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UPI Transactions Surge by 23% in June, Valued at Nearly 29 Lakh Crore

New Delhi, July 1: The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions in June saw a remarkable annual growth of 23%, reaching 22.72 billion transa

Venezuela earthquake: Death toll nears 2,000 as rescue hopes fade

After the earthquakes, almost 2,000 people are confirmed dead, and about 43,000 remain missing. Aid agencies warn of worsening hunger and disease

DMK chief Stalin announces party reorganisation advisory committee

DMK chief M.K. Stalin has formed a 10-member advisory panel to overhaul the party's structure following recent election results. This move comes

Netherlands Coach Ronald Koeman Resigns After World Cup Exit

New Delhi, July 1: Following the Netherlands exit from the FIFA World Cup, coach Ronald Koeman has announced his resignation. The team faced Moro

ENG vs IND, 1st T20I: Playing XI, live streaming, pitch and weather report, match prediction

England and India clash in a T20I series opener at Riverside Ground, with hosts England holding a slight edge. Expect a seam-friendly pitch and p

Watch: U.K. PM Starmer announces 15 billion plan to boost defence investment

Andhra Pradesh secured Rs 11.77 lakh crore investments in two years, says TG Bharath

Andhra Pradesh has secured investments totaling Rs 11.77 lakh crore over two years, projected to create over 10 lakh jobs. Minister TG Bharath em

Digital India Initiative Marks 11 Years of Empowerment and Growth, Says PM Modi

New Delhi, July 1: On the occasion of the 11th anniversary of the Digital India initiative, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that this program

Anthropic unveils 'Claude Science' for scientific research

Claude Science combines databases, coding tools, compute and research workflows in one workspace, helping scientists analyse literature, run anal

CM Revanth Reddy Salutes Doctors on National Doctors' Day

The spirit of doctors' service will continue to inspire society for generations, Revanth Reddy said.

Global non-profit Ibu Movements artisan incubator spotlights four Indian brands

From Bengalurus kalamkari and Maharashtras himroo to West Bengals kantha, four Indian artisan enterprises have joined the Ibu Movements global in

J&K: 'Operation Sheruwali' enters 40th day as security forces intensify search operations in Rajouri

For 40 days, security forces have been conducting 'Operation Sheruwali' in the Gambir Mughlan forests of Rajouri, targeting terrorist infiltratio

Police encounter near Hyderabad ORR: Repeat offender shot in leg after attacking Nalgonda police constable

Salman Khans Petition Hearing in Delhi High Court Sparks Controversy

Noida, July 1: The Delhi High Court is set to hear a petition filed by actor Salman Khan, seeking to halt the promotion and release of the film K

Tragic Collapse in Mangalore: Three Lives Lost Amid Heavy Rainfall

Mangalore, July 1: A tragic incident occurred in Mangalore, Karnataka, where a house was crushed by debris during heavy rainfall, resulting in th

TikTok to settle with teen plaintiff before California social media trial, law firm says

R.K.C., who started using social media when he was about 8, said he became addicted to it, losing sleep and suffering from depression and anxiety

Toddlers Body Found in Mailardevpally Park

Morning walkers noticed the body and alerted the police, who rushed to the spot and shifted the body to the Osmania General Hospital (OGH) for an

Over 20 lakh devotees attend Rottela Panduga in Nellore

On the occasion, State Endowments Minister Anam Ramanarayana Reddy offered special prayers at the dargah

Three killed as two lorries collide, catch fire in Andhra Pradeshs Guntur

One of the lorries was transporting stones, while the other was carrying a paper consignment, says Guntur District Superintendent of Police Vakul

Neha Dhupia Slams Paparazzi Over 'Back Shots'

At the event, the actor was seen directly confronting photographers, asking them to stop clicking such pictures.

