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Vedanta Unveils Unlimited Growth Vision at AGM

Mumbai, July 15, 2026 (Daily Kiran): Anil Agarwal, Chairman of Vedanta Group, presented the companys ambitious Vedanta Unlimited vision during th

Vedanta Unlimited: Anil Agarwal Outlines Growth Roadmap Built on 3Ps Produce, Partner, Purpose

Udaipur, July 15: Vedanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal presented the ambitious vision of Vedanta Unlimited at the 61st Annual General Meeting (AGM

Cuba plunged into third nationwide blackout in two weeks as fuel runs low

The blackout was the third such incident in two weeks as a U.S. oil embargo stresses the island's grid

Congress seeks SIR deadline extension in Telangana

The delegation cites slow progress in voter verification, particularly in Hyderabad

India launches new services output index

14 of 19 sectors post double-digit growth in April New Delhi, July 14: India on Tuesday launched a new monthly indicator to track activity in its

UK announces social media curfew for older teens

The UK government will implement an overnight social media curfew for teenagers aged sixteen and seventeen. This new measure aims to protect youn

India bans import of goods produced via use of forced labour

New Delhi, July 14: The government has amended the foreign trade policy to prohibit the import of goods produced using forced labour, amid a US i

WPI Inflation Hits 9.87%

New Delhi, July 14: Wholesale price inflation rose to 9.87 per cent in June, from 9.68 per cent in May, led by a sharp spike in prices of non-foo

Publishers accuse Google of stealing copyrighted content in new lawsuit

Multiple book publishers sued Google on Tuesday for allegedly stealing copyrighted content, using it to train artificial intelligence (AI) models

IOC, BPCL, HPCL step up fuel quality checks amid concerns

New Delhi, July 14: State run fuel retailers Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), Bharat Petroleum Corp Ltd (BPCL) and Hindustan Petroleum Corp Ltd (HPC

26 Meta Employees Sue Over AI-led Layoffs Targeting Workers on Leave

They are among the 8,000 employees, or about 10 per cent of its workforce, Meta said it would lay off in May

Weather LIVE Updates: Warm Day In Delhi, Rain Expected From July 14 To 18

Weather Today, Delhi-NCR Rain, Monsoon Live Updates: Delhi sees a max temperature of 38.6C with heat index at 45.8C and monsoon rainfall forecast

Sensex Tumbles 561 Points

Mumbai, July 14: Stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled on Tuesday as a sharp surge in crude oil prices due to the renewed flare

Thailand scraps plan to end visa-free entry for Indians

Thailand will now allow thirty-day visa-exempt entries for Indian visitors. This decision follows a recent drop in arrivals from India impacting

US supporting efforts to revive Iraq-Syria crude oil pipeline, US official says

The United States backs Iraq and Syria's pipeline revival efforts. This project aims to bypass the Strait of Hormuz for oil transport. American c

Direct taxes grow 16 pc to Rs 6.51 lakh crore so far

New Delhi, July 14: The net direct tax collection grew 16.40 per cent to over Rs 6.51 lakh crore till July 13 this fiscal, driven by higher corpo

Five Stocks To Buy: JSW Energy, SBI Cards, Fortis Healthcare And More | July 15, 2026

Top picks for Wenesday, July 15 include SBI Cards, Fortis Healthcare, JSW Energy, Moschip Technologies, and Jindal Saw.

Iran Says US' Hormuz Blockade Dismantles Deal, Both Countries Trade Fire Again

Days of retaliatory strikes across the Middle East by Iran and both nations' attempts to vie for control of the waterway through which a fifth o

Karnataka Exonerates 3 IPS Officers in Chinnaswamy Stadium Stampede Case

The disciplinary proceedings stemmed from the stampede near Chinnaswamy Stadium during the IPL victory celebrations of Royal Challengers Bengalur

US Senate Democrats block $1.15 trillion defense bill over Iran war objections

Senate Democrats blocked a defense policy bill due to Iran war concerns. They cited President Trump's lack of congressional consultation on milit

ADAG companies siphoned off loan money via 53 shell firms: ED

Enforcement Directorate informed the Supreme Court about Reliance ADAG entities siphoning funds. These companies allegedly used fifty-three shell

Writers Guild sues to block Paramount deal, saying it would hurt writers

The Writers Guild has sued to block Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery. This legal action follows a similar lawsuit filed by Califo

West Asia War LIVE: Bahrain, Kuwait come under attack as Iran retaliates over U.S. strikes and reimposed blockade

Bahrain sounded its missile alert siren, while Kuwaits military said its air defences were firing to shoot down incoming missiles and drones

Supreme Court acquits man, 16 others in 26-year-old dowry case

The Supreme Court acquitted seventeen individuals accused in a dowry death case. This decision came after a lengthy twenty-six-year legal battle

Not Worthy Of World Cup Semifinal: Mbappe Throws France Team Under The Bus

Kylian Mbappe admitted that his team didn't deserve to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 final.

