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Abc Newsworld50 min agoUpdated
India begins service with its first domestically built hydrogen-powered train
India introduced its first hydrogen-powered train designed and built in the country on Friday. The train will operate in Haryana and forms part of efforts to test the technology ahead of a 2070 net-zero target.
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arynews.tvpolitics11 hrs ago
Indian activist continues 20-day hunger strike over exam paper leak
Sonam Wangchuk has refused to end his fast after 20 days. He is protesting for educational reforms and the resignation of the education minister.
Japan Timesworld14 hrs ago
India Prepares First Private Orbital Rocket Launch
India will launch its first privately developed orbital-class rocket in the coming days. The space economy has grown to $8.4 billion since private investment opened in 2020.
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dnaindia.comfinance18 hrs ago
India and South Africa Plan Expansions to Strategic Oil Reserves
India and South Africa are increasing emergency crude stockpiles after IEA members released 400 million barrels in March. The expansions follow U.S. releases from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve under both the Trump and Biden administrations.
news.google.comsports1 day ago
Jofra Archer takes two wickets in two balls as India reach 193-7
Jofra Archer took consecutive wickets in England's second one-day international against India in Cardiff. India reached 193 for seven wickets after the pair of dismissals.
thequint.comworld1 day ago
One Dies, Dozens Treated After Crowd Surge at Puri Rath Yatra Festival
A sudden crowd surge during the annual Rath Yatra chariot festival in Puri, India, on July 16, 2026, left at least one person dead and dozens injured. Rescue teams treated 33 people before transferring them to hospitals.
news.google.comsports1 day ago
England and India Begin Second One-Day International at Sophia Gardens
The second men's one-day international between England and India starts at 1pm at Sophia Gardens. England trail 0-1 in the three-match series after Tuesday's loss at Edgbaston.
Al Jazeeraworld1 day ago
Kashmir Court Issues First Death Certificate for Man Taken into Custody in 1997
A judge ruled in April 2026 that timber trader Abdul Rashid Wani was murdered in army custody the day he vanished. The decision ordered a death certificate and identified the officer involved, marking the first such outcome among thousands of petitions.
eco-business.comfinance1 day ago
India Raises Diesel and Jet Fuel Export Duties, Lowers Gasoline Duty for July 16-31
India increased export taxes on diesel and jet fuel while lowering the duty on gasoline for the second half of July. The Finance Ministry issued the updated rates on Thursday as part of its regular fortnightly review.
zeenews.india.comfinance1 day ago
India Scraps Taxes on Overseas Bond Investors to Pursue Bloomberg Index Inclusion
Foreign purchases of Indian government debt reached $7.7 billion in 2026 through June after the government eliminated long-term capital gains and withholding taxes. Inclusion in the Bloomberg Global Aggregate Bond Index is expected in early 2027.
The Japan Timestechnology1 day ago
Ransomware Group Posts Files on India’s Largest Nuclear Plant
A ransomware group released data it says came from a contractor at the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant. The company confirmed a partial breach on a third-party server and notified authorities.
thehindubusinessline.comtechnology2 days ago
Emergent Raises $130 Million at $1.5 Billion Valuation
The Indian AI coding startup completed its Series C round led by Creaegis with participation from new and existing investors. The round brings total funding to $230 million and values the company at five times its January level.
The Independentpolitics2 days ago
India’s Supreme Court fines comedian Samay Raina ₹300,000; his show returns for second season on Netflix and YouTube
The court imposed the penalty after finding Raina failed to apologise or organise programmes for people with disabilities as previously ordered. It warned the fine could rise to ₹3 million at the next hearing.
propublica.orgworld2 days ago
Indian Navy Investigates Crash of Locally Made Elbit Drone
The Indian Navy opened an investigation after a Drishti 10 UAV crashed during a training flight near Drampar village in Gujarat. The aircraft is the local version of the Israeli Elbit Hermes 900 Starliner and was manufactured under license by the Adani Group. A similar UAV crashe…
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gsmarena.comworld2 days ago
E-Rickshaws in New Delhi Halted Mid-Ride by Alleged Chinese Battery Apps
Several electric rickshaws stopped during rides in early July 2026 after Chinese battery management applications were used to disable them remotely. India's government ordered removal of the apps and launched an investigation.
