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'No Special Privilege For Anyone': Kiren Rijiju On Notice Against Rahul Gandhi In Lok Sabha

Union ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw and Kiren Rijiju have accused Rahul Gandhi of making "untruthful" claims about a host of issues, including the Agnipath scheme and the compensation paid to locals in Ayodhya. "If anybody wants to misuse the position in the House to mislead the House, he will not easily get away. Rule will get them," the Parliamentary Affairs minister said.

Top 5 Visa-Free Countries To Travel From India | Budget Travel In 2024

It’s that time of the year when we all make our travel plans. But what about the Visa requirements and the rejection stress? Well, we’ve got you covered. Watch this video wherein we explore the top 5 visa-free destinations you can travel from India.#visafreecountries #visafreetravel #budgettravel Moneycontrol is India's leading financial and business portal with in-depth market coverage, analysis, expert opinions, and a gamut of financial tools.A part of Network18, moneycontrol.com is the most influential destination for stock market news and advice, business news, and news about the Indian and global economy.Subscribe: https://bit.ly/moneycontrolyoutubeFollow us:Visit https://www.moneycontrol.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneycontrol/Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/moneycontrolcomInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/moneycontrolcom/

Microsoft layoffs: The Tech Firm Fires More Employees In A Fresh Round Of Job Cuts

Microsoft layoffs: Microsoft, the tech giant, is conducting another round of layoffs this week. According to a report from Wired Geek, the job cuts will affect multiple teams and locations across the globe within the company. However, Microsoft has not disclosed the exact number of employees affected by these layoffs. Social media posts on the professional networking platform LinkedIn suggest that the layoffs primarily targeted roles in product...

It's payback time, TDP chief Naidu tells Centre with his wish list

NEW DELHI: Just weeks after the NDA govt was sworn in, Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu, who heads TDP, the second largest member of the coalition, came calling to the Capital with a long wish list — from short-term funds to additional capex support for infrastructure, money for the capital city of Amaravati and a new oil refinery ...

Fact check video: NOT Hathras stampede! This old video is from Mathura

In Uttar Pradesh's Hathras, a stampede at an overcrowded satsang for self-styled godman Narayan Sarkaar Hari, also known as Bhole Baba, has reportedly led to at least 121 deaths.

IITian, 59, shares tips to get healthy after heart attack: Wake up at 5.30 am, manage stress

A heart attack served as a wake-up call for Mathew Gomes. How the 59-year-old reversed arterial blockage after the health scare.

Watch: Fresh Angle Emerges of Suryakumar Yadav's Spectacular Catch in T20 World Cup Final

A fresh clip of Suryakumar Yadav’s dramatic catch in the final over of the 2024 T20 World Cup to dismiss David Miller has emerged proving how spectacular his effort was given the circumstances. India went on to defeat South Africa by seven runs in a last-over thriller to win the title for the second time in their history on Saturday.With 16 needed off six deliveries, South Africa’s Miller launched a low full toss from Hardik Pandya towards...

In a first, robot commits suicide in South Korea sparking row over workload

In a tragic event at Gumi City Council, South Korea, a robot civil servant was found unresponsive after falling down stairs, sparking discussions of the country's first robot suicide. The robot, part of daily operations since August 2023, assisted with document delivery and city promotion. Witnesses observed unusual behavior before the incident. While investigations continue into the cause, the city council has decided against deploying another...

CUET-UG result likely to be announced on this date: UGC gives an update

The National Testing Agency (NTA) will soon announce the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-UG) results, initially scheduled for June 30. Media reports suggest the results may be released by July 10, with an additional week to ten days for final processing. The delay, due to scrutiny over exam irregularities, impacts university admissions and student preparations.

Landslides snap surface communication in 7 Arunachal districts

A portion of the NH-13 along the Pasighat-Pangin-Aalo road has blocked following a landslide on Thursday morning. A huge boulder has completely blocked the road in between Lokpeng and Pangin tri-junction in Siang district, PWD Highways assistant engineer Gemar Padu said.

'We Notice Stereotype Orders': SC Sends Strong Message To High Courts In 70-Year-Old Blind Man's Case

The Supreme Court on Wednesday slammed the "casual approach" adopted by the Madhya Pradesh High Court while denying bail to a jailed 70-year-old convict who is virtually blind. The top court while granting bail to the man, said that it is well aware of the fact that stereotype orders are passed by the High Courts without any application of mind. The top court took a strong exception and said that the High Court should have realised that the...

