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During its general body meeting, the civic body announced that the family of each deceased victim will receive Rs 10 lakh as financial assistance from PCMC, while each injured person will be provided Rs 1 lakh as immediate relief
The Pune Tourism Department has invited citizens, tourism enthusiasts, researchers, and organisations to share information about hidden and lesser-known tourist destinations across the district. The initiative aims to document, promote, and showcase Punes tourism potential
A man in his mid-20s was arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor girl, police said on Wednesday. Based on a complaint filed by the girl's family members, a case was registered against the accused under relevant sections of the POCSO Act
The woman's family alleged that she was strangled to death on July 7 after facing nearly a year of harassment over dowry. The police said a case has been registered and efforts are underway to arrest the accused. Further investigation is in progress
The project includes a six-lane elevated carriageway, an iconic cable-stayed bridge, an extradosed foot-over-bridge-cum-major bridge, loops, ramps, link roads and service roads. It will be developed under the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM)
Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has suspended two senior officials and ordered departmental inquiries over alleged negligence in the Moshi garbage depot tragedy that claimed nine contract workers' lives. The inquiry report has been sought within 15 days
Two people died after a fire broke out in a multi-storey residential building in Noida's Mamura village on Wednesday. Around 50 tenants were rescued safely. Police arrested the landlord, while investigators suspect an electric two-wheeler being charged may have sparked the blaze
The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has announced a one-day mass hunger strike at Jantar Mantar on Thursday in solidarity with activist Sonam Wangchuk and students, as the Ladakh-based activist completed the 18th day of his indefinite fast
Data from Congo's Ministry of Health showed that 753 patients are currently in isolation or receiving treatment at hospitals, while 366 people have recovered from the disease
A 27-year-old BTech graduate preparing for competitive examinations was found dead in his rented accommodation in Lucknow's Chinhat area. Police suspect suicide and have launched an investigation. The body has been sent for post-mortem, while forensic evidence has been collected
On World Youth Skills Day, we celebrate Assam's young minds who are turning ambition into achievement and powering the state's growth story, CM Sarma said
A Division Bench of Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyay and Justice Tejas Karia issued notices to the respondents after hearing preliminary submissions and listed the matter for further hearing on Thursday
More than 260 people were injured in the latest overnight US airstrikes on Iran, according to the country's Health Ministry. The strikes marked one of the deadliest recent escalations in tensions between the two nations amid the ongoing confrontation over control of the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
In an open letter addressed to the protesters, Tharoor said Parliament's Monsoon Session, beginning next week, would provide an opportunity to raise the concerns of students in the country's highest legislative forum
A mob attacked an Assam Rifles camp in Manipur's Senapati district, pelting stones and setting security vehicles on fire hours after a search operation near a designated NSCN (IM) camp. Security forces used tear gas and blank rounds to disperse the crowd, while officials said the situation is now under control.
Jaishankar is on a two-day visit to Belgium from July 14-15 to participate in the 3rd India-EU Trade and Technology Council meeting and interact with his EU and Belgian counterparts in Brussels
The petitioner has urged the court to direct the Union Government and the Delhi Government to ensure immediate medical treatment for Wangchuk, initiate dialogue over the issues raised during his protest and take all necessary steps to safeguard his life
Chidambaram also said any support to the new version of the failed Bill will be a betrayal of the NCP (SP) and DMK''s own conscience that guided them earlier
India said the Security Council had failed to intervene meaningfully in several major conflicts around the world, resulting in prolonged human suffering and diminishing trust in the United Nations
Donald Trump said US military operations would intensify over the coming days and suggested that key infrastructure could be targeted if diplomatic efforts fail
Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP) President Naveed Walter addressed the UN High-level Political Forum in New York, urging greater protection for Pakistan's religious minorities and other marginalised communities. He called for human rights to be placed at the centre of sustainable development and the implementation of the 2030 Agenda.
The Iranian Army also claimed that the latest operation was part of an ongoing military campaign against US bases in the region.
The Karnataka government has exonerated three senior IPS officers in the Chinnaswamy Stadium stampede case that claimed 11 lives during RCB's IPL victory celebrations in June 2025. The government closed departmental proceedings after finding no grounds to continue the disciplinary action, though one officer was issued a warning.
