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Rupee Slips 6 Paise to 96.31 Against US Dollar Amid West Asia Tensions

Stronger dollar, FII outflows and volatile crude oil prices pressure the rupee despite positive domestic equity markets.

Trump Praises New Iraqi PM al-Zaidi During White House Visit

Ali al-Zaidi emerged as a consensus candidate in Iraq after months of deadlock over the premiership following last years parliamentary elections

ED attaches Rs.158.37-crore assets in Rockland Hospitals Limited case

Women's quota, delimitation bills will be passed in Monsoon Session: Union Minister Ramdas Athawale

Union Minister Ramdas Athawale anticipates the Women's Reservation and Delimitation Bills passing soon. He stated the NDA now holds a clear major

One dead, 3 presumed dead from capsized boat in San Francisco Bay

The U.S. Coast Guard ended its search for missing individuals after a boat capsized. One person was confirmed dead, and three others are presumed

Rise above political divide and work in public interest, V-P tells legislators

Brotherhood Continues: Sivakarthikeyan Calls on CM Vijay

He further added that he brotherhood and the bond continues.

Certain elements in Israeli govt want the war to continue indefinitely: US VP JD Vance

US Vice President JD Vance accused Israeli government elements of influencing American public opinion. He stated these elements sought to prolong

Messi not done yet after inspiring Argentina to FIFA World Cup 2026 final

Lionel Messi inspired Argentina in the World Cup semi-final victory against England. He provided two crucial assists in the match, securing a 2-1

The Odyssey Movie: Meaning, story, runtime and star-studded cast of Christopher Nolans epic adaptation

Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' movie is set for a July 17 release. The film adapts Homer's ancient Greek epic about Odysseus's journey home. F

Acharya Prashant Urges Sonam Wangchuk to End Hunger Strike, Calls for Government Dialogue

Goa, July 16: Philosopher and author Acharya Prashant addressed the ongoing protests following the NEET UG paper leak and the tragic suicides of

MRPL Shares Jump 11% After Strong Q1; Weekly Rally Offset Monthly Losses

MRPL shares climbed over 11% after the company reported an eightfold sequential rise in June quarter profit, driven by a one-time exceptional gai

Italian Prime Minister Meloni Welcomes Court Ruling in Honor Killing Case of Pakistani-Origin Girl

Rome, July 16: Italy has no place for those who seek to deny a womans freedom, dignity, and existence under the guise of cultural or religious re

Manipur: Seven arrested in hill and valley districts for possessing illegal firearms

Security forces apprehended seven individuals for possessing illegal firearms across Manipur's districts. Four were arrested in Ukhrul district f

Post Malone Set to Headline FIFA World Cup 2026 Closing Ceremony

As announced by FIFA, the closing ceremony will begin 90 minutes before the game, fusing world-class entertainment and football together.

Trump Unveils Plan to Revitalize U.S. Shipbuilding Industry

Washington, July 16: U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a significant plan to revive the American shipbuilding industry. He stated that hi

Trump Unveils Major Plan to Revitalize American Shipbuilding for National Security

Washington, July 16: President Donald Trump has announced a significant initiative to revive American shipbuilding. He stated that his administra

Iran overplaying its hand on Hormuz? A new game has just begun in West Asia oil scene

As nations surrounding Iran pour billions into new pipeline networks, the significance of the Strait of Hormuz as an oil transit route is rapidly

Israel's latest strikes kill a dozen people in Gaza, including police officers

Israeli airstrikes killed at least a dozen people in Gaza over two days. Three family members died in central Gaza while others perished in north

Fujairah bunker fuel sales halve as US-Iran war disrupts supplies

Fujairah bunker fuel sales dropped significantly in early 2026. This decline occurred after the U.S.-Iran war impacted supplies near the Strait o

Weather Alert: Delhi-NCR Faces Heat and Humidity with Rain Expected Soon

Noida, July 16: The weather in Delhi and the entire National Capital Region (NCR) continues to be a source of discomfort for residents. Despite t

'Don't ask me to end fast, join July 20 march instead': Sonam Wangchuk amid hunger strike

Activist Sonam Wangchuk continues his hunger strike, refusing to break it without government response. He urges supporters to join a Parliament m

Little known to outside world, Ladakhs apricot hits global market with 5 metric tonnes shipped to UAE

