05 Jul 2026
Newcastle United sign Ivory Coast winger Bazoumana Toure for £42m
Newcastle United have completed the signing of Bazoumana Toure from Bundesliga club Hoffenheim for a fee of £42 million, as per Sky Sports News.
Nat Sciver-Brunt slams her 9th T20 World Cup half-century: Stats
England's captain Nat Sciver-Brunt helped her team post a decent total of 150/4 against Australia in the final of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at Lord's.
Novak Djokovic beats Roman Safiullin, reaches Wimbledon 2026 quarter-finals: Stats
Novak Djokovic, the seven-time Wimbledon champion, has advanced to the quarter-finals of the grass-court major for the 17th time.
F1 2026, Charles Leclerc wins the British GP: Key stats
Scuderia Ferrari's Charles Leclerc won the British Grand Prix, marking his first victory in nearly two years. He was followed by Mercedes's George Russell and Ferrari teammate Lewis Hamilton.
Jessica Pegula reaches Wimbledon 2026 quarters with Iva Jovic scalp
Fourth seed Jessica Pegula has reached the 2026 Wimbledon women's singles quarter-finals.
England winless at Trent Bridge since July 2022 (T20Is): Stats
After a washout, England took a 1-0 lead in the five-match T20I series by beating India at Old Trafford.
Word of the Day: Enduring
The word "enduring" is an adjective used for something that lasts a long time or continues despite difficulties or change.
12-year-old girl found dead in pond; family alleges rape-murder
A 12-year-old girl was found dead in a pond in Baruipur, West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district.
Word of the Day: Triad
The word "triad" is a noun that refers to a group of three related people, things, or ideas.
Word of the Day: Propound
The word "propound" is a verb used when someone presents an idea, theory, question, or argument for others to consider.
Word of the Day: Fabricate
"Fabricate" is a verb commonly linked with both construction and deception.
Word of the Day: Foolhardy
"Foolhardy" is an adjective used to describe behavior that is recklessly bold or dangerously careless.
Word of the Day: Hospitable
"Hospitable" is an adjective used to describe someone who is warm, welcoming, and generous toward guests or strangers.
Should India consider Rajat Patidar for T20Is? Irfan Pathan suggests
Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan has suggested that the national team should consider Rajat Patidar in T20Is.
Word of the Day: Colossal
"Colossal" is an adjective used to describe something extremely large, massive, or impressive in size or scale.
SBI to recruit 1,500 probationary officers this year
The State Bank of India (SBI), the country's largest lender, has announced plans to recruit 1,500 probationary officers this year. The move is part of the bank's strategy to drive business growth.
'Alliance': Niti Taylor reveals ex-boyfriend once burned her with cigarette
Television actor Niti Taylor has opened up about being in an abusive relationship.
India beat Sri Lanka in unofficial Test series: Key takeaways
India A clinched the two-match unofficial Test series against Sri Lanka A 1-0, thanks to a stellar performance by Gurnoor Brar.
Aluminium industry seeks tighter scrap import rules to protect investments
India's aluminum industry is embroiled in a debate over the imposition of import duties.
Adani building South Asia's largest private missile ecosystem in MP
Adani Defence and Aerospace has announced plans to set up South Asia's largest private-sector missile ecosystem in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh.
Modi government seeks clarification on WhatsApp usernames by July 9
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has extended the deadline for Meta's response on the WhatsApp username issue by three days.
How NHS plans to use AI in its app
The National Health Service (NHS) is set to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into its app.
China's rare earth industry might have a critical weakness
Despite its dominance in rare earth mining, refining, and exports, China has a major weakness in this sector.
Did Bhutan reject E20 fuel offer? Modi government clarifies
The Indian government has refuted claims that Bhutan turned down a proposal to import E20 fuel from India.
Korea will use AI windfall to set up growth fund
South Korea is setting up a "Future Response Fund" with the extra tax revenue from its booming semiconductor industry.
Rapido founders booked for running illegal bike taxi service
The founders of the popular bike taxi app, Rapido, have been booked in Nagpur for allegedly running "petrol-powered" bike taxi services without government permission.