CBI Registers Its First FIR Under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita

The CBI has registered its first FIR under newly enforced Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita against two Delhi Police officers for allegedly demanding Rs 10 lakh bribe to help the release of a person lodged in Tihar Jail, officials on Thursday said.The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) has replaced the British-era Indian Penal Code (IPC).The FIR registered on Wednesday evening booking Head Constables Ravindra Dhaka and Parveen Saini both posted in Narcotics...

Tamil Nadu: Two DMK Mayors Tender Resignation Citing Personal Reasons

In a significant development, Tirunelveli Mayor P M Saravanan and Coimbatore Mayor Kalpana Anandakumar resigned from their positions on Wednesday. Submitting their resignations to the respective corporation commissioners, both mayors from Tamil Nadu's ruling party Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) quit from their posts. Kalpana, the first female Mayor from the DMK, submitted her resignation to Corporation Commissioner Sivaguru Prabakaran. Kalpana...

NASA shares latest update on Sunita Williams' spacecraft: ‘We have been looking at those…’

NASA has shared an update on Sunita Williams. After announcing the extension of Williams' mission, the space agency has said that the spacecraft is in good condition.

Mumbai senior journalist recounts losing bag with passport at Milan airport: 'Gang of 3 targeted us...'

Senior journalist Anant Goenka recently shared a terrible experience he and his family faced at the Milan airport in Italy when they were allegedly targetted by a gang who stole his mother's handbag containing money and passport. He also recalled getting minimal help from the police but said that the Indian embassy was "very helpful" in issuing them an emergency temporary passport. "Had a terrible experience inside Milan Airport a few days ago....

Watch: Cobra swallows cough syrup bottle in Bhubaneswar, viral video sparks discussion on littering

The viral video shows the cobra struggling with the cough syrup bottle inside its mouth.

Sara Ali Khan's New Workout Video Draws Our Attention To Pilates & Why It's The Best Way To Stay Fit

On lines of US Marines, 960 newly minted policemen will exclusively combat terror in J-K

The move to deploy a new police force comes amid a spike in infiltration by foreign terrorists from Pakistan. The 960 policemen were recruited from the border areas of Jammu and Kashmir.

7 MPs, All from BJP, Elected to Lok Sabha with over 70% Vote Share, Congress Won 3 Seats with under 30%: Study

Only seven MPs in the recently formed 18th Lok Sabha won the elections with more than 70% of the total votes polled in their respective constituencies and all of them were from the Bharatiya Janata Party, a new report from the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) and National Election Watch (NEW) shows. On the other end of the list were three MPs from the Congress who were elected with less than 30% of the total votes polled in their...

‘Restore investor confidence and brand image’: Andhra CM shares plan to rebuild Amaravati

Chandrababu Naidu vowed to rebuild Amaravati from ruins and make it a world-class capital city to boost the image of the state and bolster the confidence of the people

WhatsApp green verification mark will soon turn blue, here is how it will benefit users

WhatsApp is set to replace the green checkmark for verified businesses and channels with a blue one, aligning with other Meta platforms like Instagram and Facebook.

Pawan Kalyan breaks silence on doing films after becoming Deputy Chief Minister

Actor-turned-politician Pawan Kalyan spoke to his fans at a meeting and told them that he will be making movies, but serving people is his current priority.

Fresh spell of rain likely in Delhi-NCR after brief relief from humidity

Delhi-NCR had a brief relief ffrom humidity after early morning rain on Wednesday. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted more rain for the region, but no heavy downpour is expected. According to the Weather Office, light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms (gusty winds at 30-40 kmph) and lightning is likely in various areas, including Rohtak, Kharkhoda, Charkhi Dadri, Mattanhail, Jhajjar, Farukhnagar, Kosali, Mahendargarh...

BJP Allies Bag Key Spots As Centre Rejigs 8 Cabinet Panels | See Who Got What

The Centre reconstituted eight Cabinet Panels on Wednesday, giving the highest representation to the National Democratic Front (NDA) allies since 2014.The Centre made room for the key BJP partners in the all-important Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) and the Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs (CCPA) in an announcement made over three weeks after Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Council of Ministers took oath on June 9. The...

