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India continues to face a significant gender gap in internet usage, with a 16.2 percentage-point difference between men and women. The disparity is highest in rural areas, while urban women's internet access is slightly better than that of rural men.
Tribal families affected by the Ken-Betwa Link Project in Chhatarpur are staging a symbolic "Pyre Protest" to demand adequate compensation and proper rehabilitation. Protesters are lying on symbolic funeral pyres to oppose displacement.
Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike has entered its 18th day. The prolonged fast has adversely affected his health, yet he is unwilling to end the protest until the government initiates talks with him.
Continuous rainfall has disrupted life across Delhi-NCR. IMD has issued a Yellow Alert, warning of waterlogging, traffic congestion, and advising people to avoid unnecessary travel.
India will export semiconductor chips manufactured in Gujarat to Japan, the US, Europe, and other global markets, boosting technology exports and creating new opportunities.
The festival, being held from 3 to 5 July 2026, is an important initiative aimed at giving new momentum to agriculture, horticulture, exports, and the rural economy. It is expected to strengthen efforts to increase the global demand for Uttar Pradesh's mangoes while helping boost farmers' incomes.
The holy cave has been opened for devotees as part of the Amarnath Yatra 2026. Amid tight security and extensive arrangements, the first batch of pilgrims has begun its journey for the darshan of Baba Barfani. The pilgrimage will continue until August 28.
For the first time in the country, an initiative has been taken to provide legal recognition to the rights of women farmers, giving institutional recognition to their role in agriculture.
The price of the 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder has been reduced by ₹183.50 from July 1. The revised rates will provide relief to hotels, restaurants, and other commercial establishments.
The VB-G RAM G Act is now in force, increasing the rural employment guarantee from 100 to 125 days with a new legal framework.
Nine workers were killed after a massive rock collapsed at a stone quarry near Bengaluru. Authorities have launched an investigation into the accident and are examining whether safety norms were followed.
The alleged bonded labour case that has come to light in Uttar Pradesh's Muzaffarnagar district has raised serious concerns about workers' safety and the enforcement of labour laws.
