Fuelled by Dharavi Redevelopment, Adani Realty Became Last Years Biggest Gainer
In Mumbai, it is redeveloping the Dharavi slum sprawl in a platform where the Maharashtra government is a minor partner, and executing other large projects like Motilal Nagar
Remains of three Andhra tourists killed in Vietnam boat accident brought home
Minister Kondapalli Srinivas stayed at the Shamshabad airport through Monday night, receiving the remains flown in via Mumbai and consoling the families before the bodies were sent to Kadapa, Machilipatnam and Hindupur
Kerala: PNG gas leak in Thiruvananthapuram after road work damages pipeline
An officer from Chackai fire station said that information of the gas leak was received around 12.50 pm and a team was immediately dispatched to the area
Congress to finalise Monsoon Session strategy at Sonia Gandhi's July 16 meeting
The meeting, scheduled for 11 am, will focus on the issues the Congress plans to raise during the session and its broader parliamentary approach
Election Commission extends SIR timeline for Andhra Pradesh, Haryana
The draft rolls in the two states were earlier scheduled to be published on July 21. Now, they will be published on July 31
India summons Iranian envoy, lodges strong protest over Strait of Hormuz attacks
The Deputy Chief of Mission of the Embassy of Iran in New Delhi was summoned by the MEA, which lodged a strong protest over the attacks. The MEA said India was deeply concerned as the two vessels involved were carrying 30 Indian seafarers, one of whom was killed while several others were injured
Mrunal Thakur and Rishabh Pant spark dating rumours
Mumbai: One Instagram follow was enough to send the internet into detective mode. Actress Mrunal Thakur and Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant have reportedly started following each other on Instagram, sparking fresh speculation about a possible connection between the two. A social media post further claimed that Mrunal is only the second woman Pant follows on 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 .
Supreme Court upholds CRZ clearance for additional floors at Shah Rukh Khans Mumbai residence
The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to interfere with an order passed by the National Green Tribunal (NGT), upholding the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) clearance granted for the construction of two additional residential floors at actor Shah Rukh Khans Mumbai residence, Mannat. The Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi [] The post Supreme Court upholds CRZ clearance for additional floors at Shah Rukh Khans Mumbai residence appeared first on India Legal .
Ajit Pawar entered the Maharashtra Assembly in 1991, went on to become the Baramati MLA for multiple terms, and served as the States Deputy Chief Minister on several occasions
SRK gets relief as Supreme Court rejects plea against 'Mannat' CRZ clearance
The Supreme Court has dismissed a petition challenging the Coastal Regulation Zone clearance. This ruling allows Shah Rukh Khan to proceed with renovations at his Mumbai home. The apex court declined to interfere with an earlier National Green Tribunal order. Activist Santosh Daundkar's appeal was rejected by the bench. The legal dispute over Mannat's expansion has now concluded.
Adani family tops India's real estate rich list; DLF remains most valuable listed developer
Gautam Adani and family now lead India's real estate tycoons, surpassing Rajiv Singh and family. Their wealth grew significantly while others saw declines amid market corrections. Adani Properties and Prism (OYO) were the largest value creators this year. DLF remains India's most valuable real estate company despite valuation decreases. Mumbai continues to be the nation's real estate capital with substantial valuations.
SC to hear Meghalaya's plea against Sonam Raghuvanshi's bail
The Supreme Court on Tuesday scheduled for July 21 the hearing of the Meghalaya government's plea challenging the bail granted to Sonam Raghuvanshi, who is accused of conspiring to kill her husband Raja Raghuvanshi during their honeymoon in Meghalaya. The case centres on whether a typographical error in the arrest memo justified the grant of bail.
SC grants four weeks to Centre to file response on plea challenging validity of NIA Act
The Supreme Court has requested the Centre to file its response within four weeks. This response is regarding a petition challenging the National Investigation Agency Act. The petitioner argues the Act violates constitutional equality and Centre's legislative powers. The NIA was established as a counter-terrorism agency after the 2008 Mumbai attacks. The court will hear the plea again after six weeks.
