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Modi, Albanese rally for peace amid West Asia flare-up and China missile test
Narendra Modi and Anthony Albanese
Amid the fresh flare-up in West Asia, PM Narendra Modi and his counterpart Anthony Albanese expressed concern over renewed escalation of tensions and called upon all parties to exercise restraint, Read More
India & Australia unlock ‘PACTS’ to boost defence & tech ties, secure deal for uranium supply
PM Modi meets Australian PM Albanese in Melbourne; trade, defence, critical tech on agenda
Defence and security, critical technology, supply chain resilience and energy security cooperation – including finalisation of administ Read More
Modi, Albanese adopt new joint declaration to deepen Indo-Australian defence cooperation
Narendra Modi and Anthony Albanese
NEW DELHI: To strengthen Indo-Australian defence partnership during PM Narendra Modi’s visit, India and Australia on Thursday adopted a new joint declaration on defence and security cooperation, c Read More
Will set up temporary space tracking terminal on Cocos Keeling to support India’s Gaganyaan: Aus PM
Narendra Modi and Anthony Albanese
In a major boost to India-Australia space collaboration, Australian PM Anthony Albanese Thursday, during a joint statement with PM Narendra Modi, announced establishment of a temporary space tracki Read More
100-metre stretch of Yamunotri NH in Uttarakhand damaged after landslide, traffic disrupted
Uttarkashi (Ukd), Jul 9 (PTI): A 100-metre stretch on the Yamunotri National Highway near Syanachatti here was damaged after a landslide triggered by incessant rains on Thursday, officials said. Read More
Union Minister calls Diljit an ‘impostor’ amid Satluj’s OTT removal
Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu calls Diljit Dosanjh an ‘impostor’ amid Satluj row, says ‘government has no control over OTT platforms’
The controversy over Diljit Dosanjh’s film Satluj has taken a Read More
Akshay Kumar expresses concern over Rajesh Sharma’s health, prays for his recovery
Actor Akshay Kumar has expressed concern over Rajesh Sharma’s health after the veteran actor was hospitalised following a suspected insect bite during the shoot of Prabhas’ ‘Fauji’ at Hyderabad’s Ramoji Read More
Drew Barrymore has shown fans a very different kind of home
After finding a buyer for her restored USD 5 million Westchester estate, Drew Barrymore has shown fans a very different kind of home: A cozy RV for her summer getaway
Hollywood actor and talk show host Drew Barrymore is trading luxu Read More
‘Heartbroken’ Catherine Zeta-Jones leads tributes to singer Bonnie Tyler
To play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser. Read More
Quote Of The Day | Bill Gates’ Viral Quote On Poverty Remains An Inspiration For Millions
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A widely circulated quote attributed to Bill Gates emphasizes personal responsibility.
The statement encourages individuals to improve their situation through effort. Read More
Will AI Soon Make UPI Payments For You? NPCI’s Reported Plan Explained
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NPCI developing a protocol enabling AI agents to initiate UPI payments.
AI agents can complete transactions under user-approved limits. Read More
ITR Filing Deadline 2026: Is It July 31, August 31, Or October 31? Check Your Due Date
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ITR filing deadlines vary by taxpayer type and income source.
Individuals and businesses have deadlines from July to November. Read More
Top 5 Equity Index Funds In India: Best 1-Year Returns As Of July 2026
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India’s passive investing surge sees investors favouring Index Funds.
Thematic, sector-specific index funds gain traction, performing well. Read More
Crude Prices Fall, But Markets Stay Alert As Iran Warns On Strait Of Hormuz
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Crude oil futures declined, easing US-Iran supply concerns.
Unexpected US crude inventory build also pressured global prices. Read More
PADI to host inaugural AmbassaDiver Summit on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef; India represented by Aakash Malhotra and Shaan Singh
The Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) has announced the inaugural PADI AmbassaDiver Summit, a global gathering of divers, storytellers, ocean advocates and celebrities that will be held on Australia’s Great Barrier Re Read More
Karnataka eyes cruise, beach tourism push under Coastal-Malnad policy
Image credit – Istock
The state is drafting a comprehensive ‘Coastal-Malnad Karnataka Tourism Policy 2026’ to unlock the region’s tourism potential, Minister K J George’s office said on Friday. Read More
Booking. com strengthens India B2B play as business travel shifts towards AI and seamless experiences
India’s rapidly expanding startup ecosystem and over 63 million MSMEs are emerging as the next frontier for managed corporate travel, prompting Booking. Read More
India emerging as a global medical tourism hub: Antique report
Image credit – PEXELS
India is rapidly strengthening its position as a leading destination for medical tourism, supported by affordable treatment costs, improving healthcare infrastructure and favourable government policies, according to a Read More
Modi, Albanese rally for peace amid West Asia flare-up and China missile test
Narendra Modi and Anthony Albanese
Amid the fresh flare-up in West Asia, PM Narendra Modi and his counterpart Anthony Albanese expressed concern over renewed escalation of tensions and called upon all parties to exercise restraint, Read More
India & Australia unlock ‘PACTS’ to boost defence & tech ties, secure deal for uranium supply
PM Modi meets Australian PM Albanese in Melbourne; trade, defence, critical tech on agenda
Defence and security, critical technology, supply chain resilience and energy security cooperation – including finalisation of administ Read More