Trump threatens strikes on Iranian power plants, bridges 'next week', says will not 'have anybody left' without deal

President Trump warned Iran of severe strikes on power plants and bridges. He stated these intensified attacks would begin next week unless talks

Ahead of Lok Sabha session, Birla may recognise rebel TMC MPs' merger with NCPI

Rebel TMC MPs are set to hold their parliamentary party meeting under NCPI. They anticipate representation at the customary pre-session all-party

Why Semaglutide is an inflection point for Indias generics sector?

More than a supply chain issue and missing the first mover status, Semaglutide episode has rather exposed systemic chinks and could prove costly

4 Dead, Over 35,000 Affected As Assam Flood Situation Worsens

The flood situation in Assam worsened on Tuesday with death count rising to four in the first wave of flood hit the state.

Supreme Court fines Raina, 4 others Rs 3 lakh each for taking court for ride

The Supreme Court imposed a three lakh rupee cost on Samay Raina and four others. These comedians failed to hold a promised show for disabled ind

At the Crossroads: Envisioning the Future of Our State and Society

By Dr Donkupar Syiem We, as a State, a society, and a community, stand at a defining crossroads in our journey of human development. Never before

FIFA WC 2026: Deschamps Says France Fell Short After Spain Loss

The French coach accepted responsibility for the defeat, saying his side failed to make the most of their opportunities against a well-organised

Motorcycle/Scooty Theft in Meghalaya Its Time to Stay One Step Ahead of Criminals

By Augusten Blah The report in The Shillong Times some days ago that nine two-wheelers were stolen across Meghalaya within just six days should c

Iran's IRGC attacks on US military assets in Bahrain, Kuwait in 'Operation Nasr 2'

Iran's Revolutionary Guard targeted US military assets in Bahrain and Kuwait. These strikes were a direct response to earlier American attacks on

De la Fuente says Spain have recaptured 2010 spirit after France masterclass

Spain, who won Euro 2024, has now equalled Italys record of 37 consecutive unbeaten matches, but the team coach De la Fuente said his players sti

US issues new Iran-related sanctions and a general license

The United States has announced new Iran-related sanctions. These sanctions target several individuals, entities, and vessels. A general license

Morning Digest: Govt to monitor Indian sailors status in real-time; Spain defeats France to reach World Cup final, and more

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SOP soon to hear petitions after working hours, says Supreme Court

The Supreme Court will create a procedure for urgent petitions. This new system will address life and liberty concerns after court hours. The cou

Tremendous Chemistry: Trump Welcomes New Iraqi PM During White House Visit

President Donald Trump gave Iraq's new prime minister an effusive welcome at the White House on Tuesday, promoting the remendous chemistry betwe

CM Naidu calls for reforms in business rules, faster governance through technology

Naidu instructs officials to constitute a committee to redraft the Business Rules and introduce reforms that would make governance more efficient

FIFA World Cup 2026: Spain choke the life out of France to reach final

Spain secured a commanding 2-0 victory over France in Texas. Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro scored the decisive goals for Spain. The Spanish tea

Ex-Columnist Receives $5.63 Million Owed By Trump In Sex Abuse case

The writer E. Jean Carroll has collected nearly $5.63 million from Donald Trump after a jury in 2023 found the US president liable for sexually a

Govt under fire for denying PwDs jobs

Meghalaya unit of the Association for Empowerment of Divyangjan threatens legal action for alleged violation of their rights SHILLONG, July 14: T

(Top) Meghalaya Nepali Sahitya Sammelan president and publicity secretary receive a commemorative award from Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang in recognition of the organisations 25 years of service to Nepali language, literature and culture.