Women's quota, Delimitation Bills will be passed in Monsoon Session: Athawale

We have a two-thirds majority. Women's Reservation Bill and Delimitation Bill will be passed, says Union Minister Ramdas Athawale

Donald Trump expected to make election conspiracies a focus of Thursday's national address

President Donald Trump will address the nation on Thursday evening. His speech will focus on elections and voting machine integrity. This address

Latur coaching owner paid 5 lakh to procure NEET questions from NTA paper-setter, says CBI

The CBI has found that 111 of these questions allegedly match with the questions in the NTAs master question sets prepared for NEET (UG) 2026

Tragic Accident in Mirzapur: Uncontrolled Truck Crashes into Home, Killing Three Family Members

Mirzapur, July 16: A tragic incident occurred in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh, when an uncontrolled truck crashed into a home, crushing five people wh

Argentinas Coach Scaloni Praises Team After World Cup Final Qualification

Atlanta, July 16: Argentinas coach Lionel Scaloni has showered praise on his team following their qualification for the FIFA World Cup 2026 final

More than trade & tariffs: The bigger story behind the India-EU FTA

Did Nani Pass on Akhil's Blockbuster Lenin?

The role eventually landed with Akhil Akkineni, who underwent a remarkable physical transformation to suit the larger-than-life action-oriented c

Gujarat announces rehabilitation package for Surat flood-affected traders

The package provides lump-sum financial assistance to street vendors, handcart operators and owners of small and large cabins to help resume busi

Community inclusion key focus at BRICS technical experts' climate-smart urban resilience meet: NDMA

BRICS nations' technical experts discussed community inclusion in climate-smart urban infrastructure planning. They focused on making cities more

JD Vance says Trump administration 'screwed up' Epstein files communication

Speaking during a lengthy podcast interview with Joe Rogan that was released on Wednesday, Vance said the administration failed to effectively co

Iran summons British envoy over IRGC designation

Iran summoned Britain's ambassador after London designated the IRGC as a security threat. This move followed Britain's summoning of Iran's Charge

Millions Gather in Puri for the Grand Rath Yatra Amidst Blessings and Rain

Puri, July 16: A wave of excitement enveloped Puri, Odisha, as millions of devotees gathered for the world-renowned Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath.

Messi Ends Silence On FIFA Bias Allegations, Gives Fitting Reply To Critics

Lionel Messi has hit back at critics alleging FIFA favouritism toward Argentina, asserting that Argentina's success is down to their own credenti

Indian Stock Market Opens Higher Amid Mixed Global Signals

Mumbai, July 16: The Indian stock market opened with a slight gain on Thursday, buoyed by mixed global signals. The Sensex rose by 186 points, or

Leaders Extend Greetings for the Jagannath Rath Yatra Festival

New Delhi, July 16: On the auspicious occasion of the Jagannath Rath Yatra, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and several leaders have extended their gr

What is Greater Tunb Island, the strategic point in the Strait of Hormuz targeted by U.S. airstrikes?

Greater Tunb is a small island in the Persian Gulf near the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz and is regarded as a strategically important locatio

NSE, Augmont Promote EGRs to Unlock Idle Gold

EGRs are among the world's first exchange-traded, physically backed gold instruments to integrate refining, vaulting, trading, lending, and physi

How challenging Delhis ambitious EV transition will be?

Delhis target to allow registration of only EV three-wheelers from 2027 seems achievable, but its road to achieve the same for two-wheelers from

Is the global smartphone industry going through a structural downturn? | Explained

This contraction has dragged the market down to its lowest second-quarter volumes since 2013, effectively wiping out over a decade of transaction

On the Grand Road of Puri

TheJagannathatemple in the city in Odisha is an impressive place of worship, and the grand festival of the deity is incomparable

Chennai Extends Property Tax Deadline as 725,000 Owners Remain Unpaid

Chennai, July 16: The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has extended the deadline for property owners to pay their taxes until July 31. This deci

Report questions Trumps outreach to Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir

A Washington-based national security analyst has criticised US President Donald Trumps engagement with Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir, calling it

Blackstone hires Ami Momaya to lead India infrastructure investments

Blackstone has appointed Ami Momaya as managing director and head of infrastructure for India. This marks the firm's initial hire for its Asia Pa

