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				Tomato prices in the city markets surged to Rs 90 per kg as supplies have taken a hit due to monsoon rains lashing many states across the country, several vegetable vendors said on Tuesday. The rates of tomatoes have also gone up in the major wholesale vegetable markets of Delhi, including Azadpur Mandi, Ghazipur Mandi, and Okhla Sabzi Mandi. Several residents in the city expressed disappointment over the rising prices of tomatoes in their local markets and online retailing platforms. &quot;Just a few days back, we bought tomatoes for Rs 28 kg but now it is selling for Rs 90 kg online and in the local market. Vegetables have become costlier,&quot; said a local of Laxmi Nagar locality.</div>
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			Russian President Vladimir Putin awards India&#39;s Prime Minister Narendra Modi the prestigious Order of St Andrew the Apostle, Russia&#39;s highest civilian honor. This recognition underscores deepening bilateral ties and Modi&#39;s significant role in strengthening Indo-Russian relations.</div>
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		Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, Prime Minister Narendra Modi vocalised the concerns of the world before Russian President Vladimir Putin. During a meeting with the Russian leader, PM Modi said, &quot;Deaths of innocent children is heart-wrenching.&quot; He added that &quot;India is ready to cooperate in all ways to restore peace&quot; while crediting President Putin for helping India while the world was facing an oil crisis. PM Modi also praised Russia for supplying India with fertilisers, which greatly benefitted farmers. Additionally, PM Modi also hailed India&#39;s all-weather ties with Russia.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
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		Inclement weather conditions are most likely to test the famed &#39;Mumbai spirit&#39; as IMD has issued a red alert for heavy rainfall in several parts of Maharashtra. In view of the forecast, schools will remain shut in Mumbai. Meanwhile, daily life has been thrown out of gear due to waterlogging in the city. Additionally, several parts of the MMR region reported power outage as the underground electric cable has submerged. Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has urged people to step out only if necessary.</div>
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		At least five soldiers were killed in yet another dastardly attack on the Indian Army convoy in Jammu and Kashmir&#39;s Kathua district. After being ambushed, the Army engaged the attackers in a firefight. The incident took place around 3.30 pm on Tuesday (July 8). The number of militants involved in the attack has not been ascertained as of yet.&nbsp;&nbsp;</div>
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News updates: Tomato rates surge to Rs 90 per kg in Delhi markets as supplies hit due to rains

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Citizens urged to exercise caution as rainfall lash Pune; schools shut, tourists asked to avoid waterfalls

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	In wake of the rainfall warning issued by the Regional Meteorological Centre in Pune district on July 9, Collector Dr Suhas Diwase has announced that all schools up to class 12 will remain closed on Tuesday, July 9 to avoid any untoward incidents and emergencies affecting schools. However, school staff, including principals, teachers, and non-teaching staff, have been instructed to report to school during office hours to assist with disaster management efforts directed by the local administration. The Collector has also urged citizens to exercise caution, avoid tourist activities at waterfalls, and venture out only if necessary to ensure safety.</div>
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Delhi excise policy: Court issues production warrant for Kejriwal

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	A court issued a production warrant for jailed Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to ensure his appearance in the alleged Delhi excise policy scam case on July 12. Special Judge Kaveri Baweja issued direction for physical production of Kejriwal, lodged in Tihar jail, after taking cognisance of the seventh supplementary chargesheet filed by Enforcement Directorate.</div>

PM Modi departs for Austria after fruitful two-day visit to Russia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday departed for Austria after a fruitful two-day visit to Russia during which the two countries discussed ways to further shore up bilateral cooperation in sectors such as energy, trade, manufacturing and fertilisers.

Tomato rates surge to Rs 90/kg in Delhi markets as supplies hit due to rains

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	Tomato prices in the city markets surged to Rs 90 per kg as supplies have taken a hit due to monsoon rains lashing many states across the country, several vegetable vendors said on Tuesday.</div>
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	The rates of tomatoes have also gone up in the major wholesale vegetable markets of Delhi, including Azadpur Mandi, Ghazipur Mandi, and Okhla Sabzi Mandi.</div>
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	Several residents in the city expressed disappointment over the rising prices of tomatoes in their local markets and online retailing platforms.</div>
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	&quot;Just a few days back, we bought tomatoes for Rs 28 kg but now it is selling for Rs 90 kg online and in the local market. Vegetables have become costlier,&quot; said a local of Laxmi Nagar locality.</div>

