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"Lone Voice Of Silence": Sonia Gandhi's Gaza Op-Ed Draws BJP Criticism

The BJP accused the Rajya Sabha MP of trying to misinform the people and mixing up foreign policy with vote bank.

Veteran Tamil actor-director K Bhagyaraj dies at 73

Tamil cinema mourns the loss of K. Bhagyaraj, a versatile filmmaker and actor, who passed away at 73. Known as a "one-man studio," Bhagyaraj excelled as a director, writer, composer, and actor, leaving behind a legacy of popular films like 'Mundhanai Mudichu'. His ability to master multiple roles in his productions was a rare feat. He also ventured into writing and editing, and was set to return to directing.

Forget Temple Run, Delhi footpaths turn into real-life obstacle course for pedestrians

Delhi's footpaths, meant for safe pedestrian movement, are largely unusable. Reporters found markets, hospital zones, office hubs, and educational areas where pavements are blocked by shops, parked vehicles, vendors, and construction. This forces pedestrians onto busy roads, making walking a dangerous and difficult ordeal, despite the Supreme Court recognizing it as a fundamental right.

'Siya Goyal's wig remark, forced marriage, secret relationship': Twist after twist in murder case

A Lohagad Fort fall has escalated into a murder probe, with police arresting a fiancée and her alleged partner for the realtor's death. Investigators suggest a complex motive involving a secret relationship, reluctance to marry, and family pressure. Evidence points to a conspiracy, with conflicting accounts from the accused on who masterminded the alleged crime. The investigation continues.

Venezuela Earthquakes Live: New 4.9 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Venezuela

Venezuela earthquake LIVE Updates: The second earthquake struck just a minute later, with a 7.5-magnitude, and its epicentre was 16 kilometres southwest of Moron.

Exclusive: In Africa, A City Waits For The Massacre Everyone Sees Coming

In Sudan, Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militants are closing in on the strategic city of El Obeid. Experts and rights groups have warned of a "genocide-like" event, similar to what unfolded in El Fasher.

Rajkumar Hirani on rumours of a film with Ranbir Kapoor: 'No, I'm not making anything with him'

Filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani has dismissed rumors regarding a new film featuring Ranbir Kapoor, reassuring fans that no plans are currently in motion. He did share exciting news, revealing that sequels to '3 Idiots' and 'Munna Bhai' are in the works, with scripts being fine-tuned. Meanwhile, Hirani is set to venture into streaming with 'Pritam And Pedro' on JioHotstar, marking the screen debut of his son Vir.

Earthquake Of Magnitude 5.5 Hits Pakistan, No Damage Reported

There were no immediate reports of deaths or damage to property.

Sergei Ivanov, once seen as Putin's potential successor, dies at 73

Watch: US releases footage of retaliatory strikes on Iran military sites

'Gravest sin': Priyanka Gandhi says Ram Temple donation fraud has 'stunned entire nation'

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has called for a thorough investigation into the alleged irregularities surrounding donations to the Ram Temple. She highlighted the need for severe consequences for those responsible and raised concerns about whether lower-tier staff could act independently without higher-ups' influence. Gandhi asserted that the inquiry should be transparent and hold all involved parties accountable for their actions.

Tamil Nadu Woman Dies After Fall From Hilltop Temple As Monkeys Surround Her

Police said the couple was feeding fruits to monkeys when several of the animals suddenly gathered around them.

CGPSC SI Prelims 2026: Admit card out at website ahead of July 12 exam - download here

The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has released admit cards for the SI Cadre Preliminary Examination 2026. Candidates who cleared the PET/PST can download their hall tickets from the official website. The prelims will be held on July 12, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM across examination centers in all 33 districts. A total of 63,342 candidates will compete for 341 vacancies in the State Home (Police) Department, including SI, Subedar, and Platoon Commander posts.

Star of Kerala’s anti-drug crackdown: A distraught mother

"If She Didn't Like Ketan...": Pune Fort Murder Accused's Brother To Cops

Police allege that Ketan Agarwal was pushed off a cliff at Lohagad Fort on June 18 by his fiance Siya Goyal, 20 and her alleged lover Chetan Chaudhary, 22.

US or Iran: Who really broke ceasefire this time?

Terror Plot Averted In Assam, 2 Members Of Banned Outfit ULFA(I) Arrested

Security personnel recovered a significant cache of arms, ammunition, and survival equipment from their possession.

US-Iran War Live Updates: "Violence Will Be Met With Violence," Says JD Vance As US Strikes Iran

US-Iran War Live Updates: Donald Trump and his Iranian counterpart, Masoud Pezeshkian, signed a 14-point deal to end the Middle East war on June 17.

Swiss glaciers shrink as climate crisis fuels extreme heat across Europe

Switzerland's glaciers are facing unprecedented melting, with "glacier loss day" arriving exceptionally early this year due to a prolonged European heatwave, warm May, and insufficient winter snowfall. Experts warn that this rapid ice loss, exacerbated by persistent high temperatures, mirrors the dire conditions of 2022 and threatens to leave only remnants of glaciers by 2100, impacting vital European river systems.

'Profound change required': Volkswagen plans 100,000 job cuts and four plant closures

Volkswagen is planning a massive job cut of 100,000 positions and the closure of four German plants. This drastic overhaul, the most significant in its history, aims to counter intense competition from Chinese electric vehicle makers. The automaker also intends to reduce research and development spending by 15% as it faces declining market share in China and growing pressure from rivals expanding globally.