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Odisha Cabinet approves ‘Samrudha Sahar’ scheme to drive planned urbanisation, economic growth

Bhubaneswar, July 16 (UNI) The Odisha Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, today approved the “Samrudha Sahar” scheme aimed at promoting planned urbanization and balanced regional development across the state.

#Odisha Cabinet approves ‘Samrudha Sahar’ scheme to drive planned urbanisation # economic growth

Fadnavis tells Uddhav Thackeray there is 'scope' for him to sit in the treasury bench

Mumbai, July 16 (UNI) Senior BJP leader and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said in the Legislative Council today that there is "scope" for Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray to sit in the treasury benches.

#Fadnavis tells Uddhav Thackeray there is 'scope' for him to sit in the treasury bench

Shimla-Kinnaur APMC faces heat over shop allotment, licence renewal scams

Shimla, July 16 (UNI) The Himachal Pradesh government has swung into action after allegations of large-scale irregularities in the Agricultural Produce Marketing Committee (APMC) Shimla-Kinnaur came to light.

#Shimla-Kinnaur APMC faces heat over shop allotment # licence renewal scams

Uttarakhand SC-ST teachers oppose Bhagavad Gita teaching in schools

Dehradun, July 16 (UNI) A day after schools in Uttarakhand began teaching verses of Bhagvad Gita to the students, the Government SC-ST Teacher''s Association in the state today opposed it describing the step as "anti-constitution".

#Uttarakhand SC-ST teachers oppose Bhagavad Gita teaching in schools

Colin Gonsalves moves SC to review verdict mandating three-year Bar practice for junior judges

New Delhi, July 16 (UNI) Senior Advocate Colin Gonsalves has filed a review petition before the Supreme Court challenging its recent judgment that mandates a minimum of three years’ practice at the Bar as a prerequisite for recruitment as Civil Judge (Junior Division).

#Colin Gonsalves moves SC to review verdict mandating three-year Bar practice for junior judges

Cal HC dismisses petitions challenging WBSSC recruitment notification

Kolkata, July 16 (UNI) The Calcutta high court today dismissed all petitions challenging the WB Schools Service Commission May 30 notification on recruitment of teachers and non-teaching staff in the government aided schools across the state.

#Cal HC dismisses petitions challenging WBSSC recruitment notification

SC issues notice on bail plea of UAPA accused after 7 years in jail

New Delhi, Jul 16 (UNI) The Supreme Court today issued notice on a Special Leave Petition (SLP) filed by Allahrakha Abu Bakar Mansoori, who has been in custody for over seven years under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), challenging the Bombay High Court’s March 2025 judgment rejecting his appeal for regular bail.

#SC issues notice on bail plea of UAPA accused after 7 years in jail

Syria condemns Israeli strikes in Damascus, calls for UN action

Damascus, July 16 (UNI) Syria on Wednesday condemned the Israeli airstrikes that struck government buildings in the capital Damascus, calling them a "blatant violation" of national sovereignty and international law.

#Syria condemns Israeli strikes in Damascus # calls for UN action

Prada company delegation holds discussions on 'Kolhapuri Chappal' with collector

Kolhapur, July 16 (UNI) A visiting delegation from Italian company Prada today met district collector Amol Yedge at the collector''s office here and held discussions on famous Kolhapuri chappals and other traditional items.

#Prada company delegation holds discussions on 'Kolhapuri Chappal' with collector

MLA Adsad demands immediate installation of CCTV cameras in Maha schools for girl students' safety

Mumbai, July 16 (UNI) Raising a serious concern over student safety, especially of girl students, MLA Pratap Adsad today demanded in the Maharashtra Assembly for immediate installation of CCTV cameras in all private and government schools across the state.

#MLA Adsad demands immediate installation of CCTV cameras in Maha schools for girl students' safety

Russian Secretary of Security Council Sergei Shoigu calls NATO one of Moscow’s biggest national security threats

Moscow, July 16 (UNI) Russian Security Council Secretary, Sergey Shoigu, has called NATO one of Moscow’s biggest ‘national security’ threats, citing the international alliance’s decision to increase its overall defence spending to 5% of its GDP by 2035.

#Russian Secretary of Security Council Sergei Shoigu calls NATO one of Moscow’s biggest national security threats

SC upholds Bengal’s takeover of 395 acres from Hindustan Motors at Uttarpara

New Delhi, July 16 (UNI) The Supreme Court today upheld the West Bengal government’s decision to reclaim over 395 acres of land earlier allotted to Hindustan Motors in Hooghly’s Uttarpara, where the iconic Ambassador car manufacturing plant was located.

#SC upholds Bengal’s takeover of 395 acres from Hindustan Motors at Uttarpara

SC stays Madras HC order for fresh TNFA elections

New Delhi, July 16 (UNI) The Supreme Court today stayed the Madras High Court’s July 4 order directing fresh elections for the Tamil Nadu Football Association (TNFA), citing non-compliance with earlier court directives.

#SC stays Madras HC order for fresh TNFA elections

NEET-UG candidates move SC seeking Re-Test over power outage in MP centres

New Delhi, July 16 (UNI) Candidates of NEET-UG 2025 who faced power outages at examination centres in Madhya Pradesh have approached the Supreme Court, challenging the Madhya Pradesh High Court’s refusal to order a re-test.

#NEET-UG candidates move SC seeking Re-Test over power outage in MP centres

Hyd: SCR GM Sanjay inspects central hospital, lallaguda

Hyderabad, July 16 (UNI) South Central Railway (SCR) General Manager Sanjay Kumar Srivastava, nspected Central Hospital, Lallaguda, Secunderabad, here today.

#Hyd: SCR GM Sanjay inspects central hospital # lallaguda

Governor Vijayashankar meets Rifiness Warjri, youngest Meghalayan who scaled Mt. Everest

Shillong, July 16 (UNI) Meghalaya Governor C. H. Vijayashankar on Wednesday met Rifiness Warjri who recently conquered the Mount Everest.

#Governor Vijayashankar meets Rifiness Warjri # youngest Meghalayan who scaled Mt. Everest

First Direct Vascular Bypass (STA-MCA) for Moya-Moya disease successfully performed in SKIMS

Srinagar, July 16 (UNI) Kashmir’s premier tertiary care hospital, Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), today achieved a milestone by successfully performing the first direct vascular bypass surgery between superficial temporal artery and middle cerebral artery (STA-MCA) in a patient with Moya-Moya disease.

#First Direct Vascular Bypass (STA-MCA) for Moya-Moya disease successfully performed in SKIMS

AP CM seeks Rs 10,000 cr under SASCI

New Delhi, July 16 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has urged Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to sanction an additional Rs 10,000 crore for Andhra Pradesh in the 2025-26 financial year under the Special Assistance to States on Capital Investment (SASCI).

#AP CM seeks Rs 10 #000 cr under SASCI

Chinese researchers successfully synthesise-assemble large scale human DNA, make breakthrough in cross-species transfer

Tianjin, July 16 (UNI) A Chinese research team has made a significant leap in the field of synthetic biology by precisely synthesising and assembling large-scale human DNA and successfully transferring it across species.

#Chinese researchers successfully synthesise-assemble large scale human DNA # make breakthrough in cross-species transfer

Cong leaders Kharge, Rahul meet Assam party leaders to discuss future strategy and strengthening organisation

Guwahati, July 16 (UNI) Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, visited Assam for a day-long trip aimed at reinforcing the party''s structure ahead of the 2026 Assam Legislative Assembly elections.

#Cong leaders Kharge # Rahul meet Assam party leaders to discuss future strategy and strengthening organisation

SC to hear Isha Foundation’s plea to restrain Tamil media outlet from publishing alleged defamatory content

New Delhi, July 16 (UNI) The Supreme Court today agreed to hear a plea filed by Sadhguru’s Isha Foundation seeking to restrain Tamil media outlet Nakkheeran Publications from publishing allegedly defamatory content against it.

#SC to hear Isha Foundation’s plea to restrain Tamil media outlet from publishing alleged defamatory content

SC issues notice on Adani Krishnapatnam Port’s plea against NGT penalty

New Delhi, July 16 (UNI) The Supreme Court today issued notice in an appeal filed by Adani Krishnapatnam Port Limited (AKPL) challenging a February 2025 order of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) directing the imposition of environmental compensation on the company for past violations related to coal dust pollution and non-compliance with environmental clearance conditions.

#SC issues notice on Adani Krishnapatnam Port’s plea against NGT penalty

SEBI grants approval to four Jio BlackRock mutual fund schemes

Mumbai, July 16 (UNI) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) today announced its approval to Jio BlackRock Mutual Fund, to launch four new passive investment schemes,
according to regulatory filings posted on SEBI’s official website.

#SEBI grants approval to four Jio BlackRock mutual fund schemes

Haryana govt imposes time-bound service guarantees for school permissions & startup registrations

Chandigarh, July 16 (UNI) The Haryana Government has brought three services of the Secondary Education Department and one service of the Industry and Commerce Department under the ambit
of the Right to Service Act, 2014, and has prescribed strict time limits for their delivery.

#Haryana govt imposes time-bound service guarantees for school permissions & startup registrations

PLI Scheme – A Game Changer for India’s Textile Sector

Mamata launches scathing attack on BJP over targeting of Bengali migrants

Kolkata, July 16 (UNI) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee today unleashed a blistering attack on the BJP and the Central government, accusing them of systematically targeting Bengali-speaking migrant workers and threatening the constitutional rights of Indian citizens under the guise of national security.

#Mamata launches scathing attack on BJP over targeting of Bengali migrants

Cambodian PM Hun Manet orders strict national crackdown on all online scams

Phon Penh, July 16 (UNI) Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has ordered authorities to root out all online scam centers across the country, warning that any officials who obstruct crackdown operations could be fired.

#Cambodian PM Hun Manet orders strict national crackdown on all online scams

UP: 4 arrested for spreading obscenity on social media

Sambhal, July 16 (UNI) Sambhal police have taken strict action against a group spreading obscenity on social media.

#UP: 4 arrested for spreading obscenity on social media

Australian scientists decode communication of endangered Burrunan dolphin species

Perth, July 16 (UNI) Australian scientists have uncovered how the critically endangered Burrunan dolphin communicates, revealing unique sounds and vocal patterns.

