- newRussia challenges World Athletics ban at sports court as IOC eases restrictions
- 1 hour ago 9 Jul 26, 5:49pm -
- new'Centre allowing oil companies to make illegitimate profit': Kejriwal on fuel prices
Arvind Kejriwal criticized the Centre for high fuel prices. He stated petrol prices should drop from Rs 102 to Rs 82. Kejriwal noted global crude oil prices have declined significantly. He also questioned the impact of E20 ethanol-blended petrol. The AAP leader sought clarifications from automobile manufacturers on fuel concerns.
- 1 hour ago 9 Jul 26, 5:44pm -
- newBSE turns 151: How Asia’s oldest stock exchange became India’s market pulse
The Bombay Stock Exchange celebrates 151 years of significant market evolution. It has witnessed colonial rule and economic reforms, adapting through crises. From paper ledgers to digital transactions, the exchange connects businesses and investors. Today, it lists over 5,000 companies, facilitating wealth creation and capital raising. The BSE remains central to India's economic growth and financial landscape.
- 1 hour ago 9 Jul 26, 5:44pm -
- newTaylor Swift's homes: A look at her multimillion-dollar real estate empire
- 1 hour ago 9 Jul 26, 5:38pm -
- newTelangana HC grants bail to Bandi Sanjay's son in POCSO case, sets Rs 1L bond
The Telangana high court granted regular bail to Bandi Bhagirath, son of Union minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar. He was arrested in May under the POCSO Act and later granted interim bail for exams. The case involves allegations of sexual harassment against a minor girl. Bhagirath denied charges and filed a counter-complaint alleging extortion. Both allegations and counter-allegations are currently under investigation.
- 2 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 5:18pm -
- newWhy Ukraine's air shield works against drones but struggles against ballistic missiles
The Ukraine conflict nears sixteen hundred days, mirroring World War One tactics. Drones are now widely deployed, reshaping battlefield dynamics and troop movements. NATO members have pledged significant military aid, bolstering Ukraine's defense capabilities. Ukraine's air defense network has evolved, integrating Western and Soviet systems. Both sides continue to seek advantages, with technology altering modern warfare.
- 3 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 4:13pm -
- newHow the British royal family makes money without a regular job
The British monarchy's financial foundation is composed of the Sovereign Grant and a series of private estates. King Charles III alongside Prince William has revealed substantial tax contributions. The Sovereign Grant, sourced from Crown Estate profits, finances official royal functions and palace maintenance. Income is also generated through the Duchies of Lancaster and Cornwall, which serve to support the expenses of the royal family and working royals.
- 3 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 4:09pm -
- newKerala LIFE Mission: How the state's flagship housing scheme works
Kerala's LIFE Mission is transforming the lives of the homeless by providing essential housing and financial support. Aiming primarily at landless families and those with dilapidated homes, the initiative funds construction through grants that depend on project milestones. With a focus on marginalized communities, including SC, ST, and women-led households, it has successfully built over five lakh homes, positively impacting nearly twenty lakh individuals.
- 3 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 3:58pm -
- newSuper Typhoon Bavi: Taiwan, China and Japan brace for giant storm as wide as France
- 3 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 3:57pm -
- newAustralia to sell uranium to India: What the landmark deal means
India and Australia signed a landmark civil nuclear agreement for uranium supplies. The leaders also unveiled pacts covering defence and maritime security cooperation. Partnerships in cyber and critical technologies were also established between the nations. This agreement will diversify India's energy sources and strengthen its clean energy goals. Both countries committed to enhancing strategic coordination and interoperability of armed forces.
- 3 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 3:55pm -
- new'There is a deliberate plan against Sooryavanshi': Ex-India batter issues caution
Parthiv Patel believes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will continue facing short-pitched bowling as opponents target his weakness against pace and bounce. After the youngster's modest scores against England, Patel said the tactic was evident during the IPL. He also urged India's batters to show greater patience, adapt to English conditions, and avoid rushing their innings after the third T20I collapse.
- 3 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 3:51pm -
- newElon Musk fired him as Twitter CEO; IIT Bombay alumnus built a $2B AI startup
IIT Bombay alumnus Parag Agrawal has built an AI startup valued at around $2 billion, two years after stepping down as Twitter CEO following Elon Musk's acquisition of the company. Agrawal, who secured AIR 77 in JEE, studied Computer Science at IIT Bombay before earning a PhD from Stanford University. After leading Twitter as CEO, he founded Parallel Web Systems in 2023, focusing on AI infrastructure and large-scale computing technologies.
