Racket of repackaging of expired food items to sell in market busted in Delhi
The Delhi Police busted a racket involved in illegal sale of expired international branded food products, manipulation of manufacturing and expiry dates, and repackaging of expired items to sell them as genuine products in market. The total value of the seized items is over ₹20 lakh. Seven people have been arrested in connection with the matter.
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04:23 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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The Delhi Police busted a racket involved in illegal sale of expired international branded food products, manipulation of manufacturing and expiry dates, and repackaging of expired items to sell them as genuine products in market. The total value of the seized items is over ₹20 lakh. Seven people have been arrested in connection with the matter.
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India seeks thorough probe after sailor's body returns from Venezuela without organs
The Indian Embassy in Venezuela has sought a thorough investigation into allegations that the organs of Indian seafarer Rakesh Chauhan were removed before his body was repatriated to India. "Mission has continued to pursue this matter with the concerned local authorities," it said. Chauhan's family alleged he died under suspicious circumstances while working aboard a vessel in Venezuela.
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04:20 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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The Indian Embassy in Venezuela has sought a thorough investigation into allegations that the organs of Indian seafarer Rakesh Chauhan were removed before his body was repatriated to India. "Mission has continued to pursue this matter with the concerned local authorities," it said. Chauhan's family alleged he died under suspicious circumstances while working aboard a vessel in Venezuela.
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Tesla sets $200 weekly AI spending cap months after urging aggressive use: Report
Elon Musk-led Tesla will impose a $200-per-week limit on employee AI spending from July 6, The Information reported. The move marks a sharp shift from January, when the company urged engineers to use AI as aggressively as possible. The spending cut mirrors a broader trend among tech giants seeking to rein in soaring AI-related costs and computing bills.
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04:41 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Elon Musk-led Tesla will impose a $200-per-week limit on employee AI spending from July 6, The Information reported. The move marks a sharp shift from January, when the company urged engineers to use AI as aggressively as possible. The spending cut mirrors a broader trend among tech giants seeking to rein in soaring AI-related costs and computing bills.
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'Alpha' makers face backlash over Alia and Sharvari's swimsuit scenes in film
The makers of Alia Bhatt and Sharvari's 'Alpha' have been criticised on social media following the release of scenes featuring the two actors in swimsuits. Some people called the visuals unnecessary for a spy-based narrative. "Female spies should be brutal and badass...but YRF is stuck on the glamour trope," a person wrote. "Spy thriller or swimsuit calendar?" another comment read.
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04:40 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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The makers of Alia Bhatt and Sharvari's 'Alpha' have been criticised on social media following the release of scenes featuring the two actors in swimsuits. Some people called the visuals unnecessary for a spy-based narrative. "Female spies should be brutal and badass...but YRF is stuck on the glamour trope," a person wrote. "Spy thriller or swimsuit calendar?" another comment read.
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Cyber law expert reveals punishment for 'e-rickshaw' scam, says 'It's not a game'
Pavan Duggal, Chairman of International Commission on Cyber Security Law, said that disabling e-rickshaws using apps "is not a game but an offence under Section 66 read with Section 43 of the Information Technology Act 2000". Computer-related offences are "punishable with three years of imprisonment and ₹5-lakh fine", he added. Centre ordered the takedown of two Chinese battery management apps.
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04:36 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Pavan Duggal, Chairman of International Commission on Cyber Security Law, said that disabling e-rickshaws using apps "is not a game but an offence under Section 66 read with Section 43 of the Information Technology Act 2000". Computer-related offences are "punishable with three years of imprisonment and ₹5-lakh fine", he added. Centre ordered the takedown of two Chinese battery management apps.
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Turkish comedian Deniz detained at airport for 'insulting' Islam
Turkish stand-up comedian Deniz Goktas was detained upon returning from a holiday at Istanbul International Airport, for allegedly "insulting" Islam and the country's president, Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Authorities launched a probe after receiving 185 complaints about Deniz's clip. Any insult to either religious beliefs or the head of state has the potential to prompt a criminal probe in Turkey.
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04:35 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Turkish stand-up comedian Deniz Goktas was detained upon returning from a holiday at Istanbul International Airport, for allegedly "insulting" Islam and the country's president, Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Authorities launched a probe after receiving 185 complaints about Deniz's clip. Any insult to either religious beliefs or the head of state has the potential to prompt a criminal probe in Turkey.
