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EC has unleashed chaos, absolute mayhem: Congress slams poll body on SIR

The Election Commission has unleashed chaos and absolute mayhem that is sparing nobody, the Congress leader said

Which States have banned cow slaughter in India?

The slaughter, processing, and transport of bovine animals is governed by differing state legislation.

Passengers Faint Due to AC Failure on Mumbai Local Train

Mumbai, July 13: Passengers faced significant distress on platform number 2 of Mulund railway station when the air conditioning system of an AC l

Restraining access of minors to online porn is of paramount public importance: SC

Supreme Court turns PIL to frame a national policy to restrict access to porn into a representation to the government; court notes petitioners ar

Can Kerala donate an elephant to Karnataka? Elephant transfer rules explained

The Captive Elephant (Transfer or Transport) Rules, 2024, which were published by the Ministry on February 24, 2024, put in place the provisions

Body matching description of Shabad killer found on Kothur road

The identity of the deceased is yet to be officially confirmed through forensic and other procedures

Security guard arrested for sexual assault of seven-year-old girl in Mumbai

A crowd gathered outside the police station to protest the incident, which led to a road blockade

Poompuhar to launch gifting, export initiatives; collaborate with Reliance for sale of crafts by T.N. artisans

Poompuhar is collaborating with Reliance Retail, which will procure handicraft products and showcase across its retail outlets. Poompuhar is maki

Gunmen open fire after a funeral in Nigeria, killing 8

Amnesty International Nigeria said at least 10 people were killed. Police in Nigeria often report more conservative casualty figures

Startup news and updates: daily roundup (July 13, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Monday, July 13, 2026.

How airline credit cards became more profitable than flying

Ask most people what business Delta Air Lines is in, and they'll say the obvious thing: flying planes. That answer is increasingly incomplete.

Arkam Ventures Announces Vishnuhari Pareek as its Chief Financial Officer, Strengthens Leadership Team

Arkam Ventures Announces Vishnuhari Pareek as its Chief Financial Officer, Strengthens Leadership Team

Sam Neill, Jurassic Park actor, dies 'unexpectedly' at 78

New Zealand actor Sam Neill achieved international fame playing Dr. Alan Grant in the 1993 film Jurassic Park. But his career included many other

Kerala HC allows KAAPA accused BJP councillor R. Sugathan to take oath in Viyyur jail

Sugathan is among 20 BJP councillors directed by High Court to retake oaths after they had violated procedure during original ceremony by using n

History in the Making: Emirati Teenager Fatima Al Awadhi Sets Sights on Lenin Peak in Pursuit of Conquering the Seven Summits

Looking ahead, Fatimas sights are firmly set on breaking the regional record, while she aims to also conquer Mount Everest and Lhotse in a double

A landmark Rabindranath Tagore exhibition is on in Moscow nearly a century after his visit

The World in a Single Nest: Following the Way of Tagore, on view at GES-2 House of Culture, explores Rabindranath Tagores radical ideas on educat

Ex-BKTC Employee Arrested in Badrinath Temple Donation Scam

Suspended temple committee employee held over alleged embezzlement of offerings as police probe irregularities in donation management.

India Must Build Resilient Software And Hardware Systems To Withstand Cyber Threats: MeitY Secretary

We have to ensure that overall digital governance, including AI governance, accords due primacy to both cyber security and operational resilience

Baruipur rape-murder: CPI(M) leader, held for violence, says police action 'politically motivated'

Mr. Ali is the first political leader to be arrested in connection with the violence that broke out in the locality in South 24 Pargana districts

Yastika Bhatia makes history with first Test century at Lord's

Cricketer Yastika Bhatia is being celebrated in India after she became the first woman to score a century at a Test match, at the Lord's stadium

Governor suspends public service commission chief, seeks SC probe into his daughters' appointments

Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot suspended KPSC chairman Shivashankrappa S. Sahukar. He faces allegations of abusing his office to appoint

Jr NTRs Team Dismisses Political Entry Rumors, Clarifies July 18 Event

Ooru Vaada to be a social initiative, not a political announcement

Investigation team on Ram Mandir donation fraud to visit Ayodhya soon, SC to hear plea on central probe

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the alleged embezzlement of donation money at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir in Ayodhya is likely to

Vietnam Boat Tragedy: 15 Indians Killed to Be Repatriated; 16 Survivors Returning Hom

The remains of the Indian tourists killed in the speedboat accident in Vietnam are set to arrive in Mumbai.

