Telangana man kills 4 relatives over debt, used online videos to plan murders

A gruesome quadruple murder in Nalgonda, Telangana has been solved following the arrest of four individuals, including the prime accused. The main suspect, a relative of the victims, was motivated by financial debt and a desire for revenge. Police revealed he methodically planned the killings after watching instructional videos online. The accused also robbed the victims, later pawning stolen gold and documents. Four people were arrested in connection with the case.

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Twin Venezuela Earthquakes: Why the Second Strike Caused More Building Damage

Venezuela was struck by two powerful earthquakes in quick succession, with the second tremor proving particularly destructive to buildings. Experts point to the short time interval between the two quakes as a key factor in the increased structural damage. Soil type also played a significant role, as different ground compositions caused some buildings to collapse while neighboring structures remained standing. The combination of these geological and timing factors helps explain the uneven pattern of destruction observed across affected areas.

Maharashtra IAS Officer Tukaram Mundhe at Centre of Food Regulator Controversy

Tukaram Haribhau Mundhe, one of Maharashtra's most prominent IAS officers, has found himself at the centre of a controversy involving the state's food regulatory body. He is widely known for his uncompromising stance and fiercely independent approach to administration. Mundhe has built a strong public reputation over the years for taking bold decisions regardless of political pressure. The dispute surrounding the food regulator has brought renewed attention to his administrative style and conduct.

Apple to White House: Allow us to work with this 'banned' Chinese company as ...

Apple is reportedly lobbying the White House to allow it to purchase memory chips from a Chinese company, ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT), which is on a Pentagon blacklist. This move comes as soaring chip costs pressure Apple, despite concerns from US lawmakers about aiding Chinese technological advancement. The tech giant faces a dilemma between financial relief and national security restrictions.

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin orders state honours for veteran filmmaker K. Bhagyaraj

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has announced state honours for the funeral of veteran filmmaker K. Bhagyaraj, who passed away recently. Known as the 'King of Screenplay,' Bhagyaraj was widely respected across the Tamil film industry. He made significant contributions to cinema as a director, actor, and writer over several decades. His films were praised for their human values and socially relevant themes, leaving a lasting legacy in Tamil cinema.

Meet INS Sudarshini: Indian Navy's sailing ambassador in US

India's sail training ship INS Sudarshini arrived in Baltimore on June 26, 2026, as part of the Lokayan 26 expedition. This visit, following participation in Sail250 Virginia, underscores India's maritime heritage and strong ties with the US Navy. The ship, a three-masted barque, will engage in maritime and community activities ahead of the US's 250th anniversary celebrations, showcasing its role as a floating ambassador.

'Trump, PM Modi Couldn't Be Closer': Top US Diplomat On Ties With India

The Trump administration holds PM Modi in high regard, and India is seen as the US's closest strategic partners, said Marco Rubio.

Sagar Adani Calls For Faster Electrification To Boost Energy Security, Growth

Speaking at the inaugural Adani Green Energy Dialogue, Sagar Adani said that energy security, affordability and sustainability are among the defining challenges of our time.

Russia strikes Ukraine's Naftogaz production facilities with ballistic missiles, drones

In a recent onslaught, Ukraine's energy infrastructure was heavily targeted by Russian forces, leading to significant damage in the Poltava and Kharkiv regions over two days. The Naftogaz Group confirmed that despite the impact on critical energy facilities and a shuttle bus, all employees remained unharmed due to comprehensive safety measures. Damage assessments are ongoing to evaluate the full extent of the destruction.

FIFA World Cup: Iran's locker room message after Egypt draw goes viral

Iran's football team garnered admiration for their sportsmanship, leaving a heartfelt message in the dressing room after their World Cup draw against Egypt. The note emphasized respect and fair play over victory. This follows a similar gesture after their match against Belgium. On the field, Egypt achieved a historic World Cup knockout stage qualification with the 1-1 draw.

52 Indians stranded amid Kailash Mansarovar yatra

Swift Structs — Building Your Own Custom Types 🏗️

So far we've been working with Swift's built-in types — String, Int, Bool, Array. But what if you need a type that doesn't exist yet? What if you want to represent a ninja, or an anime character, or a guild? That's exactly what structs are for. 🍥 A struct lets you create your own custom, complex data type — complete with its own variables and its own functions.

Venezuela earthquakes: How India's armed forces have become a global first responder

India's armed forces have once again showcased their global humanitarian reach. Following devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, a 41-member rescue team and a field hospital were swiftly dispatched. This mission echoes past successful operations like those in Nepal, Yemen, and South Sudan, highlighting India's robust capability in rapid disaster response and civilian evacuation worldwide, extending far beyond national defense.

AI Helps Us Write Code Faster. So Why Aren’t Projects Moving Faster?

We can generate code faster than ever. Features that once took several days can now be implemented in a few hours. Boilerplate disappears almost instantly. Tests, migrations, API clients, and entire components can be produced before we have finished describing the task. On paper, software teams should be moving at an incredible speed.

Why current balance is a weak UX primitive for everyday banking

If an app shows only how much money is there right now but ignores the obligations already moving towards that balance, it gives the user a distorted picture of reality One of the most underestimated mistakes in digital banking is the assumption that the current balance already gives the user a meaningful picture of their financial state. In practice, it is far too weak a signal for decision-making. The problem is that a balance shows only the current state of the money, but says almost nothing about what is already moving towards that money next. Rent, subscriptions, recurring charges, transf

Handling ISO Currency Codes in Software

Quick Answer: When processing financial transactions over the internet, systems cannot rely on ambiguous symbols like the dollar sign ($) because dozens of countries share it. Instead, banking APIs use ISO 4217, a global standard that assigns a unique three-letter code (like USD, CAD, or AUD) to unambiguously identify every currency. If you were to write "$129" in a text message, your friend probably knows exactly what you mean based on where you live. But if you send "$129" to a banking API, you have a problem. Think of currency symbols like local time zones.

'Target Indians': NZ foreign minister alleges ‘covert’ immigration changes under FTA

New Zealand's Foreign Minister Winston Peters has accused the government of covertly introducing discriminatory immigration rules targeting Indian citizens under the new Free Trade Agreement. He claims these changes, including stricter visa tests and residency requirements, were deliberately kept from public view to avoid Indian backlash. The government, however, has vehemently rejected these allegations, calling them misinformation and highlighting the FTA's benefits for trade.

13 Hotels, 1 Coaching Centre Sealed Amid Fire Safety Crackdown In Ahmedabad

In cases where safety protocols were completely ignored, fire authorities took action by sealing 13 hotels and one prominent coaching institute to prevent potential hazards.

MDMK ends nine-year alliance with DMK-led Secular Progressive Front

The Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK), led by Vaiko, has formally withdrawn from the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance after nine years. The party cited ideological differences and a gradual erosion of its distinct political identity as the primary reasons for the split. MDMK leaders also expressed frustration over having to contest elections under the DMK's party symbol rather than their own. The exit comes in the wake of notable political realignments in Tamil Nadu following recent Assembly elections.