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Are the U.S. and Iran returning to full-scale war? | In Focus podcast

Stanly Johny speaks to us about Trumps declaration that the Iran ceasefire is over and what it means for West Asia.

CBI Files Multiple Charges in Mahadev App Betting Scandal

New Delhi, July 9: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed 11 new charge sheets in the high-profile Mahadev online betting app case,

Oilseeds cultivation to be promoted on 2,100 hectares in Tiruchi district this year

Agriculture department has invited farmers to take up ground and castor cultivation under the National Mission on Edible Oils Oilseeds; Tiruchi

Frame movie review: Nagraj Manjule, Amey Wagh humanise a cautionary tale of an artists degeneration

Frame is easily elevated by the refreshing treatment by director Vikram Patwardhan, who leaves space for restraint and maturity in his scenes, wh

Youth held for abducting minor girl in Erode

PM Modi praises Australias social media ban for minors

In the clearest signal so far that India is deliberating on restrictions for social media use among minors, Mr. Modi told his Australian counterp

Chittoor plans to tame lone elephant crossing Chittoor-Bengaluru highway as kumki

The operation targets a sub-adult male often seen crossing the Chittoor-Bengaluru highway; trained kumkis Ganesh, Jayanth, Krishna and Abhimanyu

Parents lose nearly 1 lakh in scholarship scam in Erode

CJP announces Parliament march on July 20; asks students, parents to join in

In a statement issued on Thursday (July 9) morning, the CJP said its Parliament march on July 20 would begin from Jantar Mantar along with educat

CPI, CPI(M) oppose TVK governments move to provide jobs to kin of Karur stampede victims

CPI(M) State secretary P. Shanmugam said that with an inquiry into the stampede under way and the matter pending before the court, the decision t

Sharad Pawar's meeting in Shinde's office sparks tension, war of words between allies Sena (UBT) and NCP (SP)

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut said his party was disturbed and hurt with Sharad Pawar's meeting in Eknath Shinde's office, and stressed that

From Kerala to Ulster University Belfast: International student leaves legacy of inclusion

From Kerala to Ulster University Belfast: International student leaves legacy of inclusion

Revanth Reddy Takes a Break, Makes Puris for Grandson

CM shares heartwarming video of family moment amid busy schedule

Labourers shifted from tunnel road construction site in Kozhikode in Kerala

Revenue department officials say shifting following preventive evacuation measures recommended by Kerala government in the wake of Wayanad debris

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Baruipur encounter death: Last rites of man performed as family refuses to claim body

Prabhas' wife also declined to claim the body, alleging that she had endured a lot of abuse from her husband

Child with Chandipura virus infection dies in Gujarat's Sabarkantha

CHPV is a member of the Rhabdoviridae family and is known to cause sporadic cases and outbreaks of acute encephalitis syndrome

Ex-forest officials, conservationists challenge functioning of Indias apex Wildlife Board in Delhi HC

The petitioners argue that the National Board for Wildlife and its Standing Committee (SC-NBWL) have become a clearing house that routinely diver

How Is 'Love Jihad' Connected to Caste? A New Book Explains

These are some excerpts from professor and writer Sameena Dalwai's new book: 'Love Jihad: A Feminist Retelling.'

Terror Camps Crumbled During Op Sindoor: PM To Indian Diaspora In Melbourne

During Operation Sindoor, you must have seen the explosions that struck terrorist hideouts. Those explosions have resonated across the world, he

As long As I Am Alive: K Kavitha Rules Out BRS Return, Alleges Corruption

Kalvakuntla Kavitha alleged that the massive fund accumulated by the BRS was entirely built through ''corrupt, quid pro quo arrangements'' with w

Special drive to clear passport applications in Tiruchi

Trauma of giving birth in jail not bearable: Court on bail to TCS staffer Nida Khan

The Judge allowed Nida Khans plea, considering the defence argument that she was five months pregnant

DMK Moves SC Panel Over Vijay's Karur Visit Ahead of Stampede Probe

Chief Minister Vijay is slated to travel to Karur on July 10 to meet the families of the deceased and injured victims of the stampede to hand ove

Action will be taken in Ram temple donation theft case: U.P. BJP chief

Pankaj Chaudhary says both State and Central Governments are ensuring that the matter is investigated thoroughly

