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Many private and corporate schools across Telangana are closed today, July 10, 2026, because of a statewide bandh organised by student groups, while the state government has not declared an official holiday. Government schools have received no closure notification, although protests may affect normal operations. The bandh has been called over school consolidation plans, fee regulation, and vacancies in the education department. Parents have been advised to verify school operations directly with individual institutions.

Microsoft President Brad Smith criticizes the US government's recent AI model crackdowns. He stated the administration regulated advanced technology without necessary transparency or proper rules. The Commerce Department initially restricted Anthropic and OpenAI AI models citing cybersecurity risks. While the government's concern was legitimate, Smith argued the approach lacked appropriate regulatory tools. He hopes for a more balanced and effective future regulatory conversation.

Kylian Mbappe's penalty was delayed for over three minutes by a VAR review. The France captain's initial penalty attempt was then comfortably saved by the goalkeeper. Despite the missed opportunity, Mbappe scored France's opening goal in the second half. He also assisted Ousmane Dembele for the second goal in their victory. This win secured France's place in the World Cup semifinals for a third consecutive time.

"Stepping into the MCG evokes two simultaneous emotions for any Indian. First, the thrill of an India-Australia match and second, the realisation that, in both our nations, cricket is not merely a sport but a shared passion. Yet, today, there is no pressure of a 'last-over finish.' Instead, there is only the joy of the game, the warmth of our friendship, and the energy of future champions," PM Modi said.​​

Four alleged shooters linked to gangster Deepak Nandal were killed in a fierce gun battle. The encounter occurred after the suspects targeted a businessman's residence with extortion demands. Police retaliated in self-defense after the accused opened fire and attempted to escape. Three police personnel sustained bullet injuries during the intense exchange of gunfire. Investigators recovered five pistols, including three foreign-made weapons, from the encounter site.

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Oil prices saw a slight decrease but are set for significant weekly gains. Renewed military exchanges between the United States and Iran kept crude supply concerns elevated. The conflict has delayed the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical energy chokepoint. Worries over slowing global demand and inflation are limiting sharper price rallies. Producer price inflation in China surged, increasing pressure on manufacturers.

AIBE 21 final answer key 2026: The Bar Council of India (BCI) is scheduled to release the AIBE 21 Final Answer Key 2026 on July 10, 2026, following the completion of the objection review process. The AIBE 21 results are expected between July 15 and July 18. Candidates can download the revised answer key from the official portal and check qualifying marks. The BCI has also outlined the Certificate of Practice issuance process, including digital verification, physical distribution and document collection guidelines.

Kylian Mbappé has moved ahead of Lionel Messi in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Golden Boot race despite both stars being level on eight goals. FIFA’s tiebreaker rules favour Mbappé due to his three assists compared to Messi’s one. With Erling Haaland and Harry Kane still in contention, the battle for the tournament’s top scorer remains wide open.

Kylian Mbappe achieved a rare FIFA World Cup feat by scoring and assisting against Morocco. He joined Lionel Messi in an exclusive club after a remarkable all-round performance. Mbappe recovered from a missed penalty to score his eighth goal of the tournament. He also provided an assist for Ousmane Dembele's crucial second goal. France advanced to the semifinals, continuing their title defense in the competition.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani urged residents to reduce electricity use. He asked people to adjust AC settings and limit unnecessary power consumption. The city is also implementing similar measures in government buildings. Officials aim to reduce pressure on the power grid during the heat wave. This appeal comes as electricity demand rises across New York City.

Palm Beach International Airport officially became President Donald J. Trump International Airport on Thursday. The renaming legislation was signed earlier this year by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Trump Force One, owned by The Trump Organisation, was the first aircraft to land. Eric Trump expressed pride in the honor bestowed upon his father. The renaming is part of a broader effort to place Trump's name on public infrastructure.

Carlos Alcaraz has been ruled out of the 2026 National Bank Open in Montréal, extending his injury absence to nearly four months following right-wrist tenosynovitis sustained at the Barcelona Open. Despite forfeiting 4,800 ranking points and facing a growing threat from Alexander Zverev in the live standings, the 23-year-old is taking a measured approach to his comeback. Back on court with an unstrung racket, Alcaraz shared a positive update on Instagram. Cincinnati remains his target return event, with the US Open to follow.

England secured the T20I series with a commanding nine-wicket victory over India. Captain Shreyas Iyer acknowledged the team fell short in all aspects of the game. India posted 158/7 after recovering from an early top-order collapse. England chased down the target quickly thanks to a strong partnership. Iyer expressed disappointment despite his personal unbeaten knock.

After wrapping up its first week in theaters, Alia Bhatt's action thriller Alpha has grossed an impressive Rs 79.21 crore globally. Out of this, Rs 56.66 crore came from the Indian box office, while the film garnered Rs 22.55 crore internationally. With a net income of Rs 47.55 crore in India alone, Alpha showcased consistent performance throughout the weekdays, further establishing Alia Bhatt's notable status in the film industry.

England secured their first bilateral T20I series victory against India. Harry Brook's team achieved this landmark after a commanding nine-wicket win. This defeat marked India's first back-to-back series loss since early 2019. Brook and Phil Salt's unbeaten 146-run partnership powered the chase. England's clinical chase entered their own record books.

Kylian Mbappé missed the first World Cup penalty of his career during France's 2-0 quarter-final win over Morocco, becoming only the second French player to fail from the spot in regulation time at the tournament. After a lengthy VAR review and Yassine Bounou's save, Mbappé bounced back with a stunning second-half goal to send France into the semi-finals.

A British teacher died after a hair transplant procedure in Turkey. He developed convulsions and cardiac arrest following local anaesthetic administration. The coroner suggested Local Anaesthetic Systemic Toxicity as a possible cause. This rare condition can affect the brain and heart, becoming life-threatening. Experts urge careful consideration of all medical procedure risks.