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Estée Lauder Notifies Employees Following Oracle E-Business Data Breach
The Estée Lauder Companies has disclosed that employee data was compromised following a cyberattack targeting Oracle's E-Business Suite (EBS), prompting the company to notify current and former employees whose informatio

‘Working with BJP’: AAP blames Congress after protest outside PM house
Amorepacific Plans Sale of Inner Beauty Manufacturing Plant to Improve Capital Efficiency
Amorepacific is seeking to sell its Anseong health supplement manufacturing plant as part of a broader business restructuring strategy focused on improving capital efficiency and strengthening its core beauty and inner b
Lemme Faces New Class-Action Lawsuit Over GLP-1 Supplement Marketing Claims
Kourtney Kardashian Barker's wellness brand, Lemme, has been named in a new class-action lawsuit alleging that it made misleading marketing claims about the weight-loss benefits of its GLP-1 dietary supplement. The post
UK OPSS Publishes New Cosmetic Product Safety Notification Data
The UK's Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has published new data from its Submit a Cosmetic Products Notification (SCPN) system, highlighting its ongoing oversight of cosmetic product safety and regulatory
California Expands Chemical Restrictions on Nail Products and Cleaning Products
The California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) has designated nail products containing more than 250 parts per million (ppm) of triphenyl phosphate (TPhP) as a priority product under the Safer Consumer Prod
Markets decline in early trade on higher crude oil prices, selling in bank stocks
Elevated crude oil prices and persistent geopolitical tensions have tempered risk appetite in the markets, according to an expert

Living by the sun, losing to the rain: life in Marakkanam’s salt pans in T.N.
For salt pan workers, the weather forms the basis of their livelihood: long, hot days take a toll on their body but allow them to earn, while spells of rain offer relief but mean wages are lost. Climate change is making

Rahul Gandhi’s detention to Centre’s outreach — where the CJP protest stands now

India Bought $5.14 Billion Russian Oil In June Despite Pressure. Here's Why
India imported $5.14 billion worth of Russian crude oil in June, despite ongoing geopolitical pressure to diversify its energy sources. The country continues to prioritize domestic energy security and economic feasibility amid global market fluctuations.

Telangana ACB raids 15 locations linked to DE of energy utility in disproportionate assets case
The raids are being carried out at the official’s residences, office premises and the houses of his relatives across the State

2 India-Bound Saudi Oil Tankers Make U-turns Amid Houthi Threats In Red Sea
Two Saudi Arabian oil tankers destined for India have reversed their course in the Red Sea following increased security threats from Houthi rebels. This strategic detour signals further complications for global energy supply chains already strained by regional tensions.

From Kharge's birthday to Rahul's sit-in: How Congress' unprecedented protest near PM Modi's residence unfolded
The protest was unprecedented in that no Leader of the Opposition has in recent times staged a protest on the high-security stretch – Lok Kalyan Marg, earlier known as Race Course Road – which houses the official residen

France Becomes First EU Nation To Ban Social Media For Children Under 15
France has enacted a landmark law becoming the first European Union member state to ban social media access for children under the age of 15. The legislation also extends a full prohibition on mobile phone usage within high school premises.

The Scientist Who Fasted 111 Days for the Ganga. What Changed After His Death?
On the banks of the Ganga in Haridwar, an 86-year-old man sat quietly with a glass of honey water beside him. Day after day, he refused food. Eventually, he gave up water too. Around him, the river flowed on — slower in

Odisha CM attributes policy driven reforms to State being bracketed among top five performers by NITI Aayog
The recognition validates Odisha’s sustained focus on governance reforms, ease of doing business, institutional efficiency and investor facilitation, he says

Bihar BJP delegation meets ECI, complains about Prashant Kishor’s expenditure in Bankipur byelection
The memorandum submitted by the BJP delegation raised concerns about the alleged violation of the prescribed election expenditure limit, spending funds through shell companies, and influencing voters through fake social

"You Won't Get Princess Treatment Here": Indian Woman's Reality Check On Life In US Divides Internet
An Indian woman's viral video highlighting the harsh daily realities of living in the United States has sparked a heated debate across social media platforms. She warned potential immigrants that they would likely lose the 'princess treatment' and domestic support common in many Indian households.

EnKash Introduces India's First Meal Card with UPI Payments
EnKash Introduces India's First Meal Card with UPI Payments

Gene Solutions Showcases Global Evidence and Responsible Innovation in Prenatal and Women's Genomic Health at ISPD 2026
Gene Solutions Showcases Global Evidence and Responsible Innovation in Prenatal and Women's Genomic Health at ISPD 2026

Nagina MP Chandra Shekhar Azad continues protest in Parliament in support of students
“I didn’t witness the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, but the scenes that unfolded today certainly reminded me of that dark chapter in history”

Tunnel Footage Shows What Messi Did After Argentina's Dressing Room Drama
Extended video shows what happened after the Argentina dressing room chaos, right before the start of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
France passes law banning under-15s from social media
The law will require social media platforms in France to verify all users age from January.
Class 3 Boy Sells Chocolates to Support His Family
“If I don’t sell chocolates, my family won’t survive.” 💔 While most children his age spend their evenings playing, Shubhankar Giri, a Class 3 student, walks through crowded train compartments selling chocolates to suppo
