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Quake-hit Venezuela restores metro, rail services

Venezuela earthquake toll rises to 2,595; over 12,000 injured as metro services resume, relief efforts intensify

Two powerful earthquakes measuring magnitude 7.5 and 7.2 struck north of Caracas last week, followed by 782 aftershocks. Rodriguez said the frequency and intensity of the aftershocks have gradually decreased.

Jul 3, 2026

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.

Jul 3, 2026

Ketan Agarwal murder case: Siya Goyal shows middle finger to media as police recover clothes, probe reveals murder rehearsal

Police on Thursday also took Siya Goyal to a hillock in Lulla Nagar, where the duo had allegedly rehearsed the crime weeks before executing the plan at Lohagad Fort

Jul 3, 2026

US unveils passport for 250th anniversary

Secretary of State Marco Rubio also announced plans to digitise the passport application process, allowing applicants to complete nearly the entire process online, including taking passport photos and facial verification. Future editions are expected to include QR codes linking to videos on key moments in American history.

Jul 3, 2026

Russia launches deadliest attack on Kyiv this year, fires 496 drones and 74 missiles; 27 killed

The strikes damaged residential buildings, hotels and key infrastructure, while rescue operations continued amid fears the death toll could rise. Ukraine condemned the assault and renewed calls for stronger Western air defence support, as Russia said the strikes targeted military-related facilities.

Jul 3, 2026

PM Modi Calls Japan PM Sanae Takaichi 'Choti Behen'; India, Japan Deepen Strategic Partnership

For a summit centred on diplomacy and strategic cooperation, the most memorable moment came when PM Modi called his Japanese counterpart, Sanae Takaichi, his "younger sister", and she responded by saying the two leaders would take the India-Japan relationship forward with the trust and warmth of "brother and sister."

Jul 2, 2026

Karnataka CM Shivakumar warns of a potentially severe drought this year

The state has launched drought preparedness measures, including monitoring water, fodder and drinking water availability. The Cabinet also approved the "Praja Seve" grievance redressal initiative and cleared several infrastructure, irrigation, healthcare and education projects.

Jul 2, 2026

Why petrol and diesel prices haven't fallen yet? Hardeep Singh Puri hints at rate cut

Petrol and diesel prices could be reduced if international crude oil prices remain low for a few more weeks, Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has said. He explained that oil marketing companies are still selling fuel refined from crude bought at higher prices during the West Asia conflict

Jul 2, 2026

Adani Electricity observes National Electrical Safety Week to protect homes, workplaces

National Electrical Safety Week observed in Mumbai to protect homes, workplaces

Adani Electricity observed National Electrical Safety Week 2026 from June 26 to July 2 across its offices and supply areas, organising workshops and awareness programmes for employees and customers under the theme, "Competency, Compliance, and Caution – Ensuring Electrical Safety."

Jul 2, 2026

Srinagar's 11-Year-Old Atiqa Asif Mir Scripts History With Selection for Formula 1 Academy Programme

Eleven-year-old karting sensation Atiqa Asif Mir from Srinagar has created history by becoming the first Indian and the first Asian female driver to be selected for the Formula 1 Academy's prestigious 'Discover Your Drive' development programme. Her remarkable achievement has earned praise from Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and is being hailed as a milestone for Indian motorsport.

Jul 2, 2026

Faizabad Bar Association files complaint naming Champat Rai, others over Ram Temple embezzlement

Ayodhya Police on Thursday accepted a complaint filed by the Faizabad Bar Association over the alleged Ram Mandir donation embezzlement case. Lawyers had staged a protest march demanding further legal action.

Jul 2, 2026

Red Bull, PepsiCo, Sting among 6 energy drink brands get FSSAI notices

Red Bull, PepsiCo, Sting , Campa among 6 energy drink brands get FSSAI notices

The FSSAI issued notices to six energy drink brands -- Red Bull Energy Drink, PepsiCo's Adrenaline Rush Energy Drink, Reliance Consumer Products' Campa Energy Drink Gold Boost, Sting Energy Drink, Hell Energy and Coca-Cola-backed Monster Energy -- over misbranding and misleading claims.

Jul 2, 2026

MeitY probes Chinese battery app after viral e-rickshaw shutdown prank videos raise safety concerns

MeitY probes Chinese battery app BAT-BMS after viral e-rickshaw shutdown prank videos raise safety concerns

The application, BAT-BMS, has come under the scanner after widely circulated videos showed individuals connecting to nearby e-rickshaws over Bluetooth and cutting power to the vehicles while they were moving.

Jul 2, 2026

Mumbai monsoon: Man Falls into Open Manhole In Sakinaka Amid Heavy Rains, Dies; two college girls electrocuted in Nerul

Heavy monsoon rains exposed major civic safety lapses across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. A 55-year-old man died after falling into an open manhole in Sakinaka, while two teenage girls suffered electric shocks in waterlogged Navi Mumbai due to a suspected exposed power cable.

Jul 2, 2026

Tourist dies after SUV crashes into under-construction bridge near Himachal's Atal Tunnel

A tourist from Rajasthan was killed and three others were injured after a speeding Mahindra Scorpio allegedly lost control, flew off the road and crashed onto an under-construction bridge near the north portal of the Atal Tunnel in Himachal Pradesh.

Jul 2, 2026

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Venezuela earthquake toll rises to 2,595; over 12,000 injured as metro services resume, relief efforts intensify

Explosion at central Damascus cafe kills 9, injures 20

Ketan Agarwal murder case: Siya Goyal shows middle finger to media as police recover clothes, probe reveals murder rehearsal

US unveils passport for 250th anniversary

Russia launches deadliest attack on Kyiv this year, fires 496 drones and 74 missiles; 27 killed

PM Modi Calls Japan PM Sanae Takaichi 'Choti Behen'; India, Japan Deepen Strategic Partnership

Karnataka CM Shivakumar warns of a potentially severe drought this year

Why petrol and diesel prices haven't fallen yet? Hardeep Singh Puri hints at rate cut

National Electrical Safety Week observed in Mumbai to protect homes, workplaces

Srinagar's 11-Year-Old Atiqa Asif Mir Scripts History With Selection for Formula 1 Academy Programme

Faizabad Bar Association files complaint naming Champat Rai, others over Ram Temple embezzlement

Red Bull, PepsiCo, Sting , Campa among 6 energy drink brands get FSSAI notices

MeitY probes Chinese battery app BAT-BMS after viral e-rickshaw shutdown prank videos raise safety concerns

Mumbai monsoon: Man Falls into Open Manhole In Sakinaka Amid Heavy Rains, Dies; two college girls electrocuted in Nerul

Tourist dies after SUV crashes into under-construction bridge near Himachal's Atal Tunnel

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]