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One dead, 17 taken ill after consuming adulterated toddy in Hyderabad

The affected persons, including four women, were admitted to three different hospitals overnight, and the condition of one of them is stated to be critical. Officials said 15 people were shifted to Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), two to Gandhi Hospital, and one to Prathima Hospital.

Jul 9, 2025

Trump doubles down on 10 per cent tariff for BRICS; threatens 200 per cent tariff on pharma

Speaking to reporters as he presided over a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday, Trump said: "Anybody that's in BRICS is getting a 10 per cent charge" -- and that would include India.

Jul 9, 2025

Amid Gaza ceasefire talks, Trump and Netanyahu meet in Washington for second time

Earlier on Tuesday, Netanyahu met US Vice President J.D. Vance. He also met with Trump for several hours during a dinner at the White House on Monday. It marks Netanyahu's third state visit to the US since Trump's second term.

Jul 9, 2025

Death toll in US Texas flash floods climbs to 109; over 160 missing

Texas Governor Greg Abbott told a news briefing on Tuesday afternoon that at least 161 people are known to be missing after the deadly flooding, noting that searches will persist throughout the Guadalupe River system in the hope of locating anyone else.

Jul 9, 2025

MNS' 2024 rout: Rhetoric roared, votes vanished

Despite Raj Thackeray's efforts to reposition the MNS around Hindutva and civic issues, voters appeared unconvinced. The party contested 125 seats across the state but failed to win a single constituency - its worst performance since its formation in 2006.

Jul 9, 2025

Delhi Police Solve Fake ED Raid Heist Swiftly

Delhi Police bust fake ED raid heist; recover Rs 30 lakhs in 48 hours

The sequence of events began on July 2, when Anil Tiwari, the Assistant Manager at Exclusive Motors Pvt Ltd—a dealership known for its high-end vehicles like Bentley—was abducted near the Hungarian Embassy. Two men, one dressed as a policeman, approached Tiwari, claiming he was under arrest in connection with an ED case.

Jul 8, 2025

Modi's Diplomatic Engagements at BRICS Summit in Brazil

PM Modi shares diplomatic engagements at BRICS Summit in Brazil

The interactions at the BRICS Summit and the subsequent state visit to Brazil reflect India's strategic approach to international relations, emphasizing the importance of multilateralism, economic cooperation, and cultural exchange.

Jul 8, 2025

India-UAE naval ties deepen in strategic Indian Ocean

Maj Gen Alremeithi's visit commenced with a solemn tribute at the National War Memorial in Delhi on July 8, where he laid a wreath in honor of Indian soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the nation. This gesture was followed by a ceremonial Guard of Honour at South Block, marking the formal commencement of high-level engagements.

Jul 8, 2025

Woman, infant murdered in Delhi; suspect on run

The police said that Sonal had recently moved in with Rashmi after parting ways with her boyfriend Nikhil, with whom she had been in a live-in relationship.

Jul 8, 2025

Govt says there's no directive to block Reuters X handle in India

No fresh order to block Reuters' account: Govt rejects X claims

After the Reuters account was withheld earlier this month, the government, in fact, continuously engaged with X to unblock it. After a lot of follow-ups, X finally unblocked Reuters and other URLs on July 6.

Jul 8, 2025

End of DPAP? Azad withdraws from active politics amid mass defections

Former Chief Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad has effectively withdrawn from active politics without officially disbanding his Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP).

Jul 8, 2025

Air India 171 Crash: AAIB's Preliminary Report Insights

Air India 171 crash: AAIB's preliminary report submitted; see insights

The investigation into this tragic event commenced immediately on June 12, led by a multi-disciplinary team from the AAIB. The team was tasked with uncovering the causes behind the crash, and the investigation was ordered by the Director General of the AAIB. The probe has been a collaborative effort, involving technical experts from the Indian Air Force,

Jul 8, 2025

Haj 2026 application process to end on July 31: Ministry of Minority Affairs

The Ministry of Minority Affairs said on Tuesday that applications for Haj 2026 can be filed by pilgrims through the online Haj Application Form till July 31.The process for registration for the Haj 2026 pilgrimage was opened by Haj Committee of India, under the Ministry of Minority Affairs.

Jul 8, 2025

Karnataka civic workers protest for long-pending reforms; go on mass leave

The protest, organized by the Karnataka State City Corporation Employees' Associations and the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike Officers and Employees Welfare Association, highlights the growing frustration among civic workers over unfulfilled promises and stagnant reforms.

Jul 8, 2025

Raipur-bound IndiGo flight develops 'technical snag', passengers safe

The pilot immediately contacted Indore Air Traffic Control (ATC) after receiving false technical alarms in the cockpit and sought permission to return.

Jul 8, 2025