Gautam Gambhir appointed as the new Head Coach of the Indian Cricket Team

PM Modi meets family members of personnel of Indian Embassy in Moscow before leaving for Austria

PM Modi accorded Russia's highest civilian honour

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	Russian President Vladimir Putin awards India&#39;s Prime Minister Narendra Modi the prestigious Order of St Andrew the Apostle, Russia&#39;s highest civilian honor.</div>
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	This recognition underscores deepening bilateral ties and Modi&#39;s significant role in strengthening Indo-Russian relations.</div>

Assam govt to fill 35,000 vacancies by April next year: Himanta

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	The Assam government will fill 35,000 vacancies by April next year, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Tuesday.<br />
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	These include vacancies in the police force, grade 3 and grade 4 of the state government as well as teachers, he said.<br />
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	&ldquo;We are all set to fill 35,000 Govt vacancies by April&#39; 25 in a transparent manner,&rdquo; Sarma said on X.</div>

Mohan Lal Badoli appointed as the Haryana State president of BJP

MHA extends ban on the terrorist group Sikhs For Justice (SFJ)

Ministry of Home Affairs today extended the ban on the terrorist group Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) declaring it again as an unlawful association for a further period of five years from July 10, 2024.

CBI arrests two more people from Bihar in the NEET-UG paper leak case

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	One of the arrested persons was the candidate, and the other person was the father of another candidate. They were arrested from Nalanda and Gaya districts of Bihar, respectively, CBI sources said to ANI</div>

Focus of the entire world is on my Russian visit; happy that we openly discussed Ukraine: PM Modi

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	During a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Prime Minister Narendra Modi Modi said, &quot;Perhaps this is such a meeting that the focus of the entire world is on this visit of mine. The entire world is drawing out different meanings of this visit...Yesterday, you invited me to your residence and like a true friend we spent 4-5 hours together. We discussed several topics. I am happy that we openly discussed the issue of Ukraine in detail and we tried to listen and respectfully understand each other&#39;s opinions.&quot;</div>
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India ready to cooperate in all ways for restoration of peace: PM Modi tells Putin

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	Advocating a peaceful resolution of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Russian President Vladimir Putin,&nbsp; &quot;...For restoration of peace, India is ready to cooperate in all ways...I assure you and the world community that India is in favour of peace. Listening to my friend Putin talk about peace yesterday, gives me hope. I would like to say to my media friends - Possible.&quot; He added, &quot;Be it war, conflicts, terror attacks - everyone who believes in humanity is pained when there is loss of lives. But when innocent children are murdered, when we see innocent children dying, it is heart-wrenching. That pain is immense. I also held a detailed discussion with you over this.&quot;</div>

PM Modi justifies oil purchase; says world should accept India-Russia agreement stabilised fuel market

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	In an apparent response to western media&#39;s criticism of India purchasing Russian oil, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, &quot;When the world was facing the challenge of fuels, your support helped us fulfil the petrol and diesel requirements of the common man. Not just this, the world should accept that India-Russia agreement regarding fuel played a big role in bringing stability to the international market.&quot; PM Modi made the remarks at a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow.</div>

India added 470 mn jobs in FY24 over 27 sectors, total number of employed people touch 643 mn-mark: RBI

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	India added nearly 470 million jobs during 2023-24, taking the total number of employed people to 643 million spread over 27 sectors covering the entire economy, according to Reserve Bank data. The number of employed people was 596.7 million at the end of March 2023, said the RBI&#39;s update on &#39;Measuring Productivity at the Industry Level-The India KLEMS [Capital (K), Labour (L), Energy (E), Material (M) and Services (S)] Database&#39;. Using the Tornqvist Aggregation formula, the RBI said the annual growth in employment during 2023-24 was 6 per cent compared to 3.2 per cent in the year-ago period.</div>

Court takes cognisance of EDs 7th supplementary chargesheet, summons Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal

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	A Delhi court on Tuesday took cognisance of the seventh supplementary chargesheet filed by the Enforcement Directorate in the money laundering case linked to the alleged excise policy &quot;scam&quot;. The federal probe agency has named Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Aam Aadmi Party in the supplementary chargesheet. Special Judge Kaveri Baweja took cognisance of the chargesheet and issued summons to Kejriwal for July 12.</div>

