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Why the definition of a successful startup has changed in VC

Between 2015 and 2021, India produced over 100 unicorns. Capital was abundant, and the prevailing logic of growing the user base and worrying abo

CREDs Kunal Shah to lead WhatsApp; Making travel gear work better for women

CRED, which is set to raise Rs 8,550 crore (approximately $900 million) in a Series H funding round led by Meta, will use the fresh capital to su

Starmer leaves No. 10 without ever managing to explain what he stood for

Keir Starmer's premiership ended abruptly, overshadowed by Donald Trump's pronouncements. Despite a significant election victory, Starmer struggl

Timothe Chalamet, Selena Gomez to Come Together for Alien-Themed Animation 'Not Alone'

For Selena Gomez, her upcoming credits include the Linda Ronstadt biopic, in which she will portray the Grammy-winning singer.

Ransom note about Nancy Guthries disappearance says she died, CNN reports

One of the notes allegedly revealed that Nancy Guthrie was dead and those who kidnapped her did not mean to kill her, but she died shortly after

Are your moral views just a lie? A psychology professor explains the science behind our changing values and beliefs

Our moral compasses aren't as rigid as we think, according to Audun Dahl's research. He argues that shifts in our ethical beliefs stem from encou

Heavy overnight rain, flooding disrupts life as power supply is hit in western parts of Hyderabad

Eight automatic weather stations recorded heavy rainfall, and 41 sensors logged moderate rainfall

'Starmer not Wintson Churchill: Trump attacks PM's stance on US war on Iran

'I will do what I have to do' if Iran does not stick to deal: Trump

President Trump warned Iran of unspecified actions if it fails to uphold its agreement with Washington, particularly regarding the use of unfroze

Mbappe Scores 2 Goals To Reach 16 in World Cup Career; Tying For 2nd Most

Mbapp scored in the 14th and 54th minutes to cap a momentous and soggy 100th international appearance for one of the best players in the world

Pentagon seeks $80 billion from Congress for Iran war

The Pentagon is seeking an additional $80 billion, primarily for the ongoing conflict with Iran, adding to President Trump's substantial defense

Trump Criticizes UK's Starmer After Resignation Announcement

Trump said Starmer was sort of a friend of mine but had not been supportive enough of the United States on NATO and the Iran war

At least 18 Dead in France, Including Two Kids in Hot Car, as Europe Bakes

An April report by the World Meteorological Organization found Europe is warming at more than double the global rate

Morning Digest: Centre amends rules for receiving foreign funds; U.S. temporarily suspends Iran oil sanctions, and more

Here is a select list of stories to start the day.

ICC Unveils Post-Pregnancy Return-to-Play Guidelines for Women Cricketers

With women's cricket becoming increasingly professional and career opportunities expanding, more players are choosing to start families during th

Meta buys into Kunal's Cred, names him Shah of WhatsApp

Mega Power Cut in Over 150 Areas of Udaipur Today 23 June

UDAIPUR, June 23, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran) :Power supply will remain disrupted in more than 150 localities across Udaipur on Monday due to maintenanc

Lucknow fire tragedy: Four arrested; accused owners of building

Four joint owners of a commercial building in Lucknow's Aliganj have been arrested following a devastating fire that claimed 15 lives. The buildi

Americas 'midlife crisis' may not be what we think: A study reveals deeper issues and links middle-aged struggles to these factors

Middle age in the US is increasingly marked by loneliness, stress, and declining well-being, unlike in many European nations where midlife health

Gunman kills Montreal officer at Hilton hotel before being shot dead: Police

A shocking incident unfolded in Montreal as a gunman opened fire at a hotel, tragically claiming the life of a police officer and a civilian. The

Morning Brief Podcast: Jios Historic IPO and Next Act

Trump signs orders calling for powerful quantum computer, targeting 2028

President Trump has launched a major initiative to accelerate the development of powerful quantum computers and bolster cybersecurity against fut

