India's 72nd National Film Awards were announced in New Delhi, honoring the best of Indian cinema from 2024. Mammootty and Kartik Aaryan shared the Best Actor award for "Bramayugam" and "Chandu Champion" respectively, while Yami Gautam won Best Actress for "Article 370" 


72nd National Film Awards: Mammootty, Kartik aaryan share best actor

A roughly 3,500-kg cannon, nearly four centuries old, has vanished from the historic Narwar Fort in Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh — and the meticulous planning behind the theft has laid bare glaring gaps in security at the protected heritage site.


Cannon weighing 3.5 tonnes stolen in Madhya Pradesh

Named "Mission Aagaman" (Sanskrit for "Arrival"), this test flight marks the first time an Indian private company will attempt to place satellites into orbit using a launch vehicle designed and built entirely in the private sector.  


Vikram-1 set for historic maiden launch from Sriharikota 

In July 2026, families in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur district intensified a long-running protest against the Ken-Betwa River Linking Project and other associated irrigation schemes. 


Madhya Pradesh: Families stage dramatic week-long protests

Named "Mission Aagaman" (Sanskrit for "Arrival"), this test flight marks the first time an Indian private company will attempt to place satellites into orbit using a launch vehicle designed and built entirely in the private sector.  

Vikram-`1 set for maiden launch from Sriharikota

 India is facing its weakest monsoon start in nearly a quarter of a century, threatening crops, farmers, food production and bringing about fears of drought.  India experienced a rainfall deficit of around 23 per cent between June 1 and July 16, compared to the usual. At the same time, rainfall for the week of July 9 to 15 alone was 51 percent below normal. 

India's rainfall plunges to 24-year low, drought fears return, kharif crops in danger 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday launched a fierce attack on the AAP government in Punjab over law and order and several other issues, dubbing the ruling dispensation as a “Kattar Beiman” which neither has clean intentions, nor honesty.


PM Modi attacks AAP govt, targets Punjab's law & order

Political speculation has intensified in Maharashtra after two senior NCP (Sharad Pawar faction) leaders met Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, fueling fresh buzz over a possible political realignment. While neither side has confirmed any alliance talks, the meeting has sparked debate over the future of the NCP(SP) and its equations with the NDA ahead of key political developments.

Two top NCP (SP) leaders meet deputy CM Eknath Shinde 

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.

India's first private orbital rocket Vikram-1 set for July 18 launch

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.

New study shows acceleration in dementia due to exposure to pollution

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk is still on hunger strike, and a petition in the Delhi High Court is now asking for him to be force-fed. His lawyer warned he could die within two days without intervention. Since June 28, his weight has dropped and his BP is down. He’s demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resign over NEET exam irregularities. The court has asked the Centre to respond to the hospitalisation plea. Now it’s a fight about life, conscience, and whether someone will finally listen before it’s too late.


Sonam Wangchuk's health condition turns more 'critical'

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay has crafted a revolutionary political template for Indian politicians, blending high-tech campaigning with a grassroots celebrity following. This "Thalapathy Template" is being closely studied across India for its focus on replacing traditional, chaotic public marketing with organized, data-driven voter targeting and modern technology.

Unprecedented public engagement in Tamil Nadu under CM Vijay

A devotee died and more than 100 others reportedly fainted during the annual Jagannath Rath Yatra in Odisha's Puri after a temporary crowd surge. Officials said there was no stampede, adding that those who fell ill were rushed to hospitals for treatment. Authorities have launched an investigation as the incident raises fresh concerns over crowd management during one of India's largest religious festivals.

Puri Rath Yatra: One dead, over 100 devotees faint amid crowd surge

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay has crafted a revolutionary political template for Indian politicians, blending high-tech campaigning with a grassroots celebrity following. This "Thalapathy Template" is being closely studied across India for its focus on replacing traditional, chaotic public marketing with organized, data-driven voter targeting and modern technology.


TVK Vijay crafting template for politicians across Indians? 

India's space ambitions are facing a major setback; more than 100 scientists have reportedly resigned from isro in recent months, prompting the Indian government to step in with measures to slow the exodus.

Over 100 scientists quit, centre steps in: ISRO brain drain hits India's space ambitions 

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched its ₹60,000 crore data centre project in Telangana's Bharat Future City, marking one of India's largest digital infrastructure investments. The state government is also pushing AWS to raise its investment to ₹1 lakh crore as Telangana targets a $1 trillion economy by 2034.

AWS begins ₹60,000 crore data centre project in Telangana

TVK Vijay crafting template for politicians across Indians

The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) on Wednesday (15 July) rejected claims of a "sensitive data breach" at the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project (KKNPP), after reports emerged that a ransomware group had obtained confidential files from a contractor's server.


India probes Kudankulam nuclear plant 'data breach'

Data Leak Claim Targets Kudankulam Project

India hosted the BIMSTEC National Security Chiefs' Meeting in New Delhi, with National Security Adviser Ajit Doval chairing discussions involving security leaders from India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. The meeting focused on strengthening regional cooperation in maritime security, counterterrorism, intelligence sharing, cybersecurity, and supply chain resilience amid rising geopolitical tensions. 

NSA Ajit Doval chairs BIMSTEC national security chief meeting 

Former Union Minister M.J. Akbar has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "Indo-Brahmos Pacific Alliance" vision, describing it as a significant strategic approach for the Indo-Pacific region. His remarks have reignited debate over India's evolving foreign policy, regional partnerships and geopolitical strategy.

MJ Akbar praises PM Modi's 'Indo-Brahmos Pacific alliance' vision

Built at a cost of ₹6 crore, Nishatpura railway station in Bhopal remains deserted despite being completed in 2023. With no trains stopping, no staff on duty and no passengers, the station has earned a reputation as a "ghost station", raising serious questions about public spending and infrastructure planning.

Bhopal's Nishatpura railway station turns 'ghost station' 

Artificial intelligence is turning the images and voices of trusted political leaders in Southeast Asian countries such as Singapore, Indonesia, and the Philippines into powerful weapons for global scam syndicates. 

Asian scammers rip off millions using political leader's image

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