GTPL Hathway Q1 FY27: Total Revenue crossed 1K Crore & EBITDA jumps 20% Q-o-Q

GTPL Hathway Q1 FY27: Total Revenue crossed 1K Crore & EBITDA jumps 20% Q-o-Q

U.S. approves nearly $2 billion in weapons sales to Saudi Arabia

This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by improving the security of a Major non

US Mint unveils $1 Trump coin for 250th Independence anniversary

The US Mint will strike a new $1 coin featuring President Donald Trump to mark 250 years of American independence. Announced by Treasury Secretar

Human Rights Disaster: Detainees At ICE's Texas Facility Allege Abuse

90% of detainees interviewed at ICE's Fort Bliss facility said they had either personally been assaulted by the staff or had seen others physical

Bangladesh diplomat named head of UN mission in Afghanistan

Rabab Fatima from Bangladesh is the new head of UNAMA. She brings over thirty years of extensive diplomatic experience to this role. Fatima previ

Indias next big reform is where we live

Indias urban centers hold the key to its economic progress, demanding smart planning and investment to thrive. Three pivotal reforms targeting r

Devoleena Bhattacharjee Criticizes Kunal Kamra for Joining Sonam Wangchuks Protest

Mumbai, July 16: Actress Devoleena Bhattacharjee has sharply criticized comedian Kunal Kamra for participating in social activist Sonam Wangchuks

Heatwave Alert Issued for 19 Districts in Tamil Nadu, Chennai Faces Humidity Challenges

Chennai, July 16: A severe heatwave continues to grip Tamil Nadu. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an alert on Thursday for 19 di

PM Modi's Rs 25,000 Crore Bet: Ganga, Varuna Corridors To Transform Kashi

The projects come at a time when Varanasi is witnessing a surge in visitors. The city attracts nearly 15 crore tourists and pilgrims every year.

Indian national stabbed in U.S. over his religion: reports

Syed Sohailuddin, a worker in the Valley City Mall in West Valley City, Utah, was allegedly stabbed by Peter Michael Larsen, who asked the victim

Ukraine claims strike on 20 Russian vessels in Black Sea

Meanwhile, Russia attacked port infrastructure in Ukraines southern Odesa and Mykolaiv regions, local officials said on Wednesday

Israel and Lebanon Move Closer to Pilot Project After Sixth Round of Talks in Rome

Rome, July 16: A new round of discussions between Israel and Lebanon has concluded in Rome. Both parties are nearing the initiation of a pilot pr

Tamil Nadus TVK Government Set to Approve First Full Budget Today

Chennai, July 16: The Tamil Nadu government led by the TVK party is poised to approve its first full budget today. Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay

Messi rewrites FIFA World Cup history even without scoring a goal in semi-final against England

Lionel Messi produced another masterclass as Argentina fought back from a goal down to beat England 2-1 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final. Me

Mid-Day Opinion: Ever thought about lensman Eagar?

While Sourav Ganguly, Kevin Pietersen, and Anjum Chopra get inducted into the Hall of Fame, the International Cricket Council must look beyond cr

Israel and Lebanon Progress in Sixth Round of Talks in Rome, Near Pilot Zone Implementation

Rome, July 16: A new round of discussions between Israel and Lebanon has concluded in Rome. Both parties are nearing the implementation of a pilo

ISRO resignations: Govt tightens exit rules for Gaganyaan and other critical projects after 100+ reported departures

The Department of Space has tightened rules for scientists leaving ISRO. This action follows a significant number of scientists resigning from ke

At Chennais DUCA cafe, global flavors spark a journey of culinary discovery

Harry Kane Reflects on Englands Heartbreaking World Cup Exit Against Argentina

Atlanta, July 16: Englands dream of reaching the FIFA World Cup 2026 final has come to an end. The team faced a 1-2 defeat against Argentina in t

Lakhs of Devotees Gather in Puri as Jagannath Rath Yatra Begins

The Rath Yatra marks the annual journey of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra from Srimandir to the Srigundicha Temple

India's direct tax body notifies Cost Inflation Index for this fiscal year

India's Central Board of Direct Taxes has set the Cost Inflation Index at 384 for the financial year 2026-27. This index is pivotal in gauging th

Jailer 2 Makers Seek 55 Crore for Telugu Rights?

Apart from Rajinikanth, the film also stars Ramya Krishnan, Mirnaa, and Vasanth Ravi in key roles.