(Top) Meghalaya Nepali Sahitya Sammelan president and publicity secretary receive a commemorative award from Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tam

GH groups for separate voter rolls, codification of customary laws

TURA, July 14: Six prominent pressure groups from Garo Hills have submitted a joint memorandum to GHADC Chief Executive Member (CEM) Dhormonath S

State delegation to seek INI status for NEIGRIHMS

SHILLONG, July 14: A delegation from Meghalaya will take the demand for Institute of National Importance (INI) status for NEIGRIHMS to New Delhi

Stolen bikes found in WGH; three arrested

TURA, July 14: The police have arrested three persons and recovered three stolen motorcycles following a series of operations across West Garo Hi

Madhya Pradesh's UCC draft proposes registration of live-in couples

Madhya Pradesh's draft uniform civil code requires live-in relationship registration. Couples must formally cancel registrations when relationshi

UP Suspended Municipal Employee Dies By Suicide, Case Filed Against 5

According to police, 52-year-old Upendra Shankhdhar was a tax collector suspended in September last year in connection with an alleged Rs 30 lakh

Race against time to digitise voters list

SHILLONG, July 14: While Meghalaya has distributed nearly 85% of electoral enumeration forms, the state faces a race against time to digitise the

Satellite mapping to resolve NEs border disputes: Union Min

SHILLONG/NONGPOH, July 14: Satellite technology is now at the forefront of resolving the Northeasts volatile border disputes, with Union Minister

Pynter assault case: MHRC declines probe into death plaint

SHILLONG, July 14: The Meghalaya Human Rights Commission (MHRC) has declined to conduct an inquiry into a complaint filed by the father of deceas

War returns to West Asia, oil seesaws as Hormuz bleeds

The United States launched a third round of strikes on Iran. Iran retaliated by attacking US military bases in Jordan and Bahrain. Two Emirati oi

India welcomes Canada's remark delinking government from Nijjar killing

Middle East crisis: Government lodges protest with Iran as sailor dies in fresh attacks

India summoned Iran's deputy chief of mission to protest recent attacks on commercial ships. One Indian seafarer tragically lost his life and two

On South China Sea, government backs tribunal ruling against Beijing

India supports freedom of navigation and lawful sea uses in the South China Sea. The Ministry of External Affairs responded to a joint statement

Give Muslims alternative site for namaz: Supreme Court to Dhar administration

The Supreme Court will hear challenges to a Madhya Pradesh High Court ruling on the Bhojshala complex. It declined to stay the order which declar

Passport just a document to regulate departure of citizens from India: MEA

The MEA clarified passport issuance follows the Passports Act, 1967. This document regulates departure of Indian citizens from India. Official so

Air India crash: Draft final report on Ahmedabad tragedy will be ready only by October, AAIB tells Supreme Court

The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau informed the Supreme Court about the inquiry timeline. The complex investigation into the Air India cr

Vietnam boat survivor: Captain jumped, so did I

A survivor described the sudden Vietnam boat tragedy where the captain jumped overboard. He explained that only those who followed him into the w

Ram Temple corruption episode biggest proof of BJP govt. failure: U.P. Congress chief Ajay Rai

When it comes to taking credit for the temple, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.P. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath are always at the forefront;

Dr. Mustafa Kamal, the Abdullah who rooted for J&Ks pre-1953 position, dies in Srinagar

Mustafa Kamal wouldblamethe Congress for embroiling the Kashmir issue by arresting his father and party founder Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah in 1953

Major Reshuffle in Bihar Police: 22 DSP Officers Transferred

Patna, July 15: The Bihar government has announced a significant reshuffle in the state police service, transferring 22 officers holding the rank

Staines' killer Dara Singh to be released soon?

The Supreme Court has set August 19 as a deadline for Odisha to decide on Dara Singh's remission plea. Dara Singh, jailed since 2000, is seeking

Hydel project near China border gets green clearance

An expert panel recommended green clearance for the Naying hydro-electric project. This project will be built across the Siyom river in Arunachal

Psychology says people who get teeth braces after the age of 30 aren't insecure: What adult orthodontic treatment may reveal?