'Ethanol experiment on 3.6 crore Indians': Priyank Kharge slams Centre over results by next year' remark

Watch: PM Modi speaks to Iran President ahead of Ayatollah Khameneis state funeral

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian ahead of the state funeral of Irans Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Kham

Ancient ape fossil in Egypt could rewrite the story of human evolution

North Africa has remained absent from the record. Researchers have now found what they call Masripithecus moghraensis, a previously unknown ape s

Marcelo Bielsa Resigns as Head Coach of Uruguay Following World Cup Exit

Montevideo, July 1: Marcelo Bielsa has announced his resignation as head coach of the Uruguay national football team following their elimination

Garena Free Fire MAX redeem codes for July 1, 2026: Claim free diamonds, skins, emotes and other rewards

Garena has dropped new Free Fire MAX redeem codes for July 1, 2026, offering players a chance to snag free diamonds, weapon skins, and more. Thes

Speeding College Bus Kills Woman in Kukatpally

The police are examining the footage of CCTVs installed near the spot to ascertain exact reasons behind the incident

Anti-immigrant protests grip South Africa as fears of violence grow

Many foreign nationals stayed away from work, and thousands had already fled ahead of Tuesdays deadline set by the demonstrators for all undocume

UP Congress chief Ajay Rai allegedly detained in Ayodhya, claims wife

Ajay Rai's wife, Reena Rai, has alleged that the Uttar Pradesh Congress chief was detained by police in Ayodhya while raising the issue of allege

FIFA WC 2026: Mexico Beat Ecuador 2-0 to Reach Last 16

Goals from Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez secured victory for Mexico

Stock Market LIVE Updates, Sensex Today: Sensex Jumps 190 Points Higher Amid Mixed Global Cues

Stock Market, Sensex, Share Market, Nifty LIVE Updates: Brent oil crude rose 0.5% to $73.32 while US WTI rose 0.59% to $69.91 per barrel.

US and Iran offer conflicting accounts on planned Doha talks

Iranian and American officials have both said they will have delegations in Doha, the Qatari capital, this week

Born on July 1, died on July 1: Who was Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, in whose memory India celebrates National Doctors' Day?

India observes National Doctors' Day on July 1, honoring medical professionals and commemorating the remarkable life of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy. A

Uttarakhand Minority Education Act Comes into Effect, Announces Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami

Dehradun, July 1: The Uttarakhand Minority Education Act has officially come into effect in the Devbhoomi state of Uttarakhand. Chief Minister Pu

Global AI wave revs up Asian factories, offsetting war-induced pain

Asia's manufacturing sector experienced a significant boost in June, driven by robust demand for AI-related technology goods. This surge provided

Watch: Seven killed, over 15 injured as bus rams into truck on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway

Quote of the day by Princess Diana: 'I think the biggest disease the world suffers from in this day and age is the disease of people feeling...' - A message that feels more relevant than ever today

Quote of the day by Princess Diana: Princess Diana, the 'People's Princess', connected with millions through her compassion and humanitarian effo

Petrol Price Cut by 5, Diesel Down by 3 from July 1; LPG Cylinder Rates Reduced by 180 Among 7 Major Changes

NEW DELHI, July 1, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran) :Petrol prices have been reduced by 5 per litre and diesel prices by 3 per litre by Nyara Energy from Jul

30 Colleges, 10 States: Supreme Court Panel Takes Steps To Address Student Mental Health Concerns

The panel aims to recommend reforms to improve accountability and create safer, more inclusive campuses by reviewing policies and identifying key

Celebrating 11 Years of Digital India: A Milestone in National Progress

New Delhi, July 1: The ambitious Digital India initiative has completed 11 years as of Wednesday. On this occasion, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister

Ketan Agarwal Suspected Fiancee's Affair, Had Asked For Background Check

Siya and Ketan's matchmaking had been done through a common relative of the Agarwals and Goyals.

Harry Brook says leading England in tests would be a privilege

Brook, England's current white-ball skipper, served as vice-captain under Ben Stokes for the 2-1 test series defeat by New Zealand on home soil.

Why US Supreme Court Birthright Citizenship Ruling Is A Relief For Indians

Hundreds of thousands of Indian professionals work and study in the country on H-1B visas, L-1 intra-company transfer visas, and F-1 student visa

Deutsche India showcases cutting-edge AI applications that speed up banking operations

One of these applications even analyses factors that cause market volatilitysuch as geopolitical developments, regulatory changes, and macroecono

Microsoft to cut under 2.5% of workforce in latest layoffs: Report

The layoffs will impact thousands of roles, including sales and consulting, as well as jobs at the Xbox gaming division, the Business Insider rep

Aspiring Engineer Shares Emotional Post After Failing To Get Into IIT: 'Today, I Cried'

An aspiring engineering student shares a heartfelt post after missing IIT Madras despite years of preparation.

