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Monsoon likely to be ‘below normal’ in Aug-Sept: IMD
NEW DELHI: Average rainfall in India during the second half of monsoon season (Aug-Sept) is most likely to be ‘below normal’, IMD said Friday, flagging the continuing risk of El Niño, which is associated with a weak monsoon. Read More
16.4% deleted in Haryana draft roll; 10.8% in Andhra Pradesh
Nearly 16.4% of the electorate in Haryana and 10.8% in Andhra Pradesh were excluded in draft voter rolls published for the two states Friday as part of phase 3 of special intensive revision (SIR). Read More
PM Modi: I forgive those who abused me & my mom, our job to guide them
NEW DELHI: PM Narendra Modi said on Friday he will forgive young protesters accused of abusing him and his late mother, saying they are misguided children and it is “our job to show them the right way”. Read More
Tahir Hussain gets life for IB staffer’s killing in 2020 riots
NEW DELHI: Bringing the six-year-long trial in the murder of Intelligence Bureau staffer Ankit Sharma to a close, a Delhi court on Friday sentenced former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain and four others to life imprisonment, holding that Read More
Amid opposition protest, Lok Sabha passes births & deaths bill
NEW DELHI: Lok Sabha passed the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, without a debate and Rajya Sabha couldn’t transact any business Friday, amid sloganeering by opposition members over paper leaks, police crackdo Read More
Quote of the day by Elton John
The music icon believes dwelling on “what if” holds people back, while asking “what’s next” opens the door to new opportunities.Image credit (Instagram)
Elton John said goodbye. And then he came back. Read More
‘Srinivasa Mangapuram’ sees expected dip
‘Srinivasa Mangapuram’ box office collections day 2; Ajay Bhupathi’s film sees expected dip; India net collection stands at Rs 2. Read More
Role Model debuts song with Dakota Johnson voice notes
Role Model premiered ‘Love I You’ during a Chicago show, surprising fans with Dakota Johnson’s voice notes woven into the track. Read More
‘Barbie’ sequel hits roadblock as talks with stars stall
With key talent deals still unresolved, the next chapter of the blockbuster ‘Barbie’ franchise remains on hold. Read More
‘Unmadham’ X review: Kunchacko Boban’s film wins praise
‘Unmadham’ X review: Kunchacko Boban’s crime mystery wins praise for performances; Viewers divided over screenplay and pacing
Kunchacko Boban’s latest film ‘Unmadham’ made its theatrical debut on J Read More
Commercial LPG Cylinder Prices Reduced By Over Rs 200 In Delhi, Kolkata: Check Revised Rates
The prices of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders have been reduced by over Rs 200 in Delhi and Kolkata, extending relief to restaurants, hotels and other commercial establishments. The revised rates came into effect starting Saturday. Read More
ABP Live Auto Awards 2026 | CEO Sumanta Dutta Says Auto Industry Builds More Than Vehicles, It Builds Dreams
India’s automotive industry is no longer just about building vehicles but about enabling aspirations, innovation and economic progress, ABP Network CEO Sumanta Dutta said while delivering the keynote address at the ABP Live Auto Awards 2026 on Read More
Gold Silver Rate Today (July 31): Metals Fall, Check Latest Rates In Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, More
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Gold and silver prices decreased Friday amid subdued spot demand.
MCX gold futures fell 0.56% to ₹1,44,022.
International gold futures slipped 0.69% to $4,075. Read More
How IPO Allotment Works: Rules, Lot Size, Oversubscription Explained
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IPO allotment distributes shares among eligible applicants post-issue.
Oversubscribed retail issues allot minimum lots through a draw. Read More
Stock Markets Ended Higher As Sensex Gains Over 110 Points, Nifty Tests 24,400
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Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed higher Friday.
Positive global cues and easing crude prices boosted investor confidence. Read More
UPI now accepted for online Burj Khalifa bookings before Indians arrive in Dubai; first for UAE attraction
Image credit – istock
Indian travellers can now use the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) to book tickets online for At the Top, Burj Khalifa, after NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL) enabled UPI acceptance on the attraction’s Read More
Amex GBT launches AI-powered business travel booking through Claude integration
American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) has introduced the Egencia AI connector in Anthropic’s Claude, enabling business travellers and enterprise AI agents to search, book and manage policy-compliant air and hotel bookings di Read More
Amrit Bhawan launches week-long wellness programme in Haridwar
Amrit Bhawan, a heritage riverside retreat in Haridwar, has announced A Week of Wellness by the Ganga, a curated wellness programme scheduled from 25 July to 1 August 2026. Read More
Magnicity unveils reimagined Euromast to boost Rotterdam’s appeal for international travellers
Magnicity has unveiled the newly renovated Euromast in Rotterdam, introducing a refreshed visitor experience that combines immersive attractions, upgraded hospitality and panoramic views of the Dutch city. Read More
Norwegian Cruise Line upgrades Norwegian Jade and Norwegian Gem with new guest experiences
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has unveiled a series of new onboard enhancements for Norwegian Jade and Norwegian Gem, introducing upgraded wellness facilities, new adults-only spaces and additional guest amenities across both ships. Read More
Monsoon likely to be ‘below normal’ in Aug-Sept: IMD
NEW DELHI: Average rainfall in India during the second half of monsoon season (Aug-Sept) is most likely to be ‘below normal’, IMD said Friday, flagging the continuing risk of El Niño, which is associated with a weak monsoon. Read More
16.4% deleted in Haryana draft roll; 10.8% in Andhra Pradesh
Nearly 16.4% of the electorate in Haryana and 10.8% in Andhra Pradesh were excluded in draft voter rolls published for the two states Friday as part of phase 3 of special intensive revision (SIR). Read More
