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- Daily Wrap | Bilkul Online | 03 July 2026
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Top National News Updates
- PM Modi to Embark on Three-Nation Asia-Pacific Tour
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will begin an official visit to Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand next week to strengthen strategic, diplomatic and regional cooperation under India’s Act East policy.
- Heavy Monsoon Alert Across Several States
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in Gujarat, Odisha and several other states, warning of possible flooding, waterlogging and travel disruptions.
- Monsoon Reaches Delhi After Delay
Delhi received its first widespread monsoon showers after a five-day delay, marking the city’s first July monsoon onset in four years and bringing relief from prolonged heat and humidity.
- IMD Predicts Weaker Monsoon in Second Half of July
While rainfall is expected to remain active in early July, IMD’s extended forecast indicates that monsoon activity may weaken during the second half of the month across most parts of India.
- Vikram-1 Private Rocket Set for August Launch
India’s first privately developed orbital launch vehicle, Vikram-1, is on track for an August launch, marking a significant milestone for the country’s private space sector.
- National Film Awards Winners to Be Announced
The 72nd National Film Awards are being announced today, celebrating excellence in Indian cinema across feature films, performances and technical categories.
- Landslides Disrupt Life in Northeast
Persistent heavy rainfall has triggered landslides and blocked key highways in Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, affecting transport and prompting emergency response efforts.
- Air India Express Restores Middle East Operations
Air India Express has resumed flights to all its Middle East destinations after recent regional disruptions, restoring normal international connectivity for passengers.
- Supreme Court Raises Concern Over AI Misuse
The Supreme Court cautioned against the indiscriminate use of artificial intelligence in legal proceedings, stressing the importance of human oversight and judicial responsibility.
- India to Send Delegation to Iran
India will send an official delegation to attend the funeral ceremonies of Iran’s former Supreme Leader, reflecting long-standing diplomatic and cultural ties between the two countries.
Top International News Updates
- Gaza War Marks 1,000 Days
Israel marked 1,000 days since the beginning of the Gaza conflict with memorial events, while protests continued over the humanitarian situation.
- Heatwave Grips the United States
A severe heat dome continues to affect large parts of the United States ahead of Independence Day celebrations, prompting weather alerts across multiple states.
- China Implements New Ethnic Unity Law
China’s new Ethnic Unity Law has come into force, drawing international attention and criticism from human rights organizations.
- India-Bound Oil Tanker Reaches Odisha Safely
An India-bound oil tanker reached Odisha after reportedly surviving gunfire near the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting continued security concerns in the region.
- UN Warns About Risks of Unregulated AI
A United Nations panel has cautioned that unchecked advances in artificial intelligence could pose major global risks unless supported by effective governance and regulation.
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