Regularisation fee deters Delhi's unauthorised colony residents from legalising properties
The MCD's property regularisation drive has seen minimal applications in two months. Many low-income residents find the high charges unaffordable for legalizing their homes. Officials are discussing reducing these charges with the Delhi government. There is no deadline, reducing urgency for residents to apply.
VHP asks Opposition to apologise over temple donation claims
New Delhi: The Vishva Hindu Parishad on Tuesday, July 7, demanded an apology from the Samajwadi Party, the Aam Aadmi Party and the Congress for running a false political propaganda campaign over the alleged theft of valuables donated at the Ram temple in Ayodhya. In a post on X, Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) national spokesperson Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Punjab Congress MLA Criticizes Ban on Film Sutlej
New Delhi, July 8: The Congress party has voiced its opposition to the removal of the Punjabi film Sutlej from OTT platforms. Party MLA Paragat Singh condemned the ban, stating that prohibiting a film based on a true story is detrimental to society and democracy. In a conversation, MLA Paragat Singh remarked, Films based on ... Read more Punjab Congress MLA Criticizes Ban on Film Sutlej
Delhi govt plans to turn Arvind Kejriwal's 'Sheesh Mahal' into state guest house: Report
The Delhi government plans to convert a former chief minister's residence into a state guest house. This bungalow, previously occupied by Arvind Kejriwal, will offer amenities for visiting officials. The proposal awaits final approval from higher authorities for its implementation. This property became a center of political controversy over its renovation costs. Investigations into alleged irregularities during its renovation are ongoing.
Mumbai's 7-Day rain beats Delhi's annual average, almost matches Bengaluru
Mumbai experienced exceptionally heavy rainfall between June 30 and July 6. This week's downpour surpassed Delhi's and Pune's annual rainfall totals. The Santacruz observatory recorded nearly 989 mm of rain during the seven days. July 4 saw the most intense rainfall, with significant amounts recorded in 24 hours. The intensity has since weakened, and moderate rain is expected over the next few days.
'It' Was An Abject Surrender': Kumble On India's Collapse Against England In 3rd T20I
New Delhi: Former India spinner Anil Kumble has labelled India's batting collapse against England in the third T20I an abject surrender by Men in Blue and stated it was not expected from a world champion side o cave in like that. England produced a clinical all-round performance to thrash Team India by 125 runs, taking a commanding 2-0 lead in the five-match series after the opening game was washed out. The loss also marked the first time India have been defeated by a margin of over 100 runs in men's T20Is. Batting England piled up an imposing 201/7 in their 20 overs, riding on a fluent 70 off 44 balls from Phil Salt. In response, India crumbled under sustained pressure from Englands pace attack as the visitors were crumbled for 76 in 11.4 overs. It was an abject surrender by the Indian team. You don't expect a world champion side to cave in like that. England's bowlers were right on the money. Jofra Archer and Josh Tongue stuck to a clear plan. They bowled short, they bowled quick, and they kept the pressure on. Both were clocking over 145 kmph, making life difficult for the Indian batters, who couldn't free their arms or find any rhythm, Kumble said on JioStar. The Indian batters needed to show more patience and application, but everyone just tried to attack instead of absorbing the pressure. Yes, the required rate was over 10, but someone had to take responsibility and bat deep. Instead, they went the aggressive route and paid the price with a batting collapse. It was a disappointing surrender by the Indian batting line up, he added. Reflecting on how constant changes in the playing XI are hurting India, Kumble pointed out the fact that bowlers were keep changing and advised Shreyas Iyer to stick with his five bowlers, higliting that batters can scores runs but bowlers can win matches. The Indian team has made too many changes to their lineup and that needs to stop. The batting has stayed mostly the same. Yes, Sanju has been dropped and Vaibhav has come in, but other than that, it's almost the same. But the bowlers keep changing. Prasidh Krishna was dropped after one bad game against Ireland. Prince Yadav came in, bowled well, and picked three wickets in the second T20I, but India still lost that game. As a new captain, you need to stick with your five bowlers. Batters will score runs, but bowlers win you matches, he said. Reflecting on how constant changes in the playing XI are hurting India, Kumble pointed out the fact that bowlers were keep changing and advised Shreyas Iyer to stick with his five bowlers, higliting that batters can scores runs but bowlers can win matches. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Also, the decision of sending out Harshit Rana to bat ahead of a more complete batter like Shivam Dube was wrong. In T20 cricket, you put your best batters upfront. You can't expect a number eight guy to win you a game by sending him to bat ahead of a proven guy. That's not how things work in modern day cricket. Article Source: IANS
Delhi Laxmi Yojana will provide eligible women Rs 2,500 monthly. The scheme is expected to launch on August 28, Raksha Bandhan day. Preparations are in the final stages with banks for fund disbursement. Women aged 21 to 60 and permanent Delhi residents may be eligible. An online portal is ready for applications after criteria finalization.
DSGMC announces that they will screen Satluj despite ban and controversy
Controversy erupted over the film 'Satluj' following its short-lived OTT release and eventual withdrawal. The Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee is stepping up, arranging public screenings to counteract the ban and promote the film's important message. Highlighting activist Jaswant Singh Khalra's crucial human rights work in Punjab, these events will also feature seminars to educate attendees on Khalra's legacy and social contributions.
Rain in parts of Delhi, IMD issues 'yellow' alert
Delhi residents woke up to rain and a yellow alert for moderate showers. Minimum temperatures across the city settled below normal levels on Wednesday morning. Several weather stations recorded significant rainfall amounts during the past 24 hours. The Air Quality Index for Delhi remained in the satisfactory category. The maximum temperature is expected to reach around 32 degrees Celsius.
