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McConnell says he is unable to return to U.S. Senate yet
World

McConnell says he is unable to return to U.S. Senate yet

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell announced he is currently unable to return to his duties in the U.S. Senate following a recent health setback. The veteran lawmaker confirmed he is recovering from a fall that occurred in mid-June and resulted in a brief loss of consciousness.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul
Spain ex-PM draws criticism with ‘xenophobic’ remark on French team
World

Spain ex-PM draws criticism with ‘xenophobic’ remark on French team

Former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy is facing backlash after publishing an opinion piece containing controversial remarks about the French national football team. The comments surfaced just as Spain prepares for a high-stakes semi-final match against France in the FIFA World Cup.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul
India's 'Dark Data' Crisis: Why Experts Warn Of Million-Dollar Losses
India

India's 'Dark Data' Crisis: Why Experts Warn Of Million-Dollar Losses

Experts say companies will benefit more if they extract more value from existing information rather than endlessly collecting new data.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul
SIR anomalies may cross one crore in Telangana: CEO
India

SIR anomalies may cross one crore in Telangana: CEO

Telangana's Chief Electoral Officer C. Sudharshan Reddy has indicated that anomalies in the State Information Registry could reach the one crore mark. The ongoing verification process aims to rectify discrepancies within the electoral and civil databases to ensure data integrity.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul
Claims quantified, mom’s love priceless
Business

Claims quantified, mom’s love priceless

Motor Third-Party Liability insurance provides essential financial coverage for legal liabilities arising from vehicle accidents involving other parties. While insurance policies can quantify financial claims for injury or death, they cannot replace the intrinsic value of familial relationships.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul
Wayanad landslide: BJP says Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Vadra used constituency for 'political survival'
Politics

Wayanad landslide: BJP says Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Vadra used constituency for 'political survival'

The Bharatiya Janata Party has criticized Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, alleging they utilized the Wayanad constituency for political survival. These remarks follow a recent landslide incident at a major infrastructure project site in the region.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul
Crypto Tax Refund In ITR 2026: Don't Miss These Steps To Claim Your Money
India

Crypto Tax Refund In ITR 2026: Don't Miss These Steps To Claim Your Money

Crypto gains have to be disclosed under Schedule VDA while filing ITR-2 or ITR-3, depending on the taxpayer's profile.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul
Trump Remembers "True American Patriot" Who Called For 500% India Tariff
India

Trump Remembers "True American Patriot" Who Called For 500% India Tariff

Donald Trump has issued a tribute to a figure he described as a true American patriot known for advocating extreme trade measures. The individual previously proposed a massive 500 percent tariff on countries that continued to import energy products from Russia.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul
Ukrainian Drone Strike Sparks Fire At Industrial Zone In Russia
India

Ukrainian Drone Strike Sparks Fire At Industrial Zone In Russia

A Ukrainian drone strike has ignited a significant fire within an industrial zone in Russia's Stavropol region. This incident marks the latest in a series of intensifying retaliatory aerial strikes conducted by Kyiv against Russian infrastructure.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul
Election Commission Mandates Parents' SIR Details For New Voters In Bihar
India

Election Commission Mandates Parents' SIR Details For New Voters In Bihar

The Election Commission has introduced a new requirement for individuals seeking to register as voters in Bihar. All new applicants must now provide their parents' SIR details when submitting Form 6 to be included in the electoral rolls.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul
91-Year-Old Man Skydives, Raises Over Rs 4 Lakh For Charity
World

91-Year-Old Man Skydives, Raises Over Rs 4 Lakh For Charity

A 91-year-old man has successfully completed a charity skydive to raise funds for local causes, surpassing his initial goals. The veteran fundraiser collected over Rs 4 lakh while fulfilling a personal ambition to experience freefall.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul
US-Iran War Live Updates: US Launches Fresh Strikes On Iran As Fighting Flares Around Strait Of Hormuz
World

US-Iran War Live Updates: US Launches Fresh Strikes On Iran As Fighting Flares Around Strait Of Hormuz

Recent military exchanges near the Strait of Hormuz have intensified as the United States launched fresh strikes against Iranian targets. The escalation poses a significant threat to an interim peace agreement intended to stabilize the region following months of economic instability.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul
Look who’s at the 2026 FIFA World Cup party!

