The Economic Times

Karnatakas long-delayed Cabinet expansion is likely to be finalised this week, with top Congress leaders set to meet in New Delhi to approve the list of new ministers. CM DK Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah have submitted separate recommendations, while Rahul Gandhi is pushing for greater inclusion of youth and women, raising chances of surprise picks.

Lucknow and Uttar Pradesh will experience intensified monsoon activity over the coming days. Widespread rainfall and thunderstorms are forecast across several districts of the state. Maximum temperatures are expected to fall by four to six degrees Celsius. This increased monsoon activity will bring relief from the prevailing humid weather conditions. People in vulnerable areas are advised to remain alert for potential hazards.

Meteor showers: Skywatchers are in for a spectacular week as two major celestial events light up the night sky. The Buck Moon, July's full moon, will appear alongside the peak of the Delta Aquariid meteor shower. In this article, we explore when to watch, why the meteor showers are special, and the best tips to maximize your chances of seeing shooting stars despite the bright moonlight.

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar will finalize cabinet expansion this week. He is meeting with MPs in Delhi to discuss drought and river issues. Senior advocates and Union Ministers are also on his Delhi agenda. The Congress high command will discuss cabinet expansion details on Tuesday. Shivakumar will also convene an all-party meeting upon his return.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle I arrives on Crunchyroll globally July 28, 2026. The highly anticipated anime movie will be available with multiple dubbed and subtitled language options. Fans in India can stream the film starting at 8:30 PM IST on the same date. This installment begins the anime's final story arc, featuring Tanjiro's decisive confrontation.

From Hindi dramas and romantic films to Hollywood comedies, zombie thrillers and sci-fi adventures, this week's OTT releases bring an exciting mix of movies and web series across Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar and Apple TV+.

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal begins a five-day European tour to Spain, Belgium, and Finland. He will discuss boosting trade and investment opportunities with these nations. The minister's delegation includes leading Indian companies from various key sectors. Discussions will focus on foreign direct investment and resilient supply chains. This visit follows the conclusion of a free trade agreement with the EU.