Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1754, Thomas Bowdler, English physician and philanthropist (died 1825) was born. In 1833, Noongar Australian aboriginal warrior Yagan, wanted for the murder of white colonists in Western Australia, is killed. In 1950, Pakistan joins the International Monetary Fund and the International Bank. In 1953, Suresh Prabhu, Indian accountant and politician, Indian Minister of Railways was born. In 1960, Congo Crisis: The State of Katanga breaks away from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In 1960, France legislates for the independence of Dahomey (later Benin), Upper Volta (later Burkina Faso) and Niger. In 1967, Jhumpa Lahiri, Indian American novelist and short story writer was born. In 1990, Oka Crisis: First Nations land dispute in Quebec begins. In 2006, Mumbai train bombings: 209 people are killed in a series of bomb attacks in Mumbai, India. In 2010, The Islamist militia group Al-Shabaab carries out multiple suicide bombings in Kampala, Uganda, killing 74 people and injuring 85 others. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Washington Wants to Fine India 12.5% Over Forced Labor. Goyal’s Answer: Let Them.
The USTR wants to add a 12.5 tariff on Indian goods over unproven forced-labor allegations, with public comments closing July 6. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal isn't fighting it — he's calling it a gift.
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Nepal News
· Jun 29, 2026
लुम्बिनीमा २० प्रतिशतभन्दा बढी रोपाइँ
लुम्बिनी । आज धान दिवस, असार १५ आज मुरी फलाउन मानो रोप्ने दिन । यस अवसरमा आज किसानहरू धान रोपाइँको चटारोमा खेत खेतमा व्यस्त देखिन्छन्। धान रोपाइँका लागि समयमा वर्षा नहुँदा रोपाइँ ढिलो हुने चिन्तामा रहेका किसानलाई आज बिहानैदेखि परेको वर्षाले खुसी तुल्याएको छ । लुम्बिनी प्रदेश, कृषि विकास निर्देशनालयको लुम्बिनी प्रदेशका १२ जिल्लाको तथ्यांकअनुसार धान []
The Economic Times
· Jul 7, 2026
US tariffs? India's auto parts drive on exports
US tariffs? India's auto parts drive on exports
Business Today
· Jul 8, 2026
West Bengal government set to implement Labour Codes
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The Tribune
· Jun 25, 2026
‘No political leader in India will accept that’: USISPF chief Mukesh Aghi on US tariff gap with Pakistan
The neighbour in question is Pakistan. The tariff on India at the moment is 12.5, while Pakistan's is 10, Aghi told ANI. No political leader in India will accept that because it would essentially cost them elections.
NDTV
· Jun 22, 2026
Western Ghats In Three States To Be Declared Eco-Sensitive Areas: Sources
The initial proposal was to bring six states under its ambit -- Gujarat, Goa, Maharashtra, Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu. But Kerala and Karnataka are not on board with the plan.
The Rising Nepal
· Jul 10, 2026
NA Members call to probe demise of Ganesh Nepali
Kathmandu, July 10: The National Assembly (NA) members have demanded that rightful compensation be provided and a fair p...
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