‘Health, science illiterate’: Samantha Ruth Prabhu slammed by ‘Liver Doc’ for hydrogen peroxide nebulisation post

The Liver Doc called Samantha Ruth Prabhu a “health and science illiterate” after she recommended hydrogen peroxide nebulisation, which is dangerous for health.

Weather update: IMD predicts heavy rainfall at THESE places till July 8; details here

IMD forecasts moderate rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning in Northwest and Central India. Isolated heavy rainfall expected in multiple states during the first half of the week, with very heavy rainfall predicted in specific regions from 5th to 7th July.

'Bad Newz' star Vicky Kaushal reviews Karan Johar's movie 'Kill'; Ananya Panday and Shanaya Kapoor join the suit

Karan Johar's 'Kill' captivated Bollywood stars like Vicky Kaushal, Ananya Panday, and Shanaya Kapoor. Directed by Nikhil Nagesh Bhat, co-written by Ayesha Sayed, it stars Lakshya, Tanya Maniktala, and Raghav Juyal. Releasing July 5, the film's plot follows commandos facing bandits. Bollywood's endorsement underscores excitement, highlighting deep admiration and eagerness for the film.

Severe monsoon deluge hits north, northeast India, IMD predicts heavy rainfall for next 4-5 days

Torrential rains in the country have led to subsequent flooding threatening life and inevitable property damage across regions.

OpenAI's internal AI details stolen in 2023 breach

In April, a hacker accessed OpenAI's messaging, stealing AI design details. ChatGPT stayed secure. Microsoft-backed OpenAI informed employees, not federal law enforcement. No customer data compromised. Reported by Dey, Timsina, Aich. OpenAI disrupted covert influence operations. Biden administration plans to safeguard AI. In May, 16 companies pledged to develop AI safely, addressing emerging risks.

Kamal Haasan’s Indian 2 shows a massive spike for premiere shows; crosses US $ 125,000 mark

Kamal Haasan’s Indian 2 saw a significant spike in premiere show ticket sales, jumping from US $81,775 to US $125,181. The film, now planned as part of a trilogy by director Shankar, stars Siddharth, Kajal Agarwal, Rakul Preet Singh, and SJ Suryah. Haasan also has Kalki 2898 AD, Thug Life, and Vikram 2 upcoming.

Elon Musk stops contact with India over investment as Tesla faces capital crisis: Report

Elon Musk’s team hasn’t made any further inquiries with officials in New Delhi after the billionaire postponed a visit to India in late April.

Govt starts process acquiring land worth over Rs 4,000 crore for second phase of Noida International Airport

The district is acquiring land from villages for Noida Airport's second phase. Resettlement and compensation are progressing. YIAPL plans test flights by November and aims for commercial operations by year's end. Completion delayed to April 2025. DS Mishra, Noida International Airport Limited, and four new vendors are addressing steel shortages. Farmers to resettle in Falaida Bangar.

'I am sorry': Rishi Sunak concedes defeat in UK general election, congratulates Keir Starmer for landslide victory

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak conceded defeat to opposition Labour Party in the national election on Friday. After securing his own parliamentary seat in northern England, Sunak congratulated Keir Starmer, the Labour Party leader, for his victory. "The Labour Party has won this general election and I have called Sir Keir Starmer to congratulat...

Not just wristbands, life in Tamil Nadu schools is caste-coded. Punishments to T-shirts

On 1 July, two groups of students pelted stones at each other at govt school in Tirunelveli. This was culmination of ‘caste tension’ between residents of two villages, it is learnt.

Thanks to Manish Malhotra, British singer Zayn Malik wore a sherwani!

The 31-year-old heartthrob took a detour into desi fashion as he wore a series of breathtaking sherwanis by none other than Manish Malhotra,

Yes Bank Q1 Results FY 2025 Date, Time: Quarterly earnings schedule announced - Details

Yes Bank Q1 Results FY 2025 date, time: Yes Bank Ltd, on July 3, has informed the bourses that the meeting of the Board of Directors of the Company is scheduled on July 20, 2024, inter alia, to consider and approve Intimation of the date of the Board Meeting for considering Un-audited Financial Results for the Quarter (Q1) ended June 30, 2024.

Fact Check: Kerala coaching centre ad viral with FALSE communal spin on NEET scam

India Today Fact Check found that this is an advertisement for a coaching centre in Kottakkal, Kerala, featuring students who achieved high scores in NEET.