Ex-TMC MLA's son held on cheating, extortion charges

Eggs were hurled at Tirthankar Ghosh when he was taken to the Barrackpore court

FIFA WC 2026: Haaland Bids Emotional Goodbye To USA After Norway's QF Exit

Norway's historic campaign ended with a 2-1 defeat to England in the quarterfinals

Uddhav backs CJP and Sonam Wangchuk's protest, urges activist to end fast

Uddhav appealed to Mr. Wangchuk to withdraw his hunger strike, saying his life is precious to the country, as the government doesn't seem to care

Baruipur Rape Case: After Accused's 'Encounter', Locals Say 'Truth Being Buried'

Locals accused Shantanu Mandal, a local BJP functionary, of trying to shield the prime accused who was later killed.

Why Winemaking Meant As Much To Sam Neill As Acting

Sam Neill often emphasised that winemaking was far more than a side project. It remained a central part of his identity for over 30 years.

Centre Reviews WhatsApp, Telegram Replies On Usernames, Uniform Rules Likely

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) had earlier issued notices to WhatsApp, Telegram and Signal after raising concerns

MAXPO to Convene Over 500 GCC Leaders, 200 Global Enterprises and 30 Industry Experts at GCC Summit 2026 Bengaluru on July 15

GCC Summit 2026 Bengaluru on 15 July 2026 at the Sheraton Brigade Gateway Yeshwantpur Bengaluru, bringing together more than 500 delegates, 200+

'It's a gold-plated trap': CA's viral post says Gurgaon's Rs 2-lakh EMI homes are just an illusion of wealth created for neighbours

A chartered accountant highlighted Gurgaon's luxury lifestyle as debt-driven. High-earning professionals face large EMIs, trapping them in dislik

West Bengal announces Rs 5 lakh grant for 60 Rath Yatra committees

The West Bengal government will offer financial aid to sixty Rath Yatra committees. Each committee will receive five lakh rupees ahead of the fes

Google Pixel 11 leaks: Price, battery, storage, design, Gemini AI features and all the biggest upgrades

Google Pixel 11: Google's upcoming Pixel 11 smartphones may launch without a 128GB storage option, according to recent leaks. Instead, the new li

Sam Neill net worth: From Hollywood blockbusters to vineyards, how he built his fortune

Sam Neill, known for Jurassic Park, passed away Monday in Sydney. His family confirmed the sudden and unexpected loss at seventy-eight years old.

After Phone Goes Missing, National Award-Winning Farmer Loses Rs 83,000

Despite running from pillar to post for over three and a half months, approaching the police station, the Cyber Crime Department, and bank author

Thief Showing Remorse: Kc Venugopal Over RSS Grief on Ram Temple Theft

If the very people who plundered temple wealth say they regret it, does that close the issue? Isn't this an assault on faith itself? KC Venugopal

Nag Ashwin Urges People to Read Mahabharata

Nag Ashwins reply has once again triggered discussions among mythology enthusiasts.

Nainar Nagenthran condemns TVK-led government over police assault on Ariyalur schoolgirls

The BJP leader sought legal action against police officers over the assault of the students.

Ayodhya Ram Mandir Trust opens applications for CEO post amid donation row, sets July 18 as deadline

The Ram Temple Trust is actively seeking a chief executive officer to oversee temple management. Interested candidates must submit their applicat

Times Have Changed: Supreme Court On Professor's Plea In Student Suicide Case

Supreme Court On Student Suicide Case: Times have changed. A teacher must realise the consequences of humiliating a student, the top court assert

Quote of the day by Franklin Graham, 'God's word is the same, yesterday and today and a million years from now' is a life lesson on faith, hope, trust in modern life that comes with countless choices, complex ethical questions

Quote of the day by Franklin Graham expresses the belief that divine truth remains constant despite the changing nature of human society. For Chr

Naidu Launches Dhavaleswaram Barrage Gate Modernisation Works

New gates to be installed as per CWC guidelines; officials told to complete work by June next year

'People's mandate cannot be defeated': Kerala HC orders oath ceremony for detained BJP councillor inside prison

KEA Recruitment 2026: Apply Online For 4,723 Government Vacancies In Karnataka

KEA Recruitment 2026 registration has started for 4,723 government vacancies in Karnataka. Applicants can now submit their applications through t

RGIA Ranked World's 4th Most Family-Friendly Airport

RGIA is also among the only two Indian airports to feature in this prestigious global ranking

Floods and landslides wreak havoc across Bangladesh

At least 51 people have died and more than one million have been stranded after days of torrential monsoon rain triggered floods and landslides a

CCTV Shows Woman Slapping Man Who Sexually Harassed Her On Bus In Madhya Pradesh

The woman immediately confronted the man and slapped him, as seen in the CCTV footage that has since been widely shared online.

