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A doctor allegedly assaulted by Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde faction) leader Ramesh Mhatre at a Thane municipal hospital resigned, citing safety concerns. The incident followed a dispute over shifting a newborn due to NICU capacity. Police arrested Mhatre and five associates

Tamil Nadu Police issued a lookout circular against Singapore-based businessman Lakshmana Perumal over an alleged bid to bribe a TVK MLA. Investigators accused him of destroying digital evidence while expanding the probe into the alleged cash-for-vote conspiracy and related threats

The Supreme Court deferred hearing on Meghalaya's plea against Sonam Raghuvanshi's bail in the Raja Raghuvanshi murder case to July 14, seeking arrest documents while allowing her interim bail to continue. The state cited a typographical error, while Sonam maintained her innocence

The makers of Mysaa completed filming a crucial underwater sequence featuring Rashmika Mandanna. The action thriller, directed by Rawindra Pulle, showcases the actress as a tribal Gond girl and includes intense action, songs and stunt sequences ahead of its 2026 release

More than 1.42 lakh pilgrims have visited the Amarnath cave shrine in six days as another 8,150 yatris departed from Jammu. Authorities tightened checks on unregistered pilgrims, suspended four teachers over registration irregularities, and acted to protect the melting ice stalagmite

A 12-year-old girl died and three students were hospitalised after a venomous krait snake entered a girls' hostel at a residential school in Jharkhand's Lohardaga district and bit them while they slept. Police are investigating how the snake entered the room

  A preliminary SIT report identified Avinash Shukla as the prime accused in the alleged Ram Temple donation theft case, linking him to nearly 70 thefts over 40 days. Investigators cited CCTV footage, cash recoveries, financial records and witness statements as key evidence 

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that small, non-polluting enterprises will not need government approvals to begin operations for their first three years. The move aims to boost entrepreneurship, reduce regulatory hurdles, attract investment and strengthen the state's business ecosystem

Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan of Centre's support for rescue and rehabilitation efforts after the Wayanad mudslide killed three workers and left five missing. A high-level probe will investigate the causes and safety lapses behind the tragedy

Three accused in the alleged Ram Temple donation theft case in Ayodhya were taken into police custody for 24-hour interrogation after a court order. The SIT investigation has so far led to eight arrests and is examining suspected thefts and security lapses

A self-styled Lashkar-e-Taiba commander, Zakir Ahmad Ganie, was killed in a joint anti-terror operation by security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district. The operation, launched on July 3, continues as forces search for another trapped terrorist

The Madhya Pradesh government has ordered a probe into alleged financial irregularities and unauthorised collection of donations at the Maa Baglamukhi Temple in Nalkheda. A three-member panel will investigate complaints involving private bank accounts and parallel donation collection

The Gujarat High Court upheld the death sentences of Mohammed Akbar Ismail Chaudhary and Aneeq Shafique Sayeed in the Ahmedabad serial blasts case. The duo had earlier been sentenced to death by a Hyderabad court for their role in the 2007 twin bomb blasts

A 116-year-old devotee from Chennai, Navaneethamma, trekked to Tirumala on foot for darshan of Lord Venkateswara Swamy. Impressed by her devotion, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams arranged special VIP darshan, while Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister praised her remarkable faith

The Nagaland Cabinet approved convening a special Assembly session to enact a law for the proposed Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority, while seeking the Centre's approval for legislative powers and a higher development package amid delays in implementing the February agreement

Mumbai remained on high alert as the IMD forecast another day of torrential rain, prompting school closures, work-from-home advisories and emergency measures. Record rainfall over 48 hours caused widespread flooding, transport disruptions and storm damage across the city and suburbs

More than 85,000 pilgrims have completed the annual Amarnath Yatra in its first four days, with over 28,000 devotees offering prayers on Monday. Authorities have tightened security, expanded facilities and urged pilgrims to travel only on their registered dates

The Maharashtra Congress launched a statewide protest against the BJP and RSS over alleged misappropriation of donations at the Ayodhya Ram Temple. The agitation follows similar protests by Shiv Sena (UBT), with both parties demanding accountability and action over the alleged irregularities 

Two Assam Rifles personnel were killed and several others injured after suspected militants ambushed their convoy in Manipur's Ukhrul district. The attack triggered an exchange of fire, while security forces launched search operations and the State government condemned the killings

Flash floods and landslides triggered by heavy overnight rain damaged the Doda-Kishtwar highway and disrupted traffic in Jammu and Kashmir. Several vehicles were buried near the Kwar Hydroelectric Power Project, while authorities launched restoration work and issued safety advisories

14th Dalai Lama's 91st birthday was celebrated by Tibetans and followers worldwide with prayers for his long life and good health. Leaders across India praised his enduring message of compassion, peace, non-violence and universal human values

The IMD issued a red alert for Mumbai, Thane and Raigad, forecasting extremely heavy rain and strong winds. Authorities warned of flooding, transport disruptions and landslides, while the BMC deployed emergency teams and urged residents to avoid unnecessary travel

An 18-year-old man was arrested in Jharkhand for allegedly strangling his girlfriend and burying her body near the Kanchi River after suspecting she was involved with another person. Police recovered the victim's phone and solved the murder during investigation

Security forces launched a search operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district after a suspected Pakistani drone briefly crossed the Line of Control before returning. No weapons, narcotics or other suspicious material were found during the area search