Operation Thunderbolt: Hyderabad Police Crackdown on Drugs, Crime

The extensive sanitization sweep involved close coordination among various specialized wings of the city police

ECI Clarifies Maternal Grandparents Valid for Voter Mapping After SIR Row

Confusion by field officials led to rejection of forms; poll body says no distinction between maternal and paternal lineage

PepsiCo bets on healthier products as inflation squeezes consumers; Q2 revenue tops estimates

PepsiCo reported strong second-quarter revenue, exceeding analyst expectations. Healthier product demand helped offset softer North America food

US-Iran Strikes Escalate Despite Ceasefire Fears

Fresh US airstrikes and Iranian retaliation targeting regional allies raise concerns over the collapse of a fragile truce and renewed conflict in

Haryana Group D CET 2026: Over 15.65 Lakh Apply; Edit Forms Till July 11

HSSC Group D CET 2026: The application process for the recruitment ended on July 5, 2026, with more than 15.65 lakh candidates submitting their a

Motorists cautioned after crack found on Thamarassery mountain pass linking Kozhikode and Wayanad in Kerala

Wayanad Ghat Road Protection Committee members say all vehicles passing through the ghat section should comply with the speed limit regulations t

Southwest Monsoon, Delayed By A Day, Covers Entire Country: Weather Office

The department said that there has been a delay of a day in the monsoon, covering the whole country, as it normally takes place on July 8.

Vikram Solar to invest 15,037 crore in BESS facility at Gangaikondan SIPCOT in Tirunelveli

The MoU was signed between the Industries, Investment Promotion and Commerce Department and Vikram Solar Limited in the presence of Tamil Nadu CM

Bengaluru Reports 931 Pedestrian Deaths In 3 Years, 700 Injured

Bengaluru has about 18,000 kms of road and the target is about 1,500 km to free footpaths of any sort of encroachments and makes footpaths safe f

Beyond STEM: NGMA Director On Why Arts Education Is Essential For Building Skills Of Tomorrow

The skills which are most sought-after these days, like creativity, communication, adaptability, and critical thinking, are mostly fostered throu

Bahwan CyberTek Appoints Amrinder Singh as Managing Director and CEO to Lead its Next Phase of AI-Driven Global Growth

Experienced technology leader to drive BCTs evolution into an AI and agentic-led digital transformation partner, deepening its footprint across k

Column | Arun Pai: the footpath mayor of Bengaluru

Pai, who runs Bangalore Walks, combines civic action with storytelling and long walks

Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (July 9, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Thursday, July 9, 2026.

Chinese Proverb of the Day: Do not use a hatchet to remove a fly from your friend's Life lessons on restraint, judgment, self-control, solving problems and why you should think before you act

Chinese Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of Do not use a hatchet to remove a fly from your friend's forehead. The saying warns against u

Control room set up at Ramanathapuram Collectorate to guide students on various scholarships

Corporate Affairs Ministry extends validity of key compliance scheme up to August 31

The corporate affairs ministry has extended a special scheme for companies. This scheme offers reduced penalties for late financial statement and

Action will be taken in Ram temple donation theft case: UP BJP chief

Uttar Pradesh BJP chief Pankaj Chaudhary called the Ram temple donation issue unfortunate. He assured strict action against all those found invol

4 Of Family Killed After Car Crashes Into Parked Truck In Madhya Pradesh

The accident took place around 3.30 am near Bharula village within the jurisdiction of Civil Lines police station.

US and Iran exchange intensifying fire across the Mideast, threatening the interim deal to end war

United States forces launched new airstrikes against Iran early Thursday. Tehran responded by targeting U.S.-allied Mideast countries in an excha

Delhi-NCR School, College, Office Holiday on July 10: Is there a closure in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad & Faridabad as IMD forecasts more rain?

Delhi-NCR school holiday July 10: Heavy rainfall persists across Delhi-NCR, prompting an Orange Alert from the India Meteorological Department. S

Man Absconding For 12 Years In Dacoity Case Arrested In Mangaluru

The accused, Shakeel, a resident of Jeppu, had been evading arrest since the case was registered. Police had earlier filed an absconding charge s

Messi, Ronaldo No Longer Rivals. Data Reveals Staggering Gap Between Two

For Cristiano Ronaldo's most loyal fans, he might still be the greatest, but rational comparative metrics lean heavily in Lionel Messi's favour.