L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF), one of the leading Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in India has recorded consolidated Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 902 Crore, up 29% Year-on-Year for the first quarter ended June 30, 2026. During the quarter, LTF achieved a milestone of highest-ever consolidated book of Rs. 1,29,634 Crore, up 27% Year-on-Year. The retail book size during the quarter reached Rs. 1,27,535 Crore, up 28% YoY. The Company has recorded robust retail disbursement of Rs. 23,852 Crore for the first quarter ended June 30, 2026, up 36% YoY. The Company has accelerated technology deployment to transform to an AI-native lender. Highlights of L&T Finance Ltd.'s financial performance in Q1FY27 The Companys customer-facing PLANET app, which has emerged as a powerful digital channel for customers, crossed more than 2.5 Crore downloads as of June 30, 2026, comprising more than 20 Lakh customers on the Rural side. As of June 30, 2026, this channel has done collections of over Rs. 11,500 Crore while servicing over 14 Crore requests and has sourced loans of around Rs. 34,462 Crore. Additionally, the Companys Partner PLANET app continues to strengthen digital engagement with its dealer network. As of June 30, 2026, the platform has onboarded over 4,400 dealers, facilitated more than 51,000 logins, and enabled trade advance (TA) withdrawals of over Rs. 590 Crore. Commenting on the financial results Mr. Sudipta Roy, Managing Director & CEO, LTF , said, Q1FY27 was another quarter where we remained focused on disciplined execution amidst an evolving macroeconomic environment marked by geopolitical uncertainties, inflationary pressures and elevated borrowing costs. Despite these external factors, our diversified retail franchise continued to demonstrate resilience, delivering strong business momentum and healthy book growth in line with the goals of our Lakshya 31 strategic plan. Our consistent investments in technology, analytics and AI continue to be a key differentiator, both in terms of customer experience as well as credit outcomes. In our bid to transform into an AI-native organization, we are increasingly embedding our proprietary AI ecosystem across the entire lending stack from sourcing and underwriting through our in-house AI credit engine Project Cyclops to portfolio monitoring through Project Nostradamus and our expanding suite of in-house developed AI co-pilots and agents. These capabilities are enabling superior credit selection, improved customer experience, faster turnaround times and enhanced operating efficiencies, while strengthening the quality and sustainability of our growth. The economy continues to exhibit resilience, supported by healthy government spending, improving infrastructure and sustained consumption trends. We are also pleased to note that our Rural Business Finance vertical has resumed its growth trajectory, with healthy business parameters across new customer acquisition, disbursement growth and collection efficiencies. As we embark on the first full year of our Lakshya 31 journey, our focus remains on delivering consistent, profitable and high-quality growth. We will continue to invest in innovation, strengthen our distribution capabilities and enhance customer experience as we build a future-ready, AI-native financial institution that will be resilient across economic cycles . Key Highlights: Building a diversified retail franchise: Rural Business Finance: Book size up 22% YoY to Rs. 32,493 Crore vs. Rs. 26,616 Crore in the quarter ended June 30, 2025 (Q1FY26) . Quarterly disbursements for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, at Rs. 6,961 Crore vs. Rs. 5,618 Crore, up 24% YoY. Farmer Finance: Book size up 11% YoY to Rs. 17,514 Crore vs. Rs. 15,756 Crore in Q1FY26. Quarterly disbursements for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, at Rs. 2,453 Crore vs. Rs. 2,200 Crore, up 11% YoY. Two-wheeler Finance: Book size up 22% YoY to Rs. 15,068 Crore vs. Rs. 12,331 Crore in Q1FY26. Quarterly disbursements for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, at Rs. 3,006 Crore vs. Rs. 2,128 Crore, up 41% YoY. Personal Loans: Book size up 80% YoY to Rs. 16,917 Crore vs. Rs. 9,383 Crore in Q1FY26. Quarterly disbursements for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, at Rs. 4,380 Crore vs. Rs. 1,942 Crore, up 126% YoY. Housing Loans and Loan Against Property (LAP): Book size up 20% YoY to Rs. 31,630 Crore in Q1FY27 vs. Rs. 26,464 Crore in Q1FY26. Quarterly disbursements for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, at Rs. 3,401 Crore vs. Rs. 2,780 Crore, up 22% YoY. SME Finance: Book size up 28% YoY to Rs. 8,884 Crore in Q1FY27 vs. Rs. 6,964 Crore in Q1FY26. Quarterly disbursements for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, at Rs.1,567 Crore vs. Rs. 