- newPM Modi flags off India's first hydrogen train; check route, timings & how it works
India’s first hydrogen train is a 10-coach passenger offering. According to Indian Railways, globally the few operational or under testing hydrogen trains have 2-3 passenger coaches, making India’s first hydrogen train the longest of its type in the world.
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- newWife can't be denied 'stridhan' just because she has no bills or receipts: Chhattisgarh HC
Chhattisgarh high court ruled a wife need not produce bills for stridhan. Husband's appeal was dismissed regarding his wife's stridhan articles. The court noted receipts are typically kept by the husband's family after marriage. Absence of documents does not negate the wife's claim for her belongings. The husband must return the stridhan or pay two lakh rupees.
- 47 mins ago 17 Jul 26, 11:05am -
- newThe great Indian flip: People on roads, bikes on footpaths
Indian footpaths are now unsafe for pedestrians due to encroaching vehicles. Delivery riders and two-wheelers use pavements as shortcuts, creating hazards. Congestion and poor enforcement exacerbate the problem across major cities. This situation discourages walking, impacting public health and urban sustainability. Engineering, enforcement, and behavioral changes are needed to reclaim pedestrian spaces.
- 51 mins ago 17 Jul 26, 11:01am -
- newBhim Army chief attacks UP govt over proposed bulldozer action at Jauhar University
- 1 hour ago 17 Jul 26, 10:48am -
- newRupee rises 14 paise in early trade as Dalal Street cheers; oil adds limited gains
The rupee opened stronger against the US dollar on Friday, gaining fourteen paise in early trade. Upbeat equity markets provided support for the domestic currency's early gains. However, sustained foreign fund outflows and firm crude oil prices capped further appreciation. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East kept investors cautious towards emerging market currencies. The rupee is expected to trade within a narrow range with a downside bias.
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- newGujarat ATS widens JeM crackdown, arrests 5 more in terror module probe
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- newHegseth shares photo of Chabahar port tower collapsing amid strikes in Iran
Chabahar port has been a repeated target of American airstrikes. Iranian state media acknowledged a third round of strikes on the facility without immediately acknowledging the tower’s collapse. Iran, however, described the tower as overseeing commercial traffic into the port. However, Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard also operates at ports across the country.
- 2 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 10:21am -
- newMan driving Mercedes can't call Rs 20,000 maintenance for wife excessive: Karnataka HC
The Karnataka High Court dismissed a husband's divorce appeal based on cruelty and desertion. The court also upheld an order for him to pay interim maintenance. A man owning a Mercedes-Benz cannot claim this payment is excessive. The husband failed to prove cruelty allegations against his wife. The court found the wife had a reasonable cause to live separately.
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- newUS govt's new rule: Visa, green card can be denied if likely to need public assistance
The US government has revised its public charge immigration rule. Immigrants may be denied entry if they are likely to depend on public assistance. This new regulation restores broader discretion to immigration officers for assessments. The policy change will officially take effect on September 18, 2026. USCIS also updated rules regarding signatures on immigration benefit requests.
- 2 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 10:08am -
- new3 students killed, 4 critical after train collides with school van in Murshidabad
A local train struck a school vehicle at an open level crossing, killing four people. The collision occurred Friday morning between Karnasubarna station and Gobindapur rail gate. Four students and the vehicle driver were hospitalized in critical condition after the incident. Eyewitnesses alleged the rail gate remained open, leading to the accident. Investigations are underway by police and railway authorities into the cause.
