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An ancient book excluded from most versions of the Bible is at the centre of a viral conspiracy claiming Antarctica hides a prison for fallen angels. Supporters point to mysterious passages, buried mountains and even unexplained radio signals, but what does the Book of Enoch actually say?

Nand Kishore Goenka, a revered social worker and the father of Essel Group Chairman Dr. Subhash Chandra, passed away on July 13, at the age of 96. Known for his profound commitment to samaj seva (service to society), gau seva (service to cows), and his lifelong association with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), he leaves behind a legacy of humility and compassion. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other prominent leaders have paid heartfelt tributes to his life of service and principled living.

A Tyrannosaurus rex fossil found over three years, from 2021 to 2023, has been auctioned off for $50.1 million at Sotheby's. This is the highest amount a bidder has ever paid to get their hands on a dinosaur fossil.

The heavyweight showdown in Atlanta marks the renewal of a rivalry that peaked at the 1986 World Cup in Mexico. The late Maradona scored both of Argentina's goals in the quarter-final.

Iran retaliated against fresh US strikes with missile strikes on its bases and targets in allied nations. One missile carried two stickers, mocking Trump and calling him a liar, while invoking the prophets who Iran said are with them.

The government's moves aim to counter the pollution levels in the national capital, which frequently remains a hotspot of poor air quality despite a series of measures and initiatives.

Educator Sonam Wangchuk is one his 18th day of his hunger strike at New Delhi's Jantar Mantar. Several actors including Naseeruddin Shah and Ratna Pathak Shah and others have appealed to the CJP to end the indefinite hunger strike.

A US national identified as Jordan Brown was arrested by the SSB near the Indo-Nepal border in Uttar Pradesh while allegedly attempting to enter Nepal without valid documents. Authorities recovered a Chinese passport and electronic devices, and are verifying his identity, travel history and claims.

A probe into the death of 35-year-old remand prisoner Sabari Varman has found he was physically assaulted by prison staff before he died in judicial custody. Three prison officials have now been arrested after CCTV footage and witness statements reportedly confirmed the assault.

Delhi Police constable accused of fatally shooting his wife in Kalyanpuri was found dead with a gunshot wound near a luxury hotel in Mayur Vihar, ending a nearly 40-hour manhunt. Police suspect he died by suicide using his service pistol and are tracing his movements through CCTV footage.

A fierce Lionel Scaloni has issued a blunt ultimatum to his Argentina squad ahead of their World Cup semifinal against England, insisting "tired or not, I don't care". Read the manager's full pre-match tactical stance and historical reflections.

Directed by Oscar-winning director Christopher Nolan, The Odyssey is an adaptation of Homer's great epic, which tells the story of King Odysseus, played by Matt Damon.

England handed a massive injury boost as manager Thomas Tuchel confirms holding midfielder Declan Rice is fully fit to start the high-stakes World Cup semifinal against rivals Argentina. Read the full squad fitness update and Tuchel's thoughts on the historic fixture.

A Bhopal court has extended the judicial custody of former judge Giribala Singh and her son Samarth Singh by 14 days after the CBI said both refused to fully cooperate with voice sample collection, a key part of the forensic investigation into Twisha Sharma's death.

After an Indian sailor was killed in Iran's missile strike on two UAE tankers, the Centre has launched a 'Seafarer First' plan that includes real-time tracking of every Indian sailor in the conflict zone, dedicated family liaison officers and a 24x7 emergency helpline.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the US has frozen over $130 million in crypto wallets tied to Iran’s central bank, intensifying financial pressure to disrupt Tehran’s illicit revenue.

US President Donald Trump threatened to expand the US military campaign against Iran, targeting power plants and bridges next week, while CENTCOM reinstated a major naval blockade amidst failing ceasefire negotiations.

A brutally honest Kylian Mbappé opened up after France's 2-0 World Cup semifinal loss to Spain, admitting their performance was "not worthy of a semifinal." Read the captain's full tactical breakdown of France's midfield struggles and their plans to rebuild.

President Trump vowed to continue US military strikes on Iran until he decides to stop, warning Tehran they would “not have anybody left” without a deal, targeting energy infrastructure next.