A grand Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath will be organized in Padra town of Vadodara on the occasion of Ashadhi Bij. The procession will start from Shri Ramtekri Ramji Temple on July 16 at 2 PM. Featuring bands, bhajan mandalis, and floral tributes, the event is organized by the Hindu community under Mahant Dashrathdas Maharaj. Local leaders, including MLA Chaitanyasinh Zala, will participate in the Pahind ritual, followed by a grand evening Aarti and prasad distribution. https://sandesh.com/gujarat/news/maru-saher-maru-gaam/vadodara/vadodara--1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1

On the occasion of Jagannath Rath Yatra on July 16, 2026, a significant astrological event will occur as Venus enters the Purva Phalguni Nakshatra at 7:11 PM. This transition, lasting until July 29, is predicted to bring immense wealth and prosperity to four zodiac signs: Aries, Gemini, Libra, and Capricorn. Aries will resolve long-standing issues, Gemini will see business growth, Libra will experience financial gains, and Capricorn will gain social prestige and recovered funds. The alignment of Venus and the Sun's constellation is expected to bring positive life changes for these individuals. https://tv9bangla.com/spiritual/rath-yatra-2026-lucky-zodiac-signs-venus-transit-in-purva-phalguni-nakshatra-brings-fortune-for-4-zodiacs-1331400.html

The article reports on various recent events in Kerala, highlighting the rise in school ragging cases causing concern for parents. It also covers a wedding dispute over ice cream that led to the bride fainting, a 70% growth in Mini car sales, Argentina's recent performance in sports, and home maintenance tips for the rainy season. https://keralakaumudi.com/news/cinema/news/cienma-1778180

Actor R. Madhavan is set to portray the legendary Indian inventor and industrialist G.D. Naidu in the upcoming biopic titled 'G.D.N.' Directed by Krishnakumar Ramakumar, the film explores the life of the man often called the 'Edison of India.' The cast includes Sathyaraj, Jayaram, and Priyamani, with music by Govind Vasantha. Produced by Tricolour Films and Varghese Moolan Pictures, the movie highlights G.D. Naidu's contributions to engineering and his resilience in the face of challenges. https://tamil.oneindia.com/news/coimbatore/why-g-d-n-could-be-one-of-the-most-significant-biopics-in-indian-cinema-this-year-816499.html

Gold prices in Kerala have seen a decline following international market trends. Currently, one sovereign of gold is priced at ₹1,04,720, and one gram costs ₹13,090. Silver prices stand at ₹234.90 per gram. Factors such as the Middle East conflict, rising crude oil prices, strengthening US Dollar, and potential Fed rate hikes have influenced this volatility. While international prices saw a significant dip, a subsequent recovery limited the extent of price reduction in the local market. https://www.malayalamtv9.com/business/kerala-gold-rate-today-july-15-check-one-pavan-gram-and-silver-prices-on-wednesday-2216185.html

The second phase of counting donations at the Sanwaliya Seth temple in Rajasthan concluded on Wednesday. So far, a total of ₹16,60,83,000 has been collected in two rounds. The first phase yielded ₹10.11 crore, while the second phase added ₹6.49 crore. Temple authorities stated that the final amount is expected to rise as the counting of gold and silver jewelry, along with remaining coins and notes, is still underway. The process is being conducted transparently under the supervision of temple board members and bank officials. https://hindi.news18.com/news/rajasthan/udaipur-sanwaliyaji-temple-donation-count-16-crore-60-lakh-83-thousand-mewar-chittorgarh-news-local18-10661163.html

SpaceX shares fell below their $135 IPO issue price for the first time on Wednesday, dropping to $134. This 1.7% decline comes just a month after the record IPO. The stock had previously reached a record high of $225.64, briefly pushing the company's market value above giants like Microsoft and Amazon. Investors who bought at the IPO price are now facing paper losses. Market experts attribute this to uncertainty over US Fed interest rates and concerns about the sustainability of the AI-driven market rally. Investors are now awaiting the company's first financial results post-listing. https://hindi.business-standard.com/markets/spacex-shares-slip-below-ipo-price-raising-investor-concerns-id-537258/

For Ashadhi Wari 2026, Pandharpur temple administration has announced 24-hour darshan for devotees from July 16 to August 3. Mukhdarshan will be available for 24 hours, while Padsparsh darshan will continue for over 22 hours daily. Notably, all VIP passes and special recommendations have been completely banned starting July 15 by district collector's order to prioritize common devotees. Legal action will be taken against those attempting unauthorized VIP entries. https://news18marathi.com/maharashtra/solapur/ashadhi-wari-24-hour-darshan-of-lord-vitthal-begins-vip-passes-to-be-completely-discontinued-from-july-15-local18-ws-b-1733225.html

The article explores some of the strangest traffic rules around the world. It highlights unique laws such as fines for dirty cars in Russia, a ban on driving shirtless in Thailand, and the prohibition of eating or drinking while driving in Cyprus. Additionally, it mentions that running out of fuel on German highways is illegal. These rules showcase the diverse and often surprising legal frameworks governing road safety across different nations. https://telugu.asianetnews.com/videos/lifestyle/uncovering-the-world-s-strangest-traffic-laws-videoshow-006zzgh