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National 7/10/2026

Assam's 2026-27 Budget Boosts Student Support with Rs 25,873 Crore Education Focus

The Assam government has unveiled a landmark Rs 2.85 lakh crore budget for 2026-27, with a massive Rs 25,873 crore earmarked for Education, Sports, Art, and Culture, signaling a strong commitment to student welfare and academic development across the state. Key announcements include a significant Rs 1,750 crore investment to bolster universities and support autonomous colleges, alongside the expansion of crucial student financial aid programs like the Jibon Prerana, Mukhya Mantri Nijut Moina Asoni, and Mukhyamantrir Nijut Babu Asoni schemes. These initiatives are set to provide direct financial assistance and fee waivers to lakhs of students, aiming to reduce dropout rates and enhance access to higher education.

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Assam's 2026-27 Budget Boosts Student Support with Rs 25,873 Crore Education Focus
National 7/10/2026

India's Digital Safety Push: WhatsApp, Telegram Respond on Username Feature Scrutiny

WhatsApp and Telegram have submitted their responses to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) regarding their username features, which India's government views as a potential gateway for increased online fraud and impersonation. MeitY received replies from both messaging giants on Thursday, while Signal, also under scrutiny, has yet to formally respond. This marks a critical juncture in India's efforts to balance user privacy with digital safety, especially concerning features that allow communication without revealing phone numbers.

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India's Digital Safety Push: WhatsApp, Telegram Respond on Username Feature Scrutiny
National 7/10/2026

After 18-Year Battle, Andhra Pradesh Reclaims 14,000 Acres from Brahmani Steels

In a decisive move ending an almost two-decade-long legal and administrative saga, the Andhra Pradesh government has officially taken back 14,000 acres of land from Brahmani Steels in the YSR Kadapa district. The coveted land, estimated to be worth around INR 5,000 crores, has reverted to state control after the company failed to utilize it for the promised mega steel plant and airport project. This reclamation marks a significant victory for public interest over prolonged private inaction, finally clearing the path for future industrial growth in the region.

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After 18-Year Battle, Andhra Pradesh Reclaims 14,000 Acres from Brahmani Steels
National 7/10/2026

Beyond Alcohol: India's MASLD Epidemic Sweeps Millions, Especially the Young

India is currently grappling with a silent, widespread liver epidemic, Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), which now affects over 100 million adults. This condition, previously known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) until a global name change in 2023, is no longer just an adult problem; doctors are increasingly diagnosing it in young Indians and even children, raising alarms about a looming public health crisis. It's a stealthy disease, often showing no symptoms until serious liver damage has already occurred, meaning many are living with it undiagnosed.

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Beyond Alcohol: India's MASLD Epidemic Sweeps Millions, Especially the Young
National 7/10/2026

Hyderabad Metro Shake-Up: Centre Signals Unified Control, Fresh Valuation for Future

The Union Government is pushing for a 'single umbrella' management approach for the Hyderabad Metro Rail, signaling its intent for unified control over the city's critical transport network, even as the Telangana Government recently completed the acquisition of the Metro's first phase. This move comes with a fresh directive to re-evaluate the project's financial standing and future expansion, aiming to streamline operations and funding for upcoming developments. The Centre's stance emphasizes that managing such a complex system under fragmented ownership is proving difficult, urging a cohesive strategy for Hyderabad's urban mobility.

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Hyderabad Metro Shake-Up: Centre Signals Unified Control, Fresh Valuation for Future
National 7/10/2026

BSNL's New Satellite Phone: India's Lifeline Against Rising Climate Chaos

India's state-owned telecom giant, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), has just launched its new satellite phone, priced at ₹1,34,166. This isn't just another gadget; it's a critical new tool designed to keep vital communications flowing even when conventional networks are knocked out by the increasingly frequent and severe natural disasters hitting the country. Aimed primarily at emergency responders, defence personnel, and those in remote operations, this Inmarsat-powered device offers a crucial lifeline where traditional mobile signals simply can't reach.

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BSNL's New Satellite Phone: India's Lifeline Against Rising Climate Chaos
National 7/10/2026

Karnataka High Court Orders KIADB to Rethink Controversial Sandur Pellets Plant Land Grab

In a significant move, the Karnataka High Court has directed the Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board (KIADB) to reconsider additional land acquisition for a proposed pellets plant in Sandur. This ruling underscores the increasing judicial scrutiny over state-led industrial land acquisitions, particularly in environmentally sensitive zones already grappling with the impacts of heavy industry. The court's directive highlights a pattern of judicial intervention, with judges previously calling some KIADB acquisitions 'daylight dacoity' of farmers' lands.

