The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Mumbai and the Konkan belt, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall on Friday and Saturday. A monsoon trough and cyclonic circulation have developed over Mumbai, bringing strong westerly winds and a high likelihood of intense rainfall. The alert also covers Thane, Palghar, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg districts. Mumbai has already seen 422 mm of rainfall between July 7-9, with 268 mm recorded in just 24 hours. Residents are advised to take necessary precautions and stay prepared for potential flooding.

The Supreme Court will pronounce its verdict today on Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's petition challenging his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a money laundering case. The case is linked to the now-scrapped excise policy. A two-judge bench reserved the verdict on May 17 after hearing the petition. The court had sought witness statements recorded after Manish Sisodia's arrest. The verdict will determine the validity of Kejriwal's arrest and potentially impact the ongoing investigation. The Supreme Court's decision is highly anticipated in this high-profile case.

Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams expressed optimism about the joint ISRO-NASA mission to send an Indian astronaut to space. Speaking from the International Space Station, Williams praised the collaboration between India and the US, stating, "Our future couldn't be brighter." The mission involves training two of the four selected Indian astronauts at NASA, with one set to fly to the International Space Station. This partnership also includes the NISAR Earth-observation mission, slated for launch this year. Williams looks forward to meeting the Indian astronauts training at NASA's Johnson Space Center, highlighting the expanding cooperation in space exploration between the two nations.

Gautam Gambhir has been named the new head coach of the Indian cricket team, replacing Rahul Dravid. The appointment has sparked reactions from cricket legends Dale Steyn, Shahid Afridi, and Jacques Kallis, who praised Gambhir's aggressive style. "Gautam Gambhir will bring some fire… love his aggression," Steyn remarked, emphasizing Gambhir's fierce on-field presence. Kallis noted Gambhir's smart cricket brain and aggressive play style, adding that the team would learn a lot from him. Afridi highlighted Gambhir's straightforward and positive approach. Gambhir's leadership is expected to infuse the team with a new level of intensity and passion.

France has begun evicting thousands of homeless immigrants from Paris ahead of the 2024 Olympics, a move linked to preparations for the event. According to a New York Times report, authorities are relocating mostly single men to cities like Lyon and Marseille, promising new housing. However, many immigrants have not received the promised accommodations and face uncertainty in unfamiliar cities. Critics argue these actions are aimed at beautifying Paris for the Olympics without addressing root causes of homelessness. The French government has not yet responded to inquiries about the evictions, which have drawn attention and concern internationally.

Newly appointed UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer briefly stepped away from a NATO meeting to witness England's thrilling victory over Netherlands in the EURO semi-final. Starmer, seen watching Harry Kane's crucial penalty goal on social media, celebrated England's 2-1 win after Ollie Watkins scored in injury time. Starmer, who assumed office on July 5, expressed his excitement online, noting he timed his break perfectly. England now prepares to face Spain in the EURO final in Berlin. Starmer, leader of the Labour Party, was officially appointed by King Charles III at Buckingham Palace.

Russia has vowed to counteract the planned U.S. deployment of long-range missiles in Germany, calling it a severe threat to its national security. Following NATO's announcement at a summit, Russia condemned the move, viewing it as a destabilizing action amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov expressed concern over NATO's expanding military infrastructure near Russian borders, prompting Moscow to prepare a strategic military response. Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov emphasized Russia's readiness to develop countermeasures, describing the U.S.-German initiative as intimidating and provocative. The tensions escalate following the U.S.'s withdrawal from the INF Treaty in 2019.

Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant celebrated their garba night on July 9, ahead of their wedding. Hosted by Radhika's family, the event featured vibrant decorations, music, dance, and traditional cuisine. Radhika wore a purple lehenga, styled with diamonds, while Anant donned a pink kurta set designed by Rahul Mishra. Pictures from the night were shared on Instagram by stylist Shaleena Nathani. The couple’s wedding festivities began with a puja on June 29 and will continue with ceremonies from July 12 to 14 at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai.

The Supreme Court will deliver its verdict on Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's plea against his arrest and remand by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the excise policy case on July 12. Kejriwal was arrested on March 21 for alleged money laundering linked to the Delhi Excise Policy. The policy, now scrapped, faced corruption allegations. Kejriwal, currently in judicial custody, claims the charges are politically motivated. The Delhi High Court had earlier upheld his arrest. The verdict will be announced by a bench of Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta.

A SpiceJet employee, Anuradha Rani, was arrested for slapping a CISF officer at Jaipur Airport. The incident occurred when she was stopped for not having permission to use a vehicle gate. An argument ensued, leading to the slap. The video has gone viral. SpiceJet claims their staff member faced sexual harassment, alleging the officer used inappropriate language and made an unwelcome advance. The airline is taking legal action against the CISF personnel. CISF officials stated she was asked to undergo mandatory screening, but no female personnel were available, leading to the confrontation.