Govt calls all-party meeting on July 19 ahead of stormy Monsoon Session
The Union government has convened an all-party meeting on July 19, a day before the Monsoon Session of Parliament begins. The meeting aims to discuss the legislative agenda and ensure smooth functioning, while the opposition plans to corner the government on issues like the NEET paper leak and border security.
IMD Issues Heavy Rain and Storm Alert for 17 States, Including UP, Delhi, and Bihar, on July 13
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rain and thunderstorm alert for 17 states, including Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, and Bihar, for July 13. High-speed winds reaching up to 85 kmph are expected, prompting warnings for potential damage, uprooted trees, hail, and lightning across vulnerable regions.
Mumbai’s Taj Mahal Palace Hotel Receives Bomb Threat, Search Operation Launched
The iconic Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in Mumbai was placed on high alert after an unidentified caller claimed that underworld don Dawood Ibrahim had planted a bomb on the premises. Security agencies conducted an extensive search operation, but no suspicious objects were found, leading authorities to declare it a hoax.
No Evidence Behind E20 Fuel Damage Rumors, Dealers Received Zero Written Complaints: FADA
The Federation of Automobile Dealers Association (FADA) has stated that not a single written complaint regarding engine damage from E20 petrol has been received by dealers across India. The body is now launching a nationwide campaign to clear misconceptions and reassure customers about the fuel's safety.
India Opposes US Plan for 12.5% Tariff, Calls for Bilateral Talks to Resolve Trade Disputes
India has strongly rejected the United States' proposal to impose a 12.5% additional import tariff, urging Washington to resolve trade disputes through bilateral dialogue rather than unilateral action. New Delhi questioned the methodology of the US report, pointing out inconsistencies and a complete lack of evidence linking Indian policies to
Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Lands Worth Billions Encroached Across India; Tenants Paying Just ₹10 to ₹50 Rent
A major irregularity has surfaced regarding the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) properties, with lands worth billions encroached upon across several states over the past decade. Hundreds of properties are occupied by tenants paying nominal monthly rents of ₹10 to ₹50, with many stopping payments altogether after their leases expired.
IMD issues high monsoon alert for 22 states; flash flood warning in Uttarakhand and Himachal
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a high alert across a major portion of the country due to an intensely active southwest monsoon. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is predicted for northern, eastern, and northeastern states until July 16, with flash flood warnings issued for multiple vulnerable districts.
UP Govt to Give Rs 1 Lakh Subsidy to Kailash Mansarovar Pilgrims; Online Applications Open
The Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh has launched an online process to provide a Rs 1 lakh grant to native residents who complete the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. Eligible pilgrims must apply on the Religious Affairs Department website within 90 days of completing their journey with necessary documents.
600-Strong Mob Sets Houses Ablaze in Manipur; Security Forces Intervene
A mob of around 600 people targeted empty Meitei houses in Manipur's Kanto Sabal on July 11 morning. Security forces prevented a major communal clash by dispersing the crowd with tear gas and smoke bombs. Meanwhile, a massive search operation is underway in Ukhrul to catch militants who killed two
Ayodhya Ram Mandir Donation Theft: From ₹2,000 to ₹3 Lakh Daily, Accused Reveal Modus Operandi During Police Remand
Three accused in the Ram Mandir donation theft case—Karunesh Pandey, Lavkush Tiwari, and Anukalp Mishra—have made shocking disclosures during police remand. Starting with just ₹2,000, their daily thefts scaled up to ₹3 lakh. The accused hid the stolen cash in pockets, socks, and a bathroom sewer trench.
