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A mob attacked an Assam Rifles camp in Manipur's Senapati district, torching vehicles and pelting stones following a security search operation. Security forces dispersed the crowd with tear gas, restoring order. No casualties were reported, while authorities continue efforts to maintain peace

A translocated male tiger in Rajasthan’s Ramgarh Vishdhari Tiger Reserve has successfully adapted to the wild after leaving its rewilding enclosure. The tiger has hunted prey, marked territory and interacted with other tigers, indicating promising survival prospects while officials continue monitoring

Security forces intensified search operations in Nagaland’s Chumoukedima district after an IED blast killed an Assam Rifles jawan and injured four personnel and a civilian. Authorities are investigating the attack near Sukhovi, while no militant group has claimed responsibility so far

Security forces launched a massive search operation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district after CCTV footage showed two suspected terrorists moving through Thanamandi villages. Police, CRPF and Army teams are conducting coordinated searches across forested areas to trace the individuals

Former Kerala Minister KT Jaleel defended his conduct at a Palakkad student felicitation event after a child rights commission case was filed over alleged humiliation of students. Jaleel said he interacted like a teacher, denied causing harm and offered an apology if anyone was hurt

Rajasthan lost over eight lakh school students in two academic years, with government schools accounting for most of the decline, according to UDISE+ data. Experts attribute the trend to demographic changes, migration and parents increasingly prioritising better learning outcomes and school quality

The Jagannath Temple administration will conduct a special digital inventory of the Ratna Bhandar on July 19 during the deities' stay at Gundicha Temple for Rath Yatra. Gold ornaments removed for Snan Yatra will be documented under a government-approved procedure

A Patna court granted anticipatory bail to educator Khan Sir and three coaching institute staff members in a firing case linked to vandalism at his institute. Two security guards also received bail after being arrested over the June incident

Independent MLA G Sudhakaran intensified his criticism of the CPI(M), urging its leaders to attend a "school for the elderly" to learn public conduct. He also accused Alappuzha police of bias while defending his right to speak after winning the Assembly election

Police in Jharkhand's Gumla district arrested a man for raping a three-year-old girl, disrupting a village panchayat's attempt to settle the crime internally by imposing a ₹1 lakh fine on the accused and using partial funds for a feast.\

The Supreme Court agreed to list appeals challenging the Madhya Pradesh High Court's ruling declaring the disputed Bhojshala complex a Saraswati temple. Muslim appellants contested the verdict, while Hindu parties filed caveats seeking a hearing before any interim orders are passed

Uttarakhand Police arrested suspended BKTC employee Pramod Nautiyal over alleged irregularities in handling donations at the Badrinath temple. Separate inquiries by the temple committee and state government are underway after social media allegations prompted an FIR and formal investigation

The CAG criticised the Maharashtra government for delaying the appointment of a maintenance agency for an Rs 82.78-crore anti-Naxalite helicopter, leaving it grounded for 17 months and causing an avoidable Rs 2.07-crore expense due to inadequate planning and contract management

The SIT probing alleged embezzlement of Ram temple donations in Ayodhya is set to question trust functionaries and examine records. Investigators have arrested eight people, recovered cash and jewellery, expanded financial scrutiny, and sought custodial remand of two accused

A 70-year-old chartered accountant from Gwalior lost over Rs 21 crore in a six-month cyber investment scam after fraudsters lured him through WhatsApp with fake high-return promises. Police have frozen Rs 1.75 crore and are tracing the transferred funds

The Supreme Court will hear petitions seeking a court-monitored probe into alleged financial irregularities in donations managed by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. The pleas seek forensic audits, record preservation, greater transparency, and transfer of the investigation to the CBI

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath launched the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign to plant 35 crore saplings, stressing environmental protection. He highlighted the state's renewable energy initiatives, LED streetlights, solar projects and welfare schemes promoting sustainable development

Two Pakistani nationals were arrested in Karnataka's Chikkaballapura district for allegedly obtaining a ration card and voter ID by concealing their nationality. Authorities cancelled both documents after verification, and police registered cases under the BNS, Foreigners Act and Representation of the People Act

The death toll in Pune's Moshi garbage dump collapse has risen to eight after seven more bodies were recovered from the collapsed Waste-to-Energy project building. One person remains missing as NDRF-led rescue teams continue intensive search operations using specialised equipment

A Pilibhit man was booked for allegedly obtaining three passports using different dates of birth and personal details. The discrepancy surfaced during police verification for a Police Clearance Certificate, prompting an investigation by police following a complaint from passport authorities

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay visited Karur for the first time after the 2025 stampede that killed 41 people. He accused the DMK of seeking political gains, questioned police handling, and announced a memorial for the victims

The Madhya Pradesh High Court sought a status report on all nine tiger reserves after recent tiger deaths and suspected Canine Distemper Virus infections at Kanha. It directed stronger disease prevention, dog vaccination, veterinary staffing and compliance with Supreme Court conservation guidelines

A second Great Indian Bustard chick born through the 'jumpstart' conservation technique in Gujarat's Kutch has survived beyond the critical 40-day stage. The success strengthens efforts to revive the critically endangered species ahead of its planned rewilding phase

A fresh batch of 8,796 pilgrims, including 33 foreigners, departed Jammu’s Bhagwati Nagar base camp for the Amarnath Yatra under tight security. Over 1.73 lakh devotees have visited the holy cave shrine since the pilgrimage began on July 2