Uttarakhand Minority Education Act comes into force, Madrasa Board Act repealed

Uttarakhand's Minority Education Act is now in effect, replacing the Madrasa Education Board Act. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami stated this

Venezuela earthquake death toll rises to 1,943; over 10,000 injured

The Venezuelan government has declared a state of emergency in the affected areas and mobilised the armed forces to support rescue, relief and re

Video Of Man Making Obscene Gestures At Woman On Train Goes Viral, Railways Responds

She said she was standing near the door of her coach when a man travelling in the second general coach repeatedly made obscene gestures in her di

National Postal Employees Day: Leaders Honor Dedication of Postal Workers

New Delhi, July 1: On National Postal Employees Day, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and several Chief Ministers from various states extended their

BJP rule in Bengal will be no different from rest of country: Venugopal

They do not believe in the Constitution. They want to destroy the livelihood of the common people, says Congress leader K.C. Venugopal

Commercial LPG Cylinder Price Reduced by Rs 183.50

Following the revision, the retail price of the 5-kg FTL cylinder in Delhi now stands at Rs 808.50

Pune Bizman Murder: Siya Goyal Wanted To Leave 'Boyfriend' Chetan? Brother Makes Big Claim

According to brother Sahil, Siya was actively involved in wedding preparations.

4-year-old child who fell into borewell in Haryanas Ambala dies

The Deputy Commissioner had said on Tuesday (June 30) that the police had been directed to initiate action as per rules against those responsible

Fear and anger brew inside Meta amid AI frenzy

Meta employees have weathered frequent layoffs since early 2025, including this spring when the company cut 10 percent of its workforce, some 8,0

Registration Not Enough In Hindu Marriage, Needs Rituals: Gujarat High Court

Gujarat High Court says Hindu marriage needs essential ceremonies for legal validity

Beyond the parade

Rajasthan bus-trailer collision leaves eight dead on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway

The accident occurred at around 2.30 am near Zero Point in the Tanawad area under the jurisdiction of Kolwa police station. Authorities have laun

Tragic Collision on Agra-Lucknow Expressway Claims Five Lives

Lucknow, July 1: A devastating road accident occurred on the Agra-Lucknow Expressway in Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh, early Wednesday morning, r

Ukraine hits Russias Dubna satellite site again

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Tuesday that Ukraines military struck Russias Dubna satellite communications center in the Moscow region fo

UN General Assembly approves budget rule reform

UN Secretary-General Antnio Guterres welcomed the General Assembly's approval of new financial rules that change how unspent budget funds are ret

The Indus conundrum: when water is both a lifeline and a faultline

Writers are beginning to explain the ramifications of the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty, which was a shared heritage between India and Pak

Leaders Extend Birthday Wishes to Former Vice President Venkaiah Naidu

New Delhi, July 1: On the occasion of former Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidus birthday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several senior BJP lead

Jharkhand Man Stabbed For Protesting Harassment, Dies. Massive Protests Follow

A man, who was critically injured in a stabbing for protesting the alleged harassment at a bar in Jharkhand's Jamshedpur, died during treatment,

FDA crackdown on expired items an eyeopener

The FDA seized illegal food stock worth over Rs 52 lakh in raids at establishments in Bhiwandi in Thane district

Madison Square Garden: From Nazis to Knicks, and Now... Taylor's Wedding?

Swift herself has packed out the venue - often known simply as The Garden -- on several occasions, notably in 2011 during her Speak Now World Tou

LPG Gas Rate Today: Check domestic 14 KG cylinder price today in Delhi, Mumbai, Chandigarh, Hyderabad, Bengaluru and other cities

LPG Cylinder Price Today: Good news for consumers as state-run oil companies have revised LPG prices for July 2026. While domestic cylinder rates

FIFA World Cup 2026: Haaland's late strike lifts Norway past Ivory Coast into WC Round of 16

Norway secured a thrilling 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32, thanks to a late winner from Erling Haaland. Anto

VB-G RAM G Act to come into force on July 1; revised wage rates notified

A new rural employment guarantee scheme, the Viksit Bharat -- Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025, will commence on July

Tragic Loss: Four-Year-Old Boy Dies After Falling into Borewell in Haryana

Ambala, July 1: A four-year-old boy named Nirbhay has tragically been declared dead after falling into a borewell in the village of Dhanoura, Amb

Four Burnt Alive in Palnadu Road Mishap

Two drivers and two cleaners were charred to death.

