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The Supreme Court appointed former judge Justice L Nageswara Rao to mediate the ₹1 lakh-crore Kalyani family wealth dispute. The court asked siblings Baba Kalyani and Sugandha Hiremath to contact him so mediation could start from Tuesday. The bench stayed ongoing Bombay High Court proceedings to help settle the long-running case.
The Supreme Court asked the Telangana government to fix defects in its plea against the Polavaram project. A bench led by Justice Vikram Nath refused to issue notice to Andhra Pradesh or grant interim relief. The court said all aspects of the case will be considered only after proper re-filing.
The Supreme Court handed the Noida land compensation probe to the UP vigilance wing. A bench led by CJI BR Gavai said, “The SIT is absolved of further responsibility.” The court noted that the cases need experts in economic offences. The SIT previously identified 12 officials involved in illegal payouts.
The Supreme Court froze the bank accounts of Parsvnath directors and issued warrants for their appearance on July 20. The bench expressed anguish over the builder’s defiance of Haryana RERA orders. “They should have been arrested by now,” the court said. Homebuyers still wait for flats promised back in 2013.
Gautam Budh Nagar upgraded its flood response to protect vulnerable areas after the Yamuna discharge reached 6,869 cusecs on Monday. Officials started inspecting flood control posts and shelters. “Monsoon preparedness is carried out every year to ensure all departments are ready to respond promptly if required,” said engineer BK Singh.
Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said on Monday that the India-US framework trade deal is ready and will be signed at the right moment. The agreement aims to protect Indian exporters from proposed US tariffs. Agrawal noted, "Any trade deal will address all aspects of the relationship and provide a pathway."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand highlights India’s Act East Policy. Launched at the 2014 ASEAN-India Summit, the policy aims to boost trade and security ties. While India faces regional instability, it continues to use these strategic partnerships to address growing challenges in the Indo-Pacific.
US President Donald Trump said on Monday that the US would impose a 20 percent levy on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz. This move worries India, which gets much of its oil through this route. Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, said, "20 percent is too much," opposing the plan.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar launched India’s campaign for a non-permanent UNSC seat for the 2028-29 term on Monday (July 13, 2026). He said, "India's focus will be on working for a secure, peaceful, and equitable world." India aims to ensure the Global South gets a fair voice in global affairs.
The Central Railway redeveloped 10 railway stations at a cost of Rs 424 crore. Baramati station got upgrades for Rs 11.40 crore, while Nandura station saw improvements costing Rs 10.63 crore. Additionally, Telangana’s Hi-Tech City station was modernised for Rs 26 crore to help many passengers use these new facilities daily.
The Supreme Court dismissed appeals by Kotak Mahindra Asset Management Company on July 13, ruling that fund houses must follow SEBI regulations regardless of financial outcomes. The Bench stated, "Mandate first, gains later; Sebi compliance, never falter." This decision protects investors by ensuring market integrity remains more important than profits.
The Supreme Court on Monday, July 13, 2026, questioned the use of the POCSO Act against teenagers in voluntary relationships. The Bench said, “It is the age of experimentation.” Judges noted that parents often use these laws to protect family honour when teenage girls elope with their partners instead of love.