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Why Telangana's CM wants employees to work an extra hour

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has urged state government employees to work an extra hour every day to boost revenue and improve governance. He said the additional revenue would be used for employee welfare while calling for greater efficiency and stricter action against revenue leakages.

Taiwan braces as typhoon 'Mekkhala' triggers floods, evacuations underway

Taiwan is facing heavy rain and flooding as the outer bands of Typhoon Mekkhala lash the island. Authorities have ordered the evacuation of more than 200 residents in eastern Taiwan amid fears of a barrier lake overflowing, while officials warn that more torrential rain is on the way.

Who was David Clayton-Thomas? Grammy-winning singer dies at 84

David Clayton-Thomas, best known for Blood, Sweat & Tears, died at the age of 84. The Grammy- winning musician is survived by his daughters. The heartbreaking news was confirmed by his publicist. Read on to know more.

Digital arrest scam: Doctors, engineers, CEOs - Why smart Indians keep getting trapped by the fraud | WION Decodes

Doctors, engineers, business owners and even cybersecurity-aware professionals are increasingly becoming victims of digital arrest scams. Experts say the reason has little to do with intelligence and everything to do with psychology. This is the trick you must know to avoid.

How 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became the latest icon of Indian cricket at grass root level?

Sooryavanshi, 15, has been selected in India squad for white-ball tour of Ireland and England and might make his international debut against Ireland on Friday (Jun 26).

India dispatches 2 IAF C-17 planes carrying field hospital, medical supplies to quake-hit Venezuela

This rapid response highlights India’s growing role in international disaster relief, building on its long tradition of providing assistance during global crises.

'Ketan's mother wanted Siya to go for trek': New twist in Pune murder probe as accused's mother makes big claims

Siya Goyal's mother claims her daughter did not want to join fiancé Ketan Vishal Agarwal on the Lohagad Fort trek before his alleged murder. She says chats and a video call show Siya expressed reluctance, while maintaining her daughter was never unhappy about the planned marriage.

Japan braces for twin storms, flights cancelled

Japan is on high alert as two tropical storms approach, bringing torrential rain, landslide risks and widespread transport disruptions. Authorities have urged nearly one million people to evacuate, while hundreds of flights and train services have been cancelled.

The 7 deadliest earthquakes to strike Venezuela, from 1812 to 2026
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From the catastrophic 1812 Caracas earthquake that claimed up to 20,000 lives to the deadly 2026 Yaracuy twin earthquakes, here's a look at the most destructive earthquakes in Venezuela's recorded history.

FIFA 2026: Ivory Coast president Alassane Ouattara congratulates team on historic knockout qualification

The victory over Curacao took Ivory Coast to six points and secured their place in the knockout stage as Group E runners-up behind Germany

Ram Temple trust chief Champat Rai, Anil Mishra resign amid donation theft row: Reports

Ram Temple trust chief Champat Rai and trust member Anil Mishra have resigned amid a donation theft controversy, as police investigate the alleged embezzlement of temple funds and question eight arrested accused.

From Gujarat to Tamil Nadu: Monsoon Advances Further, IMD Issues Alert

The southwest monsoon is advancing rapidly over north India, as the IMD forecasts widespread rainfall across states.

Why Kamal Haasan walked away from Bollywood: 'Too many underworld connections...'

Kamal Haasan has worked across languages and proven his talent in each one. But do you know why he stepped back from Hindi cinema even after delivering superhits?

Vision advantage: How the F-22 fighter jet spots enemy aircraft from over 150 kilometres away
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The F-22 Raptor uses its AN/APG-77 radar to spot enemy jets over 150 kilometres away. It tracks up to 100 targets simultaneously while keeping the US fighter completely invisible to enemy sensors.

Ketan Agarwal death case: Accused Siya and Chetan turn on each other as probe intensifies - What happens next

The Ketan Agarwal murder investigation has entered a crucial phase as Pune Police examine CCTV footage, deleted chats and phone records. Accused Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary have blamed each other, while investigators probe an alleged murder plot

AI is making Xbox consoles more expensive. Here's why Microsoft raised prices

Microsoft has raised Xbox console prices worldwide, blaming soaring memory and storage costs driven by AI data-centre demand. The move highlights how the AI boom is now affecting consumer electronics, with gamers facing higher prices ahead of GTA 6's expected launch.

France heatwave: Three-year-old boy dies after getting trapped in car amid extreme heat in Paris

According to the magistrate, the boy appears to have shut the door behind him and was unable to get out. He was later found unconscious by his parents. The mother was subsequently hospitalised after going into shock.

'Dying in Detention': Deaths in ICE custody up by 140% under Trump, Human Rights Watch reveals SHOCKING data

A new report by Human Rights Watch and Physicians for Human Rights claims that 52 people died in US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody during the first 500 days of Donald Trump's second term. The report alleges that deaths in detention rose by 140 per cent.

Kolkata Roof Collapse: Three-Storey Warehouse Collapses in Taratala: Death Toll Rises to 14

The death toll in the tragic collapse of an under-construction warehouse in Kolkata’s Taratala area has risen to 15 as of Friday, June 26, 2026. Intensive search and rescue operations, involving the Army, NDRF, and state disaster teams, continue for the third consecutive day amid fears that more workers may still be trapped beneath the rubble.