- 3 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 3:50pm -
- newOp Sindoor's 'echo heard across world': Top quotes from PM Modi's address in Melbourne
- 3 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 3:49pm -
- new'Can do whatever she wishes': TMC on viral video of Mamata slapping party worker
Trinamool Congress MP Saugata Roy defended Mamata Banerjee after a video showed her slapping a party worker. He stated Banerjee shares a close bond and can do as she wishes. The incident occurred during a protest march over a minor's alleged rape and murder. BJP leaders criticized Banerjee's actions, calling it arrogance and a loss of mental balance. Clashes between TMC and BJP supporters also marked the protest march.
- 3 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 3:44pm -
- new'Shreyas Iyer, Tilak don't deserve guaranteed spots': Kaif drops brutal verdict
Expressing his discontent, former cricketer Mohammad Kaif criticized the team selectors for their choice of leaders, specifically targeting Shreyas Iyer and Tilak Varma. Kaif feels these selections have had a negative impact on Sanju Samson's potential role in the squad. He argues that the selectors should face accountability for their choices, while Iyer and Varma maintain their leadership in the ongoing series.
- 3 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 3:42pm -
- new'Will be one hell of a decision': Ashwin backs unchanged India XI despite Samson debate
Ravichandran Ashwin supports maintaining the same Indian team for the fourth T20I match. He believes this stability sends a strong message to the squad. The spinner acknowledges Sanju Samson will likely miss out again. Ashwin noted India's young batting unit struggles in different conditions. He hopes the team gains experience and improves with time.
- 3 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 3:32pm -
- new36 years, 300 luxury hotels, one stolen laptop: How a Charles Sobhraj admirer was caught
A 69-year-old man allegedly defrauded hotels across India for nearly three decades. He admitted to modelling his criminal lifestyle on notorious conman Charles Sobhraj. The man was arrested in Bhubaneswar after fleeing a Raipur hotel without paying a large bill. He had previously spent fifteen years in various Indian prisons for similar offenses. Police stated he viewed hotels as tourist destinations and prisons as his home stay.
- 4 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 3:23pm -
- new'Welcome to the Jungle' film eyes Rs 125 crore domestic milestone before 'Dhamaal 4'
Ahmed Khan's multi-starrer action-comedy 'Welcome to the Jungle' wraps up its second week at the box office, closing in on the Rs. 125 crore domestic net milestone. Starring Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Arshad Warsi, and Paresh Rawal, the film stands at a domestic net of Rs. 123.06 crore ahead of its Day 14 live tracking.
- 4 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 3:22pm -
- newAustralia to return three ancient Indian artefacts to India during PM Modi's visit
- 4 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 3:09pm -
- newNew EPF scheme: 10 questions on contributions, withdrawals & retirement savings
EPF Scheme 2026: The good news is that many core features of the provident fund system remain familiar. Existing PF accounts continue, contribution rates broadly remain unchanged and accumulated balances remain protected.
- 4 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 3:02pm -
- newWhat is Arthur Fery's nationality? Wimbledon 2026 star ends British-French debate
Arthur Fery has addressed questions about his nationality after becoming one of the biggest stories at Wimbledon 2026. The 23-year-old wildcard has enjoyed a dream run into the semi-finals, earning praise from fans across Britain. His impressive performances have also sparked discussion in France because he was born there and has French parents.
- 4 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 3:01pm -
- newIndia gets world's first once-a-week insulin: All about Novo Nordisk's Awiqli
- 4 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 3:00pm -
- new'Just unfair': Ashwin slams selectors over Sanju Samson's Zimbabwe snub
Ravichandran Ashwin voiced strong disapproval of Sanju Samson's exclusion from the T20I squad. He believes frequent team changes create player insecurity and harm the T20 setup. Ashwin questioned the logic behind dropping Samson after a few recent poor scores. He warned that players might focus on self-preservation instead of winning matches. This decision has sparked considerable debate within Indian cricket circles.