Ensure 100% spending of 20,643-crore SC Sub-Plan by January: Minister Dola Sree Bala

The Minister said the State government had earmarked 20,643 crore for the SC Sub-Plan during the current financial year, and instructed every dep

Why are people hating the Odyssey movie? Why the internet can't stop hating on Christopher Nolan's big-budget epic

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey faces significant online criticism regarding its casting and trailer content. Despite widespread dislikes on YouT

Gujarat sets up Departmental Data Committee to protect farmers' personal, financial information

Gujarat's Agriculture Department has formed a committee to protect farmers' personal data. This initiative aligns with the Digital Personal Data

Neymar Jr. : World Cup career in graphics

After Brazil lost to Norway in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match, star player Neymar Junior bid adieu to international football after 16 years

Motorcycle Accident Claims Life Of CISF Personnel In Mangaluru

The deceased has been identified as Seetharam Gowda, who was serving with the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) at the Central Jail in Jam

Telangana High Court Grants Bail to Bandi Bhagirath in POCSO Case

Bail granted on 1 lakh surety; court directs accused not to influence witnesses

Sanjay Jaju Inspects Musi Riverfront Development Project

The Chief Secretary offered futuristic and strategic suggestions aimed at ensuring the longterm sustainability, ecological balance, and transform

ADB Revises Down Indias Growth To 6.6 pc In FY27

Growth will be supported by policy interventions to attract more foreign capital, as well as fuel tax cuts, targeted credit support, strong servi

Yuvi paaji, Ricky sir have played major role in getting me here: Prabhsimran on India call-up

Prabhsimran Singh received his India T20I call-up for the Zimbabwe tour. He expressed immense joy and gratitude for this career milestone. The wi

Gujarat launches ambitious Data Centre Policy

Launching the policy at the Mahatma Mandir Convention Centre here, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said the initiative will make Gujarat the count

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to distribute govt. job appointment orders to kin of 32 Karur stampede victims

CM Vijay will also lay the foundation stone for Evervan Kothari Footwear Private Limited, which will come up at Manavasi near Krishnarayapuram wi

Stock markets bounce back after previous session's drubbing, Sensex climbs 238 points

Caution prevailed in the market as the United States and Iran exchanged strikes for a second consecutive day

Persian Gulf tanker backlog clears, but fresh Iran attacks cloud shipping outlook

A large backlog of oil tankers in the Persian Gulf has nearly cleared. This occurred after a ceasefire was signed between Iran and the United Sta

Anshula Wore A Customised Perfume To 'Feel Close' To Her Mother On Wedding Day

Anshula Kapoor married her longtime partner, Rohan Thakkar, in an intimate ceremony in Mumbai on July 6

Air Raid Sirens Sound Across Jordan After Iran's Strikes

Authorities urge residents to follow safety instructions as regional tensions escalate following Iranian retaliation for US strikes.

Dairy Queen franchisee locations closed in US: Multiple Dairy Queen locations shut down in these places; here's what customers should know

Dairy Queen franchisee locations closed: Several Dairy Queen locations in Alaska have recently closed their doors. This closure resulted from a l

The US-Iran Ceasefire Deal Was Always Going To Fail. Here's Why

The agreement did not resolve the contradictions that produced the war. It institutionalised them.

Indias mobile gaming revenue set to reach $2.4B by 2029: Report

The mobile gaming market is witnessing stronger monetisation with higher smartphone penetration, digital payments and consumer engagement.

Romania Footballer, Who Was Also Mayor Of His Town, Drowns In Lake At 44

Former Romania footballer Gabriel Muresan has died after drowning in a lake near the town where he was the mayor, local media reported.

Sensex rebounds 238 points, Nifty closes above 23,960 led by realty and PSU bank stocks

The Sensex rose 238.22 points, or 0.31 per cent, to settle at 76,741.82, while the Nifty advanced 80.75 points, or 0.34 per cent, to close at 23,

Qikink launches free creator store to power Indias merchandise economy

Qikink Bets on India's Creator Economy with a Free Branded Store that Handles Everything for Creators Qikink launches free creator store to power

Torrential Monsoon Rains Wreak Havoc Across India

Heavy downpours trigger flooding, landslides, building collapse and widespread disruption as the southwest monsoon covers the entire country.

