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indiaBody of Shabad Serial Killer Discovered on Kothur Road, Video Reveals Confession to Planned Murders
Police in Telangana recovered a body matching the description of the alleged Shabad killer on a highway stretch near Kothur. A handheld video found with the remains shows the suspect admitting to orchestrating several murders, prompting fresh investigations into a string of unsolved cases.
indiaKarnataka Issues Detailed Blueprint for Launching 10,000 Bharat Jodo Yuva Sanghas Emphasizing Sports and Culture
The Karnataka government unveiled comprehensive guidelines to establish 10,000 Bharat Jodo Yuva Sanghas, aiming to blend sports, cultural activities and nation‑building among the youth, with funding provisions and a clear administrative structure.
indiaGolden Chariot of Sri Ekambaranathar Temple Leads Grand Rathothsavam in Chennai
A newly crafted golden chariot, envisioned by the late Sri Jayendra Saraswathi Shankaracharya, was paraded during an elaborate Rathothsavam at Chennai's Sri Ekambaranathar temple, drawing thousands of devotees and officials.
indiaSupreme Court Criticises Centre’s Handling of Telangana Water Dispute
During a hearing on the Godavari‑Banakacherla project, the Supreme Court highlighted lapses by the Union government in defending Telangana’s water allocation, a point raised by state minister Harish Rao.
indiaKuki-Zo Council Appeals to IB Chief Over Nagas' Blockade, Demands Prompt Government Action
The Kuki-Zo Council met the Intelligence Bureau chief, urging the central government to intervene against the Nagas' road blockade in Manipur, and expressed disappointment that the restoration of a civilian government has not eased local hardships.
indiaKerala Government Moves to Upgrade Koyilandy Taluk Hospital to Full District Hospital
The Kerala health ministry announced plans to elevate Koyilandy Government Taluk Hospital to a district-level facility, aiming to expand bed capacity, introduce specialty services and improve rural healthcare access.
indiaSaffron Paint in Academy of Fine Arts Security Room Triggers Protest by Theatre Community
The application of saffron paint to a security room in Kolkata’s Academy of Fine Arts has sparked a protest from theatre artists, who have written to BJP West Bengal chief. The incident is seen as part of a broader pattern of colour changes in government buildings since the party’s May victory.
indiaTANKER Foundation Supplies CAPD Fluid Bags Under CMCHIS Scheme
The TANKER Foundation has distributed Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD) fluid bags to eligible patients under Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister’s Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme (CMCHIS), aiming to expand home‑based dialysis access.
indiaSupreme Court Dismisses Salary Claims of Over 350 West Bengal Madrasa Teachers
The apex court ruled that the madrasa institutions where the petitioners were employed were not validly recognised, denying their claim for state salary.
indiaRevanth Calls on MPs to Prioritise Telangana’s Interests in Monsoon Session
During a briefing ahead of the monsoon parliamentary session, senior BJP leader G. Revanth urged legislators to keep Telangana’s development goals at the forefront of debates, stressing cooperation with the central government.
indiaNaidu Inspects Polavaram Project, Urges Prompt Completion of Remaining Works
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy reviewed the progress of the Polavaram dam and urged officials to finish pending works, accelerate resettlement, and fast‑track 36 priority irrigation schemes across the state.
india₹500 Crore Development Projects Launched in Kondepi as Minister Criticises Former Government
Minister Dola Sree Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy inaugurated a road scheme at Singarayakonda and announced new projects worth ₹500 crore in Kondepi, while reproaching the previous administration for halting a BC residential school.
indiaTelangana Completes Deworming Campaign for Over 9.5 Million Children, Mop‑Up Scheduled for July 20
The state health department has distributed deworming tablets to more than 9.5 million children, fulfilling a government promise to combat intestinal parasites. A mop‑up drive on July 20 will ensure no child is missed. The initiative, part of the national deworming program, aims to improve health outcomes and schooling in the region.
indiaHyderabad driver taken into custody for allegedly embezzling ₹5.5 million from employer's vehicle
Police in Hyderabad have arrested a commercial‑vehicle driver suspected of siphoning ₹5.5 million in cash and valuables from his employer's car, sparking concerns over fleet‑security practices.
indiaCPI Calls on Authorities to Safeguard Puzhal Lake Amid Alarming Degradation
The Communist Party of India’s state secretary, M. Veerapandian, inspected Puzhal Lake and warned that its deteriorating condition threatens water security for Chennai, urging immediate government action.
indiaBIS Raids Vijayawada Jewellery Store, Confiscates Counterfeit Hallmarking Equipment
Bureau of Indian Standards officials busted a jewellery shop in Vijayawada on Tuesday, seizing a fake hallmarking machine and launching an investigation into alleged violations of the Hallmarking Act.
indiaTop Indian Vlogger Sourav Joshi Walks Back E20 Comments After Mercedes Clarifies Fuel Compatibility
Sourav Joshi, one of India’s most‑followed lifestyle vloggers, withdrew his earlier criticism of the government’s push for E20 fuel after Mercedes‑Benz India confirmed that its BS‑VI petrol models are fully compatible with the new blend.
indiaYadgir Authorities Advise Farmers to Shift to Low‑Water, Short‑Duration Crops Amid Reservoir Shortage
With reservoir levels in Karnataka's Yadgir district falling critically low, officials have told growers to adopt crops that require less water and have a shorter growing cycle, stressing that current supplies can only meet drinking‑water needs.
