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India notifies rules for UK FTA vehicle import benefits ahead of July 15 rollout
India has notified the operating rules for tariff concessions on UK vehicle imports under the India-UK CETA, setting quota limits, eligibility conditions and documentation requirements before the July 15 rollout.
Mumbai-Pune rail corridor faces cancellations through July 17 after landslides
Central Railway has extended disruptions on the Mumbai-Pune ghat corridor after monsoon-triggered landslides damaged the steep route in Maharashtra. Officials say normal operations are unlikely before July 17, with cancellations, short-originations, short-terminations and diversions continuing while restoration work proceeds.
New Zealand says 57% of exports to India will be tariff-free from day one under proposed trade pact
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says 57% of exports to India will be tariff-free from day one under the proposed trade pact, framing the deal as a trade win ahead of Narendra Modi’s visit. The broader agreement was signed in April but still needs domestic ratification and implementation steps.
India’s corporate affairs ministry extends key compliance scheme until August 31
India’s corporate affairs ministry has extended a one-time compliance scheme for late filings of financial statements and annual returns until August 31, giving defaulting companies more time to regularize statutory filings and cut penalty costs.
IMD issues red alert for Delhi-NCR as heavy rain triggers waterlogging and traffic snarls
Heavy rain on July 9 disrupted Delhi-NCR with widespread waterlogging and traffic delays. Reporting says the IMD issued a red alert for Delhi, while neighboring NCR areas also faced severe disruptions; some outlets described orange alerts for parts of the region and reported continued rainfall through the day. Coverage also reports route diversions, school disruptions, and advisories for commuters and employers to limit travel or work from home.
Harohalli emerges as a fourth Bengaluru airport site as Karnataka awaits feasibility report
Harohalli has emerged as a fourth possible site for Bengaluru’s proposed second airport, according to new reporting, while Karnataka awaits a feasibility report before making a final choice.
Mumbai-Pune ghat trains to keep running with two locomotives after landslide damage
Railways will keep Mumbai-Pune ghat trains running with two locomotives on the restored line while repair work continues after landslide damage. Officials say the slip line used for banker engines is still out of service, and some services are being cancelled in advance.
India-New Zealand FTA to make 57% of NZ exports tariff-free from day 1, Kiwi PM says
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says the India-New Zealand free trade agreement will make 57% of New Zealand exports tariff-free from day one. The pact, signed in April, still needs parliamentary ratification before it takes effect.
Delhi-NCR rain disrupts flights as airlines issue travel advisories
Heavy rain across Delhi-NCR on July 9 disrupted road and air travel, prompting Air India and IndiGo advisories and leading to waterlogging, traffic snarls and IMD alerts that escalated from orange to red in Delhi.
Australia agrees to sell uranium to India, ending a long stalemate
Australia and India have reached a long-delayed uranium export agreement during a summit in Melbourne, ending years of stalemate over nuclear trade and linking the move to broader defense and Indo-Pacific cooperation.
Schools closed in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Kerala and Karnataka amid monsoon rain alerts
Schools were closed on July 9 in parts of Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Kerala and Karnataka after heavy monsoon rain triggered waterlogging, landslide concerns and local safety alerts.
Delhi-NCR placed under orange alert as heavy rain intensifies
Heavy rain hit Delhi-NCR on July 9, prompting an IMD orange alert, localized red alerts in some areas, waterlogging, traffic disruption and flight advisories.
India Weather Today, July 9: Heavy rain continues across several states; IMD issues thunderstorm and strong wind alert
The IMD issued alerts for heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds across multiple states on July 9, with Delhi-NCR under an orange alert and waterlogging reported in parts of the region.
Pune restores daily water supply ahead of palkhi processions
The Pune Municipal Corporation has restored daily water supply across the city ahead of the palkhi processions and plans to review water cuts after July 12, according to local reporting.
Monsoon havoc across India: Wayanad landslide, Delhi building collapse, Delhi-Jaipur highway cave-in and Mumbai deluge leave trail of destruction
Heavy monsoon rain triggered multiple serious incidents across India on July 8, including a deadly landslide in Kerala’s Wayanad district, a building collapse in Delhi, a cave-in on the Delhi-Jaipur highway near Gurgaon and fresh transport disruption in Maharashtra and Mumbai.
Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train first section targeted for 2027
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the first operational stretch of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project is targeted to open in 2027, with the Surat-Bilimora section slated to lead the phased launch and about 80% of the corridor said to be complete.
India sets $1 trillion export goal for current fiscal year as merchandise, services trade rise
India has set a $1 trillion export target for the current fiscal year, with Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal citing stronger merchandise and services growth, new trade agreements and a seven-point export action plan after a Board of Trade meeting in New Delhi.
RBI backs crypto containment and keeps ban on table
Indian media reports say RBI officials told a parliamentary panel that banks and other regulated firms should remain insulated from crypto assets and privately issued stablecoins, while a ban on cryptocurrencies remains an option.
PMO to hold dedicated Japan Business Week for Japanese firms in India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the PMO will organise a dedicated Japan Business Week to make it easier for Japanese firms to operate in India, following the India-Japan summit in New Delhi.
Maruti Suzuki inaugurates Kharkhoda plant, expanding India auto capacity
Maruti Suzuki virtually inaugurated its Kharkhoda plant in Haryana, adding 500,000 units of annual capacity at launch and outlining a path to 1 million vehicles a year. The project is tied to a reported Rs 35,000 crore investment and more than 21,000 jobs.
India-UK trade pact sparks rush of export orders ahead of July 15 rollout
Indian exporters are reporting a surge in orders from UK buyers ahead of the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement taking effect on July 15, as companies try to lock in purchases before tariff reductions begin.
University of Delhi releases academic calendar for 2026-27
Delhi University has released its 2026-27 academic calendar, setting July 28, 2026 as the start date for UG and PG classes and outlining the exam schedule through December.
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi meets PM Modi in New Delhi
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi met Narendra Modi in New Delhi on July 2, 2026, as India and Japan used their annual summit to announce deeper cooperation on investment, AI, defence, energy and supply chains.
Monsoon reaches Delhi as heavy rain spreads across northwestern India
The southwest monsoon reached Delhi on July 2, bringing rain to the capital and spreading heavy weather across northwestern India. Reporting cited IMD warnings for thunderstorms, gusty winds and heavy downpours in Delhi-NCR and beyond.