News Digest: When will Kashmir be out of its political wilderness?

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		India
		When will Kashmir be out of its political wilderness? Five years after the abrogation of Article 370, Jammu and Kashmir remains under President’s rule. There is no sign of an election to the UTs or the likely return of the promised statehood Behind India's 'bijli' revolution Union power minister argues the Narendra Modi government has freed Indians of the electricity constraint Delhi's Kyiv calculations Russia’s policy towards Ukraine is that of a colonial power. That should bring Ukraine and post-colonial India closer. This week’s MEA official’s visit may be a turning point More India News»

		Science
		In India, prisoners 5 times more at risk of developing TB: Study Study finds younger kidney cancer survivors at significant risk for heart problems Indian women finish bearing kids at an earlier age now: Study ​​One of the authors of the study, Chander Shekhar explained that this was due to two reasons. First, with women often having the first child at an older age than in the past, in cases where they have more than one child, the second child would also come later. Also, with fertility treatment becoming more common, child birth could happen late since the treatment can take time. More Science News»

		Technology
		Smart backpacks, bottles, MacBook, power banks and more: 15 gadgets that college students can buy It is that time of the year when excited freshers just out of school head to college for the first time. And then there are those who will be going back to college as well. College-goers need – some may want – certain gadgets for academics as well as for some pleasure as well. Brands like Apple, HP and others are offering some devices at discounts. Students can also snag discounts from e-commerce platforms. Here we list Apple removes these loan apps from App Store in India, here's why Apple has removed several predatory loan apps from its App Store in India after receiving complaints from users. These loan apps were found to engage in unethical practices, such as posing as financial institutions, charging high fees, and threatening borrowers for repayment. The apps were also reported to require invasive access to users' contact lists and media. Apple stated that these apps violated its rules and guidelines for the Apple Developer Program License Agreement. In 2022, the App Store declined nearly 1.7 million app submissions and prevented over $2 billion in fraudulent transactions. A thumbs-up emoji costs a man $61,000, here's why A Canadian judge has recognized the "thumbs-up" emoji as a valid form of signature. The buyer argued that the emoji indicated the seller's agreement to the contract terms, but Achter clarified that it only evidenced reception of the contract. The judge believes that courts should adapt to modern forms of communication and stated that the emoji conveys the two purposes of a signature: to identify the signatory and to show acceptance of the contract. More Technology News»

		Business
		Russian oil discount shrinks 87% to $4/barrel as sellers game shipping, insurance to skirt G7 price cap Adani raises $1.4bn from stake sale in 3 companies India's space start-ups exploring niche markets, global collaborations More Business News»

		Sports
		'Would demand same for WC': Pak minister on India playing Asia Cup at neutral venue Ehsaan Mazari, the minister in-charge of sports in Pakistan, expressed his disappointment over the Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) stance on the venue for the Asia Cup, saying that they would also demand the same for Babar Azam-led side's ODI World Cup games in India if Rohit Sharma's side doesn't travel across the border for the continental tournament. 3rd Test: Brook, Woakes drag England back into Ashes series A match-defining half-century from Harry Brook was followed by lower-order heroics from Chris Woakes and Mark Wood as England pipped Australia by three wickets in a thriller to remain alive in the Ashes series in Leeds on Sunday. Trailing 0-2 in the series, England were in a must-win situation if they were to stop Australia retaining the Ashes and on the fourth day the trio of Brook, Woakes and Wood ensured Australia were denied a series sealing win. Ind v WI: Unadkat, Mukesh, Saini in three-way fight for fifth bowler's slot As the Indian team prepares for the upcoming two-Test series, the team management finds themselves in a predicament over the selection of the third pacer. Jaydev Unadkat, Mukesh Kumar, and Navdeep Saini are locked in a three-way fight for the coveted spot in the bowling lineup. More Sports News»

		Education
		Wall of Delhi govt school collapses due to rain in Srinivaspuri Amidst the relentless downpour in the national capital, a segment of the boundary wall surrounding a Delhi government school in Srinivaspuri gave way on Sunday. Sources reveal that the school had undergone reconstruction a mere four months ago. Rajasthan Pre DElEd 2023 registration begins tomorrow, here's how to apply Starting from July 10, Education Departmental Examinations, Rajasthan will kick off the registration process for Pre D.El.Ed. Examination-2023. Those who finished 12th with a minimum aggregate of 50 percent marks or equivalent qualification from a recognized board can apply till July 30, 2023, and pay INR 400 or INR 500 for one or two papers, respectively. ICSI CSEET 2023 July session registration ends tomorrow, apply now at icsi.edu The Institute of Company Secretaries of India will conclude the online registration process for ICSI CSEET July 2023 tomorrow, July 10. Interested candidates who have not registered yet can apply through the official website of ICSI until the deadline. The exam was earlier scheduled for July 08, but it has been revised to July 30, 2023. More Education News»

