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A study shows that Mars might provide a supportive environment for microbes that will reach the Red Planet with the astronauts. They will become deadlier and even more pathogenic, spelling doom for humans hoping to live on Mars one day.

A 22-year-old law student succumbed to her injuries after battling for life for over 48 hours following an alleged stabbing by the brother of a man whose marriage proposal she had rejected after ending their relationship. The shocking attack took place in Kodihalli, HAL 3rd Stage, on July 13. The deceased, Amrutha R, was a resident of 15th Main, 9th Cross, Kodihalli. She was attacked on the evening of July 13 and died at a private hospital on July 15. Amrutha was a fourth-year law student and also worked part-time at a pizza outlet. Her father is a businessman, while mother a beautician.

A 22-year-old law student succumbed to her injuries after battling for life for over 48 hours following an alleged stabbing by the brother of a man whose marriage proposal she had rejected after ending their relationship. The shocking attack took place in Kodihalli, HAL 3rd Stage, on July 13. The deceased, Amrutha R, was a resident of 15th Main, 9th Cross, Kodihalli. She was attacked on the evening of July 13 and died at a private hospital on July 15. Amrutha was a fourth-year law student and also worked part-time at a pizza outlet. Her father is a businessman, while mother a beautician.

Senior TMC leader Madan Mitra dismissed allegations that fear of the Enforcement Directorate prompted his exit, saying political differences and dissatisfaction with the party's leadership led him to join the Ritabrata Banerjee-led rebel faction.

To counter Chief Minister Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), which heavily capitalized on the youth and first-time voter demographic, the DMK is undertaking a massive organizational restructuring. The party is implementing a 50:50 formula that will create new positions to give equal representation to Gen Z and Youth Wing functionaries alongside senior veterans.

India is set to mark a major milestone in its private space journey as Skyroot Aerospace prepares to launch Vikram-1, the country's first privately developed orbital-class rocket, on July 18, 2026. The launch is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota, marking a significant step for India's commercial space sector.

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey finally arrived in cinemas, and fans are already raving about the epic spectacle. Netizens on X praised its visuals, performances, and grand storytelling, calling it absolute cinema.

Pele's iconic 1958 FIFA World Cup final jersey has sold for USD 4.9 million at a US auction, making it the second most expensive sports jersey ever auctioned.

It is one of the most advanced naval helicopters in the world as it is capable of anti-submarine warfare (ASW), anti-surface warfare (ASuW), surveillance, search and rescue, and maritime support.

Russian jets use passive IRST domes to track heat without emitting radar. US stealth fighters avoid these reflecting domes, using flush sensors to protect their radar cross-section.

Evil Dead Burn showcased the gruesome tale of Deadites and how the survivor makes a desperate attempt to stop the evil. But, with two post-credit scenes, the film makes it very clear that the nightmare is far from over.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay’s "Thai Maman Gold Ring Scheme" (offering a one-gram gold ring to babies born in government hospitals) faces flak due to massive fiscal concerns. Critics and political allies, including the VCK, argue the scheme’s annual ₹755 crore budget is financially unfeasible given the state's existing debt, questioning if the funds could better serve other public infrastructure and healthcare priorities.

A nearly 400-million-year-old crater has been discovered in Canada in an extremely rugged terrain that was extremely hard to reach. Scientists have confirmed that it is a meteor crash site, first seen on Google Maps by an amateur astronomer.

Priyadarshan’s upcoming Hindi film is "Haiwaan," a dark, high-octane suspense thriller releasing in theaters worldwide on September 11, 2026. The film is an official Hindi adaptation of the acclaimed 2016 Malayalam thriller Oppam.

Kerala has unveiled a new Vigilance Manual for the first time in 24 years, introducing digital bribery traps, cyber evidence protocols, benami asset investigations, and technology-driven probes to combat evolving forms of corruption. Officials say the updated framework will strengthen the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) and support the state's anti-corruption mission under Project Zero.

Chennai Police are probing an alleged conspiracy dubbed "Project Meghalaya", involving claims that TVK MLAs were offered huge sums to defy the party whip during an Assembly vote. The complaint, filed by TVK MLA N. Elaiyaraja, alleges a ₹35 crore bribe offer by YouTuber Thirunavukkarasu and others in an attempt to destabilise the Vijay-led government. A senior television journalist has also been questioned as part of the investigation.

India is facing a growing dementia burden, with an estimated 8.8 million people aged 60 and above living with the condition. Health experts warn the figure could double by 2036, driven by an ageing population and increasing exposure to air pollution. The World Health Organization (WHO) and recent studies have highlighted pollution as a major risk factor, raising concerns over the country's preparedness to tackle the rising public health challenge.

An air quality alert was issued across the northeastern United States, including New York and New Jersey, due to smoke drifting from Canadian wildfires. The haze blanketed the area just days ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, scheduled at MetLife Stadium.

The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested five suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) operatives from different districts, uncovering an alleged plot to build a time bomb. Investigators say one accused had advanced knowledge of explosives, while the module was reportedly receiving financial support from handlers in Pakistan.