Delhi Police Constable Result 2026: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the Delhi Police Constable Recruitment 2025-26 marks and final answer key after announcing the result on June 19, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the computer-based examination conducted between December 18, 2025, and January 6, 2026, can check their merit status online. Qualified candidates will proceed to the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST), followed by document verification and medical examination.
Satluj row: Sikh body to hold public screenings of Diljit Dosanjh's film
The Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee has objected to Satluj's removal from ZEE5, calling it an attempt to suppress Jaswant Singh Khalra's story. It will now organise public screenings and seminars to spread awareness about the activist's legacy
Monsoon Havoc: Vehicles face wrath of rain across India; visuals from Delhi-NCR, Gujarat, UP, UK
Weather LIVE Updates: Delhi-NCR Receives Heavy Rain, More Showers Predicted Over Next 5 Days
Weather Today, Delhi-NCR Rain, Monsoon Live Updates: Delhi witnesses its wettest day with heavy rains causing waterlogged roads and traffic congestion.
Ex-Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's 'Sheesh Mahal' may be converted into state guest house: Report
The Delhi government plans to convert a former chief minister's bungalow into a state guest house. This property has been unoccupied since Arvind Kejriwal vacated it as chief minister. The proposed guest house will offer amenities like parking and a waiting hall for officials. This plan follows recent inquiries into the bungalow's renovation costs and alleged irregularities. The proposal awaits final approval from higher authorities for implementation.
Mumbai's 7-day rainfall exceeds Delhi's annual average, nearly matches Bengaluru
Mumbai experienced exceptionally heavy rainfall between June 30 and July 6. This deluge surpassed the annual rainfall averages of Delhi and Pune. The city recorded its wettest July days in recent years with intense downpours. Municipal officials confirmed pumping stations were operational and dewatering efforts were underway. Rain intensity eased, leading to a downgrade in the weather alert for Mumbai.
Heavy rain lashed Delhi-NCR on Wednesday morning, prompting a Yellow Alert from the IMD. The weather agency forecasts more rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds for the next five days. Gurugram experienced intense monsoon showers, causing widespread flooding and traffic chaos. Several major roads and highways in Gurugram were submerged due to waterlogging issues. Authorities urge residents to stay updated on weather advisories and travel with caution.
PM Modi to begin Australia visit today for Annual Leaders Summit
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to begin his visit to Australia on Wednesday, July 8, at the invitation of Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, with the trip expected to provide fresh momentum to the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Prime Minister Modi will be in Melbourne from July 8 to 10, where he Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Heavy rain lashes parts of Delhi-NCR; IMD issues 'yellow' alert
Delhi-NCR experienced morning showers as more rain is forecast for five days. The India Meteorological Department issued a Yellow alert for July 8 and 9. Intermittent light to moderate rain and thunderstorms are expected across the region. Winds of 30-40 kmph, gusting up to 50 kmph, will accompany the showers. Alert levels will be lowered on July 10 and 11, with continued cloudy conditions.
Delhi Revives Child Rights Commission After 3 Years; Watchdog Gets New Team
The Delhi government on Tuesday reconstituted the Delhi Commission for Protection of Child Rights (DCPCR), appointing a Chairperson and four members to restore the functioning of the statutory body.
Time has proven who was honest about statehood: Apni Partys Ishrat Bhat
Apni Party spokesperson Ishrat Bhat has said that the restoration of Statehood has always been its core agenda. From the very beginning, we honestly told the people that under the present circumstances, our immediate and practical demand was the restoration of Statehood, Bhat said. She said, At that time, our political opponents mocked us. They called us Delhi's party and asked people to vote for them on the promise that they would restore Article 370 and Article 35A. They rejected our stand and tried to portray us as being on the wrong side. Today, the same leaders are demanding Statehood and talking about protests for it. Time has proved who was honest with the people. The very demand they once ridiculed has now become their own agenda, she added. It said the Jammu and Kashmir Apni Party welcomes every sincere effort for the restoration of Statehood because this is not about one political partythis is about the rights and future of the people of Jammu and Kashmir. But the people have every right to ask: if Statehood is now the priority, why were votes sought in the name of Article 370 and Article 35A instead? If political parties are serious today, then let us move beyond slogans and political point-scoring. Let us unite on one platform and raise one collective voice for the restoration of Statehood. The people deserve honesty, consistency, and action not changing narratives after every election, she added.
Amit Shah, Rekha Gupta Launch Delhi's 70-Lakh Tree Drive, Kick Off Ridge Revival
Amit Shah said nearly 5,000 hectares of the Ridge had now been brought under legal forest protection after the final notification remained pending for almost three decades.
