India

The rupee depreciated 9 paise to 95.17 against the US dollar in early Thursday trade as persistent geopolitical concerns offset support from easing crude oil prices. Foreign fund outflows and a stronger dollar also weighed on the domestic currency despite positive equity market opening

A new NITI Aayog report highlights the need to build a trained caregiver workforce in India to meet rising domestic and global demand. It recommends professional recognition, social security, policy support and a structured caregiving ecosystem to create employment opportunities

Indian equity markets opened marginally higher on Thursday, supported by hopes of a US-Iran peace deal and strong June quarter earnings. Sensex and Nifty gained in early trade, while IT, pharma and healthcare stocks advanced. Foreign investors remained sellers amid market movements

The BJD opposed a proposed 3,000 MW nuclear power plant in Odisha, alleging the BJP government is prioritising corporate interests over public safety. The party warned of statewide protests, citing concerns over nuclear risks, privatisation and inadequate government response

Tamil Nadu's 2026-27 Agriculture Budget is expected to announce measures on crop loan waivers, procurement incentives, climate resilience, irrigation and farm infrastructure. Farmers are also awaiting higher support for crop prices, mechanisation and long-term strategies to boost productivity and incomes

Heavy rain and gusty winds are forecast for Coimbatore, Theni, Tirunelveli and the Nilgiris on Thursday and Friday due to a weak atmospheric circulation. Moderate showers are expected across several Tamil Nadu districts through Sunday, including Chennai and adjoining areas

Union Health Minister JP Nadda will visit Arunachal Pradesh to review flood relief, rehabilitation and healthcare measures after touring Assam and Nagaland. He inspected affected areas, met displaced families and assured full Central support for reconstruction, restoration and disaster response efforts

J&K Police have announced a reward of Rs 15 lakh for information leading to the arrest of Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist Mohammad Lateef Bhat, accused of killing Head Constable Ashiq Hussain Qureshi in Anantnag on July 22. Posters with his photograph have been put up across the Valley.

To ensure our young workforce thrives, we must stop preparing it to compete with machines and instead teach it how to lead them

RBI's neutral policy stance reflects the central bank's preference to wait for greater clarity on inflation and global developments before making its next move

Fresh errors have surfaced in Odia textbooks supplied to private English medium schools in Odisha, including mistakes in the National Anthem and state song. Teachers flagged spelling errors and unusual sequencing of the Odia alphabet, while parents complained about being forced to print PDF versions of the book.

The Jharkhand government has initiated talks with students protesting alleged irregularities in JPSC and JSSC recruitment exams at Ranchi’s Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium. While officials proposed closed-door discussions, the students insisted on transparent talks in the presence of media.

CJP chief spokesperson Saurav Das alleged that YouTubers and media personnel entered his residence and filmed its interiors, posing a security threat to his family. He appealed to the Delhi Police, while the issue was also raised by the TMC in the Rajya Sabha

Singer and musician Remo Fernandes announced that his London concert would be his final live performance, citing health issues caused by a minor stroke and vertigo. The veteran artiste thanked fans and fulfilled his long-standing wish to perform for Goans in the UK

The NCPCR’s POCSO e-Box, launched in 2017 to help children report offences under the POCSO Act, remains little known despite its role in tackling cyberbullying, stalking, image morphing, and child sexual abuse material.

The National Conference demanded the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir's statehood on the seventh anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370, questioning the Centre over its unfulfilled promise. Congress backed the demand as protests were held in Parliament and Jammu

Tamil Nadu's TVK government presented its maiden Budget, allocating over Rs 1,000 crore for women-centric welfare schemes while focusing on youth development and fiscal prudence. The Opposition criticised the Budget, alleging it repackaged existing schemes and ignored major election promises

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has abolished the special pass system for Ram Darbar visits, allowing devotees to proceed directly after Ram Lalla darshan. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court-monitored probe into the temple donation theft continues under a reconstituted SIT

The Supreme Court clarified that its order restricting use of courtroom audio-video recordings does not prevent recognised news organisations from reporting proceedings. However, media outlets cannot use audio or video clips of judicial proceedings without permission under the court’s directions

The Supreme Court agreed to hear petitions challenging the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2026, while also taking up a PIL seeking action against alleged gambling platforms operating as social and e-sports games. The case questions the nationwide real-money gaming ban

The Karnataka Cabinet expansion has triggered widespread unrest within the Congress, with resignations, protests, bandh calls and threats of defection by disappointed MLAs. The party leadership is now working to pacify dissatisfied legislators as political pressure mounts across several districts

Activist Sonam Wangchuk urged Jharkhand protester Devendra Nath Mahto to drink water during his hunger strike against alleged recruitment exam irregularities. The protest has intensified, with six people now fasting and demanding cancellation of the 14th JPSC exam and reforms

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said wounds from the abrogation of Article 370 remain unhealed seven years later and accused the Centre of not fulfilling its statehood promise. National Conference workers also held protests across the Union Territory

The Supreme Court directed state governments to reconsider increasing the retirement age of judicial officers, saying financial burden cannot be cited as a reason to oppose the move. States have been asked to take a decision within two weeks in consultation with high courts