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NCERT’s new Class 8 textbook presents Mughal rulers like Babur, Akbar, and Aurangzeb with a critical lens, highlighting brutality, intolerance, and resistance. It also emphasises resilience and valor by leaders like Shivaji, Rani Durgavati, and Maharana Pratap

Of these five schemes, four are equity-oriented index funds while one is a debt-oriented index fund

Drones are replacing human Over Ground Workers (OGWs) in Jammu & Kashmir, helping terrorists with surveillance, arms, and logistics. Officials warn that Pakistan’s ISI is using drones to assist infiltration and assess troop positions, escalating threats in the region

Both growth and price stability equally important, says RBI Governor

After Russian woman Nina Kutina was found living in a cave in Karnataka with her daughters, her ex-husband, Israeli citizen Dror Goldstein, is now seeking shared custody. He fears losing contact if they are sent to Russia and wants them to stay in India

Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin defended the DMK's welfare work and criticised opposition leader EPS. In Mayiladuthurai, he announced projects worth Rs 7,360 crore, launched new infrastructure plans, and reiterated support for women, farmers, and fishermen, especially on Katchatheevu

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has transferred the probe into Colonel Pushpinder Singh Bath’s assault case to the CBI, citing Chandigarh Police's failure to ensure a fair investigation. The colonel accused 12 Punjab Police personnel of unprovoked assault

The Banni Grasslands in Gujarat are now fully ready for cheetah rehabilitation, featuring enclosures, enhanced prey base, and monitoring systems. Officials await final clearance to relocate cheetahs here, following introductions at other identified sites under Project Cheetah

‘UNNOTI’ will make services faster, easier, and more accessible for citizens across 60 govt departments and 300+ schemes. Aims to empower 41 lakh citizens of Tripura

The Bombay High Court dismissed a PIL against Prada for allegedly copying Kolhapuri chappals, citing lack of locus by the petitioners. The court said only the GI tag holder can take legal action, not unrelated individuals claiming public interest

Over the past three days, around 10 schools and a college in Delhi have received bomb threats via email from aliases like ‘Roadkill’ and ‘Benji’. Though no explosives were found, police have launched a probe to trace the culprits

The execution of Nimisha Priya, convicted of murdering her Yemeni business partner in 2017, has been deferred amid negotiations. The victim’s family demands justice, while Indian officials and religious leaders push for a pardon through a ‘blood money’ settlement

Six peacocks died after allegedly coming into contact with high-tension power lines near a temple in Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. Villagers blamed official negligence. Authorities promised action after videos of the dead national birds surfaced on social media

Two Maoists and a CRPF CoBRA jawan were killed in an early morning gunfight in Bokaro district’s Birhordera forest in Jharkhand. Security forces launched a search operation in the area following the encounter. One elite commando also lost his life.

Delhi Police detained seven Bangladeshi nationals in separate operations across Dwarka and South West Districts. The undocumented migrants, including two women and a minor, were handed over to the FRRO. Deportation proceedings have been initiated following all legal formalities.

For the third consecutive day, Delhi schools received bomb threats via email, prompting mass evacuations. Four schools were targeted on Wednesday, including St. Thomas and Vasant Valley. No explosives were found. Police are tracing the email origins and intensifying investigations.

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The actress was taken to HN Reliance Hospital in Girgaon area of Mumbai for delivery; both mother and baby are reported to be healthy

Bharat Utsav in Moscow attracted over 8 lakh visitors who experienced Indian arts, dance, food, yoga, and heritage. Held from July 5 to 13, the nine-day festival featured 500+ events and showcased traditions from several Indian States

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s remark has all the makings of a planned missive to induce intended action

Sources in New Delhi said the government of India has made concerted efforts in recent days to seek more time for Priya's family to reach a "mutually agreeable" solution with the other party, they said.

The mid-sized electric SUV Model Y, once the world’s best-selling car, will be offered in India in two variants — rear-wheel drive with base price at Rs 59.89 lakh and long-range rear wheel drive at a base price of Rs 67.89 lakh

Cellular Operators Association of India, however, expresses concern over spammers taking the route of over-the-top or internet messaging apps which remain unregulated