Zakir Khan does microbial-level storytelling: Hasan Minhaj
Comedian Hasan Minhaj gave "flowers" to Zakir Khan after watching him sell out New York's Madison Square Garden. On the podcast, he said Zakir does "microbial-level storytelling" fused with Javed Akhtar-style poetry and Chris Rock-level social commentary. An art form born in America, remixed in Indore and brought back to "the Mecca", he marvelled.
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Comedian Hasan Minhaj gave "flowers" to Zakir Khan after watching him sell out New York's Madison Square Garden. On the podcast, he said Zakir does "microbial-level storytelling" fused with Javed Akhtar-style poetry and Chris Rock-level social commentary. An art form born in America, remixed in Indore and brought back to "the Mecca", he marvelled.
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Couple publicly caned 21 times each in Indonesia for kissing on TikTok livestream
A 22-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman were publicly caned 21 times each in Indonesia’s Aceh province after a Sharia court convicted them of violating Islamic law by kissing during a TikTok livestream. The couple was arrested in April after the video filmed inside in a car in February had gone viral. At least 100 people watched the caning.
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09:57 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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A 22-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman were publicly caned 21 times each in Indonesia’s Aceh province after a Sharia court convicted them of violating Islamic law by kissing during a TikTok livestream. The couple was arrested in April after the video filmed inside in a car in February had gone viral. At least 100 people watched the caning.
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EC sends notice to Mamata, Ritabrata factions in 'real' TMC row; seeks replies by July 6
The Election Commission has issued notices to rival TMC factions led by Mamata Banerjee and Ritabrata Banerjee over competing claims to the "real" TMC. Both sides have been asked to clarify their claims over the party symbol and submit their responses by 5:30 PM on July 6. Ritabrata said his faction has already submitted its response to the EC.
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09:57 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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The Election Commission has issued notices to rival TMC factions led by Mamata Banerjee and Ritabrata Banerjee over competing claims to the "real" TMC. Both sides have been asked to clarify their claims over the party symbol and submit their responses by 5:30 PM on July 6. Ritabrata said his faction has already submitted its response to the EC.
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Only Argentina capable of stopping France due to their 'nastiness': Neville
Former England footballer Gary Neville opined that the only team capable of stopping France in the ongoing FIFA World Cup is Argentina. Highlighting Argentina's mentality, he added, "Because of the nastiness and the horribleness and their experience, that's the only team I can see that's got the unity right now that I think could stand in front of France."
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09:52 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Former England footballer Gary Neville opined that the only team capable of stopping France in the ongoing FIFA World Cup is Argentina. Highlighting Argentina's mentality, he added, "Because of the nastiness and the horribleness and their experience, that's the only team I can see that's got the unity right now that I think could stand in front of France."
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Sons of immigrants build monuments to prove worth: Hasan Minhaj
Comedian Hasan Minhaj said children of immigrants often work relentlessly to prove their worth, "building monuments" to show they matter. On the podcast, the son of a father who arrived in the US in 1982 said he can "touch and feel the DNA of inspiration" in how hard his parents worked. It's the standard he still chases.
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Comedian Hasan Minhaj said children of immigrants often work relentlessly to prove their worth, "building monuments" to show they matter. On the podcast, the son of a father who arrived in the US in 1982 said he can "touch and feel the DNA of inspiration" in how hard his parents worked. It's the standard he still chases.
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If I come to Pak, travelling to other places will be difficult: Diljit to fan
Actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh, during an Instagram fan interaction, said that he cannot visit Lahore, Pakistan, amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. Diljit replied to a fan, "If I come to Lahore, travelling to other places will be difficult." He added, "You already know what goes on in the world. It's all about politics, bro. I always try to stay away from politics."
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10:10 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh, during an Instagram fan interaction, said that he cannot visit Lahore, Pakistan, amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. Diljit replied to a fan, "If I come to Lahore, travelling to other places will be difficult." He added, "You already know what goes on in the world. It's all about politics, bro. I always try to stay away from politics."
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Ronaldo has never scored or produced an assist in FIFA World Cup knockouts
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has never scored or assisted a goal in the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup. The forward has featured in eight knockout matches across multiple editions, but all of his World Cup goals and assists have come in group-stage fixtures. Overall, Ronaldo has scored 10 goals and produced two assists in World Cups.
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10:07 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has never scored or assisted a goal in the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup. The forward has featured in eight knockout matches across multiple editions, but all of his World Cup goals and assists have come in group-stage fixtures. Overall, Ronaldo has scored 10 goals and produced two assists in World Cups.
