India is expected to receive above-normal monsoon rainfall in July, benefiting agriculture but also posing risks of flooding in central regions. While most of the country will experience normal to above-normal rainfall, northeast and parts of east, extreme south peninsular, and northwest India are likely to receive below-normal rainfall.

Amit Shah announced the National Cooperative Policy 2025-2045. The goal is to establish cooperatives in every Indian village in five years. The policy aims to transform the cooperative sector. A key focus is creating two lakh new Primary Agricultural Credit Societies by 2026. States must align their cooperative policies by January 31, 2026. Tribhuvan Sahkari University will build skilled manpower. The policy promotes natural farming and inter-cooperative models.

Mizoram is set to get a direct rail link to Delhi, Kolkata, and Agartala with the approval of a Rajdhani Express, announced Chief Minister Lalduhoma. This follows his request to Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The Bairabi-Sairang railway line, connecting Aizawl to the national grid, is complete and awaits inauguration by Prime Minister Modi.

Torrent Pharma's acquisition of JB Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals propels it to become India's fifth-largest pharmaceutical company, capturing a 4.6% market share. This deal significantly strengthens Torrent's position in the cardiac therapy market, overtaking Sun Pharma with nearly 11% share. The acquisition boosts Torrent's presence in key therapeutic areas, with consolidated revenues exceeding Rs 15,000 crore.

A political firestorm erupted in Kolkata as the BJP dispatched a fact-finding team to investigate the alleged gangrape of a law student within South Calcutta Law College. The team's arrival sparked clashes between BJP supporters and Left-aligned groups, while the TMC accused the BJP of politicizing the issue.

India is bracing for above-normal rainfall in July, with the IMD warning of potential floods in Uttarakhand and Haryana. Central and northern regions are expected to receive heavy showers, while the northeast and parts of the southern peninsula may experience below-normal rainfall. Landslides and infrastructure damage have already been reported in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Jammu & Kashmir, prompting authorities to issue alerts and suspend activities.

Bengaluru mourns the loss of Dr. Bhimasenacharya Vasudevacharya Joshi, a distinguished 82-year-old veterinary scientist. Dr. Joshi, originally from Yelaburgi, Koppal district, was celebrated for his significant contributions to veterinary medicine. His research papers and theses, presented at international universities including those in the United States, garnered him worldwide acclaim. He leaves behind a son, three daughters, and a large family.

A deadly explosion at a Sigachi Pharma factory in Telangana's Sangareddy district resulted in 12 fatalities and 35 injuries, with concerns remaining about individuals trapped under debris. The blast, suspected to be linked to microcrystalline cellulose processing, prompted extensive rescue operations and DNA testing for unidentified victims.

Expelled RJD leader Tej Pratap Yadav visited Anushka Yadav in Patna, asserting a «parivaarik» relationship despite his recent expulsion from the party. Lalu Prasad Yadav ousted Tej Pratap for violating moral values after a social media post where Tej Pratap confessed a 12-year relationship with Anushka.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami is set to boost sports development by launching a sports university in Haldwani and 23 sports academies across eight cities. This initiative, marking Dhami's fifth year, aims to capitalize on the positive sports environment created after hosting the 38th National Games, where Uttarakhand secured seventh position with a century of medals.

A devastating explosion at a pharmaceutical factory in Telangana's Sangareddy district resulted in 12 fatalities and 34 injuries, prompting immediate response from NDRF and local authorities. Preliminary investigations suggest a pressure build-up in the drying unit as the cause.

The Andaman Sea was jolted by the third earthquake on Monday. An eearthquake of magnitude 4.7 struck the region at around 12.06 pm today, as per the National Centre for Seismology (NCS).

A shocking video circulating online shows a police officer in Kota, Rajasthan, allegedly slapping a shopkeeper unconscious after an argument over a parked bike. The NGO NCMIndia Council For Men Affairs shared the video, sparking outrage and accusations of police brutality. Social media users are demanding action against the officer, identified as SHO Pushpendra Bansiwal.

A harrowing incident unfolded at Languriya hill waterfall in Gaya, Bihar, where six women were swept away by a sudden surge of water. Villagers heroically rescued the women, who were in imminent danger of being swept over a steep drop. One woman is hospitalized due to injuries sustained from colliding with a rock.

A Delhi court has allowed the CBI to close the case of Najeeb Ahmed, a JNU student who disappeared in 2016. The CBI's closure report was accepted, with the possibility of reopening if new evidence emerges. Ahmed vanished after an altercation at his hostel. His counsel alleged political pressure on the CBI.

India is accelerating its space surveillance capabilities following Operation Sindoor, planning to launch 52 dedicated military satellites by 2029, with the first launch expected next April. This initiative, costing Rs 26,968 crore, aims to enhance surveillance of China, Pakistan, and the Indian Ocean Region. The move is also a response to China's growing space capabilities and military advancements in space.

The investigation into the Air India AI 171 crash in Ahmedabad on June 12 is exploring all possibilities, including sabotage, according to Junior Civil Aviation Minister Murlidhar Mohol. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) is analyzing the black box data, recovered CVR and FDR, to determine the cause of the accident.

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla has initiated groundbreaking experiments on the ISS, marking India's advancement in space research. His Myogenesis study addresses muscle breakdown in microgravity, crucial for future space missions and Earth-based treatments. Alongside Shukla, the Ax-4 crew, including Commander Peggy Whitson, is conducting cancer research, potentially revealing insights into drug resistance and tumor behavior.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi commemorated the 50th anniversary of the Emergency, recalling it as a dark chapter and urging vigilance to protect the Constitution. He highlighted the unified opposition against the Emergency, citing former Prime Ministers Morarji Desai and Atal Bihari Vajpayee, along with Jagjivan Ram, who spoke against the atrocities and the importance of safeguarding democracy.

As the Dalai Lama approaches his 90th birthday on July 6, speculation arises about the potential announcement of his successor. Celebrations will commence in Mcleodganj, Dharamshala, lasting a year. Khenpo Sonam Tenphel suggests the successor, according to the Dalai Lama, must be from the free world, excluding China.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is set to visit the United States from June 30 to July 2, attending the Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Washington, D.C. on July 1. Discussions will center on regional and global issues, particularly those concerning the Indo-Pacific, and progress on Quad projects will be reviewed.

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha pledged government jobs for eligible, unemployed members of Kashmiri families who lost loved ones to terrorism in the last three decades. This initiative aims to acknowledge the victims of Pakistan-backed terrorism and provide justice to the affected families.