U.S. charges Lawrence Bishnoi, Goldy Brar for Nijjars killing in Canada in 2023
The killing of Nijjar soured bilateral relations between India and Canada as then Prime Minister Justin Trudeau sought to link the government in New Delhi to the murder
BJP to be voice of people as effective, vigilant opposition in J&K: NitinNabin
Jammu, Jul 7: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national president Nitin Nabin on Tuesday stated that the party would play the role of an effective and vigilant opposition in Jammu and Kashmir, vigorously and proactively raising the public issues. He asserted that the central governments relentless efforts, post Article 370, infused confidence in all sections of society and gave a new identity to women and youth of J&K to aspire to be partners in growth. I hope that the BJP, in its role as an opposition in the UT and the party in power at the Centre, will help in the progress of J&K and its people, keeping its culture and traditions intact, NitinNabin stated, while responding to media queries, on the sidelines of an official engagement, before wrapping up his two-day visit to Jammu. This was his maiden visit to J&K, after taking over as the president of BJP in January this year. I was fortunate enough to get an opportunity to visit Jammu and Kashmir on the occasion of 125th birth anniversary of Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee. During the visit, we held meetings with the party leaders to analyse organisational issues; the implementation of the central programmes, BJP president said, in response to a question about the major issues which figured during the deliberations. He said that during the meetings, they deliberated upon the way the J&K (party) unit was implementing and consistently taking forward the welfare schemes, being run under the visionary leadership of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with commitment in J&K. We also discussed the process and the way forward to give further momentum to the organisational activities in an unrelenting manner. We discussed all those issues. We hope that the way J&K people have blessed us, we the BJPs committed cadre, will not only continue to serve people with a missionary zeal but also in the role of an effective and vigilant opposition. Our legislators will continue to raise the public issues proactively and with full force, NitinNabin asserted. He reiterated that J&K was witnessing a radical positive change after the abrogation of Article 370. We know that after a long-entrenched struggle, we (BJP) have been able to get J&K completely rid of Article 370, which has brought a revolutionary change in the lives of people here. That decision, taken under the leadership of the Prime Minister, has changed the way J&K, in the past, used to be projected across the world. Today, J&K is seen fully integrated with India, confidently marching forward on the path of progress, BJP president said. He maintained that the central government was consistently working with commitment to reinvigorate J&Ks rich legacy and vibrant culture and showcase it at the global scale, with all its grandeur. Earlier, the women and youth were being viewed with a different lens. Our government has worked to give a new confident identity to youth here. J&K youth are creating a niche for themselves with their struggle and hard work. The efforts by our government to promote tourism are finding a clear manifestation with a positive change in the lives of people, Nabin said. He asserted that the persistent endeavours of the central government to give respect to women infused a new confidence among all sections of the society, including women and youth to take forward J&K with pride. I hope that the BJP, in its role as an opposition in the UT and the party in power at the Centre, will help in the progress of J&K and its people, keeping its culture and traditions intact, he said. During the day, he also visited RSS headquarter in Jammu and held deliberations with the senior functionaries there. Wrapping up his maiden visit to the UT as BJP president on a reinvigorating note, Nabin left for the union capital this afternoon. In wake of some official engagements, he had to trim his itinerary to rush to New Delhi. On the second day of his visit, he was scheduled to pay obeisance at Vaishno Devi shrine and wrap up his visit with YuvaSamvad. Both the scheduled programmes, as per party sources, were cancelled to meet pressing engagements in the union capital. Besides tweaking his itinerary, Nabin also clubbed his scheduled separate meetings with the legislators, former legislators, DDC and BDC members and other functionaries and chaired a joint meeting to discuss key issues and take stock of the evolving political situation in J&K.
The Shield that Teaches the Other Side to Build More
TECHNOLOGY & NATIONAL SECURITY On 10 and 11 June, the DRDO fired two interceptors from Chandipur off the Odisha coast. The AD-1 caught its target inside the atmosphere. The AD-2 caught its target in space. The Ministry of Defence said the country could now engage threats up to the intercontinental class, and it placed India in the small group of states able to shoot down a ballistic missile. The story sold itself as safety. A dome over the cities. A wall against the missiles of two nuclear-armed neighbours. That is not what a missile shield does. A working shield is the one defensive system that pushes the other side to build more offence. India has not bought cover with these tests. It has told Islamabad and Beijing that their retaliation may not get through, and both have a single sensible answer, which is more warheads on faster launchers. What the June tests proved The two interceptors belong to Phase-II of India's ballistic missile defence programme. The AD-1 works in the terminal phase, low down, where a warhead is about to arrive. The AD-2 works high in space during mid-course, while the warhead is still coasting. Together they cover threats in the 2,000 to 5,000 km class, and defence officials compared the AD-2's reach to intercepting something like China's DF-41. The targets in the June trial were Agni-series missiles standing in for hostile ones. The more revealing detail sits in Phase-III, already sanctioned. Two new interceptors are under development, one to catch hypersonic glide vehicles, and one built specifically to counter MIRVs, the missiles that split into many warheads before they land. Read that plainly. India is already designing defences against the exact countermeasures a shield invites. The programme has priced in the arms race it is about to set off. Why a shield reads as a sword Here is the mechanism, in plain terms. A missile shield is only useful in the seconds after someone fires. It does nothing on a normal day. Its whole job is to catch what comes at you once shots are exchanged. Now put the shield next to the rest of India's arsenal. The Agni-V is canisterised, which means the missile sits sealed in its launch tube, ready to fire, often with the warhead already fitted. In March 2024, India tested it with MIRVs under Mission Divyastra, and SIPRI assesses it can carry up to three warheads on a single missile. Accurate missiles, kept ready, splitting into many warheads, sitting behind a shield that mops up whatever the enemy manages to fire back. That combination has a name in the strategy literature. Christopher Clary and Vipin Narang, writing in International Security, list precisely this bundle, accurate MIRVs at high readiness alongside layered missile