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Donald Trump releases files alleging Chinese interference in US elections

According to Trump, the documents were compiled by the White House Government Transparency Task Force and reviewed with assistance from the Presidents Intelligence Advisory Board and senior intelligence officials

17 Jul 2026 10:04 am
Odisha govt says Puri Rath Yatra concluded without stampede

The Odisha government said the 2026 Puri Rath Yatra concluded peacefully despite continuous rain, with nearly 89 lakh devotees participating. It clarified that two devotees who died during the festival were not victims of a stampede or crowd management failure, adding that extensive safety and emergency arrangements were in place.

17 Jul 2026 9:34 am
Mid-Day Opinion: Lets ensure we keep beautified spaces... beautiful

Our primary goal as visitors should be to keep the surroundings as clean as possible

17 Jul 2026 9:25 am
Trump claims US is 'winning big' in Iran, says results will come soon

US President Donald Trump claimed the United States is winning big in Iran and said Americans would see the fruits of the ongoing military effort very, very shortly. Speaking during a primetime address, Trump also defended recent US military operations and described the American military as the world's most powerful force.

17 Jul 2026 9:19 am
US tightens visa rules for individuals connected to far-left terrorist groups

Addressing the ministerial in Washington, Rubio said the primary responsibility of any government was the protection of its people and country

17 Jul 2026 9:12 am
Iran strikes Bahrain-based US military targets after infrastructure attacks

The Iranian Army further warned that it would continue to respond to US military actions

17 Jul 2026 9:08 am
US ends sixth consecutive night of airstrikes on Iran

The US military''s Central Command said it hit dozens of targets in its latest airstrikes, which concluded at dawn Friday, the sixth night in a row of American attacks

17 Jul 2026 9:03 am
Trinamool Congress MP Rukmini Mallick steps down from Rajya Sabha

I do hereby resign from the membership of Rajya Sabha, which may please be accepted with immediate effect, she said in her resignation letter

17 Jul 2026 8:55 am
Supreme Court raises concerns over third language in Class XI curriculum

Union of India please dont have a third language from Std XI level. It would unnecessarily increase the stress level of students

17 Jul 2026 8:52 am
Delimitation row: Kharge asks Modi to hold all-party consultation

In his letter to the PM, Kharge said during March and April, he had been writing to Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju, requesting that the government convene an all-party meeting to discuss its proposals

17 Jul 2026 8:49 am
Teacher fired after assigning Islamic prayer as homework to Hindu student

DCP (Charminar Zone) Khare Kiran Prabhakar said that one female teacher assigned homework to the Std II students that everyone should read Kalma

17 Jul 2026 8:46 am
PM Modi to launch Indias first hydrogen-powered train from Jind today

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will attend the programme in Tikamgarh and participate in the inauguration ceremony of the railway station

17 Jul 2026 8:43 am
Mid-Day Opinion: Dont expect anything of Aamir Khan

Social media ranters are asking Aamir Khan why he has not supported Sonam Wangchuks cause. Other influencers are being questioned over their Meta glasses. Why do we expect them to care?

17 Jul 2026 8:40 am
Tragic fire at Algiers orphanage claims 11 lives

Ten of the injured suffered burns of varying severity, while emergency crews evacuated five people with disabilities from the orphanage to safety, the civil protection agency said

17 Jul 2026 8:33 am
Could birth control pills cause binge eating habit?

Women reported more emotional eating while taking active pills than while taking the inactive pills in the contraceptive pack

17 Jul 2026 8:31 am
Ukraine and Russia trade Black Sea strikes, global wheat prices climb

Russias said its forces hit a maritime vessel and a speedboat of the Ukrainian armed forces while they were en route to ports in the Odesa region

17 Jul 2026 8:22 am
Iran attacks Bahrain, Jordan and Kuwait following US strikes

Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks on Bahrain, Jordan and Kuwait

17 Jul 2026 8:18 am
NEET UG 2026: Over 11.21 lakh students qualify, women make up majority

According to the NTA stated that 138 candidates scored more than 690 marks out of 720, with over 93 per cent of them appearing for NEET UG for the first time

17 Jul 2026 12:18 am
Rath Yatra: One reportedly dead, several hurt in alleged stampede-like situation

One devotee was reportedly killed in an alleged stampede-like situation during the Puri Rath Yatra in Odisha. While officials are yet to confirm the death, eyewitnesses said dozens fell after a barricade collapsed or people lost balance, with around 200 devotees reportedly hospitalised

16 Jul 2026 8:40 pm
Navy to commission second Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare craft on July 22

The vessel has been constructed by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) in Kochi and represents India's focus on self-reliance in defence manufacturing under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, an official statement said on Thursday