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Karnataka High Court Orders KIADB to Rethink Controversial Sandur Pellets Plant Land Grab
National 7/10/2026

Surat Flood Fury: CM Patel Unleashes ₹500 Cr Creek Plan, Warns Negligent Officials

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel just slammed officials in Surat, unleashing a massive ₹500 crore plan to fix the city's devastated creek network after record floods left 23 dead and thousands displaced. His stern review on July 9, 2026, signals an unprecedented crackdown, with criminal proceedings looming for negligence among officials and contractors.

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Surat Flood Fury: CM Patel Unleashes ₹500 Cr Creek Plan, Warns Negligent Officials
National 7/10/2026

Supreme Court Flags Clash Over Written Arrest Grounds, Eyes Larger Bench Review

India's Supreme Court has signaled it might refer a crucial question – whether police and other agencies must give written reasons for arrest – to a larger group of judges. This comes after a two-judge bench noted conflicting past rulings while hearing a case where bail was granted due to a typo in the arrest papers for Sonam Raghuvanshi, accused in a high-profile 'honeymoon murder' from May 2025. The core issue touches upon a fundamental right for anyone arrested across the country.

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Supreme Court Flags Clash Over Written Arrest Grounds, Eyes Larger Bench Review
National 7/9/2026

Apollo Children's Hospitals Unveils Landmark Robotic Urology Centre After 400 Child Surgeries

Apollo Children's Hospitals in Chennai has officially launched South India's first dedicated Centre of Excellence in Paediatric Robotic Urology, marking a significant milestone after successfully performing over 400 robotic procedures on children. This pioneering program, initiated in 2012 under the leadership of Dr. V. Sripathi, is transforming complex surgeries for the youngest patients, with nearly half of those treated being under five years old and the smallest just 50 days old.

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Apollo Children's Hospitals Unveils Landmark Robotic Urology Centre After 400 Child Surgeries
National 7/9/2026

Mumbai's Mega-Infra Push: New Underground Parking, Signal-Free Coastal Corridor Unveiled

The Maharashtra government has just unveiled an ambitious new transport plan for Mumbai, proposing extensive underground parking facilities beneath major public grounds and a signal-free corridor stretching from Nariman Point all the way to Uttan. This bold move aims to tackle the city's notorious traffic jams and boost connectivity, with specific sites like Oval Maidan and Cross Maidan identified for subterranean parking zones.

Editorial Team1 min
Mumbai's Mega-Infra Push: New Underground Parking, Signal-Free Coastal Corridor Unveiled
National 7/9/2026

Mumbai Fights Back: Maharashtra Eyes Rs 13,000-Crore Flood Fix for Monsoon Mayhem

Mumbai is getting a massive Rs 13,000-crore push to tackle its notorious monsoon flooding. The Maharashtra government has rolled out an ambitious Flood Mitigation Project, promising to drain water from all 370 identified flood-prone hotspots within a blistering 30 minutes, even when heavy rain clashes with high tide. This urgent move comes after the city was crippled by unprecedented downpours during the season's first rains.

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Mumbai Fights Back: Maharashtra Eyes Rs 13,000-Crore Flood Fix for Monsoon Mayhem
National 7/9/2026

Bollywood Star Hrithik Roshan to Partially Exit Cult.fit in Anticipated IPO

Fitness and lifestyle giant Cult.fit is officially making its move to go public, filing its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with SEBI for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) expected to raise between Rs 3,500-4,000 crore. A notable aspect of this mega-listing is Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan, an early investor and brand ambassador, planning to offload 6.33 lakh Equity Shares as part of the Offer for Sale (OFS) component, though he will remain a significant shareholder. This marks a strategic partial monetization of his investment as the company prepares to tap public markets.

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Bollywood Star Hrithik Roshan to Partially Exit Cult.fit in Anticipated IPO
National 7/9/2026

Raichur's Anganwadi Workers Scale Hillocks for Network, Exposing India's Digital Divide

In a stark illustration of India's ongoing digital divide, Anganwadi workers in Karnataka's remote Raichur district are being forced to climb treacherous hillocks, sometimes for kilometers, just to find a mobile signal. This desperate act is not for personal calls but to log crucial data on the Poshan Tracker app, an essential tool for delivering vital health and nutrition services to pregnant women, lactating mothers, and young children in their communities. Their struggle highlights the immense, often unseen, challenges faced by frontline workers trying to bridge the gap between digital mandates and ground-level realities.