1,273 Crore, up 23% YoY. Gold Finance: in Q1FY26 . Quarterly disbursements for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, at Rs. 1,928 Crore vs. Rs. 1,530 Crore, up 26% YoY. About L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF) www.LTFINANCE.com ), is a leading Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC), offering a range of financial products and services. Headquartered in Mumbai, the Company has been rated AAA the highest credit rating by four leading domestic rating agencies. In August 2025, S&P Global Ratings upgraded LTF long-term Issuer Credit Rating to BBB/Stable from BBB-/Positive and short-term issuer credit rating to A-2 from A-3. Fitch Ratings has affirmed LTF Long-Term Foreign and Local-Currency Issuer Default Ratings of BBB- with a Stable outlook. It has also received leadership scores and ratings by global and national Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) rating providers for its sustainability performance. The Company has been certified as a Great Place To Work and has also won many prestigious awards for its flagship CSR project Digital Sakhi- which focuses on women's empowerment and digital and financial inclusion. Under Right to Win, being in the right businesses has helped the Company become one of the leading financiers in key Retail products. The Company is focused on transforming into a Risk-first, Technology-first, AI-native Retail financial services institution as part of the Lakshya 2031 strategic plan. The Company has over 2.9 Crore customer database, which is being leveraged to cross-sell, up-sell, and identify new customers. x.com/LnTFinance www.facebook.com/LnTFS www.linkedin.com/company/lntfinance www.instagram.com/lntfinance www.youtube.com/user/ltfinance
'Spontaneous genetic mutation': 20-year-old childhood leukemia survivor faces new risk of cancers
A young student battles a new genetic disorder after overcoming childhood leukemia. This condition carries a lifetime risk of developing multiple gastrointestinal malignancies. Doctors performed a preventive surgery to remove his entire large intestine and rectum. He will require extensive recovery and continuous medical follow-up for his health. His family faces financial strain after their insurance claim was denied.
CBSE issues detailed guidelines on three-language policy under NEP 2020
The CBSE has issued detailed guidelines for implementing the three-language scheme under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 from the 2026-27 academic session. The board has clarified that the third language (R3) will be assessed only through school-based internal assessments, with no Board exam
SC refuses to cancel Lalu Yadav's bail in fodder scam, seeks speedy HC hearing
A bench of Justices MM Sundresh and PB Varale refused to cancel Yadav's bail; however, it asked the High Court to expedite the hearing of the pending appeals, preferably within six months
Rahul Gandhi seeks fresh Maharashtra TET date after paper leak
Gandhi said nearly six lakh candidates continue to face uncertainty as the government has yet to announce a revised examination schedule or clarify the next course of action
Alia Bhatt sparked concern after she was seen wearing sunglasses during her best friend Akansha Ranjan's wedding festivities, with eagle-eyed fans noticing what appeared to be swelling in her eye. Soon after, Alia and Ranbir Kapoor were spotted exiting an eye clinic in Bandra, Mumbai.
Madhya Pradesh: Congress launches Gen-Z Cyclothon over alleged exam paper leaks
Madhya Pradesh Congress chief Jitu Patwari flagged off the party's two-day Gen-Z Cyclothon Yatra from Indore to Bhopal, alleging widespread examination irregularities, paper leaks and recruitment scams. The Congress is also demanding free quality education from KG to PG and plans to protest outside Chief Minister Mohan Yadav's residence
Gold prices saw a slight decrease on July 14, 2026, across major Indian cities. Tanishq, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, and Kalyan Jewellers reported marginally lower 22k gold rates.
Alia Bhatt joins Sohum Shahs Tumbbad 2
Directed by Adesh Prasad, the sequel also stars Nawazuddin Siddiqui in a pivotal role
Pune Moshi waste unit collapse: FIR against two company officials
The case pertains to the July 8 incident at the waste-to-energy facility in Moshi, operated by Antony Lara Renewable Energy Pvt Ltd for the Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC)
Rajasthan maternal death mystery: Rajasthan government hospitals recorded nine maternal deaths in six days. Investigations are underway into these tragic fatalities across multiple districts. Other Indian cities like Mumbai and Delhi face distinct maternal healthcare pressures. Families affected by these deaths seek accountability and systemic reforms. Ensuring safe pregnancy and childbirth remains a national concern.
