As schools reopen in July 2025, students begin the new academic session with excitement and several holidays to look forward to. With Muharram expected on July 7, many schools may remain closed. Additionally, Sunday holidays, monsoon-related local closures, and significant observances such as Bakrid, World Youth Skills Day, and Kargil Vijay Diwas make the month eventful. Students are also engaging in creative and skill-based activities, making the most of their holiday time.
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Tensions flared on Day 3 of the Edgbaston Test when Yashasvi Jaiswal was given out LBW, prompting a late review. England captain Ben Stokes contested the timing of the DRS call, leading to a heated discussion with the umpires and KL Rahul. Despite the drama and crowd's reaction, the review confirmed Jaiswal's dismissal.
Tejashwi Yadav alleges a BJP conspiracy to impose President's Rule in Bihar post-election, claiming Amit Shah's support for Nitish Kumar is temporary. He accuses the Election Commission of disenfranchising the poor through electoral roll revisions, alleging bias towards the BJP and RSS. The upcoming assembly election pits the NDA against the Mahagathbandhan in a high-stakes battle.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a televised address, warned of targeting US military bases in the Middle East if attacked, claiming victory after striking a US base in Qatar. He dismissed Trump's demands and asserted Iran's capability to strike American facilities. Netanyahu proclaimed a historic victory for Israel, vowing continued collaboration with Trump against common enemies.
India’s bowling coach Morne Morkel praised Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep's performance after their crucial breakthroughs kept the visitors in command. The task for India on the final day is straightforward: take the remaining seven wickets and seal their first-ever Test win at Edgbaston Cricket Ground in Birmingham.
Amidst the ongoing language debate, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) advocates for primary education in local languages. This statement follows the rollback of the three-language policy by Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu. The RSS emphasizes that all Indian languages are national languages.
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Muharram processions in Bihar's Gopalganj and Katihar districts were marred by clashes on Sunday. In Gopalganj's Manjha, a dispute between akharas over stunt performances led to a minor injury. Meanwhile, in Katihar's Naya Tola, stone-pelting and vandalism occurred near a temple during a procession, but authorities quickly brought the situation under control, with no injuries reported.
A five-storey building in Shimla's Mathu Colony, near Chamyana Super Specialty Hospital, collapsed due to incessant rain. Videos circulating on social media captured the rapid collapse of the structure. Fortunately, the building was vacant, and no casualties were reported. The meteorological department has issued a red alert for Himachal Pradesh for the next three days.