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Amitabh Bachchan tells fans 'venture out only if urgent' as Mumbai rains lash city; thanks crowd outside Jalsa

The downpour also triggered a political clash between the MNS and BJP over alleged BMC corruption and infrastructure failures, with both parties trading sharp accusations over the Mumbai-Pune Missing Link Expressway and the city's monsoon preparedness.

16 days ago

Gold steady, silver slips as easing Fed rate hike expectations, lower crude prices support bullion

On the MCX, gold futures slipped 0.14 per cent while silver fell 0.51 per cent, although both precious metals gained in international markets.

16 days ago

Mumbai flights diverted, Expressway hit by landslide; Badrinath Highway blocked, schools shut in Uttarakhand; Delhi on yellow alert

Relentless monsoon rains continued to batter Maharashtra on Monday, bringing normal life to a standstill across Mumbai. IMD issuing a red alert for Mumbai, Thane and surrounding regions, educational institutions remained shut, transport services were severely disrupted, flight operations were affected

16 days ago

'We have many friends, including India, with 1.4 billion people,' says Netanyahu; Denies US is Israel's only ally, counters JD Vance

PM Modi paid a state visit to Israel in February and had said that India stood with Israel "firmly with full conviction". This was two days before Israel and the US launched a surprise attack on Iran, which later snowballed into a full-fledged war.

16 days ago

Audio recording shows IRGC warning vessels against transiting Strait of Hormuz

15 India-bound fertiliser ships cross Hormuz safely, stocks set to rise

Among the 15 vessels, eight vessels are carrying 3.32 lakh metric tonnes (LMT) of urea, four are carrying 2.57 LMT of DAP, and three are carrying 1.11 LMT of sulphur.

16 days ago

Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet ships conclude port call at Singapore

The visit featured cross-deck interactions with the Republic of Singapore Navy, meetings with senior naval officials, tributes at the Kranji War Memorial, and engagements with the Indian diaspora and diplomatic community.

17 days ago

Centre dismisses reports of Bhutan rejecting E20 petrol proposal, says no export offer was made

The government said these claims were baseless, while reiterating that India's E20 petrol programme is aimed at reducing crude oil imports, lowering emissions and promoting domestic biofuel production through the nationwide rollout of 20 per cent ethanol-blended petrol.

17 days ago

E20 petrol saved Rs 1.90 lakh crore in forex as OPEC+ weighs August oil output hike

The government also highlighted that ethanol blending is a globally accepted practice adopted by countries such as the US, Brazil and Japan. Meanwhile, OPEC+ is expected to consider a modest increase in oil production for August as it continues to unwind earlier supply cuts amid easing geopolitical tensions and stabilising global oil markets.

17 days ago

India to host BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies meet in Assam from tomorrow

India will host the BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies Meeting in Guwahati on July 6-7, with discussions focusing on combating synthetic drugs, strengthening intelligence sharing and enhancing operational cooperation.

17 days ago

Zomato, Swiggy hike platform fee to Rs 6 per order

Karnataka HC refuses to stay Gig Workers Act, directs platforms to deposit welfare fee

While protecting the platforms from coercive action, the court said the fee will remain with the registry until the constitutional challenge is decided. The next hearing is on August 14.

17 days ago

2,004 calls, two treks and a murder plot: How Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary allegedly planned Ketan Agarwal's killing

Pune Murder Case: Ketan Agarwal's Grandfather Dies 16 Days After His Death Amid Ongoing Probe

Ketan Agarwal's grandfather, Devichand Agarwal (71), died of a cardiac arrest in Pune on July 4, just 16 days after the 26-year-old realtor's death at Lohagad Fort. Family members said he was devastated by the tragedy and had been demanding justice.

17 days ago

Trump vows America will 'never' embrace communism

Trump said America's founding principles of liberty and individual freedom were incompatible with communist ideology. He honoured veterans of the Korean War and Cold War, saying their sacrifices defeated communism abroad and warning against its return at home.

17 days ago

Jaish, Lashkar members in govt's list of 23 Pakistan-based terrorists

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) released a set of notifications to include the names in the Fourth Schedule of the UAPA, that gives the government the power to declare people as terrorists if they indulge in any terrorist activity.