FY27 kicks off strong: Double-digit sales growth in apparel, ACs, premium goods

Discretionary spending is witnessing a notable resurgence, particularly in the apparel and white goods sectors, which have both seen impressive d

Trump Threatens Prison For Damage To Washington Reflecting Pool

The president has launched a series of projects around Washington to put his stamp on the city, the main one being his expensive plan to build a

Vance says talks with Iranian officials set good foundation for a deal to end the war

Vice President JD Vance says his lengthy talks with senior Iranian officials in Switzerland created a good foundation for a final deal to end the

Idiom of the Day: 'Like a phoenix rising from the ashes...'- Meaning, origin, and life lessons on failure and resilience

Life's setbacks, whether personal or professional, often feel like an end. However, the powerful idiom 'like a phoenix rising from the ashes' hig

FIFA World Cup Live: Lineups Out; Focus On Haaland As Norway Face Senegal

Norway vs Senegal LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 Match LIVE Updates: Norway will look to continue their perfect start to the FIFA World Cup 2026

Julian Alvarez Says 'Best For Everyone' If He Leaves Atletico Madrid

Atletico rejected an offer of 150 million euros ($173 million) from Real earlier this month, while Barcelona are hopeful of winning the race to s

FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Norway vs Senegal at New Jersey

Haaland, another high-scoring striker, had two goals in Norway's 4-1 victory over Iraq in their first game

France vs Iraq World Cup game second half in Philadelphia delayed due to thunderstorms: FIFA

There was no indication on when the match would restart

I Am Out: Tucker Carlson Says He Won't Support Republican Party

Tucker Carlson supported Trump in 2024. After the war began, he apologised for supporting the then-presidential candidate and misleading people,

Does planting more trees on farmland actually hurt bird populations? Here's what a new study reveals about hidden risks of tree planting

New research from Japan reveals that planting trees for conservation, while beneficial for some birds, can negatively impact species reliant on o

4 digital policing apps to expedite probe: Amit Shah

Gunman kills a Montreal officer at Hilton hotel before being shot dead, police say

Police say a suspect armed with a long gun opened fire at a Montreal hotel, killing a police officer before officers returned fire, killing him

Iran Rejects JD Vance's Claims Of Tehran Allowing Nuclear Inspectors

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson responded to Vance's remarks, stating that the interaction with the United Nations nuclear watchdog will be

PM Modi likely to visit Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand in July

Gaurav Vallabh Defends Shindes Shiv Sena as True Legacy of Balasaheb Thackeray

New Delhi, June 23: BJP national spokesperson Gaurav Vallabh responded to reports of MPs from the Uddhav Thackeray faction switching sides. He as

110 students fall ill after lunch at private Icndore school; expired food items found in kitchen

District administration conducted an inspection at the Jhalaria campus of Shishukunj International School on Bypass Road and sealed the kitchen

Kim Jong Un Says North Korea To Exercise Its Position As Nuclear State

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said exercising the country's position as a nuclear weapons state is the only way to cope with an unpredictable a

French Proverb of the Day: 'Dont aim for success if you want it; just do what you...'- A timeless lesson about passion, perseverance and purpose

A timeless French proverb advises against chasing success directly. Instead, it suggests focusing on doing what you love and believe in, assertin

Drug regulator flagged 159 samples substandard in May, 1 found spurious

FIFA WC 2026 LIVE: France vs Iraq Delayed Due To This Reason; Mbappe Scores

France vs Iraq LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 Match LIVE Updates: Kylian Mbappe scored a stunner and moved closer to Lionel Messi's sensational

AIMIM Corporator disqualified from his post in BMC

He lost the seat after his caste validity certificate was declared invalid by the District Caste Scrutiny Committee

Day after normalcy remark, Congress MP Tharoor says J&K tour not about assessing conditions

We discussed the situation in the State and the encouraging progress towards normalcy. When I arrived, he was chatting with the President of the

Delhi CM meets kin of Saidulajab, Hauz Rani victims, hands 10 lakh ex gratia

The CM said the government is taking concrete steps to prevent such tragedies, adding that those responsible for the two incidents wont be spared

Lucknow Fire: Building Got Demolition Order In 2016, Revoked Within 2 Months

Lucknow Fire: Most of the victims were trapped on the second floor of the building, located on Usha Mehta Marg in Aliganj in north Lucknow.