Foxconn's Q2 results: Revenue jumps 39.8% YoY to $78.7B
Foxconn, the world's largest contract electronics manufacturer, has reported a whopping 39.8% year-on-year increase in its second-quarter revenue.
Qatar removes ban on maritime navigation for all vessels
Qatar has lifted its temporary ban on maritime navigation for all vessels, effective immediately.
Why Air India issued travel advisory for Delhi, Mumbai flights
Air India has issued a travel advisory for passengers flying to and from Mumbai and Delhi.
India intensifies oversight on Chinese herbicide imports
India is intensifying its scrutiny of glufosinate and its salts, a key herbicide from China.
iOS 27 leak hints at Apple's camera-equipped AirPods
Apple is reportedly working on a new version of its popular wireless earbuds, the AirPods Pro 3.
Want challenging roles: Farida Jalal on battling typecasting
Veteran actor Farida Jalal, who is currently basking in the success of her latest film Welcome to the Jungle, has expressed a desire to explore more challenging roles.
Prashant Kishor to contest Bankipur bypoll on Jan Suraaj ticket
Election strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor will make his electoral debut in the upcoming Bankipur assembly bypoll in Bihar.
Jasprit Bumrah resumes red-ball practice ahead of England ODIs
Indian speedster Jasprit Bumrah has resumed his practice with the red ball.
NASA offers cosmic tribute for America's 250th anniversary
NASA has marked America's 250th anniversary by releasing an awe-inspiring image of an ancient star cluster.
Badrinath temple donation irregularities controversy deepens amid CCTV camera replacement
The Shri Badrinath Dham in Uttarakhand has been embroiled in a controversy after CCTV cameras at the temple were replaced on July 1, according to India Today. This was just days before allegations of donation irregularities surfaced.
ISRO successfully conducts ground test for Gaganyaan mission's rocket
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has successfully conducted the first ground test of the solid motor for its experimental Sub-Orbital Launch Vehicle for Experiments (SOLVE).
AP: Fishing boat with 7 crew members goes missing
A fishing boat with seven crew members went missing off the coast of Visakhapatnam after it reportedly developed a mechanical fault.
When will 'Sing Geetham' arrive on OTT?
The acclaimed musical fantasy film, Sing Geetham, directed by veteran filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao (94), is set to make its OTT debut.
What's wrong with Ravi Bishnoi's spin? Wasim Jaffer points out
Hours after India lost the 2nd T20I to England, former cricketer Wasim Jaffer raised concerns over the bowling style of Ravi Bishnoi.
ChatGPT can be tricked into generating graphic or violent imagery
The latest publicly available version of ChatGPT can be manipulated into creating sexualized images or depicting scenes of brutal violence, researchers have warned.
E20 fuel not damaging vehicles, claims ARAI
The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) has debunked claims that the new E20 fuel is damaging vehicles.
'Hera Pheri 3': Akshay's production company claims worldwide rights
The ongoing saga of Hera Pheri 3 has taken a new turn, with Akshay Kumar's production company, Cape of Good Films LLP, claiming exclusive rights over the film.
Mustafizur Rahman to play entire season of Men's Hundred: BCB
Star pacer Mustafizur Rahman has received a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) to participate in the entire season of The Hundred.
India lifts emergency natural gas supply controls
The Indian government has lifted the emergency natural gas supply controls it had imposed earlier this year.
Iran's new supreme leader absent from father's funeral
The funeral of Iran's former supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was attended by his three sons, Mostafa, Meysam, and Masoud. However, their brother and successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, was notably absent.
'My heart sank': Sohail Khan recalls father Salim's health scare
Actor Sohail Khan, currently seen on Prime Video's reality show Alliance, recently opened up about his father Salim Khan's health scare.
Mumbai: Man killed, vehicles damaged as tree falls in Kurla
A 63-year-old man was killed when a tree fell on him in Mumbai's Kurla neighborhood on Sunday.
Airbnb women hosts earn big from World Cup tourism boom
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is more than just a soccer event. As millions of fans flock to North America's host cities, many residents are capitalizing on the tourism surge by renting out their homes.
Air India issues travel advisory for Delhi, Mumbai
Air India has issued a travel advisory for passengers flying to and from Mumbai and Delhi.
