India Approves QDENGA Dengue Vaccine for People Aged 4–60 India has approved Takeda’s QDENGA as its first authorised dengue vaccine for people aged 4–60. The live-attenuated vaccine targets all four dengue virus serotypes and is administered in two doses, three months apart. India has approved QDENGA, making it the country’s first authorised vaccine for preventing dengue. The Drug Controller General of India has granted market authorisation for its use am

Why ITPI’s Authority Over Planning Colleges Is Under Scrutiny The ITPI planning college recognition row has renewed concerns about who can legally approve planning institutions in India. Experts say the professional body can grant membership but cannot provide statutory accreditation to colleges or academic programmes. Why ITPI’s Authority Over Planning Colleges Is Under Scrutiny The ITPI planning college recognition row

Rodri, Mbappe Head FIFA World Cup 2026 Award Winners Spain’s World Cup triumph was followed by a sweep of the leading individual honours. Rodri won the Golden Ball, Unai Simon secured the Golden Glove, and Pau Cubarsi was named Best Young Player, while Kylian Mbappe claimed the Golden Boot with 10 goals.   The FIFA World Cup 2026 full awards list was dominated by Spain after La Roja defeated Argentina 1-0 following extra time in the final on Sunday, Jul

Ferran Torres Fires Spain Past Argentina in World Cup Final Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute as Spain defeated 10-man Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the 2026 World Cup final. La Roja secured its second global title, while Lionel Messi and the defending champions fell just short in New Jersey.   Ferran Torres Fires Spain Past Argentina in World Cup Final Ferran Torres’ World Cup final goal delivered Spain their sec

 Scaloni Breaks Down as Argentina Mourns Messi's World Cup Era Argentina’s World Cup defence ended in heartbreak as Spain won the 2026 final 1-0 in extra time. Lionel Scaloni broke down during his press conference, while supporters in Buenos Aires mourned what many believe could have been Lionel Messi’s final World Cup appearance. Lionel Scaloni in Tears After World Cup Final Defeat Lionel Scaloni was overcome with e

BTS Dynamite Performance Powers Historic World Cup Halftime Show The BTS Dynamite World Cup final performance became a major highlight of FIFA’s first official final halftime show, which also featured Madonna, Justin Bieber, Shakira, Burna Boy, Coldplay, orchestras, football legends, and the Muppets. BTS's Dynamite World Cup Final Performance Energises Stadium The BTS Dynamite World Cup final performance brought K-pop energ

UDID Card Railway Concession Process: Eligibility and How to Apply The UDID card railway concession process allows eligible persons with disabilities to access discounted train travel and establish a nationally recognised disability identity. Depending on the disability category and travel class, Indian Railways may provide a ticket concession of up to 75%. However, a UDID card does not automatically make every cardholder eligible for discounted railway

Kiran Rao Supports Sonam Wangchuk as Aamir Khan Clarifies 3 Idiots Connection Bollywood personalities Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao have reacted to activist Sonam Wangchuk’s ongoing hunger strike, adding to the growing number of film industry figures expressing concern over his health. While Kiran Rao publicly supported Wangchuk and appealed for dialogue between the government and protesters, Aamir Khan urged the activist to take care of himself. The actor

India’s First Hydrogen Train Begins Operations Between Jind and Sonipat India’s first indigenously developed hydrogen-powered passenger train has begun operating on the Jind–Sonipat route in Haryana. Passengers searching for the Jind Sonipat hydrogen train timing can use the daily services numbered 74010 and 74009. Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the train at Jind railway station on July 17, 2026. The launch marks Indian Railways’ first

Jr NTR and Dhanush Murugan Films Present Two Visions of Murugan The newly announced Jr NTR and Dhanush Murugan films have placed Lord Murugan at the centre of one of South Indian cinema’s most significant cultural conversations. While Jr NTR and director Trivikram Srinivas appear to be preparing a large-scale mythological film, Dhanush and Vetri Maaran’s Thamizh Murugan is being positioned as a historical and cultural interpretation of the revered Ta

Indian Man Stabbed at Utah Mall in Alleged Anti-Muslim Attack An Indian man was stabbed more than 15 times at a Utah mall in what authorities believe was a targeted, religiously motivated attack. The victim, identified as Hyderabad resident Syed Sohailuddin, remains hospitalised after undergoing multiple surgeries. The attack took place on Monday afternoon at Valley Fair Mall in West Valley City, near Salt Lake City. Police arrested 48-year-old Peter Mic

Thailand 30-Day Visa-Free Entry for Indians Retained in 2026 Thailand’s 30-day visa-free entry for Indians will continue under the country’s revised 2026 travel policy. However, Indian passport holders will now be permitted to stay without a visa for a maximum of 30 days instead of the earlier 60-day period. The decision offers relief to Indian tourists after uncertainty over whether Thailand would completely remove India from its visa-exemption prog

Did Deepika Padukone Support Sonam Wangchuk? Viral Story Is Fake A viral Instagram screenshot claiming that Deepika Padukone publicly supported activist Sonam Wangchuk during his hunger strike is fake. No credible evidence shows that the Bollywood actor uploaded or later deleted the widely circulated Instagram Story. The manipulated screenshot spread rapidly across social media as concern grew over Wangchuk’s indefinite hunger strike at Delhi’s Janta

Sonam Wangchuk Health Monitoring Ordered as July 20 Parliament March Nears The Delhi High Court has directed authorities to regularly monitor activist Sonam Wangchuk’s health as he continues his indefinite hunger strike at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar. Despite growing concern over his physical condition, Wangchuk has urged supporters not to ask him to end the fast and instead participate in a peaceful march to Parliament on July 20, 2026. The court’s inte

TFTDDA By-Elections Set for July 26 Amid Dancers’ Union Dispute Hyderabad, July 16, 2026: The Telugu Film and Television Dancers and Dance Directors’ Association will conduct by-elections on July 26 to fill positions left vacant following the resignation of several executive committee members. The decision follows a tense General Body meeting held on July 12, during which members debated the association’s election process, administ