Politics
Congress, CPI(M) leaders urge Modi govt to withdraw FCRA rules
Congress MP K C Venugopal and CPI(M) MP John Brittas have separately urged PM Modi and HM Amit Shah to withdraw the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Rules 2026, calling them designed to strangulate NGOs.
World
Balochistan Erupts in Protest After Conviction of BYC Leaders Mahrang Baloch and Shah Jee Sibghatullah
Widespread protests and a shutdown strike swept Balochistan following the conviction of BYC leaders Dr Mahrang Baloch and Shah Jee Sibghatullah, triggering debate over human rights and political dissent in Pakistan.
Entertainment
Chinmayi Sripaada Slams Sunitha Upadrasta Over Anti-Feminism Remarks, Seeks Action on 'Acid' Comment
Singer Chinmayi Sripaada criticises Sunitha Upadrasta for anti-feminist comments and demands action against a man who joked 'my acid my choice' in response to her post on women's safety.
Business
India says trade deal with US 'very close' to conclusion
India and the US are 'very close' to finalising a trade deal, with New Delhi seeking lower tariffs and Washington pushing for increased imports of American goods.
Sports
Lifestyle
Technology
New Kill Switch Tech Makes Stolen Smartphones Useless
A new kill switch technology could render stolen smartphones useless with a single click, reducing theft incentives. Developed by a team of researchers, the system uses hardware-level locking.
India 13th in QS Future Skills Index 2027, Skill Gap Noted
India ranks 13th globally in the QS World Future Skills Index 2027, positioned well for AI-led workforce transformation, but the report highlights a significant skill gap.
Train Passenger on Why He Didn't Stop Littering Co-Traveller
A train passenger's viral post explains why he didn't intervene when a co-traveller littered, sparking debate on public behaviour and personal responsibility.
GTA 6 Pre-Orders Open: Launch Date, India Pricing, and New Features
Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders are now live. The game launches in 2026 at ₹4,999 in India. New features include a female protagonist and Vice City setting.
Bengaluru Musician Breaks World Travel Record with Indian Passport
Benny Prasad, a Bengaluru musician, became the fastest person to visit 245 countries and territories on an Indian passport in just 6 years, 6 months, and 22 days, overcoming severe asthma and lung damage.
Indian Geography Quiz: Rivers, States and More
Explore India's rivers, deserts, mountains and states in this geography quiz. From the mighty Ganga to the Thar Desert and the Pink City, test how well you really know your homeland.