defence, as the toolkit of a counterforce posture. Counterforce means going after the enemy's weapons before they launch, then catching the ragged few that survive. India declares No First Use. The neighbour does not read your speeches. It reads your hardware, and the hardware now looks like the back half of a first strike. A missile shield only earns its cost after someone has already fired. That is why the other side reads it as the second half of a first strike. Pakistan already answered, China is next. None of this is a forecast. Pakistan started building its reply in 2017, when it first tested the Ababeel, a medium-range missile that carries MIRVs. Its stated purpose, in the Pakistani military's own words, is to keep its missiles survivable in what it called the growing regional ballistic missile defence environment. Translated, it is a tool to punch through an Indian shield. The maths favours Pakistan here. A MIRV splits one missile into several warheads plus decoys, and no interceptor screen can catch all of them. Warheads are cheap. Interceptors are expensive. Every rupee India spends on the wall, Pakistan answers for less, and comes out ahead on the exchange. China is the larger version of the same problem. The US Department of Defense projects that China could hold around 1,000 nuclear warheads by 2030, up from roughly 300 for decades. It already fields the DF-41 and the dual-use DF-26. Indian analysts expect Beijing to drift toward launch-on-warning, firing on the alert rather than after absorbing a hit. An Indian shield gives China one more reason to hold more warheads and keep them on a shorter fuse. The case for building it anyway The honest counter-argument is that India's arsenal is too small to attempt any of this. Rajesh Rajagopalan of the Observer Research Foundation makes the point directly. Once India reserves a large share of its warheads to deter China, what remains falls well short of the numbers needed for a disarming first strike on Pakistan. On that reading the shield is genuinely defensive, meant to protect leadership and command centres, and to stop the drones and cruise missiles that flew during the May 2025 Operation Sindoor exchanges. That case is real, and it may even be right about India's intentions. It still misses how the security dilemma works. An adversary does not respond to what you mean. It responds to what you can do. The bundle of ready MIRVs and layered defence looks like counterforce from Islamabad whatever Delhi intends, and perception is what starts the build. The Ababeel exists today because of what India was assembling a decade ago, not because of anything India said. Bottom Line The shield works exactly as advertised, and that is the trouble. Each clean interception buys India a thin layer of cover and hands its neighbours a strong reason to add warheads and put them on a shorter fuse. The question the June tests leave unanswered is whether India wants the dome badly enough to live under a sky more crowded with weapons, on higher alert, and aimed its way. (The Author studies Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence at Rutgers University, New Jersey, USA. He is interested in emerging technologies and innovation, and can be reached on LinkedIn at @arssh-kumar14)
From Pariah to Player? Iran Emerges As A Key Player After Peace Deal
SANJAY KUMAR VERMA For four decades, Iran was the Wests preferred pariah: sanctioned, contained and lectured from Washington and European capitals. Yet today, it is part of a ceasefire and a detailed memorandum with the United States. Whatever its durability, the arrangement shows a simple truth Washington can no longer dodge: Tehran is too central to Gulf security and energy stability to be brushed aside. On balance, Iran has emerged as the principal diplomatic beneficiary of this conflict, even if its military gains are modest. Four decades on the margins It is worth recalling how thoroughly Iran was pushed to the margins after 1979. The Islamic Revolution and the hostage crisis in Tehran set off a long cycle of sanctions, asset freezes and diplomatic isolation. Over time, this hardened into one of the most extensive sanctions regimes in modern history, reinforced by European and multilateral measures tied to Irans regional conduct, human rights record and nuclear programme. By the early 2000s, UN resolutions, EU sanctions and a dense web of U.S. restrictions had shut Iran out of global finance and major energy investment. The axis of evil label and repeated terrorism designations made its outsider status almost permanent. Even the brief opening created by the 2015 nuclear deal did not last. Once the accord came under strain and sanctions returned, Western policy again treated Iran less as a country to engage than as a problem to contain. Hormuz changed the equation The 2026 war exposed the limits of that approach. Joint U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iranian targets in late February triggered a sharp response from Tehran, including missile and drone attacks on regional infrastructure and commercial shipping. The conflict quickly turned on the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow passage at the mouth of the Gulf through which a large share of the worlds seaborne oil and a significant volume of liquefied natural gas pass every day. With tankers harassed, routes disrupted and insurance costs rising, the consequences were felt far beyond the Gulf. Freight schedules slipped. Energy prices climbed. Suddenly, a country long treated as an outcast was at the centre of a global conversation on trade, energy and maritime security. West Asia has a way of humbling neat policy plans; geography always has the last word. Without some accommodation with Iran, stable sea lanes and predictable energy flows are hard to guarantee. What the deal means The ceasefire and the draft 14-point memorandum of understanding reflect that reality. The document opens a 60-day window to negotiate four linked issues: fresh limits on Irans nuclear programme, rules for shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, the timing of sanctions relief and frozen-asset release, and a reconstruction effort for Irans war-damaged economy. Under the broad outline, Iran would restore normal commercial traffic through Hormuz and accept enhanced monitoring of its nuclear activities. In return, it would gain sanctions relief, access to frozen assets and limited reintegration into international financial and energy markets. Details will matter, of course. But the larger significance lies in the shift itself: from pressure without engagement to conditional accommodation based on reciprocal commitments. For the first time in years, the discussion with Iran is not only about punishment. It is also about what Iran must do to make relief possible. Why Tehran gains Seen from Tehran, the diplomatic gain is substantial. Iran may have secured formal recognition as an indispensable regional actor. The fact that Washington is now discussing maritime security, energy flows and nuclear restraint directly with Tehran points to a hard truth: any durable Gulf security architecture will have to make room for Iran in some form. The arrangement also turns Irans endurance under sanctions and war into political capital. Access to oil revenues, banking channels and long-frozen assets will help stabilise parts of its economy and give it more room to negotiate from strength. European and Asian states, too, will have greater political space to resume trade and investment that were