India

In Hyderabad’s Old City, Rajesh, a third-generation drummer, continues the vanishing tradition of beating the Dappu to announce Bonalu festival dates. Once widespread across localities, the custom now survives in only a few urban pockets and rural Telangana.

A 19-year-old Dalit youth was allegedly beaten and subjected to casteist abuse by five men in Muzaffarnagar’s Badhai Kala village. Police have registered a case under the BNS and SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act following the victim's complaint

Election Commission officials in Bihar have identified numerous illegal migrants from Nepal, Bangladesh, and Myanmar during a voter list review. Names will be excluded after verification post-August 1. A nationwide electoral roll revision is planned to detect foreign nationals

A four-year-old boy was killed and his mother seriously injured after a car rammed into them at an EV charging station in Kerala’s Vagamon during a family trip

India is enhancing port infrastructure to support larger vessels and boost transshipment capacity. With ports like Vadhavan and Galathea Bay under development, the government aims to reduce dependence on foreign hubs and position India as a major transshipment center

The Ministry of Home Affairs has warned of rising radicalisation in Indian prisons, urging states and UTs to implement de-radicalisation, risk assessments, segregation of high-risk inmates, and surveillance measures to ensure internal security and prevent extremist violence within correctional facilities

A diesel-laden goods train caught fire in Tiruvallur, Tamil Nadu, early Sunday, prompting mass evacuation and disruption of Chennai-bound rail services. Authorities deployed over 25 fire tenders and detached wagons to contain the blaze. No casualties have been reported yet.

Jonathan Trott criticised India captain Shubman Gill’s animated on-field reaction as unnecessary gamesmanship, saying a captain should set the tone. He praised KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant for their smart shot selection and calm during their partnership in the third Test.

Anil Kumble called the England-India Test at Lord’s “true Test match drama,” praising the intensity and competitiveness of the series. He also lauded Ravindra Jadeja’s consistent batting contributions and justified promotion to No.6 in the batting order.

India’s KL Rahul credited mental training techniques inspired by Formula 1 for his performance in the third Test at Lord’s. He also reflected on a costly run-out involving Rishabh Pant and the momentum shift that followed in India’s innings.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar visits China for the SCO foreign ministers’ meeting, marking his first visit since 2020's Galwan clash. India continues diplomatic engagement post-Modi-Xi bilateral breakthrough.

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Another male student, who attempted to save her, also suffered injuries and both were rushed to the district headquarters hospital here. Later, she was referred to AIIMS Bhubaneswar for advanced treatment

As Europe rethinks its security, China stakes a global claim, and the US turns unpredictable, the cinders of the post–World War II order smoulder. What will crystallise remains unclear, but the birth pangs of a new global order are already visible

Chief Justice of India BR Gavai calls the Constitution “invaluable” for maintaining India’s unity over 75 years. Speaking at Osmania University, he highlights Ambedkar’s vision, especially Article 32, as vital to safeguarding fundamental rights and preserving national integrity

Visakhapatnam will host the second BIMSTEC Ports Conclave on July 14–15. Focusing on the blue economy, green energy, and regional trade, the event will bring together BIMSTEC nations to boost maritime cooperation, investment, innovation, and sustainable connectivity

India’s Civil Aviation Minister urged patience as the AAIB’s preliminary report on the Air India crash in Ahmedabad indicates both engines were shut down. Officials stress it’s too early to draw conclusions until the final investigation findings are released

More Indian students are choosing US universities for green degrees in sustainability, renewable energy, and environmental policy. These programs offer global skills and hands-on learning, helping students lead India’s green transition and tackle climate change challenges with practical, real-world solutions

Airline Pilots’ Association of India urges government to include them in the ongoing probe to maintain transparency in the investigation

Eyebrows are being raised over how security guards allowed her inside without getting her name registered in the visitor’s logbook

Senior Telangana leader A.P. Jithender Reddy was elected unopposed as Treasurer of the Constitution Club of India. The development is seen as recognition of his integrity and leadership, with expectations of transparency and fiscal discipline in the Club’s administration.

A body handed over for Kumara Swamy’s funeral was found to be someone else’s, sparking confusion in Warangal. Authorities later confirmed Kumara Swamy was alive and undergoing treatment. The deceased, a railway accident victim, remains unidentified. Probe is underway.

Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar shared his Wimbledon experience, likening it to Lord’s in cricket. From admiring McEnroe and Federer to praising Alcaraz’s energy and drawing parallels between tennis and cricket, Sachin highlighted his deep passion for the sport.