Pune building collapse: FIR against two officials of private company for negligence, safety lapses
As no security measures were adopted, a portion of SLF [mound of legacy waste] collapsed on the three-storey building on July 8, claiming nine lives, the FIR states
Sonam Wangchuk loses 8.5 kg during Day 17 hunger strike
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founding president Abhijeet Dipke, in a post on X, expressed concern over Wangchuks deteriorating health, stating that the activist has started losing muscle mass and is experiencing severe pain during the ongoing fast
Fadnavis visits Pawan Kalyan in Mumbai hospital after shoulder surgery
The Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister underwent arthroscopic repair of a right shoulder rotator cuff injury on July 11; the hospital expects full recovery over four months
Tamil Nadu: Migrant worker killed, four injured in steel plant boiler blast
Four fellow workers suffered serious burn injuries in the blast and were rescued before being rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. Their condition is reported to be critical
No more Chemburs: How can Indian cities ensure their trees do not turn against their people
Even as the verdict of the inquiry committee in Chembur tree fall incidentcomes in, a stroll through three other Indian metros, Chennai, Bengaluru and Delhi, to find out if they are proactive enough with their trees to prevent a Chembur on their soil
Arundhati Roy, Naseeruddin Shah urge CJP protesters to end hunger strike
In a joint statement issued on Monday, the signatories expressed solidarity with the ongoing agitation and praised the protesters for leading the campaign against the government
Jammu: NIA court issues non-bailable warrant against LeT founder Hafiz Saeed
Jammu, Jul 14: A special NIA court has issued a non-bailable warrant against Hafiz Saeed, the Pakistan-based chief of the proscribed terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba, in connection with a case pertaining to the ongoing probe into the Pahalgam terror attack. The order was passed by the Special Judge of the NIA Court on July 8, two days after the National Investigation Agency (NIA) filed a supplementary chargesheet against Saeed in the Pahalgam terror attack case. Saeed, designated a global terrorist by India and the United States, is also considered the mastermind of the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. The supplementary chargesheet, filed before the special NIA court in Jammu, charges the 76-year-old Saeed in both his personal capacity and as the chief of the proscribed Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and its proxy front, The Resistance Front (TRF). He has been booked under multiple provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967. According to the court order, the NIA informed the court that absconding terrorist Saeed, a resident of Sargodha in Pakistan's Punjab province, is an accused in Pahalgam terror attack and has been deliberately evading arrest. The agency sought the issuance of an open-dated non-bailable warrant against him to initiate further proceedings in the matter and take legal action against him at any further investigation. Arrest and custodial interrogation of the accused (Saeed) are necessary for a fair, complete and effective investigation. As such non-bailable warrant of arrest is issued against him and is forwarded it to the Deputy Inspector General (DIG), NIA Jammu, for execution in accordance with law, the order said. On April 22 last year, terrorists killed 26 people, mostly tourists, at Pahalgam in south Kashmir.
NIA court issues non-bailable warrant against LeT founder Hafiz Saeed
Saeed, designated a global terrorist by India and the United States, is also considered the mastermind of the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks
Vietnam speedboat survivor recalls moments before boat capsized
A survivor of the Vietnam speedboat tragedy has recounted the terrifying moments when a massive wave capsized a boat carrying 32 Indian tourists near Phu Quoc Island, killing 15 people. The survivor said several passengers were trapped inside the overturned vessel, while rescue teams rushed to the scene within minutes.