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Raichur's Anganwadi Workers Scale Hillocks for Network, Exposing India's Digital Divide
National 7/9/2026

Fresh Exam Leak Scandal Rocks India: UGC-NET Under Intense Scrutiny

India's high-stakes examination system is reeling once more as allegations of a paper leak have hit the University Grants Commission – National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) June 2026 examination, specifically the Sociology paper held on June 30. This fresh controversy, involving a 100-page PDF allegedly circulated with nearly 90 matching questions, follows closely on the heels of the major NEET-UG paper leak that rocked the nation just weeks ago. The Education Ministry has now ordered the National Testing Agency (NTA) to launch an urgent investigation into these serious claims.

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Fresh Exam Leak Scandal Rocks India: UGC-NET Under Intense Scrutiny
National 7/9/2026

Arunachal Pradesh Plots Dairy Dominance with Scientific Roadmap and NDDB Backing

India's remote border state, Arunachal Pradesh, is seriously stepping up its game to become fully self-reliant in dairy and poultry production. In a high-level review meeting on July 7, top state officials, including Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein and Animal Husbandry Minister Gabriel D. Wangsu, greenlit a scientific roadmap focused on building a robust integrated cold chain and forging strong institutional partnerships to achieve this ambitious goal. The move is designed to slash the state's reliance on imported dairy products and boost rural incomes significantly.

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Arunachal Pradesh Plots Dairy Dominance with Scientific Roadmap and NDDB Backing
National 7/9/2026

Gujarat Scraps Boat Length Rule, Unlocks Major Diesel Relief for Its Entire Fishing Fleet

In a decisive move set to significantly energize its vital coastal economy, the Gujarat government has scrapped the long-standing 20-meter length restriction on mechanized fishing boats, making virtually all eligible vessels across the state immediately qualified for crucial Value Added Tax (VAT) relief on diesel fuel. The decision, finalized by the Gujarat Cabinet yesterday, July 8, 2026, aims to deliver a substantial financial boost to thousands of fishermen, directly addressing one of their biggest operational costs.

Editorial Team1 min
Gujarat Scraps Boat Length Rule, Unlocks Major Diesel Relief for Its Entire Fishing Fleet
National 7/9/2026

India's Monsoon Deficit Shrinks to 12% as Centre Mobilises Against El Niño Threat

India's monsoon season has seen a significant turnaround, with the all-India rainfall deficit shrinking dramatically to just 12% as of July 7, thanks to strong precipitation in the first week of the month. This welcome improvement comes as the Centre intensifies its monitoring and preparedness efforts, with the Prime Minister's Office convening a high-level meeting to proactively tackle the looming threat of weak to moderate El Niño conditions expected through July and August.

Editorial Team1 min
India's Monsoon Deficit Shrinks to 12% as Centre Mobilises Against El Niño Threat
National 7/9/2026

India's Health Report Card Sparks Debate Over Missing Critical Data

India's National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) fact sheets, released in May 2026, have ignited a significant national debate by omitting 43 crucial public health metrics, including key indicators on anaemia, sanitation, and clean cooking fuel. This unexpected move by the Union Health Ministry has raised serious concerns among public health experts and policymakers, who fear it will severely hinder the country's ability to accurately assess and improve its social development and public health landscape.

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India's Health Report Card Sparks Debate Over Missing Critical Data
National 7/9/2026

Odisha's Free Crop Insurance Pushes Farmer Resilience for Kharif 2026 Amidst El Niño Concerns

Odisha has made a game-changing move for its farmers, offering free crop insurance for up to five acres under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) for the upcoming Kharif 2026 season. Farmers only need to pay a symbolic Re 1 for account validation, with the state government shouldering the entire premium, aiming to provide a vital safety net against devastating crop losses. This initiative comes as the July 31st enrollment deadline approaches, urging farmers to secure their livelihoods amidst growing climate uncertainties.

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Odisha's Free Crop Insurance Pushes Farmer Resilience for Kharif 2026 Amidst El Niño Concerns
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