In Jammu & Kashmir's Samba district, police seized approximately 500 grams of heroin in Chillyari village, suspected to have been dropped by a Pakistani drone. Authorities have registered an FIR under the NDPS Act and Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. This incident follows a similar attempt on December 15, where BSF troops intercepted a drone carrying narcotics in the Arnia sector.

On Kargil Vijay Diwas, NALSA launched the Veer Parivar Sahayata Yojana in Srinagar, offering free legal aid to defence personnel, veterans, and their families. Justice Surya Kant emphasized the role of ex-servicemen as legal volunteers. The initiative aims to address legal challenges faced by defence families nationwide through legal clinics, ensuring timely redress.

Jammu and Kashmir is exploring 'hydropower tourism' by allowing developers to build tourism facilities alongside hydel projects up to 25MW. This initiative, outlined in the Draft Hydro Power Policy, 2025, aims to attract investment and boost local economies.

Following the alleged fatal police shooting of 21-year-old Mohammad Parvez in Jammu, both magisterial and police investigations have been initiated amid widespread protests and condemnation. The probes aim to uncover the truth behind the incident, with Parvez's family and community leaders alleging a fake encounter, while police claim crossfire during a drug peddler chase led to his death. Senior officials and politicians have called for a transparent and impartial inquiry.

The J&K government has mandated white aprons and nameplates for healthcare staff after a recent incident at Srinagar's SMHS Hospital, where a doctor was assaulted following a patient's death, sparking protests and allegations of harassment against a journalist covering the event. This directive aims to improve patient identification amidst concerns about potential vulnerability to attacks, while an inquiry has been ordered into the hospital incident.

The Supreme Court will hear Justice Yashwant Varma's petition on July 28, challenging an inquiry committee's findings and a recommendation for his impeachment. The controversy arose after a fire at his Delhi residence led to the discovery of a large sum of cash.

LJP (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan has criticized Bihar CM Nitish Kumar over the state's deteriorating law and order situation, even while his party remains a part of the NDA. Paswan's remarks follow a series of high-profile crimes in Bihar, leading the opposition to highlight potential rifts within the ruling alliance.

Banks in India will be closed on July 26, 2025, due to it being the fourth Saturday, following RBI guidelines. August will see closures on the 9th, 15th, 16th, and 23rd for various holidays. Digital banking remains accessible 24/7. While RBI mandates closures on Sundays and the second and fourth Saturdays, local festivals can also affect branch operations.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has increased the ex-gratia amount for Param Vir Chakra awardees. The amount has been increased from Rs 50 lakh to Rs 1.50 crore. This announcement was made on the eve of Kargil Vijay Diwas. Awardees will also continue to receive Rs 3 lakh as an annual grant.

​​The court also criticised what it described as a «caste system» within the judicial setup, where high court judges are seen as «savarn» and district judges as «shudras» and «les misérables.»

Prime Minister Narendra Modi continues to be the most popular global leader, securing a 75% approval rating according to Morning Consult's latest data from July 4-10, 2025. He is followed by South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Argentina's Javier Milei.

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has strongly criticized Prime Minister Modi's foreign policy, citing recent US actions involving Pakistan as evidence of its failure. Ramesh highlighted President Trump's claims of intervening in India-Pakistan conflict, US Central Command's praise for Pakistan's counter-terrorism efforts, and meetings between US officials and Pakistani leaders.

The Delhi government has asked the Supreme Court to rethink its 2018 ban. The ban prohibits older diesel and petrol vehicles in the National Capital Region. The government argues that newer BS-VI vehicles are much cleaner. They want a scientific study on the ban's necessity. The current rule disproportionately affects the middle class.

The BJP has intensified its criticism of Congress following Udit Raj's statement suggesting Rahul Gandhi could become a «second Ambedkar» with OBC support. Amit Malviya accused Congress of plotting to diminish Ambedkar's legacy, while Rahul Gandhi acknowledged his past failure to protect the OBC community and pledged to rectify it with a caste census.

DRDO successfully conducted flight trials of the advanced precision-guided ULPGM-V3 missile, launched from an indigenously developed UAV. Equipped with a high-definition dual-channel seeker and three modular warhead options, the missile can strike various targets in diverse terrains, day or night. This achievement significantly boosts India's defense capabilities, showcasing the readiness of the Indian industry to produce critical defense technologies.

India and Maldives have revitalized their relationship, marked by PM Modi's visit and a new $565 million line of credit. Agreements were signed to reduce Maldives' debt burden and boost economic cooperation through investment and trade. Both nations affirmed their commitment to security in the region, focusing on development projects and defense cooperation.

FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford suggests the AI 171 crash wasn't due to mechanical failure or accidental fuel control switch movement. He stated that they are confident that the crash was not due to mechanical issues with the Boeing fuel control unit. Indian authorities are investigating the crash and have requested patience for the final report.

The consumer affairs department has proposed that e-commerce companies add a «country of origin» filter to their websites and apps, enabling consumers to quickly select products based on their preferred country. While industry players generally agreed on the feasibility, concerns were raised about potential algorithm changes, compliance burdens for inventory-holding companies, and space constraints on mobile devices.

The murder of an Army man during the 1984 anti-Sikh riots in Kanpur will remain unsolved due to an illegible FIR. Despite efforts by the CFSL to reconstruct the document, the names of the accused and incident details remain undecipherable. The Supreme Court has directed the SIT and UP police to keep the case open for further investigation based on new information.

Following recent incidents and regulatory scrutiny, the Tata Group and the aviation ministry are collaborating to revitalise Air India. Discussions between N Chandrasekaran, aviation minister Ram Mohan Naidu, and airline management focused on addressing maintenance issues, leadership, and communication strategies. The priority is to restore flyer confidence by emphasizing safety over rapid growth, potentially involving Singapore Airlines more visibly in the process.