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The Supreme Court referred a matrimonial dispute to mediation and appointed former judge Justice M.R. Shah as mediator. The court stayed family court proceedings while efforts are made to resolve the case amicably over allegations involving false evidence and maintenance claims
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Dr Jagannath Nayak, Director of CHESS and a distinguished DRDO scientist, has been appointed Director General (Missiles & Strategic Systems). A veteran researcher, he has led the development of India's first Directed Energy Weapon system and advanced indigenous avionics and guidance technologies.
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President Droupadi Murmu presented the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM) to Lt Gen Neeraj Varshney, Commandant of MCEME and Colonel Commandant of the Corps of EME, during the Defence Investiture Ceremony – Phase II at Rashtrapati Bhavan on June 29.
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The rupee fell 15 paise to close at 94.65 against the US dollar, pressured by a stronger greenback, month-end corporate demand and risk-averse sentiment. Stable crude prices and expected RBI intervention limited losses despite weak domestic equities and FII outflows
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The Centre reappointed Ravi Agrawal as CBDT Chairman on a six-month contract from July 1 to December 31, 2026. The move ensures continuity in direct tax administration as the Income Tax Department records strong growth in direct tax collections
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Thousands of Telangana intermediate students, particularly those in Telugu and Urdu medium, are attending classes without new textbooks more than a month into the academic year. Lecturers say syllabus revisions have worsened the situation, while the Telugu Akademi attributes delays to publication challenges.
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Former Minister S Niranjan Reddy accused the Congress government of not fulfilling the poll promise of providing Rs 15,000 per acre annually under Rythu Bharosa scheme. He criticised the Congress government over unpaid due of Rs. 30,000 crore.
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FIFA Heroes delivers fast-paced arcade football with colourful visuals, fantasy characters, and quick matchmaking. However, repetitive challenges, inconsistent controls, and slow progression reduce its long-term appeal, making it an enjoyable casual game but not a serious rival to EA FC.
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The Kerala Assembly passed a resolution urging the Centre to comprehensively reform NEET and the national examination system. The UDF and LDF jointly backed the motion, rejecting BJP amendments, citing repeated exam irregularities, paper leaks and administrative failures affecting students' confidence
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The 10th School Cinema International Film Festival (SCIFF) will be held from November 14 to 30, bringing children's films to schools across India. Entries are invited from filmmakers worldwide until August 15 for live-action, animation, and documentary films completed after January 1, 2024.
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The Finance Ministry's Expenditure Finance Committee approved a Rs 1.25 lakh crore outlay for India Semiconductor Mission 2.0. The proposal, awaiting Union Cabinet approval, aims to boost domestic chip manufacturing, strengthen supply chains and meet 75 per cent of semiconductor demand by 2030
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A friendly polo match between a visiting United States team and the Roude Léiw Polo Club selection was held after the cancellation of the 8th International Luxembourg Polo Cup due to a heatwave. The United States side secured a narrow 6-5 victory.
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Hyderabad's ice speed skater S Pranav Madav clinched three gold medals at the 21st National Ice Skating Championship in Dehradun, winning the 500m, 1,000m and 1,500m events and continuing his preparations for the 2030 Winter Olympics.
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Police probing Ketan Agarwal's murder found he repeatedly questioned his father about fiancée Siya Goyal's background, suspecting her relationship with co-accused Chetan Chaudhary. Despite expressing concerns before the wedding, Ketan was repeatedly reassured by his family, according to the FIR
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Hockey India has named a 22-member Indian Junior men's team for an exposure tour of Belgium from July 5 to 18. Led by Anmol Ekka, the side will play six matches against Austria, Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands ahead of the Junior Asia Cup.
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The Maharashtra FDA suspended licences of six eateries, including Mumbai's Flint & Waarsa, after inspections uncovered unhygienic kitchens, expired food, misbranded products and regulatory violations. The statewide drive also led to arrests, seizures of banned items and continued enforcement against food safety breaches
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The Cyberabad Traffic Police have issued a traffic advisory ahead of the Rythu Bharosa Nidhula Pampini Karyakramam at Shilpakala Vedika on Tuesday evening. Around 5,000 farmers are expected to attend, with traffic congestion likely in parts of Madhapur.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted traditional Indian handicrafts and textiles, including Kanchivaram silk, Maheshwari silk, Toda shawl and Bidriware, to Seychelles' President, Vice President, Speaker and their spouses during his visit, highlighting India's rich cultural heritage and strengthening bilateral ties
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The Supreme Court ordered status quo on the Karnataka High Court's direction to enhance ethanol allocation for ESY 2025-26. Hearing BPCL's plea, the court examined concerns that altering allocations could disrupt India's 20 per cent ethanol blending programme and trigger similar legal claims
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The Finance Ministry’s Expenditure Finance Committee has cleared an outlay of Rs 1.25 lakh crore for India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) 2.0, a major expansion from ISM 1.0’s Rs 76,000 crore. The proposal aims to strengthen India’s semiconductor ecosystem, reduce import dependence, and meet up to 75 pc of domestic chip demand by 2030.
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Dr. Abid Moiz, physician and scholar, argues that Urdu must move beyond poetry to embrace science and modern knowledge. His latest books — Shayari Zariya-e-Izzat Nahin and Istilahaat: Bujhiye aur Banaiye — highlight Urdu’s potential to develop scientific terminology and reclaim its heritage as a language of scholarship.
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General Dhiraj Seth assumed charge as India's 31st Chief of the Army Staff, succeeding General Upendra Dwivedi. A veteran Armoured Corps officer with nearly four decades of service, he will lead the Army's modernisation, self-reliance efforts and evolving border security challenges
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With protein becoming a major nutrition trend, many vegetarians are worried about meeting their daily needs. Experts say a balanced diet that includes pulses, legumes, dairy, soy products, nuts and seeds can provide adequate protein without the need for supplements.
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Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala said the SIT probe into the alleged Sabarimala gold loss case is independent and not politically motivated. He asserted that anyone found guilty will face consequences as the High Court-monitored investigation continues and fresh proceedings begin