Union Bank of India Selects Leegality's Consentin Platform for DPDP Compliance
Leegality has been engaged by Union Bank of India, one of India's largest public sector banks, to implement its Consentin platform as part of the Banks DPDP compliance. The engagement marks one of the more significant DPDP compliance rollouts in India's public sector banking space to date. Union Bank of India Engages Leegality's Consentin for DPDP Compliance The DPDP Act (Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023) is a new data protection law that strictly regulates how businesses in India can collect, process and use customer data. The Act and accompanying rules have a compliance deadline of May 13, 2027. Every business that handles personal data in India will soon be required to implement systems for consent, data processing, and governance. Banks handle large volumes of sensitive financial and personal data, making early action on the DPDP Act especially important for the sector. With the compliance deadline approaching, banks are increasingly expected to have their consent and data governance systems ready well ahead of time. The engagement has already shown initial results, with Cookie Consent being successfully implemented on Union Bank of Indias Corporate Website. Cookies are small files stored by a visitor's browser to remember preferences and track behaviour and under the DPDP Act, they can only be set after a visitor gives clear, informed consent. With the DPDP deadline approaching, businesses across India are now racing to ensure that cookie practices are compliant - making it an early and visible marker of a company's broader compliance efforts. The implementation of Consent Management and Data Discovery capabilities is currently underway across the Banks applications to support its broader data privacy and compliance initiatives. Consentin consolidates all of an enterprise's DPDP needs - spanning consent management, privacy notices, data retention and withdrawal, cookie compliance, privacy assessments, third-party risk management, and regulatory breach reporting - into a single, easy-to-use platform. A unified dashboard gives compliance teams complete visibility into consent status and data flows across the organisation. It can be deployed on-prem or as a SaaS solution, depending on the enterprise's infrastructure. " We're proud to be trusted by an institution of Union Bank of India's scale with its DPDP compliance foundation, " said Shivam Singla, CEO, Leegality . " We believe their move will help set the pace for how the wider banking sector approaches privacy compliance ." About Consentin Consentin is a DPDP compliance platform, developed by Leegality, built to meet the full spectrum of privacy compliance needs for Indian enterprises through one unified, secure platform. Leegality is a document infrastructure platform that is used by more than 5000 Indian companies to build paperless workflows for agreements, forms and other legal documents. Every year, Leegality processes over 50 million eSigns and 3 million eStamps. About Union Bank of India Union Bank of India is one of the country's leading public sector banks, headquartered in Mumbai and established on November 11, 1919. Today, Union Bank operates a network of 8,675+ domestic branches, 8,650+ ATMs, 73,600+ employees and 26,000+ BC Points with a total business of Rs. 23.85 Lakh Crore.
Sergio Gor calls India-US trade talks report 'fake', says talks continue
The remarks came after a Reuters report suggested that India had declined to move forward with a fast-tracked trade deal during recent discussions with the US. Both Indian and US officials have rejected the claim, saying negotiations are continuing
US targets Iranian coastal defence sites in five-hour military operation
According to the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), the operation lasted around five hours and was carried out earlier on Monday at the direction of President Donald Trump.
Mumbai cafe manager had no clue he was serving Nolan, 'Spider-Man'; googled later
Mumbai cafe manager had no clue he was serving Nolan, 'Spider-Man'; googled later
Gold and silver prices today, 14 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major Indian cities, along with MCX market updates.
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Chembur tree-fall incident: Clean chit to Garden and Roads Department, Contactors to be penalised
The report also recommends 25 measures in detail to prevent such incidents.
Trump formally notifies Congress of renewed US military action against Iran
US President Donald Trump has formally informed Congress that American military operations against Iran resumed on July 7 after the collapse of a months-long ceasefire. The renewed action follows Iranian attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, with Washington citing the need to protect US forces and international shipping.
AC bus catches fire at depot in Navi Mumbai
An electric bus caught fire at a Navi Mumbai depot. The blaze erupted in the battery unit due to a technical fault. Firefighters battled the flames for about an hour to control the situation. The affected bus was parked in an isolated area, preventing further spread. No injuries were reported in the incident.
IMD warns of heavy rain in East as heatwave grips South India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a sharp weather divide this week, with heavy to extremely heavy rainfall expected across eastern and northeastern states, while hot, humid conditions and heatwave warnings continue for parts of coastal Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and eastern coastal regions over the next few days.
US launches strikes on Iran as Tehran retaliates near Hormuz and Bahrain
Iran responded with attacks targeting Bahrain and two tankers associated with the United Arab Emirates travelling through the Strait, killing one mariner and wounding eight others. The Emirates threatened to retaliate against Iran, potentially drawing the nation home to Abu Dhabi and Dubai back into fighting with Tehran
One Indian killed, six injured as Iranian missiles target two UAE tankers
In a statement, the UAE MoD said that the attack killed one Indian crew member aboard the Mombasa and injured eight others, including six Indian nationals and two Ukrainians, four of whom sustained serious injuries
Irans Pickaxe Mountain nuclear facility remains on US strike list: Trump
The remarks, made during an interview with conservative radio host Hugh Hewitt, came as the Trump administration intensified military pressure on Tehran while insisting it would not allow Iran to develop a nuclear weapon
Mid-Day Opinion: Bun maska-chai, with some stardust
The recent visit by Hollywood superstars to an Irani caf in Colaba lends itself to a conversation on the need to give legacy F&B establishments their due beyond celebrity visits
Vietnam speedboat tragedy: Mortal remains of 15 Indian tourists flown to home states today
Fifteen Indian nationals killed in a Vietnam speedboat tragedy were flown home on Tuesday. Their remains were transported from Mumbai to various Indian states via domestic flights. The victims were part of a group of 32 Indian tourists on a capsized speedboat. Sixteen other passengers were rescued and have since returned to India. One survivor remains in critical condition at a hospital in Phu Quoc.
