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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.

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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.

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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
National 7/8/2026

India's New Tax Law: Small Businesses Face Audits for Low Presumptive Profits

India's Income-tax Act, 2025, now in effect from April 1, 2026, has introduced a significant new audit trigger for small businesses and professionals using the Presumptive Taxation Scheme. Previously, there was some confusion, but the new law explicitly mandates a tax audit if a business declares profits lower than the prescribed presumptive rates, provided their total income exceeds the basic exemption limit. This change brings greater clarity to tax compliance, but also potentially widens the audit net for many small enterprises.

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India's New Tax Law: Small Businesses Face Audits for Low Presumptive Profits
National 7/8/2026

India Opens New Gateway: Navi Mumbai Airport Now a Hub for Drug Imports

In a major boost for India's pharmaceutical trade, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has officially opened the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) for drug imports. This move, announced today, expands the nation's designated entry points for pharmaceutical consignments to 42, aiming to significantly streamline the complex process of bringing essential medicines and raw materials into the country. The decision marks a critical step towards enhancing logistics infrastructure and accelerating 'ease of doing business' for India's booming pharma sector.

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India Opens New Gateway: Navi Mumbai Airport Now a Hub for Drug Imports
National 7/8/2026

Indian Coast Guard and Bisleri Unite for Cleaner Coasts, Tackling Plastic Pollution

In a significant move to combat marine plastic pollution, Bisleri International, through its Bottles for Change initiative, has officially partnered with the Indian Coast Guard (Kerala & Mahe) by signing a Letter of Association. Announced on July 7, 2026, this collaboration aims to supercharge plastic waste management and boost environmental sustainability across India's vital coastal regions. The joint effort directly aligns with the Coast Guard's ongoing 'Plastic Free Oceans' mission, signaling a united front against the growing threat of oceanic litter.

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Indian Coast Guard and Bisleri Unite for Cleaner Coasts, Tackling Plastic Pollution
National 7/8/2026

UK's MLA College and India's Marine Engineers Partner to Reshape Maritime Skills

In a move set to significantly boost India's maritime capabilities, the UK's MLA College and the Institute of Marine Engineers (India) (IMEI) have officially launched a strategic partnership. This collaboration, formalized during Singapore Maritime Week 2026 and launched in Mumbai, aims to bring internationally recognized UK postgraduate education directly to Indian maritime professionals, addressing a critical need for advanced skills in a rapidly evolving global shipping landscape.

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UK's MLA College and India's Marine Engineers Partner to Reshape Maritime Skills
National 7/8/2026

Indian Demat Account Openings Soar to Four-Month High, Retail Investors Flock to Rally

India's stock market is buzzing as new Demat account openings hit a four-month high in June 2026, with a whopping 25.7 lakh (2.57 million) accounts added, showing a big jump in retail investor interest. This surge, the highest since February 2026, signals that everyday investors are once again jumping into the equity markets, excited by the strong performance of Indian shares. This positive trend comes after a couple of months where new account openings had slowed down, marking a renewed confidence among the public to invest directly in stocks.

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Indian Demat Account Openings Soar to Four-Month High, Retail Investors Flock to Rally
National 7/8/2026

North India Grapples with Monsoon Mayhem as Heavy Rains Wreak Havoc

North India is currently battling a full-blown monsoon assault, with Delhi-NCR experiencing its season's first heavy downpour that has brought the capital region to a standstill. Widespread waterlogging, crippling traffic jams, uprooted trees, and even flight delays have become the norm, marking a chaotic start to the wet spell for millions of commuters. The sudden intense rains have, however, offered a temporary respite from the sweltering heat that had gripped the region previously.

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North India Grapples with Monsoon Mayhem as Heavy Rains Wreak Havoc
National 7/8/2026

Manipur Under Siege: Assam Rifles Ambush Ignites Massive Counter-Operation, Regional Tensions Mount

Manipur is on high alert after a brutal ambush on July 6 killed two Assam Rifles personnel, Warrant Officer Balwant Singh and Havildar Chandra Mohan Singh, along the critical Imphal-Dimapur National Highway in Ukhrul district. The attack, which involved improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and heavy gunfire, has triggered a massive joint operation by central and state security forces to hunt down the militants responsible. This incident compounds an already volatile security situation across the northeastern state.