indiaTelangana Ministers Review Devadula Water Project, Pledge Additional Funding to Accelerate Completion
State ministers visited the Devadula irrigation scheme in Mahabubabad district, inspected ongoing works, and announced fresh financial allocations to speed up construction, aiming to meet the 2027 deadline.
indiaBJP State Chief Calls for Audit of Aadhaar-Power Linkage After Reports of Beneficiary Exclusion
Andhra Pradesh BJP president N. Chandrababu Kumar has urged the state government to correct technical glitches in Aadhaar‑linked electricity connections that are allegedly denying eligible households access to welfare schemes, pensions and subsidised power, and to launch a statewide audit.
indiaBengaluru to Deploy Technology‑Driven Solutions for Traffic Congestion, Says Home Minister Priyank Kharge
Karnataka’s Home Minister Priyank Kharge announced a city‑wide push for data‑centric traffic management tools in Bengaluru, outlining plans for AI‑based signal control, real‑time monitoring and public‑transport integration.
indiaFire Breaks Out at Ice Cream Manufacturing Plant Near Vijayawada, Six Injured
A blaze erupted at an ice cream production unit in Guntur district on Tuesday, injuring six workers and prompting a swift response from fire services and local authorities.
indiaSupreme Court asks Karnataka minister H.D. Revanna to reply on state’s challenge to High Court’s reversal of modesty‑outrage charge
The Supreme Court has called on Karnataka’s Minister for Rural Development and Panchayat Raj, H.D. Revanna, to submit a response to the state’s plea challenging the High Court’s order that set aside the charge of outraging modesty in a high‑profile case.
indiaLayola Mani, TVK Official, Named Chairman of Tamil Nadu Textbook Corporation
The Tamil Nadu government has appointed TVK functionary Layola Mani as the new chairman of the Tamil Nadu Textbook Corporation, a move that draws attention to the political affiliations of the textbook board.
indiaKozhikode Police Expand Investigation into Narcotics Mule Banking Scheme
Kerala's Kozhikode police have identified a complex network of 'narco-mules' using leased personal bank accounts to funnel illegal drug money, implicating youth recruited by drug lords as financial front‑men.
indiaEducationist Ishari K. Ganesh Withdraws Appeal to Dismiss Money Laundering Charges
The Madras High Court allowed educationist Ishari K. Ganesh to withdraw his petition seeking dismissal of a money‑laundering investigation, while preserving his right to re‑approach the court later.
indiaProtesters at CJP Camp Mark 24 Days of Hunger Strike; Wangchuk Loses 8.2 Kg, Fast Enters 16th Day
On the 24th day of the Central Jail Protest (CJP), participants continued a hunger strike that has now entered its 16th day without water, with inmate Wangchuk reporting a loss of 8.2 kilograms. A delegation from the Aam Aadmi Party visited the site, pledging support, while officials warned that lives are at risk.
indiaGovernment Launches Amnesty Scheme to Regularise Provident Fund Trusts
The Centre announced a one‑year amnesty for provident fund trusts that have failed to obtain exemption under Section 17 of the 1952 Act, offering them a path to income‑tax recognition.
indiaKarnataka Flags Over 1,100 Villages at Risk of Drinking‑Water Shortage
The state government has listed 1,119 villages as vulnerable to drinking‑water scarcity and has contracted private bore‑well operators and tanker services to bridge the gap.
indiaJune Retail Inflation Edges Higher to 4.38%, Food Prices Lead the Rise
Government data released on Friday shows India's retail inflation ticked up to 4.38% in June, driven primarily by a jump in food price inflation to 5.32% from 4.78% in May.
indiaBJP Fields Ashutosh Tiwari for Datia By‑election After Congress MLA’s Conviction
The Datian Assembly constituency will vote in a by‑poll triggered by the removal of Congress MLA Rajendra Bharti following his conviction for cheating. The Bharatiya Janata Party has nominated Ashutosh Tiwari, a local party worker, as its candidate, setting the stage for a closely watched contest in Madhya Pradesh.
indiaChandigarh Implements Midday Traffic Restrictions Amid Ongoing Farmers' Protest
The Chandigarh Police have imposed traffic restrictions on major city arteries from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Monday, July 13, to manage the impact of a large-scale farmers' protest passing through the capital.
indiaHeavy Rains Trigger Floods and Landslides Across Arunachal Pradesh, Displacing Thousands
More than 97,000 residents in 425 villages across all 26 districts of Arunachal Pradesh are coping with fresh floods and landslides that have wreaked havoc on agriculture, roads and homes.
indiaSupreme Court Halts Madras High Court's Blanket Ban on Cow Slaughter in Tamil Nadu
The Supreme Court has stayed the May 27 order of the Madras High Court that sought to impose a statewide ban on the slaughter of cows and calves, prompting legal and political debate across India.
indiaJammu & Kashmir Political Parties Honour 1931 Freedom Fighters Amid New Restrictions
Leaders of Jammu and Kashmir's major parties gathered to pay homage to the 1931 protesters who died fighting British rule, even as the central government tightens security measures ahead of summer festivals.
indiaKerala Home Minister Orders SIT Probe into Chevayur Bank Election Violence
The Kerala Home Minister has tasked a Special Investigation Team with a three‑week inquiry into the violent clashes that erupted around the Chevayur bank during recent local elections, seeking a comprehensive report on the causes and perpetrators.