PM Modi visits ROSATOM Pavilion; learns about Russia's advancement in nuclear tech

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accompanied by President Vladimir Putin, visits ROSATOM Pavilion at VDNKh, an important site showcasing Russia&#39;s advancements in nuclear technology, in Moscow.&nbsp;Later, PM Modi also visited the Atom Centre with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow.<br />
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Day 2 of annual India-Russia summit: PM Modi pays tribute at Tomb of Unknown Soldiers in Moscow

After addressing the Indian diaspora, Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers in Moscow.&nbsp;The &lsquo;Tomb of the Unknown Soldier&#39; is a war memorial located at the Kremlin Wall, in Moscow. It is dedicated to the Soviet soldiers who lost their lives during World War II.&nbsp;Meanwhile, the Indian community in Russia has welcomed PM Modi&#39;s announcement to open two new consulates in Russia. &quot;This is a big step. In today&#39;s time, when some Western countries are turning away from Russia, India is opening its consulate in two cities here... this is a step forward and this will have a big impact on the friendship of India and Russia,&quot; said Abhay Singh, Russia&#39;s Indian-origin lawmaker.

PM Modi interacts with members of Russian Cultural Troupe who performed in his welcome

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	In a warm interaction with Russian artists who performed to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi at an event in Moscow, he asked, &quot;For how many years have you been practicing dance? The PM also asked them if they have ever visited India. In response, the artists told the PM that they have visited India for a performance and are excited to meet him. Earlier in the day, PM Modi hailed Russia as an &#39;all-weather friend&#39;.<br />
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SC refuses open court hearing of pleas seeking review of same-sex marriage verdict

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	The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to allow open court hearing of pleas seeking review of its last year&#39;s judgement declining legal recognition to same-sex marriage. In a setback to gay rights activists, a five judge constitution bench headed by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud had on October 17 last year refused to accord legal backing to same-sex marriage, saying there was &quot;no unqualified right&quot; to marriage with the exception of those that are recognised by law. The apex court, however, had made a strong pitch for the rights of queer people so they don&#39;t face discrimination in accessing goods and services that are available to others, safe houses known as &#39;Garima Greh&#39; in all districts to provide shelter to members of the community facing harassment and violence and dedicated hotline numbers which they could use in case of trouble.</div>

After Naidu's $12 bn demand, Nitish asks Modi govt to sanction $3.6 bn for Bihar ahead of Union Budget

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	Prime Minister Narendra Modi&rsquo;s second-biggest ally and Bihar Chief Minister, Nitish Kumar, has demanded Rs 300 billion ($3.6 billion) ahead of the Union budget, according to a Bloomberg report. The Bihar government made the request during a pre-budget meeting with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman last month. The government has received the request from Bihar but hasn&rsquo;t yet decided how much will be allocated to the state this year. Earlier, Modi&rsquo;s biggest ally in the coalition &mdash; N Chandrababu Naidu of the Telugu Desam Party &mdash; made a request for more than $12 billion in aid over the next few years for Andhra Pradesh.</div>

Disappointing to see leader of world's largest democracy hug world's most bloody criminal: Volodymyr Zelenskyy

In a post on X, Ukrainian President&nbsp;Volodymyr Zelenskyy slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi for visiting Russia despite the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. He, however, did not name PM Modi. His post read, &quot;In Ukraine today, 37 people were killed, three of whom were children, and 170 were injured, including 13 children, as a result of Russia&rsquo;s brutal missile strike. A Russian missile struck the largest children&#39;s hospital in Ukraine, targeting young cancer patients. Many were buried under the rubble. It is a huge disappointment and a devastating blow to peace efforts to see the leader of the world&#39;s largest democracy hug the world&#39;s most bloody criminal in Moscow on such a day.&quot;<br />
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		In Ukraine today, 37 people were killed, three of whom were children, and 170 were injured, including 13 children, as a result of Russia&rsquo;s brutal missile strike.<br />
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	&mdash; Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) <a href="https://twitter.com/ZelenskyyUa/status/1810437647581716707?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 8, 2024</a></blockquote>
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No matter if temperature in Russia plummets to minus, our bilateral relations always in plus: PM Modi