		Environment
		Earth hit an unofficial record high temperature this week - and stayed there PM 2.5 levels in rural- urban regions not very different, witnessed similar trend of decline over last few years, reports Climate Trends Tuesday broke Monday's hottest-day record. Wednesday may have been hotter More Environment News»

		World
		Iran official says women can attend football league games Ticket to frustration? Visitors to Pantheon get a lesson in Roman confusion GOP prez candidate Vivek Ramaswamy leans into his Hindu faith to court Christian voters More World News»

		Environment
		Earth hit an unofficial record high temperature this week - and stayed there PM 2.5 levels in rural- urban regions not very different, witnessed similar trend of decline over last few years, reports Climate Trends Tuesday broke Monday's hottest-day record. Wednesday may have been hotter More Environment News»

		Hyderabad
		Telangana HC's Justice P Naveen Rao felicitated for pronouncing first ever Telugu judgment Rain covers country, but skies yet to open up over Telangana Modi Graft Barb Laced With Growth Cheer Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said Telangana has played a key role in making India the fifth largest economy in the world and the Centre was focusing on bolstering infrastructure in the state. He also said Kazipet has now become a proud partner of the Centre’s Make-in-India initiative.​ More Hyderabad News»

		Chandigarh
		Cabbies bear brunt as income dries up Amidst the unprecedented rainfall, tricity cabbie Ajay Verma's futile attempt to start his stalled car highlights the helplessness of drivers, who watch their vehicles and livelihood being swept away during such times. Vande Bharat Exp, flights cancelled All trains were cancelled from Kalka as well as from Shimla after multiple landslide were reported on the railway tracks on Sunday. Heavy rainfall resulted in landslide at at six places in Solan district, blocking the Kalka-Shimla Unesco World heritage track for a day. Mayhem in rural belts of Pkl dist The Panchkula MC had to use powerful motor machines to pump out water as several areas like Sector-19, Abheypur village, Industrial Area, Rajiv Colony and Indira Colony were flooded on Sunday. More Chandigarh News»

		Ahmedabad
		Daughter fiddles with father's phone, discovers his affair A 33-year-old woman from Surat on Saturday filed a complaint with Anandnagar police alleging that her husband abandoned and beat her and their 11-year-old daughter after the girl found his picture with another woman in his phone. Man moves HC after wife sells house behind his back A man has moved the Gujarat high court complaining that his wife sold his house behind his back and left him homeless. City gets 14mm of rain, sees 14 waterlogging plaints Several western city parts recorded light to moderate rainfall on Sunday, primarily in morning and early afternoon hours. Till 4pm, the city had received 14mm of rainfall. The areas with major rainfall included Ranip (26.5mm), Bodakdev (23.5mm), Chandlodia (22.5mm), Science City (21.5mm), and Bopal (15.5mm) among others. The city has so far received 48% of the seasonal rainfall. More Ahmedabad News»

		Chennai
		Chennai's power cuts: RMU issues and high demand The ring main units (RMUs), an upgraded technology to ensure uninterrupted power, had replaced transformers in many areas. Greater Chennai Corporation to relay 501 battered roads Several of these roads have also been dug up for line department work. Two Nigerians among 3 held for duping man from Chennai Police identified the accused as Hugo Francisco, 40 and Duru Clinton, 27 of Nigeria and a woman Tabitha Ana, 32, of Manipur. More Chennai News»

		Bangalore
		HC cites lack of corroborative proof, acquits man & parents A man and his parents were acquitted of murder charges by the high court, citing lack of corroborative evidence vis-a-vis the two dying declarations recorded from the wife. 105 foreigners deported in 30 mnths, 240 overstaying cases booked, says minister As of May-end this year, 678 foreign nationals who had come to Bengaluru for study, business and other purposes were illegally staying in the city after the expiry of their visas, the state government has said quoting information provided by the Foreigners' Regional Registration Office here. Allergy alert: Keep dust mites at bay to protect kids, say docs With rain pulling down the mercury level by a notch or two, it's time to snuggle inside blankets. But heavy linen, if infested with dust mites, could be the top reason for children coming down with respiratory issues. Dust mites which are insect-like pests are known to trigger indoor allergies. More Bangalore News»

		Bangalore
		HC cites lack of corroborative proof, acquits man & parents A man and his parents were acquitted of murder charges by the high court, citing lack of corroborative evidence vis-a-vis the two dying declarations recorded from the wife. 105 foreigners deported in 30 mnths, 240 overstaying cases booked, says minister As of May-end this year, 678 foreign nationals who had come to Bengaluru for study, business and other purposes were illegally staying in the city after the expiry of their visas, the state government has said quoting information provided by the Foreigners' Regional Registration Office here. Allergy alert: Keep dust mites at bay to protect kids, say docs With rain pulling down the mercury level by a notch or two, it's time to snuggle inside blankets. But heavy linen, if infested with dust mites, could be the top reason for children coming down with respiratory issues. Dust mites which are insect-like pests are known to trigger indoor allergies. More Bangalore News»