Premier Energies Commissions 5.6 GW Solar Module Plant In Telangana

With the commissioning of the new plant, Premier Energies' module manufacturing capacity has reached 11.1 GW to serve domestic and international

Assam Opposition Leaders Demand Stricter Action In Fake Currency Crackdown

The issue of counterfeit currency was raised in the Assam Legislative Assembly on Thursday during the fourth day of the Budget Session.

Student Data From CUET, Board Exams Being Sold Online, Privacy Concerns Grow

The website also shared a free sample containing the details of 500 candidates who appeared for the Common University Entrance Test for Undergrad

Bengaluru daycare abuse case: Prime accused gets anticipatory bail

The accused, Manjula, has been absconding ever since the FIR was registered

Nashik-based company launches an AI-autonomous sovereign cloud platform built in India

Nashik-based ESDS Software Solution has launched Swaraj Cloud, an AI-autonomous sovereign cloud platform. This platform runs entirely on Indian s

Happiest Health Announces Launch of Speciality Clinics: Happiest Paediatrics, Happiest Orthopaedics, Happiest Gynaecology, Happiest Endocrinology & Your Personal Physician

Happiest Health Announces Launch of Speciality Clinics: Happiest Paediatrics, Happiest Orthopaedics, Happiest Gynaecology, Happiest Endocrinology

Dainik Bhaskar Unveils an Innovation That Turns Newspapers Into Plants

Dainik Bhaskar Unveils an Innovation That Turns Newspapers Into Plants

Strait Of Hormuz Traffic Nearly Halts After Fresh US-Iran Strikes Shake Ceasefire

Shipping activity through the Strait of Hormuz has almost stopped after renewed US strikes on Iran weakened a fragile ceasefire. Vessel movements

High Court appoints special officer for debit-frozen TMC bank accounts for Mamata-led group's daily expenses

The Calcutta High Court appointed a special officer to manage TMC bank accounts. These accounts were frozen following a complaint alleging procee

Wayanad Landslides: The hills are alive, but have a warning

Wayanad faces escalating ecological crises and deadly landslides. Recent disasters highlight unscientific development and policy conflicts. Heavy

BJP pushes for safest and shortest third route to Amarnath from Ladakhs Drass

The all-weather Zojila Tunnel has opened a new pathway to an alternative route to the Amarnath shrine from Drass district; it should be a 5km tre

Maha monsoon fury: Around 3,000 LPG cylinders swept into river in Raigad after HPCL plant wall collapses

Authorities warned that some cylinders may still contain LPG and urged residents not to touch or collect them, asking people to report or deposit

Watch: Can Erling Haaland lead Norway to World Cup glory?

Erling Haaland has transformed Norway from World Cup absentees into genuine contenders. As Norway prepare to face England in the FIFA World Cup q

NMCG starts two pilot projects using nature-based solutions for Yamuna drains

The National Mission for Clean Ganga has started two pilot projects for urban drain treatment. These projects utilize constructed wetlands to cle

Karnataka horror: Mentally challenged woman allegedly raped in Gadag; accused circulated assault videos

According to the complaint, the accused, identified as Durgappa, allegedly lured the young woman by offering her chocolates and snacks before rep

Psychology says people who cut the queue aren't always trying to be rude, but the behavior often reflects how they view rules and other people

People do not cut in line for the same reason. Some may believe their situation is unusually urgent, while others act on impulse without fully co

Jaipur Crime: 23-YO Woman Gets Mother Fatally Run Over By Scorpio SUV For Property, Govt Job; Hitmen Paid 7 Lakh

Jaipur Police arrested a 23-year-old woman for allegedly plotting her mother's murder over a property dispute and a government job. Investigators

Appointments to public offices should not be guided by recommendations, other extraneous considerations: Madras High Court

Monsoon covers entire India; Rainfall deficit at 14%, says IMD

The southwest monsoon has now covered all of India, arriving a day late. Heavy rainfall has been recorded in India during the first nine days of

Donald Trump's meddling with top spy agency threatens America's survival

The Office of the Director of National Intelligence faces scrutiny amid political appointments and turmoil. President Trump's selections have rai