aircargoweek.comworld3 days ago
India Raises Steel Export Quota to UK Under Trade Pact
India has increased its duty-free steel export quota to the UK under a free trade agreement signed last year. Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal confirmed the renegotiated terms.
rediff.comai4 days ago
Anthropic Introduces Rupee Pricing for Claude in India
Anthropic has begun displaying localized rupee prices for Claude subscriptions on its website and apps for users in India. The company has not yet enabled payments through the Unified Payments Interface. India accounts for 5.8 percent of global Claude usage and ranks as the servi…
news.google.comworld4 days ago
India Moves to Dismiss Adani Airport Nicotine Pouch Court Challenge
India's government filed papers seeking to end a legal challenge over nicotine pouch sales at an Adani-operated airport. Officials cited the product's alleged illegality and health risks in the filing.
Abc Newsworld4 days ago
Bodies of 15 Indian tourists killed in Vietnam boat capsizing returned home
The remains of 15 Indian tourists who died when a speedboat capsized off southern Vietnam last week are being flown to India. Officials said the boat overturned near the shore shortly after leaving an island near Phu Quoc.
politics5 days agoUpdated
15 Tourists Die as Speedboat Capsizes Off Vietnam
A speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew members overturned near Hon May Rut Ngoai Island on July 11, killing 15. Twenty-one people were rescued from the vessel operated by Ocean Pear Island Company.
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thelogicalindian.comworld6 days ago
India’s food regulator issues nine notices to Swiggy’s Instamart unit
India’s food regulator issued nine notices to Swiggy Ltd.’s quick commerce unit Instamart after receiving consumer complaints about expired, spoiled, and contaminated food products. The action follows reports of non-compliant items supplied through the platform.
forbes.comworld6 days ago
Cambodia plans tiger reintroduction in Cardamom Mountains
Cambodian officials are considering a plan to bring tigers from India into the Cardamom Mountains. Villagers who recall past attacks have expressed safety concerns. Biologists have warned that the animals may lack sufficient prey.
deccanchronicle.comworld7 days ago
Protests follow rape and murder of 11-year-old girl in West Bengal
An 11-year-old girl was found raped and murdered near Kolkata on Sunday. A mob lynched an innocent man, and police later killed the main suspect during an alleged escape attempt.
news18.comsports6 days agoUpdated
India Reach 285 All Out After Ecclestone Takes Three Wickets in Six Balls
England bowler Sophie Ecclestone claimed three wickets in six balls to end India's first innings at 285 on the opening day of the first women's Test at Lord's. England had won the toss and elected to bowl first under clear skies.
world7 days ago
Community Screenings of 'Satluj' Spread in Punjab After Platform Removal
Villagers in Punjab are holding public viewings of the film 'Satluj' after it was removed from the ZEE5 streaming platform. The movie depicts the investigation by rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra into disappearances during the 1980s and 1990s insurgency.
techjuice.pkfinance7 days ago
India Directs ONGC to Build New Crude Storage Site
India’s government has asked state-owned Oil and Natural Gas Corp to construct and fill a new strategic petroleum reserve holding 1.75 million tons of crude. The project follows an energy supply crunch that raised fuel prices and inflation in the world’s third-largest oil importe…
The Guardiansports7 days ago
Big Bash League to open 2026-27 season with match in India
The opening match of Australia's Big Bash League will be played in Chennai on 12 December. The game between Melbourne Renegades and Perth Scorchers marks the first time a foreign franchise league will stage a match in India.
pewresearch.orgpolitics7 days ago
Indian-Born Residents Form Largest Foreign-Born Group in Australia
Indian-born residents now constitute the largest foreign-born population in Australia. A reception in Melbourne for the Indian prime minister drew a large crowd while migration policy remains under discussion.
news.google.comworld8 days ago
China and India-linked hacking groups targeted Pakistani law enforcement, report says
A report found that hacking groups linked to China and India carried out cyberattacks against Pakistani police and security agencies. The intrusions focused on law enforcement systems in multiple provinces.
The Japan Timesworld8 days ago
Cambodia Approves Tiger Reintroduction Plan from India Starting 2027 Despite Local Concerns
The environment ministry endorsed a plan to bring tigers to Cardamom National Park after a decade of local extinction. The project carries a budget of nearly $43 million through 2030 and faces questions over prey and local input.
freepressjournal.inpolitics8 days ago
Seychelles presents new award to Indian prime minister during June visit
The Seychelles created a new civilian honor for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his June 27-29 visit. The certificate contained spelling errors that officials later attributed to a working draft.
