoon over southern India to improve after July 17

Kerala hands over land lease to Caspian Techparks for Rs 150-crore 'Polaris' IT Tower at Infopark

Kochi, July 15 (UNI) The Kerala Government has handed over the lease agreement for 1.31 acres of land to Caspian Techparks India Pvt Ltd for the construction of ''Polaris'', a new ₹150-crore IT tower at the non-SEZ area of Infopark Kochi Phase II, as part of the State''s 100-day programme.

#Kerala hands over land lease to Caspian Techparks for Rs 150-crore 'Polaris' IT Tower at Infopark

RC Pranav to debut as lead editor with the Rs 100 crore Telugu fantasy epic film 'Nagabandham'.

Mumbai, July 14 (UNI) After building an extensive career across feature films, OTT projects and more than 600 commercials in five languages, film editor RC Pranav is set to make his debut as the lead editor on a big-budget feature with the Rs 100-crore Telugu fantasy epic "Nagabandham".

#RC Pranav to debut as lead editor with the Rs 100 crore Telugu fantasy epic film 'Nagabandham'.

Modi govt has allocated ₹194.42 crore to Sirmaur for power infrastructure, but Congress hiding the truth: Dr. Rajiv Bindal

Nahan, Jul 14 (UNI) Bharatiya Janata Party State President Dr. Rajiv Bindal said that the people of Himachal Pradesh should know that work is progressing rapidly on a historic ₹194.42 crore project under the Government of India''s Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) to comprehensively modernize and strengthen the power system in Sirmaur district.

#Modi govt has allocated ₹194.42 crore to Sirmaur for power infrastructure # but Congress hiding the truth: Dr. Rajiv Bindal

Around 12 lakh voters removed, 19 lakh under scanner, polling stations go up in Uttarakhand post SIR

Dehradun, Jul 14 (UNI) Around 12 lakh voters were removed while another 19 lakh names have detected discrepancies in their records in Uttarakhand''s draft electoral roll published today, as shared by the office of state Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) in Dehradun.

#Around 12 lakh voters removed # 19 lakh under scanner # polling stations go up in Uttarakhand post SIR

TTD trusts receive over Rs 1.30 crore in donations

Tirumala, July 14 (UNI) Various Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) trusts received donations exceeding Rs 1.30 crore from devotees and institutions on Tuesday.

#TTD trusts receive over Rs 1.30 crore in donations

India’s orange economy eyeing 12-15 pc global share in next decade: Dr Ashish Kulkarni

Nagpur, July 14 (UNI): Creative professionals, including filmmakers and digital content creators are playing a crucial role in strengthening India’s position in the global Orange Economy, said Dr Ashish Kulkarni, Member of the Board of Directors of the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) on Tuesday.

#India’s orange economy eyeing 12-15 pc global share in next decade: Dr Ashish Kulkarni

Maha: ABHM appeals CM to give compensation of Rs ₹15 lakh to families of 3 Warkaris killed in road accident

Nashik, Jul 14 (UNI) Akhil Bharat Hindu Mahasabha''s Senior National Vice President Vaibhavraj Raundal and Pune District President Arjun Medankar have urged the Maharashtra government to award compensation of Rs ₹15 lakh to the kin of each of three Warkaris who lost their lives in a tragic accident during the Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj *Palkhi* (palanquin) procession.

#Maha: ABHM appeals CM to give compensation of Rs ₹15 lakh to families of 3 Warkaris killed in road accident

Odisha extends Setu Bandhan Yojana till 2030-31, approves Rs 11,800 crore for 1,750 new bridges

Bhubaneswar, July 14 (UNI) The Odisha Cabinet on Tuesday approved the extension of the Setu Bandhan Yojana (SBY) till 2030-31 and sanctioned an outlay of Rs 11,800 crore for the construction of 1,750 new bridges and completion of 1,417 ongoing bridge projects across the state.

#Odisha extends Setu Bandhan Yojana till 2030-31 # approves Rs 11 #800 crore for 1 #750 new bridges

July 14, 1999: The Day India Declared Victory After Reclaiming Kargil Heights

New Delhi, July 14 (UNI) Twenty-seven years after July 14, 1999, the day India declared victory in Operation Vijay and Pakistan announced the withdrawal of its forces from the Kargil conflict, the nation continues to remember the decisive turning point that showcased the courage, sacrifice and unwavering resolve of the Indian Armed Forces.

#July 14 # 1999: The Day India Declared Victory After Reclaiming Kargil Heights

Flood disaster worse than 1950 earthquake: MP Tai Tagak

Itanagar, July 14 (UNI) Rajya Sabha MP from Arunachal Pradesh, Tai Tagak, has described the ongoing floods and landslides across the state as a disaster more devastating than the aftermath of the 1950 earthquake in terms of its impact on lives, livelihoods, agriculture and infrastructure, and urged the Centre to announce a Special Central Flood Relief Package.

#Flood disaster worse than 1950 earthquake: MP Tai Tagak

Sonam Wangchuk's Health Raises Alarm; Eminent Voices Urge Activist to End 17-Day Fast

New Delhi, July 14 (UNI) As education reform activist and innovator Sonam Wangchuk''s indefinite hunger strike entered its 17th day on Tuesday, a growing chorus of political leaders, public figures, academics and activists appealed to him to end his fast, expressing concern over his declining health while urging him to continue his campaign through other means.

#Sonam Wangchuk's Health Raises Alarm; Eminent Voices Urge Activist to End 17-Day Fast

Significant spike in mercury level, Madurai records day's highest 108.5 Deg F in India, heat wave warning issued

Chennai, July 14 (UNI) With several coastal districts of Tamil Nadu including the Chennai and its neighbouring districts reeling under scorching heat due to spike in the mercury level by a couple of notches during the last few days, Madurai airport recorded perhaps India''s highest day temperature of 108.5 Deg F on Tuesday, as similar pattern was expected to continue for the next few days.

#Significant spike in mercury level # Madurai records day's highest 108.5 Deg F in India # heat wave warning issued

Amarnath Yatra sets new historic record: Over 3 lakh pilgrims perform Darshan in 12 days

Srinagar, July 14 (UNI The annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra this year has set a new historic record, with the total number of pilgrims crossing the 3 lakh mark in the first 12 days.

#Amarnath Yatra sets new historic record: Over 3 lakh pilgrims perform Darshan in 12 days

Ram Mandir donation theft case: Tinnu and Subhash granted 14-hour police remand

Ayodhya, Jul 14 (UNI) In the investigation of the Ram Mandir donation theft case, the court of the Special Judge (Anti-Corruption) has ordered the two main accused, Ramshankar Yadav alias Tinnu and Subhash Srivastava, to be remanded to police custody for 14 hours.

#Ram Mandir donation theft case: Tinnu and Subhash granted 14-hour police remand

MP: Govt okays development proposals worth ₹10,800 crore

Bhopal, Jul 14 (UNI) The Madhya Pradesh BJP government on Tuesday approved various development proposals worth ₹10,800 crore to strengthen the state''s infrastructure and public welfare.

#MP: Govt okays development proposals worth ₹10 #800 crore

TTD revises donor privileges, new norms to take effect from July 14 midnight

Tirumala, Jul 14 (UNI) Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Chairman BR Naidu on Tuesday announced revised donor privileges for those contributing to various TTD trusts and schemes, saying the changes are aimed at ensuring greater transparency and uniformity in the management of donations.

#TTD revises donor privileges # new norms to take effect from July 14 midnight

From Delhi’s National War Memorial to Dras: Sacred soil begins 1,900-km journey to honour Kargil heroes

Parwinder Sandhu
New Delhi, Jul 14 (UNI) Carrying the sacred soil of the capital-based National War Memorial to the Kargil War Memorial in Dras as a tribute to India’s fallen soldiers, a 30-member motorcycle expedition was flagged off on Tuesday, marking the beginning of a 13-day journey to commemorate the valour and sacrifice of the heroes of the 1999 Kargil War.

#From Delhi’s National War Memorial to Dras: Sacred soil begins 1 #900-km journey to honour Kargil heroes

Former SCERT Director Manoj Padhy arrested over textbook errors, Rs 175 crore loss to Odisha exchequer

Bhubaneswar, July 14 (UNI) The Odisha Crime Branch on Tuesday arrested former State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) Director Manoj Kumar Padhy in connection with errors detected in Odia textbooks for Classes I to VIII, which allegedly caused a loss of about Rs 175 crore to the State exchequer.

#Former SCERT Director Manoj Padhy arrested over textbook errors # Rs 175 crore loss to Odisha exchequer

PM Modi to virtually inaugurate Maharshi Chyawan Govt Medical College, Rao Tula Ram Hospital on July 17

Chandigarh, Jul 14 (UNI) Healthcare infrastructure in south Haryana is set for a major boost as Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually inaugurate the Maharshi Chyawan Government Medical College and Rao Tula Ram Hospital at Koriawas in Mahendragarh district on July 17 from a state-level function to be held at Eklavya Stadium in Jind.

#PM Modi to virtually inaugurate Maharshi Chyawan Govt Medical College # Rao Tula Ram Hospital on July 17

Taslima Nasrin to return to Kolkata after nearly 2 decades, set to attend literary event on Aug 1

Kolkata, Jul 14 (UNI) Controversial Bangladeshi author and activist Taslima Nasrin is set to return to Kolkata after nearly 20 years to participate in a literary and cultural programme at Rabindra Sadan in Kolkata on August 1.