Priyanka, Kejriwal should be interrogated over Ram Mandir claims: VHP
The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has requested the Ayodhya Police to interrogate Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal and Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra over their allegations in the Ram Janmabhoomi temple donation embezzlement case.
'I broke down': Diljit Dosanjh reveals emotional impact of 'Satluj'
Diljit Dosanjh's latest film, Satluj, has finally made its way to ZEE5 after a three-year-long certification battle.
Can Zimbabwe challenge Bangladesh in 50-over leg? 1st ODI Preview
Zimbabwe will take on Bangladesh in the first ODI of their three-match series on July 6 at Harare Sports Club.
Aamir Khan-Gauri Spratt's wedding: First photo is here
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan (61) and his partner, Gauri Spratt, are now married.
This 1-off Rolls-Royce luxury saloon pays tribute to racing yachts
Rolls-Royce has unveiled a unique special edition of its luxury sedan, the Phantom.
China drops to 5th place in global financial competitiveness ranking
In a surprising move, China's financial competitiveness ranking has dropped by one place on the global stage.
Why Tata Steel plans to spend ₹20,000cr in FY27
Tata Steel has announced plans to invest around ₹20,000 crore in capital expenditure (capex) for the current fiscal year.
India's top 6 firms add ₹1L crore in market cap
The Indian stock market witnessed a major boost last week, with the combined market capitalization of six top companies rising by ₹1 lakh crore.
This scientist leading future Mars missions once cleaned space toilets
Claire Parfitt, a British scientist with the European Space Agency (ESA), is leading teams for future Mars missions.
Modi inaugurates CG Semi's semiconductor manufacturing plant in Gujarat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated India's third semiconductor manufacturing plant at Sanand, Gujarat.
This highway asset company wants to raise ₹5,000cr via IPO
Cube Highways Trust, a leading player in India's highway asset sector, is gearing up for a ₹5,000 crore initial public offering (IPO).
Why Modi government canceled auction of 9 strategic mineral blocks
The Indian government has canceled the auction of nine critical and strategic mineral blocks. The move comes due to a lack of investor interest and qualified bidders.
Why Australia is worried about doctors using AI scribes
The Australian Federal Health Department has raised alarms over the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) scribes by doctors.
Is OpenAI serious about its £30B UK data center project?
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, had announced plans for Stargate UK, a multi-billion-pound data center project in the United Kingdom.
West Bengal introduces new law penalizing protest damage costs
The West Bengal government has introduced a stringent new law to curb vandalism and maintain public order.
Midjourney demands Hollywood reveal AI usage details in legal fight
AI start-up Midjourney is embroiled in a legal battle with three major Hollywood studios: Disney, Universal, and Warner Bros.
Presenting Indian bowlers with 100-plus wickets in T20Is
India continued their winless streak after losing the 2nd T20I to England at Manchester's Old Trafford.
Google ad imagines US Founding Fathers using AI for Declaration
In a new commercial, Google imagines what would have happened if the American Founding Fathers had access to its productivity tools.
Shilpa Shinde enters 'Lock Upp 2' as wild card contestant
Shilpa Shinde, best known for her role in Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai!, has been confirmed as the first wild card entry in the popular reality show Lock Upp.
ITI trainee confesses to killing cousin after stealing guns
In a shocking turn of events, a 22-year-old ITI trainee, Monu, has confessed to murdering his cousin Shivam last July, The Times of India
Dev Benegal's 'English, August' heads to Venice Film Festival
Dev Benegal's 1994 cult classic English, August, starring Rahul Bose, is set to be rediscovered with a 4K restoration.
Wimbledon: Why Serena Williams will miss doubles on her return
Serena Williams, the 23-time singles Grand Slam champion, has withdrawn from the 2026 Wimbledon doubles event due to a knee injury.
Axis Bank reports strong business performance in Q1
Axis Bank, India's third-largest private lender, has reported a strong financial performance for the first quarter of FY27.
Iranian Embassy mocks Trump, says US 'has no honor'
The Iranian Embassy in Armenia has hit back at United States President Donald Trump after he claimed the US could take out Iran's leadership in "one shot."
