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NCERT Emergency controversy widens as Preamble, 'secularism' disappear from Class 9 Social Science textbook

While political parties continue to clash over NCERT's new chapter on Emergency, another change has largely escaped attention. The revised Class 9 Social Science textbook no longer has the Preamble or the words "secular" or "secularism", both of which featured prominently in earlier editions.

JD Vance compares Trump to Nixon, says Watergate would last just 12 hours today

JD Vance compared Donald Trump to Richard Nixon, claimed the "deep state" targeted both, and argued the Watergate scandal would last only 12 hours today.

Poland Joins Europe's Economic Elite Now

Poland is closing the gap with Britain after already surpassing two other Western European economies. IMF data confirms that Poland's average annual income adjusted for purchasing power reached $58,560 last year, slightly higher than Spain's $58,350. IMF forecasts also indicate Poland has already reached around 87% of the UK's per capita income in purchasing power terms. In this next report, we look at how Poland is silently joining the "European economic elite".

Elon Musk becomes first ever ex-trillionaire

What would you do if you lost $300 billion in a single week? That is a question no one in the world could really relate to. But for Elon Musk, it's just another week at the office.

Rome Celebrates 80 Years of the Iconic Vespa

Vespa is turning 80, and the Eternal City is hosting the party of the century! From June 25 to 28, 2026, Rome has transformed into a global hub for tens of thousands of Vespisti, marking eight decades since the legendary scooter first hit the roads in 1946.

EU Eyes Tougher Rules For Cloud Giants | AWS and Azure Face EU Digital Scrutiny

The European Commission has reached a preliminary conclusion that Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure should be designated as "gatekeepers" under the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA). This move marks a significant expansion of the EU's regulatory reach, bringing cloud infrastructure—the backbone of the modern digital and AI economy—under the same strict competition rules as social media and app stores.

World Cup of Economies: New Zealand vs Belgium | World Business Watch

We have a special economic segment called Pitch & Portfolio, a series where we analyse the beautiful game of football through the lens of global markets. We put World Cup rivals against each other, but to see who wins the economic match.

Who leads India's savings account market share?

The top 3 banks - SBI, HDFC and ICICI - account for almost 47% of the country's savings account base. Public sector banks continue to dominate retail banking, while private banks are steadily gaining market share through digital banking and premium customer services. In this News in Numbers report, we dive into India's savings account market share.

Russia-Ukraine War: Russian Missile Strike Triggers Major Fire in Kyiv

A major fire has broken out in Kyiv after a high-intensity Russian missile strike targeted critical infrastructure in the capital. Air raid sirens blared across the city early this morning as residents scrambled for cover. Emergency services are currently battling the blaze, which has sent plumes of thick black smoke over the skyline.

Why is Gen Z Ordering Fake Food?

Experts are sounding alarms over a viral new digital habit blending entertainment and stress relief in highly unexpected ways. Millions of Gen Z users are actively engaging with mock e-commerce and simulated takeaway interfaces purely for the quick emotional stimulation of adding items to a cart.

Welcome To The Jungle movie review: Akshay Kumar's star-studded comedy delivers laughs, but not much logic

Welcome To The Jungle, starring an ensemble cast led by Akshay Kumar, is this week's big Bollywood release. Directed by Ahmed Khan, the mass-entertainer is a complete brain-rot comedy that brings laughs if you don't think about logic or storytelling.

FIFA World Cup 2026: World Cup boosts toys' sales in China

While International teams fight on the pitch, China's manufacturing grid is quietly supplying nearly 70% of everything from official match balls to fast-selling fan collectibles like Lionel Messi merchandise.

Did Paris just ban alcohol consumption and sales? What's the truth

Paris has temporarily banned public drinking and takeaway alcohol sales as hospitals struggle under a deadly heatwave. With temperatures topping 40°C, authorities reported a surge in cardiac arrests, while the Eiffel Tower and Louvre cut opening hours

NCERT Emergency chapter draws political fire as Congress and BJP trade barbs: 'Attempt to divert India's history'

NCERT's decision to include the Emergency in a Class 9 textbook has triggered a war of words between Congress and the BJP. The opposition alleges an attempt to rewrite history, while the Centre argues that students should understand one of the most controversial chapters in Indian democracy.

Taylor Swift Wedding Rumors Explode After NYC Mayor's Remark

Wedding speculation around Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce is heating up after New York City's mayor referenced the couple while discussing July 4 events. A permit application around Madison Square Garden has added to the buzz, though no official wedding plans have been confirmed.

Venezuela earthquake update: Was the 'doublet' a single Big One? Experts think it was

The twin earthquakes in Venezuela could actually have been one large temblor instead of two separate ones, experts say. As the fault ruptured, several pulses were triggered, and the domino effect likely led to a bigger pulse, the 7.5 quake.

'Jews are sick of you, everybody hates...': New book reveals Trump's explosive 2025 phone call with Netanyahu

A new book claims Donald Trump blasted Benjamin Netanyahu during a 2025 call, urging him to accept a Gaza ceasefire and saying, "All the Jews are sick of you." The revelations come as US-Israel ties face fresh strains over Iran

Supergirl Ditches Skirt for Combat Boots in DCU Debut

Milly Alcock officially makes her debut as Kara Zor-El as Supergirl lands in theaters today. Marking a major tactical shift in the evolution of the superhero silhouette, this new iteration completely ditches the traditional comic skirt in favor of utilitarian combat boots. This broadcast analyzes the creative decisions behind Kara embracing a hardened survival look for the new DC Universe.

Prahaar teaser: Rajkummar Rai transforms himself to play prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam in this courtroom drama on the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks

Director Avinash Arun's Prahaar- The Ujjwal Nikam Story tells the story of public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam who set out to fight for the justice of Indians in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack case.