#Taslima Nasrin to return to Kolkata after nearly 2 decades # set to attend literary event on Aug 1

Rainfall activity likely to increase across Northwest India from July 18, says IMD

Panchkula, Jul 14 (UNI) Rainfall activity over Haryana and other parts of northwest India is expected to increase from July 18, even as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast isolated rain and thundershowers over the region during the next three days. The weather office, however, said there is no significant change in maximum temperatures likely over the plains of northwest India during the next seven days.

#Rainfall activity likely to increase across Northwest India from July 18 # says IMD

West Bengal hands over 1,024.75 acres to BSF to accelerate border fencing along Bangladesh frontier

Kolkata, July 14 (UNI) In a major step towards strengthening national security and improving border management, the West Bengal government has handed over 1,024.75 acres of land to the Border Security Force (BSF) for the construction of border fencing and other critical infrastructure along the India-Bangladesh border.

#West Bengal hands over 1 #024.75 acres to BSF to accelerate border fencing along Bangladesh frontier

Aditya Birla Group to buy Shell's Sprng Energy for Rs 17,200 Crore

Mumbai, Jul 14 (UNI) Aditya Birla Renewables Limited (ABRen), a subsidiary of Grasim Industries Ltd, has officially announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire 100% equity shares and securities of Solenergi Power Private Limited, which owns the Sprng Energy group of companies, from Shell Overseas Investment B.V., which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Shell PLC.
According to the official statement, this transaction is amongst the largest acquisitions in India’s renewable energy sector both by value and scale.

#Aditya Birla Group to buy Shell's Sprng Energy for Rs 17 #200 Crore

Aditya Birla group to buy Shell's Sprng Energy for Rs 17,200 cr

Mumbai, July 14 (UNI) Aditya Birla Renewables Limited (ABRen), a subsidiary of Grasim Industries Ltd has officially announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire 100% equity shares and securities of Solenergi Power Private Limited, which owns the Sprng Energy group of companies, from Shell Overseas Investment B.V., which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Shell PLC.

#Aditya Birla group to buy Shell's Sprng Energy for Rs 17 #200 cr

Three women killed, 12 injured as tractor-trolley carrying them overturns

Araria, July 14 (UNI) At least three women agricultural workers were killed and 12 others injured after a tractor-trolley carrying farm labourers tumbled into a water-logged ditch in Araria district on Tuesday. The tractor reportedly went out of control after its brakes failed and overturned, police said.

#Three women killed # 12 injured as tractor-trolley carrying them overturns

Police bust Rs 120-crore Adichunchanagiri Mutt land grab, 11 arrested

Bengaluru, July 14 (UNI) In one of the biggest land frauds unearthed in Bengaluru in recent years, the city police have busted an alleged Rs 120-crore land-grabbing syndicate that used forged family trees, fake revenue records and the identities of the dead to usurp six acres of prime land belonging to the Sri Adichunchanagiri Mahasamsthana Math.

#Police bust Rs 120-crore Adichunchanagiri Mutt land grab # 11 arrested

Karnataka launches Rs 1,010-cr Bharat Jodo Yuva Sangha scheme

Bengaluru, July 14 (UNI) Karnataka Government has approved an ambitious Rs 1,010-crore programme to establish 10,000 Bharat Jodo Yuva Sanghas (BJYS) across the state, with each youth body receiving an annual grant of Rs 10 lakh to undertake sports, community development and leadership-building activities.

#Karnataka launches Rs 1 #010-cr Bharat Jodo Yuva Sangha scheme

Haryana bets Rs 100 cr on climate fight, targets 2.3 cr trees in green push

Chandigarh, July 14 (UNI) As climate change fuels erratic weather, rising temperatures and growing environmental concerns, the Haryana government has announced a Rs 100-crore Green Climate Resilience Fund, marking its biggest financial commitment yet towards climate adaptation and environmental protection.

#Haryana bets Rs 100 cr on climate fight # targets 2.3 cr trees in green push

AP: Ex-CM Jagan Reddy consoles fishermen's families, demands Rs 1 Cr. compensation

Visakhapatnam, Jul 14 (UNI) Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has blamed the Chandrababu Naidu-headed government''s negligence for the death of six fishermen and demanded compensation of Rs 1 crore each for the affected families.

#AP: Ex-CM Jagan Reddy consoles fishermen's families # demands Rs 1 Cr. compensation

Jacobite Church to enthrone Dr. Kuriakose Mar Theophilos as Thiruvananthapuram Metropolitan on July 15

Thiruvananthapuram, July 14 (UNI) The Jacobite Syrian Christian Church will formally enthrone Bishop Dr. Kuriakose Mar Theophilos as the first Metropolitan of its newly formed Thiruvananthapuram Region at a solemn ceremony to be held at 5 pm on July 15 at St. Peter''s Jacobite Simhasana Cathedral in the state capital.

#Jacobite Church to enthrone Dr. Kuriakose Mar Theophilos as Thiruvananthapuram Metropolitan on July 15

Odisha CM hails Animesh Kujur for record-breaking 100m sprint in Germany

Bhubaneswar, July 14 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday congratulated ace sprinter Animesh Kujur for his remarkable performance in the 100-metre race at the ‘Fast Arms Fast Legs’ meet in Germany.

#Odisha CM hails Animesh Kujur for record-breaking 100m sprint in Germany

Over 100 surgeons from across India gather in Chennai to mark World Plastic Surgery day

Chennai, July 14 (UNI) A National High-Definition Liposuction Masterclass and public awareness initiative was successfully conducted by Spectra Medicals Private Limited, Chennai, on the eve of the World Plastic Surgery Day.

#Over 100 surgeons from across India gather in Chennai to mark World Plastic Surgery day

CBI files 16th chargesheet in homebuyers' fraud case against builder, bank officials

New Delhi, July 14 (UNI) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday said it has filed its 16th chargesheet against Saha Infratech Pvt. Ltd., its Director, and officials of HDFC Bank Ltd. and ICICI Bank Ltd. in connection with alleged fraudulent activities related to a housing project in Noida.

#CBI files 16th chargesheet in homebuyers' fraud case against builder # bank officials

'Shaurya Vijay Yatra' begins from National War Memorial; 28 riders set out on 1,900-km journey to honour Kargil Heroes

Parwinder Sandhu
New Delhi, Jul 14 (UNI) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday flagged off the ''Shaurya Vijay Yatra'', a 13-day commemorative motorcycle expedition from the National War Memorial in New Delhi to the Kargil War Memorial at Dras, Ladakh, as part of the nationwide observance of Kargil Vijay Diwas 2026.

#'Shaurya Vijay Yatra' begins from National War Memorial; 28 riders set out on 1 #900-km journey to honour Kargil Heroes

18th IDSFFK to be held in Kerala from Oct 2 to 7; total 1,741 entries received

Thiruvananthapuram, July 14 (UNI) The 18th International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala (IDSFFK), Kerala''s flagship festival showcasing documentary and short films, will be held in Thiruvananthapuram from October 2 to 7, Tourism, Culture and Cinema Minister P.C. Vishnunath announced on Tuesday.

#18th IDSFFK to be held in Kerala from Oct 2 to 7; total 1 #741 entries received

J&K: 12 bikers, SUV driver fined for illegal off-roading in Ladakh

Srinagar, July 14 (UNI) The Ladakh Administration has fined 12 motorcyclists a total of Rs 1.20 lakh and imposed a Rs 50,000 penalty on an SUV owner for illegally driving through protected wildlife areas, marking its first major enforcement action against a motorcycle group for off-roading in ecologically sensitive zones.

#J&K: 12 bikers # SUV driver fined for illegal off-roading in Ladakh

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Home department budget to be debated in Bengal Assembly after 15 Years

Kolkata, Jul 14 (UNI) The second phase of the West Bengal Assembly''s Budget session will commence on July 17 and continue till July 25, during which ministers in charge of various departments will present and seek approval for their respective budgetary demands.

#Home department budget to be debated in Bengal Assembly after 15 Years

Mortal remains of 5 of the 10 tourists died in Vietnam boat capsize, brought to TN

Chennai, July 14 (UNI) The mortal remains of five of the 10 tourists drowned in the July 11 deadly Vietnam boat capsize, were brought to Tamil Nadu on Tuesday.

#Mortal remains of 5 of the 10 tourists died in Vietnam boat capsize # brought to TN

Vijay unveils Rs 139 cr healthcare projects, launches ‘Nalam TN’ digital platform

Chennai, July 14 (UNI) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay on Tuesday inaugurated healthcare infrastructure projects worth Rs 139 crore across the state and launched “Nalam TN,” an integrated digital platform aimed at improving public access to government healthcare services and handed over appointment orders to over 2,000 Assistant Medical Officers (AMOs) and health inspectors.

#Vijay unveils Rs 139 cr healthcare projects # launches ‘Nalam TN’ digital platform

Railways mandates digital duty passes from July 15; tightens voluntary retirement rules

Panchkula, Jul 14 (UNI) In two significant decisions affecting railway employees across the country, the Railway Board has made the issuance of Duty Passes completely digital from July 15, 2026, while also revising the rules governing voluntary retirement to prevent employees facing disciplinary or judicial proceedings from leaving service without approval.

