State Highlights

Maharashtra

• Raj Thackeray sparks Marathi–Hindi language debate
  At a joint rally in Mumbai’s Worli, Raj Thackeray questioned why Hindi-speaking states should be prioritised over Maharashtra, reigniting the ongoing language controversy.
• Heavy monsoon rains disrupt Mumbai traffic
  Mumbai is facing waterlogged roads and train delays as monsoon rain intensifies, causing widespread commuter disruptions.

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Karnataka

• Karnataka HC halts ISRO land acquisition
  The Karnataka High Court has suspended land acquisition proceedings meant for an expansion project by ISRO, following petitions from affected locals.
• Elephant conflict intensifies in rural districts
  Farmers report increasing crop damage due to wild elephant migration, prompting calls for better human–wildlife conflict measures.

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Telangana

• Deadly pharma plant explosion kills 40+ workers
  An explosion at a Sigachi Industries pharmaceutical plant near Hyderabad has killed over 40 employees. Families are set to receive ₹10 million in compensation; investigations are underway.
• Karimnagar house blast injures residents
  A cylinder blast in Karimnagar sparked a house fire, though fortunately, the occupants escaped unharmed.

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Rajasthan

• New regulations proposed after student suicides in Kota
  In response to rising student suicides in Kota, the state government has introduced the “Rajasthan Coaching Centre (Control and Regulation) Bill, 2024”.
• Goa schools shut amid monsoon alert
  Heavy rainfall warnings prompted the closure of schools across Goa for student safety.

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Kerala

• Infant hospitalised after vaccine administration error
  A five-day-old baby in Palakkad was wrongly administered five vaccines at once and has been admitted to ICU; the nurse involved has been suspended.

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Uttar Pradesh

• Couple arrested over romantic video on speeding bike
  Uttar Pradesh police apprehended a couple in Kota (UP) who were filmed embracing on a speeding motorcycle. They were made to publicly apologise.

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Assam

• Landslides kill 5 in Guwahati amid heavy rainfall
  A red alert in Assam has led to multiple landslides and flash floods in Guwahati, resulting in at least 5 fatalities.