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West Indies legend Sir Garfield Sobers, regarded as one of cricket’s greatest all-rounders, has passed away at 89. The former captain’s remarkable career included 8,032 Test runs, 235 wickets and the record-breaking 365-run innings against Pakistan in 1958

French Grandmaster Alireza Firouzja defeated world champion D. Gukesh in a 69-move battle to register his second consecutive win at the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters 2026. Other top players, including Arjun Erigaisi and Nihal Sarin, settled for draws

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay urged people to participate in the state's fully digital Census 2026, saying accurate information would guide future government policies. The self-enumeration process is open until July 31, with field enumeration scheduled from August 1 to 30

A domestic help's daughter from Lucknow cleared NEET after overcoming financial hardship and losing her father due to unaffordable medical treatment. Supported by scholarships and her mother's determination, she now aims to become a cardiologist and serve underprivileged families

Top rankers of the NEET-UG re-examination on June 21 revealed that the secondary test proved more favorable than the initial May exam, resulting in substantial rank improvements and a more balanced assessment of their two-year preparation

The Delhi High Court has deferred implementation of its decision to hold court on the first and third Saturdays of every month. A committee constituted by the Chief Justice will examine all aspects of the proposal following objections raised by the Bar Association

Celebrated as a fearless and dependable defender during his playing days, his demise was condoled by Bolarum Sporting Club

The Supreme Court directed all states and Union Territories to ensure washroom facilities in district courts, observing that access to toilets is a basic human right. The court sought affidavits within six weeks and stressed that lack of funds cannot justify inadequate infrastructure

Aamir Khan's statement that 3 Idiots character Phunsukh Wangdu was not based on Sonam Wangchuk sparked criticism from Congress, RJD and AAP leaders, who accused the actor of avoiding a firm stand. The remarks also triggered sharp reactions and debate on social media

The Delhi High Court refused interim bail to Al Falah University chairman Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui in two money laundering cases, citing the gravity of allegations and flight risk. However, it granted three days of custody parole to allow him to meet his ailing wife

India's Ministry of External Affairs strongly rejected Pakistan's statements regarding the life sentence handed to separatist leader Asiya Andrabi. The MEA stated that terror-sponsor Pakistan has no right to comment on India's internal judicial matters

The National Testing Agency informed the Central Information Commission that a DigiLocker-based mechanism for retrieving previous years' NEET scorecards is in its final stages. The initiative aims to provide authenticated access to old scorecards and prevent students from losing important examination records

A bus returning from the Amarnath Yatra caught fire after a tyre burst on J&K's NH-44 in Ramban. All passengers from Rajasthan were safely evacuated, and the J&K administration has arranged for their alternative travel home

The West Bengal sports fraternity is in shock after 15-year-old national-level shooter Damayanti Sen went missing from Howrah Station on Thursday. Police are checking platform CCTV footage after her family confirmed she left her phone at home

Northern Railway is expected to announce the commercial launch date of India's first hydrogen-powered train on the Jind-Sonipat route soon. Officials said fares are likely to remain similar to existing local trains, while passengers praised the inaugural journey despite reporting seat cover staining

Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated seven redeveloped railway stations in Odisha under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. The upgraded stations feature modern passenger amenities, improved accessibility and Divyangjan-friendly infrastructure, aiming to strengthen regional connectivity and support economic development across the state

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said the DMK, despite differences with the Congress, has no ideological convergence with the BJP and would decide on the proposed delimitation Bill keeping Tamil Nadu's interests in mind. He also criticised the Centre over key Constitution amendment proposals

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari launched Shyam Steel's Rs 15,000-crore expansion in Bankura, promising an investor-friendly environment with improved law and order, easier land access and employment-linked incentives. He also announced proposed investments by major corporate groups and criticised the previous TMC government

The Supreme Court has refused to stay the Delhi High Court's order cancelling regular bail for a teacher co-accused in the sexual assault of a three-year-old student at a Janakpuri school, directing her to surrender immediately

The Delhi High Court said press freedom cannot be used to justify irresponsible journalism or content that threatens public order. Calling for a regulatory framework, the court stressed balancing media freedom with accountability, ethical standards and protection of citizens' rights while granting bail to two accused

The Supreme Court ruled that the absence of a train ticket on a deceased passenger's body cannot by itself justify denial of compensation in railway accident cases. The court awarded Rs 8 lakh to a widow and stressed a liberal interpretation of the Railways Act

President Droupadi Murmu will undertake state visits to Moldova, North Macedonia and Romania from July 19-25 to deepen bilateral ties and expand India's engagement with eastern Europe. The tour includes first-ever presidential visits to Moldova and North Macedonia and the first Romania visit in over three decades

AI-related skills now appear in 15.4 per cent of technology job descriptions, while mentions in non-technology roles have grown nearly six-fold since 2020, according to Naukri's World AI Day Report 2026, highlighting rising employer demand and salary premiums for AI expertise

As Sonam Wangchuk’s fast over exam irregularities enters its third week, we trace the history of hunger strikes in India—from Mahatma Gandhi and Bhagat Singh to Irom Sharmila—highlighting how the ultimate protest tool continues to shape the nation's conscience