#Railways mandates digital duty passes from July 15; tightens voluntary retirement rules

Maha: Drunk tourist rescued 150 metres inside sea at Alibag beach

Mumbai, July 14 (UNI) A tourist was rescued from drowning by a team of lifeguards after he ventured deep into the sea in an inebriated condition and was caught in strong waves at Alibag beach in Maharashtra''s Raigad district, officials said on Tuesday.

#Maha: Drunk tourist rescued 150 metres inside sea at Alibag beach

Bodies of 15 Indians killed in Vietnam boat tragedy despatched from Mumbai

Mumbai, July 14 (UNI) The bodies of 15 Indian tourists who died in a tragic boat capsize off Vietnam''s Phu Quoc Island were despatched from Mumbai on Tuesday to their respective hometowns, officials said.

#Bodies of 15 Indians killed in Vietnam boat tragedy despatched from Mumbai

IIT-ISM alumnus pledges Rs 10 crore in centenary year

Dhanbad, July 14 (UNI) IIT (ISM) Dhanbad has honoured distinguished alumnus Dr Mohinder Singh Gulati with its Special Centenary Award after he pledged Rs 10 crore for the construction of a multi-purpose convention hall on the campus.

#IIT-ISM alumnus pledges Rs 10 crore in centenary year

Northeast’s 1st paperless hospital begins OPD service in Agartala

Agartala, July 14 (UNI) Taking a major leap towards digital healthcare, Dr Syama Prasad Mukherjee Agartala Civil Hospital, recognised as the first paperless hospital in Northeast India, launched its evening Outpatient Department (OPD) services.

#Northeast’s 1st paperless hospital begins OPD service in Agartala

Monsoon to stay active in Northwest India; Rain likely across Haryana, Delhi, Punjab till July 19

Panchkula, July 14 (UNI) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast an active southwest monsoon spell over Northwest India, with intermittent rainfall expected to continue over Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi till July 19. The weather department has also warned of thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds in several parts of the region, while heavy rainfall is likely over the Himalayan states during the second half of the week.

#Monsoon to stay active in Northwest India; Rain likely across Haryana # Delhi # Punjab till July 19

Kerala's ISO-Certified Kudumbashree CDSs rise to 784 as 167 more earn recognition

Thiruvananthapuram, July 14 (UNI) Reinforcing its commitment to efficient, transparent and people-centric governance at the grassroots level, 167 more Community Development Societies (CDSs) under Kerala''s Kudumbashree Mission have been awarded ISO 9001:2015 certification, raising the total number of certified CDSs in the State to 784 out of 1,070.

#Kerala's ISO-Certified Kudumbashree CDSs rise to 784 as 167 more earn recognition

New poster of "Batwara 1947" unveiled ahead of Independence day release

Mumbai, Jul 13 (UNI) The makers of "Batwara 1947", starring Sunny Deol, have released a new poster from the historical drama, revealing the first look of the character Krishna and adding fresh momentum to the film''s promotional campaign.

#New poster of "Batwara 1947" unveiled ahead of Independence day release

Mumbai boy, 10, drowns in Andheri lake; search ops underway

Mumbai, July 13 (UNI) A 10-year-old boy allegedly drowned while swimming in a private lake in Andheri West on Monday afternoon, officials said.

#Mumbai boy # 10 # drowns in Andheri lake; search ops underway

After 14-Day Anabasar, Trinity of Sri Jagannath temple set for nabajouban darshan

Puri, July 13 (UNI) Lord Jagannath, his elder brother Lord Balabhadra and sister Devi Subhadra will reappear before devotees in renewed youthful vigour during the Nabajouban Darshan at the Sri Jagannath Temple on Wednesday after remaining in Anabasar for 14 days.

#After 14-Day Anabasar # Trinity of Sri Jagannath temple set for nabajouban darshan

Maha: Satara district administration all set to welcome 'Palkhi' of Sant Dnyaneshwar on July 15

Satara, Jul 13 ( UNI) The district administration has geared up to welcome the Warkaris carrying the palanquin of Sant Shrestha Dnyaneshwar, who will take a brief halt in the district from July 15 to 18 while on the way to temple town of Pandharpur to pay their obeisance to Lord Vitthal on auspicious Ashadhi Ekadashi day.

#Maha: Satara district administration all set to welcome 'Palkhi' of Sant Dnyaneshwar on July 15

Amenities being provided by spending Rs 1,200 Cr. for Godavari pushkarams pilgrims: Naidu

Rajahmundry, July 13 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Monday said the government is spending Rs 1,200 crore to provide basic amenities for the pilgrims converging for the Godavari pushkarams, considered a mini-Kumbhamela beginning in the last week of July next year.

#Amenities being provided by spending Rs 1 #200 Cr. for Godavari pushkarams pilgrims: Naidu

Court sends 15 drunk drivers to jail in Kakinada

Kakinada, Jul 13 (UNI) A court in Kakinada on Monday sentenced 15 persons to imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 10,000 each on 26 others in separate drunken driving cases, police said.

#Court sends 15 drunk drivers to jail in Kakinada

Sonam Wangchuk’s Health Deteriorates on 16th Day of Hunger Strike; CJP Appeals for Nationwide Support Ahead of Parliament March

New Delhi, July 13 (UNI) Education reform activist Sonam Wangchuk’s health has deteriorated further onMonday as his indefinite hunger strike entered the 16th day, with the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) raising concerns over his condition and appealing to citizens to join a proposed peaceful march to Parliament on July 20.

#Sonam Wangchuk’s Health Deteriorates on 16th Day of Hunger Strike; CJP Appeals for Nationwide Support Ahead of Parliament March

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Applications invited for CEO's position of Ram Temple; deadline July 18

Ayodhya, Jul 13 (UNI) The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra has invited applications from qualified and interested candidates for the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ram Temple.

#Applications invited for CEO's position of Ram Temple; deadline July 18

BJP kicks off 1,200-km Singareni Bharosa Yatra across Telangana

Hyderabad, July 13 (UNI) The Telangana unit of the BJP on Sunday launched a two-day "Singareni Bharosa Yatra" to highlight the Centre''s allocation of the Tadicherla-II coal block to the Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) and accuse the previous BRS and the ruling Congress governments of neglecting the state-owned coal miner.

#BJP kicks off 1 #200-km Singareni Bharosa Yatra across Telangana

Haryana Police busts cyber fraud networks, 12 arrested in one day

Panchkula, Jul 13 (UNI) The Haryana Police has dealt a major blow to organised cyber fraud networks by arresting 12 accused in seven separate cyber fraud cases involving more than Rs 1.95 crore, a police spokesman said. .

#Haryana Police busts cyber fraud networks # 12 arrested in one day

IMD forecasts week-long rain spell across North India; Haryana likely to receive intermittent showers till July 19

Panchkula, Jul 13 (UNI)The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a week-long spell of rainfall across large parts of North India, with Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Punjab, and West Uttar Pradesh likely to witness isolated to scattered rainfall from July 13 to July 19.

#IMD forecasts week-long rain spell across North India; Haryana likely to receive intermittent showers till July 19

Maharashtra’s Rs 82.78 crore anti-Naxal helicopter remained grounded for 17 months due to maintenance delay: CAG

Nagpur/Mumbai, July 13 (UNI): A helicopter purchased by the Maharashtra government for anti-Naxalite operations remained out of service for over 17 months due to delays in appointing a maintenance agency, resulting in an avoidable expenditure of Rs 2.07 crore, the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has pointed out.

#Maharashtra’s Rs 82.78 crore anti-Naxal helicopter remained grounded for 17 months due to maintenance delay: CAG

Kidney trafficking case: SIT seizes Hyundai Creta, Rs 11.50 lakh linked to prime accused Dr Krishna

Chandrapur, July 13 (UNI): In a major development in the inter-state kidney trafficking racket, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) has seized a luxury Hyundai Creta car allegedly purchased from illegal proceeds and Rs 11.50 lakh transferred to the account of the brother of prime accused Dr Krishna alias Ramakrishna Sunchu, officials said on Monday.

#Kidney trafficking case: SIT seizes Hyundai Creta # Rs 11.50 lakh linked to prime accused Dr Krishna

End of an era: Fleming leaves Chennai Super Kings after 18 years

New Delhi, July 13 (UNI) Stephen Fleming’s 18-year association with Chennai Super Kings came to an end on Monday after the five-time IPL champions and their long-serving head coach mutually agreed to part ways following a string of disappointing seasons.

#End of an era: Fleming leaves Chennai Super Kings after 18 years

PM Modi’s Punjab visit: Jalandhar Cantt Station gets major makeover ahead of July 17 inauguration

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Chandigarh, Jul 13 (UNI) Preparations for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Punjab visit scheduled on July 17 are in the final stage, with officials working round the clock to ensure a smooth and secure event.

#PM Modi’s Punjab visit: Jalandhar Cantt Station gets major makeover ahead of July 17 inauguration

BJP turned 1931 'martyrs' into Hindu-Muslim issue: Mehbooba Mufti

Srinagar, July 13 (UNI) Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Monday accused the BJP of attempting to communalise the legacy of the 1931 ''martyrs'', alleging that the party had turned their sacrifice into a "Hindu-Muslim, Dogra-Kashmiri and Jammu-Kashmir" issue.

#BJP turned 1931 'martyrs' into Hindu-Muslim issue: Mehbooba Mufti

Curbs on July 13 expose J&K 'normalcy' claims': Omar Abdullah

Srinagar, July 13 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said that the restrictions imposed on leaders from visiting the Martyrs'' Graveyard in Old Srinagar on July 13 exposed the claims of normalcy in the union Territory, asserting that the curbs discredited those who took the decision.

