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Delhi court reserves verdict in National Herald case

After hearing the arguments of the Central agency as well as the proposed accused, including the Gandhis, Special Judge (PC Act) Vishal Gogne of the Rouse Avenue Courts listed the matter for pronouncing the order on July 29.

Jul 14, 2025

SC rejects plea challenging extension of ban on SIMI

In a notification issued on January 29, 2024, the Union Home Ministry had extended the ban on SIMI for five more years, referring to its involvement in "fomenting terrorism, disturbing peace and communal harmony, which are prejudicial to the sovereignty, security and integrity of India".

Jul 14, 2025

Who is Kavinder Gupta: J&K's ex-Dy CM appointed Ladakh's new LG

In a significant political development, veteran BJP leader and former Deputy Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Kavinder Bhushan Gupta, has been appointed as the new Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh.

Jul 14, 2025

Air India crash: Airlines check fuel locking mechanism in Boeing 787 aircraft

The AAIB report also said there was no "recommended action" for either Boeing, the maker of the aircraft, or GE, the engine manufacturer, at this time. Etihad Airways has now asked its engineers to inspect the locking mechanism of the fuel control switches in the B-787 aircraft, asking them to be careful while operating the switches.

Jul 14, 2025

"Nothing much govt can do" in stopping Kerala nurse's execution in Yemen

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene with Yemeni authorities. This involvement underscores the regional and national significance of the case, as well as the emotional and political pressures surrounding it.

Jul 14, 2025

Inclusivity and Traditional Indian Wisdom: A Blueprint for Eternal Prosperity

Just as Lord Krishna teaches in the Hindu scripture sacred book 'Shrimad Bhagavad Gita' that truth wears many faces, this wedding reminded the world that tradition can be expansive, not exclusive.

Jul 14, 2025

Mountains, Mindfulness & Milestones: Prof. Dr. Parin Somani Marks Birthday with Yoga, Purpose & Global Wisdom

My hope for everyone is to find time to rise above the noise, to give what only your heart can give, and to remember that success is what we awaken in others.

Jul 14, 2025

Ahmedabad police cracks down on Rs 100 crore waqf land scam linked to Salim Jumma Khan

Salim Jumma Khan, along with four others, was arrested by the Ahmedabad Police on April 20 in connection with this fraud. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) also took note of the case in May, launching its own investigation.

Jul 14, 2025

As astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla heads home, political class celebrates te proud moment

Shubhanshu Shukla's participation in the Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) made him the first Indian astronaut in 41 years to reach the ISS. His return journey will begin with undocking from the space station at 4:30 PM IST on July 14, with a scheduled splashdown in the Pacific Ocean off the California coast around 3:00 PM IST on July 15.

Jul 14, 2025

Dhoni's favourite Hummer gets military makeover, goes viral on social media

Videos of the revamped Hummer have gone viral across social media platforms. The vehicle now features striking artwork depicting fighter jets, tanks, aircraft, and Indian soldiers in action. The customisation was carried out by a Ranchi-based car detailing studio.

Jul 14, 2025

World's largest military exercise in Australia: 19 countries, 35,000 troops assemble

Deputy Commanding General US Army Pacific Lieutenant General Joel B. Vowell said that the Talisman Sabre 2025 is a "powerful demonstration of the combined strength, trust, interoperability, and readiness across the Indo-Pacific."

Jul 14, 2025

B Saroja Devi passes away: Rajinikanth, Khushbu Sundar, others mourn sad demise of legendary South actress

Saroja Devi began her film career at the age of 17 with the Kannada movie Mahakavi Kalidasa in 1955, a performance that earned her a National Award and marked the start of a remarkable journey. Hailed as Kannada cinema's first female superstar, she went on to become a towering presence in Indian cinema. Over the years, she appeared in more than 200 films across Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi languages.

Jul 14, 2025

US regulator FAA says Boeing's fuel control switches are safe

The FAA's notice, addressed to foreign civil aviation authorities on July 11, followed a preliminary investigation report on the AI171 crash, involving a Boeing 787-8, in which over 275 people were killed, including crew, passengers and people on the ground.

Jul 14, 2025

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge's aide arrested in Maharashtra drug trafficking case

The political landscape in Karnataka is further complicated by the recent arrest of three men in Thane, including Lingaraj Kanni, in connection with the possession of 120 bottles of banned Codeine syrup.

Jul 14, 2025

Jaishankar's Beijing visit: Strengthening SCO and bilateral ties

Upon his arrival in Beijing, Jaishankar engaged in high-level discussions, meeting with Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Secretary-General Nurlan Yermekbayev. The discussions focused on the SCO's growing importance in regional cooperation and ongoing efforts to modernize its operations. Jaishankar expressed his satisfaction with the meeting on social media, stating, "Glad to meet SCO SG Nurlan Yermekbayev in Beijing today.

Jul 14, 2025