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Two youths from Mathura will be honoured with the Samaritan Citizen Award for rescuing nearly 100 injured passengers after a massive pile-up on the Yamuna Expressway. The fog-triggered accident claimed 19 lives and injured over 50 commuters

The BJP has criticised Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi for travelling to Germany during Parliament’s Winter Session, accusing him of defaming India and meeting anti-India forces abroad. The party questioned his absence from parliamentary proceedings.

Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh advised students, especially young boys, to make life choices they would never hesitate to explain to their mothers, stressing family values and personal responsibility during the ‘Hello Lokesh’ programme in Rajahmundry

The FSSAI has assured that eggs available in India are safe for human consumption, dismissing recent claims of nitrofuran contamination as misleading. Officials noted that trace residues below regulatory limits pose no health risk and emphasised adherence to food safety regulations.

India’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad has been announced, with Suryakumar Yadav as captain and Axar Patel as vice-captain. Notably, Shubman Gill has been left out following a poor T20 run, while Hardik Pandya returns to form.

A seven-year-old girl was killed and three others critically injured after a BNP leader’s house was allegedly locked and set on fire in Bangladesh’s Lakshmipur district, as police investigate amid rising violence in the country.

Seven days after the Messi event chaos at Salt Lake Stadium, West Bengal’s probe committee has yet to summon top officials allegedly involved in the mismanagement. The state government maintains no one is above investigation as SIT examines the incident

India announces its T20 World Cup 2026 squad without star batter Shubman Gill due to poor T20 form. Axar Patel returns as vice-captain, while Suryakumar Yadav leads a 15-member team featuring Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah, and Ishan Kishan.

The Badminton Association of India conducts its inaugural Para Badminton Coaches Development Program in Raipur, led by Dronacharya Awardee Gaurav Khanna, aiming to strengthen coaching standards, disability awareness, and athlete support to sustain India’s global para-badminton success.

A Russian missile strike on Odesa’s port killed eight people and injured 27. Ukraine later said it hit a Russian warship, oil platform, and radar system with drones, expanding attacks beyond the front lines.

Mumbai Indians Head Coach Mahela Jayawardene praised the IPL 2026 auction outcomes, highlighting the team’s strengthened core, strategic additions, and role clarity. He emphasised flexibility, tactical depth, and the integration of key players like Shardul Thakur, Sherfane Rutherford, Mayank Markande, and Allah Ghazanfar.

After suffering a setback in the Gram Panchayat elections in the erstwhile Adilabad district, the Congress is reportedly attempting damage control by wooing winning sarpanches with cash offers and development promises, particularly in the Chennur Assembly constituency.

The Centre’s decision to revise the MGNREGA cost-sharing ratio to 60:40 under the revamped VB–G RAM G scheme is expected to impose an additional Rs. 1,600 crore burden on Telangana, worsening the financial stress faced by panchayats.

A tiger was sighted on the outskirts of Malyalapally village in Ramagundam mandal, a week after it moved through Medipally opencast mine and Godavari river areas. Forest officials confirmed its presence and advised villagers to remain alert.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi may address a BJP rally in Taherpur virtually after dense fog prevented his helicopter from landing in West Bengal’s Nadia district, forcing a return to Kolkata airport amid low visibility and crowd management challenges.

The HPV vaccine, widely known for preventing cervical cancer, also significantly reduces the risk of precancerous vulvar and vaginal lesions, particularly when administered at a younger age, according to a large Swedish cohort study published in JAMA Oncology.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said the global economic and political pecking order has changed, with multiple centres of power emerging, making it impossible for any single country to dominate global affairs amid growing competition and interdependence.

Despite rapid urbanisation and soaring property prices, Ibrahimpatnam continues to preserve its traditional Wednesday shanty. The weekly market, once known for livestock trade, remains a vital hub for local vendors and residents, reflecting the suburb’s enduring cultural identity.

In a major administrative reshuffle, Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar transferred 65 Task Force personnel to CAR Headquarters amid allegations of corruption and indiscipline. The move follows complaints and ongoing inquiries into irregularities and illegal collections.

A man-eater tiger responsible for killing four people in Maharashtra’s Chandrapur district was captured by Forest officials after protests by villagers. The tiger has been shifted to a transit treatment centre in Nagpur.

Tom Holland has completed filming for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, directed by Destin Daniel Cretton. The film, starring Zendaya and others, is set for release on July 31, 2026.

Indian Bank donated Rs 38 lakh to Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams for installing a security luggage scanner at the Alipiri check post, aimed at enhancing safety and security for pilgrims entering Tirumala.

Teachers’ associations in Khammam urged the district administration to revoke the suspension of a ZPHS headmaster and termination of a KGBV special officer, saying the actions were unjustified and hurt teacher morale.

A Pakistan accountability court sentenced former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi to 17 years’ imprisonment each in the Toshakhana-II corruption case over alleged misuse of state gifts.