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U.S. Justice Department withdraws NY Times subpoenas over Trump plane report
World

U.S. Justice Department withdraws NY Times subpoenas over Trump plane report

The newspaper had challenged the government requests for phone records of reporters and grand jury testimony as an attempt to "intimidate" the press and filed a motion to have them quashed

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
"Will Cooperate": Pawan Khera Appears Before Assam Police In Defamation Case
India

"Will Cooperate": Pawan Khera Appears Before Assam Police In Defamation Case

Congress leader Pawan Khera appeared before the Assam Police Crime Branch to cooperate with an ongoing investigation regarding a defamation case. The leader stated his intent to comply with the legal process following notice from the authorities.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
US National, Khalistani Extremist Among 5 Caught Entering India Illegally From Nepal
World

US National, Khalistani Extremist Among 5 Caught Entering India Illegally From Nepal

Authorities have apprehended five individuals, including a U.S. national and a Khalistani extremist, while they attempted to cross the border from Nepal into India. The joint operation involved the Sashastra Seema Bal and the Uttar Pradesh Police who intercepted the group during the illegal entry at

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
Know Your Minister: Dharmendra Pradhan's net worth, education and criminal cases
Politics

Know Your Minister: Dharmendra Pradhan's net worth, education and criminal cases

Pradhan, 57, is one of the most influential BJP leaders and has held several important positions in the Union Government, including Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Minister of Skill Development and Entrepreneurshi

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
U.S. Pentagon awards Oracle nearly $7 billion deal in latest software consolidation push
Technology

U.S. Pentagon awards Oracle nearly $7 billion deal in latest software consolidation push

The agreement spans five years, with a further five-year option, and covers the entire Pentagon, ​along with ‌the U.S. Coast Guard and the intelligence community

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
The Woman Who Edited ‘Raja Harishchandra’ Sold Her Jewellery to Help Bring It to Life

The Woman Who Edited ‘Raja Harishchandra’ Sold Her Jewellery to Help Bring It to Life

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
Beyond paper leaks, the question of trust and institutional integrity
India

Beyond paper leaks, the question of trust and institutional integrity

The uniqueness of the present agitation lies in one of the most powerful aspirations in contemporary India: the belief that education and competitive examinations provide a pathway to social and economic mobility.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
Fate of ICC chief prosecutor heads to unprecedented vote as U.S. sanctions keep him out of New York

Fate of ICC chief prosecutor heads to unprecedented vote as U.S. sanctions keep him out of New York

British barrister Karim Khan has been accused of sexual misconduct with a female aide

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
Will Houthi attacks on Saudi ships hurt India | Explained

Will Houthi attacks on Saudi ships hurt India | Explained

The strikes, which the Houthis said were part of a “naval blockade” on Saudi Arabia, threaten to block another vital chokepoint, the Bab el-Mandeb, in the global oil trade after the Strait of Hormuz

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
Meet the 102-YO Lawyer Who Ran a Secret Jungle Radio During Goa’s Freedom Struggle

Meet the 102-YO Lawyer Who Ran a Secret Jungle Radio During Goa’s Freedom Struggle

On 19 December 1961, the people of Goa looked towards the sky, baffled at the downpour. Leaflets were raining down. Each bore a message: ‘Rejoice! Rejoice! Brothers and sisters. Goa is free after 450 years.’ The news rai

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
Nagaland Man Sends 150 Pizzas And Biscuits To Jantar Mantar, Rs 73,000 Bill Goes Viral

Nagaland Man Sends 150 Pizzas And Biscuits To Jantar Mantar, Rs 73,000 Bill Goes Viral

A man from Nagaland has gained social media attention after sending a massive order of pizzas and biscuits to protesters at Jantar Mantar. The viral receipts show a total expenditure exceeding Rs 73,000 to provide food for the demonstrators in New Delhi.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
Simply spellbinding

Simply spellbinding

Fast-paced and exciting, there’s never a dull moment in Witchstorm by Tim Tilley.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
Austrian Woman Debunks Myths About India, Highlights Its Diversity

Austrian Woman Debunks Myths About India, Highlights Its Diversity

An Austrian woman has shared her experiences in India to debunk common international misconceptions about the country. She emphasized that India's vast cultural diversity and modern advancements are often overlooked in global narratives.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul

West Asia war LIVE: U.S. military launches new strikes on Iran as clashes escalate over shipping routes

Iranian state media reported explosions along the strait in Qeshm and Bandar Abbas, where two people were reportedly injured

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
Box Office: Jana Nayagan, With Rs 41 Crore In India, Falls Short Of GOAT

Box Office: Jana Nayagan, With Rs 41 Crore In India, Falls Short Of GOAT

Jana Nayagan also couldn't beat the openings of Vijay's blockbusters: Beast minted Rs 49.30 crore and GOAT minted Rs 44 crore.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
Amazon's Jeff Bezos pushes Prime Video redesign focused on AI

Amazon's Jeff Bezos pushes Prime Video redesign focused on AI

The resulting project, known internally as Lighthouse, would shine a light on Amazon’s ​AI capabilities for the more than 200 million consumers who use Prime Video

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
18-storey building of an apartment complex in south Bengaluru to be demolished
India

18-storey building of an apartment complex in south Bengaluru to be demolished

According to GBA sources, the tower slated for demolition is one of the five wings of a residential complex

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
Need a regulatory framework for virtual digital assets, says House finance panel

Need a regulatory framework for virtual digital assets, says House finance panel

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
Adani denies plans to enter airline business, calls reports ‘baseless and factually incorrect’
Business

Adani denies plans to enter airline business, calls reports ‘baseless and factually incorrect’

It said, “Adani Enterprises is not evaluating any proposal to enter the airline business.”

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
Western Ganga theme chosen for Lalbagh’s Independence Day flower show
India

Western Ganga theme chosen for Lalbagh’s Independence Day flower show

Horticulture Department had sent around 20 options to the officials concerned and the Chief Minister’s Office

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
How should cities reclaim footpaths? | Explained
India

How should cities reclaim footpaths? | Explained

Why was the Street Vendors Act enacted? What does the Act require before vendors can be removed? What is the role of the Town Vending Committee? Can street vendors be evicted before a survey is completed? Why has Bengalu

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
50% Upside For Vishal Mega Mart? Motilal Oswal Raises Target Price After Q1 Results

50% Upside For Vishal Mega Mart? Motilal Oswal Raises Target Price After Q1 Results

Vishal Mega Mart continues to be one of the most consistent retail players in Motilal Oswal's coverage universe, supported by a diversified product mix, ownership of opening price points, significant...

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
After aide reshuffle, Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav gets new private secretary

After aide reshuffle, Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav gets new private secretary

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul
"We Don't Need To Respond In Advance": Carney On Trump's 50% Tariff Threat
World

"We Don't Need To Respond In Advance": Carney On Trump's 50% Tariff Threat

Former Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney stated that Canada should not prematurely react to trade threats from the incoming U.S. administration. His comments follow Donald Trump's proposal for significant new tariffs on a wide range of Canadian exports.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 24 Jul