Anthropic Pushes Australia to Ease Copyright Rules as Investment Plans Grow

Amodei met Australia's Treasurer Jim Chalmers in April to discuss plans to enter the Australian market, including building data centres

Portuguese Proverb of the Day: Whoever wants everything loses... A powerful life lesson on why chasing more can make you lose what truly matters

Best Portuguese proverb of the day: A Portuguese proverb teaches that wanting everything leads to losing it all. Excessive greed and impatience c

Parents Fly From Bengaluru To Canada To Surprise Pregnant Daughter, Emotional Reunion Wins Hearts Online

The emotional post resonated with many people, especially those living away from their families.

Vijay's Jana Nayagan Set for Uncut Release in the UK

This uncut version will showcase all the action and commercial mass elements exactly as the director intended.

Volkswagen CEO threatens 50,000 more job cuts in memo to staff

Volkswagen's CEO indicated potential for 50,000 more job cuts. This move aims to match competitor cost structures. The company already agreed to

US-Iran War Live Updates: US, Iran Both Claim Control Of Strait Of Hormuz As Tensions Escalate

US-Iran War Live Updates: The flare-up is the latest to undermine an interim agreement between Washington and Tehran aimed at ending their war, w

Foreign Selling In Indian Markets Over? GS Sees FIIs Return Post Record Exodus

Goldman Sachs has flagged ultra-light foreign positioning and a $2 billion reversal since mid-June as signs the worst of the outflow cycle has pa

SC Declines Plea Seeking Enforcement of Anti-slaughter Laws to Protect Cows

The petitioner's counsel argued that a 2005 Supreme Court ruling regarding the slaughter of animals was not being implemented by the authorities

India's Finest. World's Best. The Leela Ranked the World's #2 Best Hotel Brand in the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards 2026 Survey

India's Finest. World's Best. The Leela Ranked the World's #2 Best Hotel Brand in the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards 2026 Survey

92 Lakh Women Dropped From Maharashtra's 'Ladki Bahin' Scheme, Most In Beed

Additionally, around 14,000 men attempted to avail themselves of the scheme's benefits and were consequently removed from the list.

Son Axes Father to Death in Bhupalpally

Incident reported from Mahabubpalli village in Mahamuttharam mandal

CBI Files Report, Rules Out Criminal Negligence By Officials In 2024 Coaching Centre Deaths

CBI's supplementary report finds negligence by 2 more MCD officials in Rau's IAS basement deaths but clears senior officers, no chargesheet filed

Telangana Farmers Hold 'Frog Ceremony' For Rain Amid Monsoon Deficit

From June 1 to July 10, Telangana recorded a seasonal rainfall deficit of about 19%, with many districts experiencing deficient rainfall.

Anaplasmosis, a new tick-borne disease is rising in Canada and heres why doctors are concerned

Anaplasmosis, a bacterial infection spread by ticks, is increasingly concerning Canadians. This illness primarily affects white blood cells and c

Kaleshwaram row intensifies as Congress, BRS trade charges over lifting floodwaters amid dry spell

Even as the political exchanges intensified, the central technical disagreement remained unresolved

Coriander Futures Decline on Weak Spot Demand

Market analysts said subdued spot demand and profit-booking by speculators weighed on coriander futures prices.

Uddhav Thackeray backs CJP and Sonam Wangchuk's protest, urges activist to end fast

Uddhav Thackeray supports the Cockroach Janta Party's protest regarding exam irregularities. He urged Rahul Gandhi to also back the ongoing agita

J&K Court Sends 3 Publishers to 10-Day Police Custody in Book Case

Counter-Intelligence probe intensifies over school library books allegedly containing separatist content as the administration expands its review

Quote of the day by Sam Neill: 'There is only one you...' Why accepting yourself exactly as you are could be the greatest gift you ever give yourself

Quote of the day by Sam Neill: Actor Sam Neill's quote celebrates individuality and encourages self-acceptance. Drawn from his memoir, which he w

Odisha Man Dies After Wife Hits Him On Head With Mobile During Fight

Reports suggest that an argument broke out between the husband and wife at their residence on Saturday. During the altercation, the wife allegedl

