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Young woman part of bikers’ group dead in Chhattisgarh hit-and-run

Retail Inflation Rises to 4.45% in July, Stays Above RBI Target Second Month

India's retail inflation climbed to 4.45% in July 2026, exceeding the Reserve Bank of India's target for the second consecutive month. Consumer food price inflation stood at 5.52% year-on-year, according to the All India Consumer Food Price Index. Rural food inflation was higher at 5.79%, while urban food inflation was comparatively lower at 5.05%. The data highlights a persistent divergence between rural and urban food price pressures across the country.

Government suspends Table Tennis federation recognition over governance failures

The Indian government has suspended the recognition of the Table Tennis Federation of India due to governance-related concerns. The Ministry directed the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to intervene in the matter. The IOA has been asked to form an ad-hoc committee to manage the administration of table tennis in India. This temporary oversight body will remain in place until a proper governance structure is re-established within the federation.