India, Indonesia, and Australia reaffirmed their dedication to a free, open, and rules-based Indo-Pacific during a trilateral dialogue meeting. The discussions focused on collaboration opportunities under the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative and the Indian Ocean Rim Association mechanisms. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) highlighted areas of cooperation including maritime domain awareness, marine pollution, and blue economy efforts. The meeting emphasized the convergence between India's Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative and the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific, reinforcing ASEAN's central role in regional stability and cooperation.

Jyotirmath Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand has claimed that 228 kgs of gold are missing from the Kedarnath temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva in Uttarakhand. His accusation comes amid protests against constructing a Kedarnath temple in Delhi. The Shankaracharya criticized the lack of an inquiry into the missing gold and expressed concerns over potential scams with the new temple. His statements coincided with a meeting with Uddhav Thackeray, where he voiced support for Thackeray becoming Maharashtra CM again and criticized the betrayal he faced.

Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant charmed guests by warmly greeting Shanteri Nayak, owner of Mumbai's iconic Mysore Cafe, at their wedding reception. A viral video captures Radhika expressing gratitude for the cafe's food they enjoy every Sunday, while Anant introduced Nayak with pride. The event, held at Mumbai's Jio World Convention Centre, included heartfelt gestures from other Ambani family members and high-profile guests. Mysore Cafe, cherished for its South Indian cuisine, holds a special place in the Ambani family's heart, with Mukesh Ambani fondly recalling his visits there during his student days.

Jude Bellingham and Alan Shearer lead tributes to Gareth Southgate, who resigned as England manager after nearly eight years. Southgate's tenure ended with a 2-1 loss to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. Bellingham praised him as "one of the best coaches in national team history" and "an unbelievable human being." Shearer lauded Southgate for restoring pride and expectation to England. Current and former players, including Declan Rice and Ashley Young, echoed these sentiments, highlighting Southgate's impact on English football and his exemplary leadership.

A 17-year-old boy attacked devotees with a bladed weapon at Sri Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara in Gravesend, England, on July 11, injuring two women. The incident is being treated as "religiously aggravated" but not terrorism-related. The suspect was charged with attempted grievous bodily harm, assault, and threats to kill, among other offences. He appeared in court and was detained for a mental health assessment. The gurdwara reassured the community, confirming 'Guru Granth Sahib Ji' was not present during the attack. Police continue to patrol the area for reassurance and community engagement.

Indian students aspiring to study in the UK are hopeful that the newly elected Labour government, led by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, will implement immigrant-friendly policies. Previously, the Sunak administration proposed restricting the graduate visa route, which allows international graduates to work in the UK for two years post-graduation. Experts believe maintaining this visa is crucial for universities' financial stability. The new government is expected to review restrictive policies and potentially introduce more scholarships and streamlined visa processes to support international students, ensuring the UK remains a top destination for higher education.

An Indian national was among six people killed in a mass shooting near a Shia mosque in Muscat, Oman. The attack, which occurred on July 16, 2024, also left nearly 30 people wounded. The Indian embassy in Oman confirmed the death of the Indian citizen via a social media post. Among the deceased were four Pakistani nationals. This incident is notably rare in the typically stable Gulf sultanate. Local authorities are investigating the motive behind the attack and have heightened security measures around religious sites.

Reality TV stars Kim Kardashian and Khloe Kardashian visited Mumbai's Iskcon Temple during their first trip to India. They wore traditional attire and were seen serving food to children at the temple, as captured in photos shared on social media. The sisters, accompanied by podcaster-author Jay Shetty, also interacted with the temple priest during their religious outing. Kim, 40, expressed her fondness for India on Instagram, sharing moments from their visit which included exploring local culture and attending Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding festivities.

BRS leader K Kavitha, jailed in connection with the Delhi excise policy case, was rushed to Delhi's DDU Hospital on Tuesday evening. Kavitha, arrested by the Enforcement Directorate on March 15 and later by the CBI, is accused of being part of a group that gave ₹100 crore in kickbacks for a favorable liquor policy. The reason for her hospital visit is not yet clear. Kavitha, daughter of former Telangana chief minister K Chandrashekar Rao, has been in judicial custody and has sought bail, claiming the charges against her are incomplete.

The CBI arrested engineer Pankaj Kumar for stealing a NEET-UG question paper from the National Testing Agency's trunk in Bihar. Kumar, a 2017 NIT Jamshedpur graduate, and his accomplice Raju Singh, who distributed the leaked paper, were caught in Patna and Jamshedpur. The paper leak originated at Oasis school in Hazaribagh, where staff failed to report broken seals on question paper sets. The NEET-UG exam, held on May 5, has faced multiple cheating allegations, with over 60 arrests made so far. The CBI continues to investigate irregularities in the exam.