Look who’s at the 2026 FIFA World Cup party!

Animal stars are capturing global attention as they join crowds of football fans for the 2026 FIFA World Cup celebrations. These eye-catching creatures have become a viral highlight of the tournament's festive atmosphere.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul
‘We tried CPR, but it was too late,’ say Vietnam boat tragedy witnesses on return to Hyderabad
India

‘We tried CPR, but it was too late,’ say Vietnam boat tragedy witnesses on return to Hyderabad

Several Indian tourists who were stranded in Vietnam after the tragedy landed in Hyderabad on the night of July 12

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul
U.S. to seek extradition of Bishnoi, Nagra: official
World

U.S. to seek extradition of Bishnoi, Nagra: official

The U.S. has also charged Bishnoi’s aide Goldy Brar with ordering Nijjar’s assassination; the FBI has announced a $50,000 reward for information leading to Brar’s arrest

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul
Weather or human error? What led to Vietnam boat tragedy? | Explained
World

Weather or human error? What led to Vietnam boat tragedy? | Explained

Authorities in Vietnam are investigating a tragic maritime accident involving a vessel carrying Indian tourists that capsized during a recent excursion. The probe focuses on whether adverse weather conditions or human negligence played the primary role in the disaster.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul
CAG flags ₹3,541 crore excess spend, budgetary lapses in Maharashtra Govt’s Ladki Bahin scheme
India

CAG flags ₹3,541 crore excess spend, budgetary lapses in Maharashtra Govt’s Ladki Bahin scheme

The Comptroller and Auditor General of India has identified an excess expenditure of ₹3,541 crore and significant budgetary lapses in Maharashtra. The audit highlights concerns regarding funds transferred to Virtual Personal Deposit Accounts during the first quarter of 2025.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul
U.S. senator Lindsey Graham likely died after aorta rupture, medical examiner says
World

U.S. senator Lindsey Graham likely died after aorta rupture, medical examiner says

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham's death was likely caused by a rupture of the aorta, according to preliminary findings from the medical examiner. The condition was reportedly linked to the hardening of the senator's arteries.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul
Stock markets slump in early trade on rising tensions in West Asia, higher oil prices
Business

Stock markets slump in early trade on rising tensions in West Asia, higher oil prices

Major stock indices experienced a significant downturn in early morning trading as geopolitical unrest intensified in West Asia. The slump ended a two-day rally, triggered by investor concerns over rising global crude oil prices.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul
Why has Meta pulled back Muse AI feature from Instagram?
Technology

Why has Meta pulled back Muse AI feature from Instagram?

The heavily criticised AI feature was announced along with the introduction of Muse Image, which was the first AI image generation model from Meta Superintelligence Labs

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul
How India’s first educational computer arrived on a bullock cart
Technology

How India’s first educational computer arrived on a bullock cart

India's journey into computer science education began with the challenging delivery of its first major academic computer to IIT Kanpur. The machine's arrival involved a logistical relay via airplane, truck, and finally a bullock cart to navigate the local terrain.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul
Deepika Padukone's ex on saying he ended relationship, has no regrets: Said with respect

Deepika Padukone's ex on saying he ended relationship, has no regrets: Said with respect

Deepika Padukone’s former partner Nihar Pandya has addressed his past comments regarding their relationship and its eventual conclusion. He emphasized that his statements were made with respect and that he holds no regrets regarding their shared history.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul

Scientists discover a hidden heart valve risk linked to gum disease

Emerging research indicates that bacteria associated with gum disease may significantly increase the risk of developing calcific aortic valve stenosis. By triggering specific inflammatory pathways, these oral pathogens appear to accelerate the buildup of calcium within heart valves.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul

Spider-like creatures help uncover the surprising origins of fatherhood

Researchers analyzing public citizen science data have uncovered new insights into the divergent evolution of maternal and paternal care in harvestmen. The study successfully doubled the recorded instances of egg-guarding behaviors in these spider-like creatures, revealing distinct biological pathwa

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 13 Jul