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Ronaldo Fuels "FIFA Bias" Talks On Anti-Argentina Post. What Really Happened
Cristiano Ronaldo is said to have liked a post claiming FIFA bias helped Argentina reached World Cup 2026 final.

Deadly Heatwaves Push Ageing France To Prepare For A Hotter Future
France is facing urgent pressure to modernize its infrastructure as record-breaking heatwaves arrive earlier each year and strain public services. National authorities are grappling with unprecedented wildfires and a healthcare system struggling to accommodate a rapidly aging population during extre

5 MBA Grads Who Chose To Follow Their Passion for Food Over Corporate Jobs
Originally reported and written in July 2022, this story has been republished as part of our archival content. An MBA is often viewed by Indian society as the ultimate degree. So, when an MBA graduate quits a high-paying

Ski enthusiasts flock to sub-Saharan Africa and a snowy mountain resort in Lesotho
Ski enthusiasts flock to sub-Saharan Africa and a snowy mountain resort in Lesotho

India name 20-member squad for Hockey World Cup, Harmanpreet Singh to lead
India endured a disappointing FIH Pro League campaign last month, winning four, drawing five and losing seven matches to finish eighth among nine teams, just above Pakistan.

Assam flood situation eases, death toll rises to 11
An official update says 3.11 lakh people remain affected across 11 districts, down from 16 on July 20

"Can't Ignore Concerns": Delhi High Court Proposes To Shift Sonam Wangchuk To Medanta Hospital
The Delhi High Court has suggested moving Ladakhi activist Sonam Wangchuk from a government facility to Medanta Hospital for medical care. The court emphasized that the health concerns raised regarding Wangchuk's condition cannot be overlooked during his detention.
A hidden “switch-off” signal could predict solar storms seven years early
A newly discovered turning point in the Sun’s 11-year cycle could allow scientists to predict future solar activity years earlier than before. At this “switch-off” point, the most violent space weather abruptly ends, and

Indian Tourists In Singapore Steal Diamond Worth $1,54,000, Hide It In Mouth
Indian national Mangroliya Manojkumar Kurjibhai jailed in Singapore after swapping a genuine diamond worth USD154,000 with a fake at a Chinatown store

Nara Lokesh distributes land titles to 3,000 residents in Mangalagiri
The Minister said the titles, covering lands worth about ₹1,000 crore, would give long-time occupants in Mangalagiri and Tadepalli mandals legal ownership and the ability to raise bank loans

What Happened In Argentina Dressing Room? Messi's Pre-Final Video Stumps Fans
In a video shot right before the start of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, Lionel Messi could be seen trying to calm his Argentina teammates.

India’s plastic currency crush | Explained
With the RBI taking another step towards printing polymer banknotes, will it be a better alternative to paper currency?
Karnataka Police Complaints Authority recommends ban on ‘Khaki Swag’ reels, uniformed social media posts

Odessa ship attack: Bodies of two Indian seafarers identified
Chief Officer Akhil Jovan and Ordinary Seaman Abhishek Nishad among confirmed casualties; eight bodies still unidentified due to severe burns

CM Vijay requests Ford to resume production operations in Tamil Nadu
A delegation led by Ford’s vice-president, Matthew Godlewski, held discussions with the Chief Minister at the Secretariat inChennai on July 20, 2026

Protests Erupt Over Amazon's Rs 45,000-Crore Thane Data Centre
Residents in Thane have launched protests against Amazon's proposed 422 MW data centre facility, a project valued at Rs 45,000 crore. The local community has raised significant concerns regarding the massive infrastructure project's potential impact on the local environment and urban resources.
China summons Philippine Ambassador over South China Sea encounter
China and the Philippines traded accusations after an encounter between their vessels in contested South China Sea waters

These Banking Stocks Could Rally Up To 23% After Q1 Results - See ICICI Securities' List
ICICI Securities sees up to 23% upside in Kotak Mahindra Bank after Q1 results. RBL Bank, Federal Bank, Yes Bank and South Indian Bank also feature in its latest banking picks.

DOJ Can Give Biden Recordings to Conservative Group, Court Rules
A federal appeals court cleared the way for a conservative advocacy group to obtain copies of interviews Joe Biden privately recorded years ago for his memoir, denying the former president’s request for a temporary block

Flyovers in Hyderabad’s IT corridor busy junctions targeted for completion by May 2027
Foundation works, piers and pier caps have reached advanced stages at IIIT junction. The works are under progress at Khajaguda junction.
Flies infesting Kotagiri, Coonoor not the harmful ‘black flies’: researchers
Since last week, local residents have been complaining of the fly infestation, stating that they are causing eye irritation, while economic activity has also been affected, especially at eateries and restaurants.

"We're Trapped, Send Help": Woman, 2 Daughters Die In Fire At Delhi Home
A tragic fire at a residence in Delhi has resulted in the deaths of a woman and her two young daughters. Despite efforts to reach them, the victims were found deceased after firefighters breached the locked premises.

"We're Trapped, Send Help": Woman, 2 Daughters Die In Fire At Delhi Home
Firefighters broke the lock and entered the house. Inside, they found three people who were burnt alive.

NSA Ajit Doval meets Saudi Foreign Minister, discusses energy security and regional situation
NSA Ajit Doval’s visit comes amid heightened tensions in West Asia, with concerns over disruptions to key shipping routes and energy supplies following the continuing conflict between the U.S. and Iran
