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India has lodged a strong protest with Russia after four Indian seafarers were killed when a Guinea-Bissau flagged merchant vessel, MV Golden Leo, was struck by Russian missiles off Ukraine’s coast. The Ministry of External Affairs summoned the Russian charge d’affaires, condemning the attack as unacceptable and deplorable.

A trainee IPS officer, Uday Krishna Reddy, accused of sexual harassment by a fellow probationer, was hospitalised after allegedly attempting suicide. Police are probing whether the act was genuine or staged, with preliminary tests showing alcohol overdose but no poison.

The Telangana High Court directed the State to produce CCTV footage in connection with the alleged custodial death of undertrial prisoner Pendyala Sucharitha at Narsampet Women’s Prison, following a petition by her brother seeking a fair investigation.

The Telangana High Court restrained HYDRAA and Revenue officials from demolishing or dispossessing farmers from their patta lands in Shamshabad’s Bahadurguda village, after allegations of forcible entry and demolition without notice.

Justice Jukanti Anil Kumar of the Telangana High Court initially ordered the arrest of HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath in a contempt case but recalled the order after the Advocate General’s request. The case stems from repeated violations of court directions by HYDRAA over land at Lothukunta.

India has named a strong shooting squad for the ISSF World Cup in Hangzhou, China (July 20–29, 2026), featuring top rifle, pistol and shotgun shooters including Manu Bhaker, Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar, Elavenil Valarivan and Anantjeet Singh Naruka. The team will compete across individual and mixed events, with medal action starting July 22.

A rowdy sheeter, Nandanavanam Suri, was killed in Meerpet at midnight on Monday. Police suspect Afroz, brother of Suri’s slain brother-in-law Salman, lured him to the spot and attacked him with pepper spray and knives in revenge for an earlier murder.

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) launched fresh strikes on Iranian military targets, including command centres, missile and drone sites, and air defence systems, to curb Tehran’s ability to threaten commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will introduce the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026 in the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday, seeking statutory protection for the national song Vande Mataram. The amendment proposes penalties, including imprisonment up to three years, for intentional insult or disruption of its singing, similar to provisions for the National Anthem.

The NDA parliamentary party will hold its first meeting under the new name ‘Mangal Milan’ on Tuesday at Parliament, aiming to strengthen coordination during the Monsoon Session. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address MPs from all NDA constituents.

CJP founder Abhijit Dipke alleged that Delhi Police used excessive force against students during a march towards Parliament. He said the agitation and Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike would continue until Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns.

Delhi Police said more than 118 personnel were injured and around 70 protesters detained after the Cockroach Janta Party's "Sansad Chalo" march allegedly turned violent. Police accused protesters of attacking security personnel and damaging government vehicles and public property.

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A two-wheeler rider sustained severe head injuries after crashing into a stationary garbage collection vehicle near Ali Cafe in Amberpet on Monday evening. Police shifted the injured rider to Osmania General Hospital for treatment. Further details are awaited.

Activist Sonam Wangchuk said he would continue his hunger strike until protesting student leaders are allowed to meet parliamentarians or he is permitted to meet them in hospital. He appealed for dialogue and urged the government to address the protesters' concerns.

Attapur police arrested six persons, including an alleged ganja peddler and a sub-peddler, and seized 8.410 kg of dry ganja worth Rs. 4.2 lakh. Police also recovered weighing machines, a sealing machine, mobile phones and a motorcycle used to transport the contraband.

The NTA rejected discrepancy claims made by five re-NEET candidates, saying the submitted OMR images had been digitally altered or AI-generated. It warned that using fabricated records could invite cancellation of candidature, debarment and criminal action under applicable laws.,

A cargo train carrying 40 containers of imported mustard arrived in Nepal's Biratnagar directly from Kolkata Port for the first time. The rail service is expected to reduce transportation time and logistics costs for industrialists and importers in eastern Nepal.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao condemned the Delhi Police's use of force against peaceful protesters, calling it undemocratic. He urged the Centre to stop suppressing dissent, expressed solidarity with the protesters and appealed to them to remain safe.

The Congress government is facing criticism over alleged restrictions on protests despite its promise to restore democratic values. Opposition leaders cited house arrests, police intervention and action against protesters as examples, questioning the government's commitment to democratic rights in Telangana.

The Delhi High Court directed Safdarjung Hospital to submit Sonam Wangchuk's medical reports and health bulletins before deciding on his wife's plea to shift him to a private hospital. The court said its primary concern was safeguarding the fasting activist's life

Students of NALSAR University observed a one-meal solidarity fast in support of the hunger strike over the NEET paper leak and education-related issues. They demanded accountability, called for democratic engagement and announced a postcard campaign to the Union Government.