The construction of the National Highway-139 (NH-139) four-lane project connecting Aurangabad to Patna (Naubatpur) has gained momentum. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari is personally monitoring the project and has directed officials to approve the DPR immediately. This road will significantly benefit Aurangabad, Arwal, and Patna districts. Preparations such as tree counting, shifting electricity poles, and land acquisition for bypasses in Daudnagar and Arwal are underway. Additionally, surveys for flyovers and underpasses are being conducted to ensure a safer and faster commute, which is expected to boost local trade and employment. https://www.prabhatkhabar.com/state/bihar/patna-aurangabad-naubatpur-nh139-four-lane-project-work-fast-land-acquisition-bypass-update-bihar

SDPI State General Secretary K.K. Abdul Jabbar announced a month-long statewide campaign starting July 15 against the UDF government's decision to implement the PM SHRI school scheme. The party alleges that the government is succumbing to RSS agendas and compromising secularism by adopting the National Education Policy. The campaign will include vehicle rallies, 1,000 corner meetings, and social media outreach to protest against various government decisions and appointments. https://www.thejasnews.com/latestnews/pm-shri-udf-government-must-withdraw-sdpi-campaign-to-begin-on-july-15-kk-abdul-jabbar-268274

The central government is preparing for a cabinet reshuffle scheduled for the 15th of this month. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah have finalized the list, considering factors like age and upcoming state elections. Some current ministers might be moved to governor roles or party responsibilities. The expansion is expected to include allies like Nitish Kumar and female leaders like D.K. Aruna and Purandeswari. The reshuffle precedes the Parliament's monsoon session starting July 20, where a key constitutional amendment bill (130th) regarding the disqualification of arrested lawmakers will be introduced. http://zeenews.india.com/telugu/india/central-cabinet-re-shuffle-and-expansion-on-july-15th-what-is-the-narendra-modi-amit-shah-plan-ta-321237

The world-famous Jagannath Rath Yatra has commenced in Puri, Odisha. Lord Jagannath, along with siblings Balabhadra and Subhadra, are traveling in grand chariots towards the Gundicha Temple. Millions of devotees have gathered for the festival, which features Odissi dancers performing before the chariots. The festivities will conclude on July 27 with the Niladri Bije ritual. https://jagatvision.co.in/news.php?id=rath-yatra-fervor-grips-the-nation-the-lord-ascends-the-chariots-alongside-brother-balabhadra-and-sister-subhadra-635358

Great White Sharks, measuring 10-12 feet, are being spotted close to humans off the California coast. Scientists attribute this rise to El Niño and warming sea temperatures, causing sharks to migrate north from Mexico. Despite their presence, the risk of attacks remains low as humans are not their natural prey. Data shows less than 250 attacks and 17 deaths since 1950. While the sharks are now appearing earlier in the season due to climate change, authorities have implemented fishing restrictions to protect this species and ensure public safety. Experts emphasize coexistence over fear. https://samachareisamay.com/international/california-coast-great-white-shark

The IMD has issued a high alert for heavy rainfall in 15 Indian states, including Delhi and UP, over the next 10 hours with wind speeds up to 60 kmph. While Maharashtra is currently facing a dry spell causing crop distress, a significant rainfall recovery is predicted starting July 20 across Konkan, Marathwada, and Central Maharashtra, bringing much-needed relief to farmers. https://prahaar.in/2026/07/15/maharashtra-weather-update-imd-issues-rainfall-warning-for-the-state-rainfall-intensity-to-increase-over-the-next-ten-hours/

MMRDA is accelerating the construction of the Kasheli Metro Depot for the Thane-Bhiwandi-Kalyan Metro Line 5. Spread over 27 hectares, the depot will serve as a maintenance hub with a capacity for 30 trainsets. The project utilizes advanced soil-improvement techniques suggested by IIT Bombay. The route features 15 stations, connecting key areas from Balkum Naka to Kalyan APMC, with 23% of the work completed as of June 2026. https://zeenews.india.com/marathi/maharashtra/metro-5-update-34-km-elevated-corridor-connecting-thane-bhiwandi-kalyan-and-ulhasnagar/1020183

India faces England in the second ODI at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff today. Leading 1-0 in the series, Shubman Gill's young squad aims to clinch the trophy. This marks India's return to the venue after 4341 days (approx. 12 years), having last played here in 2014 under MS Dhoni. Most players in the current squad will be playing on this ground for the first time. While the pitch favors both pacers and batters, England faces a must-win situation to stay alive in the series. https://samacharpradesh.com/news.php?id=a-match-in-cardiff-after-4341-days-most-team-india-players-will-step-onto-the-new-ground-for-the-first-time-635496

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/