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If it's happening, it's illegal: Delhi Minister on app claims of turning off e-rickshaws
Delhi Transport Minister Pankaj Singh on Thursday said the government is verifying claims that a Chinese smartphone app is being used to remotely disable e-rickshaws. "If such activity is taking place, it is illegal," he said, adding, "police will carry out a proper investigation". Singh also urged youngsters, "not to engage in such activities for fun or as a prank".
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10:24 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Delhi Transport Minister Pankaj Singh on Thursday said the government is verifying claims that a Chinese smartphone app is being used to remotely disable e-rickshaws. "If such activity is taking place, it is illegal," he said, adding, "police will carry out a proper investigation". Singh also urged youngsters, "not to engage in such activities for fun or as a prank".
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Video of man trying to board packed train goes viral, stirs debate
A video showing a man struggling to board an overcrowded train has gone viral on social media. The incident, which ended with railway staff pulling him out after the doors failed to close, sparked mixed reactions online. While some found it humorous, many said it reflects daily challenges of overcrowded public transport, commuter pressure, workplace punctuality, and passenger safety concerns.
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A video showing a man struggling to board an overcrowded train has gone viral on social media. The incident, which ended with railway staff pulling him out after the doors failed to close, sparked mixed reactions online. While some found it humorous, many said it reflects daily challenges of overcrowded public transport, commuter pressure, workplace punctuality, and passenger safety concerns.
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Xbox may soon halt physical CDs for games and move to digital like PlayStation: Report
Microsoft may soon stop the production of physical discs for Xbox games, The Verge reported. This comes after Sony announced PlayStation will no longer have physical CDs for games fron January 2028. However, Xbox won't leave physical discs behind completely, as it is reportedly working on a 'Disc2Digital' feature, wherein discs would give a digital copy of the game.
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10:21 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Microsoft may soon stop the production of physical discs for Xbox games, The Verge reported. This comes after Sony announced PlayStation will no longer have physical CDs for games fron January 2028. However, Xbox won't leave physical discs behind completely, as it is reportedly working on a 'Disc2Digital' feature, wherein discs would give a digital copy of the game.
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Govt repairs potholes on ₹12,000-crore Delhi-Dehradun Expressway; shares pic
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) on Thursday shared a picture after repairing potholes on the new ₹12,000-crore Delhi-Dehradun Expressway following heavy rainfall. "The section has been restored and opened for regular traffic movement," said NHAI, adding the damage was caused by water stagnation. NHAI has also issued show-cause notices to the concerned officials.
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10:19 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) on Thursday shared a picture after repairing potholes on the new ₹12,000-crore Delhi-Dehradun Expressway following heavy rainfall. "The section has been restored and opened for regular traffic movement," said NHAI, adding the damage was caused by water stagnation. NHAI has also issued show-cause notices to the concerned officials.
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UK PM apologises for system which forced unmarried women to give up their babies
Outgoing UK PM Keir Starmer, on behalf of the whole country, apologised to women who were separated from their children in a system of forced adoption for decades after WWII. Young women who had children outside marriage were shamed and coerced into giving their babies up to comply with social norms. Starmer called it a "stain on our history".
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10:17 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Outgoing UK PM Keir Starmer, on behalf of the whole country, apologised to women who were separated from their children in a system of forced adoption for decades after WWII. Young women who had children outside marriage were shamed and coerced into giving their babies up to comply with social norms. Starmer called it a "stain on our history".
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I'm going to eat him alive: Yamal on facing Cucurella in La Liga
Spain and Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal commented on the prospect of facing his national teammate Marc Cucurella in the upcoming La Liga season. "I told Cucurella he's going to start the first game and be a substitute in the second because I'm going to eat him alive!" he jokingly said. Real Madrid recently signed Cucurella from Chelsea on six-year deal.
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10:15 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Spain and Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal commented on the prospect of facing his national teammate Marc Cucurella in the upcoming La Liga season. "I told Cucurella he's going to start the first game and be a substitute in the second because I'm going to eat him alive!" he jokingly said. Real Madrid recently signed Cucurella from Chelsea on six-year deal.
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Govt sends notice to Telegram, Signal over username feature after WhatsApp
Centre has issued notices to Telegram and Signal, seeking an explanation about the username feature and the safeguards placed against impersonation and its misuse, as per multiple reports. This comes a day after it sent a similar notice to WhatsApp's parent Meta and demanded answers within three days. Notably, Telegram had recently faced a week-long ban amid the NEET-UG re-examination.