Ajith Kumar's Wife Shalini Hospitalised, Photo From Hospital Goes Viral; Fans Concerned

Tamil superstar Ajith Kumar’s wife Shalini has everyone concerned after she shared a picture from the hospital. The former actress took to Instagram and shared a picture in which she was seen resting on the hospital bed while Ajith sat beside her. Shalini sported the hospital rob while she sat with the superstar. The couple held hands and even smiled for the camera. She shared the photo with the caption, “Love you forever ❤️❤️❤️.” While Shalini...

Zomato suspends hyperlocal goods delivery service Xtreme, restarts Intercity Legends: sources

Zomato's hyperlocal goods delivery service 'Xtream' was rolled out in nearly all the 750-800 cities where the company offers food delivery. Zomato has also removed the Xtream app from Google Play Store as well. The online food delivery giant has more than 300,000 delivery executives nationwide.

Vasant More joins Shiv Sena

Earlier he was the city unit president of MNs, but as MNS decided not to contest the election, he joined the VBA

UFO 'spotted' in USA? Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper takes selfie with unique vehicle

The vehicle is silver in colour and has a circular glass ceiling through which one can see two women sitting inside it.

Prabhas’ Kalki 2898 AD beats Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan but trails behind RRR and KGF 2 after Week 1

Prabhas’ Kalki 2898 AD amassed Rs 393.4 crore in its first week, surpassing Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan. Despite its impressive run, it trails behind RRR's Rs 477 crore and KGF 2's Rs 523.75 crore. With no major releases ahead, Kalki 2898 AD is expected to continue its box office success.

From 'Harom Hara' to 'Manamey': Don't miss these new Telugu releases on OTT platforms like Disney+ Hotstar, Netflix, Prime Video

In July 2024, Telugu cinema enthusiasts can look forward to a diverse lineup of releases on OTT platforms. Highlights include romantic drama 'Agnisakshi' on Disney+ Hotstar, action-packed 'Harom Hara', and the anticipated third season of 'Mirzapur' in Telugu on Amazon Prime. Also coming are 'Manamey', 'Rakshana', and other exciting titles, promising a month filled with love stories, thrillers, and compelling narratives from Tollywood.

Gravitas: India develops new explosive '2.01 times more lethal than standard TNT'

As per a report, India has successfully developed and certified a new explosive. The high-performance explosive is one of the most powerful non-nuclear explosives in the world and '2.01 times more lethal than standard TNT'. Molly Gambhir gets you

Dehradun temple throws slippers off the hillside in viral video: ‘respect our customs’

Tired of visitors leaving their footwear inside temple premises, a temple in Dehradun threw shoes and slippers off the hillside.

Rs 15000 becomes Rs 5.79 lakh in THIS defence stock in less than 4 years

Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Share: If someone had applied for one lot of its IPO, amounting to Rs 14,935, their investment would now have turned Rs 5.79 lakh, including the initial amount invested. This wealth appreciation happened within 4 years.

Kerala boy dies of rare brain-eating amoeba infection, 3rd death in 3 months

Mridul was admitted on June 24 at a private hospital after he contracted the infection. He was under treatment before he died on Thursday.

Radhika Merchant Dances, Mukesh Ambani-Nita Ambani On Cloud Nine at Mameru Ceremony; Watch Video

Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant Wedding: Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding festivities have officially begun. On Wednesday, the soon-to-marry couple joined their families to kick off their wedding ceremonies with a ceremony called Mameru. The wedding ceremony was an intimate affair, with both families and a few close friends present at the gathering. While a few videos and photos have already given a glimpse of the ceremony, a new video...

Jasprit Bumrah's big statement on retirement during Team India's felicitation ceremony at Wankhede Stadium

Jasprit Bumrah, the Indian fast bowler, has firmly asserted that he has no immediate intentions to bid farewell to T20I cricket. When questioned about the possibility of retiring from the shortest format, the pacer responded, "a long way away," indicating his desire to continue playing. Bumrah's remarks follow India's victorious journey in the T20 World Cup, where they emerged triumphant against South Africa in the final match held in Barbados.

Gold jumps Rs 530, silver bounces Rs 1,200 on firm global cues

New Delhi, Jul 4 (PTI) Gold prices jumped by Rs 530 to Rs 73,080 per 10 grams in the national capital on Thursday tracking a bullish trend in the international markets, according to HDFC Securities