Who is Tukaram Mundhe, IAS officer leading Maharashtra's food safety crackdown?
Tukaram Mundhe, a 2005-batch IAS officer, has been serving as Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner since May 2026. Known for his strict administrative style, he has reportedly been transferred 25 times in 21 years. Since taking charge, Mundhe has intensified crackdowns on food adulteration, including suspending the license of Mumbai's iconic ice cream parlour, K Rustom & Co.
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Tukaram Mundhe, a 2005-batch IAS officer, has been serving as Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner since May 2026. Known for his strict administrative style, he has reportedly been transferred 25 times in 21 years. Since taking charge, Mundhe has intensified crackdowns on food adulteration, including suspending the license of Mumbai's iconic ice cream parlour, K Rustom & Co.
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'Gus' Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton sells for record βΉ482 crore at auction
A 67-million-year-old Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton named 'Gus' sold for record βΉ482 crore at auction in New York, becoming the world's most expensive fossil ever auctioned. Gus is 38 feet long and 12.5 feet tall, making it one of largest T rex specimens ever found. "US is only country in world where such fossils are considered personal property," an expert said.
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11:18 pm Tuesday, 14 July 2026
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A 67-million-year-old Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton named 'Gus' sold for record βΉ482 crore at auction in New York, becoming the world's most expensive fossil ever auctioned. Gus is 38 feet long and 12.5 feet tall, making it one of largest T rex specimens ever found. "US is only country in world where such fossils are considered personal property," an expert said.
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Court denies bail plea of man who impersonated PMO official, cheated people of βΉ4 cr
A Delhi court rejected the bail plea of a Jammu-based news outlet's founder-editor, Vijay Gupta, after he was arrested for impersonating a PMO official and cheating people of over βΉ4 crore. The judge said there was "strong possibility" Gupta would tamper with evidence, coerce witnesses and repeat the offence if released. Gupta was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in May.
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11:18 pm Tuesday, 14 July 2026
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A Delhi court rejected the bail plea of a Jammu-based news outlet's founder-editor, Vijay Gupta, after he was arrested for impersonating a PMO official and cheating people of over βΉ4 crore. The judge said there was "strong possibility" Gupta would tamper with evidence, coerce witnesses and repeat the offence if released. Gupta was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in May.
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India releases 1st statement after Bishnoi & Brar's indictment over Nijjar's killing
India released its first statement after US indicted gangsters Lawrence Bishnoi and his aide Goldy Brar in Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing in Canada. "India has...maintained that transnational organised crime, terrorism...pose a serious threat to our societies," the MEA said. "India remains committed to...combating terrorism and transnational organised crime," it added.
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12:50 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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India released its first statement after US indicted gangsters Lawrence Bishnoi and his aide Goldy Brar in Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing in Canada. "India has...maintained that transnational organised crime, terrorism...pose a serious threat to our societies," the MEA said. "India remains committed to...combating terrorism and transnational organised crime," it added.
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Spain reach FIFA World Cup final for 2nd time, deny France a historic 3rd straight final
Spain reached their second-ever FIFA World Cup final after defeating France 2-0 in the semi-final. Spain's Mikel Oyarzabal opened the scoring with a 22nd-minute penalty before Pedro Porro doubled lead in the 58th. France, champions in 2018 and runners-up in 2022, missed the chance to become the third team in history after Germany and Brazil to reach three consecutive finals.
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07:00 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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Spain reached their second-ever FIFA World Cup final after defeating France 2-0 in the semi-final. Spain's Mikel Oyarzabal opened the scoring with a 22nd-minute penalty before Pedro Porro doubled lead in the 58th. France, champions in 2018 and runners-up in 2022, missed the chance to become the third team in history after Germany and Brazil to reach three consecutive finals.
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07:00 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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KGMU Lucknow bans cooking of non-veg food in hostels after UP Governor raised concerns
The King George's Medical University (KGMU) in Lucknow has banned the cooking of non-vegetarian food items at all its hostels after Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel raised concerns over the non-veg food. However, there will not be any restriction on students and hostel boarders from ordering non-veg items from outside. An official said even cooking eggs is not allowed.
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08:42 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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The King George's Medical University (KGMU) in Lucknow has banned the cooking of non-vegetarian food items at all its hostels after Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel raised concerns over the non-veg food. However, there will not be any restriction on students and hostel boarders from ordering non-veg items from outside. An official said even cooking eggs is not allowed.
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Law student who abused CJI Kant, flung papers in courtroom, arrested
Delhi Police arrested Lucknow University law students Prabal Pratap (third-year) and Chander Bhan (second-year) for disrupting Supreme Court proceedings on July 10. Pratap, who appeared as petitioner-in-person, used cuss words against CJI Surya Kant, called the judges "judicial servants" and flung papers in the courtroom. An FIR was registered on the complaint of a Supreme Court security staffer.