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	Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday described Russia as India&#39;s &quot;all-weather friend&quot; and hailed President Vladimir Putin&#39;s leadership in strengthening the bilateral relationship over the past two decades. The Prime Minister&#39;s praise of Putin, during an address to the Indian diaspora here, came amid attempts by Western powers to isolate the Russian leader over the war in Ukraine. &quot;On hearing the word Russia, the first word that comes to mind of every Indian is India&#39;s all-weather friend (sukh-dukh ka saathi) and a trusted ally, Modi said. No matter how low the temperature dips below minus during Russian winter, India-Russia friendship has always remained in &#39;plus&#39;, it is full of warmth, the Prime Minister said.</div>
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Whenever the world faces a crisis, India is the first country to reach there: PM Modi

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	Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his address on Wednesday, reiterated that the 21st Century belongs to India. He said, &quot;Today, as Vishwa Bandhu, India is giving new confidence to the world. India&#39;s growing capability has given the whole world, a hope of stability and prosperity. India is being seen as a strong pillar of the new, emerging, multipolar, world order. When India talks about peace, dialogue and diplomacy, the whole world listens.&quot;</div>

Russian President has done a wonderful job strengthening India-Russia ties over last 2 decades: PM Modi

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	Prime Minister Narendra Modi showered praises on Russian President Vladimir Putin during address to the Indian diaspora in Moscow. He said, &quot;The strength of our relations has been tested many times and every time our friendship has emerged stronger. I would especially like to appreciate the leadership of my dear friend, President Putin. He has done a wonderful job to strengthen this partnership for more than 2 decades. This is the sixth time I have come to Russia in the last 10 years and in these years we have met each other 17 times. All these meetings have increased trust and respect. When our students were stuck in the conflict, President Putin helped us in getting them back to India. I once again thank the people of Russia and my friend, President Putin.&quot;</div>

Today's world needs confluence, not influence, and no one can understand it better than India: PM

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	Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured the Indian diaspora that development back home will only accelerate in the coming years. He said, &quot;During the elections, I used to say that the development that India has done in the last 10 years is just a trailer, in the coming 10 years, we are going to grow even faster. From semiconductors to electronic manufacturing, from green hydrogen to electric vehicles and world-class infrastructure. India&#39;s new pace will write a new chapter of world development...From global poverty to climate change, India will be at the forefront in challenging every situation.&quot;</div>

India to open 2 new consulates in Russia to further ease mobility, trade: PM Modi to Indian diaspora in Moscow

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	Addressing the Indian community in Moscow, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, &quot;Cinema has played a key role in strengthening India-Russia relations.&quot; The PM also recalled the role played by Raj Kapoor, Mithun Chakraborty in strengthening bilateral ties through cinema. He added, &quot;Today, the entire world believes that 21st century is India&#39;s century; India is seen as a strong pillar in evolving multipolar world.&quot;</div>

Every Indian sees Russia as trusted friend, a companion of good and bad times: PM Modi

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	Hailing India-Russia bilateral relations in his address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, &quot;The relations between our two great nations are built on strong foundations of mutual trust and respect...&nbsp;I commend President Putin for working tirelessly to take India-Russia relations to greater heights.&quot;</div>

Today, 140 crore Indians believe in solving problems that have been going on for decades: PM Modi

India is transforming because the country trusts the capability of its 140 crore citizens... it has faith and proud on Indians spread across the world. India is transforming because 140 crore Indians want to fulfil the dream of making it a developed country as a resolve,&quot; said Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his address to the Indian diaspora in Moscow.

India's transformation has increased the pride of NRIs globally: PM Modi addresses diaspora

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	Addressing the Indian diaspora in Moscow, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, &quot;I have brought with me the fragrance of India&#39;s soil. I have brought with me the love of 140 crore.&quot; Enlisting the country&#39;s achievements over the last 10 years, PM Modi said, &quot;All 140 crore Indians are determined to achieve the dream of Viksit Bharat by 2047.&quot;</div>
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We might resort to aggression & retaliation: Farooq Abdullah lambasts Pakistan over Kathua ambush

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	Speaking on the deaths of Indian Army soldiers in a terrorist attack in Kathua, JKNC Chief Farooq Abdullah told ANI, &quot;The only way forward now is that the pressure of the world on that country (reference to Pakistan) must increase. This is not the path to peace. This is the path to destruction... Terrorism will not help anyone. If our neighbour thinks that infiltrating terrorists into our territory will bring change, they are wrong. They will fail... I am afraid that our anger will increase so much after this that we might resort to aggression and retaliation. They have already destroyed their country, and now a war will only further destroy it. They need to stop terrorism. They are being condemned all over the world for their actions... What are they gaining from this? The families of these soldiers would be mourning and demanding retaliation. If they want to move on this path then they must be ready for the consequences also... Terrorism and dialogue cannot go hand in hand. If they want good ties, they will have to walk on that path, and terrorism does not lie on that path...&quot;</div>