- 4 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 2:58pm -
- new'Was taking 18 tablets a day': Prince Narula opens up about battle with anxiety
Prince Narula revealed his struggle with severe anxiety and health complications. He took eighteen tablets daily and experienced significant weight gain. Music and his wife Yuvika Chaudhary provided crucial support during this difficult time. The couple faced marital challenges due to emotional exhaustion and considered parting ways. Becoming parents brought a fresh perspective, resolving conflicts by looking at their daughter.
- 4 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 2:52pm -
- new'There should be no slackness': SC orders special team to survey illegal, unsafe buildings
- 4 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 2:48pm -
- newSalesforce staff 'confused' as it promotes Claude in $27.7 bn app it owns
Salesforce is promoting Anthropic's new Claude Tag AI agent inside Slack—the platform it bought for $27.7 billion—leaving employees confused, The Information reports. Claude Tag competes directly with Salesforce's own Slackbot and Agentforce, blurring the line between Salesforce's AI products and its partner's. With a 1% Anthropic stake and $300 million in annual token spending, Salesforce backs a rival that may not need Slack at all.
- 4 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 2:45pm -
- newPaid in full in 2013, car never came: Mahindra told to refund buyer with interest
Puducherry commission ordered Mahindra and its dealer to refund a customer. The man paid in full for a Mahindra XUV500 in 2013 but never received it. The state commission found Mahindra responsible for the vehicle's non-delivery. The dealer was also partly blamed for delays in placing the purchase order. Mahindra must refund the full amount and pay compensation to the aggrieved buyer.
- 5 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 2:28pm -
- newMumbai's rain has entered uncharted territory. The data tells a worrying story
Mumbai experienced unprecedented rainfall, exceeding normal monthly totals in just one week. This extreme weather reflects climate change altering rainfall patterns across India. Warmer air and seas contribute to more intense and concentrated rain events. Urban development and infrastructure limits exacerbate flooding issues in the city. Adapting to these changing monsoons requires smarter planning and natural buffer protection.
- 5 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 2:25pm -
- newAround 35,000 tech jobs may be eliminated in 2026, India’s IT sector sees AI shift
The latest trend reflects a new phase in the restructuring of India's IT services industry, which is valued at over $315 billion. Companies are continuing to rationalise the workforce built up during the pandemic hiring surge after grappling with weaker business conditions over the past three years.
- 5 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 2:02pm -
- newSpace images reveal 5,000-mile seaweed belt across the Atlantic
Sargassum seaweed, once a crucial part of marine ecosystems, has now transformed into a significant coastal issue due to nutrient-rich runoff from land. This rapid growth of brown macroalgae poses serious environmental and economic challenges, threatening tourism and local livelihoods. Scientists are investigating the interplay of nutrient shifts and ocean currents to resolve this issue, emphasizing that tackling land-based pollution is vital to curb the spread of sargassum.
- 5 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 1:58pm -
- newMicrosoft layoffs: Here's what company is offering laid-off employees across US in severance
Microsoft announced significant job cuts affecting approximately 4,800 global employees this week. Affected employees in the United States will receive generous severance packages and benefits. These packages include extended base pay and continued stock vesting for eligible workers. The layoffs primarily impact the sales division and the Xbox gaming business. This move aligns with Microsoft's strategic cost reduction and AI infrastructure expansion plans.
- 5 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 1:55pm -
- new'Sack him...': Ben Stokes' post sparks fresh debate as ICC probes ECB over footage
Ben Stokes posted "Sack him..." on social media, reigniting retirement speculation. The International Cricket Council is investigating the England and Wales Cricket Board over footage. This footage was filmed inside the dressing room before Stokes announced his retirement. The ICC alleges the ECB breached regulations by releasing the video early. The investigation occurs as the ECB searches for a new Test captain.
- 5 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 1:50pm -
- newGermany records over 5,100 heat deaths as Europe reels under record-breaking summer
- 5 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 1:43pm -
- newRashid Khan breaks down as Afghanistan bids emotional farewell to Shapoor Zadran
Afghanistan cricket bid an emotional farewell to former fast bowler Shapoor Zadran. He passed away in India at the age of 38 after a prolonged illness. Zadran represented Afghanistan in 44 ODIs and 36 T20Is between 2009 and 2020. He had been undergoing treatment in New Delhi for a rare life-threatening condition. His contributions and fighting spirit will remain an important part of cricket history.
