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Deposed Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been formally indicted by the International Crimes Tribunal for crimes against humanity. The ICT also ordered an investigation into her, the former home minister, and the ex-IG of police over unlawful protests. Hasina fled to India on August 5 last year, evading arrest and prosecution.
Indian pharma firms may be forced to hike drug prices in the US if Trump enforces a 200% import tariff on pharmaceuticals, sources said. Operating on low margins, smaller companies could face severe strain. The US, a key market for Indian drugmakers, currently imposes no duty on Indian drugs, which contribute 30-40% of their revenue.
Social media firms have scaled back content moderation, triggering a surge in online hate speech, says Jonathan Greenblatt of the Anti-Defamation League. He notes antisemitic content has sharply increased since the Hamas-Israel conflict began, warning of growing digital hostility fuelled by unchecked misinformation.
Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar are in Delhi, officially for development talks, but their meetings with Congress leaders have sparked leadership change speculation. Shivakumar said he’s awaiting Rahul Gandhi’s return from Patna to meet him, denying cabinet reshuffle plans. Both leaders maintain their visit focuses on state projects and financial aid.
The IMD forecasts active monsoon conditions over central India for the next 3-4 days, with extremely heavy rainfall likely in eastern Madhya Pradesh. Widespread heavy rain is expected in Uttarakhand, Tripura, Mizoram, and Gujarat. Some areas may see intense showers today and tomorrow. The wet spell is likely to continue till July 13.
The Delhi Cabinet approved a ₹900 crore plan to upgrade school infrastructure and roll out 21,412 smart classrooms by 2029-30 under NEP 2020. Starting with 2,446 smart blackboards in 75 CM Shri Schools, the initiative includes teacher training and digital pedagogy. Education Minister Ashish Sood called it a transformative shift, not a token reform.
A moderate earthquake of magnitude 4.1 struck Assam’s Karbi Anglong district today, according to the National Centre for Seismology. The tremor, at a depth of 25 km, caused brief panic among residents but no reported damage or casualties. The epicentre was located at 26.51°N latitude and 93.15°E longitude. Surrounding areas also felt the quake.
A dog’s midnight bark in Siyathi, Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, saved 67 lives as heavy monsoon rains triggered a devastating landslide. Alerted by the dog, resident Narendra evacuated his family and warned others. Moments later, the village was buried. Survivors now shelter in a temple, grappling with trauma and health issues.
PM Modi met Bolivian President Luis Arce during the BRICS Summit, discussing enhanced cooperation in critical minerals, trade, healthcare, and space. They emphasized strengthening digital public infrastructure, UPI, and capacity building, while appreciating ongoing development ties through Quick Impact Projects and ITEC scholarship programmes for mutual growth.
Union Minister Chirag Paswan vowed to contest all 243 seats in Bihar’s assembly polls, alleging a conspiracy to derail his political ambitions. At a rally in Saran, he reiterated his “Bihar First, Bihari First” vision, criticized the Nitish Kumar government’s law and order, and expressed dismay over family betrayals and his ousting from his own […]
The Supreme Court will hear multiple petitions on July 10 challenging the Election Commission of India’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar. The People’s Union for Civil Liberties filed a writ plea opposing the ECI’s move to implement SIR nationwide, beginning in Bihar ahead of assembly polls.
The controversy surrounding the Banakacharla project has resurfaced and reached Delhi once again. The Telangana govt plans to file a formal complaint, and CM Revanth Reddy will meet the Union Jal Shakti Minister today. Meanwhile, the AP government has prepared a detailed response to the Central Water Commission’s queries regarding the project.
The search continues for missing victims of the Sigachi blast at Pashamylaram. SDRF officials are conducting excavations using archaeological techniques. So far, over 70 samples, including flesh, hair, bones, blood-stained rocks, and personal belongings, have been recovered and sent for DNA testing to aid in identification.
Trump’s country-specific tariffs will take effect on August 1, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick confirmed. Trump indicated deals or warning letters will be finalized by July 9, offering a brief reprieve for trade partners. Letters begin going out Monday. While some agreements are in place, Trump is still finalizing rates and arrangements with various nations.
As PM Modi attends the BRICS Summit in Brazil, Congress invoked former PM Manmohan Singh’s 2012 proposal to establish a BRICS Development Bank. Jairam Ramesh highlighted the group’s origins and took a swipe at Modi’s global travels, calling him a “Super Premium Frequent Flier,” while recalling RIC’s 1998 roots promoting multipolarity in global affairs.