CJI Chandrachud orders listing of plea seeking probe into Hathras stampede that killed 121

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	While Supreme Court has ordered the listing of the plea on Hathras stampede, the Special Investigation Team set up in Uttar Pradesh to investigate the cause of the incident has filed its report. The report submitted to the UP government, after recording over 100 statements, states that the committee which organised the Satsang is responsible for inviting more people than permitted.&nbsp;&nbsp;</div>

Attack on Army convoy a cowardly act that deserves condemnation & firm counter-measures: President Murmu

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	Condemning the ambush on Indian Army convoy in Jammu and Kashmir&#39;s Kathua, Indian President Droupadi Murmu said in a post on X, &quot;The attack on a convoy of Army personnel in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir by terrorists is a cowardly act that deserves condemnation and firm counter-measures. My sympathies are with the families of the bravehearts who laid down their lives in this ongoing war against terror in its all forms. I pray for the speedy recovery of those injured.&quot;</div>
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PM Modi to address India diaspora in Moscow shortly, preparations underway

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	Prime Minister Narendra Modi will shortly reach the venue where he will address the Indian diaspora. PM Modi is on a two-day visit to Russia. The annual summit between the Prime Minister of India and the President of Russia is the highest institutional dialogue mechanism in the strategic partnership between the two countries. The annual summits are held alternatively in India and Russia.<br />
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Ukraine conflict, economic agenda to be focus of Modi-Putin summit talks: Report

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	Summit talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin are expected to focus on ways to further shore up India-Russia cooperation in varied sectors -- such as energy, trade, manufacturing and fertilisers. Besides, the war in Ukraine is also set to figure prominently at the talks. According to PTI sources, the Indian side is likely to reaffirm its position that dialogue and diplomacy are the only way forward to resolve the conflict as there can&#39;t be any solution on the battlefield.</div>

Delhi likely to receive light rain; air quality continues to be 'satisfactory'

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	Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 27.2 degrees Celsius on Tuesday, with the weather department forecasting a generally cloudy sky with light rain for the day. The maximum temperature is likely to settle around 33 degrees Celsius, it stated. Meanwhile, the Air quality index (AQI) was recorded in the satisfactory category with a reading of 76 at 9 am, according to the Central Pollution Control Board. An AQI between zero and 50 is considered good, and between 51 and 100 is satisfactory.</div>

Four killed, 12 injured in road accident in Uttar Pradesh's Amethi

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	At least four people were killed and 12 others were injured on Tuesday morning when a bus they were travelling in collided with a vehicle in Uttar Pradesh&#39;s Amethi, police said. The bus was on its way to Delhi from Siwan, a village in Uttar Pradesh, police said. &quot;The injured were taken to a hospital by ambulance. Two people in critical condition have been referred to the district hospital for further treatment,&quot; police added.</div>
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Torrential rains disrupt normal life in parts of coastal Karnataka; several areas waterlogged

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	Normal life was thrown out of gear in the coastal and Western Ghats districts of Dakshina Kannada, Udupi and Uttara Kannada following heavy to very heavy and incessant rains over the past few days, officials said. Uttara Kannada district Collector K Lakshmipriya said there was heavy rain in the coastal parts of the district on Monday and 313 people had taken shelter in eight care centres opened in Honnavar Taluk and they were provided with basic facilities. Due to the &#39;excess rain,&#39; many low-lying areas in the undivided Dakshina Kannada (including Udupi) were flooded. However, on Monday there were no incidents of flooding inside Mangaluru city, but inundation was reported in lower parts of Bantwal town situated near the riverfront.</div>

No relief in sight; IMD predicts heavy rainfall at isolated places in Mumbai till July 12

