OpenAI proposes giving Trump administration 5% stake: Report
OpenAI has proposed giving the US government a 5% stake in the firm, the Financial Times reported, amid growing AI scrutiny by the administration. A 5% stake would amount to nearly $42.6 billion after OpenAI concluded a $122 billion funding round in March at post-money valuation of $852 billion. Sam Altman has reportedly discussed the stake sale with Donald Trump.
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OpenAI has proposed giving the US government a 5% stake in the firm, the Financial Times reported, amid growing AI scrutiny by the administration. A 5% stake would amount to nearly $42.6 billion after OpenAI concluded a $122 billion funding round in March at post-money valuation of $852 billion. Sam Altman has reportedly discussed the stake sale with Donald Trump.
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4 arrested for planning terror attack in Delhi on directions of Pakistan's ISI
Four men have been arrested from Punjab and Delhi for allegedly planning a terror attack in Delhi on directions of Pakistan-based ISI handler Shahzad Bhatti. One of the accused, Gaganpreet, had conducted reconnaissance of police stations and religious places in Delhi and was tasked with carrying out a firing incident. They allegedly received arms through drones at the India-Pakistan border.
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11:05 am Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Four men have been arrested from Punjab and Delhi for allegedly planning a terror attack in Delhi on directions of Pakistan-based ISI handler Shahzad Bhatti. One of the accused, Gaganpreet, had conducted reconnaissance of police stations and religious places in Delhi and was tasked with carrying out a firing incident. They allegedly received arms through drones at the India-Pakistan border.
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Which cities in Iran and Iraq will Khamenei’s funeral procession pass through?
The funeral procession of late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei will pass through the Shia holy cities of Tehran and Qom in Iran, and Karbala and Najaf in Iraq. Tehran is Iran’s political centre, while Qom shaped the Islamic Republic’s religious doctrine. Karbala houses the shrine of Imam Hussein, and Najaf is a leading centre of Shia scholarship.
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11:02 am Thursday, 02 July 2026
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The funeral procession of late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei will pass through the Shia holy cities of Tehran and Qom in Iran, and Karbala and Najaf in Iraq. Tehran is Iran’s political centre, while Qom shaped the Islamic Republic’s religious doctrine. Karbala houses the shrine of Imam Hussein, and Najaf is a leading centre of Shia scholarship.
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Japan PM Takaichi meets PM Modi, receives ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan
PM Sanae Takaichi was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi, with PM Narendra Modi also present at the ceremony. The two leaders later introduced their ministers and delegations to each other. Takaichi is on a three-day visit to India for the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit, where talks will focus on AI, semiconductors and defence.
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11:25 am Thursday, 02 July 2026
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PM Sanae Takaichi was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi, with PM Narendra Modi also present at the ceremony. The two leaders later introduced their ministers and delegations to each other. Takaichi is on a three-day visit to India for the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit, where talks will focus on AI, semiconductors and defence.
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Multiple people invade pitch during Belgium-Senegal FIFA WC match
At least three people ran onto the pitch during the Belgium-Senegal FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match at the Seattle Stadium, causing a brief stoppage in play. The intruders disrupted the game in the first half, with roughly a dozen security guards deployed to escort them off the field. A viral video showed guards chasing the pitch invaders.
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11:20 am Thursday, 02 July 2026
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At least three people ran onto the pitch during the Belgium-Senegal FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match at the Seattle Stadium, causing a brief stoppage in play. The intruders disrupted the game in the first half, with roughly a dozen security guards deployed to escort them off the field. A viral video showed guards chasing the pitch invaders.
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Oil prices fall for third straight day
Crude oil prices dropped about 1% on Thursday, falling for a third consecutive day, after Qatar said Iran and the US had made progress in indirect talks focused on the Strait of Hormuz. Brent futures fell 1.1% to $70.80/barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude dropped 1.2% to $67.74/barrel. Both benchmarks had also fallen over 1% in the previous session.
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11:40 am Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Crude oil prices dropped about 1% on Thursday, falling for a third consecutive day, after Qatar said Iran and the US had made progress in indirect talks focused on the Strait of Hormuz. Brent futures fell 1.1% to $70.80/barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude dropped 1.2% to $67.74/barrel. Both benchmarks had also fallen over 1% in the previous session.
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What is the ₹144-crore 'pump-and-dump' stock scam that SEBI uncovered?
A network of 221 entities allegedly manipulated the share prices of five small-cap stocks by trading them among themselves and later offloading them on unsuspecting retail buyers between 2017 and 2020. The industrial-scale ₹143.79-crore 'pump-and-dump' scam was masterminded by Hanif Shekh. SEBI barred the entities from the securities market for up to seven years and imposed penalties worth crores.
