JUL 13, 2026
The West Bengal government has launched a renewed investment push with a six-member ministerial panel tasked with attracting industries, developing a comprehensive land bank and accelerating industrial projects to boost jobs and economic growth.
JUL 13, 2026
The West Bengal government has announced ₹5 lakh each for 60 Rath Yatra committees, along with 70 special camps to ensure smooth, safe and well-organised celebrations across the state. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said the initiative reflects the government's commitment to preserving Bengal's religious and cultural traditions.
JUL 13, 2026
West Bengal's Anti-Hooliganism Act has come into force, empowering authorities to take stricter action against organized crime, extortion, syndicate rackets, illegal land grabbing and other anti-social activities. The law also provides for preventive detention of up to 12 months, subject to review by an Advisory Board.
JUL 13, 2026
Former TMC MPs Sukhendu Sekhar Ray, Sushmita Dev and Prakash Chik Baraik have filed their Rajya Sabha nomination papers as BJP candidates, with political observers expecting all three to be elected unopposed.
JUL 13, 2026
Alexander Zverev hailed Jannik Sinner as the world's best player after the Wimbledon final, saying only three players, including Novak Djokovic, can truly challenge him.
JUL 13, 2026
Fresh off defending his Wimbledon title, Jannik Sinner said losing the final would still have made it "a great day," emphasizing that not winning a Grand Slam is never a failure.
JUL 13, 2026
Jannik Sinner retained the Wimbledon men's singles crown with a hard-fought four-set victory over Alexander Zverev, winning 6-7, 7-6, 6-3, 6-4.
JUL 12, 2026
U.S. Central Command says the Strait of Hormuz remains open for lawful transit, with commercial shipping continuing and more than 140 vessels crossing in the last week.
JUL 12, 2026
Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez scored in extra time as Argentina defeated 10-man Switzerland 3-1 to book a FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final showdown with England.
JUL 12, 2026
Erling Haaland showered praise on Jude Bellingham after the Real Madrid star inspired England to the FIFA World Cup semi-finals. Calling him "one of the best players in the world," Haaland said England and Real Madrid are fortunate to have the midfield sensation, adding that every team would love to have Bellingham in their squad.
JUL 12, 2026
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announced a new Strategic Partnership with India, aiming to double bilateral trade by 2030 and deepen economic cooperation following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit.
JUL 12, 2026
England head coach Thomas Tuchel admitted the Three Lions "got lucky" despite their 2-1 extra-time win over Norway, insisting his side must improve after booking a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals.