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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders extended heartfelt wishes to former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on his 76th birthday, praising his lifelong commitment to public service, grassroots leadership, and contributions to Indian politics and nation-building

A fire broke out early Tuesday in the burns ward of Victoria Hospital, Bengaluru, likely due to a short circuit. All 26 inpatients were safely evacuated. The incident follows a series of recent fatal fire accidents in the city

EAM S. Jaishankar dismissed US President Donald Trump’s claim that trade pressure ended the India-Pakistan standoff in May. Offering a firsthand account, Jaishankar emphasized that diplomacy and trade were separate, and India responded to Pakistan’s aggression on its own terms.

All 14 gates of Babli Barrage were opened to release Godavari water to SRSP in line with the Supreme Court’s directive. The release, supervised by Telangana, Maharashtra and CWC, supports irrigation and drinking water supply till October 2025.

PM Narendra Modi and Union Health Minister JP Nadda extended heartfelt wishes to India’s doctors on National Doctors’ Day, praising their compassion, sacrifice, and service. The day commemorates Dr B.C. Roy and honours medical professionals’ role in shaping a healthier India.

The Chennai Bulls dominated the Delhi Redz 41-0 to win the inaugural GMR Rugby Premier League title. With strong praise from players and coaches, the league is being hailed as a game-changer for Indian rugby’s growth and global exposure.

EAM S Jaishankar called the Pahalgam terror attack an act of economic warfare targeting Kashmir’s tourism and vowed no tolerance for terrorism. He ruled out yielding to nuclear blackmail and highlighted India's response through Operation Sindoor against Pakistan-based terror camps.

Television actress Nyrraa Banerji has urged for gender-balanced storytelling in Indian television, noting the shift from male to female-dominant narratives. She also spoke about her new music video ‘Main Teri Hoon’ and emphasized the importance of self-love in today’s world.

A Singapore court sentenced Indian-origin man Kavind Raj Kannan to over two years in jail and caning for his role in a fatal 2023 riot at Concorde Hotel. Another gang member faces murder charges while others have received jail terms.

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The Delhi government has enforced a ban on refuelling End-of-Life vehicles—over 10 years old for diesel and 15 for petrol—starting July 1. AI cameras at petrol pumps will flag violators, who face fines and possible vehicle seizure.

The death toll from the Sigachi Chloro Chemical explosion in Sangareddy rose to 45, with 35 others injured. Rescue operations are ongoing, as many remain trapped under debris. The incident is likely the worst industrial mishap in Telangana’s history.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) says rainfall is likely to be below normal in large parts of the northeast, many areas of eastern India and extreme southern peninsular India

Former MLC N Ramchander Rao is set to become the new BJP State president, with an official announcement expected on Tuesday. The central leadership reportedly endorsed his nomination, sidelining other contenders and triggering criticism from Goshamahal MLA T Raja Singh

An FIR has been lodged against seven persons, including the rape survivor's in-laws, in connection with the matter

Telangana’s GVO in agriculture and allied sectors doubled over the past decade, with the State ranking No.1 in paddy and making significant gains in cereals, livestock, fibres and spices. Flagship irrigation and farm welfare schemes have driven this growth

The Department of Telecommunications and NDMA are testing a new Cell Broadcast alert system to deliver real-time emergency warnings nationwide. Unlike SMS alerts, CB messages reach all phones in affected areas instantly. Testing will run for two to four weeks

Odisha evacuated residents from flood-hit areas in Balasore and Mayurbhanj as the Subarnarekha river rose above danger levels. Heavy rainfall and dam discharges from Jharkhand worsened the situation. Relief efforts are underway, with more rain expected until July 5

A 24-year-old woman from Gujarat was arrested at Delhi Airport for her role in a Cambodia-based cyber fraud network. She allegedly helped dupe Indian victims through fake "digital arrest" threats. Police have arrested 16 people in the case so far.

The Expert Appraisal Committee has returned Andhra Pradesh’s Polavaram–Banakacherla Link Project proposal, citing legal and environmental concerns. It directed the State to consult the CWC and resolve inter-State issues before seeking clearance for an Environmental Impact Assessment study

A Hyderabad - based engineer was conferred with a prestigious award for his contributions to the field of civil engineering

If counter-terrorism cannot be a unifying pillar, then a question mark hangs over the core objectives of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation

The AICC general secretary says any news that is circulated in the media about leadership change is only a figment of imagination

The stock plunged 11.58 per cent on June 30 to settle at Rs 48.79 apiece on the BSE. During the day, it lost 14.82 per cent to Rs 47. On the NSE, the stock cracked 11.19 per cent to Rs 48.95