Modi, Albanese adopt new joint declaration to deepen Indo-Australian defence cooperation
Narendra Modi and Anthony Albanese
NEW DELHI: To strengthen Indo-Australian defence partnership during PM Narendra Modi’s visit, India and Australia on Thursday adopted a new joint declaration on defence and security cooperation, c Read More
Will set up temporary space tracking terminal on Cocos Keeling to support India’s Gaganyaan: Aus PM
Narendra Modi and Anthony Albanese
In a major boost to India-Australia space collaboration, Australian PM Anthony Albanese Thursday, during a joint statement with PM Narendra Modi, announced establishment of a temporary space tracki Read More
100-metre stretch of Yamunotri NH in Uttarakhand damaged after landslide, traffic disrupted
Uttarkashi (Ukd), Jul 9 (PTI): A 100-metre stretch on the Yamunotri National Highway near Syanachatti here was damaged after a landslide triggered by incessant rains on Thursday, officials said. Read More
Union Minister calls Diljit an ‘impostor’ amid Satluj’s OTT removal
Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu calls Diljit Dosanjh an ‘impostor’ amid Satluj row, says ‘government has no control over OTT platforms’
The controversy over Diljit Dosanjh’s film Satluj has taken a Read More
Akshay Kumar expresses concern over Rajesh Sharma’s health, prays for his recovery
Actor Akshay Kumar has expressed concern over Rajesh Sharma’s health after the veteran actor was hospitalised following a suspected insect bite during the shoot of Prabhas’ ‘Fauji’ at Hyderabad’s Ramoji Read More
Drew Barrymore has shown fans a very different kind of home
After finding a buyer for her restored USD 5 million Westchester estate, Drew Barrymore has shown fans a very different kind of home: A cozy RV for her summer getaway
Hollywood actor and talk show host Drew Barrymore is trading luxu Read More
‘Heartbroken’ Catherine Zeta-Jones leads tributes to singer Bonnie Tyler
To play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser. Read More
Quote Of The Day | Bill Gates’ Viral Quote On Poverty Remains An Inspiration For Millions
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
A widely circulated quote attributed to Bill Gates emphasizes personal responsibility.
The statement encourages individuals to improve their situation through effort. Read More
Will AI Soon Make UPI Payments For You? NPCI’s Reported Plan Explained
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
NPCI developing a protocol enabling AI agents to initiate UPI payments.
AI agents can complete transactions under user-approved limits. Read More
ITR Filing Deadline 2026: Is It July 31, August 31, Or October 31? Check Your Due Date
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
ITR filing deadlines vary by taxpayer type and income source.
Individuals and businesses have deadlines from July to November. Read More
Top 5 Equity Index Funds In India: Best 1-Year Returns As Of July 2026
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
India’s passive investing surge sees investors favouring Index Funds.
Thematic, sector-specific index funds gain traction, performing well. Read More
Crude Prices Fall, But Markets Stay Alert As Iran Warns On Strait Of Hormuz
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Crude oil futures declined, easing US-Iran supply concerns.
Unexpected US crude inventory build also pressured global prices. Read More
PADI to host inaugural AmbassaDiver Summit on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef; India represented by Aakash Malhotra and Shaan Singh
The Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) has announced the inaugural PADI AmbassaDiver Summit, a global gathering of divers, storytellers, ocean advocates and celebrities that will be held on Australia’s Great Barrier Re Read More
Karnataka eyes cruise, beach tourism push under Coastal-Malnad policy
Image credit – Istock
The state is drafting a comprehensive ‘Coastal-Malnad Karnataka Tourism Policy 2026’ to unlock the region’s tourism potential, Minister K J George’s office said on Friday. Read More
Booking. com strengthens India B2B play as business travel shifts towards AI and seamless experiences
India’s rapidly expanding startup ecosystem and over 63 million MSMEs are emerging as the next frontier for managed corporate travel, prompting Booking. Read More
India emerging as a global medical tourism hub: Antique report
Image credit – PEXELS
India is rapidly strengthening its position as a leading destination for medical tourism, supported by affordable treatment costs, improving healthcare infrastructure and favourable government policies, according to a Read More
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Quote of the day by Franz Kafka: ‘There are some things one can achieve only by a deliberate leap in the opposite direction’
Franz Kafka | Anniversary of the author’s death – 3 June 1924
A chess player abandons a winning-looking attack because the position demands a retreat. A scientist abandons a familiar theory after years of defending it. Read More
Blind professor catches massive AI cheating scandal at Brown University, says it should be a wake-up call after scores drop from 100 to 48
Brown University professor Roberto Serrano exposed a massive AI cheating scandal. Read More
Modi, Albanese rally for peace amid West Asia flare-up and China missile test
Narendra Modi and Anthony Albanese
Amid the fresh flare-up in West Asia, PM Narendra Modi and his counterpart Anthony Albanese expressed concern over renewed escalation of tensions and called upon all parties to exercise restraint, Read More
Quote of the day by Diogenes: ‘I threw away my cup when I saw a child drinking water from his hands’
Diogenes of Sinope lived on the streets, ate with dogs
A poor philosopher was walking through the streets carrying almost nothing. Read More
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