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Reliance to list Jio by H1 2026 in landmark IPO
Reliance Industries Limited, India's most valuable company, has announced its plan to take its telecom arm, Reliance Jio Infocomm Limited, public.
Why France is suing an Australian live-streaming platform
French authorities are preparing to sue Kick, a live-streaming platform, following the death of influencer Jean Pormanove, aka Raphael Graven.
After India, New Zealand suspends postal services to US
New Zealand Post has temporarily suspended most mail services to the United States due to uncertainty over upcoming tariffs.
Did Russian President Putin travel to Alaska with 'poop suitcase'?
Russian President Vladimir Putin's bodyguards reportedly brought a "poop suitcase" to collect his fecal waste during his travels.
Iran sends its remaining nuclear scientists into hiding; know why
Iran has reportedly moved its remaining nuclear scientists into hiding after at least 14 Iranian researchers were killed during a 12-day conflict with Israel in June.
Digital rights for deceased crucial to stop AI cloning: Expert
As generative AI technology advances, concerns are growing over its potential to recreate and revive a person's digital presence after death.
Australia joins Britain, France, and Canada to recognize Palestinian state
Australia has announced plans to formally recognize Palestine as a state at the upcoming United Nations General Assembly in September.
One woman dead, 9 injured in France's largest wildfire
A massive wildfire has erupted in southern France, killing one woman and injuring nine others.
5 Ridley Scott films that turn history into spectacle
Known for his expertise in recreating history on the big screen, Ridley Scott is a master storyteller.
Michael Jackson's rhinestone-studded sock sold for a whopping price; see
A rhinestone-studded sock worn by the late pop icon Michael Jackson during his 1997 HIStory World Tour has been sold for a whopping $8,822 at an auction in France.
'Kaan kholke sun le...': Jaishankar reiterates no Trump-Modi phone call
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar clarified once again in the Rajya Sabha that there were no phone calls between United States President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi from April 22 to June 16.
Opposition interrupts Jaishankar during Op Sindoor debate; Shah loses cool
The Lok Sabha debate on Operation Sindoor turned tense on Monday as External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar was interrupted by chants of opposition leaders.
How much have Modi's foreign trips in 5yrs cost Centre
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign visits between 2021 and 2025 have cost the Indian government nearly ₹362 crore.
Macrons sue right-wing commentator Candace Owens for calling Brigitte 'man'
French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte, have filed a defamation lawsuit against American right-wing commentator Candace Owens.
Someone ate this Italian artist's $6M banana again. Wait what?
Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan's $6 million artwork "Comedian," featuring a banana taped to a wall, was eaten by a visitor at the Centre-Pompidou Metz in France on July 12.
'Papa Jake' Larson, WWII veteran, TikTok star, dies at 102
World War II veteran and TikTok sensation "Papa Jake" Larson has passed away at the age of 102.
Modi government wants France to co-develop next-gen fighter jet engines
In a major move toward self-reliance in defense, the Ministry of Defense has recommended a strategic partnership with France for the co-development of next-generation fighter jet engines.
5 EU nations trial age-verification app amid child safety push
The European Commission has announced that France, Spain, Italy, Denmark, and Greece will trial a new age verification app.
This phone cover burns like skin—reminding you to wear sunscreen
French researcher Marc Teyssier, in association with Virgin Media O2, has unveiled a revolutionary phone case called Skincase.
AMCA project: Safran, Rolls-Royce compete to develop India's fighter engines
India is gearing up to choose a global partner for the development of engines for its next-generation stealth fighter, the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA).
How true is 'The Salt Path' memoir? Fabrication allegations emerge
Raynor Winn, the author of the bestselling memoir The Salt Path, has been accused of lying about her life experiences.
China ran disinformation campaign against Rafale jets post-Operation Sindoor: Report
French military and intelligence officials have alleged that China has been waging a campaign against the French-made Rafale fighter jets.
Meg Ryan's most romantic roles ranked and remembered
Meg Ryan, the queen of romcoms, has won hearts with her endearing performances and relatable characters.
