India

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology directed Google and Apple to remove the Chinese BAT-BMS app after reports alleged it could remotely disable e-rickshaw battery systems via Bluetooth, prompting cybersecurity and passenger safety concerns

The Maharashtra government has banned the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks within 500 metres of schools, citing concerns over children's health. The FDA will intensify inspections around educational institutions and take action against violators and misleading advertisements.

India's commercial and industrial renewable energy capacity is projected to triple to 100 GW by 2032, driven by corporate decarbonization and state-level policy reforms. Energy storage system installations will also experience a tenfold leap to 31 GWh

Japan has become the largest APAC contributor to India's GCC ecosystem with over 100 centers established, according to Deloitte. The sector is shifting to tier-2 cities and is projected to unlock up to $600 billion in economic value by FY30

The United States retained its position as India's largest LPG supplier in June, with imports rising 19.4%. India continued diversifying energy sourcing beyond Gulf nations to strengthen energy security amid geopolitical uncertainties in West Asia

South Africa women's cricket coach Mandla Mashimbyi vows the Proteas will emerge stronger from their T20 World Cup campaign despite a 40-run semi-final loss to England at The Oval, targeting structural fixes and future ICC tournament success

The Unique Identification Authority of India said over 2.5 lakh residents updated their Aadhaar email IDs through the Aadhaar App within two days of the facility's launch. The free six-month service enhances security by enabling real-time authentication alerts

Narendra Modi will visit Rajasthan and Gujarat on Saturday to inaugurate the country's first greenfield refinery-cum-petrochemical complex, launch the modified UDAN scheme, unveil infrastructure projects, and open a semiconductor assembly and test facility in Sanand

Internal friction within Punjab Congress escalated as MP Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa met Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Concurrently, former CM Charanjit Channi held a parallel meeting of disgruntled leaders, drawing sharp taunts from Union Minister Ravneet Bittu

Kerala High Court declined to transfer the probe into the alleged attack on Enforcement Directorate officials to the Central Bureau of Investigation, citing satisfactory progress by Kerala Police, which has arrested 25 accused and recorded statements from 44 witnesses

The Central Bureau of Investigation arrested three accused after searches in Odisha and Rajasthan in a ₹2.07-crore digital arrest scam. Investigators alleged the suspects laundered the fraud proceeds through multiple bank accounts and a trust to evade detection

Karnataka BJP chief B.Y. Vijayendra has accused the Congress government of misusing the Election Commission’s electoral roll revision process. Vijayendra alleged that booth officers are operating out of mosques and being used for party propaganda ahead of cabinet expansions

More than 2.5 lakh residents updated their email IDs through the Aadhaar App within two days of the launch of the free facility. The government said the initiative supports Digital India by enabling secure, convenient Aadhaar updates without visiting enrolment centres.

The Indian National Congress accused the Centre of continuing a "calibrated capitulation" to China despite a record trade deficit. Jairam Ramesh alleged the policy is hurting MSMEs while raising concerns over border, water security and strategic issues

Delhi Police busted an organized racket in Okhla for altering expiry dates and repackaging expired international food brands for sale online and in open markets. Seven people, including the company owner, were arrested, and items worth ₹20 lakh seized

The Delhi High Court directed the Centre's Grievance Appellate Committee to decide within 15 days a plea seeking removal of YouTuber Dhruv Rathee's allegedly defamatory video. The petitioner claims it hurts Hindu religious sentiments after YouTube declined to remove the content

Tata Motors has partnered with Welspun Renewable Energy Pvt Ltd to develop an 86 MW wind-solar hybrid project that will supply clean power to four manufacturing plants. The initiative supports the company's RE100 target and is expected to reduce annual carbon emissions significantly

AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal said he will write to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking the withdrawal of the E20 fuel programme. He alleged that the policy affects vehicle mileage, questioned its rollout and sought safeguards for vehicle owners

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu launched the construction of the JSW Rayalaseema Integrated Steel Plant in Kadapa district. The Rs 16,350 crore project will be developed in two phases and is expected to begin commercial production by March 2028

The Congress alleged that electoral democracy faces serious threats under the current dispensation and urged the Supreme Court to restore the integrity of the election process. The party also released its letter to the CJI highlighting concerns over the SIR process and election-related issues

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi concluded her three-day visit to India after holding wide-ranging talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The two sides signed key agreements on economic security, AI, clean energy and technology while reaffirming their strategic partnership.

Bengaluru Police arrested one accused and detained another in the daycare abuse case involving alleged assault of toddlers. A Special Investigation Team is probing the incident, while authorities continue searching for three absconding staff members and collecting evidence

The Supreme Court declined to stay the Meghalaya High Court's bail order for Sonam Raghuvanshi, accused of murdering her husband during their honeymoon. The Meghalaya government challenged the bail, while the apex court scheduled further hearing after reopening

VHP President Alok Kumar has called for a fair and comprehensive investigation into allegations of embezzlement of Ram Temple funds and donations in Ayodhya. His remarks come amid growing scrutiny over alleged irregularities in the donation counting process