UIDAI clarifies Aadhaar validity The Unique Identification Authority of India has clarified that all official forms of Aadhaar carry the same validity. This means Aadhaar Letter, e-Aadhaar, Aadhaar PVC Card, and Aadhaar available through the Aadhaar App can all be used as valid identity proof wherever Aadhaar is accepted. The clarification is important becaus

Baruipur Case: Key Accused Killed During Police Crime Scene Reconstruction Kolkata, July 8, 2026: The Baruipur minor girl case in West Bengal took a major turn after key accused Prabash Mondal was killed in a police encounter during a crime scene reconstruction exercise, officials said. According to police, Mondal allegedly snatched a service weapon from a police officer, fired at the police team, and attempted to escape. Police said they retaliated, lea

DMK Moves Child Rights Panel Against Minister Keerthana Over School Visit Row DMK MP Rajathi alias Salma has filed a complaint with the NCPCR against Tamil Nadu Minister S Keerthana over a government school visit row. The complaint alleges that a minor student was embarrassed during an English interaction and that the video was circulated without protecting the child’s identity.   Complaint Filed With NCPCR DMK MP Raja

Pune Building Collapse: 15 Feared Trapped At Moshi Waste-To-Energy Site After Heavy Rain Around 15 people are feared trapped after a portion of a building collapsed in Pune’s Pimpri-Chinchwad area on Wednesday afternoon, July 8, 2026. The incident took place in Moshi, where rescue teams, police, fire brigade officials, and ambulances were rushed to the site. Rescue Operation Underway In Moshi According to officials, the col

Revathy, Padmapriya Quit Association of Malayalam Movie Artists Over Safety And Accountability Issues Actors Revathy and Padmapriya Janakiraman have resigned from the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA), citing concerns over safety, dignity, accountability, and equal treatment in the Malayalam film industry. Their resignation highlights growing questions over whether AMMA has done enough to address workplace safety and structural inequality fac

IIM Bangalore To Open Indonesia Campus As India Expands Education Footprint Abroad India’s higher education push overseas is gaining fresh momentum, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi announcing that the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore will set up a campus in Indonesia. The announcement was made in Jakarta on July 7, 2026, during a joint press statement with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. The proposed IIM Bangalore Indo

Andhra Pradesh Plans India’s First AI-Powered Tourism Push With NiVU AI July 7, 2026: Andhra Pradesh is preparing to become what the state government has described as India’s first AI-powered tourism state, with the rollout of the NiVU AI platform across major tourist destinations. Tourism Minister Kandula Durgesh stated that the initiative is part of the state’s broader Swarna Andhra Vision-2047 plan, aiming to make travel more interactive, m

Argentina Beat Egypt 3-2 In Historic World Cup Comeback Argentina staged a historic late comeback to beat Egypt 3-2 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16, with Messi, Romero, and Enzo Fernandez keeping their quarterfinal hopes alive. Argentina Complete Stunning Late Turnaround Argentina produced a memorable comeback in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16, defeating Egypt 3-2 after trailing for most of the match. The defendin

YouTuber Raavan arrested for fifth time in six days YouTuber Raavan has been arrested for the fifth time in just six days, extending a series of legal actions linked to his alleged remarks against Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan. The latest arrest came shortly after he secured bail in another case, keeping the controversy in the spotlight.   Fresh arrest after securing bail According to police, Raavan

Rayalaseema gains focus in Andhra’s industrial growth plan Rayalaseema is moving into the spotlight as Andhra Pradesh pushes a wider industrial development strategy aimed at taking investment beyond traditional growth centres. The region has attracted proposed investments of more than Rs 4.58 lakh crore across over 275 projects, according to reported government-linked figures. The pipeline includes 172 SIPB-approved projects and 103 proposals connected to the CI

Twin tornadoes bring rare destruction to Hubei At least 11 people were killed, and one person remained missing after powerful tornadoes and severe storms struck China’s Hubei province on Monday evening, July 6, 2026. More than 330 people were injured as the storm system moved across parts of central China, damaging homes, vehicles, trees, and power infrastructure. The hardest-hit areas included Huangshi, Huanggang, Ezhou, and Xianning, where strong win

Dhanush fan club flag sparks fresh political speculation Dhanush’s fan club has unveiled an official flag, triggering a wave of discussion across social media and entertainment circles. The move has led many fans to wonder whether the actor could be preparing for a possible political entry, although there has been no official confirmation from Dhanush or his team so far. The development was first reported on July 6, 2026, and has since become a talking point bec

Ronaldo’s World Cup journey ends in heartbreak Cristiano Ronaldo’s final FIFA World Cup appearance ended in disappointment as Portugal was knocked out by Spain in the Round of 16. Spain won the tense contest 1-0 in Arlington, Texas, with substitute Mikel Merino scoring in stoppage time to send his team into the quarter-finals. Ronaldo delays Portugal future decision After the defeat, Ronaldo confirmed that this was his la

Naidu pushes district growth mapping in Andhra Pradesh Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has directed officials to prepare district economic profiles within two months to identify growth opportunities across the State. The move is aimed at mapping sector-wise strengths and creating focused development plans for each district.

Shapoor Zadran dies at 38 after prolonged illness Former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran has died at the age of 38 after a prolonged illness, marking a painful moment for Afghanistan cricket. The Afghanistan Cricket Board confirmed his death on Tuesday, with several reports stating that he had been undergoing treatment in India for a rare immune disorder. A pioneer of Afghanistan’s cricket rise Zadran was among the e