#Australian scientists decode communication of endangered Burrunan dolphin species

SC allows Hany Babu to seek Bail in Bhima Koregaon case
New Delhi, Jul 16 (UNI) The Supreme Court today granted liberty to former Delhi University Professor Hany Babu to approach either the trial court or the High Court for bail in the Bhima Koregaon-Elgar Parishad conspiracy case under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
#SC allows Hany Babu to seek Bail in Bhima Koregaon case

SC defers hearing on ‘Udaipur Files’; awaits Centre’s decision on certification
New Delhi, July 16 (UNI) The Supreme Court today adjourned the hearing on petitions related to the controversial movie ''Udaipur Files: Kanhaiya Lal Tailor Murder'', noting that the Union government is scheduled to hear revision petitions against the CBFC certification of the film today.
#SC defers hearing on ‘Udaipur Files’; awaits Centre’s decision on certification

SC asks SIT to focus only on Mahmudabad’s ‘Op Sindoor’ posts; bars further summons
New Delhi, July 16 (UNI) The Supreme Court today questioned the Haryana Police Special Investigation Team (SIT) for allegedly misdirecting itself in the probe against Ashoka University Professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad over his two social media posts on ‘Operation Sindoor’.
#SC asks SIT to focus only on Mahmudabad’s ‘Op Sindoor’ posts; bars further summons

Mercado brace fires Independiente past 10-man Vasco

Rio de Janeiro, July 16 (UNI) Patrik Mercado scored twice as Independiente del Valle cruised to a 4-0 home win over 10-man Vasco da Gama in the Copa Sudamericana playoff round on Tuesday.

#Mercado brace fires Independiente past 10-man Vasco

Australian scientists develop AI-powered blood test for early breast cancer detection

Sydney, July 16 (UNI) Scientists have developed Australia''s first artificial intelligence (AI)-powered lipid-based blood test, enabling earlier and less invasive breast cancer detection.

#Australian scientists develop AI-powered blood test for early breast cancer detection

UK PM trusts Royal Navy chief despite Afghan data leak scandal

Moscow, July 16 (UNI) UK Chief of Naval Staff General Gwyn Jenkins has the full confidence of Prime Minister Keir Starmer despite the 2021 leak of personal data of Afghans who worked with the British military, The Telegraph newspaper reported, citing a Downing Street spokesperson.

#UK PM trusts Royal Navy chief despite Afghan data leak scandal

Belarus-China Center for basic scientific research opens in Minsk

Minsk July 16 (UNI) The Belarus-China Center for Basic Scientific Research has opened at Belarusian State University (BSU), with the opening ceremony attended by BSU Rector Andrei Korol and President of Peking University Gong Qihuang, the Belta news agency reported today.

#Belarus-China Center for basic scientific research opens in Minsk

Trump says Ukraine "shouldn't target Moscow"

Washington, July 16 (UNI) U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday Ukraine should not target Moscow, following a report stating that he had encouraged Kiev to escalate deep strikes into Russian territory, according to media reports.

#Trump says Ukraine "shouldn't target Moscow"

Thousands of Afghans moved to UK in secret scheme

London, July 16 (UNI) Following data breach incident, thousands of Afghans have moved to the UK under a secret scheme.

#Thousands of Afghans moved to UK in secret scheme

UN voices concern over escalating violence in Sudan

United Nations, July 15 (UNI) UN humanitarians said Tuesday they are gravely concerned by escalating fighting in Sudan, mainly attacks in North Kordofan State.

#UN voices concern over escalating violence in Sudan

Indian rescued from Houthi-attacked ship in Red Sea, set to return home; India thanks Riyadh for helping

Riyadh/New Delhi, July 15 (UNI) Augustin Dassayan, an Indian national working as security guard onboard the merchant vessel ‘Eternity C’ which sank on July 9 in the Red Sea following a hostile attack by the Houthis, has reached Jizan, Saudi Arabia, after he along with some other crew members were rescued. India thanked Saudi Arabia for its support and assistance in the matter.

#Indian rescued from Houthi-attacked ship in Red Sea # set to return home; India thanks Riyadh for helping

India will continue taking action to bring terrorists, their sponsors to justice: EAM Jaishankar at SCO

Tianjin/New Delhi, July 15 (UNI) With Pakistan''s Ishaq Dar listening, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar today told the SCO Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Tianjin, China, that the Pahalgam attack was a deliberate attempt to disrupt stability in J&K and sow religious divide, and that India will continue to take action to bring the sponsors and financiers of terrorism to justice.

#India will continue taking action to bring terrorists # their sponsors to justice: EAM Jaishankar at SCO

SC directs AMU to pay internship stipend arrears to 11 foreign medical graduates within 2 weeks

New Delhi, July 15 (UNI) The Supreme Court today directed Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) to pay internship stipend arrears to 11 Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs) within two weeks.

#SC directs AMU to pay internship stipend arrears to 11 foreign medical graduates within 2 weeks

China to hold SCO Tianjin summit from Aug. 31 to Sept. 1

Tianjin, July 15 (UNI) Leaders from more than 20 countries and heads of 10 international organizations will attend the Tianjin summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and related events, said Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday.

#China to hold SCO Tianjin summit from Aug. 31 to Sept. 1

LPU awards scholarships worth over ₹12 Cr to the Andhra Pradesh and Telangana 2025 Batch

Hyderabad, July 15 (UNI) Lovely Professional University (LPU) on Tuesday announced it has awarded scholarships worth over Rs 12 crores for its incoming 2025 batch from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana states.

#LPU awards scholarships worth over ₹12 Cr to the Andhra Pradesh and Telangana 2025 Batch

SC to deliver verdict on Rs 2.5 lakh crore online gaming GST dispute on July 25

New Delhi, July 15 (UNI) The Supreme Court today announced that it will pronounce its verdict on July 25 in the Rs 2.5 lakh crore tax dispute involving multiple online real money gaming (RMG) platforms, marking one of the largest tax litigation matters in India’s legal history.

#SC to deliver verdict on Rs 2.5 lakh crore online gaming GST dispute on July 25

SC issues comprehensive guidelines for disability-friendly prisons in Tamil Nadu

New Delhi, July 15 (UNI) The Supreme Court today issued a set of comprehensive guidelines to ensure disability rights and accessibility for prisoners with disabilities in all prisons across Tamil Nadu. The directions mandate disability-friendly infrastructure such as accessible toilets, ramps, dedicated spaces for physiotherapy, and other essential facilities.

#SC issues comprehensive guidelines for disability-friendly prisons in Tamil Nadu

Chhattisgarh deports 30 Bangladeshi nationals in first large scale operation

Raipur, July 15 (UNI) The Chhattisgarh government today deported 30 Bangladeshi nationals
who had been residing unlawfully in various districts of the state.

#Chhattisgarh deports 30 Bangladeshi nationals in first large scale operation

Russian FM says Moscow baffled by US’ 50-day ultimatum, seek to understand President Trump’s reasoning

Moscow, July 15 (UNI) Reacting to the ultimatum issued by US President Donald Trump given to the Kremlin by Washington, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said that Moscow seeks to understand the reasoning behind Trump''s statement about a 50-day deadline to resolve the Ukrainian conflict.

#Russian FM says Moscow baffled by US’ 50-day ultimatum # seek to understand President Trump’s reasoning

SC sets aside Punjab Govt’s appointment of 1,091 assistant professors and 67 librarians for violating UGC regulations

New Delhi, July 15 (UNI) The Supreme Court has set aside the appointments of 1,091 assistant professors and 67 librarians made by the Punjab Government in October 2021, reiterating that the University Grants Commission (UGC) regulations are binding on a State that has adopted them.

#SC sets aside Punjab Govt’s appointment of 1 #091 assistant professors and 67 librarians for violating UGC regulations

Comedian Samay Raina appears before SC after summons over alleged mockery of persons with disabilities

New Delhi, July 15 (UNI) Comedian Samay Raina and four other comedians appeared before the Supreme Court today pursuant to its May 5 order directing the Commissioner of Mumbai Police to issue notices summoning them.

#Comedian Samay Raina appears before SC after summons over alleged mockery of persons with disabilities

Tesla analyzes future scope with Model Y debut in India

Mumbai, July 15 (UNI) Tesla Inc., an American automotive and clean energy company, officially made its debut in India by launching its model “Y” here today.

#Tesla analyzes future scope with Model Y debut in India

‘Superman’ kiss scene censorship by CBFC gets blasted by Indian fans and netizens

New Delhi, July 15 (UNI) Director James Gunn’s newly released ‘Superman’, which is racing at the box office, has hit an unexpected and perplexing snag in India, as two of the film’s kissing scenes between the titular superhero and his lover Lois Lane were censored, drawing the ire of fans over the unnecessity of the cut, and the censor board’s noted inconsistencies in its censorship practices.

#‘Superman’ kiss scene censorship by CBFC gets blasted by Indian fans and netizens

Warm-up schedule out for ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025

Dubai, July 15 (UNI) The warm-up fixtures will take place between September 25-28 in the lead-up
to the main tournament, which runs from September 30 to November 2.

#Warm-up schedule out for ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025

BJP targets Congress leadership over Maha drug case, slams DMK on Madurai land scam

New Delhi, July 15 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) launched a scathing attack on Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge, alleging that their close associate was involved in a narcotics case in Maharashtra.

#BJP targets Congress leadership over Maha drug case # slams DMK on Madurai land scam

SC refuses to cancel AIMIM’s registration; allows fresh plea on political parties with religious objectives

New Delhi, July 15 (UNI) The Supreme Court today refused to entertain a plea seeking cancellation of the registration of All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Musalimeen (AIMIM) as a political party, but allowed the petitioner to file a fresh writ petition raising broader issues regarding the validity of political parties with religious objectives.

#SC refuses to cancel AIMIM’s registration; allows fresh plea on political parties with religious objectives

CM discusses global trade possibilities in Dubai

Bhopal, July 15 (UNI) Describing the ''Bharat Mart'' as a "gateway to global trade", Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav today said that this modern trade center will provide direct access for Indian products especially those in food processing, agriculture, and handicrafts to major markets in the Middle East, Africa, and Europe.

#CM discusses global trade possibilities in Dubai

SC grants interim protection to cartoonist after his apology over derogatory posts about PM Modi

New Delhi, July 15 (UNI) The Supreme Court today granted interim protection to Indore-based cartoonist Hemant Malviya, booked over a cartoon shared on Facebook allegedly containing derogatory references to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the RSS.

