Chewy offers various promo codes and deals for pet owners, including discounts on food, toys, medications, and free shipping. New customers can receive eGift cards and percentage-off discounts, while existing customers can benefit from rotating deals and autoship subscriptions.
The UAE has announced a sharp reduction in petrol and diesel prices for July 2026, effective July 1. This marks the end of a four-month price increase streak, offering relief to motorists and businesses.
India's Railway Act has been amended under the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026, significantly increasing penalties for offenses like ticketless travel, misusing facilities, and entering women's coaches. Effective July 2026, many offenses shift from criminal charges to civil penalties and recovery procedures.
India's Ministry of External Affairs will significantly increase passport application fees for normal and Tatkaal services, both domestically and abroad, starting July 1, 2026. Fees for new, reissue, and lost/damaged passports, including for minors and Police Clearance Certificates, will see hikes up to 139%.
July 2026 offers skywatchers a calendar packed with celestial events, including close pairings of the Moon with Saturn, Mars, and Venus. Highlights also include enhanced visibility of the Milky Way during the New Moon and the full Buck Moon, requiring clear skies and patience.
The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the Double Contribution Convention (DCC) will come into effect on July 15, 2026. Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal described CETA as India's most comprehensive trade pact, expected to provide significant economic benefits and boost bilateral trade.
India's Centre has significantly increased passport application fees, effective July 1, 2026. A standard 36-page passport reissue will cost Rs 2,500 (up from Rs 1,500), and Tatkal applications Rs 5,000 (from Rs 3,500).
The EU will ban Bisphenol A (BPA) and other bisphenols from food packaging starting July 2026. BPA, used in plastics and resins, poses health risks including hormone disruption and increased risk of certain diseases. While the US has partial bans, the EU's ban is the strictest globally, though exceptions and transition periods apply.
The July 2026 US Visa Bulletin shows EB-1 category retrogression for Indians to Oct 15, 2022. EB-2 and EB-5 are unavailable until Sept 30 due to per-country quotas being exhausted. Only EB-3 moves forward to Jan 1, 2014.
IGNOU's June-July term-end exams face allegations of question papers being sold on Telegram for Rs 199. The university has alerted regional centres and is investigating, though it claims no evidence of a leak and no papers have been cancelled. An unrelated incident also saw some centres receive the wrong question paper for a PG exam.
Hong Kong developer Lai Sun Development has launched an exchange offer for its US$493 million in notes due July 2026, seeking to swap them for new US dollar notes with an 8% coupon and a three-year tenor to ease liquidity pressures amid challenging commercial real estate markets.
Funeral ceremonies for the late leader of the Islamic Republic, Ali Khamenei, are scheduled from July 4-9, 2026. The long delay between his death on February 28, 2026, and the funeral announcement has sparked speculation, with security concerns and logistical preparations cited as potential reasons.
Torino Football Club has announced Ignazio Abate as the new head coach of the first team, starting July 1, 2026. Abate has signed a contract until June 30, 2028. Club president Urbano Cairo welcomed Abate back to Torino.
Russian authorities have given owners of property in occupied Ukrainian territories until July 1, 2026, to re-register under Russian law. This process requires a Russian passport, which is difficult for many Ukrainians to obtain, and risks arrest or conscription. Vacant properties can be declared 'ownerless' and transferred to Russian citizens.
Indian farmers anticipate the 23rd PM Kisan installment, expected around June-July 2026. Beneficiaries receive Rs 2,000 thrice annually. Completing e-KYC via OTP, biometric, or face authentication is mandatory for the payment.
CBSE will require students in Classes 9 and 10 to study three languages from July 1, 2026. At least two must be Indian languages. The third language will not have a Board exam, focusing on learning, as per NEP 2020.
Palladium, platinum, gold, and silver futures prices rose by 0.17% to 4.16% on NYMEX and Comex as of 6:12 p.m. Moscow time (3:12 p.m. GMT) on May 13.
Maria Fernanda Espinosa, former President of the UN General Assembly, nominated by Antigua and Barbuda for UN Secretary General, joining four other candidates ahead of July 2026 election.
Brent futures with delivery in July 2026 tumbled 10.99% to $97.79 a barrel
Farmers anticipate the 23rd installment of the PM Kisan Yojana around June-July 2026, with each receiving Rs 2,000. e-KYC and Aadhaar linkage are mandatory for eligible landholding farmers.
Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport will launch airside bus transfers between Terminal 1 and Terminals 2/3 starting July 2026. Passengers currently forced to exit security and travel through city traffic on DTC buses (taking 45+ minutes) will instead use dedicated airside buses traveling at 20 kmph, completing transfers in about 20 minutes. The initiative aims to transform Delhi into a full-fledged international hub comparable to Dubai, Singapore, or Doha, with BCAS, CISF, airlines and DIAL collaborating on secure operations.
The Madhubala biopic is finally moving forward with Sara Arjun set to portray the legendary actress. Sanjay Leela Bhansali is producing the film, slated for a July 2026 shoot. This project highlights Madhubala's enduring legacy, with actresses like Sridevi, Madhuri Dixit, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Kangana Ranaut having previously paid tribute to her iconic style and grace.
Russia's State Duma passed bill No. 1194918-8 'On Digital Currency and Digital Rights' in first reading on Tuesday, moving Moscow closer to a regulated crypto trading system. The legislation would allow Russians to buy and sell crypto through approved intermediaries starting July 2026, while banning unlicensed platforms in 2027. Retail investors would face limits including a 300,000 rubles annual cap and can only trade the most liquid digital currencies meeting strict capitalization and volume thresholds.
Apple TV has released the first teaser for Silo season 3, premiering July 3, 2026. The new season continues Juliette Nichols’ story after she survived the incinerator cliffhanger, while also exploring the silo’s origin story centuries earlier through journalist Helen Drew and Congressman Daniel Keene. The show has been renewed for a fourth and final season.