CJP protest day 12: Sonam Wangchuk 'lost 2 kgs' as hunger strike enters Day 4

NMIMS launches initiative to embed AI skills in student curriculum

Kotak Mahindra Bank to acquire Deutsche Bank's retail, private banking and wealth business in India

The businesses to be acquired comprise approximately 29,000 crore in loans, 16,000 crore in deposits and 10,500 crore of assets under management

US VP JD Vance earns up to USD 5 million from Hillbilly Elegy

US Vice President JD Vance reported earning between USD 1 million and USD 5 million in royalties from Hillbilly Elegy, according to his latest fi

Worlds first all-electric hydrofoil pilot boat begins sea trials

Artemis Technologies has launched sea trials for the Artemis EF-12 Pilot, the world's first 100% electric hydrofoil pilot boat. Designed for zero

Video: Month Before Murder, Ketan Agarwal Seen Dancing With Fiancee Siya Goyal's Parents

Ketan Agarwal is seen happily dancing with his and his fiancee Siya Goyal's parents at a family function.

Pakistan Military Intercepts 4 Drones from Afghanistan: Statement

The Taliban government had vowed a response to deadly Pakistani airstrikes on eastern Afghanistan this week

Delhi: Tax waivers, subsidies and incentives announced to accelerate EV adoption

Delhi's EV Policy 2026 came into effect on July 1, offering tax waivers, subsidies of up to Rs 1 lakh, scrappage incentives and direct benefit tr

The fiscal tightrope for State governments

Most State government expenditure is on social sectors, such as health and education, and economic sectors, such as agriculture and irrigation. I

Haryana, Goa, Punjab ace rollout of new criminal laws

VB-GRAMJI Act Takes Effect: Rural Employment Guarantee Extended to 125 Days

New Delhi, July 1: A significant change has begun for rural India as the Developed India Guarantee for Employment and Livelihood Mission (Rural)

Guwahati Airport admin returns foreign currency worth over Rs 10 lakh to passeng

Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati returned an unattended bag containing foreign currency worth over Rs 10 lakh after

Afghan air force strikes ISIS targets inside Pakistan; warns 'we'll target every threat'

Afghanistan's air force launched precision strikes inside Pakistan's Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces targeting ISIS positions. This

Japanese PM Takaichi to visit New Delhi today for India-Japan Annual Summit

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will arrive in New Delhi on Wednesday for a three-day official visit from July 1 to 3 to participate in th

Gujarat: Suspected ganja weighing 467.5g seized from parcel sent from Thailand

Customs officers at Ahmedabad's Foreign Post Office seized a parcel from Thailand after discovering 467.5 grams of suspected ganja concealed insi

FIFA World Cup 2026 top scorers: Who is leading the Golden Boot race?

Kylian Mbapp has surged to the top of the 2026 FIFA World Cup scoring charts, netting twice against Sweden to reach six goals, level with Lionel

Several feared dead after bus catches fire following collision on Dausa's Jaipur-Bandikui expressway in Rajasthan, atleast 25 escape

A devastating bus fire on the Jaipur-Bandikui Expressway in Dausa has claimed multiple lives. The vehicle, en route from Rishikesh to Indore, col

Agoda rolls out suite of new features focused on real-time updates and smarter trip planning

Agoda rolls out suite of new features focused on real-time updates and smarter trip planning

Veteran Theatre Director Vijaya Mehta Passes Away at 91

Mehta was one of the founding members of Mumbai's Rangayan theatre group, alongside renowned playwright Vijay Tendulkar and veteran actors Arvind

Tragic Bus Fire on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway Claims Eight Lives

Dausa, July 1: A devastating accident on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Dausa district has resulted in the tragic deaths of at least eight indivi