16 Jul 2026 7:57 pm
Bulldozer justice: Supreme Court declines to entertain contempt petitions

The apex court declined to hear contempt petitions alleging violations of its 2024 demolition guidelines, directing aggrieved parties to approach the high courts concerned. It continued interim protection, asked high courts to examine factual disputes, and decide the matters preferably in 4 months

16 Jul 2026 6:19 pm
Ontario wildfires worsen air quality, force rail suspension in affected areas

On Wednesday, Toronto recorded the worst air quality among major cities globally. According to Environment Canada, the city's Air Quality Health Index reached the very high risk category

16 Jul 2026 5:59 pm
'Humanity must prevail': Omar Abdullah on Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike

The chief minister noted that Wangchuk has reportedly lost around 9 kg during the fast and said it was surprising that no attempt had been made by the government to appeal to him to end the protest

16 Jul 2026 5:07 pm
Youths questioned over alleged links with ISI-backed Shehzad Bhatti, Bishnoi

Urging citizens to place the nation above everything else, the police officer said that Bhatti is backed by Pakistan's ISI and appealed to people not to come under the influence of such individuals. All the youths who were questioned underwent counselling before being sent back to their parents

16 Jul 2026 5:02 pm
PM Modi to inaugurate, lay foundation stone for Rs 5470 crore projects in Punjab

Developed at a cost of around Rs 1,570 crore, the upgraded stations features modern passenger amenities while incorporating local culture, heritage and architecture under the theme 'Virasat Bhi, Vikas Bhi'

16 Jul 2026 4:21 pm
SC suggests introducing CBSE's third language in Class 5 or 6 instead of Class 9

The Supreme Court expressed concern over the introduction of a third language from Class 9 under the CBSE curriculum, saying it could increase students' stress levels. It was hearing a plea related to Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas in Tamil Nadu on Thursday

16 Jul 2026 4:05 pm
Karnataka Cabinet expansion gains pace as Congress leaders reach Delhi

Senior Congress MLA Ashok Pattan, a three-time legislator from Belagavi and a close associate of Siddharamaiah, expressed confidence that the expansion process would be commpleted soon

16 Jul 2026 2:25 pm
Telangana: Class 2 student asked to recite Kalma in Hyderabad school

Private school in Hyderabad terminated a teacher after a Class 2 student was allegedly asked to recite the Kalma as homework. The incident triggered protests by the child's parents and local residents, who demanded a police investigation and strict action against the school administration

16 Jul 2026 2:24 pm
BJP workers detained during protest outside Hyderabad school

BJP leaders, workers and parents staged a protest outside a private school in Hyderabad's Sayeedabad over allegations that a teacher assigned religious homework to Class 2 students

16 Jul 2026 2:20 pm
Sanjay Raut open to Delimitation Bill if Opposition amendments are accepted

Speaking to reporters in Nagpur ahead of the Shiv Sena (UBT)'s 'Ram Raksha Andolan' scheduled for July 18, Sanjay Raut said the Opposition INDIA bloc would take a collective decision once the legislation is formally introduced in Parliament

16 Jul 2026 1:27 pm
Amarnath Yatra: 5,201 pilgrims leave Jammu under tight security

The latest batch included 92 sadhus, nine sadhvis, 3,970 men, 1,124 women, five children and one transgender pilgrim. The devotees travelled in a convoy of 251 vehicles escorted by personnel from the CRPF and Jammu and Kashmir Police

16 Jul 2026 12:57 pm
Delhi HC orders daily medical checks for Sonam Wangchuk during hunger strike

A Division Bench comprising Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia passed the directions while disposing of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by Rakesh Kumar Sahni, who had expressed concern over Wangchuk's deteriorating health during the prolonged fast

16 Jul 2026 12:52 pm
Ketan Agarwal murder: FDA acts against accused Siya Goyals family shop

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration has issued a stop business notice to a spice and dry fruits shop owned by the family of Siya Goyal, one of the accused in the Ketan Agarwal murder case. Officials said the action followed alleged violations of mandatory provisions under the Food Safety and Standards Act.