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Yonhapworld8 days ago
South Korea, Andhra Pradesh Officials Meet in Seoul on Business Ties
Deputy Foreign Minister Chung Eui-hae met Andhra Pradesh minister Nara Lokesh in Seoul on July 9 to discuss cooperation and support for Korean companies in the state. Lokesh is visiting through July 11 under a Seoul exchange program.
sammobile.compolitics8 days ago
Indian Prime Minister Visits Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Indonesia on Monday and Australia on Wednesday as part of a six-day Asia-Pacific trip. He will conclude the visit in New Zealand.
interestingengineering.combusiness9 days ago
Global Nuclear Capacity Projected to Rise 44 Percent by 2036, Led by China
BloombergNEF projects world nuclear power capacity will reach 535 gigawatts by 2036, up from 372 gigawatts at the end of 2025. China is expected to lead the expansion and surpass the United States.
forbes.combusiness9 days ago
Reserve Bank of India Maintains Call to Bar Banks From Crypto After Earlier Ban Was Overturned
The central bank maintains its stance favoring a ban on cryptocurrency holdings and trading by banks. Tax authorities highlight underreporting and tracking difficulties with offshore platforms. Policymakers cite risks of capital outflows amid India's energy import dependence.
rediff.comworld9 days ago
Graduate Launches Cockroach Janta Party After Chief Justice Remark
An engineering graduate created a parody political platform called the Cockroach Janta Party after India's chief justice reportedly compared government critics to cockroaches. The platform gained more than 30,000 members within 24 hours of its launch on X.
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indianexpress.comworld9 days ago
India Reports Child Sexual Abuse Imagery in Platform Ads
Indian authorities identified exploitative content appearing in advertisements on a major social media platform. The company that operates the service said it is in contact with officials.
The Independentsports9 days ago
England Scores 201 for Seven to Beat India by 125 Runs in T20 Match
Phil Salt scored 70 runs as England reached 201 for seven. Jofra Archer and Josh Tongue then took seven wickets to dismiss India for 76.
newslaundry.compolitics10 days ago
Gen Z Protesters in Delhi Demand Job and Political Reforms from Modi's Government
Indian Gen Z demonstrators in Delhi have adopted the name 'cockroaches' after a judge's insult. They are pressing Prime Minister Modi's government for political accountability and job reforms as youth unemployment rises.
BBC Newsworld10 days ago
Ayodhya Ram Temple Trust Replaces General Secretary After Theft Allegations
The trust that manages the Ram temple in Ayodhya accepted the resignation of its general secretary and appointed an interim replacement after allegations that donations had been stolen. A state investigation team examined the claims and police registered an embezzlement case nami…
cnbc.combusiness10 days ago
Trent Shares Drop Over 11% After Revenue Growth Falls Short of Forecasts, Yet Remain Up 4% This Year
Cnbc reported that shares of the Indian retailer dropped more than 11% on Tuesday after first-quarter revenue rose 19%, below expectations. The Tata Group company operates 1,312 Westside and Zudio stores.
news.google.comfinance10 days ago
India's June fuel use fell 3.7% from May while crude imports hit a record 5 million barrels a day
India's total fuel consumption declined to 19.24 million metric tons in June 2026, down 3.7% from May and 3.1% from June 2025. Gasoline and diesel sales rose year-on-year while crude imports hit a record 5 million barrels per day. OilPrice.com reported the figures from India's oi…
news.google.comfinance11 days ago
India Power Demand Forecast to Rise 6% Annually Through 2030
A brokerage report projects Indian electricity consumption will increase about 6% each year for the next four to five years. The growth is tied to continued additions of renewable capacity.
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Six Killed as Dilapidated Mumbai Building Collapses Amid Heavy Monsoon Rain
A dilapidated residential building collapsed on Sunday in eastern Mumbai, killing six people including five children. South China Morning Post reported that more than 200 millimeters of rain fell in 24 hours, disrupting roads, flights and trains.
Japan Timesworld11 days ago
Northeast Indian Students Enroll in Japanese Classes for Caregiver Jobs
Young adults in Mizoram are taking Japanese-language courses to seek employment in Japan. An Indian educational startup operates a training program in Aizawl focused on caregiver positions.
cnbc.combusiness13 days ago
India Lifts Emergency Curbs on Natural Gas Supply
India has removed emergency restrictions on natural gas supply that were enacted after LNG disruptions tied to the Middle East crisis. The change was confirmed through an official government notification.