#SC grants interim protection to cartoonist after his apology over derogatory posts about PM Modi

Shukla''s safe return marks key step toward Gaganyaan: Ex-ISRO scientist
Bengaluru, July 15 (UNI) The successful return of Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla from space is more than just a personal triumph, it is a critical step toward India''s human spaceflight ambitions, particularly the Gaganyaan mission.
#Shukla''s safe return marks key step toward Gaganyaan: Ex-ISRO scientist

Vigilance raids Majithia''s office again; Amritsar property also under scanner
Chandigarh, July 15 (UNI) In a fresh crackdown under Punjab’s anti-corruption campaign, the Vigilance Bureau today conducted another raid at the Majitha-based office of senior Akali leader Bikram Singh Majithia.
#Vigilance raids Majithia''s office again; Amritsar property also under scanner

By-elections for Punjab's sarpanch and panch Scheduled for July 27

Amritsar, July 15 (UNI) The Punjab State Election Commission has announced that by-elections for 90 sarpanch (village heads) and 1,771 panch (village council members) seats will be held across the state on July 27. Political activities have intensified, especially in districts like Amritsar, where preparations are currently underway for the smooth conduct of elections.

#By-elections for Punjab's sarpanch and panch Scheduled for July 27

SC seeks UP, Uttarakhand reply on plea against QR code mandate for food sellers during Kanwar Yatra
New Delhi, July 15 (UNI) The Supreme Court today granted one week’s time to the states of Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand to file their responses on a plea challenging the government directive mandating food sellers along the Kanwar Yatra route to display QR code stickers revealing owners’ details.
#SC seeks UP #Uttarakhand reply on plea against QR code mandate for food sellers during Kanwar Yatra

SC to hear plea seeking stay on ''Udaipur Files'' release by Kanhaiya Lal murder accused
New Delhi, July 15 (UNI) The Supreme Court today agreed to list for hearing tomorrow a petition filed by an accused in the Kanhaiya Lal murder case seeking a stay on the release of the movie ''Udaipur Files: Kanhaiya Lal Tailor Murder''.
#SC to hear plea seeking stay on ''Udaipur Files'' release by Kanhaiya Lal murder accused

Admissions to 18 UG programmes at IPU through CUET scores from tomorrow

New Delhi, July 15 (UNI) For the academic session 2025-26, admissions to 18 undergraduate programmes at IP University will also be based on CUET scores.

#Admissions to 18 UG programmes at IPU through CUET scores from tomorrow

Scientists in Australia discover safer pathway for gene therapies

Sydney, July 15 (UNI) Scientists in Australia have identified a previously unknown gateway into human cells that could dramatically improve the safety and effectiveness of gene therapies.

#Scientists in Australia discover safer pathway for gene therapies

ISRO, VSSC alert public about fraudulent job racketeers

Thiruvananthapuram, July 15 (UNI) The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) have issued a public alert regarding fraudulent activities by job racketeers who are misleading individuals with false promises of employment in the Department of Space, Government of India.

#ISRO # VSSC alert public about fraudulent job racketeers

TTD EO directs full-scale Annaprasadam distribution at Vontimitta Kodandarama Swamy temple in Kadapa Dist

Tirupati, July 14 (UNI) Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) Executive Officer J. Syamala Rao today directed officials concerned to take necessary steps for full-scale distribution of Annaprasadam to devotees at the TTD-run Kodandarama Swamy Temple in Vontimitta of Kadapa district.

#TTD EO directs full-scale Annaprasadam distribution at Vontimitta Kodandarama Swamy temple in Kadapa Dist

Discussion with CM on formation of Paramilitary Welfare Board in Himachal Pradesh: Pathania

Dharamshala, July 14 (UNI) Deputy Chief Whip and Shahpur MLA Kewal Singh Pathania met Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today to discuss the demand for setting up a Paramilitary Welfare Board in Himachal Pradesh.

#Discussion with CM on formation of Paramilitary Welfare Board in Himachal Pradesh: Pathania

Dehra Police cracks down on tobacco offences near schools & colleges; 210 challans issued

Dehra, July 14 (UNI) In a significant step towards safeguarding public health and protecting youth from the harmful effects of tobacco, Dehra Police today carried out a district-wide special enforcement drive under the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA), 2003.

#Dehra Police cracks down on tobacco offences near schools & colleges; 210 challans issued

Romanian parliament rejects no-confidence motion, approves fiscal reform package

Bucharest, July 14 (UNI) Romania''s Parliament on Monday rejected a no-confidence motion filed by the opposition against Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan''s government, clearing the way for a major fiscal reform package aimed at reducing the country''s growing budget deficit.

#Romanian parliament rejects no-confidence motion # approves fiscal reform package

Ryan Johnson reflects on scrapped ‘Star Wars’ trilogy, says it was very conceptual

Los Angeles, July 14 (UNI) Director Ryan Johnson, best known for his films ‘Knives Out’ and ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’, said that his approach to filmmaker George Lucas’ epic sci-fi space opera franchise was very ‘conceptual’, and did not have a particular structure behind it, reports Variety.

#Ryan Johnson reflects on scrapped ‘Star Wars’ trilogy # says it was very conceptual

J&K: After 'house detention', Omar scales fence to reach Martyrs’ Graveyard

Srinagar, July 14 (UNI) A day after the Lt Governor''s administration sealed the Martyrs’ Graveyard in the old city and imposed curbs on movement of political leaders, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today visited the cemetery to pay tribute to the martyrs of July 13, 1931.

#J&K: After 'house detention' # Omar scales fence to reach Martyrs’ Graveyard

WSC Academy conducts training programme for Bihar ITI instructors

Bhubaneswar, July 14 (UNI) The World Skill Center Academy successfully concluded a two-week Training of Trainers (TOT) programme in pedagogy and assessment for instructors from government Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across Bihar.

#WSC Academy conducts training programme for Bihar ITI instructors

UBT hopeful after SC agrees to hear Uddhav Thackeray's poll symbol plea in August

Mumbai, July 14 (UNI) With the Supreme Court agreeing today to hear and decide in August Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray’s plea challenging an Election Commission decision about the party''s election symbol, the Thackeray-led outfit now has got some fresh hopes.

#UBT hopeful after SC agrees to hear Uddhav Thackeray's poll symbol plea in August

Haryanvi Singer Fazilpuria escapes gunfire attack in Gurugram; probe underway

Chandigarh, July 14 (UNI) Popular Haryanvi singer and rapper Rahul Yadav, better known as Fazilpuria, has narrowly escaped a suspected gunfire attack in Gurugram.

#Haryanvi Singer Fazilpuria escapes gunfire attack in Gurugram; probe underway

Centre informs SC it has exhausted all options to save Kerala nurse facing death sentence in Yemen

New Delhi, July 14 (UNI) The Central government today informed the Supreme Court that it has exhausted all possible diplomatic and legal options to save Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya, who has been sentenced to death in Yemen for the murder of a Yemeni national.

#Centre informs SC it has exhausted all options to save Kerala nurse facing death sentence in Yemen

FICCI CASCADE organizes an auto rally in Srinagar to combat illicit trade

Srinagar, July 14 ((UNI) To amplify its commitment towards building awareness against the growing threat of illicit trade in India, FICCI CASCADE (Committee Against Smuggling and Counterfeiting Activities Destroying the Economy) today organized an Auto Rally in Srinagar.

#FICCI CASCADE organizes an auto rally in Srinagar to combat illicit trade

SC dismisses plea challenging extension of ban on SIMI

New Delhi, July 14 (UNI) The Supreme Court today dismissed a plea challenging the extension of the five-year ban imposed on the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), an organisation declared as an “unlawful association” under Section 3(1) of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.

#SC dismisses plea challenging extension of ban on SIMI

SC to hear plea against stay on 'Udaipur Files' release

New Delhi, July 14 (UNI) The producers of the movie ‘Udaipur Files’ moved the Supreme Court today challenging the Delhi High Court’s order staying its release.

#SC to hear plea against stay on 'Udaipur Files' release

Actor Gagan Malik meets Minister Jupally, discusses global promotion of Buddhavanam

Hyderabad, July 14 (UNI) Renowned Bollywood actor and cultural ambassador Gagan Malik, best known for portraying Lord Rama in Zee TV’s Ramayana and for his active promotion of Buddhism, met Telangana Tourism and Culture Minister Jupally Krishna Rao today.

#Actor Gagan Malik meets Minister Jupally # discusses global promotion of Buddhavanam

SC defers Shiv Sena symbol case to August, asks lawyers to stop filing repeated requests

Mumbai/New Delhi, July 14 (UNI) The Supreme Court has decided to deliver its verdict in the petitions related to the Shiv Sena party name and election symbol in the month of August.

#SC defers Shiv Sena symbol case to August # asks lawyers to stop filing repeated requests

Odisha self-immolation case: FM college principal arrested; protests escalate in Balasore

Balasore, July 14 (UNI) Police today arrested Dr. Dillip Ghosh, Principal of F.M. Autonomous College, Balasore, in connection with the recent self-immolation attempt by a second-year Integrated B.Ed student.

#Odisha self-immolation case: FM college principal arrested; protests escalate in Balasore

Russia’s foreign intelligence service says NATO wants to involve Moldova to counter Moscow

Moscow, July 14 (UNI) The Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) has alleged that NATO countries are actively preparing to involve Moldova in a potential armed conflict with Russia, to use it as yet another bastion in the bloc’s efforts to counter Moscow’s ongoing military advance into Kyiv.

#Russia’s foreign intelligence service says NATO wants to involve Moldova to counter Moscow

China leading the race of AI research in the World: Digital Science Report

New Delhi, July 14 (UNI) China has surpassed the West in Artificial Intelligence (AI) research which has emerged as a “strategic asset” to military capabilities, which the countries are struggling to achieve, as per a latest report.

#China leading the race of AI research in the World: Digital Science Report

BJP slams Omar for reviving 'politics of graves'; Lone calls visit scripted

Srinagar, July 14 (UNI) Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s visit to the Martyrs’ Graveyard in old Srinagar, which saw him climb a fence to enter the area, has drawn sharp reactions from political leaders in Jammu and Kashmir.