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11:32 am Thursday, 02 July 2026
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A network of 221 entities allegedly manipulated the share prices of five small-cap stocks by trading them among themselves and later offloading them on unsuspecting retail buyers between 2017 and 2020. The industrial-scale ₹143.79-crore 'pump-and-dump' scam was masterminded by Hanif Shekh. SEBI barred the entities from the securities market for up to seven years and imposed penalties worth crores.
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7 Bihar workers killed in rock collapse at B'luru quarry, CM Shivakumar vows action
Seven daily-wage labourers from Bihar were killed after a massive rock collapsed at a stone crusher site in Madapattana of Bengaluru South Taluk, police said. "It's the duty of quarry owners to ensure the...safety...of workers...The government will take appropriate action against quarries that violate regulations," Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar said. Many workers sustained injuries in the accident.
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11:56 am Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Seven daily-wage labourers from Bihar were killed after a massive rock collapsed at a stone crusher site in Madapattana of Bengaluru South Taluk, police said. "It's the duty of quarry owners to ensure the...safety...of workers...The government will take appropriate action against quarries that violate regulations," Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar said. Many workers sustained injuries in the accident.
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DR Congo head coach learns of father's demise in press conference after World Cup exit
Moments after DR Congo's 1-2 defeat to England ended their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign, head coach Sebastien Desabre was told about his father's demise during the post-match press conference. The media officer interjected towards the end of the press conference and announced Desabre's bereavement. Desabre appeared stunned after receiving the news.
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11:52 am Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Moments after DR Congo's 1-2 defeat to England ended their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign, head coach Sebastien Desabre was told about his father's demise during the post-match press conference. The media officer interjected towards the end of the press conference and announced Desabre's bereavement. Desabre appeared stunned after receiving the news.
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Zendaya wows in sheer pearl blouse, midi skirt in NYC
For The Odyssey press tour in New York, Zendaya embraced understated glamour in a semi-sheer pearl blouse featuring a deep plunging neckline and a coordinated midi skirt. The ensemble was cinched with a black leather belt and paired with gold luxe heels, creating a refined yet striking fashion statement.
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11:28 am Thursday, 02 July 2026
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For The Odyssey press tour in New York, Zendaya embraced understated glamour in a semi-sheer pearl blouse featuring a deep plunging neckline and a coordinated midi skirt. The ensemble was cinched with a black leather belt and paired with gold luxe heels, creating a refined yet striking fashion statement.
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Indian envoy reads Panchatantra in German to Austrian schoolchildren
A video of Indian Ambassador to Austria Shambhu S. Kumaran reading the German translation of 'Panchatantra' to children at a school in Vienna was shared online by the Indian Embassy. “Heartwarming to see Austrian kids connecting so easily with the Panchatantra,” Kumaran said. The Panchatantra is an ancient collection of Sanskrit fables that teaches practical wisdom and valuable life lessons.
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12:13 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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A video of Indian Ambassador to Austria Shambhu S. Kumaran reading the German translation of 'Panchatantra' to children at a school in Vienna was shared online by the Indian Embassy. “Heartwarming to see Austrian kids connecting so easily with the Panchatantra,” Kumaran said. The Panchatantra is an ancient collection of Sanskrit fables that teaches practical wisdom and valuable life lessons.
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China a world power as they did it centrally, India struggles because of democracy: Indra Nooyi
Ex-Pepsi CEO Indra Nooyi said she respects the Chinese system for pulling China out of the dark ages, adding China became a world power because they did it centrally. "India is still struggling to be a world power because democracy rules. When everybody has a vote and...a say, the progress is slow. But I'm glad it's a democracy," she added.
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12:01 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Ex-Pepsi CEO Indra Nooyi said she respects the Chinese system for pulling China out of the dark ages, adding China became a world power because they did it centrally. "India is still struggling to be a world power because democracy rules. When everybody has a vote and...a say, the progress is slow. But I'm glad it's a democracy," she added.
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It's easier to spend time in China while India is chaotic, you see cows on roads: Indra Nooyi
Ex-Pepsi CEO Indra Nooyi said that it's easier to spend time in China than in India as a visitor. Calling India a "chaotic country," Nooyi stated, "When you see cows on the road along with the cars, you go, 'What the hell is going on?'" She said the beauty of India lies in its chaos, adding, "It's like a drug."
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Ex-Pepsi CEO Indra Nooyi said that it's easier to spend time in China than in India as a visitor. Calling India a "chaotic country," Nooyi stated, "When you see cows on the road along with the cars, you go, 'What the hell is going on?'" She said the beauty of India lies in its chaos, adding, "It's like a drug."
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Ranveer Singh starrer Dhurandhar to release in Japan
Jio Studios confirmed that Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar will open in Japan on July 10, 2026, after becoming a blockbuster in India. In an Instagram video, Ranveer Singh described it as "an immersive cinematic experience" and urged Japanese audiences, "I warmly invite you," to watch it on the big screen.
