US and India Deepen Defence, Nuclear and AI Cooperation: State Dept

IMD forecasts week-long rain in Shimla, Dehradun; Delhi to see light showers

Microsoft seeks UK Supreme Court appeal after losing £270m software resale case

Microsoft is pursuing permission to appeal to the UK Supreme Court following a £270 million ruling in favour of software reseller ValueLicensing. The Competition Appeal Tribunal ruled in 2025 that reselling Microsoft's perpetual on-premise licences did not constitute copyright infringement. The Court of Appeal upheld that decision on July 7, with judges drawing parallels to the 2012 UsedSoft ruling that previously went against Oracle. A partial stay has been granted, allowing disclosure applications to continue, with a related hearing anticipated in September.

Rising Costs and Ride Apps Make Urban Car Ownership a Tough Financial Call

Growing car ownership expenses and the expanding availability of app-based ride services are prompting urban residents to reconsider buying a personal vehicle. The combined costs of purchasing, maintaining, and operating a car in a city have increased significantly in recent years. Meanwhile, platforms offering on-demand mobility have become more reliable and widespread, providing a practical alternative. This shift is leading many city dwellers to weigh whether owning a car still offers financial value over using shared or app-based transport options.

Knife attacker targets three women in Paris, claims divine command

A man attacked three women with knives in Paris, claiming he was commanded by Allah to carry out the assault. Footage circulating online showed the attacker, a long-haired man in a cream tracksuit, wielding two large knives. He was seen attempting to stab at least one young woman in the video. It remains unclear whether any of the victims sustained injuries. Authorities are investigating the incident.