constrained by sanctions risk. For a country long branded a pariah, that is no small achievement. There is also the matter of narrative. Inside Iran, the leadership can claim it did not buckle under pressure and has forced the worlds leading power to acknowledge its security and economic concerns. Outside Iran, it can present its commitments on shipping and nuclear restraint as proof that it is willing to operate within international norms when its core interests are respected. That does not make Iran a status quo power. But it does make the old caricature of Iran as a permanent spoiler harder to sustain. Israels unease From an Israeli perspective, the military exchanges exposed some of Irans vulnerabilities. But the diplomacy that followed also underlined how difficult it is to imagine a regional settlement that simply bypasses Tehran. Many in Israel had hoped the war would significantly degrade Irans military capabilities, roll back its support for non-state actors and force much tighter constraints on its nuclear programme. Instead, the emerging arrangement focuses on ending hostilities, reopening Hormuz and setting up an interim framework for nuclear talks. The hardest questions missiles, drones and the future of Irans regional networks are deferred to later negotiations. Israel was not a direct party to the ceasefire text, and it now faces an Iran that has survived a direct clash involving American forces, retained key capabilities and secured relief from some of the most painful sanctions. That naturally creates unease in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem alike. It also raises a broader question that many in the region are now asking: will Washington increasingly weigh Israeli preferences against wider strategic calculations? West Asia is adjusting Among Gulf Arab states and other Western-aligned partners in West Asia, the response has combined relief with caution. Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and others have welcomed the ceasefire and the prospect of a more predictable shipping environment. They know full well that prolonged disruption in Hormuz would hurt their own economies and complicate long-term development plans. At the same time, Gulf officials understand that the memorandum does not fully address concerns about Irans missiles, drones and non-state partners. That is why the war has accelerated a process already under way: diversification of security ties, risk-spreading and a greater desire to be present in any future regional arrangement involving Iran. This is not a rupture with the United States or Europe. It is a hedge. And in West Asia, hedging is often the most sensible strategy on offer. Indias interests For India, this is not a distant diplomatic shuffle. It has direct consequences. India depends heavily on oil and gas imports from the Gulf, and a significant share of those supplies, along with much of its trade with the region passes through Hormuz. Millions of Indians live and work across West Asia, and any prolonged disruption quickly affects remittances, employment and household stability back home. There is also the Iran connection. New Delhi has long seen Iran as a potential partner for connectivity to Afghanistan and Central Asia, especially through Chabahar. A less isolated Iran, with some access to capital and a near normal diplomatic environment, could be better placed to support such initiatives. At the same time, India will continue to value its ties with Israel, the Gulf monarchies and the United States. The challenge is not to pick sides. It is to keep Indias room for manoeuvre intact. Indian diplomacy, in this case, should be guided by its national interests. If Tehran and Washington sustain a managed relationship instead of sliding back into confrontation, Indias strategic options widen. That is in Indias interest, and it should be stated plainly. A managed adversary The end of the 2026 war and the signing of the U.S.-Iran memorandum do not mean Iran has returned to the Western fold. They do not make the Islamic Republic a status quo power. What they do mean is that Iran is no longer being treated as a permanent pariah. It is being handled as a difficult but necessary interlocutor. For Tehran, that is a diplomatic win. For the United States and its partners, the lesson is equally clear. Durable security in West Asia cannot be built by pretending Iran does not exist. For India, the lesson is simpler still: in a region as volatile as West Asia, engagement with all major actors is not a luxury, it is a necessity. The war over Hormuz may be remembered less for the damage it caused than for the diplomatic realignments it accelerated. It may well mark the point at which Iran began moving back into the regions diplomatic mainstream. Whether that shift lasts will depend on what follows. But pretending Iran can be left out of the regional equation is no longer a serious strategy. ( https://www.theslate.net/ )
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Maharashtra Secures 10 TMC Water from Narmada River: CM Devendra Fadnavis
New Delhi, July 7: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced on Tuesday that a 20-year-old dispute regarding water allocation has finally been resolved, as Maharashtra is set to receive 10 TMC (thousand million cubic feet) of water from the Narmada River. A positive decision was also made regarding the direct allocation of 5 TMC of ... Read more Maharashtra Secures 10 TMC Water from Narmada River: CM Devendra Fadnavis
Court raps police over botched murder probe, orders action against officers
67-year-old guard sentenced to 20-year imprisonment in child sexual abuse case
Centre and State to turn ridge into green Delhi's lungs, says Amit Shah
Delhi government has notified 5,000 hectares of Ridge area as forest land. This action ends a three-decade delay in protecting the ecologically sensitive region. Over the next four years, the entire 6,300-hectare Ridge will be developed into forest land. More than ten million native plants will be planted across the Ridge area. The Ridge will also feature ponds, restaurants, and preserved archaeological structures.
A gateway to Delhi, now a bottleneck of water, potholes and gridlock
Afternoon rain slows down traffic till evening rush hour
After 1st intense monsoon spell, rain to continue
Activists flag discrepancies in April 13 Noida workers protest case chargesheets
Lawyers cite mismatched arrest dates, locations and recoveries in cases against Noida labourers and activists
Shah launches 300 e-buses, unveils key Delhi infra, green projects
CM directs for complete preparations before Kanwar Yatra begins
Delhis pollution, waterlogging woes not unique, accountability will be fixed: LG Sandhu
Working to fix governance gaps, develop Dwarka as global hub: LG Sandhu
Airport drain nears completion, DDA sets end-July deadline to ease monsoon mess
HC asks for inventory of unused medical equipment
55-Yr-Old Dies In Hit & Run In Northwest Delhi, Driver Held
The accused works for the family business. His father is a contractor with MCD
In a coordinated effort, federal agents executed extensive raids in both the United States and Europe, leading to the detention of approximately twenty individuals. Authorities successfully seized an array of contraband, numerous firearms, and a large sum of cash believed to be illicit. This operation specifically focused on eliminating crime factions allegedly operated by Jaggu Bhagwanpuria and Goldy Brar, with the goal of disrupting their international crime network.
