'Salary is a hard drug to quit': Delhi man's job exit goes viral

Delhi resident Karan sparked debate online after sharing lessons from spending 60 days without an income. Comparing a salary to a "hard drug," he reflected on leaving a stable job that no longer made him happy. His candid post about financial dependence, career dissatisfaction and personal growth resonated with professionals, many of whom shared similar experiences and struggles.
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Veteran producer and ex-CBFC chief Pahlaj Nihalani dies at 76

Veteran film producer and former CBFC chairperson Pahlaj Nihalani died on June 4 at the age of 76. According to reports, he had been battling liver cirrhosis and was hospitalised for nearly 30 days. Nihalani produced films including Aankhen and Ilzaam and later headed the Central Board of Film Certification before leaving the post in 2017.
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Govt preparing to introduce norms to standardise edible oil pack sizes: Report

The government is preparing to introduce norms to standardise edible oil pack sizes, PTI reported. Industry executives said the move could improve price transparency for consumers and create a more level playing field for manufacturers. The proposed measure is expected to address the growing prevalence of non-standard pack sizes, including 850 ml, 875 ml, 900 ml, and 950 ml packs.
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12:51 pm Thursday, 04 June 2026

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Filmmaker and ex-censor board chief Pahlaj Nihalani passes away aged 76

Filmmaker and former Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) chief Pahlaj Nihalani has passed away in Mumbai at the age of 76. He had reportedly been unwell for some time. Over the years, he backed several Bollywood films, including Aankhen, Andaz, Talaash, Julie 2, Gunahon Ka Faisla, Paap Ki Duniya, Mitti Aur Sona and Shola Aur Shabnam among others.
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12:48 pm Thursday, 04 June 2026

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Startup unveils smart glasses that can run coding agents anywhere

Chinese startup Monako has introduced Monako Glass, smart glasses that can run coding agents like Claude Code and Codex anywhere. The glasses will enable users to interact with AI-powered coding tools with voice prompts and allow them to navigate menus and apps with gestures. The startup said the glasses were the world's first Linux computer in glasses form.
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01:07 pm Thursday, 04 June 2026

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Bitcoin hits 4-month low of $61,322

Bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency, dropped to its lowest level in nearly four months amid rising tensions in the Middle East. The cryptocurrency fell 5.5% to $61,322 in early Singapore trading on Thursday, its lowest since February 6, but climbed back above $64,000 in the afternoon. Despite the rebound, Bitcoin remains down roughly 13% this week.
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Short circuit, not cylinder blast, might have caused fire at Delhi hotel: Reports

The fire at Flourish Stays B&B in South Delhi's Malviya Nagar was likely triggered by a short circuit in the building's concealed electrical wiring, according to police sources. While LPG cylinders were stored in the facility's kitchens, preliminary inspections found no evidence of cylinder explosion. The property had two kitchens, one in the basement and another on the top floor.
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01:20 pm Thursday, 04 June 2026

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Chinese spies posing as HRs on LinkedIn to recruit assets, warn 5 countries

The US and its 'Five Eyes' intelligence partners, UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, have issued a joint warning that Chinese military spies are trying to recruit government insiders to access classified information. They said that Chinese spies pose as HR consultants and recruiters working for seemingly legitimate private companies on LinkedIn, Indeed and other platforms to recruit assets.
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01:19 pm Thursday, 04 June 2026

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Pakistani men who gangraped French tourist in front of her children to be executed

A Pakistani court has upheld the death sentences of two men convicted of gang-raping a French tourist in front of her three children. In 2020, the woman was travelling with her three children when she ran out of fuel on Sialkot-Lahore Motorway. The convicts, Abid Ali and Shafqat Ali, had dragged her out of car and raped her at gunpoint.
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01:43 pm Thursday, 04 June 2026

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Investors are still backing the AI boom: Moneta’s Aoifinn Devitt

Moneta’s Aoifinn Devitt told The Core that global investors are still backing the AI boom, though risks around concentration and valuations remain. She said the trade is spreading beyond Nvidia and Big Tech into semiconductors, memory chips, data centres, energy, healthcare, financials and emerging markets.
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Delhi CM visits hotel fire victims at Max Hospital, announces ₹10-lakh aid