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News By: Garima Garg
08:38 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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Delhi Police arrested Lucknow University law students Prabal Pratap (third-year) and Chander Bhan (second-year) for disrupting Supreme Court proceedings on July 10. Pratap, who appeared as petitioner-in-person, used cuss words against CJI Surya Kant, called the judges "judicial servants" and flung papers in the courtroom. An FIR was registered on the complaint of a Supreme Court security staffer.
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Spain create history, becoming first team to keep 6 clean sheets in a single World Cup
Spain have become the first team in FIFA World Cup history to keep six clean sheets in a single edition after defeating France 2-0 in the 2026 semi-final. Spain have conceded just one goal across seven matches, keeping shutouts in each of their four knockout games. Spain will face England or Argentina in the final.
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08:36 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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Spain have become the first team in FIFA World Cup history to keep six clean sheets in a single edition after defeating France 2-0 in the 2026 semi-final. Spain have conceded just one goal across seven matches, keeping shutouts in each of their four knockout games. Spain will face England or Argentina in the final.
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Defeat is hard to take: French Prez Macron after France's FIFA World Cup exit
After Spain defeated France 2-0 in the FIFA World Cup semi-final, French President Emmanuel Macron said, βTonight's defeat is hard to take, but this team is young and full of promise.β He praised the French players for carrying their colours with commitment and congratulated Spain on qualifying. Spain will face either England or Argentina in the final.
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08:58 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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After Spain defeated France 2-0 in the FIFA World Cup semi-final, French President Emmanuel Macron said, βTonight's defeat is hard to take, but this team is young and full of promise.β He praised the French players for carrying their colours with commitment and congratulated Spain on qualifying. Spain will face either England or Argentina in the final.
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FBI declares gangster Nitish Kaushal as 'most wanted'
US' FBI has added gangster Nitish Kaushal to its 'Most Wanted' list for his alleged involvement in a transnational criminal organisation engaged in acts including murder, kidnapping, drug trafficking, extortion, and weapons trafficking, among others. It stated that his Jaggu Bhagwanpuria Organised Crime Group originated in Punjab and operated in the Central District of California and elsewhere.
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News By: Arshiya Chopra
08:56 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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US' FBI has added gangster Nitish Kaushal to its 'Most Wanted' list for his alleged involvement in a transnational criminal organisation engaged in acts including murder, kidnapping, drug trafficking, extortion, and weapons trafficking, among others. It stated that his Jaggu Bhagwanpuria Organised Crime Group originated in Punjab and operated in the Central District of California and elsewhere.
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08:56 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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US troops to exit Iraq by September, ending 23-year military presence
The US will completely withdraw its military forces from Iraq by September 30, bringing an end to a military presence that began with the 2003 invasion of the country. The announcement was made jointly by US President Donald Trump and Iraqi PM Ali al-Zaidi on Tuesday. "We don't think we need the military there anymore," Trump said.
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08:52 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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The US will completely withdraw its military forces from Iraq by September 30, bringing an end to a military presence that began with the 2003 invasion of the country. The announcement was made jointly by US President Donald Trump and Iraqi PM Ali al-Zaidi on Tuesday. "We don't think we need the military there anymore," Trump said.
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US bill lowers proposed tariff on India for buying Russian oil from 500% to 100%
US Senate has introduced a revised Russia sanctions bill that cuts the proposed maximum tariff on countries such as India and China buying Russian oil and gas from 500% to 100%, Reuters reported. The bill, originally championed by the late Senator Lindsey Graham, includes sanctions against Russiaβs vital energy, defence, financial and industrial sectors. It could be passed before August.
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08:46 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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US Senate has introduced a revised Russia sanctions bill that cuts the proposed maximum tariff on countries such as India and China buying Russian oil and gas from 500% to 100%, Reuters reported. The bill, originally championed by the late Senator Lindsey Graham, includes sanctions against Russiaβs vital energy, defence, financial and industrial sectors. It could be passed before August.
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We didn't adapt, failed to close large deals: IBM CEO to investors
IBM shares crashed 25.2% on Tuesday after its preliminary Q2 results missed Wall Street expectations. In a letter to investors, IBM CEO Arvind Krishna said clients shifted their quarterly capex spend toward servers, storage and memory in late June. He added, "We didn't adapt and move quickly enough, and numerous large deals failed to close on the timelines we expected."
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News By: Pravel Jain
09:14 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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IBM shares crashed 25.2% on Tuesday after its preliminary Q2 results missed Wall Street expectations. In a letter to investors, IBM CEO Arvind Krishna said clients shifted their quarterly capex spend toward servers, storage and memory in late June. He added, "We didn't adapt and move quickly enough, and numerous large deals failed to close on the timelines we expected."
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09:14 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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India-UK FTA comes into effect
India's Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the United Kingdom came into effect today, eliminating tariffs on 99% of India's exports to the UK. The FTA reduces up to 70% of tariffs on processed food products, 16% on leather and footwear, and nearly 12% on textiles and clothing to zero. It'll provide phased tariff concessions to premium vehicles from the UK.