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thehindubusinessline.comtechnology13 days ago
India semiconductor plant begins production of 200 million chips annually
A new semiconductor manufacturing unit operated by CG Power & Industrial Solutions Ltd. has started production. The facility has an annual capacity of 200 million chips.
South China Morning Postworld13 days ago
Temples in India receive robotic elephants as some replace live animals in rituals
Peta and other groups have given about 40 animatronic elephants to temples in India. Each costs roughly US$6,000 and is built from fibreglass, iron and rubber. South China Morning Post reported the details on July 4, 2026.
dawn.comworld13 days ago
Over 100 Indian and Pakistani figures sign letter urging restart of diplomatic talks
More than 100 public figures from India and Pakistan have signed a letter calling for renewed talks between the two countries after an extended period without direct communication.
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news.sky.combusiness14 days ago
Instagram ran ads linking to child sexual abuse material on Telegram in India
BBC Eye investigators documented roughly 30 unique Instagram ads that used terms such as "rape video" and "child video" and directed users to Telegram channels selling the material for as little as 99 rupees. After the BBC reported the ads, Instagram initially declined to remove…
cnbc.comfinance14 days ago
India Crude Stocks Reach 104 Million Barrels After Record June Imports
India's total crude inventories reached 104 million barrels by the end of June 2026. Imports hit a record 5 million barrels per day that month, with 2.6 million barrels per day sourced from Russia.
freepressjournal.inworld14 days ago
Indian temples receive robotic elephants to replace live animals
Nonprofit groups have donated about 40 robotic elephants to temples in India. The fiberglass and rubber models cost roughly $6,000 each and perform limited movements. Some temple officials and devotees have accepted the devices while others continue to prefer live elephants.
freepressjournal.inworld14 days ago
Some Kerala Temples Adopt Robotic Elephants for Festivals While Others Retain Live Animals
Life-size robotic elephants built from fiberglass, iron and rubber have been placed at Hindu temples in India's Kerala state for use in festivals. Nonprofits including PETA have donated about 40 units at roughly $6,000 each. The shift follows nine deaths from elephant rampages at…
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news.google.comfinance14 days ago
India Coal Power Generation Rose 14 Percent in June
Coal-fired electricity output reached 120.20 billion kWh last month, the highest share since November 2023. Hotter, drier weather increased demand while hydropower and gas generation declined.
Semaforworld14 days ago
India and Japan Leaders Meet, Announce Nearly 120 Business Deals and $10 Billion in Japanese Investment
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi met July 2 in New Delhi. They highlighted nearly 120 business agreements and more than $10 billion in Japanese investment. Companies from both nations ran welcoming newspaper advertisements.
Fortunefinance14 days ago
India and Japan Agree to Expand Defense and Economic Cooperation
India and Japan reached new agreements on defense technology, artificial intelligence, semiconductors and maritime security during bilateral talks. The two countries also adopted a joint roadmap on economic security and reaffirmed their commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific.
freepressjournal.inbusiness15 days ago
India Plans Stake Sales in Eight State Firms After Oil-Price Spike from Iran War
India is speeding up plans to sell stakes in eight state-owned companies, including major insurers and banks, to raise billions of dollars. The sales aim to cover higher energy import bills after supply disruptions from the Iran war.
The Independentworld15 days ago
India Plans Mission to Recover Body Known as Green Boots from Everest
India announced plans last month to retrieve the remains of a climber who died on Mount Everest in 1996. The body, nicknamed Green Boots, lies on the mountain's north side in the death zone. Recovery operations face technical, logistical, and regulatory challenges.
news.google.comworld15 days ago
India Orders WhatsApp to Pause Username Feature; Company Cites Safety Tools and Questions Legal Basis
India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology ordered WhatsApp on July 1 to halt rollout of a username feature. The notice requires a response within three days or potential action under the Information Technology Act. WhatsApp said the feature is not live and will l…
The Independentworld15 days ago
Indian Government Seeks Recovery of Dorje Morup Body from Everest by September
Indian authorities have begun hiring specialists to retrieve the remains of climber Dorje Morup from Mount Everest's northern route. The operation requires Chinese approval and targets completion by the end of September 2026.