2 Lawrence Bishnoi gang members killed in encounter with police
Two members of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang were killed in an encounter with police in Bahadurgarh on Sunday.
These batters have clocked 1,000-plus T20 runs in 2026
Abhishek Sharma has become the second Indian cricketer to score over 1,000 runs in T20 cricket in 2026.
India to auction vast unexplored areas for offshore oil drilling
In a bid to tackle the biggest energy supply shock in decades, India is ramping up its domestic crude exploration efforts.
Just married! Aamir Khan weds Gauri Spratt at Bandra home
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan (61) has married his longtime partner, Gauri Spratt, in a private ceremony at their Bandra home.
Kolkata-based Laser Power to launch ₹740cr IPO next week
Kolkata-based Laser Power & Infra Ltd (LPIL) will open its ₹742 crore initial public offering (IPO) on July 9.
Singer Bismil receives extortion threats; probe underway
Delhi-based singer Mohammad Asif, popularly known as Bismil, has reportedly received extortion threats from an unidentified person using an international phone number.
Pakistan name squads for West Indies, England Test series
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced Babar Azam's return as the captain of the Test team.
Government issues notice to Meta over child sexual exploitation ads
The Indian government has issued a notice to Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, over paid advertisements promoting content related to child sexual exploitation and abuse material (CSEAM), NDTV reported, citing sources.
Babar Azam reinstated as Pakistan's Test captain: Decoding his stats
Babar Azam has been named the new captain of Pakistan's Test cricket team, taking over from Shan Masood.
'The Greatest': Prime Video's Muhammad Ali series gets release date
Prime Video has announced that its upcoming limited series, The Greatest, will premiere on Wednesday, November 4.
Listing Sri Lanka's highest totals against West Indies in Tests
Team Sri Lanka declared its first innings at a massive 549-9 in the second Test against West Indies in North Sound.
Yogi Babu to play 11 roles in pan-Indian thriller
Tamil actor-comedian Yogi Babu is set to play 11 different roles in an upcoming pan-Indian action-thriller.
Paul McCartney performed this Beatles classic at Taylor-Travis wedding
Pop icon Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce exchanged vows on July 3 at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
2nd Test: Jayden Seales lauds Sri Lanka for 'brave' call
West Indies pacer Jayden Seales has praised Sri Lanka for their "bold call" to bat first in the second Test of the series.
New rules for origin of goods under India-UK pact notified
The Ministry of Finance has announced new rules to determine the origin of goods under the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA). The rules will come into effect from July 15.
2nd unofficial Test: Saransh Jain displays all-round heroics versus SL-A
Tean India A has put itself in a strong position against Sri Lanka A in the second and final unofficial Test match in Galle.
'Limited to 200 people': Delhi Police on ethanol protest
A day ahead of a planned protest against the central government's E20 ethanol-blended petrol policy, organizers have claimed that the Delhi Police gave them verbal permission to hold the demonstration at Jantar Mantar.
Netanyahu requested White House meeting, says Trump
United States President Donald Trump has confirmed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has requested a meeting at the White House.
How Aamir Khan and Gauri Spratt's friendship blossomed into love
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan (61) and his longtime girlfriend Gauri Spratt are all set to get married in an intimate ceremony at his Bandra residence in Mumbai on July 5.
Delhi Metro to introduce in-train audio ads
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) is planning to introduce in-train audio advertisements on its Red, Yellow, Blue, and Magenta lines.
Who is the youngest debutant in international cricket?
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made history on Saturday by becoming India's youngest-ever international cricketer.
Red alert issued in Mumbai, adjoining areas; heavy rain expected
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of active monsoon conditions across large parts of India on July 5 and 6.
Beyoncé drops surprise new song 'Morning Dew'
Beyoncé surprised fans on Saturday by dropping her first new song in two years, Morning Dew (Donk).
These Chinese robots can detect cables buried under seabed
China is gearing up to export advanced robots capable of detecting marine cables buried under the seabed.
These LEGO F1 minicars can be driven on the racetrack
LEGO has unveiled its latest range of Formula 1 minicars, which are smaller and made with fewer bricks than last year's models.