SC declines urgent plea over Nazia Khans Prophet Muhammad remarks
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday, July 6, declined to hear an urgent listing of a public interest litigation (PIL) challenging objectionable and derogatory comments made against Prophet Muhammad by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)Minority Morcha leader Nazia Elahi Khan. A bench of Justices Ahsanuddin Amanullah and Sheel Nagu told the petitioner that although the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Life Won't Be The Same Without You': Rashid, Nabi, Shastri Lead Tributes To Shapoor Zadran
May Allah Almighty: Tributes poured in from across the cricketing world after former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran passed away in India on Tuesday following a prolonged illness. The 38-year-old, one of the pioneers of Afghanistan cricket, died a day before his 39th birthday after battling stage four Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), a rare and life-threatening immune disorder, while undergoing treatment in a hospital in New Delhi. Afghanistan star Rashid Khan led the condolences, remembering Zadran as a close friend whose impact extended far beyond the cricket field. With a heavy heart, I say goodbye to a truly wonderful friend. Thank you for the laughter, the memories, and the kindness you shared with everyone around you. Life won't be the same without you. You will always hold a special place in my heart. Rest in peace, my dear friend. Until we meet again, Rashid wrote on Instagram. Former Afghanistan captain Mohammad Nabi described Zadran as a proud ambassador of his country whose legacy would continue to inspire generations. Shapur, brother! May Allah Almighty bestow His infinite mercies upon you, grant you Paradise Al-Firdaws, and give your esteemed family and all your dear ones the strength to endure this great sorrow and the patience of the heart. You were not just a close friend, but a true servant of your homeland and a representative of Afghanistan's honour, Nabi posted on X. Today you have departed from our midst in body, but your name, your services, and your memory will remain eternally in the hearts of the Afghan people. May your soul rest in peace, brother, he added. Afghanistan all-rounder Azmatullah Omarzai also mourned the loss, calling Zadran's death a huge blow for his family and the country's cricket fraternity. With profound sorrow, I heard the news of Shapur's passing. This is a great loss for his family, friends, and the cricket lovers of Afghanistan. May his soul rest in peace; may Allah the Almighty grant him paradise, and bestow patience upon his family, friends, and all sympathisers. We too share in this immense grief, Omarzai wrote. Opening batter Ibrahim Zadran paid tribute to the former pacer, describing him as one of the heroes of Afghanistan cricket's formative years. Afghanistan cricket's hero of the first and difficult days, Shapur Haji, has surrendered his soul to the Master of all souls due to a sudden illness. May God grant Shapur Haji paradise, and I extend my condolences to his friends and the entire grieving family. I share in this sorrow with them, Ibrahim posted. Veteran batter Rahmat Shah shared a brief message, quoting the Islamic verse, Indeed, we belong to Allah, and to Him, we shall return. Former India head coach Ravi Shastri also paid tribute, crediting Zadran for playing a pivotal role in Afghanistan's emergence on the international stage. Veteran batter Rahmat Shah shared a brief message, quoting the Islamic verse, Indeed, we belong to Allah, and to Him, we shall return. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Zadran represented Afghanistan in 44 One-Day Internationals and 36 T20 Internationals between 2009 and 2020 and was regarded as one of the architects of the country's rise in international cricket. His contributions during Afghanistan's formative years helped establish the team as a competitive force on the global stage, earning him lasting admiration from teammates, opponents, and cricket fans alike. Article Source: IANS
New Delhi: ECLGS 5.0 Crosses Rs 1.55 Lakh Crore In Guarantees For Crisis-Hit Businesses
The scheme has benefited India's small businesses with 98 per cent of the total number of guarantees and 82 per cent of the total guaranteed amount going to MSMEs: The Union finance ministry
Tracing the journey of North Indian cuisine through conversation and cuisine
Historians and chefs discussed food migration and cultural exchange across kingdoms and borders. A curated dinner featured dishes inspired by undivided Punjab's culinary traditions. Each course presented stories of migration and adaptation, revealing food's role in preserving identity. This unique format combined gastronomy, heritage, and storytelling for an immersive cultural experience.
School bus meets with accident on Gurugram's NH-48 during heavy rainfall
Heavy rains lashed Gurugram and Delhi on Tuesday afternoon, bringing some heat respite. The India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for rain and strong winds across the city. A school bus met with an accident on NH-48 in Gurugram due to the downpour. The maximum temperature is likely to settle around 36 degrees Celsius. Delhi recorded a high minimum temperature of 30 degrees Celsius.
The court relied on 17th February chats about road blockade and inciting violence. The timing destroys the narrative blaming Kapil Mishras 23rd February speech for the riots.
The Cockroach Janta Party protest at Jantar Mantar continues for eighteen days. Activist Sonam Wangchuk is on his tenth day of an indefinite hunger strike. A delegation from Samyukta Kisan Morcha visited the site to express solidarity. The Delhi High Court ordered the restoration of the CJP's original X handle. Members of AISA also continued their indefinite hunger strike on a separate stage.
A Delhi taxpayer was denied a 17 lakh tax refund due to late e-verification of his ITR while caring for his ill father. ITAT ruled that denying the refund on technical grounds violates Article 265 of the Constitution, leading to a ruling in his favor.
'How to die easily': Chilling Google search emerges in Delhi newlywed Akriti's dowry death case
Akriti Sutar hoped returning to work would end harassment at her matrimonial home. She believed earning money would resolve issues and prevent family burden. Her husband, Arastu Sikka, was arrested in connection with her alleged dowry death. Investigators are examining her phone and other digital evidence for clues. The family alleges Sikka controlled her phone and threatened her brother.
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New Delhi: The All India Muslim Majlis-e-Mushawarat (AIMMM) has expressed serious concern over what it described as a growing climate of hatred and discrimination against Muslims, warning that recent political and administrative developments pose challenges to the countrys social harmony, democratic institutions and constitutional values. At its General Body meeting held in New Delhi on [] The post Mushawarat Calls for Constitutional Vigilance Amid Rising Concerns Over Minority Rights and Democracy first appeared on .
Jamiat Warns of Rising Polarisation, Unveils Six-Point Charter to Defend Constitutional Rights
New Delhi: Expressing concern over rising religious polarisation, insecurity among minorities and the erosion of constitutional values, the Working Committee of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind (Mahmood faction) has warned that India is passing through a critical phase in its democratic journey. In a unanimous resolution adopted at its June 11 meeting under the chairmanship of Maulana Mahmood [] The post Jamiat Warns of Rising Polarisation, Unveils Six-Point Charter to Defend Constitutional Rights first appeared on .
