FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 Continues
The knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 continues with the final day of the Round of 32, as teams battle for the remaining places in the Round of…
Tibetan Protest Outside UN Ends in Self-Immolation
A Tibetan activist died after setting himself on fire near the United Nations headquarters in New York City during a protest calling for Tibetan independence and greater international attention to…
Eight Workers Killed in Bengaluru Stone Quarry Collapse
A tragic accident at a stone quarry on the outskirts of Bengaluru claimed the lives of eight daily-wage labourers after a massive rock collapse buried workers beneath tonnes of debris.…
Skyroot’s Vikram-1 Rocket Ready for Historic Launch
Hyderabad-based private space company Skyroot Aerospace has announced that its Vikram-1 launch vehicle is fully prepared for its much-anticipated maiden orbital mission, marking a significant milestone for India’s rapidly growing…
Over 20 Hospitalised After Suspected Food Poisoning in Thiruvananthapuram
More than 20 people were admitted to hospitals in Kadakkavoor, Thiruvananthapuram, following a suspected case of food poisoning after consuming food from a local fast-food outlet. The incident has prompted…
Centre Asks WhatsApp to Pause Username Feature
The Government of India has asked Meta to temporarily delay the rollout of WhatsApp’s proposed username feature in the country. Officials have expressed concerns that usernames could increase the risk…
IMD Issues Heavy Rain Alerts Across Several States
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued heavy rainfall warnings for several states as the southwest monsoon becomes more active. States including Delhi, Maharashtra, Uttarakhand, Odisha, Bihar, West Bengal, Gujarat,…
India and Japan Strengthen Strategic Partnership
India welcomed Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for high-level bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. The visit focused on expanding cooperation in semiconductors, critical minerals, defence…
Chennai Metro Ridership Rises as Schools and Colleges Reopen
Chennai Metro Rail has recorded a significant increase in passenger numbers during June, driven by the reopening of schools, colleges, and educational institutions across Tamil Nadu. The return of students,…
Chennai to Upgrade 600 Road Junctions for Safer Traffic
The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has launched a major road safety initiative to redesign and upgrade 600 road junctions across the city, aiming to improve traffic flow, reduce congestion, and…