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09:12 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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India's Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the United Kingdom came into effect today, eliminating tariffs on 99% of India's exports to the UK. The FTA reduces up to 70% of tariffs on processed food products, 16% on leather and footwear, and nearly 12% on textiles and clothing to zero. It'll provide phased tariff concessions to premium vehicles from the UK.
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Toll fee hiked at 8 plazas across Punjab & Haryana
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has revised toll charges at eight plazas across Punjab and Haryana. Private cars and light motor vehicles will have to pay βΉ5-βΉ10 more per trip at Ghulal, Paind, Kot Karor, Kalajhar, Khuian Sarvar, Lehrabega, Kala Tibba and Shekhpura, reports said. Toll rates for buses, trucks and other commercial vehicles have also been increased.
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News By: Garima Garg
09:09 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has revised toll charges at eight plazas across Punjab and Haryana. Private cars and light motor vehicles will have to pay βΉ5-βΉ10 more per trip at Ghulal, Paind, Kot Karor, Kalajhar, Khuian Sarvar, Lehrabega, Kala Tibba and Shekhpura, reports said. Toll rates for buses, trucks and other commercial vehicles have also been increased.
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09:09 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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Spain equal world record for most consecutive football matches without a defeat
Spain have equalled Italy's world record of 37 consecutive matches unbeaten after defeating France 2-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final. Italy registered their 37-match run between 2018 and 2021 before Spain ended it in the UEFA Nations League semi-final. With their win against France, Spain reached their second World Cup final.
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09:07 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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Spain have equalled Italy's world record of 37 consecutive matches unbeaten after defeating France 2-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final. Italy registered their 37-match run between 2018 and 2021 before Spain ended it in the UEFA Nations League semi-final. With their win against France, Spain reached their second World Cup final.
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09:07 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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Licenses of Mumbaiβs iconic Shalimar Restaurant, 100-yr-old Noor Mohammadi Hotel suspended
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended the food business licences of three Mumbai restaurants, including the iconic Shalimar Restaurant, Noor Mohammadi Hotel and Rehmania Restaurant. The licences were suspended as insects and crows, unhygienic storage of raw materials, peeling paint and greasy walls were found at the outlets. Noor Mohammadi Hotel is over 100 years old.
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News By: Jayant Singh
09:27 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended the food business licences of three Mumbai restaurants, including the iconic Shalimar Restaurant, Noor Mohammadi Hotel and Rehmania Restaurant. The licences were suspended as insects and crows, unhygienic storage of raw materials, peeling paint and greasy walls were found at the outlets. Noor Mohammadi Hotel is over 100 years old.
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Sons have less than 0.5% share of ethanol business in India: Gadkari
Amid allegations of conflict of interest regarding ethanol-blending policy, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said, "Ethanol is just 10% of...business and...factories run by my sons have less than 0.5% share of...ethanol business in...country." "Campaign is politically motivated. Certain people are targeting government and me. There is also misinformation about E20 fuel damaging engines," he added.
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News By: Saurav Joshi
09:25 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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Amid allegations of conflict of interest regarding ethanol-blending policy, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said, "Ethanol is just 10% of...business and...factories run by my sons have less than 0.5% share of...ethanol business in...country." "Campaign is politically motivated. Certain people are targeting government and me. There is also misinformation about E20 fuel damaging engines," he added.
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09:25 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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Leaders of both NCP factions meet Maha CM Fadnavis, fuel merger speculation
The leaders of both factions of the NCP meet Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday, fuelling speculation of a merger. NCP (SP) state president Jayant Patil first met Sharad Pawar before meeting CM Fadnavis. Separately, ruling NCP leaders Sunil Tatkare and Praful Patel also met the CM. Reportedly, at least 5/10 NCP (SP) MLAs favour joining the BJP-led NDA.
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09:19 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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The leaders of both factions of the NCP meet Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday, fuelling speculation of a merger. NCP (SP) state president Jayant Patil first met Sharad Pawar before meeting CM Fadnavis. Separately, ruling NCP leaders Sunil Tatkare and Praful Patel also met the CM. Reportedly, at least 5/10 NCP (SP) MLAs favour joining the BJP-led NDA.
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UK plans midnight social media curfew for 16-17 year olds
The UK government is planning to introduce a default midnight curfew on social media apps for 16 and 17-year-olds. The teenagers would be blocked from using social media apps like Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, between midnight and 6 am by default. The administration is also planning to disable features like auto-play and infinite scroll on such apps by default.
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News By: Anushka Singh
09:16 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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The UK government is planning to introduce a default midnight curfew on social media apps for 16 and 17-year-olds. The teenagers would be blocked from using social media apps like Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, between midnight and 6 am by default. The administration is also planning to disable features like auto-play and infinite scroll on such apps by default.
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09:16 am Wednesday, 15 July 2026
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