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11:53 am Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Jio Studios confirmed that Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar will open in Japan on July 10, 2026, after becoming a blockbuster in India. In an Instagram video, Ranveer Singh described it as "an immersive cinematic experience" and urged Japanese audiences, "I warmly invite you," to watch it on the big screen.
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China is trying to take control of Panama Canal, claims Trump
US President Donald Trump claimed China is trying to take control of the Panama Canal and said he would not allow that to happen. He argued that US should never have surrendered control of the canal under the Torrijos-Carter Treaties, which transferred full control to Panama in 1999. “They made tremendous amounts of money. How stupid was that?” Trump said.
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US President Donald Trump claimed China is trying to take control of the Panama Canal and said he would not allow that to happen. He argued that US should never have surrendered control of the canal under the Torrijos-Carter Treaties, which transferred full control to Panama in 1999. “They made tremendous amounts of money. How stupid was that?” Trump said.
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USA's Balogun gets red card for challenge Messi escaped punishment for, sparks controversy
Controversy erupted after USA's Folarin Balogun was shown red card in their World Cup Round of 32 match against Bosnia and Herzegovina for a challenge similar to one that Argentina captain Lionel Messi escaped punishment for earlier in the tournament. Fans questioned consistency of refereeing decisions after replays of both incidents went viral. Balogun was sent off in 64th minute.
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12:27 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Controversy erupted after USA's Folarin Balogun was shown red card in their World Cup Round of 32 match against Bosnia and Herzegovina for a challenge similar to one that Argentina captain Lionel Messi escaped punishment for earlier in the tournament. Fans questioned consistency of refereeing decisions after replays of both incidents went viral. Balogun was sent off in 64th minute.
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Tree falls on girl in Pune, she escapes unhurt
A tree fell on a girl near Abhinav Chowk in Pune while she was waiting at the roadside. The CCTV footage showed the girl escaping unhurt as bystanders immediately rescued her after the incident. Several schoolchildren who were reportedly travelling in an auto-rickshaw also escaped unhurt. Later, a team from the Pune Municipal Corporation's Fire Brigade cleared the road.
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12:24 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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A tree fell on a girl near Abhinav Chowk in Pune while she was waiting at the roadside. The CCTV footage showed the girl escaping unhurt as bystanders immediately rescued her after the incident. Several schoolchildren who were reportedly travelling in an auto-rickshaw also escaped unhurt. Later, a team from the Pune Municipal Corporation's Fire Brigade cleared the road.
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All usernames using my name with 'AAP' reserved on WhatsApp: Manish Sisodia
AAP leader Manish Sisodia said that almost every username combining his name with 'AAP' has been reserved on WhatsApp. "There isn't another Manish Sisodia associated with AAP. If someone else has reserved these usernames, it raises a genuine concern about impersonation and...possibility of misleading people," he said. Centre has asked WhatsApp to halt the rollout of the username feature.
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12:17 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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AAP leader Manish Sisodia said that almost every username combining his name with 'AAP' has been reserved on WhatsApp. "There isn't another Manish Sisodia associated with AAP. If someone else has reserved these usernames, it raises a genuine concern about impersonation and...possibility of misleading people," he said. Centre has asked WhatsApp to halt the rollout of the username feature.
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Carlsberg confidentially files for India IPO to raise up to ₹6,600 cr: Report
Carlsberg A/S has confidentially filed draft papers for an initial public offering (IPO) of its India unit to raise up to ₹6,600 crore, Bloomberg reported. The listing is expected to comprise a secondary share sale by the Danish brewer and could take place later this year. Carlsberg India is the country's second-largest brewer, with a market share of about 22%.
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12:17 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Carlsberg A/S has confidentially filed draft papers for an initial public offering (IPO) of its India unit to raise up to ₹6,600 crore, Bloomberg reported. The listing is expected to comprise a secondary share sale by the Danish brewer and could take place later this year. Carlsberg India is the country's second-largest brewer, with a market share of about 22%.
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Police seek lie detector test for Siya, say 'no direct evidence on who pushed Ketan'
Pune police have approached the court seeking permission to conduct a lie-detector (polygraph) test on Siya Goyal, the prime accused in the murder of her fiance Ketan Agarwal. Police told the court that there was no direct eyewitness to establish who pushed Ketan from the fort. Notably, the results of polygraph tests are not admissible as substantive evidence in court.
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12:44 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Pune police have approached the court seeking permission to conduct a lie-detector (polygraph) test on Siya Goyal, the prime accused in the murder of her fiance Ketan Agarwal. Police told the court that there was no direct eyewitness to establish who pushed Ketan from the fort. Notably, the results of polygraph tests are not admissible as substantive evidence in court.
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