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Describing yoga as a symbol of India’s eternal wisdom, Telangana Governor Shukla said it had evolved into a global movement promoting health, harmony and human well-being

India defeated hosts New Zealand 2-0 in the final to win their second FIH Women's Nations Cup title and secure promotion to the FIH Women's Pro League. Goals from Navneet Kaur and Sunelita Toppo sealed the victory as India completed an unbeaten campaign. Lalremsiami was named Player of the Match, while Deepika finished as the tournament's joint-highest scorer with six goals.

Chief negotiator Darpan Jain also said that, apart from an overall benefit to all States, the FTA provides sectoral benefits to several States such as Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Gujarat, Maharashtra, among others

India and the European Union are poised to sign their landmark free trade agreement by December, with implementation expected by early 2027. This pact promises Indian exporters near-zero duty access to the vast European market, opening up significant opportunities. Discussions are also progressing on trade deals with the US and Canada, highlighting India's growing global economic influence.

A Surat man, Jignesh Talaviya, has been apprehended after allegedly staging his own kidnapping. He reportedly sent a ransom message to his wife, demanding ₹50 lakh to settle share market losses. Utran police successfully traced him to a hotel in Godhra, leading to his arrest for misleading authorities and fabricating evidence. Talaviya, an accountant, had been missing since June 12.

Police suspect illegal prostitution racket at rented house; dispute over money led to fatal assault

Former India bowler Dodda Ganesh has slammed the team management for resting KL Rahul in the final ODI against Afghanistan, questioning the decision as Rahul had faced minimal deliveries. Despite this, India secured a dominant 3-0 series victory, with Yashasvi Jaiswal scoring an unbeaten century and Prasidh Krishna taking a five-wicket haul. The win marks India's first ODI series triumph under captain Shubman Gill.

Ranveer Singh has reportedly earned a staggering Rs 325 crore from his latest blockbuster, 'Dhurandhar.' This unprecedented figure, achieved through a profit-sharing deal rather than a flat fee, has placed him ahead of other top Indian stars. The film's massive success across various revenue streams, including digital and satellite rights, underscores the rewarding nature of his bold investment strategy.

Goyal also said that his U.S. Trade Representative, Jamieson Greer, is coming to India this week to hold trade pact talks with him

The Prime Minister observed that when we speak of yoga for healthy ageing, it signifies a collective commitment to ensuring that advancing age does not diminish human potential.

A NEET-UG re-examination candidate in Ajmer alleged she was prevented from entering the exam hall unless she removed her burqa and dupatta. Kulsum Bano stated she wore the same attire during a previous attempt and would refuse to take the test if her religious identity was challenged. The re-exam proceeded with stringent security measures nationwide following paper leak allegations.

The case has been taken up in compliance of a directive of the Supreme Court which had held that compassion for animal life cannot be interpreted in a manner that compels citizens to endure recurring threats to their own lives

Police said the residents in Nagathamman Koil Street of Sanjay Gandhi Colony have been complaining about stray dog menace in the locality in recent times

A total of 62,000 dog bite cases were recorded each in January and February, and it rose to 71,000 in March and dipping slightly to 68,000 in April; half of last year’s deaths has been recorded in just four months this year

The occasion makes speakers recall characters of ‘Bayaluseeme Kattepurana’, a column which appeared in Lankesh Patrike for over two decades

A NEET-UG 2026 candidate from Nagpur, initially assigned an exam center in Abu Dhabi, successfully appeared for the re-test in his hometown after the NTA revised the location. The issue gained national attention, prompting swift action from the agency. While the NTA stated the city change was made via the candidate's login, the family maintained their preference for local centers. This incident occurred amidst the ongoing NEET-UG 2026 re-examination.

Passengers and crew flee unscathed as driver acts quickly to halt the bus and summon help

A young student from Bihar's dramatic reaction to being scolded by his teacher has taken the internet by storm. The boy's bold declaration, "Will destroy your school!" has gone viral, sparking widespread amusement and comparisons to movie villains. This unfiltered display of childhood emotion resonated with many, reminding adults of their own dramatic youthful outbursts and providing a refreshing dose of simple, unintentional comedy.