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Manipur Under Siege: Assam Rifles Ambush Ignites Massive Counter-Operation, Regional Tensions Mount
National 7/8/2026

India's Coffee Exports Brew Up a Storm in Early 2026, But Climate Woes Loom

India's coffee exports have kicked off 2026 with a significant boost, surging by 26.6 percent in volume during the January-April period. This impressive growth, driven largely by robust demand for Robusta and instant coffee, highlights India's evolving presence in the global market and has substantially increased export earnings. For April and May alone, export values climbed 20 percent to over $503 million, signalling strong international appetite, particularly from key European buyers.

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India's Coffee Exports Brew Up a Storm in Early 2026, But Climate Woes Loom
National 7/8/2026

J&K High Court: No Indefinite Delays for RTI Appeals, CIC Must Expedite Cases

In a significant ruling, the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has firmly told the Central Information Commission (CIC) that it cannot indefinitely delay decisions on Right to Information (RTI) appeals, even though the law doesn't specify a strict deadline. The court, while refusing to impose a 45-day disposal period as sought by a petitioner, emphasized that the CIC must improve its functioning to tackle the mounting backlog of cases. This directive aims to uphold the spirit of transparency in governance, particularly for citizens in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.

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J&K High Court: No Indefinite Delays for RTI Appeals, CIC Must Expedite Cases
National 7/8/2026

Get Ready: Your Mobile Bills From Jio, Airtel, Vi Could Jump 15% Soon!

Get ready to shell out more for your mobile connection, as India's top telecom companies – Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea (Vi) – are expected to increase their mobile recharge rates by 12-15% in the next three to four months. This likely tariff hike, predicted by a Centrum Institutional Research report, comes after nearly two years without major price adjustments and will impact millions of users across prepaid and postpaid plans.

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Get Ready: Your Mobile Bills From Jio, Airtel, Vi Could Jump 15% Soon!
National 7/8/2026

IIT Delhi Joins Uttar Pradesh's Green Revolution: Biogas Expansion Under Cow Protection Campaign

In a significant move combining technology with traditional values, experts from IIT Delhi's Biogas Development Training Centre (BDTC) are now providing crucial technical support for a massive expansion of biogas plants across Uttar Pradesh. This initiative is a core part of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's ambitious Cow Protection Campaign, aiming to transform rural areas by developing 'model villages' and ensuring clean cooking fuel and sustainable agriculture. The first phase has already seen 18 biogas plants successfully established in Palinda village, Jhansi, paving the way for a statewide rollout.

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IIT Delhi Joins Uttar Pradesh's Green Revolution: Biogas Expansion Under Cow Protection Campaign
National 7/8/2026

El Niño Wrings Rayalaseema Dry: Andhra Pradesh Battens Down for Drought Crisis

Andhra Pradesh's Rayalaseema region is reeling from a severe drought, with 11 districts experiencing moderate to severe rainfall deficits driven by the intensifying El Niño effect. On July 7, Home and Disaster Management Minister Vangalapudi Anitha convened an urgent review meeting in Tadepalli, pushing for immediate, proactive measures to safeguard lives and livelihoods as the crisis deepens. Districts like Sri Sathya Sai, Anantapur, and Annamayya are hit hardest, facing acute water scarcity and impacting crucial agricultural activities.

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El Niño Wrings Rayalaseema Dry: Andhra Pradesh Battens Down for Drought Crisis
National 7/7/2026

Haryana's Health University Quadruples Exam Fees for Doctors-in-Training, Sparks Outcry

In a move that has sent shockwaves through Haryana's aspiring medical community, the Pt BD Sharma University of Health Sciences (UHSR) in Rohtak has dramatically hiked examination fees for various medical and paramedical courses, with the steepest increase — an eye-watering 400% — hitting MBBS and BDS students. Effective August 1, 2026, this first fee revision in over a decade has immediately ignited strong opposition from political leaders and student bodies, who warn of an impending financial burden on thousands of future healthcare professionals.

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Haryana's Health University Quadruples Exam Fees for Doctors-in-Training, Sparks Outcry
National 7/7/2026

Karnataka Embraces AI: Digital Revolution for Student Exams and Teacher Relief

Karnataka is rolling out a game-changer in its education system, planning to introduce AI-based answer sheet evaluation for students from Classes 8 to 12, starting next academic year. This major digital shift, developed in partnership with IIT Dharwad, aims to lighten the heavy load on teachers while boosting evaluation accuracy and speed across the state. Beyond just grading, the plan also includes leveraging AI for preparing question papers, marking a significant step towards modernizing the entire examination process.

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Karnataka Embraces AI: Digital Revolution for Student Exams and Teacher Relief
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