#Curbs on July 13 expose J&K 'normalcy' claims': Omar Abdullah

Wanted fraudster facing 11 cheating cases arrested by EOW Kashmir, sent to central jail

Srinagar, July 13 (UNI) A wanted fraudster facing 11 criminal cases related to cheating, forgery and fake government job scams was arrested by the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir after evading arrest for years and has been lodged in Central Jail, Srinagar, following court orders, officials said on Monday.

#Wanted fraudster facing 11 cheating cases arrested by EOW Kashmir # sent to central jail

UPT20 Season 4 to begin on Aug 14; League to be hosted in 2 cities for 1st time

Kanpur, July 13 (UNI) The UP T20 League (UPT20 Season 4) will be held from August 14 to September 6.

#UPT20 Season 4 to begin on Aug 14; League to be hosted in 2 cities for 1st time

J&K: 15 Kathua Army Public School students to train under ex Indian cricketer at Da One High Performance Centre

Jammu, Jul 13 (UNI) Da One Sports’ partnership with Army Public School (APS), Janglot, Jammu, achieved its first major milestone as 15 promising students from Kathua earned an opportunity to train under former India cricketer and ex-national team selector Saba Karim at the flagship Da One High Performance Centre (HPC) in Gwalior.

#J&K: 15 Kathua Army Public School students to train under ex Indian cricketer at Da One High Performance Centre

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'Bribery offer' allegations: BJP serves Rs 100 cr defamation notice on J&K CM

Jammu, July 13 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), unit of Jammu and Kashmir unit, has served a legal notice on the Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, demanding withdrawal of his alleged remarks accusing the party of attempting to lure National Conference MLAs with money and ministerial positions.

#'Bribery offer' allegations: BJP serves Rs 100 cr defamation notice on J&K CM

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BJP issues legal notice to CM Omar Abdullah, seeks apology and warns of Rs 100 crore defamation suit

Srinagar, July 13 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu and Kashmir unit, on Monday served a legal notice on Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, demanding that he withdraw allegations of poaching against the BJP and issue an unconditional public apology within seven days, failing which it has threatened to initiate civil and criminal defamation proceedings seeking damages of Rs 100 crore.

#BJP issues legal notice to CM Omar Abdullah # seeks apology and warns of Rs 100 crore defamation suit

Heavy rainfall likely over Uttarakhand, east UP; scattered showers expected in Haryana, Delhi and Punjab till July 18: IMD

Panchkula, July 13 (UNI) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast an active monsoon spell across large parts of the country till July 18, with heavy to very heavy rainfall likely in several states and isolated to scattered rainfall expected over Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and Punjab.

#Heavy rainfall likely over Uttarakhand # east UP; scattered showers expected in Haryana # Delhi and Punjab till July 18: IMD

TTD to release October darshan, accommodation quotas from July 18

Tirumala, July 12 (UNI) Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) will begin the online release of darshan tickets, Arjitha Sevas and accommodation quotas for October 2026 from July 18.

#TTD to release October darshan # accommodation quotas from July 18

Ariana Grande not to feature in 'American Horror Story' season 13

Los Angeles, July 12 (UNI) American pop singer and actress Ariana Grande will no longer be associated with the 13th instalment of "American Horror Story" premiering from September 24, owing to clashes in production dates with her Eternal Sunshine Tour taking place at the same time.

#Ariana Grande not to feature in 'American Horror Story' season 13

West Bengal sets 1-month deadline for tea gardens to clear PF, gratuity dues

Siliguri, Jul 12 (UNI) The West Bengal government today issued a one-month deadline to defaulting tea garden managements to clear pending provident fund (PF) and gratuity dues, warning that failure to comply would invite legal action, including FIRs and possible imprisonment.

#West Bengal sets 1-month deadline for tea gardens to clear PF # gratuity dues

Ladakh gets 17 new tehsils as LG approves major administrative reorganisation

Srinagar, July 12 (UNI) In a major administrative overhaul, Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena has approved the creation of 17 new tehsils and a comprehensive reorganisation of revenue villages in Ladakh, taking the total number of tehsils in the union Territory from 15 to 32.

#Ladakh gets 17 new tehsils as LG approves major administrative reorganisation

NC says it remains true custodian of legacy of July 13 martyrs

Srinagar, July 12 (UNI) National Conference president Farooq Abdullah and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday said that their party is the true custodian of the legacy of the July 13 martyrs and pledged to uphold their vision of a just, peaceful and prosperous Jammu and Kashmir.

#NC says it remains true custodian of legacy of July 13 martyrs

AP: Berry Alloys to invest Rs 1,200 Cr. in AP

Vijayawada, July 12 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh has cleared the allotment of 93.43 acres of land to Berry Alloys Ltd for the establishment of a Rs 1,200-crore integrated manganese and steel materials complex at the Bobbili Growth Centre in Vizianagaram district.

#AP: Berry Alloys to invest Rs 1 #200 Cr. in AP

Maha: AMP invites nominations for 10th National Awards for Excellence in Education 2026

Mumbai, Jul 12 (UNI) The Association of Muslim Professionals (AMP) has announced the commencement of nominations for the Tenth AMP National Awards for Excellence in Education 2026, marking a significant milestone in its decade-long initiative to recognise and celebrate outstanding contributions to the field of education.

#Maha: AMP invites nominations for 10th National Awards for Excellence in Education 2026

HPRCA reopens applications for 105 additional paramedical post

Shimla, July 12 (UNI) The Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA) has reopened the online application process for recruitment to 105 additional paramedical posts, including Operation Theatre Assistants, Radiographers and Senior Laboratory Technicians, to strengthen healthcare services across the state.

#HPRCA reopens applications for 105 additional paramedical post

Amit Shah to hold strategy session with BJP MLAs, MPs in Bengal on July 19

Kolkata, July 12 (UNI) union Home Minister Amit Shah will hold a crucial meeting with BJP MPs, MLAs and senior state leaders here on July 19 during his two-day visit to West Bengal, with the focus expected to be on defining the role of the party organisation and elected representatives following the BJP''s assumption of power in the state.

#Amit Shah to hold strategy session with BJP MLAs # MPs in Bengal on July 19

AP: CM to launch crest gates replacement works of Cotton barrage on Jul 13

Vijayawada, Jul 12 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu will formally inaugurate the replacement works of the Sir Arthur Cotton Dowleswaram barrage, located near Rajamahendravaram on Monday.

#AP: CM to launch crest gates replacement works of Cotton barrage on Jul 13

Amit Shah to inaugurate new vegetable sub-yard at Dahegam APMC’s Amrit Mahotsav celebrations on July 13

New Delhi, Jul 12 (UNI) union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah will inaugurate the newly developed vegetable sub-yard of the Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC) at Dahegam in Gujarat’s Gandhinagar district on July 13, as part of the APMC’s Amrit Mahotsav celebrations.

#Amit Shah to inaugurate new vegetable sub-yard at Dahegam APMC’s Amrit Mahotsav celebrations on July 13

Haryana: Police busts Rs ₹13.10 lakh cyber fraud; Zimbabweanr, Nigerian nationals arrested

Panchkula, Jul 12 (UNI) Haryana Police has busted an alleged international cyber fraud network with the arrest of two foreign nationals accused of duping a retired central government officer of Rs ₹13.10 lakh by posing as women from the United Kingdom and luring him into investing in a fake pharmaceutical business with promises of threefold returns.

#Haryana: Police busts Rs ₹13.10 lakh cyber fraud; Zimbabweanr # Nigerian nationals arrested

BJP demands Rs 10,000 monthly honorarium for mid-day meal workers in Telangana

Hyderabad, July 12 (UNI) BJP Telangana president N Ramchander Rao on Sunday demanded that the state government immediately enhance the monthly honorarium of mid-day meal workers to Rs 10,000, as promised in the Congress party''s election manifesto.

#BJP demands Rs 10 #000 monthly honorarium for mid-day meal workers in Telangana

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Over 100 families evacuated in south Mizoram as floods, landslides batter state

Aizawl, July 12 (UNI) More than 100 families had been evacuated from flood-hit areas of
southern Mizoram as of Saturday as relentless monsoon rain continued to batter the state, triggering widespread flooding, landslides and road blockades across several districts.

#Over 100 families evacuated in south Mizoram as floods # landslides batter state

Bihar CM announces new tech. University, unveils Rs 1,047 cr. Projects in Muzaffarpur

Muzaffarpur, Jul 12 ( UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary Sunday unveiled development projects worth Rs 1,047.09 crore in Muzaffarpur and announced the establishment of an Architecture and Civil Engineering University.

#Bihar CM announces new tech. University # unveils Rs 1 #047 cr. Projects in Muzaffarpur

Mortal remains of 15 Indians killed in Phu Quoc boat accident reach Ho Chi Minh City

By Parwinder Sandhu

New Delhi, Jul 12 (UNI) The Indian Embassy in Vietnam today began arrangements for the repatriation of the mortal remains of 15 Indian nationals who lost their lives in a boat accident near Phu Quoc Island, as Vietnamese authorities launched a probe into the tragedy.

