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Speaker flags funding gap, 59 vacancies; panel to recommend action plan for wildlife protection, legal reforms if needed

Moroccan-American referee Ismail Elfath will officiate the World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina. Elfath has previously overseen several significant matches involving Lionel Messi. Online speculation has arisen due to these past coincidences and Messi's success in those games. FIFA has defended its referees against claims of favoritism towards Argentina. Elfath's disciplinary record suggests a tightly controlled contest for both teams.

An astute politician, Padmanabham had led Andhra Pradesh’s longest social movement to restore the Backward Class status for Kapus

Nasa astronaut Anil Menon launched for his first spaceflight mission. He will spend eight months aboard the International Space Station. Menon will conduct scientific experiments and technology demonstrations. His research focuses on human adaptation to microgravity and medical advancements. This mission continues cooperation between Nasa and Roscosmos despite global tensions.

The previous highest all-time record was 33.3°C recorded in 1914 and 1926.

Mor Theophilose to be installed as first Metropolitan for new Thiruvananthapuram region on Wednesday (July 15, 2026)

A new study reveals metabolism's role in Earth's greatest marine extinction event. Organisms' oxygen use and energy generation dictated survival during this ancient crisis. Warming oceans and declining oxygen levels stressed less active ancient marine life. More mobile animals with higher energy demands better survived deteriorating conditions. This ancient shift continues to shape today's diverse ocean ecosystems.

Prepared by the Department of Health Research, the draft marks the first attempt at a unified national framework spanning biomedical science, clinical medicine, public health, epidemiology, digital health, health systems, behavioural sciences and emerging technologies.

Chief Minister says Monthly Economic Reports will strengthen evidence-based policymaking and accountability; asks officials to clear grievance backlog, intensify field visits and accelerate infrastructure and industrial development

Congress cites the CAG report, alleging the scheme was rolled out despite warnings from the State finance department about its sustainability

Ministers to announce guidelines, eligibility criteria, tenders process, implementation and other details

The judge noted the rental agreement the Society had with the building owner had expired in 2024 and as per ninth condition of the agreement, the Society was barred from sub-leasing the premises to others without the consent of the building owner