India’s urban centers hold the key to its economic progress, demanding smart planning and investment to thrive. Three pivotal reforms — targeting regional hubs and essential infrastructure — can ignite urban potential for overall national development. By addressing housing regulations, cities can welcome private investment, while refined governance and finance structures will empower urban areas to offer outstanding public services.

The ministry specified that during the training, the servicemen of the two countries used FPV drones and the Kurier ground robotic system

According to data obtained by the news agency, the IRGC hit communications systems and fuel storage facilities of the US Armed Forces

US Congress is scrutinizing Donald Trump’s decision to ease AI chip export rules for the UAE over alleged conflicts of interest Read Full Article at RT.com

China has vowed to defend its firms after the US Senate proposed a bill that could impose 100% tariffs on top Russian energy buyers Read Full Article at RT.com

Sonam Wangchuk continues his hunger strike for nineteen days, stating his health is not critical. He urged supporters to join a Parliament march on July 20 instead of asking him to break his fast. Wangchuk believes his protest sends a message about government accountability and the need for action. His health has been monitored, and medical tests show stable results for his condition.

The Supreme Court declined to hear a petition regarding ration card cancellations. These cancellations followed voter list deletions due to doubtful citizenship status. The court directed the petitioner to pursue his appeal before the relevant tribunal. A favorable tribunal outcome would reinstate his name on the electoral roll. The issue of linking deletions to ration card cancellations must be challenged in the High Court.

The Supreme Court expressed serious concern over a Patna High Court order. This order stated that removing a woman's salwar did not constitute attempted rape. The apex court emphasized judges must research and follow its previous rulings. It directed all courts to adhere to judicial sensitivity guidelines. States will issue instructions to police stations regarding FIR registration and chargesheets.

Habiban Khatoon, aged 103, finally received justice after a 35-year legal battle. Her eldest son purchased land in her name, but a cousin took possession. She filed a title suit in 1994, facing appeals up to the High Court. After years of proceedings and delays, she regained possession of her land. The long legal fight incurred significant financial costs for Habiban.

Economic momentum sustains as oil prices moderate and trade deals offer new opportunities. Corporate sector performance shows robust demand, with automotive and banking sectors leading growth. Manufacturing faces margin stress due to inventory, while IT remains under pressure. Industry is preparing for increased demand, with capacity additions planned after reaching utilization levels. Concerns about Chinese dumping necessitate a stronger trade defense mechanism for fair competition.

Home Credit India will acquire Varthana Finance in an all-cash deal valued at Rs 967 crore. This transaction will make Varthana a wholly owned subsidiary of Home Credit India. The acquisition aims to diversify portfolios and improve business mix for the company. It is expected to create synergies in distribution, technology, and risk management. Regulatory approvals are required, with completion anticipated within nine months.

Yury Kokov said that a policy of 'double standards' is widely applied, where the same radical group can be recognized as a terrorist one day and a fighter for democracy the next

Andrey Marochko noted that Russian troops are particularly successful in advancing in the areas of Novoselovka and Verkhnyaya Tersa

The Central Command says the US struck Iranian command centers, air defense, missile, and drone sites, as well as coastal observation posts

Yury Kokov noted that the use of violent methods for their own purposes has become «common practice for Anglo-Saxon financial elites»

A new national report finds that 4.5 million Canadians who are middle aged and older have had trouble accessing specialist care — a problem that could only get worse as the country's population ages.

No information on casualties has been reported

Yury Kokov added that trillions of dollars were spent on these activities

The foreign minister says that financial settlements between Russia and China have been almost entirely converted to national currencies

The ministry noted that the extreme danger of the Ukrainian Armed Forces' presence near the Zaporozhye NPP is now more evident than ever

Denis Pushilin added that Slavyansk is located in a lowland relative to these positions

EU envoys have failed to reach a deal on a new batch of anti-Russian sanctions but kept the oil price cap at $44.10 per barrel for a week Read Full Article at RT.com

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani has attributed an increase in rape reports to a broadened legal definition of the crime, drawing criticism Read Full Article at RT.com

Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky has dismissed the country’s youngest-ever defense minister, Mikhail Fedorov, as part of a government reshuffle Read Full Article at RT.com

Cap sur les infrastructures. Ce mardi 14 juillet, une importante délégation venue de l'Ogooué-Maritime a sillonné la capitale gabonaise pour toucher du doigt, l'avancée des grands projets lancés par le chef de l'État, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema dans le Grand Libreville. Une découverte des avancées des travaux qui est appréciée à sa juste valeur par les visiteurs. Elle est composée d'autorités administratives, d'élus, de doyens, de cadres, d'activistes et de représentants des forces (...) - INFRASTRUCTURES / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

The symbolic vote showed how far Democratic politics on Israel have shifted, as progressive candidates turn anger over Gaza and U.S. military aid into a campaign issue.

L'Argentine a battu l'Angleterre 2-1 mercredi 15 juillet, lors de la demi-finale à Atlanta. Une rencontre où l'engagement physique a dominé la première période, avant que le spectacle footballistique ne prenne enfin le dessus en seconde période. Trois moments clés ont façonné l'issue de cette rencontre.

The team beat England 2-1

Four civilians were injured

Argentina's forward provided two assists

Health Ministry Spokesman Hossein Kermanpour said that the number of killed citizens could rise