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	Acording to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), heavy to moderate rainfall is likely in Palghar, Thane, Dhule, Nandurbar, Jalgaon, Nasik, Ahmednagar, Kolhapur, Sangli, Sholapur, Aurangabad, Jalna, Parbhani, Beed, Hingoli, Nanded, Latur, Osmanabad, Akola, Amravati, Bhandara, Buldhana, Chandrapur, Gadchiroli, Gondia, Nagpur, Wardha, Washim and Yavatmal up to July 12. The IMD has issued an orange alert for Mumbai for July 9.</div>

Congress attacks Maha govt over 'monsoon mismanagement'; citizen group asks BMC for compensation

As waterlogged streets disrupted normal life in India&#39;s financial capital, Watchdog Foundation, a Mumbai-based citizens group, has wrote a letter to Maharashtra&rsquo;s Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. The letter reads, &quot;We express our deep dissatisfaction with the BMC&rsquo;s recent claim of having kept the metropolis &ldquo;rain ready.&rdquo; This assertion has been thoroughly discredited by the significant flooding experienced across several areas, which severely disrupted vehicular traffic... We demand revival of all lakes and ponds and removal of encroachments from riverbanks... We also demand immediate compensation for those have suffered damage due to flooding.&rdquo;&nbsp; &nbsp;

Several areas in Mumbai receive over 200 mm rainfall in 3 hours; low-lying areas flooded

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	Harbor line train services are running a few minutes late due to the disruption caused by the overnight rainfall. Additionally, railway tracks have submerged in water at Wadala Station in Mumbai amid heavy. BEST bus services have also been affected as drivers take alternative routes due to flooding. Consequently, people are forced to wade through waterlogged roads to get to work.&nbsp;</div>
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India a strategic partner with whom we engage in frank dialogue, including our concerns about Russia: US

When asked about Prime Minister Narendra Modi&#39;s Russia visit, US Department of State Spokesperson Matthew Miller said, &quot;So again, we did just see Prime Minister Narendra Modi, like Hungary PM Viktor Orban, meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. We thought that was an important step to take. And we would urge India, as we do any country when it engages with Russia, to make clear that any resolution to the conflict in Ukraine needs to be one that respects the UN Charter, that respects Ukraine&rsquo;s territorial integrity, Ukraine&rsquo;s sovereignty. And India is a strategic partner with whom we engage in a full and frank dialogue, and that includes on our concerns about the relationship with Russia.&quot;

Deeply anguished at loss of five brave Indian Army soldiers in terrorist attack in Kathua: Rajnath Singh

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	In a post on X, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said, &quot;I am deeply anguished at the loss of five of our brave Indian Army Soldiers in a terrorist attack in Badnota, Kathua (J&amp;K). My deepest condolences to the bereaved families, the Nation stands firm with them in this difficult time. The Counter Terrorist operations are underway, and our soldiers are determined to usher in peace and order in the region. I pray for a speedy recovery to those who sustained injuries in this dastardly terror attack.&quot;</div>

Russia agrees to facilitate return of Indians working in Russian Army after PM Modi raises matter with Putin

In a diplomatic win for India, Russia has agreed to not only discharge but also facilitate the return of all Indians working for the Russian Army amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. The matter was raised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during bilateral discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin.&nbsp;

Generally cloudy sky with intermittent moderate to heavy spells of rain: IMD forecast for Mumbai

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	Even as Mumbai faces deluge, a red alert has been issued by the India Meteorological Department for Mumbai Metropolis Region. In view of the prevailing situation, civic authorities have appealed to the citizens not to panic during an emergency and contact the Disaster Management Cell of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on 1916.<br />
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Kathua ambush: Massive search operation launched as terrorists fled into nearby forest

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	A statement issued by police read, &ldquo;Exchange of fire between terrorists and security forces in the Machhedi area of Kathua district. Two Army personnel injured. Massive search operation has been launched.&rdquo; It added, &ldquo;After attacking the army truck, terrorists fled into the nearby forest. Additional reinforcements have been rushed to the area and a search operation has been launched to track down the attackers.&quot;</div>

As Ukraine conflict rages on, US, NATO allies observing PM Modi's Russia visit closely

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	Despite India&rsquo;s deepening relationship with the United States, New Delhi continues to maintain a strong relationship with Kremlin. Therefore, western media outlets have reported PM Modi&#39;s Russia visit as India&#39;s determination to stick to its own diplomatic path even as the West continues to isolate Moscow over its war on Ukraine. Significantly, the meeting in Moscow on Tuesday coincided with the first day of a high-profile summit of NATO leaders in Washington.&nbsp;</div>

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