Psychology says people who get teeth braces after the age of 30 aren't trying to impress others. In many cases, the decision reflects self-care,

Nitin Gadkari: Ethanol a small share of sons' business, attacks motivated

Union minister Nitin Gadkari denied personal gain from the ethanol blending program. He stated that allegations of conflict of interest are polit

UK To Announce Midnight Social Media Curfew For Teenagers

Britain will introduce a default overnight curfew on social media apps for 16- and 17-year-olds, the government said, adding new restrictions for

Fake Silver row: Jammu court summons IO, seeks records

A Jammu court has ordered a crime branch officer to appear with case records. This follows objections raised over the agency's handling of a comp

France vs Spain, World Cup semifinal: Oyarzabal, Porro score as Spain nullifies French attack to reach final

France managed only two shots on target as Spain, chasing a second World Cup title, suffocated them

Florida Man Killed After Fleeing US Immigration Agents, 3rd Death In A Week

A man running from an encounter with immigration and other federal agents in Florida was struck and killed by a tractor trailer on Tuesday, autho

Japanese Mindset: Wabi-Sabi- The Japanese aesthetic philosophy that teaches you to find beauty in imperfection and live with less stress

Wabi-sabi is a Japanese philosophy that finds beauty in imperfection and impermanence. This mindset encourages acceptance of change and appreciat

Inter First-Year Student Attempts Suicide at KGBV in Narayanpet District

The circumstances that led to the alleged suicide attempt are yet to be established

Quote of the day by Friedrich Nietzsche: 'He who would learn to fly one day must first learn to stand and...' - inspiring quote by German philosopher and author of The Gay Science, Ecce Homo and The Antichrist teaches life lessons on learning, growth mindset and why success begins with small steps

Quote of the day by Friedrich Nietzsche: Friedrich Nietzsche's quote emphasizes patience and steady progress toward success. He used the metaphor

CM Revanth Reddy to Lay Foundation Stone for 60,000-Crore Amazon Data Centre

Amazon's 60,000-crore data centre project will begin at Bharat Future City.

DC Edit | Top Courts Intervention On Citizenship Issue Welcome

The apex court made it very clear it recognised the legitimate right of the state in ensuring that no person who is legally ineligible to be an I

Konda Surekha Meets Meenakshi Natarajan to Discuss Kadiyam Srihari Issue

Konda Surekha raised concerns with AICC in-charge Meenakshi Natarajan over Kadiyam Srihari's alleged interference.

DC Edit | Mideast Crisis Enters Homes

While India has faced oil shocks before, the present challenge is more complicated because it is accompanied by a failed monsoon caused by El Nin

Vijay Launches Nalam TN Health Portal

Tamil Nadu was a kingdom of love, he said, adding that medicine was not just science by a service to humanity. By speaking kindly to patients doc

FIFA WC LIVE: Yamal's Goal Disallowed; Spain Make World Cup History | FRA 0-2 ESP

France vs Spain LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE Updates: Spain are two goals up against France in the blockbuster World Cup semi-final encou

Three Policemen Arrested for Accepting Bribe in Bharuch

Bharuch, July 15: Three policemen stationed in Bharuch district, Gujarat, have been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) for allegedly ac

Governor Congratulates Indian Women Archers On World Cup Silver

In a message, the Governor said the trio's remarkable achievement was a matter of great pride for the nation.

Hyderabad DEO Releases Redrawn Assembly Constituency Correlation Maps to Assist Voters

Hyderabad DEO R.V. Karnan releases constituency correlation maps for voters ahead of the SIR process.

Phrase of the Day: Walking on Thin Ice- What does this English phrase mean? The expression we use when one wrong move could change everything

The phrase 'walking on thin ice' describes risky situations with serious potential consequences. This idiom originates from the literal image of

Devi Kar | How To Deal With Punishment In School, As Well As In Society At Large

I was extremely disturbed by the public reaction. Have we gone back to the days when punishment of criminals also served as entertainment? Acts l

SCR Conducts School Competitions On Hi-Tec City Amrit Station

Three winners will be selected in each of the competitions essay writing, drawing and painting from each school. A total of 36 students will re

Youth Congress Slams BJP's 'Silence' On NEET Leak, Demands Pradhan's Exit

Gowda accused the Centre and the National Testing Agency (NTA) of failing to ensure a fair and transparent examination process, forcing students

Rajendranagar Traffic Police Train School Bus Staff on Student Safety

Traffic police conducted a road safety awareness programme for school bus drivers and ayahs at Sri Vidyaranya International School.

'Farmers, Not Real Estate, Should Be Government's Priority': Vijayendra

Referring to the proposed second airport near Kanakapura, Vijayendra alleged that the government's priorities should not be tilted towards real e

Shikha Mukerjee | Amid UN Query, Can Govt Uphold Credibility Of SIR?

Why would clients come to the EC in future, from 141 countries for training of election officials, if it feels it is not answerable to the global