These news reports from July 2026 cover a broad range of domestic Indian issues and international geopolitical developments. Key stories include a corruption investigation into the Ram Temple donations, a multinational crackdown on organized crime linked to the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, and legal challenges regarding India’s E20 fuel rollout. The collection also details escalating tensions between the United States and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz and a historic defeat for India's national T20 cricket team. Furthermore, the reports address volatile technology markets following advancements in Chinese AI chips and the rehearsal of a digital census that includes caste enumeration. Social unrest in West Bengal and the restoration of a satirical social media account by the Delhi High Court are also highlighted. Together, these summaries provide a comprehensive look at the security, economic, and social landscape of the period.

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