- 2 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 9:47am -
- newHouse hunting? These tips can help you avoid AI rental scams
In an era of advanced technology, online rental scams have become more cunning, leveraging artificial intelligence to deceive unsuspecting tenants. Fraudsters craft fake property listings and convincingly impersonate landlords. To safeguard against these scams, it's crucial for renters to be cautious of unusually low rents and landlords who refuse inspections. Always conduct in-person visits and confirm ownership before making any financial commitments, opting for secure payment methods to mitig…
- 2 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 9:30am -
- newHydrogen train, Rs 25K cr in projects: PM Modi's agenda in Haryana, Chandigarh & Punjab
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch development projects exceeding twenty-four thousand eight hundred crore rupees. These initiatives span highways, railways, healthcare, and education infrastructure across three regions. The visit includes flagging off India's first hydrogen-powered train from Jind to Sonipat. He will also inaugurate completed projects and lay foundation stones for new developments. This significant rollout aims to boost regional connectivity and public services.
- 2 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 9:24am -
- newNEET UG 2026 cut-off released alongside results; Check category-wise qualifying marks, percentiles
The NTA has announced the NEET UG 2026 cut-off along with the examination results, outlining the category-wise qualifying percentiles and marks required for medical admissions. With over 11.21 lakh candidates qualifying, eligible aspirants can now participate in the counselling process. The qualifying marks have increased compared to last year, reflecting stronger overall performance in the examination.
- 2 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 9:23am -
- newRachit breaks silence on October wedding rumours with Huma
Rachit Singh has denied wedding rumours with Huma Qureshi, saying, "It's not happening!" Speculation grew after the two attended a wedding reception together and made frequent public appearances. Rachit, also an acting coach for a decade, spoke about working with Huma and her brother Saqib Saleem, and shared his goal of acting lifelong.
- 3 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 9:17am -
- new'If it fails, I'll return as a ghost': Wangchuk ahead of July 20 Parliament march
Activist Sonam Wangchuk continues his hunger strike for the 20th day. He plans to join a march to Parliament on July 20. The Cockroach Janta Party supports Wangchuk and the ongoing protests. Political leaders have expressed concern over Wangchuk's deteriorating health. The protests demand action regarding alleged irregularities in the NEET examination.
- 3 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 9:13am -
- newAamir Khan dismisses '3 Idiots' link to Sonam Wangchuk; voices concern as his fast continues
Aamir Khan addressed the popular belief about his character Phunsukh Wangdu. He stated that the '3 Idiots' character was not based on Sonam Wangchuk. Khan clarified this misconception during a London Film Festival interaction. He also expressed deep concern for Wangchuk's ongoing hunger strike. The actor hopes for a positive and healthy resolution to the protest.
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- newTrump claims Obama, Biden benefited from ‘cover-up’ of China’s 2020 election meddling
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- newWinners will make the hard choices: Microsoft's security chief to employees after layoffs
Microsoft's new security chief Hayete Gallot has replaced senior executives, merged engineering teams, and cut hundreds of jobs to push the company toward AI-powered cybersecurity, The Information reports. In an internal memo, Gallot told staff the industry is being reimagined and rewards firms that make hard choices early. Microsoft is chasing AI security spending flowing to rivals OpenAI and Anthropic.
- 3 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 9:09am -
- newHyderabad school 'Kalma' homework row: NHRC issues notice to Telangana govt
The National Human Rights Commission has issued a notice to the Telangana government. This action follows a complaint alleging compulsory Islamic religious lessons and prayers at a private college. The institution reportedly assigned these religious tasks as mandatory homework for all students. The commission seeks a detailed report from state authorities regarding these allegations. Further information on this developing matter is currently awaited.
- 3 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 8:57am -
- new'Cyber threat to democracy': Trump says Russia, Iran & China interfered in US polls
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- newNEET UG 2026 AIR 1 Aryan Gupta shares success mantra, advice for aspirants
The NTA has announced the NEET UG 2026 results, with over 11.21 lakh candidates qualifying for medical admissions. Punjab's Aryan Gupta, who secured a joint AIR 1 with 715 marks, credited his success to 16–17 hours of daily study and perseverance. Aspiring to become an oncologist, he urged future aspirants to keep working hard and never lose hope.