18 days ago

Centre Issues Notice To Telegram To Crack Down On Pirated Films & OTT Content; Seeks Action Report In 15 Days

Stressing platform accountability, the government said Telegram must proactively curb copyright violations instead of relying on individual takedowns, warning that non-compliance could invite legal action.

18 days ago

Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde Hospitalised After Sudden Health Scare

Maha Dy CM Shinde hospitalised in Thane due to exhaustion; condition stable

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief leader Eknath Shinde was rushed to a private hospital in Thane on Friday after his health deteriorated suddenly. According to preliminary reports on Saturday, Shinde is currently under the care of a team of specialist doctors, and his condition is stated to be completely stable.

18 days ago

Ram Temple donation theft: Land, bank records under scrutiny as photo of accused inside cash counting centre surfaces

The investigation into the alleged Ram Temple donation theft has intensified, with Ayodhya Police scrutinising the land and bank records of the accused to determine whether their assets qualify as "proceeds of crime."

18 days ago

Centre to seek explanation from Meta over Instagram ads linked to child sexual abuse

The government is also expected to seek details on Meta's content moderation and advertisement review processes. Meta had not issued an official statement at the time of reporting. The development comes shortly after the government asked WhatsApp to defer the rollout of its username feature in India

19 days ago

NHRC issues notice over costly private textbooks, asks Centre and states to enforce NCERT norms

NHRC takes suo motu cognisance of Bengaluru daycare abuse, seeks report in two weeks

The case came to light after videos allegedly showing caregivers abusing children were shared with Child Helpline officials. Police have registered an FIR against five caregivers, arrested one accused, constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT), and are continuing the investigation.

19 days ago

India seeks probe into alleged organ removal from seafarer's body in Venezuela

The Indian Embassy in Caracas has sought a thorough investigation into the alleged removal of organs from the body of Indian seafarer Rakesh Chauhan, who reportedly died of a cardiac arrest in Venezuela in May.

19 days ago

Explosion at central Damascus cafe kills 9, injures 20

The blast occurred on al-Nasr Street near the Justice Palace, prompting a large emergency response as authorities launched an investigation. No group has claimed responsibility.

19 days ago

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Articles by Aarav Mehta

Amitabh Bachchan tells fans 'venture out only if urgent' as Mumbai rains lash city; thanks crowd outside Jalsa

Gold steady, silver slips as easing Fed rate hike expectations, lower crude prices support bullion

Mumbai flights diverted, Expressway hit by landslide; Badrinath Highway blocked, schools shut in Uttarakhand; Delhi on yellow alert

'We have many friends, including India, with 1.4 billion people,' says Netanyahu; Denies US is Israel's only ally, counters JD Vance

15 India-bound fertiliser ships cross Hormuz safely, stocks set to rise

Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet ships conclude port call at Singapore

Centre dismisses reports of Bhutan rejecting E20 petrol proposal, says no export offer was made

E20 petrol saved Rs 1.90 lakh crore in forex as OPEC+ weighs August oil output hike

India to host BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies meet in Assam from tomorrow

Karnataka HC refuses to stay Gig Workers Act, directs platforms to deposit welfare fee

Pune Murder Case: Ketan Agarwal's Grandfather Dies 16 Days After His Death Amid Ongoing Probe

Trump vows America will 'never' embrace communism

Jaish, Lashkar members in govt's list of 23 Pakistan-based terrorists

Centre Issues Notice To Telegram To Crack Down On Pirated Films & OTT Content; Seeks Action Report In 15 Days

Maha Dy CM Shinde hospitalised in Thane due to exhaustion; condition stable

Ram Temple donation theft: Land, bank records under scrutiny as photo of accused inside cash counting centre surfaces

Centre to seek explanation from Meta over Instagram ads linked to child sexual abuse

NHRC takes suo motu cognisance of Bengaluru daycare abuse, seeks report in two weeks

India seeks probe into alleged organ removal from seafarer's body in Venezuela

Explosion at central Damascus cafe kills 9, injures 20

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh

Ranbir Kapoor's fans burst crackers inside theatres during Animal screening; fans say 'low budget Salman Khan' fans'