India

The Kerala High Court refused to extend transit bail for Mohd Farman, husband of the woman who gained fame during the Prayagraj Kumbh Mela. The court directed him to seek relief in Madhya Pradesh, where he faces kidnapping and related charges

The Supreme Court declined an urgent hearing on a plea challenging the Madras High Court's decision to quash the appointment of 17 personal assistants to judges. The High Court had ruled the recruitment process was arbitrary and lacked merit-based selection

Oil marketing companies incurred losses of Rs 74,781 crore by selling petrol, diesel and LPG below cost until June 30, Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said. He indicated fuel price cuts could be considered if global crude oil prices remain low

The Centre is considering giving 50 per cent weightage to Class 12 board exam marks in admissions currently based on entrance tests like NEET and JEE. The proposed reforms aim to reduce exam pressure, curb coaching dependence and improve fairness in admissions

The rupee fell 18 paise to close at 95.34 against the US dollar after early gains faded due to importer demand and FII outflows. Lower crude prices and a weaker dollar offered support, while investors tracked global economic and geopolitical developments

Congress leader K C Venugopal urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to order a Supreme Court-monitored probe into the alleged Ram Temple donation embezzlement. He claimed the state investigation was inadequate and demanded an independent inquiry into the alleged multi-crore financial irregularities

Activist Sonam Wangchuk's health worsened on the fifth day of his hunger strike, with low blood sugar and blood pressure. Protest organisers sought to expand the agitation through public outreach, while student leaders continued their indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar

The Karnataka High Court stayed the state cabinet's decision to withdraw prosecution in 52 criminal cases, including those linked to the 2022 Aland Dargah riots. The court sought responses from the government and prosecution while examining the legality of the withdrawal order

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi adopted landmark agreements on economic security, artificial intelligence, energy resilience and defence co-development. The leaders also reviewed bilateral ties, regional issues and outlined initiatives to deepen the India-Japan strategic partnership

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said Japanese investments remain central to India-Japan ties, highlighting cooperation in automobiles, infrastructure and technology. He expressed confidence in the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project, encouraged greater trade and investments, and stressed opportunities for Indian healthcare professionals in Japan

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticised the Centre after houses were torched in Manipur's Kamjong district, blaming the Modi government's divisive policies for worsening the conflict. The violence affected Kuki-Zo and Tangkhul Naga villages near the India-Myanmar border

The Ayodhya Development Authority issued a notice over alleged unauthorised construction linked to Ram temple donation theft accused Lavkush Mishra's wife. Police intensified the embezzlement probe, conducted searches, recovered cash and valuables, and continued investigating the arrested suspects

The Calcutta High Court directed a private bank and police to submit reports on the freezing of three Trinamool Congress bank accounts holding around Rs 440 crore. The court declined interim relief, leaving debit restrictions in force pending further hearing

The Election Commission announced by-elections for three Assembly constituencies in Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat. Polling will be held on July 30, counting on August 3, with the Model Code of Conduct taking effect immediately in the affected constituencies

The Faizabad Bar Association will march to file an FIR against former Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust officials over alleged fund embezzlement at the Ram Temple. It also demanded CBI and ED investigations, warning of legal action if police refuse

Union Minister Piyush Goyal announced that India-US bilateral trade talks have entered their final stage, securing preferential market access. Goyal also confirmed the India-UK FTA launches July 15, while the India-EU pact is tracking for a year-end rollout

India and Japan strengthened their strategic partnership by launching an economic security framework, a defence co-development pact, and major initiatives in energy, semiconductors, quantum technology and bio-gas. The agreements followed talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi

Twelve family members, including ten children, fell ill with suspected food poisoning in Bihar’s Gopalganj after consuming "Fensa," a traditional dish made from cow colostrum. Officials confirmed all patients are stable and recovering at Sadar Hospital after prompt medical care

The Supreme Court set aside an NCLT insolvency verdict after finding it relied on AI-generated fake and hallucinated legal precedents. Stressing zero tolerance, it directed the Bar Council of India to frame guidelines and disciplinary measures against citing unverified AI-generated judicial material

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a foundational AI roadmap aimed at accelerating inclusive economic growth and improving public governance, while establishing critical regulatory frameworks to ensure data privacy and ethical technology deployment across the state

The FSSAI has issued notices to prominent beverage brands, including Red Bull, PepsiCo India, and Campa, over alleged misbranding, stating no regulatory standard exists for "energy drinks" and banning unapproved functional claims like "boosting focus" or "energizing the body."

India and Japan signed their first defence co-development agreement during the annual summit in New Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi also unveiled initiatives in AI, semiconductors, economic security, energy and the Indo-Pacific, strengthening bilateral strategic ties.

A first-year engineering student in Chikkaballapur, Karnataka, was brutally assaulted alongside her family after a mob of 10 to 20 people barged into her house, retaliating against her for slapping two men who had harassed her earlier

Former AIADMK ministers Dr C. Vijayabaskar and M.R. Vijayabaskar, along with 15,000 supporters, formally joined Chief Minister Vijay’s TVK in Mamallapuram, signaling a massive organizational shift in Tamil Nadu politics ahead of upcoming electoral battles