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Top UN official accuses Hamas of Gaza aid obstruction

A high-ranking United Nations official has formally accused Hamas of obstructing critical humanitarian aid efforts within the Gaza Strip. The statement highlights growing concerns over the safety of aid workers and the distribution of essential supplies to civilians.

Blocked Door, People On Fire: Witnesses Recount Bangkok Club Blaze Horror

Footage posted on social media showed panicked customers -- some with their clothes and hair on fire -- screaming as they fled through the flame-enveloped front door of the bar.

Opinion: Opinion | India Has A New Headache: Pak's Closest Ally May Soon Get American Fighter Jets

In a stunning policy reversal, Trump has decided to sell America's F-35 jets to Turkey, a staunch Pakistan ally and its closest defence supplier

6.37 Kg Weed Seized By Customs At Delhi Airport, 3 Arrested

Customs officials at Indira Gandhi International Airport have seized 6.37 kg of hydroponic weed in recent anti-smuggling operations. Three passengers were taken into custody following the discovery of the high-quality narcotics during baggage inspections.

Telangana Farmers Hold 'Frog Ceremony' For Rain Amid Monsoon Deficit

From June 1 to July 10, Telangana recorded a seasonal rainfall deficit of about 19%, with many districts experiencing deficient rainfall.

CBI Files Report, Rules Out Criminal Negligence By Officials In 2024 Coaching Centre Deaths

CBI's supplementary report finds negligence by 2 more MCD officials in Rau's IAS basement deaths but clears senior officers, no chargesheet filed

SpiceJet vs Maran: Airline to deposit ₹144.5 crore in tranches

Budget carrier SpiceJet has committed to depositing 144.5 crore rupees in installments following a prolonged legal dispute with former promoter Kalanithi Maran. This marks a shift in the airline's legal strategy after previously citing liquidity constraints and offering physical assets as security.

'If Only!': Omar Abdullah shares a 'Trump tweet' backing J&K statehood demand

National Conference leader Omar Abdullah shared a satirical social media post featuring a mock Donald Trump tweet regarding the restoration of J&K statehood. The post highlights Abdullah's ongoing criticism of the central government over prolonged delays in returning statehood to the Union Territory

‘Won’t advocate it’: Diljit Dosanjh’s Satluj piracy remark faces pushback from Varun Badola

Actor Varun Badola has publicly criticized Diljit Dosanjh for remarks suggesting piracy helped his music reach wider audiences during the early stages of his career. Badola argued that advocating for piracy undermines the hard work of artists and sets a damaging precedent for the creative industry.

Lenin box office day 3: Akhil Akkineni film earns Rs 61 cr; RGV says ‘best actor in family’

Akhil Akkineni's latest release, Lenin, has recorded an impressive three-day domestic box office total of Rs 61 crore. The film's performance has earned high praise from director Ram Gopal Varma, who declared the star the best actor in his family.

Hina Khan slams Shilpa Shinde for mocking her cancer battle: ‘We get judged due to her’

Television actress Hina Khan has expressed her disappointment after fellow industry peer Shilpa Shinde appeared to mock her ongoing battle with stage three breast cancer. Khan emphasized that such comments contribute to a negative public perception of actors and the industry at large.

‘Sanjay Dutt was trembling with fear’: Ujjwal Nikam on what actor said after he was sentenced

Special Public Prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam has shared insights into Sanjay Dutt's emotional reaction following his conviction in the 1993 Bombay blasts case. Nikam detailed how the actor exhibited visible fear and made a personal request regarding his detention surroundings.

Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya trailer: Principal Kay Kay Menon chases a Cambridge dream. Watch

No caste, communal or political activities will be allowed in Tamil Nadu schools, Madras High Court told

The Tamil Nadu government has informed the Madras High Court that caste, communal, and political activities are strictly prohibited within state schools to ensure a neutral educational environment. This policy aims to foster unity among more than 10 million students enrolled across tens of thousands

Honoured to receive BJP's 'love letter' in form of legal notice: Omar Abdullah

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has responded to a legal notice served by the Bharatiya Janata Party, describing it as a mark of political respect. He stated that the move indicates the BJP views him as a significant force they cannot ignore in the region.

Kerala Home Minister orders SIT probe into Chevayur bank election violence

The Kerala Home Minister has ordered the formation of a Special Investigation Team to probe the violence surrounding the Chevayur Co-operative Bank elections. The team is required to conduct a comprehensive inquiry and submit its findings within a three-week timeframe.

Three warkari pilgrims killed, four injured in road accident

Three Warkari pilgrims were killed and four others sustained injuries following a road accident in Maharashtra. Local authorities are investigating the incident which appears to have involved a high-speed collision.

Ayodhya Ram temple trust Invites applications for CEO

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra trust has officially invited applications for the position of Chief Executive Officer. The selected candidate will oversee administrative operations for the temple complex for an initial three-year term.

Waze is getting a bunch of new AI-powered features

Google is integrating its Gemini AI model into Waze to enhance personalization and simplify incident reporting for drivers. The updates focus on natural language interactions to allow users to stay focused on the road while contributing real-time data.

Who Will Replace Lindsey Graham? Battle Begins For Senate Seat

Following the death of Lindsey Graham, the process to fill his vacant South Carolina Senate seat has officially commenced. Governor Henry McMaster is now tasked with appointing a temporary successor to represent the state until a special election is held.

Kangana Ranaut endorses Anandiben Patel’s remarks: ‘A mother should learn how to cook’

Actor-politician Kangana Ranaut has expressed her public support for Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel regarding the importance of traditional domestic skills. Ranaut endorsed the view that mothers should possess culinary skills as part of their nurturing role within the family.

Four nuclear reactors hit a big milestone in the US

The U.S. nuclear industry recently crossed a symbolic threshold following goals set by the federal government for advanced reactor technology. This progress focuses on achieving criticality for several new microreactor designs across the country.

Anthropic found a hidden space where Claude puzzles over concepts

The AI firm Anthropic has developed a technique that has given it the clearest glimpse yet at what’s really going on inside large language models as they answer questions or carry out tasks. What they found ranges from t

The Download: Claude’s inner workings and OpenAI’s “super app”

Anthropic researchers have gained new insights into the inner workings of large language models by mapping internal neural pathways. Simultaneously, reports indicate OpenAI is exploring the development of a 'super app' to expand its ecosystem.