States

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

The Petroleum Ministry said India’s ethanol blending programme began in 2001 and evolved through years of policy, testing and consultations. It rejected claims of a rushed E20 rollout, highlighting expanded production, industry support, quality standards and strict monitoring against fuel adulteration

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