#Mortal remains of 15 Indians killed in Phu Quoc boat accident reach Ho Chi Minh City

INAE preschool for aged 1-4 launched in Chennai

Chennai, July 12 (UNI) The INAE pre-school, is an inquiry-based early learning school for kids aged 1–4, was launched in Chennai on Sunday.

#INAE preschool for aged 1-4 launched in Chennai

Ahmedabad Green Mission: Amit Shah launches plantation drive, inaugurates 101 oxygen parks

New Delhi, July 12 (UNI) union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on Sunday inaugurated a mass tree plantation drive under the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation’s (AMC) Mission 5 Million Trees initiative and inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for several development projects in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.

#Ahmedabad Green Mission: Amit Shah launches plantation drive # inaugurates 101 oxygen parks

Market valuation of four top 10 firms rises over Rs 92,000 cr, led by HDFC bank and Airtel

New Delhi, Jul 12 (UNI) The market valuation of four of the top 10 firms increased by Rs 92,995.48 crore last week, with HDFC Bank and Bharti Airtel emerging as the key gainers.

#Market valuation of four top 10 firms rises over Rs 92 #000 cr # led by HDFC bank and Airtel

Haryana Police intensifies drug crackdown in Gurugram; 152 arrested

Panchkula, July 12 (UNI) Haryana Police has intensified its crackdown on the narcotics trade in Gurugram, arresting 152 alleged drug traffickers and suppliers in the first six months of 2026 while demolishing the illegal properties of 10 identified drug peddlers as part of its zero-tolerance policy against drugs.

#Haryana Police intensifies drug crackdown in Gurugram; 152 arrested

Haryana police busts illegal gambling den in Gurugram; 18 arrested, casino setup seized

Panchkula, July 12 (UNI) In a major crackdown on illegal gambling, Haryana Police has busted a gambling den operating from a farmhouse in Gurugram and arrested 18 persons allegedly involved in organising and participating in gambling activities.

#Haryana police busts illegal gambling den in Gurugram; 18 arrested # casino setup seized

One Indian missing, 10 rescued after ship attack near Oman; India calls for de-escalation

New Delhi, July 12 (UNI) India on Sunday condemned the attack on a commercial vessel off Oman’s coast that left one Indian national missing, warning that repeated assaults on shipping in the region were "deeply worrisome" and calling for an immediate de-escalation of tensions.

#One Indian missing #10 rescued after ship attack near Oman; India calls for de-escalation

IIMBue 2026 leadership conclave in Bengaluru on Aug 1-2

Chennai, July 12 (UNI) As businesses confront unprecedented disruption driven by artificial intelligence, shifting geopolitics and rapidly evolving markets, IIMBue 2026 Leadership Conclave in Bengaluru is set to bring together some of the country''s most influential minds to explore one compelling question: How do leaders change their orbit and that of the companies they run, instead of simply staying on course?
Organised by the IIM Bangalore Alumni Association (IIMBAA), the two-day leadership conclave will be held on August 1–2, 2026, at The Leela Bhartiya City, Bengaluru.

#IIMBue 2026 leadership conclave in Bengaluru on Aug 1-2

Over 17 mn taxpayers filed Income Tax Returns so far: I-T Department

New Delhi, Jul 12 (UNI) More than 17 million taxpayers have filed their Income Tax Returns (ITRs) for the Assessment Year (AY) 2026-27 so far, the Income Tax Department said on Saturday, urging eligible taxpayers yet to file their returns to complete the process before the deadline.

#Over 17 mn taxpayers filed Income Tax Returns so far: I-T Department

Over 17 million taxpayers file Income Tax Returns so far: I-T Department

New Delhi, July 12(UNI) More than 17 million taxpayers have filed their Income Tax Returns (ITRs) for the Assessment Year (AY) 2026-27 so far, the Income Tax Department said on Saturday, urging eligible taxpayers who are yet to file their returns to complete the process before the deadline.

#Over 17 million taxpayers file Income Tax Returns so far: I-T Department

WB records Rs 1,000 crore higher revenue in first month under new BJP government

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Kolkata, July 12 (UNI) West Bengal has recorded an additional revenue collection of nearly Rs 1,000 crore in the first month of the new BJP government led by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, compared to the corresponding period last year, according to sources in the Chief Minister''s Office (CMO).

#WB records Rs 1 #000 crore higher revenue in first month under new BJP government

Ten from TN among 15 Indians drowned in Vietnam boat capsize, CM Vijay deputes senior IPS officer to repatriate mortal remains

Chennai, July 12 (UNI) A total of 10 tourists from Tamil Nadu are among the 15 Indians drowned in the tragic boat capsize at Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam on Saturday, even as the state government has initiated all efforts and established contacts with the Indian Embassy officials to render all necessary assistance and bring the bodies to the state.

#Ten from TN among 15 Indians drowned in Vietnam boat capsize # CM Vijay deputes senior IPS officer to repatriate mortal remains

Monsoon intensifies over North India; IMD forecasts rain, thunderstorms and strong winds across Haryana till July 18

Panchkula, July 12 (UNI) The southwest monsoon is set to remain active over large parts of the country this week, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting a fresh spell of rainfall, thunderstorms and gusty winds across Haryana and several neighbouring states till July 18.

#Monsoon intensifies over North India; IMD forecasts rain # thunderstorms and strong winds across Haryana till July 18

CJI Justice Surya Kant to inaugurate Gurugram's 'Tower of Justice' on July 12

Panchkula, Jul 11 (UNI) Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant will inaugurate Gurugram''s newly-constructed ''Tower of Justice'' on Sunday, marking a major milestone in the modernisation of Haryana''s judicial infrastructure on July 12.

#CJI Justice Surya Kant to inaugurate Gurugram's 'Tower of Justice' on July 12

Bangladesh's Bandarban district cut off by floods and landslides adversely affecting over 100,000

Bandarban, Jul 11 (UNI) Severe flooding and landslides triggered by days of relentless monsoon rain have left large parts of Bangladesh''s hill district of Bandarban submerged, cutting off road links with the rest of the country and affecting more than 100,000 people.

#Bangladesh's Bandarban district cut off by floods and landslides adversely affecting over 100 #000

Uttarakhand: Congress eyes political gains from Rahul Gandhi's "Chatron ki Goonj' in Dehradun on July 17

By Prithviraj Singh
Dehradun, Jul 11 (UNI) After Kota in Rajasthan ''Chhatron Ki Goonj'' (Echo of Students) programme of Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi has moved to Uttarakhand.

#Uttarakhand: Congress eyes political gains from Rahul Gandhi's "Chatron ki Goonj' in Dehradun on July 17

Kerala businessman, wife among 15 Indians killed in Vietnam boat accident

Thiruvananthapuram, July 11 (UNI) A Kerala businessman and his wife were among the 15 Indian tourists killed when a speedboat carrying a group of Indian visitors capsized off Phu Quoc Island in southern Vietnam on Saturday.

#Kerala businessman # wife among 15 Indians killed in Vietnam boat accident

Eight Tamils among 15 Indians drowned in Vietnam boat capsize, Vp, PM, Vijay, Rahul condoles

Chennai, Juy 11 (UNI) Eight tourists from Tamil Nadu are among the 15 Indians drowned in a tragic boat capsize at Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam on Saturday, even as Vice President C P Radhakrishnan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief Minister Vijay, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and leaders of various political parties condoled their deaths.

#Eight Tamils among 15 Indians drowned in Vietnam boat capsize # Vp # PM # Vijay

Eight Tamils among 15 Indian tourists drowned in Vietnam boat capsize, Vp, PM, Vijay, Rahul condoles

Chennai, Juy 11 (UNI) Eight tourists from Tamil Nadu are among the 15 Indians drowned in a tragic boat capsize at Phu Quoc Island in Viernam on Saturday, even as Vice President C P Radhakrishnan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief Minister Vijay, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and leaders of various political parties condoled their deaths.

#Eight Tamils among 15 Indian tourists drowned in Vietnam boat capsize # Vp # PM # Vijay

AP: 10 crore pilgrims likely to have holy dip during 12 day Godavari Pushkarams: Minister

Rajamahendreavaram, July 11 (UNI) Andhra Minister for Tourism Kandula Durgesh has said that over 10 crore pilgrims likely to take the holy dip in the Godavari during the 12-day Godavari Pushkarams to be held in 2027.
The Tourism Minister and Municipal Administration minister P Narayana reviewed the arrangements being made for Pushkarams with the officials here on Saturday.

#AP: 10 crore pilgrims likely to have holy dip during 12 day Godavari Pushkarams: Minister

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TV actor Rohit Chandel arrested for alleged stalking, assault of 16-year-old girl

Mumbai, July11 (UNI) Television actor Rohit Chandel has been arrested by the Mumbai Police for allegedly stalking, harassing and assaulting a 16-year-old girl in the city''s eastern suburbs, official said here on Saturday.

#TV actor Rohit Chandel arrested for alleged stalking # assault of 16-year-old girl

Maha: Two 19-year-old college students drown in pond of Mumbai

Mumbai , Jul 11 (UNI) Two college students drowned while swimming in a lake-like pond at Ketkipada in Dahisar suburb of the city, officials said here today.

#Maha: Two 19-year-old college students drown in pond of Mumbai

Kerala's Biju Joseph bags URF World Record for installing over 10,000 Gandhi statues worldwide

Alappuzha, July 11 (UNI) Kerala-based peace activist and President of the Peace Foundation of India, Biju Joseph, popularly known as ''Gandhi Biju'', has been awarded the 2026 Universal Records Forum (URF) World Record for installing the largest number of Mahatma Gandhi statues globally by an individual.

