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The scope of work includes converting the existing 1x25 kV traction system to a more advanced 2x25 kV system on the Salem Junction–Podanur Junction and Coimbatore Junction–Podanur Junction–Irugur sections.

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla studied bone loss, radiation, and tardigrades aboard the ISS during the Axiom-4 mission. His experiments aim to improve space health and treat diseases like osteoporosis and muscle loss on Earth, while testing life-supporting organisms in space

Ahead of his 90th birthday, the Dalai Lama said he plans to live to 130 and confirmed a 15th reincarnation. He rejected China’s claim to choose his successor, stating only his office has the authority, reassuring Tibetan followers worldwide

India's Gini index stands at 25.5, ranking it the fourth most equal country globally, ahead of China and the US, according to the World Bank. This reflects India's success in reducing poverty and implementing inclusive welfare and financial initiatives

Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath warned that retail trading may be affected if proprietary trading giants like Jane Street withdraw from Indian markets. Kamath's remarks follow Sebi’s order barring Jane Street over alleged market manipulation and impounding over Rs 4,843 crore

International Cooperative Day, celebrated on July 5, offers a compelling call to integrate Child Health and Sports Cooperative-inspired models into national education and health policies

On March 26, the US adopted a safeguard measure in the form of a tariff increase of 25 per cent ad valorem on imports of passenger vehicles and light trucks, and on certain automobile parts from India

India has hardened its position on giving duty concessions to American farm and dairy products as these are politically sensitive sectors

The Allahabad High Court dismissed a plea to label Mathura’s Shahi Idgah mosque as a disputed structure. The court found no grounds to question the mosque’s legitimacy, rejecting comparisons to the Babri Masjid and claims of missing land records

UPS is applicable to the central government employees who are covered under the NPS and who choose this option under the NPS, which came into effect on January 1, 2004

Lt Gen Rahul R Singh revealed China used Pakistan as a proxy against India during May’s four-day conflict, offering military support and using the clash to test weapons. He also flagged Turkiye's role in aiding Pakistan with drones and hardware

The Karnataka High Court stayed defamation proceedings against D K Shivakumar and Rahul Gandhi over Congress’s "corruption rate card" ads targeting BJP during the 2023 elections. The BJP alleges the campaign damaged its image with claims of 40 per cent commission governance

Realme teases its upcoming 15 Series with a mysterious campaign and tagline "Live for Real." Featuring AI camera upgrades and flagship features in the Pro model, the phone is expected to launch in India soon, sparking celebrity collaboration rumours

India’s Directorate General of Trade Remedies has initiated an anti-dumping probe into polyethylene imports from six countries after a domestic industry complaint. The investigation could lead to duties if material injury from cheap imports is established, per WTO rules

The most regulatory requirements have been addressed and a Letter of Intent has been issued, final approvals are pending before the rollout begins

Garuda Aerospace has secured contracts from Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Jharkhand governments to provide AI-powered drone services, including mining surveys, database creation, and monitoring

A division bench presided by Justice Soumen Sen asked the state to produce the case diary of the investigation before July 10

Denosumab biosimilars Vevzuo and Evfraxy are used for treating various bone diseases. The approvals mark a key step in the company’s European expansion and reinforce its commitment to affordable biologic therapies

The Rs 460-crore project will come up in Gujarat and support India meet clean energy targets by 2030

India’s DGTR has initiated an anti-dumping investigation into imports of multi-layer paperboard from Indonesia. The probe follows a complaint by Indian manufacturers who allege injury from cheap imports. The outcome may lead to duties, pending finance ministry approval