Why US DOJ wants case against Adani to be dropped
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has requested a federal judge to dismiss the criminal case against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani.
JSW Group to invest ₹50,361cr in Andhra Pradesh
JSW Group, one of India's leading industrial conglomerates, has announced a massive investment of ₹50,361 crore in Andhra Pradesh.
India emerges as safe haven for investors amid AI frenzy
As the artificial intelligence (AI) frenzy continues to disrupt markets worldwide, the Nifty 50 Index is emerging as a safe haven for global investors.
Tilak Varma gets past 1,500 T20I runs: Key stats
Albeit in a losing cause, Tilak Varma played an unbeaten 24-run cameo in the second T20I match against England at Old Trafford, Manchester.
Sumona Chakravarti undergoes endometriosis surgery
Actor Sumona Chakravarti recently revealed that she underwent surgery after her endometriosis worsened.
Iran fears mass-casualty event during Khamenei's funeral, 3,000 graves prepared
Iranian authorities are bracing for a possible mass-casualty event during the week-long funeral of former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
Maharashtra launches new e-challan portal to fix payment glitches
Maharashtra's Transport Department has launched a new web portal for its Vahan e-challan services, bringing relief to thousands of vehicle owners across the state.
'Lock Upp': Akanksha Chamola opens up on her bisexuality
Akanksha Chamola, a contestant on the Netflix reality show Lock Upp - Sach Ya Sazaa, has revealed that she is bisexual.
J&K: Army operation against 2 LeT terrorists continues in Shopian
The Indian Army has launched a major counter-terrorist operation in the Shopian district of Jammu and Kashmir.
Legendary Pandavani singer Teejan Bai dies at 70
The world of folk art is mourning the loss of Padma Vibhushan Teejan Bai, who passed away at the age of 70.
'Welcome to the Jungle': Why Suniel Shetty replaced Sanjay Dutt
The recent Bollywood comedy, Welcome to the Jungle, has been a success at the box office.
Shresta Iyer eliminated from 'Lock Upp 2'
Shresta Iyer, the sister of Indian cricketer Shreyas Iyer, has become the first contestant to be eliminated from Netflix's Lock Upp 2: Sach Ya Sazaa.
'You will have to kill me': Mamata defies TMC rebels
Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has issued a defiant statement against the rebels of her party, the Trinamool Congress (TMC).
Pakistan: Cryptocurrency dispute emerges in gang-rape case involving foreign women
The investigation into the alleged kidnapping and gang rape of two foreign women in Pakistan has taken a new turn. Investigators are now probing whether a cryptocurrency dispute worth millions was involved.
Alia-Sharvari's 'Alpha' nears ₹40cr mark globally in 2 days
Alia Bhatt and Sharvari's action-packed spy-thriller Alpha has taken off to a flying start at the box office.
Ram Mandir donation case: Police to seek custody of accused
The Uttar Pradesh Police is likely to seek the custody of two key accused in the Ram Temple donation case, Lavkush Mishra and Anukalp Mishra.
'It haunted us': Shreyas Iyer on Manchester T20I defeat
Indian cricket team captain Shreyas Iyer has admitted that the turning point in their four-wicket loss to England in the second T20I was a costly over from leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi.
Shreyas Iyer sets unwanted record as Indian T20I captain: Details
Shreyas Iyer has become the first Indian captain in history to go winless in his first four matches in charge of the men's T20I team.
Ravi Bishnoi sets this unwanted record in 2nd England T20I
India lost the second T20I against England by four wickets at Old Trafford, Manchester.
World Cup: Mbappe's penalty sends France past Paraguay into quarterfinals
Kylian Mbappe scored a second-half penalty to help France defeat Paraguay 1-0 in the FIFA World Cup round of 16.
Can eliminate remaining leadership with 'one shot': Trump to Iran
United States President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to the remaining leadership of Iran.
Morocco knock out Canada to reach World Cup quarter-finals: Stats
Morocco have knocked co-hosts Canada out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, winning their Round of 16 match 3-0 at Houston.
Arshdeep Singh claims 3/40 versus England in second T20I: Stats
England defeated India by four wickets in the second T20I at Manchester, taking a 1-0 lead in the five-match series.