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• newAshes 2027 schedule out: England to begin Australia showdown on June 18
  England's cricket board has revealed a busy 2027 home schedule. The men's and women's Ashes series against Australia will run concurrently. England will also host Pakistan and New Zealand for white-ball matches. The Rose Bowl in Southampton will stage a men's Ashes Test for the first time. The Oval will host the 2027 World Test Championship final.
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• newMiddle East crisis: Jaishankar says attacks on civilian shipping can't be tolerated
  External affairs minister S Jaishankar stressed maritime law adherence and regional cooperation at the East Asia Summit. He called for diplomatic engagement to resolve West Asia crises and ensure safe sea lane navigation. Global conflicts impact the world economy, especially affecting the Global South. India supports a substantive Code of Conduct for the South China Sea. Jaishankar also met with leaders from Oman, the UK, and the Netherlands.
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• newUPS labels allegedly used to divert $2M in Nike shoes from Memphis warehouse
  Federal prosecutors in the US have charged 12 people in an alleged scheme that diverted at least $2 million worth of Nike shoes from the company's Memphis logistics centre. According to the indictment, unauthorised UPS shipping labels were used to redirect thousands of cartons to resellers across the country. The defendants deny no charges yet, and the allegations will be tested in court.
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• newCJP protest: Passports of people involved in violence may be cancelled
  
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• newGurugram's office boom hits a new high with 100 million sq ft of workspace
  Gurugram's office stock surpassed one hundred million square feet in 2026. This milestone follows five years of strong leasing and new supply. Investment inflows reached nearly six billion dollars since 2018. Half of the city's office stock is now green-certified and institutionally owned. The market is expected to reach one hundred twenty to one hundred twenty-five million square feet by 2030.
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• new'Students are not alone': INDIA bloc MPs march to Gandhi Smriti after meet at Rahul's house
  
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• newCalifornia to spend $36.4M repairing wild Sierra highway above 8,000 feet
  Caltrans will begin a $36.4 million project on August 3 to repair 31.7 miles of California's Highway 4, including the historic Ebbetts Pass in the Sierra Nevada. The four-year project will improve road surfaces, drainage and safety features while causing temporary lane closures and occasional full highway closures until 2030.
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• newMayank Yadav scripts a rare record with first-ball wicket in IND vs ZIM T20I
  Mayank Yadav took a wicket with the first ball of the T20I match. He joined Arshdeep Singh and Hardik Pandya in this elite Indian bowling group. This was Yadav's second time achieving this specific T20I opening delivery dismissal. The review confirmed the wicket after an initial appeal was turned down. This gave India a perfect start to their bowling innings.
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• newResigned? Here's what labour laws say about final settlement
  For an employee, the last salary from the previous organisation is not just a payroll entry. It may be needed for rent, relocation expenses, family commitments, education fees, loan repayments or simply to manage the gap before the first salary from the new employer
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• new'I hope we can all unite': Bindra urges to 'strengthen education system' amid protests
  Without directly commenting on the ongoing protests or demands for the removal of Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Bindra said the focus should remain on building a transparent and merit-based education system.
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• newRussia revives 28,000-tonne Cold War nuclear giant with hypersonic missiles
  After completing rigorous sea trials, Russia's Admiral Nakhimov battlecruiser has successfully returned to port. This impressive warship has undergone substantial upgrades, replacing outdated Soviet-era equipment with cutting-edge technologies. Equipped with state-of-the-art precision-guided munitions and enhanced defense capabilities, it stands as the largest surface combatant globally, significantly strengthening Russia's naval influence in far-off waters.
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• new30k-ft health scare: British Airways launches probe after 3 pilots suffer food poisoning
  
