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IIM Kozhikode Graduate Fulfils Childhood Promise, Surprises Father With Dream SUV
The video captures his father's disbelief as he realises the SUV has been bought for him. Overcome with emotion, he breaks down in tears.
Don't Sign A Rent Agreement Until You Review These 3 Hidden Clauses First
Legal experts say that overlooking just a few clauses can later lead to disputes over security deposits, maintenance charges or even hefty penalties.
No Pockets For Priests At Mansa Devi After Ram Temple, Badrinath Theft Row
Mansa Devi Temple Trust Chairman Ravindra Puri welcomed the new dress code, stating that all priests and staff members have since adhered to the requirement of wearing pocketless attire.
Agritech Rize raises $31 million in Series B as mix of equity and debt
Rize has raised $31 million in a Series B round of equity and debt to expand in Vietnam and Indonesia. The company is also evaluating an India entry, likely starting with southern rice farmers, within the next six months
Cabinet Approves Ganga, Varuna Corridors: PM Modi's Rs 25,000 Crore Bet To Transform Kashi
The projects come at a time when Varanasi is witnessing a surge in visitors. The city attracts nearly 15 crore tourists and pilgrims every year.
India Hikes Windfall Tax On Diesel, ATF Exports As Brent Rallies; Petrol Duty Reduced
Revised export duties come into force on July 16 after the latest review of the windfall tax regime amid a rebound in global oil prices.
France's New Era Under Zinedine Zidane Comes With Sky-High Expectations
Zinedine Zidane is expected to succeed Didier Deschamps as France head coach, with reports indicating a verbal agreement has been reached, although the French Football Federation is yet to make an...
Tenant's Rant About Bengaluru's Rental Market Viral: 'Feeling Helpless'
Bengaluru resident struggles to find affordable rental home amid price hikes and discrimination.
Security Camera Captures Dog Accidentally Sparking House Fire In US That Killed 3 Pets
Neighbours managed to rescue Bo and another dog, Addie, from the burning house. However, a third dog, Dakota, and the family's two cats died in the fire.
Iran Claims It Downed MQ-9 Drone As US Strikes Damage Children's Cancer Hospital
IRGC has claimed it has intercepted and destroyed an "enemy" MQ-9 drone over the southwestern city of Andimeshk
Thousands Sickened By 'Explosive' Diarrhoea Across US: The Parasite Lurking In Salads
The microscopic parasite causes severe, often "explosive" diarrhoea that can last for weeks, making it one of the largest foodborne illness outbreaks in recent years.
Supreme Court Clears UP's Rs 1,500-Crore Kukrail Night Safari Project
Divided into two phases, the ambitious project is India's first urban night safari at the sprawling 5,000-hectare Kukrail Reserve Forest and will cost about Rs 1,500 crore.
EC can conduct 'One Nation One Election' within six months' notice, says Parliamentary panel chief
The Committee aims to build an consensus among its members to recommend a strong law to Parliament.
Bellingham Argues With Messi, Then Almost Comes To Blows With Argentina Star
Lionel Messi and Jude Bellingham were the two central characters in the England vs Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final clash
Venezuela Earthquake: Death Count Rises To 4,829, Over 20,000 Displaced
The 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude quakes struck within a minute of each other on June 24, decimating the coastal state of La Guaira located north of Caracas.
‘Dirty Biryani’, to be staged in Hyderabad, raises a toast to sisterhood and female solidarity
Directed by Snehil Basoya, the musical production depicts the lives and experiences of three diverse women in a light-hearted way
More people around the world now favour China over the US, Pew study suggests
There is more confidence in Xi Jinping than Donald Trump, the US think tank's survey indicates.
Haiwaan: Akshay Kumar, Saif Ali Khan's First Look Sparks Buzz Over Their Roles
Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan's Haiwaan first-look posters tease an intense revenge thriller ahead of its September 2026 theatrical release.
ICC Men's World Cup Revamp Explained: What's New In ODI And T20 Tournaments?
The ICC has approved new formats for the 2027 ODI World Cup and the 2028 T20 World Cup to make tournaments more competitive and reduce dead rubbers.
Bihar Woman, Boyfriend Hire Contract Killer To Murder Husband On Train
Mobile phones and SIM cards allegedly used in planning and carrying out the crime have been seized, police said.
One Plus, Once Popular With Tech Fans, To Shut India Operations In 2027
Realme, another of Oppo's mobile businesses, will also exit the China market.
Bodhi Tree in advanced talks to buy stake in Adyar Ananda Bhavan at ₹3,000-3,500 crore valuation
The development comes amid rising investor interest in India's restaurant and QSR space, with the rise of online food delivery and branded dine-in formats accelerating this shift.
Kunal Shah steps down as promoter, board member of Cred on joining WhatsApp
It was not clear whether Shah stepped down because of a stipulation by Meta or voluntarily.
Packaging is the new preservative as food companies drive healthier snacking
In the absence of preservatives, companies are turning to new types of packaging to keep their products fresh and intact through India's long and often difficult supply chains.