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Mallikarjun Kharge defends Congress's Vande Mataram rendition, challenges BJP over Gandhi, Nehru and Patel, and targets BJP-RSS in Goa

Iran is resuming Umrah pilgrimages for 18,000 citizens after a six-month suspension, reviving a tradition previously halted by historic events, political tensions, health concerns, and diplomatic rifts.

Russian politician Lev Shlosberg has been sentenced to 11 years for anti-war statements. The Yabloko deputy chairman rejected the charges as politically motivated. Here is what you should know about him

David Warner was convicted and fined $1,066 for mid-range drink-driving on Easter Sunday. He must install an interlock device. The incident has hurt his commercial prospects and Sydney Thunder leadership.

Germany’s Federal Cartel Office has pushed Apple to change its App Tracking Transparency rules after finding that Apple’s own apps received more favourable consent prompts than third-party apps. Apple will redesign the prompts to make them more neutral and give developers more flexibility in explaining personalised advertising.

Jharkhand student leader Devendra Nath Mahto ended his 16-day hunger strike after the state government agreed to cancel the JSSC-CGL examination and other exams conducted through TDPL. Mahto called the decision a major victory while continuing to push for wider reforms and transparency in recruitment examinations.

Directed by Apoorv Singh Karki (Sirf Ek Banda Kaafi Hai & Aspirants fame), Prem Keetanu stars Veer Pahariya, Aafiya Sayed, Aparshakti Khurana, Rakesh Bedi and Nikhil Vijay. The movie will release on October 2.

Sigma, starring Sundeep Kishan, has locked its new release date. The film marks the debut of CM Vijay's son Jason Sanjay as director. The heist adventure will arrive in October.

ChatGPT has a new feature which allows the AI tool to scan your keystrokes and mouse cursor to decode which files you have accessed and who you have chatted with in personal DMs. Users are calling it “creepy" and flagging it as a security risk.

India has initiated historic in-absentia proceedings under the BNSS against six Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba conspirators, including Hafiz Saeed, for their role in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks.

Iran is resuming Umrah pilgrimages to Saudi Arabia after a six-month suspension, with 18,000 pilgrims set to travel in the first phase. Around five million Iranians holding Umrah registration vouchers are waiting to make the pilgrimage, with the pace of future departures depending on flight availability and foreign-currency arrangements.

From unforgettable performances to timeless legacies, some of cinema's brightest stars left the world far too early. This tribute remembers the actors, actresses and filmmakers whose talent transcended generations, even as their lives were cut tragically short. Their work continues to inspire millions, proving that true legends never fade away. Join us as we celebrate the lives, careers and enduring impact of some of the most beloved names in film history.

Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan has raised concerns over the Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill, warning that its provisions could weaken the state’s revenue-raising powers. The proposed changes have sparked debate over the balance between the Centre’s authority and states’ financial and regulatory rights over mineral resources.

China’s yuan is steadily expanding its influence across Africa, moving beyond trade settlements into banking, debt financing, investment, and even tax collection systems. As Beijing strengthens financial links with African economies, it is also building the infrastructure needed to support wider yuan adoption. The shift reflects growing efforts by several countries to diversify away from the U.S. dollar and deepen economic ties with China. Could the yuan emerge as Africa’s leading alternative currency for trade and finance?

Set during India's freedom struggle, The Revolutionaries follows four young revolutionaries engaging in armed resistance against the British Empire, highlighting untold stories of sacrifice, friendship, and rebellion.

Xi Jinping's defence of the 1989 Tiananmen crackdown has revived the mystery of Tank Man. Nearly four decades after his iconic stand before PLA tanks, what do we know about the lone protestor?

Thirty-two climbers stranded while attempting to reach Mont Blanc were asked to pay around $110 each for their rescue, highlighting the costs involved in mountain rescue operations. The climbers were reportedly stranded amid difficult conditions while making their way toward the summit.

Just before its scheduled July 17th premiere, the Orissa High Court issued an interim stay on the national release following a PIL seeking judicial review of the film’s content.

What if your money, art and prized possessions could survive a war, disaster or economic collapse? A Swiss firm is carving private bunkers deep inside an Alpine mountain, offering the ultra-rich a very expensive version of survival.