Bodies of 15 Indians Killed in Vietnam Speedboat Tragedy Brought Home
SRINAGAR: The mortal remains of the 15 Indian tourists who lost their lives in the speedboat accident off Vietnams Phu Quoc Island have been brought back to India, the Indian Embassy in Vietnam said on Monday. According to the embassy, the bodies were flown from Ho Chi Minh City to Mumbai aboard a Vietnam Airlines []
Trump says wealthy Gulf nations should reimburse US for regional security costs
Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said countries benefiting from US military operations should help finance those efforts. I want to be reimbursed because we're protecting a very rich portion of the world
Archaeologists discover 3,000-year-old Ramesside-era tomb in Egypts Luxor
Specialists believe the tomb dates to the Ramesside period, Egypts 19th and 20th dynasties, based on artistic style of its inscriptions and typical New Kingdom architecture
Astronomers detect key star formation process inside Taurus molecular cloud
Researchers detected evidence of ambipolar diffusion, a process that may help gravity overcome magnetic resistance and begin forming a new star
Supreme Court refuses plea for policy to ban public viewing of pornography
The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a public interest litigation seeking directions to the Centre to frame a national policy prohibiting the viewing of pornography in public places and curbing access by minors. The court observed that the matter falls within the domain of government policy and declined to issue directions.
Oxford launches first human trial of vaccine against Bundibugyo ebolavirus
Recruitment has begun, with vaccinations expected to start in the coming weeks pending regulatory approval
Bacteria may offer breakthrough solution for uranium pollution, researchers say
Researchers found that microbes living in water from a flooded uranium mine removed nearly all of the dissolved uranium and converted much of it into an unexpectedly stable compound after receiving glycerol as a food source
CS reviews formulation of cancer care strategy for J&K
Srinagar, Jul 13: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo on Monday chaired a high-level meeting to assess the initial formulation of a comprehensive Cancer Care Strategy for the Union Territory aimed at creating an integrated, accessible and technology-enabled cancer care ecosystem across Jammu & Kashmir. Among others, the meeting was attended by Director, SKIMS; Mission Director, National Health Mission; Director, Tata Memorial Centre (TMC), Chandigarh; Principals of Government Medical Colleges; Director, Health Services, Kashmir/Jammu; Faculty Members of GMCs and other senior officers of the Health & Medical Education Department. The strategy, prepared by the Health & Medical Education Department in consultation with leading oncology experts and national institutions, envisages a holistic framework covering cancer prevention, early detection, screening, diagnosis, treatment, palliative care, research, capacity building and digital health interventions. Reviewing the proposed roadmap, the Chief Secretary observed that cancer is emerging as a major public health challenge and called for a coordinated, evidence-based and patient-centric response to improve health outcomes across the Union Territory. He directed the department to ensure time-bound implementation of all proposed interventions through effective institutional coordination, regular monitoring and measurable outcomes. The Chief Secretary underscored the importance of establishing a robust preventive oncology framework across all Government Medical Colleges in the Union Territory to promote early detection and timely intervention against cancer. He stressed the need for simultaneously strengthening both human resource capacity and the requisite healthcare infrastructure so that quality diagnostic and treatment facilities are made available closer to the patients, thereby minimizing the need for travelling to distant facilities. He directed the Health Department to undertake a phased capacity-building programme by training the required specialist manpower, including Radiation Safety Officer (RSO)-certified personnel, while concurrently upgrading the necessary medical equipment and infrastructure in all medical colleges. He observed that these interventions would significantly enhance the quality and accessibility of cancer care services across Jammu & Kashmir. The Chief Secretary further instructed that the entire strategy should be implemented in a well-defined, phase-wise manner over the coming years to ensure equitable distribution of oncology facilities across the Union Territory. He also directed each of the expert committees constituted under the Cancer Care Strategy to prepare detailed, time-bound implementation plans within their respective domains. He said that these implementation plans should be examined and harmonised by the Apex Committee chaired by Dr. Sudeep Gupta, Director, Tata Memorial Centre (TMC), Mumbai and other experts here to ensure their technical soundness, feasibility and effective