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta visited Max Hospital in Saket to meet people injured in the fire at Flourish Stays B&B. She announced an ex gratia of ₹10 lakh for the families of each deceased and ₹5 lakh for the injured. The CM's Office said arrangements are being made to send the mortal remains of foreign victims to their native countries.
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02:02 pm Thursday, 04 June 2026

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Sambhavna Seth & husband Avinash Dwivedi blessed with twins

Actress Sambhavna Seth and husband Avinash Dwivedi have welcomed twins, a baby boy and a baby girl, months after announcing their surrogacy journey. Sharing the news on Instagram on Thursday, Sambhavna wrote, “Maha Diwali came early this year. Lakshmi aur Ganesh dono ghar aa gaye.” The couple said their hearts are filled with gratitude.
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TMC leader accused of extortion hides under bed as locals surround home

TMC leader Shahidul Miya hid under a bed after locals surrounded his residence in West Bengal's Cooch Behar. Shahidul has reportedly been accused of extorting 'cut money' ranging from ₹5,000 to ₹20,000 from locals in connection with the government housing scheme. Sharing the incident's video, BJP's Amit Malviya said, "Cut-money scam...is now producing scenes straight out of a political farce."
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02:29 pm Thursday, 04 June 2026

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Dog-sized scorpions crawled across Britain 415 mn years ago: Study

Giant scorpions as large as modern Labrador dogs once roamed what is now Britain, according to a new study of ancient fossils. Researchers, analysing 415-million-year-old remains, found evidence of the scorpion species, named Praearcturus gigas, that could grow over a metre in length. The creatures lived when much of Britain was covered by shallow seas and coastal environments.
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02:24 pm Thursday, 04 June 2026

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Vanguard slashes Ola valuation to $70 mn, down 99% from 2021 peak

US asset manager Vanguard has slashed Ola Consumer's valuation to about $70.3 million, according to its latest filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission. The markdown represents a nearly 99% decline from the ride-hailing firm's peak valuation of $7.3 billion in 2021. The India-based company is reportedly preparing for its IPO and is in talks with investment banks.
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02:22 pm Thursday, 04 June 2026

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I spend ₹10-12 crore every week, was born with diamond spoon in my mouth: Lalit Modi

Former IPL Chairman Lalit Modi has claimed that he spends ₹10-12 crore every week, saying he has no intention of changing his lavish lifestyle for anyone. "I was born with a diamond spoon in my mouth. When people accuse me of taking a few crores, I tell them that I earn more than that in a single day," he added.
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02:17 pm Thursday, 04 June 2026

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Iran claims it targeted US ship in Gulf of Oman, US says 'Iran is lying'

The US refuted Iran's claim that it targeted a US Navy vessel in the Gulf of Oman. "Iran is lying. US military assets at sea continue to fly, sail, and operate safely and unimpeded," US CENTCOM said. Iran's Tasnim news agency reported that the vessel housed a "command and control centre" and was nearing Iranian territorial waters when targeted.
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02:16 pm Thursday, 04 June 2026

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Aamir Khan confirms he's getting married for 3rd time, says 'Ready to take it to next level'

Aamir Khan has confirmed he will get married to girlfriend Gauri Spratt on July 5. This will be Aamir's third marriage. In a conversation with Variety India, the 61-year-old said, "We both feel we're ready to take our relationship to the next level...Gauri and I are serious about each other and we are in a very committed space."
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02:34 pm Thursday, 04 June 2026

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TN CM Vijay allocates lone Rajya Sabha seat to Congress

TVK chief Vijay announced that his party would allocate the lone Rajya Sabha seat to the Congress. The seat became vacant after AIADMK leader C Ve Shanmugam resigned from the Upper House following his victory in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections from the Mailam Assembly constituency. The Congress is part of the alliance led by TVK in Tamil Nadu.
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02:59 pm Thursday, 04 June 2026

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Rain hits Delhi-NCR

Rainfall and thunderstorms lashed parts of Delhi and NCR on Thursday, bringing relief from the heat. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said thunderstorms accompanied by lightning, very light to light rainfall, and gusty winds of 40-50 kmph would take place. It added that similar conditions, including lightning and light rain, are likely to continue during the night.
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02:56 pm Thursday, 04 June 2026

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