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World

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.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul
Centre weighs easing cross-ownership rules between airlines and airports
Business

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

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul

BJP, Congress workers come to blows in Patna as Delhi protests fallout continues

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul
Technology

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

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul
Odisha farmers spend sleepless nights as fertiliser shortage fears grow

Odisha farmers spend sleepless nights as fertiliser shortage fears grow

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul
Technology

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

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul
Indian economy navigated well external uncertainties: RBI Bulletin
Business

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.”

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul
Dr Reddy’s reports muted Q1FY27 results, net profit drops 69%
Business

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.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul
Jana Nayagan: The twisting path to theatrical release

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.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul
Samsung launches its priciest smartphone lineup ever amid chip cost crunch
Business

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.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul

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

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul
Iran Denies Secret Nuclear Site At Pickaxe Mountain Amid US Strike Threat
India

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.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul
Intel layoffs: Chipmaker to begin fresh round of job cuts in data centre division
Business

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.’

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul
German Approval Sparks Security Concerns Over French Russian Nuclear Project
India

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.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul
NTPC Green Q1 Results: Profit Jumps 38%, Revenue Crosses Rs 1,100 Crore

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%.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul
World

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.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul

Delhi’s protests spawn Congress vs BJP street battles in several cities

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul
Mark Cuban sounds alarm over OpenAI's AI spending, ‘trillion dollars spent just to be an app’
Business

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.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul
Nearly 700 Detained As J&K Police Launch Security Sweep
India

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.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul
Chennai Grand Masters | Alireza Firouzja walks away with the title after a draw
Sports

Chennai Grand Masters | Alireza Firouzja walks away with the title after a draw

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul
India

Woman’s hand severed by partner in Kadakkavoor

Domestic disputes allegedly triggered the brutal assault, resulting in head injuries and a severed hand.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul
Will end fast if Centre assures no action against protesters: Wangchuk writes to Nadda, Singh
India

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

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul
India

Andhra Pickleball League launch announced, auction to be held today

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul
APSRTC employees’ JAC seeks settlement of long-pending demands

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

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 22 Jul