Man, two daughters injured after motorcycle falls off Geeta Colony flyover

Police are yet toascertainthe circumstances leading to the fall. However, sources claimed that the motorcycle was hit from behind

Arunachal rights panel seeks better infrastructure in Chakma-Hajong settlements

The Arunachal Pradesh State Human Rights Commission says roads and flood control measures are essential to ensure the migrant populations do not

'I will do what I have to do': Trump delivers blunt warning to Iran, 'if they don't stick to deal'

Punjab caps annual fee hike for private schools at 5%

The move is aimed to have an effective control over fee hikes, to provide protection to students and parents from arbitrary fee hikes

BJP president Nabin flays Punjab govt over law and order, drugs, gangsterism, youth migration

The BJP president was on a three-day visit to Punjab ahead of the 2027 Assembly polls

'Dirt Bags selling drugs to kids': Pirro exposes cocaine ring operating near elementary school

I Will Do What I Have To Do If Iran Does Not Stick To Deal, Warns Trump

Iran War: Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed an interim US-Iran deal last week, more than three months after the US and Israel

15 killed, all in their 20s, as blaze rips through gaming studio in Lucknow building

Four fertiliser ships exit Strait of Hormuz, head to India

Psychology says people who take short breaks for tea, coffee or chats aren't avoiding work: What this habit reveals?

Psychology says people who take short breaks for tea, coffee or chats aren't always avoiding work. Research in psychology suggests that planned s

Who is Messi's wife? A family photo sparks fan frenzy before crucial Argentina World Cup match- Here's how Lionel Messi responded

Lionel Messi shared a heartwarming moment with his wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, after she posted a family photo before an Argentina World Cup game. T

Who is Messi's wife? Her Antonela's family photo sparks fan frenzy before crucial Argentina World Cup match- Here's how Lionel Messi responded

Lionel Messi shared a heartwarming moment with his wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, after she posted a family photo before an Argentina World Cup game. T

36-Year-Old Man Charged In Scotland With Anti-Muslim Attacks In Court

A 36-year-old Scottish man appeared in court Tuesday charged with five counts of attempted murder with a racist and terror motive after an attack

NEET-UG 2026 war room: Centre that kept an eye on retest across 5,440 centres

Japanese proverb of the day: 'If you have no failure in life, you will...' - this Japanese saying reveals why failure might be the key to success and inspirational life lessons on personal growth and importance of learning from mistakes

Japanese proverb of the day: A Japanese saying suggests that a life devoid of failure ultimately leads to failure. This wisdom highlights that se

Elderly Woman Donates Life Savings to Soldiers in Karnataka

Bengaluru, June 23: An elderly woman from Davanagere, Karnataka, has donated her entire life savings to support the families of soldiers who have

FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: France vs Iraq at Philadelphia Stadium

France opened with a 3-1 victory against Senegal with Mbapp scoring twice in the match

Trump LIVE | POTUS signs two executive orders on quantum computing and cryptography

Best proverb of the day: 'A false friend is like a...' Life lessons from African proverb on fair-weather friends, true character, resilience, discernment and loyalty

Best proverb of the day reminds us that not every person who stands beside us during success will remain during difficult times. The African prov

AP: Man Dies in Car Accident on KadapaKurnool NH

Police said Subbarayudu was returning home after work and was crossing the highway when a car travelling from Kurnool towards Kadapa struck him

FIFA World Cup 2026 | France vs Iraq LIVE updates: Group I match gets underway

Having won their first match, France will be facing Iraq in their second World Cup match on June 22, 2026

No Use of YSRC Kapu Meeting: Nanaji

Nanaji alleged that leaders participating in the meeting had failed to outline their demands to the present government or explain what they would

