India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off India's first indigenous hydrogen-powered train on the Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana. The zero-emission, 10-coach train marks a historic shift toward sustainable, green mass transit for Indian Railways

Intelligence inputs indicate Lashkar-e-Taiba is exploring maritime infiltration routes with alleged ISI support after land routes became difficult. Security agencies are monitoring possible water channels in Jammu and Kashmir and Gujarat, while enhancing surveillance against potential terror infiltration attempts

India will enter the hydrogen-powered rail era as Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates the first hydrogen fuel cell trainset. The 10-coach train will run on the Jind-Sonipat route, using green hydrogen technology with zero direct emissions and advanced safety systems

The SIT probing alleged donation embezzlement at the Ram temple in Ayodhya is expected to submit its final report soon. Its recommendations may lead to major administrative reforms, while the Supreme Court continues monitoring the investigation into financial irregularities and trust management

The Supreme Court expressed concern over introducing a third language in Class 9 under CBSE, saying it may increase student stress. The bench suggested starting language learning in Classes 5 or 6 instead. Remarks came during a hearing on Tamil Nadu’s JNV concerns

NPCIL clarified that no sensitive data breach occurred at Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project, stating leaked files relate only to conventional infrastructure. The agency said nuclear safety systems remain unaffected, while investigations by NPCIL and CERT-In continue into the reported cyber incident

Rising monsoon inflows at Hathnikund Barrage have not significantly increased Yamuna water releases towards Delhi, sparking ecological concerns. Experts warn reduced river flows limit natural pollution dilution and restoration, urging authorities to ensure adequate environmental flows for the river’s health

The Delhi High Court directed authorities to monitor activist Sonam Wangchuk's health daily during his indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar and provide medical care when necessary. The court stressed the importance of protecting life while hearing a PIL over his condition

The West Bengal government will survey unused land owned by closed industries and vacant SEZs to promote manufacturing, MSME clusters and entrepreneurship. It plans to prioritise industrial reuse over real estate, supporting employment, investment, and higher state tax revenue through direct land purchase

The annual Jagannath Rath Yatra commenced in Puri with the sacred Pahandi Bije ritual as Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra were ceremonially taken to their chariots. Lakhs of devotees gathered, while extensive security arrangements ensured the festival's smooth and safe conduct

India’s maritime regulator, the Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA), has issued an advisory directing ship owners, managers, and RPSL companies to refrain from deploying Indian seafarers on vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz due to escalating security threats in the Gulf region.

Paytm will consider its first-ever bonus share issue on July 20 alongside Q1 FY27 results after posting its maiden full-year profit. The proposed bonus aims to improve stock accessibility, boost liquidity, and reflects confidence in sustained growth, stronger profitability, and business recovery

Indian equity markets opened higher, led by strong buying in IT stocks amid positive global cues and investor optimism. Benchmark indices gained in early trade as technology shares advanced, while market participants remained focused on corporate earnings and broader economic developments

The Uttar Pradesh PWD has declared the 3-km four-lane road passing through Azam Khan’s Mohammad Ali Jauhar University campus in Rampur as a public road, installing signboards at the main gate to allow unrestricted public use.

Entering Day 18 of his indefinite hunger strike over the NEET exam controversy, activist Sonam Wangchuk has refused to break his fast. Instead, he urged students and supporters to join the "Chalo Sansad" march on July 20.

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has ordered the closure of Delhi’s Red Fort complex from July 15 to August 15, 2026, for preparations ahead of the 80th Independence Day celebrations. Entry on August 15 will be restricted to those with government-issued passes amid tight security.

India has amended its Foreign Trade Policy to create a legal framework for prohibiting imports of goods produced using forced labour. The move aligns India's trade regime with global labour standards and comes amid a US Section 301 probe into countries that lack explicit bans on such imports

A US-based Indian diaspora group, Hindus for Human Rights, has expressed concern over the deteriorating health of Sonam Wangchuk, who has been on a hunger strike for 18 days protesting alleged irregularities in the NEET exams.

The constitution of four special benches to hear the oldest pending cases is a welcome step towards reducing judicial backlog

If a creature does not ask for freedom, will it be free? Freedoms are demanded and fought for, but what of those who cannot do either?

Swiggy’s Instamart has partnered with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) to deliver LPG cylinders, debuting HPCL’s new 10-kg composite cylinder, HP Navya, in Bengaluru. Consumers can order HP Navya or a 5-kg metal cylinder directly on Instamart without requiring an existing LPG connection.

Congress MP Prashant Padole visited Jantar Mantar to support activist Sonam Wangchuk’s indefinite hunger strike. Padole backed the Cockroach Janta Party's demands for the Education Minister’s resignation over NEET exam leaks and joined their July 20 Parliament march

India told the United Nations that critical energy transition minerals should promote sustainable development rather than inequality. It stressed national ownership, stronger global cooperation, resilient supply chains and support for developing countries through technology sharing, value addition and institutional capacity-building