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Meghalaya To Table Resolution Opposing Uranium Mining
India

Meghalaya To Table Resolution Opposing Uranium Mining

The Meghalaya government has announced plans to introduce a formal resolution in the State Assembly to oppose and prohibit uranium mining across the state. Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma emphasized that his administration has never authorized such activities and remains committed to environmental s

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
World

China hits out at British Steel nationalisation

The UK government said taking the firm into public hands would safeguard "a vital national capability".

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
Woman Wins Rs 1.4 Crore Lottery Scrolling Phone, Unable To Sleep

Woman Wins Rs 1.4 Crore Lottery Scrolling Phone, Unable To Sleep

A woman from North Carolina won a jackpot worth approximately Rs 1.4 crore after playing the lottery on her phone during a bout of insomnia. The Mooresville resident told officials she was surprised to win the top prize while scrolling through games late at night.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
India's Under-19 WC 2018 Winner Arrested Over Match-Fixing Allegations In LPL

India's Under-19 WC 2018 Winner Arrested Over Match-Fixing Allegations In LPL

Former India Under-19 cricketer, one of the co-owners of Lanka Premier League franchise Jaffna Kings, was arrested in Sri Lanka on Friday for allegedly trying to induce a player into corrupt practice.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
India’s first privately developed orbital-class rocket Vikram-1 set for July 18 lift-off
Technology

India’s first privately developed orbital-class rocket Vikram-1 set for July 18 lift-off

Private space launch company Skyroot Aerospace on July 16, 2026 announced that it will attempt to launch Vikram-1 from the space port’s first launch pad at 11.30 a.m..

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
Technology

Is America ready for this quirky Jeep-looking EV that can park itself?

Are we living through a small car renaissance? There's the Slate Truck, Amble's dune buggy, and the Fiat Topolino, as well as a whole galaxy of kei cars and trucks from Japan that have their own built-in fan base. While

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
Technology

Samsung's redesigned Z Fold 8 with a wide display just leaked

Leaker Evan Blass shared images of Samsung's redesigned Galaxy Z Fold 8 just days before the July 22nd launch event where Samsung is expected to officially announce the phone. The leaked images show a shorter, wider fold

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
Man, 79, Rescued After Surviving 9 Days In Russian Wilderness
World

Man, 79, Rescued After Surviving 9 Days In Russian Wilderness

A 79-year-old man has been successfully rescued after surviving nine days lost in the remote wilderness of Sakhalin Island. The elderly man became disoriented and vanished near the village of Pilvo before being located by emergency services.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
Pakistan Army Kills 24 Taliban, Baloch Militants During Raids, Weapons Seized
World

Pakistan Army Kills 24 Taliban, Baloch Militants During Raids, Weapons Seized

The Pakistani military announced the killing of 24 militants during coordinated intelligence-based raids across the country. The operations targeted members of both the outlawed Pakistani Taliban and several Baloch separatist organizations.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
"Trying To Survive": Indians, Others Hit As Iran War Triggers Dubai Job Crisis
World

"Trying To Survive": Indians, Others Hit As Iran War Triggers Dubai Job Crisis

Foreign workers in Dubai are facing a severe employment crisis as regional conflicts between Iran, Israel, and the US impact the Gulf economy. Many individuals, particularly from India, report significant salary reductions and a stagnant job market as businesses scale back operations.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
7.4-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Southern Mexico, Tsunami Alert Issued
World

7.4-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Southern Mexico, Tsunami Alert Issued

A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake hit southern Mexico on Tuesday, triggering immediate tsunami warnings for the Pacific coast. Authorities are assessing potential damage as the tremors were felt across several neighboring Central American countries.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
Jio Platforms profit rises 9.2% to  ₹7,764 crore in Q1FY27, earnings grow 15% YoY — Check key takeaways here
Business

Jio Platforms profit rises 9.2% to ₹7,764 crore in Q1FY27, earnings grow 15% YoY — Check key takeaways here

Jio Platforms results today: RIL's telecom arm saw profit rise 9.2% to ₹7,764 crore in Q1FY27, earnings growth of 15% YoY, and filed its DHRP for public listing with SEBI. Check the key takeaways here…

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
Technology

Florida man arrested for allegedly stealing over $200,000 in crypto using Steam game malware

Federal authorities have arrested a Florida man suspected of stealing at least $220,000 in crypto through malware-infected Steam games, as reported earlier by local news outlet Local10. In the complaint, officials accuse

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
Iran Strikes US Airbase In Qatar "To Punish The Aggressor"

Iran Strikes US Airbase In Qatar "To Punish The Aggressor"

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said Friday that they had targeted US radar systems and military aircraft in Qatar.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
HCLTech opens technology centre in GIFT City; employs 500 engineers
Technology

HCLTech opens technology centre in GIFT City; employs 500 engineers

The centre will deliver AI-led solutions to the company’s global clients in the financial services industry

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
China pitches AI order for Global South, stresses it ‘should not be a solo performance'
Technology

China pitches AI order for Global South, stresses it ‘should not be a solo performance'

Broader context is China’s push to both develop its alternatives to Western AI models and to offer them to developing countries; President Xi Jinping announced that Beijing would provide “5,000 opportunities in AI traini

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
World

Air conditioner sparked deadly blaze at children's orphanage - police

Eleven people, including children, died in the fire that also injured 19 others.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
Apple unseats Nvidia to become world's most valuable company as AI bets shift
Technology

Apple unseats Nvidia to become world's most valuable company as AI bets shift

Apple was last ​valued at $4.88 trillion as its shares held steady, while Nvidia was roughly at $4.86 trillion, ⁠following a 3.5% decline

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
Rohit Sharma's Parents Reach London Amid Final ODI Chatter: Report

Rohit Sharma's Parents Reach London Amid Final ODI Chatter: Report

Rohit Sharma has managed scores of 11 and 26 in the first two matches, raising concerns over his future with the Indian team heading into the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
The Last Time Lionel Messi Posted This, Argentina Won The World Cup

The Last Time Lionel Messi Posted This, Argentina Won The World Cup

Four years ago, Lionel Messi shared a simple Instagram post after guiding Argentina into the FIFA World Cup final. Days later, he lifted the one trophy that had eluded him throughout his legendary...

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
English Media Shows No Mercy To Coach Tuchel After England's World Cup Exit

English Media Shows No Mercy To Coach Tuchel After England's World Cup Exit

England hired a German coach to end 60 years of hurt but saw its World Cup hopes come crashing down in the most English of ways.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
"Trying To Survive": Indians, Others Hit As Iran War Triggers Dubai Job Crisis

"Trying To Survive": Indians, Others Hit As Iran War Triggers Dubai Job Crisis

Months after the US-Israeli war with Iran spilt across the Gulf, many workers say jobs have disappeared, salaries have been cut and finding new employment has become increasingly difficult.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
Oliver Kahn Says "No Rivalry And No Duel" Between Messi, Yamal. Gives reason

Oliver Kahn Says "No Rivalry And No Duel" Between Messi, Yamal. Gives reason

Legendary German goalkeeper Oliver Kahn has dismissed suggestions that Sunday's FIFA World Cup final is a battle between Lionel Messi and Spain's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul
Minor's Parents "Sell" Her Baby After Rape, She Is Pregnant Again
India

Minor's Parents "Sell" Her Baby After Rape, She Is Pregnant Again

Authorities have launched an investigation into the parents of a minor who allegedly sold her newborn after she was raped. The victim is reported to be pregnant again following a series of sexual assaults in early 2025.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 17 Jul