Life lesson of the day by the Victorian-era English novelist George Eliot: 'It is never too late to be what you might have been...'- 'Middlemarch' author's timeless life lesson on why its never too late to become who you were meant to be

Life lesson of the day: George Eliot's enduring wisdom, It is never too late to be what you might have been, resonates powerfully. Her own life,

Hyderabad: Jewellery Trader, Family Booked For 20.59 Crore Fraud

According to the FIR, the Hyderabad-based complainants said they had been supplying ornaments to the accused, who operated establishments in Soma

The challenge of Indias digital sovereignty

Digital sovereignty is essential for Indias technological security and strategic autonomy

Narayana School Seized At Bhimavaram

According to West Godavari district educational officer E. Narayana, the institution had commenced classes without securing approval for the scho

Delhi Police Files FIR After Social Media Influencer Alleges Rape

Based on the woman's complaint, an FIR was registered at Burari Police Station on June 10, and an investigation is underway, a senior police offi

New Officer To Probe Gayatris Death in Mussoorie

Radha Gayatri, who worked in Gurugram, was found dead at a homestay on the Mussoorie-Dhanaulti Road on June 15 while vacationing with her husband

India leads world in ship recycling, captures 35.4% global share

The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways said that according to the latest report by the UNCTAD, India increased its share of global ship re

Telugu Actors Rajendra Prasad, Murali Mohan To Receive Padma Shri on Tuesday

Ahead of the ceremony, education minister Nara Lokesh met the two actors in New Delhi and felicitated them. He presented mementoes and congratula

HC: Personal Liberty Under Article 21 Not Absolute, Cant Outweigh Public Safety

Tragic Drowning Incident Claims Life of 4-Year-Old Girl in Kupwara

Srinagar, June 23: A tragic incident occurred in Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir, where a 4-year-old girl drowned in a water tank on Monday

Telangana: Minister Sridhar Babu Seeks Centres Support For Industrial Push

Sridhar Babu submitted a memorandum seeking central approval and funding for projects to strengthen manufacturing, defence, logistics and export

Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for Monday, June 23, 2026

Fajar: 4: 33 am, Zohar: 12: 28 pm

The world that China desires and is shaping

Chinas recent white paper outlines a transformation of the norms beneath the international order

Lionel Messi at FIFA World Cups: A visual story of his goals

Argentinas captain and star forward Lionel Messi became the man with the most goals scored during FIFA World Cups on June 22, 2026, when he score

Anakapalli Fisheries Department Probes Mass Fish Mortality in Boyapadu

Acting on reports of fish deaths, fisheries officials conducted a field inspection under the guidance of the State Institute of Fisheries Technol

BJPs Radha Mohan Das Agrawal Addresses Cross-Voting Concerns in Karnataka

New Delhi, June 23: In light of recent cross-voting incidents in Karnataka, the BJP has convened a crucial meeting with state leaders and organiz

Tamil Nadu Government Plans SOP to Expedite Sexual Assault Cases, High Court Seeks Status Report

Chennai, June 23: The Madras High Court was informed on Monday that the Tamil Nadu government is developing a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)

Kejriwal to visit Ram Mandir, flays BJP over donation theft

FIFA World Cup 2026: Messis record brace against Austria sends Argentina into knockouts

The talisman goes past Klose for the most number of goals in the showpiece after missing an early penalty; his brace consigns Austria to a 0-2 de

Hyderabad: History-Sheeter Held For Alleged Extortion of Builders

According to the police, the accused had allegedly been pressuring the builder for several months to pay 50 lakh, threatening that a serious crim

HC junks BSES pleas against Delhi governments proposed CAG audit

Quote of the Day by Emma Watson: I don't want other people to decide what Inspiring lessons on self-identity, empowerment, individuality, confidence and why you should be the author of your own story by the actress and activist known for her advocacy for gender equality and self-awareness

Quote of the Day by Emma Watson: Emma Watsons quote, I don't want other people to decide what I am. I want to decide that for myself, highlights