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‘Democratic decentralisation’: Govt announces hill councils for all 7 Ladakh districts
The Indian government has announced the establishment of hill development councils across all seven districts of Ladakh to foster democratic decentralization and strengthen grassroots governance, expanding the existing council model beyond Leh and Kargil.
KPSC row: How the ‘irregularities’ unfolded
A controversy has emerged at the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) involving allegations of irregularities linked to Suma S. Sahukar, the daughter of KPSC Chairman Shivashankrappa Sahukar.
‘Was helping citizens, had no grudge against doctor’: Shiv Sena corporator seeks bail
Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre is seeking bail after his arrest for allegedly assaulting doctors and nurses at the Dombivli civic hospital, claiming his actions were motivated by a desire to help citizens.
Rathothsavam of new golden chariot of Sri Ekambaranathar temple held
The Sri Ekambaranathar temple celebrated the Rathothsavam of its new golden chariot, a project originally envisioned by Sri Jayendra Saraswathi Shankaracharya Swamigal.
Karnataka govt. lays down guidelines for setting up 10,000 Bharat Jodo Yuva Sanghas with focus on sports and culture
The Karnataka government has issued guidelines to establish 10,000 Bharat Jodo Yuva Sanghas across 6,000 gram panchayats and 4,000 urban wards, aiming to engage the youth through a focused approach on sports and cultural activities.
A cautious push for industrialisation in West Bengal
The West Bengal government, led by the Chief Minister, is implementing a cautious strategy to boost industrialization by taking direct responsibility for purchasing land, aiming to mitigate the historical complexities and conflicts associated with land acquisition in the state.
Namma 112 helps rescue six schoolboys, reunites missing child with family in two swift police operations
The Namma 112 Emergency Response System successfully executed two critical operations on July 10, rescuing six schoolboys attempting to travel to Delhi and reuniting a missing child with their family.
Why Tamil Nadu does not need privatisation of power distribution
The Tamil Nadu government has released a White Paper arguing against the privatization of power distribution, asserting that state funding effectively bridges the gap between the average cost of supply and average revenue realization for the TNPDCL.
TDB submits progress report before Kerala HC on digital transformation
The Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) has informed the Kerala High Court that the Sabarimala temple will serve as the priority pilot site for the implementation of its Enterprise Digital transformation project, aiming to modernize administrative and operational processes.
Over 2.5 lakh engineering UG seats available in T.N. this academic year
Tamil Nadu offers over 2.5 lakh undergraduate engineering seats for the current academic year, with Anna University announcing that the controversial 'ghost faculty' issue has been addressed.
New Moon in July 2026: An astrologer explains the rare convergence of the New Moon, Gupt Navratri and Rath Yatra
An astrologer discusses the rare astrological convergence in July 2026, where the New Moon coincides with Gupt Navratri and the Rath Yatra festival, detailing its spiritual significance and impact on the zodiac signs.
Man claims US Navy past, caught near Nepal border with Chinese passport
A 36-year-old man claiming to be a US citizen and former US Navy member was arrested by a joint police team near the India-Nepal border in Uttar Pradesh's Maharajganj district while in possession of a Chinese passport.
100 cars, ponies, miniature waterfalls: Inside Yohan Poonawalla’s 7.5-acre Pune mansion
Billionaire industrialist Yohan Poonawalla and his wife Michelle have provided a rare glimpse into their opulent 7.5-acre estate in Pune's Koregaon Park, which features an extensive collection of 100 cars, ponies, and intricate miniature waterfalls.
College student says five assaulted, attempted to run him over at Chandigarh nightclub
A 24-year-old Master's student in Chandigarh alleges he was violently assaulted by five men at a nightclub in Sector 7, where the attackers brandished a firearm and attempted to run him over with a vehicle.
‘Targeted for being Hindu’: Intelligence Bureau staffer’s family after Delhi riots verdict
The family of Ankit Sharma, an Intelligence Bureau staffer killed during the 2020 Delhi riots, has expressed that he was targeted due to his religion following a recent court verdict. The trauma of the event has led the family to abandon their ancestral home in Khajuri Khas, Northeast Delhi.
Moshi collapse: Antony Waste Group announces Rs 25 lakh aid for each victim’s family
Antony Waste Group has announced a financial compensation package of Rs 25 lakh for the families of each victim following a tragic building collapse in Moshi, expressing deep sorrow over the incident.
Supreme Court questions misuse of POCSO in teen relationships
The Supreme Court of India has raised critical concerns regarding the misuse of the POCSO Act, observing that parents often weaponize criminal proceedings to safeguard family 'honour' when teenage girls elope with partners in consensual relationships.
IAS officers transferred in Tamil Nadu
The Tamil Nadu government has announced key administrative transfers of senior IAS officers. H. Krishnanunni, formerly the MD of TNMSC, has been appointed as the Director of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services, with S.P. Amrith stepping into his previous role. Additionally, Shilpa Prabhakar Satish, the Labour Commissioner, replaces P. Umanath as the MD of the Tamil Nadu Civil Supplies Corporation.
Over 1,600 illegal Bangladeshis repatriated from Assam in 2 years: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced that 1,679 illegal Bangladeshi immigrants have been repatriated from the state over the last two years, highlighting the government's ongoing efforts to address illegal migration.
Mysuru records 99.47% voter form distribution
Mysuru district has achieved a near-total success rate of 99.47% in distributing enumeration forms (EFs) as part of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, distributing over 27.8 lakh forms to ensure an accurate voter database.