From 'instant justice' in Bengal to retirement of star cricketers: Today's top 10 morning news headlines

1. TMC goon's violently whips woman in public; Horrific video surfaces

In a disturbing turn of events, a video has surfaced revealing the brutal reality of vigilante justice in Chopra, West Bengal. The footage shows a woman being mercilessly attacked by a man known locally as JCB, under the alleged supervision of local authorities.

2. Political turmoil in Delhi: Congress holds AAP responsible for Lok Sabha setback

In a significant development in Delhi's political landscape, the Congress party has attributed its recent Lok Sabha loss in the capital to the excise scam involving its ally, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). This controversy has created a rift within the India Bloc, raising questions about the future of their coalition.

3. Delhi govt to offer Rs 10 lakh compensation to families of heavy rain victims

In the aftermath of the record-breaking rainfall that hit the national capital, the Delhi government announced on Sunday a compensation of Rs 10 lakh for the families of those who drowned due to the heavy rain on Friday. Delhi Finance Minister Atishi stated in an official communication to the revenue department that several deaths were reported due to drowning on June 28, after the extreme rainfall.

4. World Cup heroes: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja announce retirement from T20I after historic win

India's captain Rohit Sharma has announced his retirement from T20 international cricket following India's victory in the World Cup final against South Africa on Saturday. Rohit confirmed that he will continue to play for India in Test and ODI formats but will step back from T20Is. This decision comes shortly after his teammate Virat Kohli also announced his retirement from T20 cricket for India. Allrounder Ravindra Jadeja also announced his retirement. 

5. Family of seven swept away in Lonavala waterfall; Horrific video surfaces

In a tragic incident near Mumbai's Lonavala, a family of seven faced a horrifying ordeal when they were swept away by a swollen waterfall. The group, comprising a man, a woman, and children, had ventured out for a picnic near the Bhusi Dam backwaters amid heavy monsoon rains. 

6. Hindu Rashtra ke sthapna ke lie... BJP MLA Raja Singh urges to elect 50 staunch hindu MPs

In a recent statement, BJP MLA Raja Singh sparked controversy by urging the electorate to vote for 50 staunch Hindu MPs who would advocate for establishing a Hindu Rashtra in the Indian Parliament. This call has generated significant debate and raised concerns about its implications for India's secular fabric.

7. NEET examination likely to go online from next year: Report

The Centre is considering moving the NEET-UG exam online from next year, amid controversies over the integrity of the current pen-and-paper format. Reports of suspected exam leaks, nationwide protests, numerous arrests, a CBI probe, and court hearings have led to a high-level expert committee seeking input on exam reforms and the restructuring of the National Testing Agency (NTA).

8. Mamata Banerjee proposes Ayodhya MP Awadhesh Prasad for Deputy Speaker

In a significant political development, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has proposed Awadhesh Prasad, the newly elected MP from Ayodhya, for the post of Deputy Speaker of Parliament. This proposal was discussed over a phone call with Defense Minister Rajnath Singh as confirmed by top sources within the Trinamool Congress (TMC).

9. Israeli bombardment displace over 80,000 Palestinians in Gaza

Early in the conflict with Hamas, Israeli forces moved from the north to the south of the Gaza Strip, encountering fierce resistance in the Gaza City neighborhood of Shajaiye. The U N Office of Humanitarian Affairs reported that 60,000 to 80,000 people were displaced from the east and northeast areas of Gaza City overnight.

10. Jay Shah announces Rs 125 crore prize money for Team India after winning T20WC

Jay Shah, the secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), announced on Monday that curators and groundskeepers who served at six IPL 2022 venues would receive prize money totaling Rs 125 crore. They are the IPL 2022 "unsung heroes," according to him.