- 6 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 1:27pm -
- new'Deeply alarming': Major scare at Gurgaon society after balcony collapses amid heavy rain
A luxury apartment balcony collapsed in Gurgaon after heavy rain on Thursday morning. No injuries were reported as falling debris missed residents passing below. Authorities cordoned off the area and launched an investigation into the structural safety. Residents expressed concern over builder negligence and demanded a structural audit. They urged an assessment of the entire complex for structural integrity.
- 6 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 1:20pm -
- newWatch: Iran shares video showing Khamenei's battered compound after US-Israeli strikes
- 6 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 12:58pm -
- newBieber joins Madonna, Shakira and BTS in blockbuster World Cup final halftime show
The FIFA World Cup 2026 final will feature a historic halftime show. Justin Bieber joins Madonna, Shakira, and BTS as co-headliners for this event. Chris Martin is curating the eleven-minute performance which supports children's education. Burna Boy and Gustavo Dudamel will also perform during the groundbreaking show. This landmark event aims to unite sport, music, and social impact globally.
- 6 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 12:54pm -
- newWaterlogging, jams & destruction: 10 videos capture Monsoon chaos across India
Heavy monsoon rains have caused widespread waterlogging and traffic disruptions across India. Several states are under red and orange alerts for severe weather conditions. Authorities are managing rescue operations and monitoring vulnerable areas. Maharashtra and Kerala continue to battle significant rainfall impacts. The India Meteorological Department forecasts continued heavy showers in many regions.
- 6 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 12:43pm -
- new'Days, weeks or months': US gearing up for prolonged military campaign against Iran
The United States anticipates a prolonged military confrontation with Iran lasting weeks. This escalation follows fresh US strikes and Iran's retaliatory actions in the region. Hardline factions in Iran are reportedly frustrated with the perceived lack of benefits from a memorandum of understanding. President Donald Trump declared a ceasefire over after Iranian attacks on commercial shipping.
- 8 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 11:12am -
- newChilling new images reveal condition of Connor Murphy’s Thailand home before drowning death
Connor Murphy died in Thailand after reportedly fleeing police and entering a lake, where he later drowned. Newly released images from his rental home show trash, medication packets and damage inside the property. Police are still investigating the case and awaiting autopsy and toxicology results. Authorities have not confirmed what led to Murphy’s behavior before his death.
- 15 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 3:59am -
- newNHL trade rumor: Penguins, Flyers eye Canucks' $92M star
The Vancouver Canucks have been actively looking for trade options for the team’s star center Elias Pettersson as the team rebuilds its roster, ahead of the new season. Elias Pettersson’s performance has also dropped in the last few years which has sparked some concern. Amid all the mess, it seems the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Philadelphia Flyers have emerged as potential landing spots for him.
- 15 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 3:37am -
- newBlake Lively didn't expect this from Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce: Report
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce just had the wedding of the year as 1000 high profile guests belonging to Hollywood and the sports world lined up to watch the pop star walk down the aisle, sparking chaos among milllions. While the wedding had brought New York City to a standstill, it seems Blake Lively might not have been that disappointed with not being invited.
- 16 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 2:40am -
- newStir in Mumbai's political circles as Sharad Pawar meets Eknath Shinde
NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar met deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde, creating political stir. Arif Naseem Khan also held a closed-door meeting with Pawar to gauge his political mood. Rumors of Pawar's party joining the Mahayuti are circulating among Congress insiders. Congress is working to reclaim political space if Pawar's party shifts alliances. Pawar's party remains a constituent of the INDIA alliance, according to Congress.
- 19 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 12:25am -
- newBengaluru: PT teacher booked after 12-yr-old allegedly beaten to death with iron rod
A physical education trainer was booked for allegedly beating a 12-year-old student to death. The boy's father alleged the trainer used an iron rod, causing his son's death. School authorities initially informed the father the boy had fallen ill and collapsed. Parents protested at the school after learning the boy was allegedly beaten. Police are awaiting postmortem reports and collecting CCTV footage for investigation.
- 22 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 8:56pm -
- New USCIS rules for H-1B, Green Card applicants start July 10
New United States Citizenship and Immigration Services rules will take effect soon. Applicants must use handwritten or properly reproduced signatures for immigration forms. Improper signatures will lead to rejection without any chance for correction. Applicants should always sign forms by hand before submitting them. This policy aims to maintain the integrity of the immigration system.
- 1 day ago 8 Jul 26, 4:34pm -