India

Over 1.11 lakh pilgrims have undertaken the Amarnath Yatra in just six days since it began on July 3. Despite heightened security after past attacks, the pilgrimage continues smoothly, with strong local support and additional forces deployed along the route.

A tribal labourer in Madhya Pradesh's Panna district discovered an 11.95-carat diamond worth over Rs 40 lakh while working in a shallow mine. The diamond has been deposited with officials and will be auctioned, with proceeds going to the finder.

Monika Kapoor, wanted in a jewellery import fraud case since 1999, is being extradited from the US after a 25-year run. The CBI took her custody following a US court order, with her return flight expected Wednesday night.

Daily Horoscope: Your stars are bringing good tidings for you. Check out your astrological predictions for July 09, 2025. May the day bring you happiness

The Parakh Rashtriya Sarvekshan 2024 report, released by the Central government, reveals that a staggering 75 per cent of the Class IX students failed to understand and apply the fundamental concept of percentage for cracking a simple problem

War is no longer just a tragedy — it’s a profit-driven ecosystem, where returns matter more than resolution

Trump’s tariff threat is a risky shortcut that could deepen uncertainty, provoke retaliation, and ultimately isolate the US from the very trade flows it seeks to dominate

A major pile-up on NH-44 near Chandrayanpalli village in Nizamabad district left over a dozen people injured. Two trucks and three cars were involved in the crash. Miraculously, all passengers, including a motorcyclist, sustained only minor injuries.

Hundreds of Chinese professionals working at Foxconn India units have returned to China in the last two months

Sandeep began his yoga journey at the age of 10, the same year he lost his mother. Since then, he has dedicated his life to the ancient practice, inspired deeply by Yoga Guru Baba Ramdev.

Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu urged AP and Telangana to use surplus Godavari floodwaters, stating it could lead to mutual prosperity. He opened Srisailam gates, performed ‘Jala Harati’, announced interlinking projects and confirmed welfare promises, including free bus travel for women and farmer aid.

Two CRPF personnel were injured in an IED blast triggered by Naxalites during a road patrol between Timapur and Murdanda villages in Bijapur district. The jawans were on a Road Security Operation when the blast occurred and are being treated.

The cost of vegetarian and non-vegetarian thalis rose by 3 per cent and 4 per cent respectively in June due to a sharp 36 per cent month-on-month spike in tomato prices. Crisil’s report predicts further increases amid seasonal trends and weak summer sowing

The social media platform said the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology demanded immediate action — within one hour — without providing justification, and required the accounts to remain blocked until further notice

A Jaipur-bound IndiGo flight from Surat was delayed by 45 minutes after honeybees swarmed the cargo door. Firefighters cleared the bees using water spray. No one was hurt, and a passenger’s video of the incident went viral on social media

Says Sebi investigation began in April 2024 during her tenure; calls media allegations of regulatory failure “unfortunate”

US President Donald Trump said the country is close to finalising a trade deal with India, as his administration sends out tariff letters to other nations. India, spared from this round, has three more weeks to conclude an interim agreement

A VoteVibe pre-poll survey shows strong anti-incumbency in Kerala, with Shashi Tharoor emerging as the top CM choice. Both LDF and UDF face leadership gaps, while nearly half the voters seek new MLAs, signalling major political shifts before 2026 elections

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla inspired students from Meghalaya and Assam during a 10-minute Ham radio chat from the ISS. He shared insights on space life, training, and health, urging them to dream big and become future Moon-walking astronauts

The US has extended the suspension of reciprocal tariffs against India until August 1, offering a temporary relief to exporters. This extension provides negotiators more time to resolve pending issues ahead of finalising an interim India-US trade agreement

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia met Cisco CEO Chuck Robbins to discuss expanding the tech giant’s presence in India. They deliberated on AI, 6G, cybersecurity, and inclusive growth, building on Cisco’s Chennai facility and India’s emerging role as a digital leader

AAIB submitted its preliminary report on the Air India AI171 crash in Ahmedabad, which killed 260 people. The probe, assisted by international experts, is ongoing. Black box data is now being decoded in India for the first time at the AAIB Lab

Indian textile stocks surged after US President Donald Trump imposed a 35 per cent tariff on Bangladeshi goods. Companies like Gokaldas Exports and Vardhman Textiles saw gains. The US warned of further action if Bangladesh retaliates with higher tariffs.

An IndiGo flight from Indore to Raipur returned mid-air shortly after takeoff due to a technical fault. The aircraft, with 51 passengers onboard, landed safely at Indore airport. Authorities confirmed no emergency was declared during the return.