		Mumbai
		Thrice unlucky: Finally, three bidders for GMLR project The BMC has received bids from three companies for the construction of twin tunnels for its ambitious Goregaon Mulund Link Road project. Ahead of World Population Day, focus on India's family planning pioneer No cabin in this women-led Nariman Point office has a name plate. Even the glass door leading to Dr Kalpana Apte, director general of Family Planning Association of India (FPAI), is bare. FSI for redevlpmt raises skyline to 312m, civic infra still lagging In a space-starved city, Mumbai's vertical growth is reaching stratospheric levels. A virtually unlimited floor space index (FSI) in certain rehabilitation housing schemes has allowed developers to build higher and higher even in congested areas. More Mumbai News»

		Delhi
		How cops worked overtime to catch this 'blue-eyed' snatcher A snatching incident in central Delhi's Daryaganj last week has led the police to a notorious, "blue-eyed" snatcher who was arrested from Kapashera. Police had to make "eye contacts" with a dozen suspects to identify him. Two electrocution deaths in east Delhi Two persons working in different eateries of east Delhi were electrocuted in separate incidents. AAP & BJP spar; Shah seeks updates from LG Amid heavy rain in Delhi, BJP and AAP were engaged in another war of words even as Union home minister Amit Shah spoke to LG VK Saxena and sought updates on the situation. More Delhi News»

		Delhi
		How cops worked overtime to catch this 'blue-eyed' snatcher A snatching incident in central Delhi's Daryaganj last week has led the police to a notorious, "blue-eyed" snatcher who was arrested from Kapashera. Police had to make "eye contacts" with a dozen suspects to identify him. Two electrocution deaths in east Delhi Two persons working in different eateries of east Delhi were electrocuted in separate incidents. AAP & BJP spar; Shah seeks updates from LG Amid heavy rain in Delhi, BJP and AAP were engaged in another war of words even as Union home minister Amit Shah spoke to LG VK Saxena and sought updates on the situation. More Delhi News»

		Delhi
		How cops worked overtime to catch this 'blue-eyed' snatcher A snatching incident in central Delhi's Daryaganj last week has led the police to a notorious, "blue-eyed" snatcher who was arrested from Kapashera. Police had to make "eye contacts" with a dozen suspects to identify him. Two electrocution deaths in east Delhi Two persons working in different eateries of east Delhi were electrocuted in separate incidents. AAP & BJP spar; Shah seeks updates from LG Amid heavy rain in Delhi, BJP and AAP were engaged in another war of words even as Union home minister Amit Shah spoke to LG VK Saxena and sought updates on the situation. More Delhi News»

		Allahabad
		1 held for assaulting, forcing Dalit man to lick slippers in UP's Sonbhadra: Police In a tweet on Saturday night, the Uttar Pradesh Police said, "DGP UP has taken cognizance of the incident and directed the DIG range to visit the scene of the crime. An FIR has been registered under the SC/ST Act, and the accused has been promptly arrested. The DGP has given directions for the strictest legal action against the accused." Surveillance equipment to be installed in Maha Kumbh As the state government has decided that state-of-the-art equipment will be installed to monitor the entire Sangam area during Maha Kumbh-2025, the entire infrastructure to keep a close vigil on the mela area will be managed by the Smart city authorities. Musical flair makes sight-impaired kid special It is common to see children rendering the most complicated of songs so beautifully on any of the numerous shows on the small screen, but when this 10-year-old girl from the city sings without missing a note on the harmonium or synthesizer, it is hard to believe she is visually challenged. More Allahabad News»

		Bhopal
		Tension in Unhel after clash, cops carry out flag march Tension erupted in Unhel area of Ujjain on Saturday after a dispute over alleged harassment of upper caste community girls by some Dalit youths. BMC fails NIHSAD as India's top institute struggles for piped water The state government that is tom-tomming its achievement claiming to be leading in the country in implementing Jal Jeevan Mission, taking potable water to the remotest villages of the state, has been unable to provide piped water to the National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD) - country's premier institute for over a decade. Drunk man 'seeking blessings' from elephants trampled to death in MP's Anuppur The elephants had journeyed from Marwahi to the Eucalyptus Plantation in Bachhatola, situated in Cholna, Jaithari, within the Anuppur Forest Division. The presence of these elephants attracted a crowd of curious onlookers. More Bhopal News»

		Bhubaneswar
		10 projects to supply drinking water to households in Keonjhar Ten piped water supply projects are being made operational in Keonjhar district to provide safe and clean water to each household across urban and rural areas, officials said. CM raises wages of folk artists taking part in awareness drives Chief minister Naveen Patnaik on Saturday announced an increase in remuneration for Daskathia, Pala, Ghoda Nacha folk dance and folk music performers. The leader of the artists' group will be paid Rs 1,000 daily while other members will be get Rs 800. Cyber crook dupes city firm of Rs 14cr by manipulating QR code The economic offences wing (EOW) of the state crime branch on Saturday arrested a fraudster from UP for allegedly manipulating a QR code and siphoning off Rs 14 crore from a company based in the city. More Bhubaneswar News»

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