Economy National
The Reserve Bank of India will conduct an auction of government bonds worth ₹32,000 crore on July 10 as part of the Centre’s market borrowing programme. RBI Government Bond Auction On July 10 The auction will include dated Government of India securities with settlement scheduled for July 13. The borrowing will be raised through the […]
Automobile
An ARAI-linked report has raised fresh concerns over the use of E20 petrol in vehicles originally designed for E10 fuel, particularly over rubber fuel-system components in older vehicles. E20 Petrol Compatibility Concerns The report said vehicles designed for E10 petrol may face durability concerns if they are operated on E20 fuel over a longer period. […]
International
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has called for an international legal ban on lethal autonomous weapons, warning that machines must not be allowed to select targets and take human lives without human control. Killer Robots Ban Urged By UN Chief Guterres said lethal autonomous weapon systems, often described as “killer robots,” represent a major ethical and […]
International
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has warned alliance members to submit credible defence spending plans, saying the bloc has ways to ensure countries meet their commitments. NATO Defence Spending Plans Rutte urged NATO allies to present “clear, concrete and credible” plans to meet the alliance’s new defence spending target. His warning comes as members face growing […]
International
Pakistan’s top military leadership has said it will take all necessary measures to secure the country’s water share under the Indus Waters Treaty, sharpening tensions with India over the long-running water-sharing pact. Pakistan Army On Indus Water Treaty The statement came after Pakistan’s 276th Corps Commanders’ Conference, chaired by Chief of Defence Forces Asim Munir.
International
US President Donald Trump has warned that Washington would either reach a deal with Iran or “finish the job,” renewing the possibility of military action as diplomatic efforts remain stalled. Trump Iran Deal Warning Trump made the remarks at the White House, saying the United States preferred a negotiated agreement with Iran but was prepared […]
International
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Indonesia is expected to give fresh momentum to India-Indonesia defence cooperation, with the proposed BrahMos missile deal emerging as a key focus of the bilateral talks. India Indonesia Defence Cooperation India’s envoy to Indonesia, Sandeep Chakravorty, said there could be “good news” on the BrahMos missile deal during or […]
State News West India
Heavy rainfall in Lonavala triggered multiple landslides across Pune district, disrupting rail traffic on the Mumbai-Pune route and prompting authorities to monitor vulnerable ghat areas closely. Lonavala Heavy Rainfall Triggers Landslides Lonavala recorded 670 mm of rainfall in the 24-hour period ending at 7 am on Monday, July 6, 2026, after an intense monsoon spell […]
International
Reuters reported that Pakistan has quietly begun mediating between Libya’s rival eastern and western power centres, in a diplomatic push that could strengthen Islamabad’s international profile if successful. Pakistan Libya Mediation Effort The reported mediation comes after Pakistan was credited by the Trump administration for helping facilitate an interim understanding