This week starts with a full, happy pulse, Scorpio. Monday carries a sense of joy that is hard to miss, and good news from children, younger relatives, or someone dear can put a real smile on your face. You will also feel mentally switched on. Work gets done with sincerity, and there is less hesitation…
The Centre has once again raised the price at which it will procure onions for its buffer stock, taking it to Rs 2,125 per quintal from Rs 1,875 per quintal, a 13% increase aimed at improving farmer realisations and stepping up procurement. The revised procurement price will be effective from Saturday, July 4, 2026.The latest…
First Lady Melania Trump applauds as she hosts the Inaugural Presidential AI Challenge National Champion Awards Ceremony at the White House on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell) First Lady Melania Trump is pursuing her foster care bill largely outside the White House channels and gave Congress a private deadline to pass…
India has become the world’s second-largest mobile phone manufacturer and exporter, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday, highlighting the country’s efforts to build a complete electronics and semiconductor ecosystem.Speaking after inaugurating the CG Semi Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) facility, PM Modi said that India was now building the entire electronics value chain,…
Aamir Khan praised Vir Hirani’s acting debut in Rajkumar Hirani’s first OTT venture, “Pritam and Pedro,” calling it an emotional day and describing Vir as being like his son. Directed by Avinash Arun, the cybercrime comedy-drama also stars Arshad Warsi, Vikrant Massey, and Boman Irani. It premiered on JioHotstar on July 3. With Rajkumar Hirani‘s…
This week begins on a pleasing note, Pisces, with a feeling that things are finally moving in your favour. Early days bring fulfilment, confidence, and a sense that your efforts are being seen. If you’ve been waiting for approval from a senior, a good response from clients, or cooperation at home, you may get it…
After much anticipation and a delay which felt longer than it was, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi finally made his India debut on Saturday, becoming the youngest player to represent the country in international cricket when he took the field in the second T20I against England at Old Trafford in Manchester.The 15-year-old received his maiden India cap from…
Bill Ackman claimed Zohran Mamdani sat on the wrong side of the desk and did not correct himself after social media users informed him that the desk is open on both sides. NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani delivered his July 4 speech sitting behind George Washington’s desk inside New York City Hall — calling out the…
The knockout rounds of the FIFA World Cup 2026 move into the Round of 16 with another compelling contest as co-hosts Canada meet Morocco at Houston Stadium (NRG Stadium) in Texas on Saturday. With a place in the quarterfinals on the line, both nations stand just one victory away from reaching the final eight, although…
Union petroleum and natural gas minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Saturday pushed back against social media claims surrounding ethanol-blended fuel, saying that the government welcomes constructive criticism but not misinformation about the biofuel programme.Referring to the recent online debate, Puri said people were free to point out shortcomings in the government’s work and assured them…
Exiled crown prince of Iran speaks against Khamenei’s funeral Iran’s exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi has said the nation is “not mourning” the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, calling the week-long funeral ceremonies a “propaganda spectacle” funded by the Iranian people’s wealth.In a series of posts on X, Pahlavi addressed foreign representatives who have…
With the India-UK trade pact set to take effect in 10 days, the finance ministry has notified the rules that will determine the origin of goods eligible for benefits under the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).The trade pact is set to come into force on July 15. The notification issued by the Central Board…
