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Maharashtra's SIR electoral roll revision has sparked anxiety among voters, with many struggling to trace their parents' 2002 voting records despite having voted in previous elections. ✍🏻: Tanisha Banerjee Read more: bit.ly/4wcUpcI (1/2)

Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) held a protest near the Maa Saheb Meenatai Thackeray statue at Shivaji Park, Dadar, expressing support for Sonam Wangchuk and students. The party said the demonstration was aimed at raising the voice of the country's youth and holding the Centre accountable over its policies.

Barkha Trehan has claimed responsibility for throwing ink at Abhijeet Dipke, saying she was protesting after he allegedly laughed during remarks she considered insulting to Lord Ram at a Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) event. In a post on X, she said she stands by her actions and described the incident as her form of protest.

A massive landslide struck Maundhura village in Uttarakhand's Kapkot block on Saturday evening, with dramatic visuals capturing tonnes of debris and boulders crashing downhill within seconds. No casualties or property damage were reported, but the incident has once again highlighted the Himalayan region's vulnerability during the monsoon.

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has claimed that tear gas is being readied near the Jantar Mantar protest site, alleging heightened security ahead of the ongoing demonstration.

Police have booked two persons for allegedly cheating a 60-year-old RTO agent from Thane of Rs 11 lakh by promising his son a government job. The accused allegedly showed a fake selection list and later failed to provide the job or return the money. Read more: bit.ly/4wbMHj3

Thousands of users reported issues with Instagram, Facebook and Messenger on Sunday. Many said feeds appeared blank, profiles wouldn't load, stories failed to post and temporary account errors were displayed. The cause of the outage remains unknown, and Meta has not issued an official statement.

On July 17, a four-foot-long crocodile entered the basement mess of a boys' hostel in Rajasthan's Kota, sending students and cooks running to safety. Forest department officials safely rescued the reptile and later released it into the Chambal River. No injuries were reported in the incident.

PV Sindhu became the first Indian to win the Japan Open, defeating reigning world champion Akane Yamaguchi 21-17, 21-17 in a dominant 50-minute women's singles final in Tokyo on Sunday. The two-time Olympic medallist ended a seven-year wait for a major BWF World Tour title, rediscovering her attacking form after battling injuries and a 19-month title drought.

The Bombay High Court cancelled the bail granted to Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre in the Dombivli doctors’ assault case, directing him to surrender by 5 pm on July 20. Taking suo motu cognisance, the court cited the gravity of the offence and stayed the magistrate’s bail order, with the next hearing scheduled for July 22. Read more: bit.ly/3RJUNjN

The IMD has issued a Yellow Alert for Mumbai, Thane and Palghar, forecasting heavy rain, thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds of 30–40 kmph over the next 24 hours. The weather department warned of possible waterlogging, reduced visibility and traffic congestion as monsoon activity revives. Residents have been advised to stay alert and check weather updates before travelling. Read more: bit.ly/4pp7htq

Andrew and Tristan Tate were arrested in Miami after UK authorities announced fresh criminal charges and sought their extradition. The brothers, who hold dual US-UK citizenship, were detained on a sealed warrant. UK prosecutors charged Andrew Tate with rape, sex trafficking and assault, while Tristan Tate faces rape and trafficking charges. Both brothers deny all allegations and say they will challenge the case.

Investigators said the accused drugged the victim before releasing a snake into his bed. Police said they planned to claim his ₹20 lakh insurance money. (2/2)

A Meerut man's death, initially believed to be a snakebite, was uncovered as a planned murder. Police arrested his wife, her lover and two others. (1/2)

On Sunday morning, a high-end Porsche crashed into a divider on Mumbai’s Coastal Road before veering into the opposite lane and colliding with an Ertiga. Both occupants escaped unhurt. Officials said the rain-soaked road and alleged rash driving may have contributed to the crash. Police are investigating the incident after traffic was restored.

Officials clarified that voters only need to fill personal details initially, while missing documents can be submitted later during the notice period. The deadline has been extended to August 8. (2/2)

Maharashtra's SIR electoral roll revision has sparked anxiety among voters, with many struggling to trace their parents' 2002 voting records despite having voted in previous elections. ✍🏻: Tanisha Banerjee Read more: bit.ly/4wcUpcI (1/2)

Flash floods hit Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri town after heavy overnight rainfall, forcing hundreds of residents to evacuate as rivers overflowed and vehicles were swept away. Rescue teams and local authorities evacuated affected families from low-lying areas, while officials assessed damage to public and private property caused by the flooding.

Sonam Wangchuk’s wife Dr Gitanjali Angmo approached the Delhi High Court seeking permission to shift him from Safdarjung Hospital to a private facility, alleging he is being illegally detained. She claimed there were discrepancies in his medical reports and alleged the hospital refused to discharge or allow his transfer despite repeated requests. The plea comes as Wangchuk continues his indefinite hunger strike, with the court earlier directing daily monitoring of his health condition.

@rajtoday The train continued its journey after temporary repairs, while WR officials ordered a detailed inspection to find out whether the failure was due to a mechanical issue or maintenance lapse. (2/2)

On July 18, a coach door of a Western Railway local came loose while the train was running near Borivali. No injuries were reported as railway staff secured the door. ✍🏻: @rajtoday Read more: bit.ly/4gLZ0xw (1/2)