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• newIndia's first hydrogen-powered train clocks around 900 km in five days
  India's first hydrogen fuel cell train has covered 900 kilometers on its initial operational route. This new train runs on hydrogen fuel cells, producing only water vapor and heat. Passenger fares remain consistent with ordinary diesel services on this pilot project. The train operates on the Jind-Sonipat corridor in Haryana, carrying many passengers. India joins a select group of nations testing this advanced rail technology.
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• newAAI recruitment 2026: Notification released for 389 Manager, Junior Executive posts
  The Airports Authority of India announced 389 Manager and Junior Executive vacancies. Online applications open August 8 and close September 7, 2026. Candidates will face a computer-based test with no negative marking. Manager roles require three years of experience, while junior roles do not. Selected individuals will receive substantial salaries and benefits.
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• newWho is Ashok Sharma? Farmer's son makes India debut after 154.2 kmph IPL breakthrough
  Ashok Sharma debuted for India in the T20I against Zimbabwe in Harare. He earned his cap after a strong domestic and IPL performance. His journey began in a small village, supported by family sacrifice. Sharma impressed in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and IPL 2026. He is now part of India's balanced bowling attack.
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• newShreyas Iyer surpasses MS Dhoni with unique India T20I captaincy record
  Shreyas Iyer set a new Indian T20I captaincy record by winning his eighth consecutive toss during the first T20I against Zimbabwe in Harare, surpassing MS Dhoni's previous mark of seven. Iyer chose to bowl first, citing expected bounce on the pitch. Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza anticipated a high-scoring contest despite some early assistance for bowlers.
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• newConsumer watchdog fines Chaayos Rs 50k for auto-adding service charge in bills
  The Central Consumer Protection Authority fined Chaayos fifty thousand rupees for automatically adding service charges. This consumer watchdog ruled that restaurants cannot force customers to pay voluntary tips. Chaayos must refund the collected service charge to the complainant. The company also needs to remove default service charges from all its billing systems. This order reinforces that service charges are optional and not mandatory.
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• newInside Arshad Warsi and Maria Goretti’s restored Goa villa
  Actor Arshad Warsi and wife Maria Goretti have restored a 150-year-old Portuguese-style bungalow in Saligao, North Goa, transforming it into Casa Zen which is a five-bedroom heritage property with vibrant interiors, a swimming pool, solar panels and lush gardens. The home is now available for tourists to rent at Rs 75,000 per night, plus taxes.
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• newChina is building a 'Mach 26 asteroid hammer' to strike asteroids
  China is developing an ambitious planetary defense strategy to protect Earth. The mission utilises a powerful Long March 5 rocket for significant impact velocity. This high-speed approach aims to reduce the time needed for asteroid threats. China's strategy contributes to a global safety net against cosmic dangers.
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• new'Talk without condition such as resignation': Govt to oppn leaders over NEET debate
  The government is engaging opposition leaders to resolve the Parliament deadlock over the NEET paper leak. Discussions aim to end disruptions which have stalled proceedings since the Monsoon session began. The Centre is ready for debate without preconditions, including minister's resignation. A meeting of floor leaders is likely soon to build consensus for the discussion. This outreach follows repeated adjournments due to protests on examination irregularities.
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• newWater cannon, tug of war and a stolen gate: Patna NEET protest goes viral
  
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• newBeyond Hormuz: Gulf is spending billions to find new routes to global markets
  Gulf nations are accelerating pipeline projects to bypass the Strait of Hormuz. These new routes aim to move oil without relying on the narrow waterway. Several major pipeline projects are under construction or being planned. Diversification efforts aim to protect regional oil exports from disruptions. These alternative routes face their own risks and increased costs.
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• newMeet Evan Budz: Canadian teen builds AI turtle to detect microplastics
  