- 3 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 8:48am -
- new'Hasn't scored in two games': India coach's verdict on Rohit Sharma amid poor form
Rohit's struggles were visible in the second ODI in Cardiff on Thursday, where England won by four wickets to level the three-match series 1-1. The opener never looked settled, scoring just 10 runs off 18 balls by the end of the Powerplay even as India raced to 61/1. He eventually made 26 off 47 balls before being dismissed while attempting a sweep against Will Jacks.
- 3 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 8:42am -
- new'China stole data of 220m US voters': Trump blames Beijing as he releases files on 2020 polls
President Donald Trump alleged China compromised 220 million American voter files. He announced declassification of intelligence documents regarding election interference. Trump claimed intelligence officials concealed this information from him and Congress. He stated that election systems are vulnerable and easily compromised. This announcement comes as Republicans prepare for upcoming midterm elections.
- 4 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 8:10am -
- new'Nothing was handed to Argentina': Messi unloads on favouritism claims
Argentina came from 1-0 down after the 85th minute to beat England 2-1 in Wednesday's semifinal and book a place in the final, where they will face Spain on Sunday.
- 4 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 8:07am -
- newUnease in NCP after signs of NCP (SP) tilting towards NDA
NCP leaders Praful Patel and Sunil Tatkare met Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis without informing Sunetra Pawar. Speculations are rife about NCP (SP) potentially aligning with the NDA government. Jayant Patil's meetings with BJP leaders intensified these ongoing political discussions. Sunetra Pawar's faction faces concerns about losing influence if NCP (SP) joins the alliance. Discussions regarding the finance portfolio and party leadership challenges are ongoing.
- 4 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 8:04am -
- newTop stocks to buy: Stock recommendations for today - check list
Stock market recommendations: Adani Power, and IndusInd Bank - Bajaj Broking Research has recommended these two stocks to buy today, July 17, 2026, with a one-month horizon for the target price to be achieved. Let’s take a look:
- 4 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 7:56am -
- newFBI arrests gangster Nitish Kaushal days after adding him to most wanted list
The FBI arrested Indian-origin Nitish Kaushal in Vermont as part of a crackdown. Kaushal is wanted for alleged involvement in murder and drug trafficking. He carried out violent acts for the Bhagwanpuria organised crime group. This arrest follows Operation Hard Ball targeting the Bhagwanpuria gang internationally. Federal prosecutors also charged Lawrence Bishnoi and Goldy Brar with ordering an assassination.
- 4 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 7:55am -
- newMasterpiece or Overrated: 'The Odyssey' Twitter reviews divide Nolan fans
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' has premiered in IMAX theaters, sparking audience debate. Many fans praise its stunning visuals and Nolan's ambitious direction. However, some viewers criticize the film's pacing and storytelling choices. Dialogue and acting performances also received mixed reactions from moviegoers. Matt Damon's portrayal of Odysseus, however, earned widespread acclaim from many.
- 4 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 7:41am -
- newJoe Root surpasses Virat Kohli's ODI record with unbeaten 99 against India
Joe Root's unbeaten 99 guided England to a four-wicket victory over India. This win leveled the three-match series at one game apiece. Root absorbed early pressure and anchored the innings with a composed knock. He overtook Virat Kohli in successful ODI run chase averages. England's bowlers restricted India after a threatening partnership.
- 4 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 7:31am -
- newWhere's hitman? Rohit Sharma's form a growing concern for India's ODI WC plans
Rohit Sharma's struggles with timing, tempo and confidence have continued in the first two ODIs against England. With just 37 runs, prolonged dot-ball phases and visible discomfort against pace, the veteran opener's place in India's long-term ODI plans is beginning to invite serious scrutiny ahead of the 2027 World Cup.