PM Modi: I forgive those who abused me & my mom, our job to guide them
NEW DELHI: PM Narendra Modi said on Friday he will forgive young protesters accused of abusing him and his late mother, saying they are misguided children and it is “our job to show them the right way”. Read More
Tahir Hussain gets life for IB staffer’s killing in 2020 riots
NEW DELHI: Bringing the six-year-long trial in the murder of Intelligence Bureau staffer Ankit Sharma to a close, a Delhi court on Friday sentenced former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain and four others to life imprisonment, holding that Read More
Amid opposition protest, Lok Sabha passes births & deaths bill
NEW DELHI: Lok Sabha passed the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, without a debate and Rajya Sabha couldn’t transact any business Friday, amid sloganeering by opposition members over paper leaks, police crackdo Read More
Quote of the day by Elton John
The music icon believes dwelling on “what if” holds people back, while asking “what’s next” opens the door to new opportunities.Image credit (Instagram)
Elton John said goodbye. And then he came back. Read More
‘Srinivasa Mangapuram’ sees expected dip
‘Srinivasa Mangapuram’ box office collections day 2; Ajay Bhupathi’s film sees expected dip; India net collection stands at Rs 2. Read More
Role Model debuts song with Dakota Johnson voice notes
Role Model premiered ‘Love I You’ during a Chicago show, surprising fans with Dakota Johnson’s voice notes woven into the track. Read More
‘Barbie’ sequel hits roadblock as talks with stars stall
With key talent deals still unresolved, the next chapter of the blockbuster ‘Barbie’ franchise remains on hold. Read More
‘Unmadham’ X review: Kunchacko Boban’s film wins praise
‘Unmadham’ X review: Kunchacko Boban’s crime mystery wins praise for performances; Viewers divided over screenplay and pacing
Kunchacko Boban’s latest film ‘Unmadham’ made its theatrical debut on J Read More
Commercial LPG Cylinder Prices Reduced By Over Rs 200 In Delhi, Kolkata: Check Revised Rates
The prices of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders have been reduced by over Rs 200 in Delhi and Kolkata, extending relief to restaurants, hotels and other commercial establishments. The revised rates came into effect starting Saturday. Read More
ABP Live Auto Awards 2026 | CEO Sumanta Dutta Says Auto Industry Builds More Than Vehicles, It Builds Dreams
India’s automotive industry is no longer just about building vehicles but about enabling aspirations, innovation and economic progress, ABP Network CEO Sumanta Dutta said while delivering the keynote address at the ABP Live Auto Awards 2026 on Read More
Gold Silver Rate Today (July 31): Metals Fall, Check Latest Rates In Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, More
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Gold and silver prices decreased Friday amid subdued spot demand.
MCX gold futures fell 0.56% to ₹1,44,022.
International gold futures slipped 0.69% to $4,075. Read More
How IPO Allotment Works: Rules, Lot Size, Oversubscription Explained
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
IPO allotment distributes shares among eligible applicants post-issue.
Oversubscribed retail issues allot minimum lots through a draw. Read More
Stock Markets Ended Higher As Sensex Gains Over 110 Points, Nifty Tests 24,400
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed higher Friday.
Positive global cues and easing crude prices boosted investor confidence. Read More
UPI now accepted for online Burj Khalifa bookings before Indians arrive in Dubai; first for UAE attraction
Image credit – istock
Indian travellers can now use the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) to book tickets online for At the Top, Burj Khalifa, after NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL) enabled UPI acceptance on the attraction’s Read More
Amex GBT launches AI-powered business travel booking through Claude integration
American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) has introduced the Egencia AI connector in Anthropic’s Claude, enabling business travellers and enterprise AI agents to search, book and manage policy-compliant air and hotel bookings di Read More
Amrit Bhawan launches week-long wellness programme in Haridwar
Amrit Bhawan, a heritage riverside retreat in Haridwar, has announced A Week of Wellness by the Ganga, a curated wellness programme scheduled from 25 July to 1 August 2026. Read More
Magnicity unveils reimagined Euromast to boost Rotterdam’s appeal for international travellers
Magnicity has unveiled the newly renovated Euromast in Rotterdam, introducing a refreshed visitor experience that combines immersive attractions, upgraded hospitality and panoramic views of the Dutch city. Read More
Norwegian Cruise Line upgrades Norwegian Jade and Norwegian Gem with new guest experiences
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has unveiled a series of new onboard enhancements for Norwegian Jade and Norwegian Gem, introducing upgraded wellness facilities, new adults-only spaces and additional guest amenities across both ships. Read More
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Commercial LPG Cylinder Prices Reduced By Over Rs 200 In Delhi, Kolkata: Check Revised Rates
The prices of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders have been reduced by over Rs 200 in Delhi and Kolkata, extending relief to restaurants, hotels and other commercial establishments. The revised rates came into effect starting Saturday. Read More
Quote of the day by Elton John
The music icon believes dwelling on “what if” holds people back, while asking “what’s next” opens the door to new opportunities.Image credit (Instagram)
Elton John said goodbye. And then he came back. Read More
‘Srinivasa Mangapuram’ sees expected dip
‘Srinivasa Mangapuram’ box office collections day 2; Ajay Bhupathi’s film sees expected dip; India net collection stands at Rs 2. Read More
Role Model debuts song with Dakota Johnson voice notes
Role Model premiered ‘Love I You’ during a Chicago show, surprising fans with Dakota Johnson’s voice notes woven into the track. Read More
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