#Kerala's Biju Joseph bags URF World Record for installing over 10 #000 Gandhi statues worldwide

Aditya Birla Group proposes Rs 12,000-crore expansion of Kansariguda alumina refinery in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, July 11 (UNI) Aditya Birla Group has proposed an additional investment of Rs 12,000 crore to expand its greenfield alumina refinery at Kansariguda in Odisha''s Rayagada district, raising its capacity to three million tonnes per annum (MTPA).

#Aditya Birla Group proposes Rs 12 #000-crore expansion of Kansariguda alumina refinery in Odisha

Hyderabad to host BRICS Trade union Forum Summit from July 14

Hyderabad, July 11 (UNI) Hyderabad will host the BRICS Trade union Forum (TUF) Summit 2026 from July 14 to 16, bringing together trade union leaders, policymakers, labour experts and delegates from 14 BRICS countries to deliberate on the future of work, social security and labour rights.

#Hyderabad to host BRICS Trade union Forum Summit from July 14

Rajnath Singh to visit Lucknow on July 13 for KGMU convocation, Expressway inauguration

Lucknow, July 11 (UNI) Defence Minister and Lucknow MP Rajnath Singh will be on a one-day official visit to Lucknow on July 13, during which he will attend the convocation ceremony at King George''s Medical University (KGMU), inaugurate the Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway, and address a public gathering.

#Rajnath Singh to visit Lucknow on July 13 for KGMU convocation # Expressway inauguration

Shillong welcomes 135th Durand Cup Trophies as Meghalaya reinforces its rise as premier sporting destination

Shillong, Jul 11 (UNI) The spirit of football once again swept across Meghalaya as the three iconic trophies of the 135th Durand Cup arrived in Shillong, marking the beginning of another exciting chapter for one of Asia''s oldest and the world''s third-oldest football tournaments.

#Shillong welcomes 135th Durand Cup Trophies as Meghalaya reinforces its rise as premier sporting destination

Death toll from latest US strikes on Iran rises to 17: Iranian Health Ministry

Tehran, July 11 (UNI) The death toll from the latest US strikes on Iran has risen to 17, with more than 100 people injured, according to Hossein Kermanpour, head of the Iranian Ministry of Health’s press service.

#Death toll from latest US strikes on Iran rises to 17: Iranian Health Ministry

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200 schoolchildren from Haryana's Jind to join PM Modi for first Hydrogen train journey on July 17

Panchkula July 11 (UNI) In a first-of-its-kind educational experience linked to India''s clean mobility push, 200 schoolchildren from Jind will accompany Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the inaugural run of the country''s first hydrogen-powered train on July 17, witnessing a landmark moment in India''s journey towards green transportation.

#200 schoolchildren from Haryana's Jind to join PM Modi for first Hydrogen train journey on July 17

AI Cybersecurity Firm TAC InfoSec Limited Reports Record Q1 FY27 Results; Total Income Rises 97% YoY, PAT Surges 137% YoY

UP govt to provide SBI salary package benefits to 10 lakh employees of the Basic Education Department

By Vidya Shankar Rai
Lucknow, July 11 (UNI) Approximately 10 lakh permanent and contractual employees of Uttar Pradesh''s Basic Education Department will be brought under State Bank of India''s (SBI) salary package through a proposed agreement between the state government and the country''s largest lender, giving them access to insurance and other banking benefits linked to their salary accounts.

#UP govt to provide SBI salary package benefits to 10 lakh employees of the Basic Education Department

Heavy rains bring relief to UP as Monsoon deficit widens to 17%, Orange alert for several districts

Lucknow, July 11 (UNI) Widespread monsoon rains lashed Uttar Pradesh, leading to a fall of up to four degrees Celsius in temperatures and prompting weather alerts across several districts.

#Heavy rains bring relief to UP as Monsoon deficit widens to 17% #Orange alert for several districts

'Baahubali: The Beginning' completes 11 years, Prabhas's powerful dialogues still echo

Mumbai, Jul 10 (UNI) Eleven years since its theatrical release, "Baahubali: The Beginning" remains one of the most influential films ever made in Indian cinema, with Prabhas'' unforgettable portrayal of Amarendra Baahubali and Mahendra Baahubali continuing to resonate with audiences across generations.

#'Baahubali: The Beginning' completes 11 years # Prabhas's powerful dialogues still echo

OTDC pays Rs 1.17 crore dividend to Odisha govt

Bhubaneswar, Jul 10 (UNI) The Odisha Tourism Development Corporation (OTDC) has paid a dividend of Rs 1.17 crore to the State Government for the 2024-25 financial year, reflecting its sustained financial performance.

#OTDC pays Rs 1.17 crore dividend to Odisha govt

Over 15 people killed in landslides in Philippines as East Asia braces for destructive Typhoon Bavi's arrival

Manila, Jul 10 (UNI) At least 15 people have been killed in landslides in the Philippines, which were triggered by the deadly Typhoon Bavi which is heading towards Taiwan and eastern China, triggering widespread evacuations, flight cancellations and emergency preparations by authorities across East Asia.

#Over 15 people killed in landslides in Philippines as East Asia braces for destructive Typhoon Bavi's arrival

CBI registers Rs. 133.52 crore Bank fraud case, conducts searches in Mumbai & Kochi

New Delhi, Jul 10 (UNI) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) today conducted searches at multiple premises linked to the directors of a private company in Mumbai, Maharashtra, and Kochi, Kerala, in connection with an alleged bank fraud of Rs. 133.52 crore.

#CBI registers Rs. 133.52 crore Bank fraud case # conducts searches in Mumbai & Kochi

Odisha Police destroys Over 108.9 MT of seized ganja worth Rs.544.52 Crore under drug-free campaign

Bhubaneswar, July 10 (UNI) Odisha Police has achieved a major milestone under its ''Drug-Free Odisha Campaign'' by destroying a record 108.90 metric tonnes of seized ganja, valued at Rs.544.52 crore, during the National Pre-Trial Drug Disposal Special Drive.

#Odisha Police destroys Over 108.9 MT of seized ganja worth Rs.544.52 Crore under drug-free campaign

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

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

Uddhav Sena denies Shinde camp is wooing 12 of its corporators

Mumbai, Jul 10 (UNI) The Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena on Friday denied that around 12 of its corporators from the Nashik Municipal Corporation are being lured by the Deputy CM Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena. .

#Uddhav Sena denies Shinde camp is wooing 12 of its corporators

OTDC Pays Rs 1.17 Crore dividend to Odisha Government, charts growth-oriented roadmap

Bhubaneswar, July 10 (UNI) The Odisha Tourism Development Corporation (OTDC) has contributed a dividend of Rs.1.17 crore to the Odisha Government for the financial year 2024-25, reflecting its strong financial performance and continued contribution to the state''s tourism sector.

#OTDC Pays Rs 1.17 Crore dividend to Odisha Government # charts growth-oriented roadmap

Odisha CM orders foolproof security, seamless coordination for July 16 Puri Rath Yatra

Bhubaneswar, Jul 10 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday directed officials to ensure foolproof security and seamless inter-departmental coordination for the July 16 Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath in Puri, stressing that meticulous planning and effective communication are essential for the smooth conduct of the world-famous festival.

#Odisha CM orders foolproof security # seamless coordination for July 16 Puri Rath Yatra

PMLA court takes cognisance of ED chargesheet in Rs. 1,992 crore JVL Agro bank fraud case

New Delhi, Jul 10 (UNI) A Special PMLA Court in Prayagraj has taken cognisance of the chargesheet filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the bank fraud case involving JVL Agro Industries Ltd and others.

#PMLA court takes cognisance of ED chargesheet in Rs. 1 #992 crore JVL Agro bank fraud case

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

Construction of Puri Rath Yatra chariots on track, set to be completed ahead of July 16 festival

Puri, July 10 (UNI) Construction of the three majestic chariots for the annual Puri Rath Yatra, scheduled to commence on July 16, is progressing steadily and is expected to be completed a day before the world-famous festival.

#Construction of Puri Rath Yatra chariots on track # set to be completed ahead of July 16 festival

Dreams of stars on his shoulders: 17-year-old NDA cadet Abhinav Bajpai’s journey ends before it began

By Parwinder Sandhu

New Delhi, Jul 10 (UNI) He entered the gates of the National Defence Academy with a heart full of dreams, a young man ready to dedicate his life to the nation. But barely 16 days after wearing the coveted NDA uniform for the first time, 17-year-old Cadet Abhinav Bajpai’s journey came to a tragic end, leaving behind a grieving family, shattered dreams and an academy mourning the loss of one of its youngest members.

#Dreams of stars on his shoulders: 17-year-old NDA cadet Abhinav Bajpai’s journey ends before it began

Odisha to credit fifth Subhadra Yojana instalment to over 1.01 Cr women on Rakhi Purnima

Bhubaneswar, July 10 (UNI) The Odisha government will disburse the fifth instalment of the Subhadra Yojana to 1,01,99,119 eligible women beneficiaries on the occasion of Rakhi Purnima, Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida announced after reviewing the scheme''s implementation on Friday.