#BJP slams Omar for reviving 'politics of graves'; Lone calls visit scripted

SC told Centre has exhausted options to save Kerala nurse sentenced to death in Yemen
New Delhi, July 14 (UNI) The Central government on Monday informed the Supreme Court that it has exhausted all possible options to save Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya, who has been sentenced to death in Yemen for the murder of a Yemeni national.
#SC told Centre has exhausted options to save Kerala nurse sentenced to death in Yemen

9 HP Police personnel complete SPCC Screener course

Kangra, July 14 (UNI). In a major boost to airport security, nine personnel from Himachal Pradesh Police have successfully completed the prestigious Standalone Screener (SPCC) course conducted at the Airport Authority of India’s ASTI Centre in Bhopal. Impressively, Himachal Pradesh Police personnel secured the top three positions in the course.

#9 HP Police personnel complete SPCC Screener course

Cambodian PM to approve mandatory 24-month military conscriptions from 2026

Phom Penh, July 14 (UNI) Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has said that come 2026, the country’s National Assembly will approve the Law on Compulsory Military Service, enforcing military conscription.

#Cambodian PM to approve mandatory 24-month military conscriptions from 2026

Jaishankar meets SCO secy gen in Beijing, discusses ways to modernise SCO functioning
New Delhi, July 14 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who is in China to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Foreign Minister’s meeting, today met SCO Secretary General Nurlan Yermekbayev and discussed the contribution and importance of the SCO and endeavours to modernise its functioning.
#Jaishankar meets SCO secy gen in Beijing #discusses ways to modernise SCO functioning

Moscow, Damascus in talks on Russian military bases in Syria: Russian Foreign Ministry

Moscow, July 14 (UNI) Russia and Syria remain in contact on the presence of Russian military bases in the Arab nation, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Vershinin said today.

#Moscow # Damascus in talks on Russian military bases in Syria: Russian Foreign Ministry

Discussions with Chinese leaders will maintain ''positive trajectory'' in bilateral ties :EAM
Beijing/New Delhi, July 14 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Chinese Vice President Han Zheng in Beijing today and expressed confidence that his discussions with Chinese leaders would maintain the ‘’positive trajectory’’ in relations between New Delhi and Beijing.
#Discussions with Chinese leaders will maintain ''positive trajectory'' in bilateral ties :EAM

No words for the players, says Maresca after winning Club world cup

New York, July 14 (UNI) Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca praised his players after their commanding 3-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in Sunday''s FIFA Club World Cup final, saying he "had no words" for their performance.

#No words for the players # says Maresca after winning Club world cup

Report on Trump assassination attempt faults Secret Service discipline
New York, July 14 (UNI) A U.S. Senate report on the assassination attempt targeting U.S. President Donald Trump last year has revealed "multiple, unacceptable failures" in the Secret Service''s discipline.
#Report on Trump assassination attempt faults Secret Service discipline

Australian scientists trial volcanic rock for sustainable farming

Canberra, July 14 (UNI) Australian researchers are trialing a new approach to farming that could help tackle agriculture costs and cut climate emissions.

#Australian scientists trial volcanic rock for sustainable farming

Orange Alert: Relentless rain hampers rescue ops in HP

Forecasts suggest heavy to very heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and lightning in isolated pockets over the next 48 hours, further complicating ongoing rescue and relief operations.

#Orange Alert: Relentless rain hampers rescue ops in HP

AP: Gynaecology State scientific session displays modern surgeries

Kakinada, July 13 (UNI) The two day scientific session organised at the Rangaraya Medical College here ended today with over 1300 Gynecologists from a number of states engaging in detailed discussions on modern treatment
The participants also exchanged notes on latest innovations in surgical methodologies, said conference in-charge Kondamuri Satyanarayana.

#AP: Gynaecology State scientific session displays modern surgeries

High-tech cheating scandal disrupts PWD exam in Chhattisgarh, Congress attacks govt

Raipur, July 13 (UNI) A high-tech cheating case has marred the recruitment examination for engineering posts in the Public Works Department (PWD) in Chhattisgarh, triggering swift administrative action and sharp political reactions.

#High-tech cheating scandal disrupts PWD exam in Chhattisgarh # Congress attacks govt

Child rescued, 2 kidnappers killed in N. Afghanistan

Kabul, July 13 (UNI) Afghanistan''s security personnel have rescued a child and killed two suspected kidnappers during a military operation in northern Balkh province, the provincial police office said in a statement on Sunday.

#Child rescued # 2 kidnappers killed in N. Afghanistan

SCR GM Sanjay Kumar Srivastava inspects redevelopment works at Secunderabad railway station

Hyderabad, July 13 (UNI) Sanjay Kumar Srivastava, General Manager of South Central Railway (SCR), conducted a detailed inspection of the ongoing redevelopment works at Secunderabad Railway Station on Sunday.

#SCR GM Sanjay Kumar Srivastava inspects redevelopment works at Secunderabad railway station

Layers of collusion, evaluation fraud & compensation scam in NHAI projects

Shimla, July 13 (UNI) In light of Himachal Pradesh facing massive destruction of life and property in the ongoing monsoon season besides exposing many scams in the National Highway Projects across the state, a report prepared by the state government land acquisition officer exposed number of irregularities in the various projects executed in the state.The officers stated that in the guise of national interest or the highway development, walls of personal interests start to be built on the foundation of planning.

#Layers of collusion # evaluation fraud & compensation scam in NHAI projects

Sri Lanka launches national campaign against pyramid schemes

Colombo, July 13 (UNI) The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) announced on Sunday that it will launch an awareness week from July 14 to July 18 to educate the public about the dangers of pyramid schemes, which have increased across the country in recent years.

#Sri Lanka launches national campaign against pyramid schemes

Tripti Dimri aspires to embody Meena Kumari and Madhubala onscreen

Mumbai, July 13 (UNI) Bollywood actress Tripti Dimri, celebrated for her arresting performances and haunting screen presence, has revealed a long-standing aspiration to portray yesteryear icons Meena Kumari and Madhubala in cinematic biopics.

#Tripti Dimri aspires to embody Meena Kumari and Madhubala onscreen

Farmers' leader scoffs at Maha CM's claim on Shaktipeeth expressway

Kolhapur, July 13 (UNI) Swabhimani Shetkari Sanghatana (SSS) national president today scoffed at Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis'' claim that 1,000 farmers from the district supported the proposed Shaktipeeth expressway by handing over their 7/12 land certificates to the state government.

#Farmers' leader scoffs at Maha CM's claim on Shaktipeeth expressway

Babulal Marandi alleges corruption in school bicycle distribution in Jharkhand

Ranchi, July 13 (UNI) BJP state president and Leader of Opposition Babulal Marandi today alleged large-scale irregularities in the distribution of bicycles to government school students in Jharkhand, accusing the state government of compromising children’s welfare through corrupt practices.

#Babulal Marandi alleges corruption in school bicycle distribution in Jharkhand

Botafogo beats Vasco for third straight win in Brazil's Serie A

Rio De Janeiro, JUly 13 (UNI) Arthur Cabral and Nathan Fernandes scored second-half goals as reigning champion Botafogo eased to a 2-0 away win over Vasco da Gama in Brazil''s Serie A here.

#Botafogo beats Vasco for third straight win in Brazil's Serie A

Belgrano goes top, Di Maria scores on return

Buenos Aires, July 13 (UNI) Belgrano moved to the top of Argentina''s Primera Division Clausura standings with a 3-0 away win over Huracan in their season opener.

#Belgrano goes top # Di Maria scores on return

UNESCO honour for Shivaji's forts proud moment: Vijayendra

Bengaluru, July 12 (UNI) BJP Karnataka State President Vijayendra Yediyurappa today lauded the inclusion of 12 historic forts associated with Hindu Emperor Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list, calling it a moment of immense pride for Indian heritage, culture, and Sanatan Dharma.

#UNESCO honour for Shivaji's forts proud moment: Vijayendra

Rs 15 cr Central scheme to assist Uppada weavers: Kakinada MP

Kakinada, July 12 (UNI) Under the national handlooms development program, a Rs 15 crore scheme will be implemented shortly in Uppada Kothapalli mandal.

#Rs 15 cr Central scheme to assist Uppada weavers: Kakinada MP

Jharkhand pushes for timely execution of student welfare schemes

Ranchi, July 12 (UNI) Jharkhand Welfare Minister Champa Linda today chaired a state-level review meeting of the Department of Welfare of Scheduled Tribes, Scheduled Castes, and Backward Classes, emphasising timely implementation of key student-centric welfare schemes.

#Jharkhand pushes for timely execution of student welfare schemes

AP: Water scarcity delays Agricultural operations in Pithapuram

Kakinada, July 12 (UNI) CPI state executive member Thitipaka Madhu has sought the intervention of the Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan to solve the problems of farmers of the Pithapuram constituency.

#AP: Water scarcity delays Agricultural operations in Pithapuram

Key issues discussed during TTD board meeting

Tirumala, July 12 (UNI) The Tirupati Tirumala Devasthanam Board meeting today discussed various key issues including extending cooperation for the construction of second ghat road to Kanaka Durga temple, presence of non-Hindus in TTD and release of Rs 147 crore for the renovation of various temples under the Srivani trust.

#Key issues discussed during TTD board meeting

Devotees can now report issues at Shravani Mela by scanning QR code

Deoghar, July 12 (UNI) In a tech-driven initiative aimed at improving the pilgrim experience, the Deoghar district administration has introduced QR code-enabled grievance redressal across the Shravani Mela premises.

#Devotees can now report issues at Shravani Mela by scanning QR code

Dr. Bimol MP calls for timely implementation of govt schemes

Imphal, July 12 (UNI) “Even a single step towards positive change can pave the way for greater achievements,” said Dr. Angomcha Bimol Akoijam, Member of Parliament for Inner Manipur Parliamentary Constituency and Chairperson of the District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee (DISHA), while addressing the quarterly DISHA meeting in Bishnupur today.

#Dr. Bimol MP calls for timely implementation of govt schemes

Cong welcomes SC order on SIR, accuses BJP of spreading disinformation, distorting facts

New Delhi, July 12 (UNI) In an effort to counter what it called as "disinformation and distortion" by the BJP regarding the Supreme Court order on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, the Congress today said it was satisfied with the ruling, noting that the court had directed the Election Commission of India (ECI) to accept the Aadhaar card, voter card and ration card as valid proof of identity.
Moreover, the party clarified that it "never pressed" for the stay of the SIR.

#Cong welcomes SC order on SIR # accuses BJP of spreading disinformation # distorting facts

Odisha: School teacher sent to jail for raping widow

Kendrapara, July 12 (UNI) A school teacher from the coastal region of Odisha has been arrested and sent to judicial custody by a local court on charges of raping a widow.

