The Monsoon Session of Parliament is set to commence, featuring 15 bills for consideration, including key legislation on finance, commerce, and income tax. A new digital attendance system will be implemented for MPs, enhancing transparency. Discussions are anticipated on Operation Sindoor and international relations, alongside debates on crucial policy updates across various sectors.
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A recent 'honeymoon murder' in Meghalaya mirrors a 2003 case where a woman and her lover were convicted for killing her fiancé. The Supreme Court, while upholding the life sentence, reflected on the societal pressures driving women to such crimes.
Despite retiring from Test and T20I cricket, Virat Kohli's exceptional cricketing acumen continues to be lauded. Freddie Wilde, an RCB team analyst, highlighted Kohli's strategic brilliance, noting how his instincts often align with data analytics during team meetings. Kohli's ability to grasp nuances beyond data showcases his genius, complementing his remarkable ODI and IPL records.
Rahul Gandhi defended Robert Vadra against ED's chargesheet, denouncing it as a politically motivated witch-hunt by the BJP government. Congress launched a full-fledged defense, asserting Vadra's innocence and highlighting the absence of illegality in the land deal. A Delhi court has taken up the money laundering chargesheet against Vadra and others, scheduling it for document verification and consideration in July.
The Supreme Court has assured the producers of 'Udaipur Files: Kanhaiya Lal Tailor Murder' that it will promptly hear their plea against the Delhi High Court's stay on the film's release. The film, based on the Kanhaiyalal beheading, had been cleared by the censor board with cuts.
Bengaluru was thrown into a state of alarm on Friday morning as approximately 40 private schools received bomb threats via email, prompting immediate responses from bomb disposal squads and police. Following similar threats in Delhi, authorities initiated thorough checks and precautionary evacuations to ensure the safety of students and staff.
Apple significantly ramped up iPhone production and exports from India in the first half of 2025, driven by diversification efforts. Production surged by 53% to 23.9 million units, while exports increased by 52% to 22.88 million units, valued at $22.56 billion.
India faces injury concerns ahead of the fourth Test in Manchester, with Nitish Kumar Reddy potentially ruled out due to a knee injury. Arshdeep Singh and Akash Deep are also being monitored. Anshul Kamboj has been called up as cover. The team might rely on Shardul Thakur and Washington Sundar to step up, especially with uncertainty around Rishabh Pant's recovery.
Following recent cross-border hostilities, India and Pakistan continue strategic posturing by issuing Notams to reserve airspace for exercises. The IAF plans air combat drills near the border from July 23-25, while Pakistan has issued Notams for its central and southern regions, reflecting ongoing tensions after the May conflict triggered by India's strikes on terror hubs.
A parolee, Chandan Mishra, facing murder charges, was attacked by a rival gang at a Patna hospital while receiving treatment. Patna police are collaborating with Buxar police to identify the shooters, possessing their photographs. This incident adds to a series of shootings in Bihar, intensifying criticism of the state government's law and order management ahead of upcoming elections.