#Odisha to credit fifth Subhadra Yojana instalment to over 1.01 Cr women on Rakhi Purnima

Revanth predicts Congress victory in 117 of 182 assembly seats

Hyderabad/Khammam, July 10 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Friday exuded confidence that the Congress would return to power in the next Assembly elections, predicting that the party would win more than 117 of the proposed 182 Assembly seats, while asserting that the BRS would fail to make a comeback in the state.

#Revanth predicts Congress victory in 117 of 182 assembly seats

Mahendragiri, Sixth Project 17A Stealth Frigate, set to join Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet

New Delhi, July 10 (UNI) The Indian Navy is all set to induct Mahendragiri (F38), the sixth Project 17A indigenous stealth frigate, into its Eastern Fleet at Visakhapatnam on Saturday (tomorrow).

#Mahendragiri # Sixth Project 17A Stealth Frigate # set to join Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet

AIIMS Bhubaneswar completes 100 Robotic surgeries, sets new benchmark in affordable advanced healthcare

Bhubaneswar, July 10 (UNI) All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhubaneswar has achieved a significant milestone by successfully performing 100 robotic-assisted surgeries, becoming the first government-funded healthcare institution in Odisha to establish a fully functional, multi-disciplinary robotic surgery programme.

#AIIMS Bhubaneswar completes 100 Robotic surgeries # sets new benchmark in affordable advanced healthcare

Aliganj Fire: LDA Court approves demolition of building that killed 15

Lucknow, July 10 (UNI) In a major action in the case of the massive fire that killed 15 students on June 25 in Sector D of Aliganj in Uttar Pradesh''s capital Lucknow, the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) Court has approved the demolition of the disputed building.

#Aliganj Fire: LDA Court approves demolition of building that killed 15

Stock markets extend recovery; Sensex, Nifty gain 1pc

New Delhi, Jul 10 (UNI) Indian Stock Markets on Friday extended their recovery for a second consecutive session with both the Sensex and Nifty gaining around 1 percent.

#Stock markets extend recovery; Sensex # Nifty gain 1pc

AIIMS-Bhubaneswar completes 100 robotic surgeries, 1st in Odisha's Public Sector

Bhubaneswar, Jul 10 (UNI) The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhubaneswar has successfully completed 100 advanced robotic-assisted surgeries, emerging as the first government-funded healthcare institution in the State to establish a fully functional, multi-disciplinary robotic surgery programme, said authorities on Friday.

#AIIMS-Bhubaneswar completes 100 robotic surgeries # 1st in Odisha's Public Sector

Odisha to observe 'NAMASTE Day' across ULBs on July 14 to honour sanitation workers

Bhubaneswar, July 10 (UNI) Odisha will observe ''NAMASTE Day'' across all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) on July 14 to recognise the invaluable contribution of Safai Mitras and promote safe, mechanised sanitation practices across the state.

#Odisha to observe 'NAMASTE Day' across ULBs on July 14 to honour sanitation workers

Kudumbashree provides insurance cover to 1.67 million NHG members

Thiruvananthapuram, July 10 (UNI) Kudumbashree''s ''Jeevan Deepam Oruma'' insurance scheme has provided insurance coverage to 1.67 million (16.7 lakh) Neighbourhood Group (NHG) members across Kerala under a joint initiative of Kudumbashree, the Kerala State Insurance Department and the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC).

#Kudumbashree provides insurance cover to 1.67 million NHG members

Delhi: IVP with 16 MCD councilors led by Mukesh Goyal merge with BJP

New Delhi, July 10 (UNI) The Indraprastha Vikas Party (IVP), which had emerged after 16 municipal councilors had parted ways from AAP last year, on Friday formally merged with the Bharatiya Janata Party.

#Delhi: IVP with 16 MCD councilors led by Mukesh Goyal merge with BJP

VP Radhakrishnan, LS Speaker Birla to attend Amrit Mahotsav of Rajasthan Assembly on July 15

Jaipur, Jul 10 (UNI) Vice President C P Radhakrishnan, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, and several dignitaries will grace the opening ceremony of the year-long Diamond Jubilee "Amrit Mahotsav" of the Rajasthan State Assembly here on July 15.

#VP Radhakrishnan # LS Speaker Birla to attend Amrit Mahotsav of Rajasthan Assembly on July 15

Around 1.7 lakh pilgrims visit Amarnath Shrine in first eight days: LG

Srinagar, July 10 (UNI) Around 1.70 lakh pilgrims have paid obeisance at the holy Amarnath cave shrine during the first eight days of the annual pilgrimage, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Friday.

#Around 1.7 lakh pilgrims visit Amarnath Shrine in first eight days: LG

Around 1.7 Lakh pilgrims visit Amarnath Shrine in first eight days: LG

Srinagar, July 10 (UNI) Around 1.70 lakh pilgrims have paid obeisance at the holy Amarnath cave shrine during the first eight days of the annual pilgrimage, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Friday.

#Around 1.7 Lakh pilgrims visit Amarnath Shrine in first eight days: LG

Section 163 imposed in Baramulla village ahead of 25th Muharram

Srinagar, July 10 (UNI) The Baramulla district administration has imposed prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, in Mirchimar village of Singhpora ahead of the 25th Muharram observance on July 11, citing apprehensions of a confrontation between rival groups and a possible breach of peace.

#Section 163 imposed in Baramulla village ahead of 25th Muharram

Rs 175 crore project approved to create additional homing facilities for 250 electric locomotives at Raipur

New Delhi, Jul 10 (UNI) Indian Railways has approved a project worth Rs 175 crore for creation of additional homing facilities for 250 three-phase electric locomotives at the High Horse Power (HHP) Diesel Shed, Raipur, under South East Central Railway (SECR).

#Rs 175 crore project approved to create additional homing facilities for 250 electric locomotives at Raipur

Nagpur ATS detains 10 persons over links with Pakistan gangsters network

Nagpur, July 10 (UNI): The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has detained 10 persons for allegedly establishing contact with Pakistan-based gangster Shahzad Bhatti network through social media, officials said on Friday.

#Nagpur ATS detains 10 persons over links with Pakistan gangsters network

Bihar transfers Rs 1,423.94 Cr to 97.84 lakh social security pensioners

Patna, Jul 10 ( UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Friday transferred Rs 1,423.94 crore directly into the bank accounts of 97.84 lakh social security pension beneficiaries through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system on the occasion of ''''Bihar Pension Day''''.

#Bihar transfers Rs 1 #423.94 Cr to 97.84 lakh social security pensioners

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UP: Rain brings havoc ; 14 dead, heavy rain alert for 46 districts today; schools closed

Lucknow, July 10 (UNI) After delayed arrival, the monsoon is fully active in Uttar Pradesh for the past 3 days.

#UP: Rain brings havoc ; 14 dead # heavy rain alert for 46 districts today; schools closed

IIT-Madras honours 1,800 NPTEL stars from South India for excellence in lifelong learning

Chennai, July 10 (UNI) The IIT-Madras honoured 1,842 exceptional learners from South India at the ‘NPTEL Stars’ event held in the campus on Friday.

#IIT-Madras honours 1 #800 NPTEL stars from South India for excellence in lifelong learning

Haryana's Tele-ECG network flags 131 critical heart cases in six weeks

Panchkula, July 10 (UNI) Haryana''s ambitious Tele-ECG programme has made a strong start, with the state identifying 131 critical cardiac patients within just six weeks of its launch, demonstrating how digital technology is reshaping emergency healthcare and improving access to specialist heart care in rural and remote areas.

#Haryana's Tele-ECG network flags 131 critical heart cases in six weeks

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

Karimnagar AE caught accepting ₹10,000 bribe by Telangana ACB

Hyderabad, July 9 (UNI):The Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Thursday caught a Panchayat Raj Assistant Engineer of Karimnagar district while allegedly accepting a bribe of ₹10,000 from a complainant for extending an official favour.

#Karimnagar AE caught accepting ₹10 #000 bribe by Telangana ACB

Shreyas anchors India to 158/7 despite England's disciplined bowling

Bristol, July 9 (UNI) India captain Shreyas Iyer produced a fighting unbeaten 80 to steer his side to 158 for seven against England in the fourth T20I of the five-match series at the County Ground here on Thursday after the visitors suffered an early collapse.

#Shreyas anchors India to 158/7 despite England's disciplined bowling

Haryana Patwari Caught Red-Handed Taking ₹1 Lakh Bribe; Had Demanded ₹1.2 Lakh for KCC Land Record Entry

Panchkula, July 9 (UNI) In a major crackdown on corruption, the State Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (SV&ACB), Rohtak, has arrested a Halqa Patwari while allegedly accepting a ₹1 lakh bribe from a complainant.

#Haryana Patwari Caught Red-Handed Taking ₹1 Lakh Bribe; Had Demanded ₹1.2 Lakh for KCC Land Record Entry

Free Dialysis services to be expanded to 16 more sub-divisional hospitals, says Haryana Health Minister

Chandigarh/Mahendragarh, July 9 (UNI) Haryana Health Minister Aarti Singh Rao on Thursday said the state government is expanding access to quality healthcare by extending free dialysis services to 16 more sub-divisional hospitals, including the hospital at Kanina in Mahendragarh district.

#Free Dialysis services to be expanded to 16 more sub-divisional hospitals # says Haryana Health Minister

Odisha to intensify TB screening in 13,271 high-risk villages

Bhubaneswar, Jul 9 (UNI) The Odisha government will launch an intensive tuberculosis (TB) screening drive in 13,271 high-risk villages and urban wards under the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan–100 Day Campaign 2.0, with a focus on X-ray-based screening, preventive treatment and regular follow-up of vulnerable populations.