School assembly news headline July 8: Delhi court defers Ankit Sharma murder verdict while Ayodhya court grants police remand. Gujarat announces ex gratia after High Court upholds Ahmedabad blasts verdict. Naga and Meitei groups protest together seeking justice in Manipur. El Nio is expected to break records, raising global weather concerns. Lionel Messi and Mohamed Salah prepare for a FIFA World Cup showdown.
Hajj 2026: Success Claims Under Scrutiny as Key Questions Remain Unanswered
New Delhi: The Union Governments claim that Hajj 2026 was the most successful pilgrimage operation in Indias history is facing growing scrutiny amid complaints of baggage theft, damaged luggage, delayed baggage delivery, a sudden hike in airfare costs, and the continuing absence of a Central Hajj Committee to oversee the pilgrimage process. At a Hajj [] The post Hajj 2026: Success Claims Under Scrutiny as Key Questions Remain Unanswered first appeared on .
Jakarta [Indonesia], July 7 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday underlined how New Delhi places ASEAN at the core of India's Act East Policy and gave a call for further strengthening the priorities of the Global South. Addressing the Parliament of Indonesia PM Modi recalled how Indonesia's G20 presidency in 2022, followed by India's presidency in 2023, brought the conversation about prioritising the demands of developing countries to the global forefront. India is a staunch supporter of a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific. India advocates for freedom of navigation in the Indo-Pacific region. We have placed ASEAN at the centre of this approach; our 'Act East Policy' is also ASEAN-centric. The comprehensive strategic partnership between India and ASEAN continues to advance steadily. Therefore, it is essential that India and Indonesia must continue to work together in this direction He noted how India's vision of strategic autonomy, and Indonesia's Bebas-Aktif (Independent and Active) approach brings the two countries closer while addressing important global issues. Highlighting how Indonesia recently became the full-member of the BRICS grouping, PM Modi underlined the opportunity ahead of the two nations and said that with India at the helm this year, the two countries can work in tandem to bring the priorities of the Global South to the forefront. Noting the rapidly evolving global order, Prime Minister Modi said that countries like India and Indonesia are seeking equal participation and a significant role. In this global landscape, India firmly believes that reform of the UNSC can no longer be delayed, he said. Shortly after his address to the Parliament, in a post on X, Prime Minister Modi called it an honour. India and Indonesia are connected by centuries of shared history, culture and people-to-people ties. Together, we will continue to work towards a future defined by friendship, cooperation and shared prosperity, he said. https://x.com/narendramodi/status/2074444435895754847?s=20 In a post on X, Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal highlighted how PM Modi spoke about the enduring civilisational bonds and shared democratic values linking India and Indonesia, and called for a future-oriented partnership aligned with the aspirations of Viksit Bharat 2047 and Golden Indonesia 2045. He underlined how PM Modi reaffirmed India's commitment to working with Indonesia to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, strengthen the voice of the Global South and advancing a free, open, inclusive and rules-based Indo-Pacific and called for a new beginning in India-Indonesia relationship based on the Ganga-Mahakam Vision for bilateral engagement. https://x.com/MEAIndia/status/2074442383144681882?s=20 Prime Minister Modi is on a three-day state visit to Indonesia. The Ministry of External Affairs in a statement noted that during the meeting between the two leaders, they exchanged perspectives on regional and global issues of mutual interest. They discussed further strengthening of the ASEAN-India Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and eaffirmed their commitment towards a free, open and rules-based Indo-Pacific. In this context, Prime Minister underlined India's MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions) vision. President Prabowo conveyed Indonesia's full support for India's ongoing Presidency of the BRICS in 2026, the statement said. (ANI)
UP Government to Set Up Large-Scale Biogas Plants with IIT Delhi's Technical Support
The Uttar Pradesh government has partnered with IIT Delhi to establish biogas plants across the state, promoting natural farming, clean energy, organic manure, and model villages.
Mercedes Crushed In Delhi's East Of Kailash After Tree Falls On It Amid Rain
As rain and strong winds continued to batter the city, a tree fell onto parked cars in South East Delhi's East of Kailash area.
Delhi-NCR faces waterlogging after Tuesday's heavy rain and expects more over five days. The India Meteorological Department forecasts thunderstorms, gusty winds, and light to moderate rain across the region. A yellow alert is in effect until July 9, with temperatures between 32 and 37 degrees Celsius. Southwest Monsoon has advanced further into parts of Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Haryana.
Beyond metros, beyond giants: Payoneer awards set to honour India's regional export champions
Payoneer India Cross-Border Excellence Awards 2026 celebrate regional exporters across North, South, West and East India, recognising SaaS firms, freelancers and e-commerce sellers. Nominations close 28 July; ceremony on 25 September in New Delhi.
Dead Lizard Found In Mid-Day Meal At West Delhi School, Case Filed
Police said a case has been registered at Hari Nagar police station and investigation is underway.
Most expensive houses in India: Inside the country's costliest residential properties
India's luxury residential market has witnessed a significant growth in the last decade. As per leading real estate consultants, demand for ultra-luxury homes priced above 100 crore has surged in Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru and Hyderabad.