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10:41 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Centre has issued notices to Telegram and Signal, seeking an explanation about the username feature and the safeguards placed against impersonation and its misuse, as per multiple reports. This comes a day after it sent a similar notice to WhatsApp's parent Meta and demanded answers within three days. Notably, Telegram had recently faced a week-long ban amid the NEET-UG re-examination.
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Man found alive under rubble of 9-storey building 8 days after Venezuela earthquakes
A security guard in his 40s was found alive and rescued from under the rubble of a nine-storey building eight days after the deadly twin earthquakes in Venezuela. Authorities, who took 70 hours to rescue him, said that he is in "good condition". The death toll from last week's earthquakes has exceeded 2,000 lives, and over 11,000 have been injured.
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10:39 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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A security guard in his 40s was found alive and rescued from under the rubble of a nine-storey building eight days after the deadly twin earthquakes in Venezuela. Authorities, who took 70 hours to rescue him, said that he is in "good condition". The death toll from last week's earthquakes has exceeded 2,000 lives, and over 11,000 have been injured.
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Messi's reaction to teammate getting caught carrying lighter on airport tarmac goes viral
Argentina captain Lionel Messi's reaction went viral after one of his teammates was stopped by security on airport tarmac for carrying a lighter in his luggage. A video showed the player being checked while Messi stood nearby and started laughing. Argentina will face Cape Verde in FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 on Saturday (IST).
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10:38 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Argentina captain Lionel Messi's reaction went viral after one of his teammates was stopped by security on airport tarmac for carrying a lighter in his luggage. A video showed the player being checked while Messi stood nearby and started laughing. Argentina will face Cape Verde in FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 on Saturday (IST).
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Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei skips funeral of his wife who died on day 1 of war
The funeral procession for Zahra Hadad-Adel, the wife of Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, was held on Wednesday. Notably, Mojtaba was absent from the ceremony. Zahra was killed along with her father-in-law late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei during US-Israel strike on day one of war. Her father Gholamali Haddad Adel, former Speaker of Iran's Parliament, attended the funeral.
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10:37 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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The funeral procession for Zahra Hadad-Adel, the wife of Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, was held on Wednesday. Notably, Mojtaba was absent from the ceremony. Zahra was killed along with her father-in-law late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei during US-Israel strike on day one of war. Her father Gholamali Haddad Adel, former Speaker of Iran's Parliament, attended the funeral.
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Samit Dravid’s knock revives his father Rahul Dravid's memories
Samit Dravid's 32 for Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters in the Maharaja T20 Trophy sparked fan reactions. One fan called him a "true copy of Rahul Dravid," praising his elegance and cover drive. Another wrote, "His body language is a total copy of dad." A fan added, "He plays more shots than his father," while another joked Rahul would dislike his boundary-hitting.
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Samit Dravid's 32 for Kalyani Bengaluru Blasters in the Maharaja T20 Trophy sparked fan reactions. One fan called him a "true copy of Rahul Dravid," praising his elegance and cover drive. Another wrote, "His body language is a total copy of dad." A fan added, "He plays more shots than his father," while another joked Rahul would dislike his boundary-hitting.
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Petrol, diesel rates might be cut if oil prices continue to fall for 2-3 months: Govt
Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said petrol and diesel prices could be reduced if crude oil prices continue to decline. He explained that the current stock is based on crude bought in April-May, when prices were high. He added, "If this decline continues for two to three months, we'll see." Global crude prices recently fell as low as $70/barrel.
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10:51 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said petrol and diesel prices could be reduced if crude oil prices continue to decline. He explained that the current stock is based on crude bought in April-May, when prices were high. He added, "If this decline continues for two to three months, we'll see." Global crude prices recently fell as low as $70/barrel.
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Rita Ora, Clean Bandit to perform at Women's T20 final at Lord's
The ICC has announced that Rita Ora and Clean Bandit will perform at the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 final at Lord's on July 5. Rita Ora will headline the pre-match ceremony, while Clean Bandit will perform after the champions are crowned. The sold-out final will combine cricket with live entertainment.
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10:36 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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The ICC has announced that Rita Ora and Clean Bandit will perform at the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 final at Lord's on July 5. Rita Ora will headline the pre-match ceremony, while Clean Bandit will perform after the champions are crowned. The sold-out final will combine cricket with live entertainment.
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