#Odisha to intensify TB screening in 13 #271 high-risk villages

HP Govt sanctions Rs 1 crore for modern sports ground at Chambi

Dharamshala, Jul 9 (UNI) Construction of a modern sports ground at Chambi in Himachal Pradesh''s Kangra district is underway after the state government sanctioned Rs 1 crore for the project, aimed at strengthening sports infrastructure and promoting youth participation in games.

#HP Govt sanctions Rs 1 crore for modern sports ground at Chambi

Deaths of 15 tribal workers in TN lays bare Odisha's development paradox: BJD

Bhubaneswar, Jul 9 (UNI) Claiming that the BJP government''s "double-engine development" model has failed to improve the lives of Odisha''s most vulnerable communities, the opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Thursday said the deaths of 15 Juang tribal workers belonging to the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) in Tamil Nadu has brought under sharp focus the continuing distress migration from mineral-rich Keonjhar, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi''s home district. .

#Deaths of 15 tribal workers in TN lays bare Odisha's development paradox: BJD

Court rejects Rishu Shree''s bail, IAS Sanjeev Hans plea to be heard on July 10 in tender scam

Patna, July 9 ( UNI) A special vigilance court on Thursday rejected the regular bail plea of jailed contractor Rishu Shree in the high-profile Bihar tender scam case.

#Court rejects Rishu Shree''s bail # IAS Sanjeev Hans plea to be heard on July 10 in tender scam

3rd BRICS Transport Working Group meeting begins in Nagpur, representatives of 11 countries participate

Nagpur, July 9(UNI): Under India’s BRICS 2026 chairmanship, the third meeting of senior officials of the BRICS Transport Working Group began in Nagpur on Thursday. Representatives from 11 BRICS member countries are participating in the four-day meeting.

#3rd BRICS Transport Working Group meeting begins in Nagpur # representatives of 11 countries participate

TCS Q1 FY27 profit rises by 5pc YoY to Rs 13,349 cr

Mumbai, July 9 (UNI) Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) officially announced here on Thursday that it has posted a 5pc year-on-year (YoY) growth in its consolidated net profit at Rs 13,349 crore for the Q1 FY27, as compared to Rs 12,760 crore a year ago.

#TCS Q1 FY27 profit rises by 5pc YoY to Rs 13 #349 cr

UP govt will plant 35 crore saplings on July 12

Lucknow, Jul 9(UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government will plant a record 35 crore saplings on July 12. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath had given special instructions in a recent meeting that this plantation festival should be celebrated with public participation in the presence of public representatives.

#UP govt will plant 35 crore saplings on July 12

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

Jharkhand unveils AI roadmap, proposes Rs 1,150-cr investment

New Delhi / Ranchi, Jul 9 (UNI) Jharkhand on Thursday unveiled an ambitious roadmap to strengthen artificial intelligence (AI)-driven governance and digital innovation, proposing an investment of Rs 1,150 crore over the next five years to build AI infrastructure, promote innovation, and develop a skilled digital workforce.

#Jharkhand unveils AI roadmap # proposes Rs 1 #150-cr investment

FUEL to Present Bharatanatyam Production 'Mauli – A Timeless Tradition' on July 12

Pune, July 9 (UNI) The lives and devotional compositions of Warkari saints such as Sant Dnyaneshwar, Sant Namdev, Sant Eknath, Sant Tukaram and Sant Janabai, would be presented through a Bharatanatyam performance by internationally acclaimed dancer, choreographer and researcher Kalaimamani Bala Devi Chandrashekar on July 12.

#FUEL to Present Bharatanatyam Production 'Mauli – A Timeless Tradition' on July 12

Maha: MHADA to hold 19th Lokshahi Din on July 13

Mumbai, Jul 9 (UNI) The Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) will organise its 19th Lokshahi Din on 13 July, Monday, at 12 noon at the MHADA Headquarters, in western suburb of Bandra, officials said here today.

#Maha: MHADA to hold 19th Lokshahi Din on July 13

LA 2028: NSFs directed to make Olympic selection process public by July 15

New Delhi, July 9 (UNI) To prevent selection disputes well before the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics and make the process more transparent, the Sports Ministry has asked all recognised National Sports Federations (NSFs) to publicly announce how athletes will qualify and be selected for the Games.

#LA 2028: NSFs directed to make Olympic selection process public by July 15

Affected farmers from 13 districts of Maha to take out 'Sadbuddhi Yatra' in protest of proposed Shaktipeeth Expressway project on Jul 18

Kolhapur, Jul 9 (UNI) Intensifying their ongoing agitation against proposed Shaktipeeth Expressway, Anti-Shaktipeeth Action Committee (ASAC) today decided to take out a grand "Sadbudhi Yatra" (wisdom march) on July 18 from Vakri Maidan to temple town of Pandharpur in Solapur district to pray Sri Pandurang (Lord Vitthala) to give wisdom to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis for cancellation of the said highway project.

#Affected farmers from 13 districts of Maha to take out 'Sadbuddhi Yatra' in protest of proposed Shaktipeeth Expressway project on Jul 18

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

Malayalam classic ‘Kireedam’ to return to theatres in restored 4K version on July 10

New Delhi, July 9 (UNI) Malayalam cinema classic Kireedam, widely regarded as one of the finest films in the history of Malayalam cinema, will return to theatres across India and overseas on July 10, in a digitally restored 4K version with Dolby Atmos sound.

#Malayalam classic ‘Kireedam’ to return to theatres in restored 4K version on July 10

Bihar: CM instructs faster implementation to attain 1 crore ration card target

Patna, Jul 9 (UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary today directed officials to expedite the issuance of one crore new ration cards, stressing that no eligible beneficiary should face any difficulty in accessing foodgrains under the Public Distribution System (PDS).

#Bihar: CM instructs faster implementation to attain 1 crore ration card target

DMRC commences work on 12.377 km-long Inderlok–Indraprastha corridor

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New Delhi, Jul 9 (UNI) The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) started construction work on the Inderlok–Indraprastha Corridor of the Delhi Metro project on Thursday with the commencement of Diaphragm Wall construction at the Sarai Rohilla Metro Station site.

#DMRC commences work on 12.377 km-long Inderlok–Indraprastha corridor

Bihar CM directs 12-hour power supply to farmers

Patna, July 9 (UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Thursday directed the authorities concerned to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply to farmers from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. through dedicated agriculture feeders across the state.

#Bihar CM directs 12-hour power supply to farmers

UP receives 17th Agriculture Leadership Award 2026 for policy leadership in agricultural sector

Lucknow, July 9 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh was honored with the prestigious 17th Agriculture Leadership Award 2026 by the Agriculture Today Group for outstanding policy leadership in the agricultural sector.

#UP receives 17th Agriculture Leadership Award 2026 for policy leadership in agricultural sector

CBI files 11 charge sheets in Mahadev App betting scam

New Delhi, Jul 9 (UNI) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday filed 11 charge sheets in connection with the Mahadev App betting syndicate, including six charge sheets in the alleged corruption case and five in a separate case related to the illegal betting network.

#CBI files 11 charge sheets in Mahadev App betting scam

Vikram Solar inks MoU with TN govt for BESS facility involving Rs 15,037 cr investment

Chennai, July 9 (UNI) Leading solar PV module makers, Vikram Solar on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding
(MoU) with the Tamil Nadu for establishing a Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) manufacturing facility with an investment
of Rs 15,037 crores offering jobs to 2,670 peopple.

#Vikram Solar inks MoU with TN govt for BESS facility involving Rs 15 #037 cr investment

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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

Haryana sets 10-day deadline for rollout of c

Chandigarh, Jul 9 (UNI) With the first online transfer drive under the Model Online Transfer Policy, 2026, scheduled to commence within the next 10 days, the Haryana government has launched a comprehensive administrative exercise to ensure its smooth implementation.

#Haryana sets 10-day deadline for rollout of c

Videographer held for stealing Rs 1.98 lakh from Belur temple hundi

Belur, July 9 (UNI) In a major security breach at the world-famous Sri Channakeshava Temple in Belur, a videographer hired to record the counting of hundi donations was arrested for allegedly stealing Rs 1.98 lakh from the temple cash during the counting process, police said on Thursday.

#Videographer held for stealing Rs 1.98 lakh from Belur temple hundi

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

Heavy rain to lash Haryana, Punjab, Himachal, Chandigarh and Delhi till July 12; monsoon likely to cover entire country in next 2–3 days: IMD

Panchkula, July 9 (UNI) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast an active spell of monsoon over north India, with heavy rainfall likely over Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh and Delhi over the coming days, even as conditions remain favourable for the southwest monsoon to advance into the remaining parts of Haryana, Punjab and Rajasthan and cover the entire country within the next two to three days.

#Heavy rain to lash Haryana # Punjab # Himachal # Chandigarh and Delhi till July 12; monsoon likely to cover entire country in next 2–3 days: IMD

Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar assures full support to Operation Toofan: Southern DGPs'' meet on July 10

Thiruvananthapuram, July 9 (UNI) Karnataka Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar has assured the Kerala Government of his administration''s full support for Operation Toofan, the anti-narcotics campaign launched by the Kerala Home Department, during a meeting with Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala in Bengaluru.

#Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar assures full support to Operation Toofan: Southern DGPs'' meet on July 10