This French astronaut will eat Michelin-star chef's delicacies in space
French astronaut Sophie Adenot will be treated to gourmet meals prepared by Anne-Sophie Pic, a 10-time Michelin star chef, during her first mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS) in 2026.
5 French bridal traditions you'll love
The French know how to do a wedding right, combining elegance with traditions that add depth to the celebration.
Pessimism rising in Japan; 70% feel country on downward trend
A recent global survey by Ipsos has revealed that 70% of Japanese respondents feel their country is on a downward trend.
NATO's defense spending boost sparks rally in these Indian stocks
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) leaders have pledged to increase their defense spending, a move that has led to a rally in Indian defense stocks.
Millions of children at risk due to declining vaccination: Study
A groundbreaking study published in The Lancet has revealed a worrying trend in global vaccination rates.
Glass bottles contain 50x more microplastics than plastic ones: Study
In a surprising revelation, a study by France's food safety agency ANSES has found that drinks in glass bottles contain far more microplastics than those in plastic bottles or metal cans.
'Answer is no': Iran rejects any negotiation with Trump administration
Iran has rejected any possibility of negotiations with the United States under President Donald Trump, accusing Washington of complicity in Israeli aggression.
Trump gives Iran 2-week chance for diplomacy before military action
United States President Donald Trump has given Iran a two-week chance for diplomacy before he decides on joining Israel's military campaign against Tehran.
Netflix's 'Hunchback of Notre Dame' remake: All we know
Vincent Cassel, known for his role in Black Swan, will play the titular character in an upcoming film titled Quasimodo.
India now has nearly 85,700 millionaires, ranks 4th worldwide
India has become the fourth-largest hub of high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) in the world, according to the Knight Frank Global Wealth Report 2025.
Canada PM invites Modi to G7 Summit; he confirms attendance
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he has been invited to the upcoming Group of Seven (G7) summit by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
2 dead, hundreds arrested after PSG's Champions League win
Celebrations for Paris Saint-Germain's (PSG) historic Champions League victory turned deadly in France. The club won its first European title after defeating Inter Milan in Munich.
This tech will protect China's power grid from blackouts
China has developed a revolutionary new technology to protect its power grid from catastrophic collapses.
France bans smoking in public places like parks, beaches
France will implement a nationwide smoking ban in public places from July 1.
Sperm donor with genetic mutation fathers 67 children—10 get cancer
Scores of children across Europe were conceived using the sperm of a man carrying a rare genetic mutation linked to cancer.
2 blackouts in 2 days; Who's sabotaging France's electric grid?
Southeastern France was rocked by two major power outages in quick succession over the weekend.
A repeat of 14,000-year-old solar storm could cripple modern tech
A team of scientists has found evidence of a massive solar storm that hit Earth more than 14,000 years ago.
Novels that inspired 'Game of Thrones' might get film franchise
Dimitri Rassam, a French film producer, is developing an ambitious medieval film saga based on The Accursed Kings, the French novel series that inspired George R.R. Martin's Game of Thrones.
UN warns 14,000 babies could die in Gaza within 48hrs
The United Nations has issued a dire warning that without immediate intervention, around 14,000 babies could perish in Gaza within the next two days.
EU wants to restrict social media for children under 16
The European Union (EU) is mulling a new initiative to restrict social media access for children under 16.
In India's global diplomatic outreach, who goes where
In the wake of a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, last month, the Indian government has announced seven all-party delegations.
Ukraine, allies propose 30-day ceasefire to Russia
Ukraine and its allies have offered a "full, unconditional ceasefire" with Russia for at least 30 days, effective May 12, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha announced on Saturday.
Many in US, Western Europe think WW3 imminent: Poll
A new YouGov poll has shown that many Americans and Western Europeans think a third global conflict could erupt in the next 10 years.
Alibaba's Jack Ma helped Chinese government intimidate a businessman: Report
Jack Ma, the billionaire co-founder of Alibaba, was involved in an intimidation campaign by the Chinese government targeting a specific businessman, according to documents reviewed by The Guardian.