#Odisha: School teacher sent to jail for raping widow

Arunachal: New Berberis species with record ovule count discovered in Tawang

Itanagar, July 12 (UNI) A team of botanists has discovered a remarkable new species of Berberis from the high-altitude forests of Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh.

#Arunachal: New Berberis species with record ovule count discovered in Tawang

Jharkhand pushes for timely execution of student welfare schemes

Ranchi, July 12 (UNI) Jharkhand Welfare Minister Champa Linda today chaired a state-level review meeting of the Department of Welfare of Scheduled Tribes, Scheduled Castes, and Backward Classes, emphasizing timely implementation of key student-centric welfare schemes.

#Jharkhand pushes for timely execution of student welfare schemes

Gingee Fort in TN declared UNESCO World Heritage site, Stalin hails as proud moment

Chennai, July 11 (UNI) The famous Gingee Fort in Villupuram district of Tamil Nadu,
described as ''Troy of the East'' by the British, has been declared as UNESCO World
Heritage site.

#Gingee Fort in TN declared UNESCO World Heritage site # Stalin hails as proud moment

Assam Mine Tragedy: Sixth schedule committee demands transparency, accountability over delayed judicial report

Guwahati, July 12 (UNI) More than six months after the devastating rat-hole coal mine tragedy in Assam''s Dima Hasao district, a key regional organisation has demanded that the state government immediately make public the findings of the judicial commission that probed the incident.

#Assam Mine Tragedy: Sixth schedule committee demands transparency # accountability over delayed judicial report

Himachal notifies rainy season vacation schedule; private schools asked to comply

Shimla, July 12 (UNI) The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBoSE), Dharamshala, has issued a new monsoon vacation schedule for schools in view of increasing risks due to heavy rainfall and flash floods. All private schools affiliated with the Board have been directed to strictly adhere to the government instructions.

#Himachal notifies rainy season vacation schedule; private schools asked to comply

Sanjay Kumar takes charge as General Manager of SCR

Hyderabad, July 12 (UNI) Sanjay Kumar Srivastava, an officer of the Indian Railway Management Service (IRMS), has assumed charge as General Manager of South-Central Railway (SCR).

#Sanjay Kumar takes charge as General Manager of SCR

12 forts linked to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj included in UNESCO World Heritage list

Mumbai, July 12 ( UNI) In a proud moment for Maharashtra and the nation, 12 historic forts associated with the legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj have been included in the UNESCO World Heritage list.

#12 forts linked to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj included in UNESCO World Heritage list

Mumbai braces for Sunday rail disruptions over scheduled maintenance blocks

Mumbai, July 12 (UNI) Mumbai''s suburban rail network faces significant service alterations this Sunday due to scheduled mega maintenance blocks announced by Central Railway and Western Railway. Passengers are advised to plan journeys accordingly.

#Mumbai braces for Sunday rail disruptions over scheduled maintenance blocks

J&K govt revises school timings

Srinagar, July 12 (UNI) The Jammu and Kashmir government today announced revised school timings starting Monday, citing improved weather conditions and feedback from students and parents.

#J&K govt revises school timings

ED files supplementary chargesheet against MLA in MSCB laundering case
Mumbai, July 12 ( UNI) Troubles mounted for NCP (Sharad Pawar faction) MLA Rohit Pawar as the Enforcement Directorate (ED) filed a supplementary chargesheet against him in connection with the Maharashtra State Cooperative Bank (MSCB) scam.
#ED files supplementary chargesheet against MLA in MSCB laundering case

PM hails inclusion of Maratha military landscapes in UNESCO World Heritage list
New Delhi, July 12 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today expressed pride and joy over the inclusion of the Maratha military landscapes of India in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
#PM hails inclusion of Maratha military landscapes in UNESCO World Heritage list

''Maratha Military Landscapes of India'' gets inscribed in UNESCO World Heritage List
New Delhi, July 11 (UNI) In a major global recognition, the ‘Maratha Military Landscapes of India’, comprising 12 forts built by the Maratha Empire between the 17th to the 19th century, has got inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage List, becoming India’s 44th property to receive this recognition.
#''Maratha Military Landscapes of India'' gets inscribed in UNESCO World Heritage List

E scooters to school toppers in Madhya Pradesh: CM Mohan Yadav

Bhopal, July 11 (UNI) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav announced today that the BJP state government will award an electric scooter each to all the school students who top their respective schools.

#E scooters to school toppers in Madhya Pradesh: CM Mohan Yadav

750 Chardham Yatra pilgrims found unfit to proceed after medical screening: Uttarakhand health dept

Dehradun, July 11 (UNI) Uttarakhand Health Department was able to save minimum 750 lives with timely intervention through medical screening and identifying devotees unfit for travelling to high altitude shrines of Gangotri, Yamunotri, Badrinath and Kedarnath.

#750 Chardham Yatra pilgrims found unfit to proceed after medical screening: Uttarakhand health dept

Telangana on path to become global life sciences hub: Minister Sridhar Babu

Hyderabad, July 11 (UNI) Telangana is progressing with a clear and strategic vision to transform itself into a Global Life Sciences Hub, Minister for IT and Industries Duddilla Sridhar Babu said on Friday.

#Telangana on path to become global life sciences hub: Minister Sridhar Babu

SC Chief Justice Gavai receives grand welcome in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, July 11 (UNI) Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of India, Justice Bhushan Ramakrishna Gavai, was accorded a grand welcome by the Telangana government upon his arrival at Shamshabad Airport today evening for an official visit.

#SC Chief Justice Gavai receives grand welcome in Hyderabad

An earthquake of magnitude 3.7 on Richter scale hits Haryana's Jhajjar

UNI XC GNK.

#An earthquake of magnitude 3.7 on Richter scale hits Haryana's Jhajjar

Jharkhand govt approves implementation of unified pension scheme

Ranchi, July 11 (UNI) The Jharkhand government has approved the implementation of the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) under the National Pension System (NPS) for government employees, aligning with the central government’s guidelines issued by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA).

#Jharkhand govt approves implementation of unified pension scheme

Anshumaan Pushkar does intense action scenes in gangster drama 'Maalik'

Mumbai, July 11 (UNI) Actor Anshumaan Pushkar is set to bring his most physically demanding role to life in the forthcoming gangster drama ''Maalik'', where he will be seen performing adrenaline-charged action sequences that promise to leave audiences stunned.

#Anshumaan Pushkar does intense action scenes in gangster drama 'Maalik'

Bihar govt transfers Rs 1,227.27 cr to over 1.11 crore beneficiaries under Social Security Pension Scheme

Patna, July 11 (UNI) In a major step towards ensuring social welfare and financial dignity for the elderly and vulnerable sections of society, the Bihar government today transferred a total of Rs 1,227.27 crore to the bank accounts of over 1.11 crore beneficiaries under the Social Security Pension Scheme through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

#Bihar govt transfers Rs 1 #227.27 cr to over 1.11 crore beneficiaries under Social Security Pension Scheme

Australian scientists unveil innovative use of algae for tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, skin grafts

Brisbane, July 11 (UNI) Australian scientists have unveiled an innovative method that uses algae to accelerate and improve the cultivation of mammalian cells.

#Australian scientists unveil innovative use of algae for tissue engineering # regenerative medicine # skin grafts

Roscomos sets launch date of Angara-A5M rocket for 2027

Moscow, July 11 (UNI) Russian space agency Roscosmos has set the first launch of the Angara-A5M heavy-lift rocket for 2027 after considering the schedule for upgrading the Vostochny cosmodrome, Roscosmos CEO Dmitry Bakanov told Sputnik.

#Roscomos sets launch date of Angara-A5M rocket for 2027

Scamsters target Karnataka Deputy Lokayukta

Bengaluru, July 11 (UNI) A shocking cyber fraud attempt has come to light involving Karnataka Deputy Lokayukta and retired High Court judge Justice KN Phaneendra, who was targeted by scammers posing as officials of the Data Protection Board of India.

#Scamsters target Karnataka Deputy Lokayukta

Russian FM Lavrov confirms discussion on new approach to Ukraine resolution with US Secy State Rubio

Moscow/Washington, July 11 (UNI) Russia Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has confirmed that he has reached a settlement regarding Ukraine with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, with the two parties discussing a new approach to handle the war and bring forth a resolution, which Rubio will later discuss with US President Donald Trump, reports Russian state media TASS.

#Russian FM Lavrov confirms discussion on new approach to Ukraine resolution with US Secy State Rubio

Scindia urges speedy execution of DoNER projects in Manipur during high-level review
Imphal, July 11 (UNI) Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, today called for expedited implementation of key development projects in Manipur, citing delays in critical sectors such as tourism, connectivity, and handloom.
#Scindia urges speedy execution of DoNER projects in Manipur during high-level review

PM-KUSUM Solar scam biggest Kerala has ever seen, alleges Ramesh Chennithala

Thiruvananthapuram, July 11 (UNI) The PM-KUSUM scheme, aimed at providing solar energy pumps to farmers in Kerala, has turned into one of the biggest corruption scandals in the state in recent times, AICC Working Committee member Ramesh Chennithala alleged today.

#PM-KUSUM Solar scam biggest Kerala has ever seen # alleges Ramesh Chennithala

Bihar transfers Rs 1,227.27 cr to over 1.11 cr beneficiaries under pension scheme

Patna, July 11 (UNI) In a major step towards ensuring social welfare and financial dignity for the elderly and vulnerable sections of society, the Bihar government today transferred a total of Rs 1,227.27 crore to the bank accounts of over 1.11 crore beneficiaries under the Social Security Pension Scheme through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

#Bihar transfers Rs 1 #227.27 cr to over 1.11 cr beneficiaries under pension scheme

ICG rescues two crew members from US vessel stranded off Andaman & Nicobar Islands
New Delhi, July 11 (UNI) The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) carried out a rescue operation for the US sailing vessel ‘Sea Angel’ yesterday, which was stranded about 52 nautical miles south-east of Indira Point, Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
#ICG rescues two crew members from US vessel stranded off Andaman & Nicobar Islands

Kalaburagi share market scam: Man held for Rs 50 cr fraud

Kalaburagi (Karnataka), July 11 (UNI) In a major breakthrough, Kalaburagi city police have arrested a man accused of defrauding nearly 800 people of over Rs 50 crore in a share market scam under the guise of a firm named ''Venus Enterprises''.