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• newIran claims strikes destroyed Patriot systems, THAAD radar at US bases in Jordan, Kuwait
  In a bold assertion, Iran's IRGC declared the destruction of Patriot systems and THAAD radar deployed in Jordan. Following recent tragic losses of US service members in the region, drone strikes launched at US bases in Kuwait inflicted damage on crucial depots and fuel tanks. The Iranian Army further revealed conducting drone strikes on three Kuwaiti military installations, though these claims from the US military remain unverified.
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• newFrance's deadly June heatwave caused nearly 5,800 excess deaths, highest toll since 2003
  France recorded over five thousand excess deaths during a recent heatwave. This extreme weather event caused the highest death toll since two thousand three. Elderly individuals accounted for two-thirds of the total fatalities recorded. Hospitals faced significant pressure from a surge in heat-related illnesses. Scientists link these intense heatwaves to human-induced climate change.
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• newIndian judoka Arun Kumar withdrawn from 2026 CWG after failing dope test
  India's Commonwealth Games campaign suffered a blow as judoka Arun Kumar was ruled ineligible after an adverse finding in an out-of-competition NADA dope test. The promising 73kg judoka, a gold medallist at the 2025 Taipei Asian Open, was set for his CWG debut. His withdrawal reduces India's Glasgow 2026 contingent from 125 to 124 athletes.
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• newOne monsoon, many fault lines: How heavy rains exposed Pune’s infrastructure gaps
  Pune experienced record monsoon rainfall, overwhelming its infrastructure and preparedness. Heavy rains caused widespread waterlogging and transport disruptions across the city. Newly built infrastructure faced scrutiny after facing its first monsoon test. A garbage mound collapse tragically claimed lives, highlighting planning failures. The events revealed systemic weaknesses in urban planning and disaster management.
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• new'Sent 4 offers in last 24 hours': Govt invites protesters for talks at JP Nadda's place
  
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• newUber lays off 10% of support staff, ends remote work, and blames AI for the first time
  Uber has laid off 10% of its customer support staff and told remote workers on the team to relocate to hub offices. It's the company's second round of job cuts in eight weeks, following a 23% reduction in its people division in June. For the first time, Uber has named AI as a reason—after burning its entire 2026 Claude Code budget in four months.
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• new‘You take credit for Mars, now take responsibility': Priyanka targets PM Modi over protests
  Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding student protests and police actions. She questioned the government's handling of demonstrations and alleged police brutality against students. The Prime Minister announced fast-track courts for paper leak cases amid ongoing parliamentary protests. Opposition MPs demanded the Education Minister's resignation while BJP leaders called for debate. Tensions briefly escalated between rival party members outside Parliament.
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• newQuote of the day by Chadwick Boseman
  In his poignant reflections, Chadwick Boseman illustrates the transformational power of confronting adversity. He recalls a significant setback: being dismissed for advocating genuine depictions in acting, which imparted critical lessons on his internal struggle and artistic perspective. Originally from South Carolina and a Howard University graduate, Boseman rose to fame, bravely battling cancer until his untimely passing.
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• newIndia's dying rivers: How our cities are choking their lifelines
  India's expanding cities are encroaching upon rivers, reducing their width and flow. Many rivers now carry more sewage than freshwater, impacting ecosystems and communities. Efforts to clean these waterways face challenges from ongoing pollution and development pressures. The Brahmaputra river faces erosion, while the Ganga struggles with industrial and ritual waste. Protecting river floodplains and managing sewage are crucial for their survival.
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• newBangladesh President likely to resign soon: Reports
  Bangladesh President Mohammad Shahabuddin is expected to resign soon, according to political sources. This comes amid government discomfort and speculation about his continuation in office. Reports suggest the government is unhappy over alleged attempts to contact ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Hasina, sentenced to death in absentia, plans to return to Bangladesh in December. Parliamentary Speaker Hafizuddin Ahmed will serve as interim president if Shahabuddin resigns.
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• new‘Targeted shadow fleet for first time’: EU unveils fresh sanctions package against Russia
  
