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Haryana BJP started a campaign on Friday calling India’s first hydrogen train a "paani waali rail." The party used this simple pitch to promote the new Jind-Sonipat service. While the train runs on hydrogen, leaders said, "Narendra Modi has launched a train that runs on water," to highlight development.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shared an image of a tower collapse at Chabahar port on Thursday. The US launched strikes against Iran, hitting infrastructure to pressure the nation. This port is vital for India as a trade gateway to Afghanistan and Central Asia, helping bypass Pakistan for regional goods.
Orthopaedic surgeon Dr Manan Vohra recently highlighted that sleep shaming is a major health mistake in Indian households. He said, "Sleep is not a time pass. It resets your brain." Experts warn that mocking those who sleep enough leads to chronic deprivation, causing serious issues like heart disease and anxiety.
The Supreme Court on Friday took suo motu cognisance of a delay in the Kerala High Court regarding a plea for affordable breast cancer drugs. The case was listed 57 times over four years, but the petitioner died before a decision. The lawyer said, "It was now too late."
The Supreme Court on Friday pulled up an Ayurvedic doctor and a private hospital for denying treatment to a child rape victim who later died. The Bench said, "You have acted in the most ruthless manner." The Court suggested the hospital pay compensation to the family for their insensitive approach.
The Supreme Court on Friday slammed two Ghaziabad hospitals for refusing to treat a four-year-old rape victim who died in March. The court called their conduct ruthless. A judge told the doctor, "You have no business writing doctor with your name if you don't perform your duty," ordering compensation payments.
The Supreme Court on Friday (July 17, 2026) slammed a doctor for failing to treat a four-year-old rape victim in Ghaziabad. The Bench called the conduct merciless and insensitive. "You have no business of writing 'doctor' with your name if you don't perform your duty," the Court said to them.
ICICI Securities issued a buy rating for Bharat Heavy Electricals with a target price of Rs 520. BHEL started FY27 with revenue growing 40% and a profit of INR 3.8bn. The firm got many new orders worth INR 2.7trn recently, which showed strong execution and helped improve its overall financial performance.
More than 100 scientists quit ISRO in recent months, prompting the Department of Space to tighten resignation rules. Many experts left for better pay and faster growth in the private space industry. The government now requires clearance for staff on flagship missions to ensure critical work continues without any delays.
Two people died and many got injured after a fire started in a Noida Sector 66 building on Wednesday. Officials said the blaze began when an electric bike exploded in the basement. Narrow lanes and poor fire service resources hampered rescue efforts as the flames spread to several parked vehicles.
The Bank of India invited applications for 779 Credit Officer posts. Interested candidates can apply online at bankofindia.bank.in before the deadline on July 20, 2026. The recruitment process includes an online examination, and the merit list will follow. Applicants should visit the official website to complete their registration and payment.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will dedicate the Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway on Friday. This project, costing ₹9,680 crore for the first 157.92 km, aims to boost connectivity across North India. It will cut travel time to Amritsar to 4 hours and Katra to 6 hours, making road journeys much faster and safer.