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Arrest of special educators in drug trafficking case: Kerala Police initiate property forfeiture proceedings

Hindu - Thu, 07/30/2026 - 08:13
Police say the action is aimed at depriving the accused of assets allegedly amassed through illicit trafficking and disrupting financial incentives sustaining organised drug networks
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'Jana Nayagan': Vijay and Pooja Hegde starrer stays steady

Times of India - Thu, 07/30/2026 - 08:12
Jana Nayagan continues its strong box office performance, crossing Rs 150 crore net. The Vijay starrer is holding steady and showing good collections on weekdays. Industry trackers anticipate a further boost during the upcoming second weekend. With no major competition, the film is expected to attract family audiences. Makers may soon release an official box office update for eager fans.
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Why electric cars may handle flooded roads better than petrol and diesel vehicles

Times of India - Thu, 07/30/2026 - 08:07
Electric vehicles offer greater resilience in urban flooding situations. Their sealed motors and battery packs prevent catastrophic engine damage common in petrol cars. Modern EVs meet stringent waterproofing standards, minimizing electrical risks during waterlogged commutes. While deep submersion poses risks for all vehicles, EVs are engineered to withstand typical flood conditions. This engineering advantage makes them a more intelligent choice for India's changing weather patterns.
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Centre denies financial aid for Kerala’s Port City project citing lack of feasibility study, DPR

Hindu - Thu, 07/30/2026 - 08:06
In a communication to Kerala government, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal states the memorandum did not include a feasibility study, techno-economic report, or DPR for projects listed in proposal
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What is the rationale behind Cauvery panel’s decision on release of water to Tamil Nadu? | Explained

Hindu - Thu, 07/30/2026 - 08:05
The committee took into account net inflow to the four reservoirs in Karnataka during the current season and compared it with 30-year data. CWRC chief Vineet Gupta told The Hindu that there is a 60% shortfall in the reservoirs
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'Why is Amit Shah scared?' Rahul on 'brutal violence' against student protesters

Times of India - Thu, 07/30/2026 - 08:01
Rahul Gandhi intensified his attack on Union home minister Amit Shah. He alleged that Shah's absence from Parliament reeks of guilt. Gandhi demanded a Supreme Court-monitored probe into alleged police brutalities. He shared videos purportedly showing police action against student protesters. Opposition MPs also protested alleged police action and temple donation embezzlement.
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SIT takes suspended CI into custody in Sai Krishna custodial death case

Hindu - Thu, 07/30/2026 - 07:56
S.S.V.V. Nagaraju, the main accused, was moved from judicial remand at Rajamahendravaram to Vijayawada, where the SIT began questioning him under a seven-day custody order from the Supreme Court
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Gaur kills 68-year-old at Kulathupuzha in Kerala

Hindu - Thu, 07/30/2026 - 07:54
Incident ignites fresh outrage among local residents who have long warned of escalating wild gaur menace in their backyards
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Kerala govt not keen to pursue NEET protest cases, exploring their withdrawal: Ramesh Chennithala

Hindu - Thu, 07/30/2026 - 07:54
However, Home Minister indicates that if any of the cases involve offences of serious criminal nature, those may not be withdrawn
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E20 Fuel in India: What is its impact on vehicles and why is it not cheaper than petrol? | Explained

Hindu - Thu, 07/30/2026 - 07:51
Experts say that the concerns associated with E20 are largely confined to older vehicles that were not designed or calibrated for higher ethanol blends
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11 police personnel killed in overnight attack in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Times of India - Thu, 07/30/2026 - 07:47
A major militant attack occurred overnight on a police post in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Eleven police personnel and fifteen attackers died during the fierce exchange of gunfire. The Khazina police post in Hangu district was the target of this significant assault. Security forces fought back, killing the militants and repelling the attack. This incident highlights the ongoing rise in militant violence in the region.
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Lokesh dares Jagan for debate on DSC, again

Hindu - Thu, 07/30/2026 - 07:40
At a meeting in Adoni, the Minister said the TDP had recruited 2,00,000 teachers over the years and filled 16,000 posts despite 250 lawsuits, and accused Mr. Jagan Mohan Reddy of claiming credit for the Bhogapuram airport only after its inauguration was announced
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'Criticise govt, don't denigrate India': Harish Salve on dissent and social media

Times of India - Thu, 07/30/2026 - 07:36
Speaking at the AK Sen Memorial Lecture and Photograph Unveiling Ceremony organised by the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA), Salve said holding those in power accountable is necessary in a constitutional democracy. Several senior members of the legal fraternity attended the ceremony. SCBA President and Senior Advocate Vikas Singh paid tribute to Sen's contribution to the legal profession, while Attorney General for India R. Venkataramani also spoke about his legacy.
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Madras High Court denies anticipatory bail to DMK MLA Senthilbalaji

Hindu - Thu, 07/30/2026 - 07:31
Justice G.K. Ilanthiraiyan dismisses his advance bail plea after State Public Prosecutor said that a minimum loss of ₹100 crore had been caused to the public exchequer and therefore, the case required custodial interrogation
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Bihar man beheads sister-in-law over delay in serving food, hangs head from tree

Times of India - Thu, 07/30/2026 - 07:23
A woman was allegedly killed by her brother-in-law in Jehanabad district on Tuesday. The accused reportedly attacked her with an axe after a dispute over food. He then allegedly hung her severed head from a banyan tree near his home. Villagers discovered the gruesome scene and alerted the local police. The accused was apprehended by villagers and handed over to the authorities.
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No abnormality in fuel switch of Air India’s Boeing 787 grounded in February, Centre tells Parliament

Hindu - Thu, 07/30/2026 - 07:22
Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol says inspections conducted at the OEM’s facility in Seattle found no defect in the fuel control switch, which has come under scrutiny after the AI 171 crash in Ahmedabad
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Kerala HC seeks State’s response on actor Ansiba Hassan’s petition against Magistrate’s order

Hindu - Thu, 07/30/2026 - 07:13
HC admits petition by Ansiba Hassan challenging order of Judicial First Class Magistrate Court, Ernakulam, which refused to register a case based on her complaint against a video allegedly containing sexually coloured and defamatory statements made against her
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Ajinkya Rahane fights back tears as he bids farewell to international cricket

Times of India - Thu, 07/30/2026 - 07:13
Ajinkya Rahane signed off his Test career with 5,077 runs at an average of 38.46, including 12 centuries and 26 half-centuries. In 90 ODIs, he scored 2,962 runs at 35.26, with three centuries and 24 fifties, while he made 375 runs in 20 T20Is. The right-handed batter made his India debut against England in 2011.
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