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• newAmazon cuts jobs in team focused on tech that Google, Microsoft says is their ‘biggest’ goals
  Amazon has reduced roles within its Artificial General Intelligence unit. This restructuring impacts teams focused on model customization and data services. The company continues significant investment in artificial intelligence development and infrastructure. These job cuts follow recent leadership changes within Amazon's AI division. Amazon aims to sharpen its focus on key customer-centric AI initiatives.
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• newIndia’s parking crisis is turning into a major civic headache
  India faces a severe parking shortage due to rapid motorisation and poor urban planning. Vehicle numbers have doubled in a decade, overwhelming city infrastructure. Historic areas and newer suburbs struggle with limited space for growing car ownership. Informal parking thrives while multi-level facilities remain underutilized and enforcement is challenging. Technology and better public transit are key to managing this growing urban problem.
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• newAnna Hazare begins maun andolan in support of protesting students
  Anna Hazare started a silent protest in Ahilyanagar supporting Delhi students. Students are protesting alleged examination irregularities and paper leaks. The Cockroach Janta Party also demands accountability and the minister's resignation. Clashes occurred between demonstrators and police during a march in Delhi. Sonam Wangchuk remains hospitalized after a prolonged hunger strike.
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• new'Will book you in drug case': Mumbai cop threatens student protesters on cam; inquiry ordered
  Mumbai Police ordered an inquiry into a viral video showing a police driver threatening students. The driver allegedly warned of fabricated criminal cases and drug planting charges. This incident occurred while Mumbai witnessed protests supporting a New Delhi student agitation. The driver has been removed from his current posting pending the inquiry's completion. Police are verifying facts to address the serious allegations raised by the video.
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• newWayne Gretzky’s leadership lessons: ‘You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take’
  Wayne Gretzky's leadership principles continue to inspire long after his playing career. By leading through example, putting the team first, anticipating challenges, staying humble despite historic success and embracing pressure, "The Great One" built a lasting legacy beyond his NHL records. His approach offers valuable lessons for athletes, coaches, business professionals and anyone looking to become a more effective and respected leader in any field.
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• newGujarat battered by monsoon fury as floods inundate south, rail services hit
  Heavy rainfall continues to batter Gujarat and Maharashtra, disrupting train services significantly. Rivers have overflowed their banks, causing widespread inundation in towns and villages. Multiple rescue operations are underway as floodwaters enter residential areas. Authorities have issued a red alert, forecasting extremely heavy rainfall for the region. Residents in vulnerable areas are urged to remain indoors and avoid travel.
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• newIndia's first CWG 2026 medal is already assured before the opening ceremony - Here's how
  India has secured its first medal at the Commonwealth Games 2026 before the opening ceremony, with Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain assured of at least bronze after receiving a semifinal bye. She faces T.K.B.P. Taafaki on July 31 for a place in the final. India begins its Glasgow campaign with a 124-member contingent targeting success across multiple sports.
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• newWoman stands in front of Mumbai Police vehicle during CJP protest, video goes viral
  A young woman has become a symbol of protests against the alleged NEET paper leak. Rhiya Ahir confronted police in Mumbai, questioning their response to student demonstrations. The Cockroach Janta Party's protests are expanding across cities following earlier clashes in Delhi. Police have registered multiple cases and booked hundreds for unlawful assembly and violating orders. Protesters demand the Union education minister's resignation or direct engagement with students.
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• newCanada college to protesting Indian students: Seek legal advice, retain imp documents
  Indian students protest after Portage College's business management diploma graduates faced work visa rejections. The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada stated their programs were not eligible for permits. Portage College encourages affected students to retain important documents and seek legal advice. The college cannot overturn decisions made by the immigration authority. Affected students should consult official government materials and obtain independent advice.
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• newDDA launches housing scheme with 25% discount: 1,200+ flats, starting from Rs 33 lakh
  The Delhi Development Authority has launched a new housing scheme for government employees and professionals. This scheme offers over twelve hundred ready-to-move flats with a significant twenty-five percent discount. Registration for these affordable homes opens on July twenty-fourth and booking begins August fifteenth. Flats are located in Narela and will be allotted on a first come, first served basis.
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• newIIT Delhi students built Rs 565cr dairy startup, revolutionising India’s cattle market
  Three former semiconductor engineers—Sujoy Chakravarty, Ravi Mehta and Biman Chattopadhyay—built a successful chip IP company, sold it to Synopsys, and launched Bengaluru-based Quanfluence to develop room-temperature quantum computers. After months of studying quantum technologies, they chose photonics as the most practical approach. Supported by academic experts, the startup now offers commercial cloud-based quantum computing solutions, demonstrating India's growing capabilities in frontier…
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