Outrage over Rudrabhishek Puja in train saloon coach: The ill-informed public vs private space debate and truth about safety hazard argument

In response to Zubairs post, Northern Railway issued a clarification. It said that the Rudrabhishek puja ceremony was not performed in a regular

Best Italian proverb of the day: Not all doughnuts come out with a hole. A timeless lesson on embracing imperfections

Best Italian proverb of the day: An Italian proverb teaches that not all efforts yield perfect results. It encourages acceptance of mistakes and

She did an MBA in US, acted with Amitabh Bachchan, and left an Anil Kapoor film for marriage, now runs a Rs 120 crore chicken business empire

Perizaad Zorabian transitioned from acting to leading a large poultry business. She chose family and business over film offers and marriage. Zora

Doors For Suryakumar Yadav To Indian Side Still Open: Report

Suryakumar, who led India to the 2026 T20 World Cup title, has been stripped of the T20I captaincy and dropped from the squad following a lean pa

SC seeks HD Revanna's reply on Karnataka govt's plea against HC order dropping Section 354 charge

The Supreme Court will review a plea from Karnataka challenging a high court decision. This decision had previously quashed a charge against JD(S

Partial Lockdown in Srinagar as Authorities Block Martyrs' Day Observance

Security forces seal roads to the Mazar-e-Shuhada, preventing political leaders and the public from marking the July 13 commemoration.

Former Deputy Superintendent Found Dead in Jharkhand Well

Udaipur, July 13: A shocking incident unfolded in Giridih, Jharkhand, on Monday when the body of Dr. B.N. Jha, the former Deputy Superintendent o

Opinion: Opinion | India Has A New Headache: Pak's Closest Ally May Soon Get American Fighter Jets

In a complete and stunning policy reversal, Trump has decided to sell America's F-35 jets to Turkey. That could be a big headache for India.

Psychology says people generally don't believe astrology predicts the future, they believe it helps them understand themselves

Astrology offers millions a path for self-reflection and understanding their personalities. Psychological effects like the Barnum Effect make gen

'Exercise of right to self-defense': Baghaei condemns UN criticism of Irans strikes on Gulf states

Yoga Guru Ramdev's No Need To Fear Hindu Rashtra Comment Sparks Row

The 60-year-old yoga guru, who has built an empire out of mass yoga camps and ayurvedic products, claimed in a sweeping statement that our ancest

Suspended Badrinath Temple Body Staffer Arrested For Donation Irregularities

The Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee inquiry committee found the allegations of donation mishandling against Nautiyal to be prima facie

Telangana cancels car vehicle registration for a year after minor drives on busy road

Transport department cancelled 4,070 vehicle registrations across Telangana during the last financial year for allowing minors to drive

KVAFSU unveils statue of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar in campus in Bidar, holds seminar on his ideals

Vice-Chancellor K.C. Veeranna says Ambedkars ideals of equality, education and social justice remain relevant for nation-building

Raj Kumar Reportedly Spotted in Suryapet; Hunt Intensifies

Acting on the tip-off, the Suryapet Superintendent of Police immediately alerted local police teams, which launched a search operation to trace a

Neither fish nor fowl | Review of Daisy Rockwells Mixed Metaphors

Rockwells book is a playful exploration of the art of translation and its attendant weirdness

Best Mexican proverb of the day: Don't look a gift horse in the mouth. A timeless lesson on gratitude and appreciation

Best Mexican Proverb of the Day: The Mexican proverb Don't Look a Gift Horse in the Mouth teaches gratitude. It encourages accepting gifts and op

Kerala govt not seeking confrontation with HC, but needs more freedom to function: Devaswom Minister

Referring to Sabarimala gold theft case, K. Muraleedharan says Kerala government is unable to take any further steps as High Court had entrusted

Church Destroyed, Houses Damaged: Arunachal's Kurung Kumey District Flooded

Flash floods caused by monsoon rains inundate Parsi Parlo, damaging homes and bridges.

Blocked Door, People On Fire: Witnesses Recount Bangkok Club Blaze Horror

Footage posted on social media showed panicked customers -- some with their clothes and hair on fire -- screaming as they fled through the flame-

India's monsoon slips back into dry phase, pushing rainfall deficit up to 18%

India's monsoon has weakened, increasing the rainfall deficit to eighteen percent. This dry spell threatens kharif sowing momentum, impacting agr

Tambaram police arrest two persons after seizing 1,100 banned tablets, 5 kg ganja

The Tambaram City Police appealed to the public to share information on drug trafficking and illegal narcotics activities.