execution. Highlighting the strategic collaboration with the Tata Memorial Centre, the Chief Secretary observed that the partnership with one of the country's premier cancer care institutions would provide invaluable technical guidance, facilitate adoption of national best practices and significantly accelerate the implementation of the Cancer Care Strategy on the ground, ultimately leading to improved patient outcomes across Jammu & Kashmir The meeting was informed by MD, NHM, Akriti Sagar that a Steering Committee-cum-State Cancer Registry Coordination Unit has already been constituted to establish a robust Population-Based Cancer Registry (PBCR) and Hospital-Based Cancer Registry (HBCR) network across Jammu & Kashmir. She added that the initiative would facilitate systematic collection of cancer incidence data, strengthen disease surveillance and support evidence-based planning under the National Cancer Registry Programme. The MD further informed that following the notification declaring cancer as a notifiable disease in the Union Territory, the Government has initiated the process for executing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Indian Council of Medical Research-National Institute of Non-Communicable Disease Epidemiology (ICMR-NIE), Bengaluru, for technical support in establishing a modern cancer registry system here. The meeting also reviewed the existing oncology infrastructure available in the Union Territory, including the State Cancer Institute at Government Medical College Jammu, SKIMS Soura, Government Medical College Srinagar, AIIMS Vijaypur, newly established Government Medical Colleges and district-level Day Care Chemotherapy Centres established under the National Health Mission. To strengthen diagnostic capabilities, the strategy proposes establishment of advanced Molecular Oncology Laboratories across Government Medical Colleges equipped with modern technologies including molecular pathology, immunohistochemistry, genomic profiling and next-generation sequencing. The meeting was apprised that proposals have already been submitted to ICMR under the DiaMONDs Project for establishment of molecular oncology laboratories in selected medical colleges while additional funding support is being explored for expansion across the UT. The strategy also recommends augmentation of cancer imaging facilities through phased establishment of mammography units, PET-CT scanners, MRI facilities, gamma cameras and endoscopy services to ensure timely diagnosis and improve early detection of various cancers. The Chief Secretary reviewed proposals for strengthening cancer treatment services through expansion of radiotherapy infrastructure, enhancement of surgical oncology services, establishment of additional Bone Marrow Transplant and Stem Cell Transplant facilities and creation of multidisciplinary oncology teams across major tertiary healthcare institutions. The meeting further reviewed proposals for extensive Information, Education and Communication (IEC) campaigns through print, electronic and digital media, schools, Panchayati Raj Institutions, Anganwadi Centres and community-based platforms to promote awareness regarding cancer risk factors, warning signs, screening services and healthy lifestyle practices. As proposed the Cancer Care Strategy seeks to build an integrated continuum of care covering prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, palliative care and research, with the ultimate objective of reducing cancer burden, improving survival outcomes and ensuring equitable access to quality oncology services for the people of Jammu & Kashmir.
Bodies of 15 Indians from Vietnam Boat Tragedy Arrive in Mumbai
Mumbai, July 14: The bodies of 15 Indian citizens who lost their lives in a boat accident near Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam, arrived at Mumbai Airport on Monday. The Indian Embassy in Vietnam announced on the social media platform X, stating, The flight carrying the bodies of Indian citizens who tragically died in the boat ... Read more Bodies of 15 Indians from Vietnam Boat Tragedy Arrive in Mumbai
NCLT refuses to reinstate Juliet Apparels founder Gunvant Trevadia as Director
Mumbai-based Juliet Apparels Pvt. Ltd. owns the women's innerwear brand 'Juliet'. The dispute is between two branches of the family that founded the company.
10-year-old boy drowns in excavated pit in Mumbai
Draft report flags contradictions in BMC officers statements in Mumbai manhole death probe
Cruelty, occult practices on bahu case: Ex-UBT MP & kin seek pre-arrest bail
Man dies as BJP neta-builders son hits scooter; FIR filed
Drunk woman causes traffic chaos in Navi Mumbai's Ghansoli, detained
On Monday, a woman under the influence of alcohol created a significant disruption on a road in Navi Mumbai. She persistently positioned herself in front of vehicles, including a bus and an auto-rickshaw. Despite attempts from bystanders and police officers to persuade her to move, she remained uncooperative. Eventually, women police officers intervened and successfully detained her, allowing for traffic to resume on the busy street.
