In a dramatic turn of events, Indore police arrested a man named Ravi Vishwakarma from his own wedding mandap in Sehore district. The arrest followed a rape complaint filed by a woman in Indore's Chandan Nagar, alleging that the accused had established physical relations with her under the false pretext of marriage. When the woman learned about his wedding elsewhere, she approached the police. Despite attempts at a settlement, the accused refused to marry the victim, leading to his arrest right before completing his wedding rituals. https://royalbulletin.in/desh-pradesh/madhya-pradesh/rape-accused-arrested-from-wedding-hall-in-indore-after-mehendi/article-200828

World Snake Day is observed on July 16 to raise awareness about snakes and their role in the ecosystem. There are over 4,000 species globally, with India hosting around 300. Snakes act as natural pest controllers by hunting rodents. The article highlights their unique anatomy, survival mechanisms, and emphasizes the importance of conservation while dispelling myths and fears associated with them. https://www.madhyamam.com/environment/know-the-wonder-world-of-snakes-on-world-snake-day-1537781

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

Despite being historic rivals, Germany is now supporting England to win in the semi-finals. The popularity of Harry Kane at Bayern Munich and the presence of a German coach in the English dugout are key reasons for this shift. German commentators and personalities believe England deserves to end their 60-year trophy drought, while former players point out that fatigue from the English Premier League often hinders their international success. https://uttarbangasambad.com/german-support-for-england-football/

India and the United Kingdom have officially implemented a comprehensive trade agreement and a social security agreement. Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed this historic milestone, stating it would boost bilateral economic cooperation. The social security pact specifically benefits Indian professionals in the UK by providing financial protection regarding pension benefits and social security funds. The agreements aim to strengthen ties in education, technology, and employment while ensuring a transparent environment for businesses and investors. https://braveindianews.com/bi607370

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

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 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

Following the controversy surrounding Diljit Dosanjh's film 'Sutlej', the Indian government is considering mandatory censorship for OTT platforms. The film was recently removed from ZEE5 due to allegations of causing communal division. Currently, under IT Rules 2021, OTT content does not require a censor board certificate, but the government may invoke Section 69A of the IT Act to ensure national sovereignty and integrity by monitoring digital content. https://www.sangbadpratidin.in/india/centre-might-change-censorship-amidst-diljit-dosanjh-satluj-row/pid/1246953/

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/