Police summon ex-officials in probe into missing inquiry reports from Odisha CMO

The two former officers have been asked to appear before the investigating officer of the Capital Police Station in Bhubaneswar at 11 a.m. on Jul

India asks shipowners to avoid deploying seafarers through Strait of Hormuz after attacks

India's maritime authority has advised against deploying seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz. This directive follows recent attacks on merchant ves

US Ropes In Ex-RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan, 2 Other Indians For Key Fed Roles

Rajan will serve on the balance sheet policy task force to examine the costs, benefits, and institutional implications of the Federal Reserve's c

US unveils new 25% tariff on certain imports from Brazil

The United States announced a new 25 percent tariff on various Brazilian imports. This measure is set to take effect on July 22, impacting trade

What does 'Las Malvinas Son Argentinas' mean? All about the Falkland row that followed Messi's Argentina into the World Cup final

Las Malvinas Argentina Meaning: Argentina's football players displayed a banner referencing the Falkland Islands after their World Cup win. This

Pune Cops Visit Rajasthan Temple to Verify Siya-Chetan Secret Marriage Claim

Pune Police visited Khatu Shyam Temple to verify reports of a secret marriage between Ketan Agarwal murder accused Siya Goyal and Chetan Chowdhur

Young Man Rescued After Falling into Gorge Near Gaurikund, Uttarakhand

Rudraprayag, July 16: A young man was rescued late last night after falling into a deep gorge near Gaurikund in Uttarakhands Rudraprayag district

CM Revanth Greets Greater Hyderabad People on Bonalu Festival

The Chief Minister said the Bonalu festival, which reflects the state's culture and traditions, is a symbol of the lifestyle and social unity of

RGV Goes Off on Censorship, Says It Is Killing Indian Cinema

The filmmaker also questioned why adults who are trusted to vote and make important life decisions are not trusted to choose the films they want

US steps up strikes on Iran; Hormuz tensions deepen

The US reimposed a naval blockade on Iran and launched a fresh wave of airstrikes after attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran threatened

Uttar Pradesh: 38 buildings at Azam Khan's Jauhar University to be demolished

Rampur Development Authority ordered the removal of 38 unauthorized university buildings. The trust running the university failed to provide nece

Amid Ram Temple Theft Row, Mansa Devi Priests Get Pocketless Clothes

Mansa Devi Temple Trust Chairman Ravindra Puri welcomed the new dress code, stating that all priests and staff members have since adhered to the

Titan could become a future base for deep space exploration

Saturn's largest moon, Titan, is emerging as a prime target for future deep space exploration due to its dense atmosphere, methane-based weather

Major Police Action in Bihar: Key Suspect Injured in Encounter

Patna, July 16: In a significant development in the Bunty Yadav murder case, Patna police have taken decisive action. The main suspect, Ravish Ku

West Asia war LIVE: U.S. airstrikes hit northern Iran as it disables ship trying to run blockade

Iran Army says targeted U.S. military facilities in Jordan: state media

US says it will not block Maria Corina Machado's return to Venezuela

The United States will not prevent Maria Corina Machado from returning to Venezuela. A US diplomat stated that conditions must be right for her s

New wearable patch helps users enter REM sleep faster

Researchers have developed a soft wearable patch called NEUSLeeP that combines gentle ultrasound and electrodes to improve REM sleep without medi

FIFA World Cup: Argentine players brandish political Falklands flag after England match

FIFA's Stadium Code of Conduct bans anners, flags, flyers, apparel and other paraphernalia that are of a political, offensive, and/or discrimina

Trump announces plan to revive US shipbuilding and expand Navy

US President Donald Trump announced a plan to revive the country's shipbuilding industry by expanding naval production, rebuilding shipyards and

Doctor Found Dead in Karnataka Apartment; Son Injured in Attack

Dharwad, July 16: A tragic incident has occurred in Dharwad, Karnataka, where 45-year-old anesthesiologist Dr. Kiran Honnanavar was found dead in

US Mint produces a $1 coin bearing Trump's face to help celebrate America's 250th birthday

The U.S. Mint is producing a new $1 coin featuring Donald Trump's likeness. This commemorative coin will be released in the fall to mark America'

Stock Market LIVE Updates, Sensex Today: Markets Likely To Open Flat As US Launches Fresh Strikes

Stock Market, Sensex, Share Market, Nifty LIVE Updates: Crude oil prices rise for 4th session amid escalating US-Iran war; Brent crude at $85.28.