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The Sensex and Nifty extended their winning streak to a fourth consecutive week, supported by lower crude oil prices, easing global interest rate expectations and positive domestic sentiment. Investors now await the earnings season, FOMC minutes and progress in global trade negotiations

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw will launch tunnel-boring work for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project on Sunday. The project will mark the first use of tunnel boring machines for India's first high-speed rail corridor, including a 7-km undersea tunnel section

The third batch of 4,812 pilgrims departed from Jammu for the Amarnath Yatra under tight security. With this, 13,499 devotees have left Jammu since July 2, while more than 12,000 pilgrims offered prayers at the holy cave shrine on Friday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Rajasthan and Gujarat to launch and inaugurate projects worth around Rs 1.06 lakh crore, lay the foundation stone for Jaipur Metro Phase-2 and inaugurate one of India's first semiconductor assembly and testing facilities in Gujarat

Maharashtra has been placed on high alert after the IMD forecast heavy to extremely heavy rainfall across Mumbai, MMR, Konkan and other regions till July 6. The state government urged citizens to remain cautious and shared emergency helpline numbers for affected districts

India’s first bullet train corridor, the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR), is nearing completion and will serve as a standardised model for future projects. Covering 508 km with 12 stations, the train will run at 320 kmph, cutting travel time to under two hours.

Capgemini has temporarily shut its Bengaluru daycare facility after viral videos allegedly showed caregivers abusing toddlers. Two nannies have been arrested and the IT firm says it is reassessing all daycare providers across India. Karnataka’s Home Minister condemned the incident, stressing zero tolerance for such acts.

The viral Rs 370 biryani controversy exposes how the absence of consent education and emotional literacy allows harmful ideas about masculinity and entitlement to take root

The BJP, whose rise in national politics is largely attributed to the Ram Janmabhoomi movement, owes the country an explanation over allegations of misappropriation of Ram temple donations and valuables

The Centre issued a 10-point clarification rejecting misinformation about India's E20 ethanol blending programme. It said scientific studies support the fuel's safety, efficiency and environmental benefits, while dismissing claims about excessive water use, engine damage, insurance issues and other viral allegations

Mumbai Police busted an alleged prostitution racket at a luxury hotel in Girgaon, rescuing two actresses and arresting a make-up artist accused of operating the network. The Anti-Human Trafficking Cell launched the raid following a tip-off and ongoing investigation

Twenty-three opposition leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, wrote to the Chief Justice of India seeking suspension of the Election Commission’s voter verification exercise, alleging electoral manipulation, wrongful voter deletions and threats to democratic processes

Researchers at Indian Institute of Science found that low-frequency ultrasound selectively killed oral cancer cells while sparing healthy cells by exploiting their mechanical weakness. The findings could pave the way for safer, targeted treatments pending further preclinical validation

Heavy rain continued to lash Mumbai, with several areas recording over 70 mm in five hours. The IMD forecast more intense showers and strong winds, while waterlogging disrupted traffic and authorities confirmed a second rain-related death this week

A mentally ill woman missing from Maharashtra's Sindhudurg district for two months was reunited with her family after a social organisation used Google Search and local village records to trace her relatives. Police had earlier admitted her to a shelter home

The Rajnath Singh-led Defence Acquisition Council has cleared procurement proposals worth ₹52,000 crore. Key approvals include the 'Akash Tarang' anti-drone system, kamikaze drones, and advanced air defense weaponry for the Army, Navy, and Air Force

The Maharashtra government is expected to constitute a committee within two weeks to draft legislation for the Uniform Civil Code. The panel, likely headed by a retired High Court judge, will prepare a common legal framework covering personal civil matters

The second batch of 3,865 Amarnath Yatra pilgrims departed Jammu on Friday for the Pahalgam and Baltal base camps. Devotees praised the extensive security, medical, and transport arrangements managed by the administration and Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board

Legal experts said the amended Insolvency and Bankruptcy Act, 2026 requires proof of both debt and default before the NCLT admits insolvency cases. The amendments also introduce changes to resolution processes, liquidation rules and Competition Commission approval requirements

A new survey found 86% of Indians consider protein important while choosing snacks, while 61% prefer natural sweeteners over refined sugar. The report highlights growing demand for healthier, transparent, functional foods and increasing reliance on quick-commerce platforms for purchases

Around 900 medical coding professionals employed by a US-based healthcare analytics firm were allegedly terminated without prior notice in Kochi and Kozhikode. Following employee protests, the Kerala Labour Department intervened, putting the layoff process on hold pending further discussions

With the Asian Games approaching, India’s shotgun shooters face a critical test at the ISSF World Cup in Lonato, Italy. The squad aims to reverse a prolonged international slump that stands in stark contrast to rifle and pistol successes

Two daycare workers were arrested in Bengaluru after videos allegedly showed toddlers being abused at a childcare centre operating on an IT company campus. Police launched an investigation, while the state government and the company assured cooperation and strict action