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Wreckage of Pan Am plane that shaped aviation safety found 74 years on
The deaths of 52 people on the Clipper Endeavor led to the introduction of mandatory pre-flight safety briefings.

Centre weighs easing cross-ownership rules between airlines and airports
Current rules cap airline ownership in airports and are inferred to similarly restrict airport operators from owning airlines
BJP, Congress workers come to blows in Patna as Delhi protests fallout continues
How the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8 phones compare
Samsung's latest round of folding Galaxy Z phones and updated smartwatches were announced at its July 2026 Unpacked event and set to launch on August 7th. The Galaxy Z Flip 8, Fold 8, and Fold 8 Ultra don't seem geared t

Odisha farmers spend sleepless nights as fertiliser shortage fears grow
Preorders for Samsung’s new Z Fold and Flip 8 come with up to $350 in gift cards
Samsung's newest foldables are here. At Galaxy Unpacked, the company announced the Galaxy Z Flip 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8, and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. All three devices will be available on August 7th, but you can preorder them

Indian economy navigated well external uncertainties: RBI Bulletin
“Industrial and services sector indicators remained firm. Farm sector is witnessing uneven southwest monsoon, but the impact on food inflation may be mitigated by comfortable foodgrain stocks.”
Dr Reddy’s reports muted Q1FY27 results, net profit drops 69%
Dr Reddy’s missed estimates, with revenue down 5.6% to ₹8,071 crore, and profit falling to ₹444 crore.

Jana Nayagan: The twisting path to theatrical release
Chief Minister Vijay’s last movie as star actor - Jana Nayagan - dropped at theatres across the world after protracted censoring issues, and leaking of high-definition movie footage. Here is a timeline of events.

Samsung launches its priciest smartphone lineup ever amid chip cost crunch
Soaring raw material prices have made the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series Samsung's most expensive range yet, even as the company works to buffer consumers from the full brunt of chip inflation.
If you pay a hacker’s ransom, chances are that they’ll come back for more
The long-held understanding among security researchers and network defenders is that it's impossible to negotiate in good faith with an extortion racket because there's no incentive for the other side to actually walk aw

Iran Denies Secret Nuclear Site At Pickaxe Mountain Amid US Strike Threat
Tehran has officially rejected American claims regarding a secret nuclear facility located at an area known as Pickaxe Mountain. This denial follows direct warnings from Washington concerning potential military action against the site.

Intel layoffs: Chipmaker to begin fresh round of job cuts in data centre division
Intel Layoffs: The company added that the organisational changes are expected to help it operate with greater ‘simplicity and speed.’

German Approval Sparks Security Concerns Over French Russian Nuclear Project
Germany's recent approval of a partnership between Framatome and Rosatom has triggered significant security concerns across Europe. The collaboration aims to manufacture nuclear fuel rods for Russian-designed reactors within a facility located in Lingen.

NTPC Green Q1 Results: Profit Jumps 38%, Revenue Crosses Rs 1,100 Crore
Strong renewable power generation and higher revenue lift NTPC Green's June-quarter earnings, while margins remain near 90%.
Who is Mykhailo Drapatyi, Ukraine's new commander-in-chief?
Drapatyi becomes Ukraine's third commander-in-chief since Russia's full-scale invasion in February 2022.
Delhi’s protests spawn Congress vs BJP street battles in several cities

Mark Cuban sounds alarm over OpenAI's AI spending, ‘trillion dollars spent just to be an app’
Billionaire investor Mark Cuban criticises OpenAI's $1 trillion investment plan, questioning its potential for adequate returns.

Nearly 700 Detained As J&K Police Launch Security Sweep
Jammu and Kashmir authorities have apprehended nearly 700 individuals as part of a massive coordinated security sweep across the region. The operation was launched following specific intelligence regarding logistics networks supporting local militant activities.
Chennai Grand Masters | Alireza Firouzja walks away with the title after a draw
Woman’s hand severed by partner in Kadakkavoor
Domestic disputes allegedly triggered the brutal assault, resulting in head injuries and a severed hand.

Will end fast if Centre assures no action against protesters: Wangchuk writes to Nadda, Singh
He also said that Union Ministers J.P. Nadda and Jitendra Singh had already assured him that the government would positively consider his two other key demands
Andhra Pickleball League launch announced, auction to be held today

APSRTC employees’ JAC seeks settlement of long-pending demands
JAC calls for PRC implementation, clearance of pending dues, recruitment, procurement of 4,000 buses and withdrawal of privatisation measures