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- newCongress must pass 'Voter ID Save America Act': Trump in his address to United States
- 5 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 6:58am -
- newRohit Sharma no more automatic selection after Lord's ODI
The Indian team management and selectors had initially considered giving Yashasvi Jaiswal a full series in England but opted to persist with Rohit Sharma, hoping he would rediscover his form. Sources indicate that both the selection committee and team management have conveyed their views on Rohit's future to the BCCI. It remains to be seen whether the board's leadership or the selectors will now initiate discussions with him.
- 6 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 6:01am -
- newVivek Oberoi reveals he invested in over 30 companies, exited 11 with returns of up to 300%
While many know Vivek Oberoi as an actor, he has quietly built a significant presence in the investment world. In a recent interview, the actor spoke about his journey from learning the value of money as a child to creating a family office focused on generational wealth, impact investing and backing promising entrepreneurs.
- 8 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 4:15am -
- newWho is Fátima Bosch? The Miss Universe linked to Jude Bellingham rumors
Miss Universe 2025 winner Fatima Bosch has attracted worldwide attention after social media users associated her with England national football team star Jude Bellingham. Bosch has denied meeting her, but the rumors have sparked a lot of interest in her life, her education, her career and her amazing journey from Mexico to becoming one of the world’s most recognizable beauty queens.
- 8 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 4:00am -
- newGigi Hadid reportedly deepened Blake Lively's fallout with Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce kept the drama away from their New York City wedding as they invited pretty much everyone from Hollywood and the NFL but Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, sparking chaos among many. While this has sparked a mixed reaction among fans, it seems supermodel Gigi Hadid might have made things worse for Blake Lively.
- 9 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 2:42am -
- newMarcello Hernandez's Tiger Woods joke steals the spotlight at the ESPYs
Marcello Hernandez delivered some of the biggest moments at the 2026 ESPYs with jokes aimed at Tiger Woods and Bill Belichick. Hernandez referenced Woods’ ongoing DUI case and poked fun at Belichick’s relationship with Jordon Hudson. The comedian’s sharp monologue drew strong reactions from the audience and became one of the night’s main talking points.
- 9 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 2:34am -
- newHow chance discovery of Rs 40,000 in loo helped blow lid off Ayodhya Ram temple theft
A chance discovery of concealed cash led to an investigation into donation theft. Alerted by a gatekeeper, temple trustees initiated an internal inquiry into the matter. Police launched a probe and recovered nearly eighty lakh rupees from multiple locations. Accused individuals provided disclosures which aided further recoveries of stolen money. A special investigation team is now reconstructing the entire sequence of events.
- 11 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 12:24am -
- new6,000 penguin dives reveal how sea ice can make prey harder to reach
In recent times, penguins face challenges in sourcing food due to altered prey behaviors. As krill and fish migrate deeper or spread out to elude predators, penguins must dive greater depths and swim longer distances in search of sustenance. Thus, it's crucial for conservation initiatives to take into account these changing hunting dynamics in our evolving oceans.
- 14 hours ago 16 Jul 26, 9:49pm -
- newWoman waiting at Mangaluru bus stop hacked to death; one-sided love angle emerges
A tragic incident occurred when a 21-year-old woman was brutally attacked near the BC Road bus stand. Identified as Lavanya, she succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead at Bantwal Government Hospital. Investigators have identified Chetan, a distant relative with unresolved affections, as the alleged perpetrator, and efforts to apprehend him are ongoing.
- 14 hours ago 16 Jul 26, 9:38pm -
- newInside David Beckham's empire: From 'Beckingham Palace' to $72 million Miami mansion
- 17 hours ago 16 Jul 26, 6:22pm -
- Jeff Bezos donates $10m to LA that city's mayor says is about investing in culture
Jeff Bezos' Earth Fund has granted $10.1 million for the Watts Towers Arts Center Campus. This investment will help transform the campus ahead of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The project adds over 30,000 square feet of usable park space and cooling features. New recreational and gathering areas will also be introduced as part of the revitalization. This funding advances commitments to expanding green space and community resilience.
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- The 1883 mongoose mistake that still threatens Hawaii’s native wildlife
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