#Kalaburagi share market scam: Man held for Rs 50 cr fraud

Britain, France agree to coordinate nuclear deterrence, unveil new migration scheme

London, July 10 (UNI) British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that Britain and France have signed a new deal to allow the two countries to coordinate their nuclear deterrents for the first time.

#Britain # France agree to coordinate nuclear deterrence # unveil new migration scheme

Assam approves implementation of Gaja Mitra scheme to control growing human-elephant conflicts

Guwahati, July 10 (UNI) With the incidents of human-elephant conflict growing, the Assam cabinet has approved the proposal for the implementation of the Gaja Mitra Scheme in the eight most human-elephant conflict prone districts namely - Goalpara, Udalguri, Nagaon, Baksa, Sonitpur, Golaghat, Jorhat and Biswanath.

#Assam approves implementation of Gaja Mitra scheme to control growing human-elephant conflicts

Two fraudsters arrested in Rs 9 cr investment Scam

Bhubaneswar, July 10 (UNI) The Odisha Crime Branch has arrested two fraudsters in connection with a massive investment fraud involving more than Rs.9 crore.

#Two fraudsters arrested in Rs 9 cr investment Scam

Meghalaya cabinet approves discontinuation of interview for Group D posts

Shillong, July 10 (UNI) The Meghalaya Cabinet today gave its nod to abolish personal interviews for Group D categories to enhance transparency and efficiency in the recruitment process.

#Meghalaya cabinet approves discontinuation of interview for Group D posts

Nitish Kumar expands scope of 35 pc quota for women in govt jobs

Patna, July 10 (UNI) After granting 35 per cent reservation to women candidates who are native residents of Bihar in all direct recruitment processes across the state, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar today announced that this reservation will also extend to contractual and outsourced positions, ensuring that native women benefit from this policy irrespective of the employment model.

#Nitish Kumar expands scope of 35 pc quota for women in govt jobs

Police special drive against overloading of passenger and school autos

Kakinada, July 10(UNI) The city traffic police launched a special drive against overloading of passenger autos and school autos on Thursday and let off the drivers giving due counseling on the dangers of overloading.

#Police special drive against overloading of passenger and school autos

Karnataka HC to hear Siddaramaiah's MUDA scam appeal in Sept

Bengaluru, July 10 (UNI) The Karnataka High Court will hear in September a batch of appeals, including one filed by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, challenging a single-judge bench order that upheld the Governor''s sanction for investigation and prosecution in the alleged Mysore Urban Development Authority (MUDA) scam.

#Karnataka HC to hear Siddaramaiah's MUDA scam appeal in Sept

Centre charts revival path for ITI: Scindia

Bengaluru, July 10 (UNI) Union Minister for Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia today said that the Centre is working on multiple strategies to make Indian Telephone Industries (ITI) financially sound and position it as a key player in India’s digital infrastructure, backed by a coordinated "whole-of-government" approach.

#Centre charts revival path for ITI: Scindia

Three crushed to death, one injured by speeding Scorpio in Purnia

Purnia, July 10 (UNI) In a tragic incident, three people were crushed to death and another injured by a speeding Scorpio in Madhuban Goriyari Tola under Janakinagar police station in Purnia.

#Three crushed to death # one injured by speeding Scorpio in Purnia

HC upholds UP govt’s school merger initiative; division bench affirms ruling

Lucknow, July 10 (UNI) The Allahabad High Court’s Lucknow bench has once again upheld the constitutionality and public interest value of the Uttar Pradesh government’s school merger initiative for primary and upper primary schools.

#HC upholds UP govt’s school merger initiative; division bench affirms ruling

Chennai Corpn commissioner apologises: HC rescinds penalty imposed for contempt

Chennai, July 10 (UNI) The Madras High Court on Thursday rescinded its earlier order, imposing Rs 1 lakh penalty on senior IAS officer and Greater Chennai Corporation Commissioner J Kumaragurubaran, in a contempt case related to inaction on illegal constructions, following his personal appearance and tendering an unconditional apology.

#Chennai Corpn commissioner apologises: HC rescinds penalty imposed for contempt

National School Games: J&K DG for setting benchmark to conduct events in befitting manner

Jammu, July 10 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Director General Department of Youth Services and Sports, Anuradha Gupta today asked the officials to set a benchmark in conducting events in a befitting manner.

#National School Games: J&K DG for setting benchmark to conduct events in befitting manner

Russian FM Sergey Lavrov discusses importance of Moscow-Beijing ties with Chinese FM Wang Yi

Kuala Lumpur, July 10 (UNI) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, speaking with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi at the ASEAN summit in Malaysia, said that the ever-evolving global landscape and the accompanying geopolitical complexities worldwide, require further collaboration between Russia and China, reports state media TASS.

#Russian FM Sergey Lavrov discusses importance of Moscow-Beijing ties with Chinese FM Wang Yi

CM asks cops to take action against those involved in forcing school girls to undress

Mumbai, July 10 (UNI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday directed the police and state officials to take strict action against those involved in the reported incident of schoolgirls being forced to undress for menstruation checks at a private school in neghbouring Thane district.

#CM asks cops to take action against those involved in forcing school girls to undress

101 Indian students awarded Erasmus+ scholarships for higher education in Europe

New Delhi, July 10 (UNI) A total of 101 Indian students, including 50 women, have been selected for the prestigious Erasmus+ scholarships for a two-year master’s programme in Europe, beginning in 2025.

#101 Indian students awarded Erasmus+ scholarships for higher education in Europe

India is a strategic hub of growth: Cisco CEO

New Delhi, July 10 (UNI) Cisco, a San Jose headquartered firm, is seeing a major growth opportunity in India, and the tech major is looking to expand its operational footprint here across the manufacturing as well as research divisions.

#India is a strategic hub of growth: Cisco CEO

IIT-Mumbai student moves court seeking discharge in suicide abetment case

Mumbai July 10 (UNI) After withdrawing the petition from the Bombay High Court, Aman Khatri, an IIT Mumbai student, has filed a plea before a special SC-ST court seeking discharge in an abetment- to-suicide case of his batch mate Darshan Solanki, who died on February 12, 2023 after jumping from the seventh-floor of his hostel building in Powai area of Mumbai suburb.

#IIT-Mumbai student moves court seeking discharge in suicide abetment case

Journalist Protection Act Invoked in Maha's Beed After scribe assault

Beed (Maharashtra), July 10 (UNI) Police have registered Beed''s first case under the Journalist Protection Act 2017 following a violent attack on Mohammed Qamrul Iman Khan, editor of the daily ''Beed Sangharsh''.

#Journalist Protection Act Invoked in Maha's Beed After scribe assault

Australian scientists work on harnessing jadarite mineral for transition to clean energy

Canberra, July 10 (UNI) Australian scientists are leading research to harness jadarite, a rare mineral originally discovered in Serbia, as a key resource for the transition to clean energy.

#Australian scientists work on harnessing jadarite mineral for transition to clean energy

Seven rescued, 14 missing after deadly Houthi attack on cargo ships

Aden, July 10 (UNI) Tensions in the Red Sea have escalated sharply after Iran-backed Houthi militia sank two commercial cargo ships in separate attacks this week, killing at least four crew members and leaving several more missing.

#Seven rescued # 14 missing after deadly Houthi attack on cargo ships

Mexico to discuss trade tariffs with US next week in Washington

Mexico City, July 10 (UNI) Mexican officials will meet their U.S. counterparts in Washington next week to hold "the best possible negotiation" on the newly imposed Trump trade tariffs, President Claudia Sheinbaum said yesterday.

#Mexico to discuss trade tariffs with US next week in Washington

UNSC members welcome peace agreement between DRC and Rwanda

New York, July 10 (UNI) The United Nations Security Council welcomed the peace agreement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda signed on June 27 in Washington, D.C.

#UNSC members welcome peace agreement between DRC and Rwanda

Australian scientists use AI to create synthetic protein for eliminating superbugs

Canberra, July 10 (UNI) In a big breakthrough in science and technology, Australian scientists have used AI to create a synthetic protein that kills antibiotic-resistant bacteria like E. coli.

#Australian scientists use AI to create synthetic protein for eliminating superbugs

Chennithala alleges Rs 240 cr scam in PM-KUSUM Solar Pump Scheme

Thiruvananthapuram, July 10 (UNI) Congress Working Committee member Ramesh Chennithala has demanded a through probe into the alleged irregularities in the Rs 240 crore tender issued for the installation of solar-powered pumps under the PM-KUSUM scheme, implemented through the Agency for Non-Conventional Energy and Rural Technology (ANERT) in Kerala.

#Chennithala alleges Rs 240 cr scam in PM-KUSUM Solar Pump Scheme

Syngene Intl announces third year of STEM scholarship

Hyderabad, July 9 (UNI) Syngene International Ltd., an integrated research, development, and manufacturing services organization, in partnership with the Research and Innovation Circle of Hyderabad (RICH) and Biocon Foundation, announced the launch of the third cohort of its flagship scholarship, mentoring and industry orientation program for women in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics).

#Syngene Intl announces third year of STEM scholarship

Chhattisgarh honoured nationally for exemplary implementation of mining welfare scheme

Raipur, July 9 (UNI) The Chhattisgarh government has received national recognition for its outstanding performance in implementing the District Mineral Foundation (DMF) scheme, securing an award from the Union Ministry of Mines.

#Chhattisgarh honoured nationally for exemplary implementation of mining welfare scheme

Nana Patole files breach of privilege motion in Rs 3,000 Cr toll scam case

Mumbai, July 9 (UNI) Congress leader and MLA Nana Patole has filed a breach of privilege motion in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly over an alleged Rs 3,000 crore toll scam involving private contractors and senior government officials.

#Nana Patole files breach of privilege motion in Rs 3 #000 Cr toll scam case

Kerala couple flees to Kenya after chit fund scam

Bengaluru, July 9 (UNI) A massive chit fund fraud has come to light in the city’s Ramamurthy Nagar area, with over 400 investors, mostly from Kerala, alleging that they were duped of lakhs of rupees by a couple running a registered firm, A and E Chit Fund Finance Limited.

#Kerala couple flees to Kenya after chit fund scam

Manipur officials discuss rehabilitation of displaced persons, security of farmers

Imphal, July 9 (UNI) Deputy Commissioner of Bishnupur Pooja Elangbam, chairing a District-level Security Coordination Committee meeting at the Mini Secretariat Complex, Bishnupur, today urged all present officers to respond swiftly and in coordination in the event of any untoward incidents.