16 Jul 2026 12:38 pm
Sonam Wangchuk enters Day 19 of hunger strike; loses 9 kg weight

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk entered the 19th day of his indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, with doctors warning of possible multi-organ complications. Having lost over 9 kg, Wangchuk has entered the second stage of prolonged starvation and remains under continuous medical monitoring

16 Jul 2026 12:25 pm
PM Narendra Modi wishes Kutchi community on Ashadhi Bij with heartfelt message

The Prime Minister's message underline the strong cultural identity of the Kutch community and acknowledged its presence across India and abroad, where its members continue to uphold their traditions and heritage

16 Jul 2026 12:14 pm
Dharmendra Pradhan offers prayers ahead of Puri Rath Yatra

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan visited the Jagannath Temple in Puri ahead of the annual Rath Yatra after seeking the blessings of Shankaracharya Swami Nischalananda Saraswati at Govardhana Peeth. He extended greetings to devotees as final preparations for the grand festival gathered pace

16 Jul 2026 11:13 am
Donald Trump unveils USD 1.5 trillion US military budget plan, says 'We need it'

Trump said his administration had already made a record investment in the US military and intends to further expand defence spending in the coming year

16 Jul 2026 10:34 am
JD Vance says Trump administration 'screwed up' Epstein files communication

Speaking during a lengthy podcast interview with Joe Rogan that was released on Wednesday, Vance said the administration failed to effectively communicate what information was available and what was not

16 Jul 2026 9:40 am
Report questions Trumps outreach to Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir

A Washington-based national security analyst has criticised US President Donald Trumps engagement with Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir, calling it dangerously short-sighted. The report argues the strategy strengthens Pakistans military establishment while overlooking regional instability, democratic concerns and strategic divergences.

16 Jul 2026 9:33 am
US Mint unveils $1 Trump coin for 250th Independence anniversary

The US Mint will strike a new $1 coin featuring President Donald Trump to mark 250 years of American independence. Announced by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, the commemorative coin bears Trumps portrait, patriotic inscriptions and an eagle design, though its release date and production details are yet to be revealed.

16 Jul 2026 9:29 am
Ukraine claims strike on 20 Russian vessels in Black Sea

Meanwhile, Russia attacked port infrastructure in Ukraines southern Odesa and Mykolaiv regions, local officials said on Wednesday

16 Jul 2026 9:19 am
Mid-Day Opinion: Ever thought about lensman Eagar?

While Sourav Ganguly, Kevin Pietersen, and Anjum Chopra get inducted into the Hall of Fame, the International Cricket Council must look beyond cricketers to be honoured in such a fashion

16 Jul 2026 9:16 am
Mid-Day Opinion: Dont sacrifice playgrounds to build parking lots

One exception, though, is the maidan/garden at Prabhadevi, which was dug up for the Siddhivinayak Metro station

16 Jul 2026 9:12 am
US steps up strikes on Iran; Hormuz tensions deepen

The US reimposed a naval blockade on Iran and launched a fresh wave of airstrikes after attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran threatened to halt energy exports from the Gulf, while missile alerts sounded in Bahrain and Kuwait and Jordan intercepted incoming missiles.

16 Jul 2026 8:58 am
Titan could become a future base for deep space exploration

Saturn's largest moon, Titan, is emerging as a prime target for future deep space exploration due to its dense atmosphere, methane-based weather cycle and complex organic chemistry. NASA's Dragonfly mission, scheduled to launch no earlier than 2028, aims to study the moon's potential for habitability

16 Jul 2026 8:55 am
New wearable patch helps users enter REM sleep faster

Researchers have developed a soft wearable patch called NEUSLeeP that combines gentle ultrasound and electrodes to improve REM sleep without medication or surgery. In an early study involving 28 participants, the device helped users enter REM sleep 43 minutes sooner and stay in it about 16 minutes longer.

16 Jul 2026 8:51 am
Trump announces plan to revive US shipbuilding and expand Navy

US President Donald Trump announced a plan to revive the country's shipbuilding industry by expanding naval production, rebuilding shipyards and partnering with foreign companies. The initiative includes new investments, expanded manufacturing and efforts to modernise the US Navy.

16 Jul 2026 8:49 am
US launches second wave of strikes on Iran; tensions escalate

The US launched a second wave of strikes targeting Iranian military capabilities linked to threats in the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran claimed retaliatory attacks on US military facilities in Bahrain and Jordan, further escalating regional tensions

16 Jul 2026 8:43 am
China floods kill 39, nine missing in Guangxi after torrential rain

Flooding triggered by torrential rains has killed 39 people and left nine missing in China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Authorities continue rescue efforts as heavy rainfall, swollen rivers and flood risks spread to other parts of the country under the impact of Typhoon Bavi.

16 Jul 2026 8:40 am
UK-India free trade pact takes effect with zero-duty export access

The UK-India Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) came into force on Wednesday, providing zero-duty market access for nearly 99 per cent of India's exports. The deal is expected to boost trade, support MSMEs, farmers and key sectors, while strengthening bilateral economic ties

16 Jul 2026 8:34 am