Opposition meets EC, opposes Bihar poll roll revision

NEW DELHI: Leaders of several INDIA bloc parties met the Election Commission on Wednesday and flagged concerns over the Special Intensive Revisio

Sean 'Diddy' Combs verdict explained: What are the charges, why was he acquitted, and what next

Sean Diddy Combs, once at the top of the hip-hop world, has been convicted of transporting two women for prostitution but acquitted of sex traffi

On path to eradicate Naxalism by 2026, says Maharashtra Dy CM Eknath Shinde

Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde announced that Naxalism in Gadchiroli is nearing eradication, with a target set for complete el

Trump says deal for ceasefire in Gaza is closer after Israel agrees on terms

Neither side has accepted the proposal announced on Tuesday by Mr. Trump, who has admonished Hamas that if the militant group does not buy into t

MedIndia Hospitals organises free liver stiffness detection test

Ford, GM, Stellantis warn Carney as Trump tariffs crush Canada auto trade

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met with auto industry leaders. They discussed the impact of renewed US tariffs on Canadian vehicles. The mee

Bengaluru Infosys techie admits to spying on women in washroom, collected 50 videos for satisfaction

Swapnil Nagesh Mali, a senior associate at Infosys in Bengaluru, was caught secretly filming a female colleague inside the companys washroom. The

Deandre Ayton set to join Lakers after Trail Blazers buyout: Reports

Deandre Ayton, the former No. 1 overall pick, has signed with the Los Angeles Lakers after securing a buyout from the Portland Trail Blazers. The

Vasanth Maringanti: Subham brought us instant recognition, thanks to Samantha

Vasanth Maringanti talks about quitting a software job to take up screenwriting, and his new Telugu film Uppu Kapurambu, which will stream on Ama

What makes ChatGPT tick; Korean food with a desi twist

In 2022, ChatGPT altered the software world forever, powered by the creation of GPT-3. At the heart of this foundational leap was Arvind Neelakan

Three Indians abducted in Al-Qaeda-linked terror strikes in Mali; India asks West African nation to secure their safe release

A day after the Indians were abducted, New Delhi on Wednesday called upon the Mali government to take all necessary measures to secure their 'saf

Meet man who assisted his father at samosa stall, cracked IIT-JEE exam without coaching with AIR ..., currently working as...

He juggled his studies and helping at his father's samosa stall while attending Narayana Junior College in Hyderabad. He used online resources to

Amarnath Yatra begins as pilgrims set out from Baltal, Nunwan base camps

The yatra started early morning from the twin tracks the traditional 48-km Nunwan-Pahalgam route and the 14-km Baltal route

U.S. contractors say their colleagues are firing live ammo as Palestinians seek food in Gaza

They said their colleagues regularly lobbed stun grenades and pepper spray in the direction of the Palestinians

Trump to meet at White House with American hostage freed from Gaza

Edan Alexander is the last living American hostage in Gaza, who was released in May

This is the worlds best lager according to the International Beer and Cider Awards 2025

Clubhaus Lager from Von Ebert Brewing wins big at the 2025 International Beer and Cider Awards. The event in Idaho Falls saw many entries. Lagers

Good news for jobseekers, Maharashtra approves 17 Projects worth Rs 135000000000, set to generate 1 lakh employment opportunities, check details

In a major move to boost industrial growth and job creation in Maharashtra, a Cabinet sub-committee chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis o

The EV financing challenge haunting Indias green mobility transition

Indias transition to electric vehicles rides on the push from quick commerce and ecommerce platforms to use EVs in the last-mile delivery segment

Strong military aid options: Pentagon unveils bold Ukraine war plan to end conflict and deter Iran

Diego Luna double fires USA past Guatemala into Gold Cup final

Diego Luna's early brace propelled the US men's national team to a 2-1 victory over Guatemala in the CONCACAF Gold Cup semifinal. Luna capitalize

LIVE | India will take firm action against terrorists, their backers & enablers: S Jaishankar

Mumbai school teacher arrested for assaulting minor student for months

She allegedly committed the acts at various locations, including five-star hotels. She is also accused of putting the survivor on antidepressants

All Blacks ring major changes for first rugby Test against France

In a significant move, All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has named four uncapped players, Fabian Holland and Christian Lio-Willie in the starting

House Republicans say they expect to vote tonight on Trump's tax-cut bill

House Republicans faced challenges passing President Trump's tax-cut and spending bill due to hardliners' concerns about its cost. Speaker Johnso

Judge ends order blocking deportation of family of man charged in Boulder firebomb attack

Investigators say the accused planned the attack for a year and was driven by a desire to kill all Zionist people

With toys, training, and tech, WOL3D is making 3D printing accessible to everyone

From classroom projects to defence-grade prototypes, WOL3D is putting 3D printing in the hands of every Indian innovator.

PM Modi Conferred Ghanas National Honour

Accra, Jul 2: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Wednesday conferred with The Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana, the countrys national h

New Jersey plane crash: Skydiving aircraft skids off runway, crashes into trees, 15 hospitalised

A skydiving aircraft carrying 15 people crashed into the woods near Cross Keys Airport, New Jersey, on Wednesday evening. The Cessna 208B oversho

Ferry carrying 65 people sinks near Bali, Indonesia; rescuers searching for 43 missing

Two bodies have been recovered and 20 were rescued, many of them unconscious after drifting in choppy waters for hours, said Banyuwangi police ch

New York sued by National Retail Federation over surveillance pricing law

New Yorks Algorithmic Pricing Disclosure Act violates many members First Amendment free speech rights

J&Ks 1st female film director Pixie releases Bollywood film Pixie in Wonderland on OTT

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, July 2: In a landmark achievement for Jammu and Kashmir, Aprajita Pixie Mahajan the J&Ks first female film directo

Microsoft Cuts 9,000 Jobs In Second Mass Layoff

Microsoft declined to say how many people would be laid off but said that it will comprise less than 4% of the workforce it had a year ago

Breaking News Live Updates: PM Modi conferred Ghana's national honour

Tuya in Hyderabad reimagines the dosa, muntha masala, sarva pindi and more

Morning Digest: India, Ghana elevate ties to comprehensive partnership, says PM Modi; INDIA bloc leaders say Bihar electoral roll revision will affect 2 crore voters, and more

Here is a select list of stories to start the day

FDA issues highest-level recall for Alma Pak organic blueberries over Listeria contamination

The FDA has issued a Class I recall for Alma Pak International LLC's organic blueberries after Listeria monocytogenes was detected. This recall a

61 Missing After Boat Sinks Near Indonesia's Bali: Report

At least 61 people were missing after a ferry sank near the popular Indonesian island of Bali late Wednesday night, a local search and rescue age

J&K Wushu Medallists honoured after National Cship Glory

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, July 2: The medallists of the 34th Senior National Wushu Championship were felicitated by Bhavneet, General

Dalai Lama, China in succession storm

The Dalai Lama has declared that the Gaden Phodrang Trust will solely handle the selection of his successor, dismissing China's claim to authorit

Union Minister, CM jointly review Animal Husbandry & Fisheries Sectors in J&K

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, July 2: Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Rajiv Ranjan Singh and Chief Minister Omar A

BJP MLAs meet CM, seek deletion of Urdu for Naib Tehsildar posts

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, July 2: A high-level delegation of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), comprising 14 Members of the Legislative A

CCI delegation calls on LG, takes up various issues

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, July 2: A delegation of Chamber of Commerce & Industry (CCI), Jammu led by its president Arun Gupta today called o

Adopt zero tolerance approach towards illegal mining in J&K: DyCM to officers

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, July 2: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today reiterated the Governments firm commitment to complete

Uttarakhand Govt. to force closure of food shops on Kanwar Yatra routes that dont display identity

DEHRADUN, July 2 : Uttarakhand government has said that it will shut down and charge a penalty of upto Rs 2 lakh on shops that lie on the Kanwar

LG releases book titled Shiva Tatva Amarnath

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, July 2: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today released a book titled Shiva Tatva Amarnath, published by Shri Ka

Youth held for blackmailing woman with nude photos of her daughter

The accused threatened that he would make the photos viral on social media unless he was paid, say police

Sean Diddy Combs denied bail: Faces up to 20 years in prison

Sean 'Diddy' Combs will stay in jail. A judge said no to bail after his prostitution conviction. The trial in New York was high-profile. He was n

'I would run through a wall for Emil Bove': Pam Bondi blazes in Senate clash over DOJ whistleblower

India, Ghana Sign 4 Pacts To Deepen Ties

India and Ghana signed four Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) on Wednesday to strengthen bilateral cooperation in key areas such as culture, heal

Dr Andrabi inaugurates Bhandara for Amarnath pilgrims at Baltal

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, July 2: Chairperson of J&K Waqf Board and Minister of State, Dr Syed Darakhshan Andrabi visited Baltal Base Cam

Priya inaugurates Langar for Amarnath pilgrims

Excelsior Correspondent NAGROTA, July 2: Senior BJP leader, Priya Sethi here today inaugurated a Langar at Bharat Sevashram Sangha, Panjgrain in

International Day of Cooperatives celebrated

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, July 2: The Department of Cooperatives, J&K, in collaboration with JCC Bank today celebrated International Day of

Sadhotra seeks probe into delay, non-utilization of bunker const funds

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, July 2: Expressing serious concern over the delay and reported non-utilization of central funds sanctioned for bun

DB stays writ court order to repatriate 63-year-old woman deported to Pak

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, July 2: A Division Bench of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court comprising Chief Justice Arun Palli and Justice

Mission Shakti, CRC organize aids and assistive devices distribution camp for senior citizens

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, July 2: In an effort to uplift and support the elderly, Mission Shakti District Hub for Empowerment of Women (DHE

Noted socio-political activist Farooq Renzu joins Apni Party

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, July 2: In a significant development, renowned socio-political figure Khawaja Farooq Renzu Shah, who has served

5 springs sealed to prevent spread of gastroenteritis

Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, July 2: The local administration sealed five springs after gastroenteritis and diarrhea claimed two lives and re

Villager dies of electrocution, police lodges FIR

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, July 2: A villager died after coming in contact with a live electricity cable, to install an electricity transform

Yatra 2025 Amid Vigilance and Enthusiasm

As the first batch of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025 embarks on its spiritually uplifting journey from Bhagwati Nagar, Jammu, the atmosphere is char

Small skydiving aircraft goes off runway in New Jersey, sending at least 5 to hospital

The incident at the Cross Keys Airport involved a Cessna 208B carrying 15 people, according to a Federal Aviation Administration spokesperson. Th

SDM Paddar orders double shifts work

Bridge to Machail Excelsior Correspondent KISHTWAR, July 2: Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Paddar, Dr. Amit Kumar, conducted a site inspection o

Diddy Trial: A look at music mogul Sean Combs enormous business empire and wealth. Heres how he still earns

Sean Diddy Combs was acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering charges but convicted of prostitution-related offenses. His businesses have su

Jammu faces health crisis as BJP MLAs remain silent: Rajesh Gupta

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, July 2: Senior National Conference leader Rajesh Gupta today accused the Modi-led BJP Government of betraying the

Jaishankar holds talks with 3 top officials of Trump administration; focus on boosting ties in critical sectors

WASHINGTON, Jul 2 : Ways to deepen the India-US collaboration in key sectors such as trade, defence, energy, mobility and critical technologies f

Indigo launches direct flight service to Amsterdam from Mumbai

AMSTERDAM, Jul 2: Spreading its wings to Europe, Indian carrier IndiGo on Wednesday launched its flight services to Amsterdam from Mumbai, the ai

Gill ton, Jaiswals 87 take India to 310 for 5 on Day 1

Birmingham, July 2: Skipper Shubman Gill scored a classy century while Yashasvi Jaiswal missed out on a deserving ton as India battled hard to re

Quad launches critical minerals initiative to counter Chinas dominance

WASHINGTON, Jul 2: The Quad grouping has launched an ambitious initiative to ensure a stable supply of critical minerals under a broader goal to

Newly renovated Dev Sathan of Sukha Biradari inaugurated

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, July 2: The annual congregation of Sukha Biradari was held here today. During the congregation, members of the Suk

4 Govt officials, civilian killed in blast in Paks Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

PESHAWAR, Jul 2 : Four government officials, including an assistant commissioner, and a civilian were killed and 10 others injured in a bomb blas

PVR INOX plans to add 200 screens in 2 yrs: ED Sanjeev Kumar Bijli

NEW DELHI, Jul 2: Cinema exhibitor PVR INOX plans to add around 200 screens in two years at an investment of up to Rs 400 crore, its Executive Di

How will the big beautiful bill become a law: number of votes, approval in both chambers and the complete process

The US Senate passed President Donald Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' after a long debate. The bill needed a simple majority due to budget rules. Vi

Ambal shows the way

Union Minister virtually flags off cruise liner from Vizag to Chennai

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu extended best wishes and assured all support for the promotion of cruise tourism in the State.

The Bear Season 5: Is the show renewed? Heres renewal update, release window, cast members and filming details

FX has confirmed Season 5 of The Bear following the release of Season 4 on Hulu. The series, led by Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri and Ebon Moss

Trikuta Complex traders to observe summer holidays from July 4

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, July 2: All electronics and electrical items traders at Trikuta Complex have announced summer vacation from July 4

New CIA report criticises investigation into Russia's support for Trump in 2016

The memo was written on the orders of CIA Director John Ratcliffe, a Trump loyalist who spoke out against the Russia investigation as a member of

Will you charge John Kerry with murder?: Explosive clash on 'Climate homicide' at Senate hearing

Window pane of Goa-Pune SpiceJet flight comes off midair

Passengers on a SpiceJet flight from Goa to Pune experienced anxiety when a window panel dislodged mid-air. The airline clarified that the detach

The Rise of Green GDP: Recasting Economic Growth in a Rising Temperature World

Ada Aggarwal As the world grapples with challenges of climate change, environmental degradation, and increasing economic disparities, one questio

Turkey arrests 4 satirical magazine staff for inciting public hatred with cartoon

ISTANBUL, Jul 2: Turkish authorities on Wednesday arrested four staff members of a satirical magazine on charges of inciting public hatred and en

Ahead Trump Meeting, Israeli Ministers Urge Netanyahu To Annex West Bank

Cabinet ministers in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party called on Wednesday for Israel to annex the Israeli-occupied West Bank befor

4th of July - US Independence Day: Patriotic wishes, God Bless America messages, quotes, greetings, WhatsApp status

On the occasion of US Independence Day, people across the country share messages of unity, freedom and remembrance. Many post patriotic wishes to

3 Indians abducted in Mali; MEA calls it 'deplorable'; seeks urgent action

India has expressed grave concern over the abduction of three Indian nationals in Mali, who were employees of Diamond Cement Factory in Kayes. Th

India tour to Bangladesh could be rescheduled

However, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) media committee chairman Iftikhar Rahman told AFP that its Indian counterpart, the BCCI, has informed the

Man injured in Pak drone attack during Op Sindoor dies

BJP MPs walk out of Parliament panel meeting over Medha Patkar's proposed testimony

A parliamentary committee session on the land acquisition law was disrupted when BJP MPs objected to social activist Medha Patkar's scheduled tes

Principals of five colleges under Patna university picked by drawing lots

In a bizarre turn of events, five Patna University colleges received new principals via a lottery system. This unusual method, implemented to ens

Trust will pick successor, says Dalai Lama; China says its approval must

Ahead of his 90th birthday, the Dalai Lama declared that the institution of the Dalai Lama would persist, with the Gaden Phodrang Trust holding s

Pentagon drops bombshell: 'Iranian nuclear program degraded by up to two years after US strikes'

India beat Iraq 5-0, a step away from Women's Asian Cup qualification

India are currently atop Group B with nine points and a goal difference of +22.