#Manipur officials discuss rehabilitation of displaced persons # security of farmers

Jharkhand: Police, industry discuss law and order, traffic and security

Seraikela-Kharsawan (Jharkhand), July 9 (UNI) Jharkhand Police and industry representatives met today to review law and order, traffic management, and security in the Adityapur Industrial Area under the Seraikela-Kharsawan district.

#Jharkhand: Police # industry discuss law and order # traffic and security

Ax-4 crew shares scientific milestones from Space

Chennai, July 9 (UNI) The Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) crew recently connected with Axiom Space Chief Scientist Dr. Lucie Low for an on-orbit science briefing, offering a glimpse into the cutting-edge research unfolding aboard the International Space Station (ISS).

#Ax-4 crew shares scientific milestones from Space

Villages near Nagpur flooded, 50 people rescued

Nagpur, July 9 (UNI) Heavy overnight rains continued to pound Vidarbha for third consecutive day today, creating a flood-like situation in the district, inundating houses in low-lying areas and leaving the flood-hit villages in the district inaccessible to other districts in the region.

#Villages near Nagpur flooded # 50 people rescued

India, Namibia sign four pacts, discuss cooperation in various sectors including defence, security

Windhoek/New Delhi, July 9 (UNI) India and Namibia today signed four Agreements/Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) and held discussions for strengthening cooperation in areas including Defence, security, digital technology, agriculture, healthcare, education and critical minerals among other things.

#India # Namibia sign four pacts # discuss cooperation in various sectors including defence # security

India, Namibia discuss cooperation in various areas, sign four agreements

Windhoek/New Delhi, July 9 (UNI) India and Namibia today held discussions for strengthening cooperation in areas including defence, security, digital technology, agriculture, healthcare, education and critical minerals, among other things.

#India # Namibia discuss cooperation in various areas # sign four agreements

Prosecution reveals second blood sample tampering attempt in Pune Porsche car crash case

Pune, July 9 (UNI) Prosecutors have disclosed in court that the family of the juvenile accused in the fatal luxury car crash incident attempted to swap his blood samples at a second government-run hospital after initial tampering succeeded at Sassoon Hospital.

#Prosecution reveals second blood sample tampering attempt in Pune Porsche car crash case

Schools shuttered amid 100 mm deluge in waterlogged Nagpur

Nagpur, July 9 (UNI) The central Indian city of Nagpur faced severe disruption today as heavy rainfall exceeding 100 millimeters inundated urban and suburban areas, prompting District Collector Dr. Vipin Itankar to declare an emergency holiday for all educational institutions.

#Schools shuttered amid 100 mm deluge in waterlogged Nagpur

Raina is brand Ambassador of the Indian Softball Cricket League (ISCL)
Bengaluru, July 09 (UNI) Former Indian cricket star Suresh Raina has been appointed as the official ambassador for the Indian Softball Cricket League (ISCL).
#Raina is brand Ambassador of the Indian Softball Cricket League (ISCL)

Trump, Netanyahu, and Vance hold 90-minute unscheduled trilateral talks to resolve Gaza crisis
Jerusalem/Washington, July 9 (UNI) In a surprise development during Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to Washington, he was reported to have held an unscheduled 90-minute meeting with US President Donald Trump, and US Vice President JD Vance yesterday evening, intensifying efforts to secure a 60-day ceasefire and a hostage deal in the ongoing Gaza conflict.
#Trump #Netanyahu #and Vance hold 90-minute unscheduled trilateral talks to resolve Gaza crisis

Meghalaya HC restores jobs of three scientists and officer at NECTAR

Shillong, July 9 (UNI) The Meghalaya High Court has directed the North East Centre for Technology Application and Research (NECTAR) to revert its order of cancellation of appointment of three scientists and one senior administrative officer.

#Meghalaya HC restores jobs of three scientists and officer at NECTAR

Kerala Police warns people against increasing blood donation scams

Thiruvananthapuram, July 9 (UNI) The Kerala Police have cautioned the public about rising blood donation scams, with fraudsters exploiting the urgent need for blood by making false promises of arranging donors, collecting large sums of money in advance, and then cheating vulnerable individuals.

#Kerala Police warns people against increasing blood donation scams

US SC allows Trump to resume mass federal layoffs

New York, July 9 (UNI) The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday lifted a lower court order that had blocked President Donald Trump''s executive order requiring government agencies to lay off hundreds of thousands of federal employees.

#US SC allows Trump to resume mass federal layoffs

Mysterious disease hits apple orchards, CM orders scientific probe

Shimla, July 8 (UNI) A delegation of apple growers met Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister S S Sukhu today and informed him that an unidentified disease is affecting the health of apple trees.

#Mysterious disease hits apple orchards # CM orders scientific probe

PM Modi-President Lula: India, Brazil target USD20 bn trade over next five years, discuss defence cooperation

Brasilia/New Delhi, July 8 (UNI) India and Brazil agreed to boost cooperation across all sectors, especially defence, and set a goal to raise bilateral trade to 20 billion dollars over the next five years, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Brazil’s President Inacio Lula da Silva at the Alvorada Palace in Brasilia.

#PM Modi-President Lula: India # Brazil target USD20 bn trade over next five years # discuss defence cooperation

Himachal CM directs scientific investigation into mysterious apple disease affecting crop

Shimla, July 8 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has called for urgent measures to look into the mysterious apple disease affecting orchards in the state.

#Himachal CM directs scientific investigation into mysterious apple disease affecting crop

In final week at ISS AX-4 crew laser focussed on suite of scientific experiments

Chennai, July 8 (UNI) As the Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) crew, piloted by Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, enters their final week aboard the International Space Station (ISS), they remain laser-focused on completing a wide-ranging suite of scientific experiments, technology demonstrations,
and global outreach initiatives.

#In final week at ISS AX-4 crew laser focussed on suite of scientific experiments

Mizoram tops Northeast in latest SDG index, Hnahthial district scores highest

Aizawl, July 8 (UNI) Hnahthial district in Mizoram has emerged as the highest-scoring district in the entire Northeast region in the North Eastern Region District Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Index 2023–24, released by NITI Aayog on Monday.

#Mizoram tops Northeast in latest SDG index # Hnahthial district scores highest

Cong blames Centre, SEBI for Jane Street financial scam

New Delhi, July 8 (UNI) The Congress today put the Central government and the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) in the dock over the Jane Street mega financial scam, alleging that it has caused a humongous loss of, at least, Rs 44,000 crores to small Indian investors.

#Cong blames Centre # SEBI for Jane Street financial scam

Three students killed in TN train-school van collision; gate keeper suspended

Chennai, July 8 (UNI) In a horrific collision involving a running train and a school van, three students of a private CBSE school were killed and two others, including the driver, critically injured at a manned level crossing at Semmankuppam near Cuddalore town, about 189 km from Chennai, on Tuesday morning.

#Three students killed in TN train-school van collision; gate keeper suspended

One fisherman goes missing, 2 others rescued as their boat capsizes in sea at Malvan

Kolhapur/Sindhudurg, July 8 (UNI) A fisherman was missing while two others were rescued after their small fishing boat capsized in the Arabian Sea off Malvan coast in Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra today.

#One fisherman goes missing # 2 others rescued as their boat capsizes in sea at Malvan

Three students killed in TN train-school van collision; gate keeper suspended

Chennai, July 8 (PTI) In a horrific collision involving a running train and a school van, three students of a private CBSE school were killed and two others, including the driver, critically injured at a manned level crossing at Semmankuppam near Cuddalore town, about 189 km from Chennai, on Tuesday morning.

#Three students killed in TN train-school van collision; gate keeper suspended

India must scale quantum funding through industry: IISc’s Arindam Ghosh

By BD Narayankar

Bengaluru, July 8 (UNI) India must scale up private sector funding and treat quantum as a serious business opportunity if it wants to compete globally in the next wave of technology, said Professor Arindam Ghosh of the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) today.

#India must scale quantum funding through industry: IISc’s Arindam Ghosh

Kashmir’s tourism potential extends far beyond its scenic landscapes: Shekhawat
Srinagar, July 8 (UNI) Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat today said that Kashmir’s tourism potential extends far beyond its scenic landscapes, highlighting the need to tap into the region’s rich cultural and experiential offerings.
#Kashmir’s tourism potential extends far beyond its scenic landscapes: Shekhawat

101 Indians get Erasmus+ scholarships
New Delhi, July 8(UNI) India continues its remarkable streak as the top recipient of the prestigious Erasmus+ scholarships, as 101 Indian students were awarded grants for two-year master''s programs in Europe starting in 2025.
#101 Indians get Erasmus+ scholarships

AOC-in-C calls on Arunachal Guv, discusses national security, defence preparedness

Itanagar, July 8 (UNI) Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C), Eastern Air Command, Shillong, Air Marshal Surat Singh, called on Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt General (Retd) KT Parnaik at Raj Bhavan, Itanagar, on today.

#AOC-in-C calls on Arunachal Guv # discusses national security # defence preparedness

Three students killed as train hits school van in Rly level crossing
Chennai, July 8 (UNI) Three students were killed and two others injured when the school
van in which they were going to school was hit by a speeding passenger train at a Railway
level crossing in Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu today.
#Three students killed as train hits school van in Rly level crossing

Escalating global trade tensions: Trump slaps new tariffs on 14 nations, including Bangladesh, Myanmar

Waashington, July 8 (UNI) In a move that has heightened the ongoing global trade tensions, US President Donald Trump has announced new tariffs on 14 countries, including Bangladesh and Myanmar.

#Escalating global trade tensions: Trump slaps new tariffs on 14 nations # including Bangladesh # Myanmar

At least 87 dead, dozens missing in Texas flooding as rescue enters fourth day

Houston, July 8 (UNI) The death toll from flash flooding in central Texas has risen to 87, with dozens still missing as search and rescue efforts entered the fourth day, according to local authorities.

#At least 87 dead # dozens missing in Texas flooding as rescue enters fourth day

U.S. scientists use satellite data to evaluate forest recovery after wildfires

Los Angeles, July 8 (UNI) Scientists at the U.S. National Science Foundation National Center for Atmospheric Research (NSF NCAR) have developed a cost-effective method using satellite data to assess how forests recover from wildfires, potentially transforming land and fire management practices, a release of the agency said.

