The personnel department cancelled a food ministry order suspending an FCI executive director. This suspension was treated as legally non-existent from the beginning by the DoPT. The officer was ordered for immediate repatriation to his parent cadre by the DoPT. The food ministry had initiated proceedings after a committee found alleged irregularities in rice sales. A review committee was also set up to improve administrative efficiency within the FCI.

A 31-year-old BSF constable allegedly died by suicide in Jammu's Gadigarh camp. Constable Vanita Rani was found hanging from a ceiling fan with a dupatta. Her body was sent for a postmortem examination to establish the cause of death. This incident follows another woman constable's alleged suicide in Jammu on June 29. Both incidents are currently under investigation by authorities.

An Interpol Red Corner Notice has been issued for Hizbul Mujahideen terrorist Imtiyaz Ahmad Kandoo. This notice targets Kandoo for his alleged involvement in a deadly 2013 attack. The attack resulted in the deaths of four police officers in Sopore, Kashmir. Kandoo, a designated terrorist, is believed to have exfiltrated to Pakistan. The State Investigation Agency considers this a significant achievement in pursuing fugitives.

Educator Sonam Wangchuk rejects hero labels and urges citizens to take responsibility. He is currently on an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar for 14 days. Wangchuk is protesting examination irregularities and seeking accountability from the government. He has lost significant weight and feels tired but remains determined. Wangchuk appeals for public support in the ongoing movement and upcoming march.

Arvind Kejriwal visited a Delhi petrol pump and service station. He spoke with vehicle owners about their E20 fuel experiences. Many consumers reported reduced mileage and mechanical issues with the blended petrol. Kejriwal stated the government's claims about E20 fuel are untrue. He emphasized that public grievances should be heard and addressed.

An 18-year-old Hyderabad student's body was recovered from the sea in Helsinki. Finnish authorities confirmed the recovery of Manideep Reddy's body after two months. His family has raised serious questions about the circumstances surrounding his death. They believe the case has not been properly investigated by Finnish authorities. The family urges the Indian government to facilitate their travel to Finland.

The Indian Navy proudly commissioned INS Mahendragiri, the latest addition to its fleet as the sixth Project 17A stealth frigate. This remarkable warship embodies India's commitment to self-reliance in defence technology, enhancing its maritime combat capabilities. With multifaceted roles including anti-air and anti-submarine warfare, INS Mahendragiri bolsters India's strategic foothold in the Indo-Pacific, aligning perfectly with the country's ambitious naval modernisation agenda.

Fifteen Indian nationals perished in a tragic boat accident off Vietnam's coast on Saturday. The speedboat carrying thirty-six people capsized near May Rut Ngoai Islet, prompting a swift rescue effort. Tourist boats arrived quickly, but some passengers remained trapped inside the overturned vessel. The Indian embassy released the names of the deceased, with most hailing from Tamil Nadu.

Jammu and Kashmir's Chief Minister Omar Abdullah condemned the Bharatiya Janata Party for what he called attempts to destabilize his administration. He revealed that BJP legislators were allegedly offered lucrative financial rewards and government positions to switch loyalties. Abdullah claimed the BJP's promises of statehood to National Conference MLAs were a tactic to sway them.

The Ministry of External Affairs explained Prime Minister Modi's direct engagement style with voters. He prefers connecting with the electorate without intermediaries, which is a political method. This approach has contributed to his electoral success and long tenure as Prime Minister. The visit aimed to strengthen the rule-based Indo-Pacific order with New Zealand.

West Bengal has formed a nine-member committee to review the Uniform Civil Code draft. Retired Supreme Court judge Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai will head this expert panel. The proposed legislation aims to create a uniform legal framework for personal civil matters. The draft bill is expected to be introduced during the Assembly's August session.

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the Madhya Pradesh government for alleged corruption. He highlighted a Rs 1,200 crore rice scam involving diverted grain. This rice was meant for malnourished children and women. An investigation is underway after a complaint about undelivered rice. Kharge also mentioned land scam allegations against the chief minister.

BJP's Abhishek Kumar Sinha withdrew from the Bankipur bypoll citing family reasons. The party then fielded Neeraj Kumar Sinha as its new candidate for the contest. Opposition parties claimed the BJP was nervous about a potential defeat in the upcoming election. Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor is campaigning against the ruling party. Polling for the Bankipur bypoll is scheduled for July 30.

'We Got The Sociology Paper Before The Exam': UGC-NET Whistleblower Details Sting Operation

India and New Zealand elevated their ties to a strategic partnership. Prime Ministers Modi and Luxon signed eighteen agreements for cooperation. This roadmap guides future collaboration across multiple key sectors. Bilateral trade aims to reach seven billion New Zealand dollars by 2030. Both nations will enhance maritime security and disaster management efforts.

Defence & Security Cooperation, Talent Mobility Also On Agenda

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Rules Out Parallel Fuel Supply System

The BMC has taken decisive action by disqualifying two women corporators from AIMIM and NCP, citing invalid caste validity certificates from district verification committees. As a result, AIMIM's representation stands reduced to five members while NCP now comprises just two. With this, a total of four corporators have been disqualified for similar reasons in the past month alone.