Delhi HC Orders Restoration Of Cockroach Janta Party's X Account
Delhi High Court notes Centre's concern no longer survives after NEET
BJP chief Nitin Nabin cuts short J&K visit, skips Vaishno Devi pilgrimage
Jammu, Jul 07: BJP president Nitin Nabin on Tuesday cut short his two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir, skipping his scheduled pilgrimage to the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine and returning to Delhi due to official commitments, a party leader said. Nabin had arrived in Jammu on Monday afternoon on his first visit to the Union Territory as the BJP president. During his stay, he attended a series of meetings, including a visit to the RSS headquarters, and chaired a joint one-and-a-half-hour-long meeting of the BJP's sitting and former legislators at the party's Trikuta Nagar headquarters. He was scheduled to offer prayers at the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine atop the Trikuta Hills in Reasi district on the second day of his visit, but the programme was cancelled following a change in his schedule, J&K BJP MLA and spokesperson R S Pathania told PTI. The BJP gave no official reason for the schedule change. However, party insiders said pressing organisational commitments required Nabin's immediate return to New Delhi, where he is expected to attend an important meeting. Pathania said the BJP president held a meeting with the party's elected representatives as well as former legislators. The discussion focused on how the BJP can further strengthen its presence in Jammu and Kashmir, reinforce nationalist ideology in the region, deepen the people's trust in the party, and address key issues such as security in Jammu and other current matters, Pathania said. He said Nabin was initially scheduled to hold separate meetings with district and city leaders, elected representatives and former legislators. However, owing to changes in the programme, all the interactions were merged into a single joint meeting. Even so, it turned out to be a positive and meaningful interaction, Pathania said. According to the BJP leader, Nabin's visit remained focused on organisational affairs, with interactions involving party office-bearers, elected representatives, and the public through various programmes. He said the visit coincided with the 125th birth anniversary celebrations of Bharatiya Jana Sangh founder Syama Prasad Mukherjee. Jammu and Kashmir is the ideological cradle of the BJP. The party's foundation is rooted in the movement for 'Ek Pradhan, Ek Nishan' (One Constitution, One Flag), which began with the sacrifice of Mukherjee, Pathania said. Earlier in the day, Nabin visited the RSS headquarters, Keshav Bhawan, at Amphalla, where he met senior Sangh functionaries. He later paid tributes to Bharatiya Jana Sangh leader Prem Nath Dogra at Dogra Chowk before proceeding to the BJP headquarters in Trikuta Nagar to chair the joint meeting. He was also scheduled to address a youth convention later in the day, but the programme was cancelled due to a lack of time.
Delhi riots 2020: High Court denies bail to Athar Khan
The Delhi High Court on Tuesday rejected the bail petition of Athar Khan, an accused in the larger conspiracy case relating to the 2020 North-East Delhi riots, holding that a prima facie case continued to exist against him under the provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967. The Division Bench of Justice Prathiba M [] The post Delhi riots 2020: High Court denies bail to Athar Khan appeared first on India Legal .
Why South Asian University has stopped scholarships for Afghan students
South Asian University has stopped scholarships for Afghan students due to funding issues. Bhutan objected to other countries paying while Afghanistan defaulted on its contributions. India's non-recognition of the Taliban government hinders communication and resolution efforts. The university offers online education to Afghan students, especially women, if their government agrees. Scholarships could resume if another country or agency covers Afghanistan's financial obligations.
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Afghanistan Cricket Mourns as Former Fast Bowler Shapoor Zadran Dies at 38
Former Afghanistan fast bowler and one of the country's cricketing pioneers, Shapoor Zadran, passed away in India on Tuesday following a prolonged illness, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) confirmed. He was 38 and would have turned 39 on Wednesday. Zadran, who represented Afghanistan in 44 ODIs and 36 T20Is between 2009 and 2020, had been undergoing treatment in New Delhi after being diagnosed with stage four haemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), a rare and life-threatening condition that triggers severe inflammation and can damage the bone marrow, liver, spleen and lymph nodes. He had been in the intensive care unit (ICU) since May. His health issues began in October last year, after which doctors advised him to seek advanced treatment in India. With the support of Afghanistan star Rashid Khan and ACB chairman Mirwais Ashraf, his visa was expedited, allowing him to be admitted to a New Delhi hospital on January 18. Former Afghanistan captain Asghar Afghan regularly travelled between Dubai and Delhi to support Zadran during his treatment, while Rashid Khan and several other Afghan cricketers remained in constant touch with his doctors and family. Although he showed signs of improvement initially, his condition later deteriorated due to repeated infections, dengue, and a sharp decline in red blood cell count. Paying tribute, the Afghanistan Cricket Board wrote, Throughout his career, Shapoor served Afghanistan cricket with honour, courage and pride. His contributions and achievements will always remain an important part of the history of Afghanistan cricket, and his efforts in the service of the national team will never be forgotten. The board also hailed his impact beyond the field, describing him as an inspiration to young Afghan cricketers whose resilience, determination and passion for the game inspired an entire generation to dream bigger and believe in the future of Afghanistan cricket. Paying tribute, the Afghanistan Cricket Board wrote, Throughout his career, Shapoor served Afghanistan cricket with honour, courage and pride. His contributions and achievements will always remain an important part of the history of Afghanistan cricket, and his efforts in the service of the national team will never be forgotten. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The Afghanistan Cricket Board extends its heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies to his family, friends, loved ones, former teammates, and the entire Afghan cricket community. His loss is deeply felt, and his memory will forever remain alive in the hearts of the people of Afghanistan and the cricketing world. May his soul rest in eternal peace, the board added. Article Source: IANS
Asian Games 2026: Supreme Court to hear equestrians plea challenging non-selection for Dressage Team
The Supreme Court will hear on July 9 a petition filed by equestrians Anush Agarwalla and Sudipti Hajela challenging their non-selection for Indias final Dressage team for the 2026 Asian Games after the Delhi High Court declined to interfere with the selection process adopted by the ad hoc committee of the Equestrian Federation of India [] The post Asian Games 2026: Supreme Court to hear equestrians plea challenging non-selection for Dressage Team appeared first on India Legal .