The complaint was filed by BJP Nagpur City Social Media Cell Convener Shishir Arun Tripathi
In another meeting, Goyal held talks with the European Commissioner for Climate, Net-Zero and Clean Growth, Wopke Hoekstra, focusing on enhancing cooperation in climate action, renewable energy and green technologies
The Supreme Court has directed that Muslims be provided a separate open space adjacent to the disputed Bhojshala site in Madhya Pradesh for Friday namaz between 1 pm and 3 pm. The court also barred the ASI from making structural changes without its approval and said it would hear the sensitive matter on a day-to-day basis.
The blackout on Tuesday was the third such incident in two weeks as a US oil embargo stresses the island's grid
A further eight runners, including an 86-year-old British man, needed medical treatment for minor injuries
When it comes to number crunching, we learn that more than 25,000 volunteers were part of planting 35 different indigenous species, aimed at enhancing urban greenery
The strait once saw a fifth of all oil and natural gas traded pass through it in peacetime
The convicted rapist was the leader of a group of nine men who groomed and sexually abused teenage girls
Whats it about a four-actor, one-apartment chamber drama that it seems an early entrant to the year-end US awards season, already?
Iran responded with attacks targeting Bahrain, Jordan, and three tankers that travelled through the strait
Discussions are moving forward despite strong objections from the Iran-backed Hezbollah group, which believes only Iranian pressure on Washington can secure an end to the war and Israeli withdrawal
US President Donald Trump said the Strait of Hormuz has reopened for global shipping under US military protection while announcing a full blockade on vessels sailing to Iranian ports or carrying Iranian cargo. He also proposed replacing a reimbursement fee with new Gulf trade and investment deals
One person was killed and six others were seriously injured after a private luxury bus carrying around 30 passengers overturned in Maharashtra's Nashik district. The accident occurred in Yeola taluka while the bus was travelling from Pune to Jalgaon. Police have launched an investigation
Nashik Police arrested four people, including a woman, for allegedly robbing a man of Rs 70 lakh by posing as police officers in the Panchavati area. During the operation, police seized Rs 82 lakh worth of cash, fake government IDs, a beacon-fitted car and suspected firearms
Nine people have been arrested after a 44-year-old woman tourist was allegedly molested and her family assaulted near Bhavali Dam in Nashik's Igatpuri. Police have registered offences of molestation, attempt to murder and dacoity, while more suspects have been identified through video footage
According to the ATS, the operation began at 7 am and was carried out with the assistance of Pune City Police, Pune Rural Police and Pimpri Chinchwad Police
The relaxation will apply on July 14, July 15 and July 19, when key FIFA World Cup fixtures are scheduled to be played late at night in India because of the time difference with the host country
Marathwada, which comprises the districts of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Jalna, Beed, Nanded, Hingoli, Dharashiv, Latur and Parbhani, has received 163.7 mm of rainfall against the seasonal average of 218.1 mm up to July 14
According to the DR Congo's latest official figures, the haemorrhagic fever has infected more than 1,960 people and killed over 700 since it was detected two months ago
The Karnataka government has allowed hotels and restaurants in Bengaluru to serve food until 3:30 am on July 14, 15 and 19 to facilitate late-night FIFA World Cup match screenings. The move, announced by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, follows a request from the NRAI
The Supreme Court Bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana made the observations while hearing a petition related to remarks allegedly made about persons with disabilities and rare genetic disorders
In a post on X, Yadav attacked the BJP on the Ram temple donation-theft issue, saying people should understand the criminology of the saffron party rather than what he termed the chronology of offerings, donations and contributions
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
The meeting, scheduled for 11 am, will focus on the issues the Congress plans to raise during the session and its broader parliamentary approach
The draft rolls in the two states were earlier scheduled to be published on July 21. Now, they will be published on July 31
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
Nine people have been detained in connection with the alleged assault, molestation and robbery of a tourist family at Bhavali Dam waterfall in Nashik's Igatpuri taluka. Police have registered a case under multiple provisions of the BNS, including dacoity and attempt to murder

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