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Cabinet concerned over severe shortfall in the rainfall in monsoon

Mr. Modi says had “Hormuz” situation occurred before 2014, the Indian Railways would have come to a standstill as trains in most of the country ran solely on diesel; he points out that nearly 99% of India’s railway network has been electrified in the last 12 years; PM lashes out at AAP leaders for indulging in ‘extortion, illegal collection, and unauthorised possessions’ as part of their political culture

Orders railway to pay ₹8 lakh compensation to a woman whose husband died after falling from a moving train in November 2015.

Apple has reclaimed its position as the world's most valuable company. This shift reflects investor focus moving beyond initial AI hardware gains. Investors are now prioritizing memory chips and data center infrastructure development. Nvidia experienced a significant stock price decline, losing its top valuation. Apple's recent surge is attributed to its consumer ecosystem and AI advancements.

According to a senior office bearer of the BJP privy to the matter, the BJP high command is very clear that it does not want any insecurity among its current allies — Shinde-led Shiv Sena and the NCP — on their position within the NDA bloc

Vikram-1’s flight sequence, from lift-off to orbit injection, will cover 14 phases, and the total duration of the flight will be 15.46 minutes

The Leader of Opposition advocated a comprehensive overhaul by introducing randomised question papers and ensuring punishment for those who leak papers

Sri Lanka Cricket reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy on corruption following an arrest. Former India U-19 star Manjot Kalra faces allegations of corrupt practice during the LPL. The ongoing investigation will not impact the tournament's scheduled continuation. Sri Lanka Cricket pledged full cooperation with the police special investigation unit. Robust anti-corruption measures remain in place to protect the league's integrity.

All India Shia Personal Law Board general secretary Maulana Yasoob Abbas says the Board had submitted a memorandum to PM Narendra Modi, requesting the Centre to engage diplomatically with the governments of the countries concerned and ensure their safety

The Congress MP urged the Centre to consult all political parties before taking any decision on the issue, alleging that the government could “hide behind technicalities and procedures” to avoid wider consultations

The primary FIR was registered based on a complaint by the BKTC president alleging financial irregularities in the counting and handling of cash and other offerings made by devotees at the shrine

Oru Panthukalikkarante Indian Yathrakal, which features a cover unveiled by Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri on July 17, chronicles the experiences of celebrated footballer C.K. Vineeth’s 63-day solo expedition across India