#U.S. scientists use satellite data to evaluate forest recovery after wildfires

Fake cardiologist scandal in MP: NHRC orders nationwide Cath lab audits, stringent actions

New Delhi, July 7 (UNI) Taking exception to tragic deaths caused by a "fake cardiologist" at a Madhya Pradesh hospital, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has instructed a slew of directives, including to the Union Health Ministry, to conduct a nationwide verification of catheterisation laboratories (cath labs).

#Fake cardiologist scandal in MP: NHRC orders nationwide Cath lab audits # stringent actions

Allahabad HC junks petitions opposing merger of schools by UP govt

Lucknow, July 7 (UNI) In a major relief to the state government, the Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court today rejected the petitions filed against the merger of 5,000 primary schools in Uttar Pradesh.

#Allahabad HC junks petitions opposing merger of schools by UP govt

Uttarakhand STF arrest absconding CA who cheated people of Rs 750 crore with Chinese help

Dehradun, July 7 (UNI) Uttarakhand police arrested a wanted Chartered Accountant who cheated several Indians of Rs 750 crore with the help of his Chinese associates using shell companies. The accused was absconding for more than two years and was trying to flee to Thailand when a team of Uttarakhand STF arrested him from the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport Delhi.

#Uttarakhand STF arrest absconding CA who cheated people of Rs 750 crore with Chinese help

114th FOCARS inaugurated at ICAR-NAARM to train new generation of agricultural scientists

Hyderabad, July 7 (UNI) The 114th Foundation Course for Agricultural Research Service (FOCARS) was inaugurated at the ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management (NAARM) here today.

#114th FOCARS inaugurated at ICAR-NAARM to train new generation of agricultural scientists

Chinese Pangolin rescued, released to natural habitat in Manipur

Imphal, July 7 (UNI ) A Chinese Pangolin (Manis pentadactyla) was rescued and released back to its natural habitat today by a joint team of Senapati Forest Department and Sadim Pukhri Village Pukhri Authority.

#Chinese Pangolin rescued # released to natural habitat in Manipur

SCR GM inspects Balharshah–Kazipet section, reviews safety & infrastructure works

Hyderabad, July 7 (UNI) Sandeep Mathur, General Manager of South Central Railway (SCR), conducted a comprehensive inspection of the Balharshah–Kazipet section in the Secunderabad Division today, focusing on safety, infrastructure upgrades, and passenger amenities.

#SCR GM inspects Balharshah–Kazipet section # reviews safety & infrastructure works

PM Modi, Bolivian President discuss cooperation in critical minerals, trade & investment, health and pharma

Rio de Janeiro/New Delhi, July 7 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a fruitful bilateral meeting with the President of Bolivia, Luis Alberto Arce Catacora on the sidelines of the Rio BRICS Summit, during which they discussed collaborating in sectors like digital technology, critical minerals, healthcare and space among others.

#PM Modi # Bolivian President discuss cooperation in critical minerals # trade & investment # health and pharma

Advisor to PM assesses J&K’s developmental landscape; reviews major projects

Srinagar, July 7 (UNI) The Advisor to the Prime Minister, Tarun Kapoor, today emphasized the critical importance of expediting work on strategic significant hydroelectric projects that form the backbone of the Union Territory’s energy strategy.

#Advisor to PM assesses J&K’s developmental landscape; reviews major projects

Beed court reserves order till July 22 on discharge plea of prime accused in Sarpanch murder case

Beed, July 7 (UNI) A special MCOCA court in the district has reserved its verdict till July 22 on a discharge application of Walmik Karad, the prime accused in the high-profile murder of sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh.

#Beed court reserves order till July 22 on discharge plea of prime accused in Sarpanch murder case

Chhari-Mubarak schedule for Amarnath Yatra 2025 announced

Srinagar, July 7 (UNI) Before its final journey to the Amarnath cave shrine, the Chhari Mubarak—the holy mace of Lord Shiva—will be taken to the historic Shankaracharya Temple on July 24, and next day to the Sharika Bhawani Temple in Srinagar as per tradition.

#Chhari-Mubarak schedule for Amarnath Yatra 2025 announced

Cong blames PM Modi, Nadda for 'NMC scam'; calls it bigger than Vyapam

New Delhi, July 7 (UNI) The Congress party today held Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP president and Union Health Minister JP Nadda directly responsible for what it described as a “massive, nationwide medical education scam.”

Addressing a press conference at the AICC headquarters, Congress leader Dr Onika Mehrotra alleged gross negligence and systematic corruption in the functioning of the National Medical Commission (NMC). She claimed that over 40 private medical colleges had secured NMC recognition through bribery, forged records, and manipulated inspections.

#Cong blames PM Modi # Nadda for 'NMC scam'; calls it bigger than Vyapam

Telangana Cabinet meeting scheduled for July 10

Hyderabad, July 7 (UNI) The Telangana Cabinet will convene on July 10 under the chairmanship of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy.

#Telangana Cabinet meeting scheduled for July 10

Telangana CM, Union Sports Minister discuss Sports University, Khelo India 2026 & National Games bid

New Delhi/ Hyderabad, July 7 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, along with Union Minister for Youth Affairs, Sports and Labour Dr Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday held a high-level meeting in New Delhi to discuss key developments aimed at boosting the sports ecosystem in Telangana.

#Telangana CM # Union Sports Minister discuss Sports University # Khelo India 2026 & National Games bid

TVS launches Jupiter 110 scooter in Nepal market

Chennai, July 7 (UNI) Two and three wheeler makers TVS Motor Company today launched the all new TVS Jupiter 110 in the Nepal market.

#TVS launches Jupiter 110 scooter in Nepal market

Calcutta HC orders exclusion of 'tainted candidates' from SSC recruitment process

Kolkata, July 7 (UNI) The Calcutta High Court on Monday directed that all tainted or ineligible candidates must be excluded from the ongoing recruitment process conducted by the School Service Commission (SSC).

#Calcutta HC orders exclusion of 'tainted candidates' from SSC recruitment process

Six juveniles escape from Simdega home, manhunt launched

Simdega, July 7 (UNI) Six juveniles escaped from the Simdega Child Welfare Home late Sunday night, triggering a security scare and a statewide search operation.

#Six juveniles escape from Simdega home # manhunt launched

AP govt organises PTM in all schools on July 10

Vijayawada, July 7 (UNI) The Andhra Pradesh State Government is organising a mega Parent Teacher meet across the state in all schools on July 10.

#AP govt organises PTM in all schools on July 10

Russia downs 6 Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow

Moscow, July 7 (UNI) Russian air defense forces shot down six Ukrainian drones attempting to attack Moscow on Sunday, Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said.

#Russia downs 6 Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow

UP govt sets up astro labs in schools to inspire next generation of space scientists

Lucknow, July 7 (UNI) In a visionary move to cultivate the next generation of space scientists, the Uttar Pradesh government is establishing astro labs in government schools at the block level.

#UP govt sets up astro labs in schools to inspire next generation of space scientists

J-K schools to reopen after summer break from tomorrow

Srinagar, July 7 (UNI) Schools across the Jammu and Kashmir will reopen from tomorrow following the summer vacation, J-K Minister of School Education, Sakina Itoo today said.

#J-K schools to reopen after summer break from tomorrow

Russian air defences down six Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow

Moscow, July 7 (UNI) Russian air defence forces shot down six Ukrainian drones attempting to attack Moscow yesterday, Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said.

#Russian air defences down six Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow

BRICS countries reaffirm commitment to multilateralism, call for UN, UNSC reform
Rio de Janeiro/New Delhi, July 7 (UNI) BRICS countries reaffirmed commitment to multilateralism and upholding international law including the UN Charter and stressed the need for comprehensive reform of the UN and UNSC and increasing its membership to make it more responsive to global challenges.
#BRICS countries reaffirm commitment to multilateralism #call for UN #UNSC reform

SC to hear pleas against Bihar voter list revision on July 10
New Delhi, July 7 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday said it will consider on July 10 the pleas challenging the validity of the Election Commission''s decision to conduct a comprehensive revision of electoral rolls in Bihar.
#SC to hear pleas against Bihar voter list revision on July 10

Tripura royal scion calls for unity to fight against illegal immigrants

Agartala, July 7 (UNI) Calling for greater unity for sustainable future of the next generation of Tripura, royal scion and founder of BJP’s ally TIPRA Motha Pradyot Kishore Debbarman, today appealed all political parties to unite in the fight against illegal immigrants from Bangladesh.

#Tripura royal scion calls for unity to fight against illegal immigrants

SC urged to fast-track Karnataka judge posts

Bengaluru, July 7 (UNI) In a strongly worded letter to Chief Justice of India Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai, the Advocates’ Association of Bengaluru has urged the Supreme Court Collegium to swiftly address the alarming shortage of judges in the Karnataka High Court.

#SC urged to fast-track Karnataka judge posts

Greece battles dozens of wildfires amid escalating heatwave risk

Athens, July 7 (UNI) Firefighters in Greece were battling more than 50 wildfires across the country yesterday, as authorities warned of heightened danger due to an intensifying heatwave and strong winds.

#Greece battles dozens of wildfires amid escalating heatwave risk

SC to hear petitions challenging Bihar electoral roll revision on July 10

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#SC to hear petitions challenging Bihar electoral roll revision on July 10

PM Modi holds bilateral with Cuban President, discusses boosting economic ties, healthcare, ayurveda
Rio de Janeiro/New Delhi, July 7 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with the President of Cuba Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez on the sidelines of the Rio BRICS Summit, during which they discussed enhancing economic ties, as well as cooperation in biotechnology, pharma, Ayurveda and Digital Public Infrastructure among other things.
#PM Modi holds bilateral with Cuban President #discusses boosting economic ties #healthcare #ayurveda

School director shot dead by criminals in Patna

Patna, July 7 (UNI) Some armed miscreants shot dead one Ajit Kumar, director of a private school in Khagaul Area of the state capital today.

#School director shot dead by criminals in Patna

2 killed, 27 rescued after boat sinks in central China

Hunan, July 7 (UNI) Two people were killed and 27 rescued in a boat sinking accident that occurred Sunday afternoon in central China''s Hunan Province, an official said.

#2 killed # 27 rescued after boat sinks in central China

Russia downs 6 Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow

Moscow, July 7 (UNI) Russian air defense forces shot down six Ukrainian drones attempting to attack Moscow today, Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said.

#Russia downs 6 Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow