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What Is Kartavya Bhawan Area? Manohar Lal Announces New Name for Central Vista

Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal announced at the CPWD foundation day that the Central Vista redevelopment zone in New Delhi will now be officially known as the "Kartavya Bhawan Complex" or "Kartavya Bhawan Area."

SBI Sells 1.42% Stake in SBI Funds Management for ₹1,655 Crore in Pre-IPO Deal

Bank of India signed pre-IPO share purchase agreements on July 9, 2026 to sell a 1.42% stake in SBI Funds Management India's largest AMC to 30 investors for ₹1,655 crore at ₹574 per share.

IDFC FIRST Bank Goes Live on EPFO Platform, Enables Online PF Payments for Employers

Bank went live on the EPFO platform on July 6, 2026, becoming an authorised bank for provident fund payments under the Ministry of Labour and Employment. Employers can now initiate PF payments directly through the EPFO portal.

Anyone Can Use Your Public Instagram Photos With Meta's New AI—Here's How to Stop It

Meta launched Muse Image on July 7, 2026 its first in-house AI image generation model, built by Meta Superintelligence Labs. It is free and live on Meta AI, Instagram Stories and WhatsApp.

Morgan Stanley Predicts Sensex at 89,000 by June 2027; IT Sector Could Be the Big Surprise

Morgan Stanley has set a base-case Sensex target of 89,000 by June 2027 implying 15% upside with a 50% probability. Its bull case places the index at 1,00,000, while the bear case puts it at 66,000.

Aspen Acres Fire Explodes Past 81,850 Acres, Forces Thousands to Evacuate in Colorado

The Aspen Acres Fire in Pueblo and Custer counties, Colorado, has grown to over 81,850 acres with zero percent containment as of July 4, 2026. Now the eighth-largest wildfire in Colorado history.

Yogesh Singh Re-Appointed as Delhi University Vice Chancellor - First in University's History to Get a Second Consecutive Term

The President of India has reappointed Prof Yogesh Singh as Vice Chancellor of Delhi University for a second consecutive five-year term, effective October 8, 2026. Singh becomes only the second VC in DU's history to receive a straight 2nd term.

Delhi-Dehradun Expressway Cave-In Sparks Row: NHAI Blames Blocked Drainage

A road surface cave-in on the Delhi–Dehradun Economic Corridor at Km 55+480 was spotted on July 1, 2026. Just two and a half months after PM Modi inaugurated the ₹12,000-crore expressway. NHAI blamed locals for blocking a key drainage culvert.

Ram Temple Donation Probe: Six of Eight Arrested Linked to Varanasi Security Agency

Six of the eight men arrested over alleged irregularities in Ram Temple donation collections were employed by Varanasi-based Sainik Security Services, hired by SBI's Naya Ghat branch in Ayodhya for cash counting.

Commercial LPG Cylinder Gets Cheaper: Prices Slashed by Rs 183 in Major Relief

The 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder now costs Rs 2,930 in Delhi after a Rs 183.50 cut. Domestic LPG cylinder prices remain unchanged.

Fire Breaks Out at Delhi’s Iconic Parikrama Restaurant, No Injuries Reported

The blaze was confined to the kitchen chimney of the revolving restaurant on KG Marg. Seven fire vehicles, including a Bronto Sky Lift, were deployed, and no injuries were reported.

Meta’s Paid Social Era Begins: Instagram, WhatsApp and Facebook Get Plus Plans

Meta officially launched paid subscription plans for Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook on May 27, 2026. Instagram Plus and Facebook Plus are priced at $3.99/month, while WhatsApp Plus costs $2.99/month.

Iran’s Hormuz Message Was Not Fired at One Ship. It Was Fired at the World’s Oil Route

Tehran's drone attack on a commercial vessel has rattled fragile US-Iran peace talks — and reminded the world who controls the most critical oil chokepoint on Earth.

Government Restores Commercial LPG Supply to Pre-Crisis Levels - Relief for Industries and Businesses

The West Asia crisis forced India to ration commercial LPG. Now, with supplies stabilising, the government has lifted all sectoral restrictions and restored full non-domestic LPG access.

Bharat Gets Its First Private Gold Mine, But Will Swarnagiri Really Cut Gold Imports?

India's first private gold mine opens in Andhra Pradesh. The ₹405-crore Swarnagiri project targets 2 tonnes of gold yearly, 700 jobs, and millions in state royalties. A new golden era begins.

Venezuela Earthquake: Twin Tremors Kill 32, Flatten Buildings, Shut Airport as Nation Declares Emergency

The Venezuela earthquake a deadly twin strike of 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude killed 32 and injured 700 on June 24. Buildings collapsed in Caracas, the airport shut, and a national emergency was declared. Rescue ops continue.

Smarter Cars: Two Upgrades Redefining Safety and Sound

Upgrade your drive with two essential automotive additions — the Uno Minda 3-Way DVR Dash Cam for complete 4K road coverage and the BEATS Series component speaker for rich, accurate in-car sound.

Union Minister Steps Down After BJP Denies Rajya Sabha Re-Nomination

Union Minister George Kurian resigned after BJP denied him Rajya Sabha re-nomination. President Murmu accepted his resignation with immediate effect on June 23, 2026.

iPhone 18 Prices May Rise as Trump Confirms Apple-Intel Chip Deal in US

Apple warns an iPhone price increase is unavoidable as AI-driven chip costs surge, while Trump's new Apple-Intel manufacturing deal signals a major shift in US semiconductor production and Apple's supply chain strategy.

From 'She Begged Me' to 'Focus On Yours' - Story of a Diplomatic Firestorm That Shook the G7

Trump claimed Meloni begged for a G7 photo. She called it fabricated. Italy cancelled a US diplomatic trip. Then both leaders went to war on social media. Here is the full story of how it all unfolded.

Sajjad Nomani Says Hindus Are No Longer the Majority - Sparks Massive Row

AIMPLB spokesperson Sajjad Nomani sparks outrage after claiming Hindus are not a majority in India. BJP slams the remark as a 'Jihadi mindset,' reigniting old political controversies.

Self-Staged Kidnapping Unravels On Camera: How a Debt-Ridden Surat Man's "Abduction" Backfired

A Surat man allegedly staged his own kidnapping, demanding a Rs 50 lakh ransom from his family. A video on his phone showing him tying and gagging himself exposed the hoax, leading police to his hotel.

India-UK FTA to kick in on 15 July. What gets cheaper & how Indian exporters stand to benefit

The India-UK FTA kicks in on 15 July 2026, eliminating tariffs on nearly 99% of trade lines. Here's a full breakdown of what gets cheaper, how exporters gain, and the latest updates on this landmark deal.

Why Giorgia Meloni’s G7 Photo With Trump And Merz Is Going Viral?

A single photograph and one witty remark turned Italy's PM Giorgia Meloni into the most talked-about face of the G7 Summit 2026. Here's what she said to the media — and why it's going viral.

Lights, Camera, Grok: xAI Upgrades Its AI Video Game

xAI's Grok Imagine Video 1.5 brings native synced audio, improved motion physics, and nearly 2x faster generation, intensifying the AI video race against Sora and Veo.

Four Jawans Injured After Accidental Blast Near LoC in J&K’s Nowshera

Four Army personnel, including a junior commissioned officer, were injured in an explosion near the Line of Control in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday

India's Temporary Telegram Ban: The NEET-UG Paper Leak Saga, Explained

India has blocked Telegram nationwide in a time-bound order tied to the high-stakes NEET-UG 2026 medical entrance re-examination, triggering a public spat between the government and Telegram.

Noida International Airport Begins Commercial Flights as Jewar Farmers Take Inaugural Trip to Lucknow

Noida International Airport (NIA) began commercial flights on 15 June 2026, with 170 Jewar farmers who gave up their land taking the inaugural IndiGo flight to Lucknow to meet CM Yogi Adityanath.

A US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base - California

A US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California on Monday, June 15, 2026, killing all eight people on board.

ANNAM.AI and Syngenta Sign MoU at Bharat Innovates 2026 to Boost AI-Driven Farming

The collaboration brings together agronomic expertise and AI innovation for building accurate crop health, pest forecasting and heat-stress intelligence for farmers in India.

Renu Bhatia Resigns as Haryana Women's Commission Chairperson Amid Nurses' Controversy!

A hospital visit turned into a huge controversy. Ended with the top women's rights official in Haryana stepping down.

TMC in Free Fall: Prakash Baraik Becomes Third Rajya Sabha MP to Resign in a Week!

TMC's Rajya Sabha MP Prakash Chik Baraik has resigned from the Upper House — the third TMC parliamentarian to quit within a week.

Gurugram Viral Controversy: Rs 370 Biryani Remark at Stand-Up Show Costs Man His Job

A 23-year-old web developer from Gurugram, Himanshu Jangra, has lost his job after a clip from comedian Pranit More's crowd-work show went viral on social media.

India Gets E85 Fuel, But Not Every Vehicle Can Use It

E85 is cheaper than petrol and cleaner to burn, but it is only for flex-fuel vehicles. Here’s what car and bike owners need to know before filling up.

Jagriti Shukla Case You Didn't Know About; Why Prayagraj’s Lawyers and Doctors Are at Odds?

Advocate Jagriti Shukla passed away on June 8, 2026. She had been fighting for her life for nearly three weeks.

US Federal Court Rules Proposed USD 100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Unlawful

US federal judge has struck down Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee. The ruling came on Monday. Judge Leo T. Sorokin of Massachusetts declared the fee an unlawful tax.

Khan Sir Faces ₹2 Crore Defamation Suit - Here Is Everything You Need to Know

Senior journalist Anjana Om Kashyap and TV Today Network have filed a defamation case against online educators Khan Sir and Abhinay Sharma. This comes while Khan Sir is already fighting an FIR in Patna.

Philippines Earthquake: 7.8 magnitude hits Mindanao — 15 Dead, Over 120 Injured

A powerful earthquake, the strongest to hit the Philippines since 1990 struck off the southern coast of Mindanao island on June 8, 2026 at 7:37 a.m. local time. It triggered tsunami warnings across six countries, killed at least 3 people.

Two Pilots Killed as Gulfstream G200 Private Jet Crashes During Emergency Landing in Dominican Republic

A Gulfstream G200 private jet burst into flames on the runway of La Romana International Airport in the Dominican Republic on June 7, 2026. The plane was headed to Austin, Texas when it declared an emergency mid-air and tried to return.

Malviya Nagar Fire Explained: What Happened, Who Is Responsible and What Happens Next?

The devastating fire at Flourish Stay B&B in South Delhi's Hauz Rani is no longer being viewed as merely an accident.

Israel Orders Strikes on Beirut Suburbs as Hezbollah Conflict Escalates

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu orders strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs as tensions with Hezbollah escalate despite a US-brokered ceasefire, with Lebanon’s death toll surpassing 3,300.

upGrad-Unacademy Deal: CCI Reviews Major EdTech Merger in India!

upGrad’s proposed acquisition of Unacademy has moved to the CCI approval stage. The deal values Unacademy at around ₹2,055 crore and signals a major consolidation in India’s edtech sector.

Twisha Sharma Death Case Explained: Second Autopsy, Supreme Court Intervention and CBI Probe

The Twisha Sharma death case has become a major legal and crime story after the Supreme Court stepped in, a second autopsy was conducted by an AIIMS Delhi team, and reports indicated that the probe may be handed over to the CBI.

Cockroach Janta Party Goes Viral: Internet Reacts With Funny Memes

From funny memes to political satire, “Cockroach Janta Party” has become the internet’s latest obsession.

AI Insurance India Is Here — Meet jUMPP, the App That Makes Buying Policies as Easy as Chatting!

With corporate agency and ISNP licences, jUMPP is building a platform where people in India can invest, buy insurance, and get loans through one simple AI-powered chat.

Ebola Crisis Deepens in DR Congo; 118 Dead Amid Rising Global Concern!

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo continues to worsen as the death toll increases. Health officials and global agencies are increasing emergency efforts to control the spread of the deadly virus and prevent further infe

How Much Oil Does India Have Left Amid the Global War — And What Happens Next?

India has less than 10 days of oil reserves at full capacity—so what happens if the war continues? Here’s a deep dive into India’s oil crisis, rising prices, and what it means for you.

Swiss Air Flight to Zurich Catches Fire at Delhi Airport: Over 10 Injured; No Casualties Reported

A Swiss International Air Lines aircraft reportedly experienced a fire incident at Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi. Here is the latest verified information on what happened, passenger safety, and the airport's response.

62 Kilometres Below the Earth — What Manipur's Deep Quake Tells Us About the Geology of Fear

Northeast India Wakes to a Seismic Jolt — What We Know, What It Means, and Why This Region Never Really Stops Shaking

Kanawani Village Fire: 500+ Jhuggis Destroyed, Two Children Missing as Blaze Rips Through Indirapuram Settlement

Afternoon fire spreads within minutes in densely packed slum; smoke seen from 2 km away, families flee with whatever they could carry

Currency Rates Today: Dollar Slides Against Rupee and Euro; Where Do Major Currencies Stand on April 14

The dollar is under pressure this week, sliding against most major currencies. The rupee holds at around Rs 93 per dollar as global risk sentiment shifts. Here are today's key exchange rates and the context behind them.

Women's Reservation Bill 2026: Modi's Push, Opposition Demands — Check Public Reaction

PM Modi has been unambiguous. He wrote personally to the floor leaders of all parties in both Houses of Parliament, urging them to come together and pass these amendments during the special session.

21 Hours, No Deal: JD Vance Flies Home Empty-Handed as Iran Refuses to Surrender Nuclear Path

India is one of the world's largest importers of crude oil, and a significant portion of that oil — or the tankers carrying it — moves through or near the Strait of Hormuz.

US-Iran Islamabad Talks Live: Every Update from April 11, 2026

The most consequential diplomatic meeting since the Iranian revolution is happening today in Pakistan's capital. Here is everything we know.

Justice Yashwant Varma Resigns Amid Cash Row Inquiry; Check Details

The resignation comes in the midst of serious allegations of corruption, following the recovery of partially burnt currency notes from his Delhi residence after a fire incident last month.

Assembly Elections 2026 LIVE: Assam, Kerala, Puducherry Vote Today — The Full State-by-State Breakdown

The 2026 assembly elections — today's batch, and Tamil Nadu and West Bengal voting April 23 and 29 — collectively elect 824 legislators across five legislative assemblies. Together they function as the largest political barometer.

Dalal Street Sees Red Again: Sensex Drops Over 877 Points, Nifty Slips Below 24,000 — Here's the Full Picture

April 9 is a different story. As of the morning opening, the Sensex had slipped about 400 points from last night's close, trading around 77,150. The Nifty was hovering near 23,914.

Assam Votes Today: 2.49 Crore Voters, 126 Seats, and the BJP's Biggest Test in the Northeast

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is contesting 89 seats as part of the NDA alliance, while its allies — Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) and Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) — are contesting 26 and 11 seats respectively.

Israel Kills 254 in Lebanon After Iran-US Ceasefire: What Happened on April 8? Check Video

By the time the bombs stopped falling that night, 254 people were dead and over 1,165 wounded across Lebanon — and those numbers were still climbing as of early Thursday morning.

India's Startup Funding in Q1 2026: Three New Unicorns, ₹33,000 Crore in VC, and an AI Gold Rush

The Neysa funding deserves particular attention. A GenAI infrastructure company raising USD 1.2 billion from Blackstone is not a speculative bet on technology trend.

IIT Baba Marries Bengaluru Engineer in Himachal | Viral Mahakumbh Story; Check VIDEO!

This story reflects a deeper trend in India today—where boundaries between spirituality and modern life are increasingly fluid. The ‘IIT Baba’ had earlier spoken about detachment not meaning escape, but understanding life deeply.

Trump’s ‘One Night’ Warning to Iran: Strait of Hormuz Crisis Pushes World to Brink

With global oil supply, regional stability, and international law all at risk, the Strait of Hormuz crisis could become one of the most defining conflicts of the decade.

SatLeo Labs Raises $2.2 Mn to Boost Thermal Satellite Intelligence Platform

Founded in 2023 by Shravan Bhati, Urmil Bakhai, and Ranendu Ghosh, SatLeo Labs is building advanced satellites capable of capturing both thermal and visual data from space.

Delhi Police, Maharashtra ATS Uncover Delhi Blast Plot Using ‘Toy Train’-Like Device: What the Case Reveals

A joint operation by Delhi Police and Maharashtra ATS has exposed an alleged plot to target Delhi using a toy-like device. This explainer breaks down the arrests, the larger terror pattern, and the lessons India must learn.

Pakistan’s Kolkata threat: Khawaja Asif’s warning escalates India-Pak tensions ahead of Pahalgam anniversary

What makes Asif’s latest remark especially significant is that it is not just another border warning. By invoking Kolkata, Pakistan’s defence minister appeared to be signalling a willingness to talk about escalation beyond traditional LOC threat

Nashik Tragedy: Maruti XL6 Falls Into Well, 9 Killed in Dindori Accident

According to initial police reports, the family was returning home after attending a social gathering when the tragedy struck. A Maruti XL6, reportedly went out of control and veered off the road, falling directly into the well.

Bangladesh Reduces Working Hours Amid Fuel Crisis | Middle East War Impact

In a key decision, the Bangladesh government has reduced official working hours and imposed fresh restrictions on electricity usage to deal with the worsening situation.

Stampede at Nalanda’s Sheetla Mata Temple: 8 Dead, Toll May Rise

The Government of Bihar has announced an ex gratia of ₹6 lakh for the families of the deceased. Senior officials have assured that all necessary medical assistance is being provided to the injured.

LeT Handler Shabir Ahmed Lone Arrested in Delhi’s Ghazipur, Linked to Metro Poster Case

Lone was arrested on March 29, 2026, and produced in court the next day, where he was sent to police custody for further interrogation.