Assam Woman on Quest to Meet Salman Khan Rescued, Reunited With Family
Begum, 55, had travelled from Assam to Mumbai on a train to meet the film actor because she had read somewhere that Salman Khan helps his needy fans.
Bodies of 15 Indians killed in Vietnam boat tragedy arrive in Mumbai
The bodies of fifteen Indian nationals killed in Vietnam's boat tragedy have arrived in Mumbai. Ten victims were from Tamil Nadu, three from Andhra Pradesh, and two from Kerala. One Indian national remains hospitalized in Phu Quoc after a medical procedure. The speedboat carrying thirty-two Indian tourists capsized near Phu Quoc Island on Friday. Vietnamese authorities have ordered an investigation into the incident and detained the operator.
Mumbai dy mayor wants Byculla blow allotted to him as commuting from Dahisar takes too much time
Nagaland blast: Suspected IED blast targets Assam Rifles vehicle; one dead
An Assam Rifles jawan was killed and four others were injured in a suspected IED blast targeting an operational vehicle in Nagaland's Chumoukedima district. Security forces have launched a search operation, while the injured personnel are undergoing treatment
NMMC Inspects Ghansoli Quick Commerce Store After Rat Video Goes Viral
Mumbai Police Probe Suspected Hit-and-Run Death on WEH in Malad
CJP announces march to Parliament on July 20 as Wangchuk continues his fast
In an appeal shared by the CJP on social media, it urged people to make their voices heard and remind elected representatives that they remain accountable to the public
Bombay High Court grants pre-arrest bail to patients kin who assaulted KEM nurse
No power, 82-year-old cremated under mobile torchlight in Navi Mumbai
17-year-old boy stabbed by two teenagers over mobile phone game defeat
Trump announces 20 per cent cargo charge on Hormuz shipping
US President Donald Trump said the United States would impose a 20 per cent charge on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz to recover the cost of securing the waterway and would reinstate a blockade targeting Iranian ships
Sena corporator, 3 others get 11 days judicial custody in doc assault case
Rs 300-crore Battery storage rollout for Tata Power in Mumbai
Maharashtra removed 81 lakh beneficiaries from the Ladki Bahin Yojana after e-KYC verification. Ineligible recipients included income-tax payers and government employee families. The scheme aimed to provide Rs 1,500 monthly assistance to women aged 21 to 65. Opposition parties alleged political misuse and financial irregularities in the scheme's implementation. The government is recovering funds from ineligible beneficiaries and depositing them into the treasury.
Uorfi Javed slams Adnaan Shaikh over public property remark on widows
Mumbai: Uorfi Javed has called out influencer Adnaan Shaikh after a video of him referring to divorced and widowed women as public property surfaced online. Reacting to the controversial remark, Uorfi wrote, Why are men like these even allowed to talk? The clip is from Adnaans appearance on the Aa Dil Ki Baat Karein podcast, 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 .
International universities expand India campuses as admission uncertainty grows: Report
Ex-AAP councillor Tahir Hussain convicted for IB officer Ankit Sharma's murder
A Delhi court has convicted former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain and four others in the murder of Intelligence Bureau officer Ankit Sharma during the 2020 northeast Delhi riots. The court found Hussain guilty of murder, rioting, promoting enmity, assault, and use of criminal force
Devendra Fadnavis Visits Pawan Kalyan in Mumbai After Surgery
Maharashtra CM enquires about Andhra Pradesh Deputy CMs health following successful shoulder surgery.
Datia bypoll: Narottam Mishra joins BJP candidate during nomination filing
BJP candidate Ashutosh Tiwari and Congress nominee Ghanshyam Singh filed their nominations for the Datia Assembly bypoll. Former minister Narottam Mishra accompanied Tiwari, signalling BJP unity after protests over his exclusion from the contest
Top 5 beauty influencers fees in 2026: Who charges Rs 22 lakh?
Mumbai: Social media influencers are no longer just promoting beauty products for free samples or gift hampers. Some of Indias biggest digital creators are reportedly charging several lakhs for a single branded Instagram collaboration. A rate card circulating online has revealed the alleged fees charged by five popular beauty, fashion and lifestyle influencers. While 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 .
Kolkata airport mosque row: BJP backs prayer curbs, TMC lashes out
TMC MP Saugata Roy, speaking to IANS, said there had never been an issue for five decades, but the new BJP govt was using it to further its 'political agenda'