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Study explains how asteroids may have sparked life on Earth
A study by the Southwest Research Institute suggests that ancient asteroid impacts may have sparked life on Earth. After Earth formed about 4.5 billion years ago, it entered a period of intense asteroid bombardment. These impacts fractured Earth’s crust, creating porous underground pathways that allowed water to circulate through the planet’s upper layers, creating conditions for life to emerge.
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04:32 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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A study by the Southwest Research Institute suggests that ancient asteroid impacts may have sparked life on Earth. After Earth formed about 4.5 billion years ago, it entered a period of intense asteroid bombardment. These impacts fractured Earth’s crust, creating porous underground pathways that allowed water to circulate through the planet’s upper layers, creating conditions for life to emerge.
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Vinicius, we need to recreate this: Haaland on 'White Chicks' movie meme
Ahead of their Round of 16 match against Brazil in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Norway's Erling Haaland commented, "Haha...Vinicius Jr, we need to recreate this," on a 'White Chicks' video meme showing both players. Reacting to the AI-generated video meme on Instagram, Vinicius replied, "Hahahaahahahaha." In the video, Vinicius can be seen singing alongside Haaland.
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04:57 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Ahead of their Round of 16 match against Brazil in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Norway's Erling Haaland commented, "Haha...Vinicius Jr, we need to recreate this," on a 'White Chicks' video meme showing both players. Reacting to the AI-generated video meme on Instagram, Vinicius replied, "Hahahaahahahaha." In the video, Vinicius can be seen singing alongside Haaland.
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HC refuses to quash FIR over 'repeated rape' under guise of nikah halala
The Allahabad High Court refused to quash an FIR lodged against 9 persons accused of raping a woman when she was a minor during a 2016 'nikah halala'. The accused later subjected her to gangrape as an adult during a second, 'double' halala in 2025. The court stated that POCSO act prevails over personal law.
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04:57 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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The Allahabad High Court refused to quash an FIR lodged against 9 persons accused of raping a woman when she was a minor during a 2016 'nikah halala'. The accused later subjected her to gangrape as an adult during a second, 'double' halala in 2025. The court stated that POCSO act prevails over personal law.
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Elites in Pakistan have no guts, they fear someone could cut their head off: Ex-envoy
Former Singaporean diplomat Bilahari Kausikan said that Pakistan's problem is that it has a "deeply feudalistic society". "Your elites are modern, but they've no guts since someone could cut their head off," he said, responding to a question from a Pakistani journalist. "If Pakistan doesn't fix its problems, it will always be on the brink of state failure," he added.
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04:52 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Former Singaporean diplomat Bilahari Kausikan said that Pakistan's problem is that it has a "deeply feudalistic society". "Your elites are modern, but they've no guts since someone could cut their head off," he said, responding to a question from a Pakistani journalist. "If Pakistan doesn't fix its problems, it will always be on the brink of state failure," he added.
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After donation theft, SIT uncovers 'VIP Darshan' extortion racket at Ram Mandir
Amid allegations of donation theft at Ram Mandir, the SIT has now uncovered an organised 'VIP Darshan' extortion racket allegedly spearheaded by Ramshankar Yadav alias Tinnu, multiple reports said. Tinnu and his associates charged devotees ₹20,000-₹25,000 to bypass queues for VIP darshan, reports said. The operation generated several lakh rupees every month.
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Amid allegations of donation theft at Ram Mandir, the SIT has now uncovered an organised 'VIP Darshan' extortion racket allegedly spearheaded by Ramshankar Yadav alias Tinnu, multiple reports said. Tinnu and his associates charged devotees ₹20,000-₹25,000 to bypass queues for VIP darshan, reports said. The operation generated several lakh rupees every month.
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International Booker Prize gets new name, winner's prize doubled to ₹1.28 crore
The International Booker Prize is being renamed the Bukhman International Booker Prize in honour of Bukhman Philanthropies, a charitable organisation, which has pledged to fund the award for the next decade. The winner's prize money will double from £50,000 (₹64 lakh) to £100,000 (₹1.28 crore). The prize money will be shared equally between the author and translator.
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05:10 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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The International Booker Prize is being renamed the Bukhman International Booker Prize in honour of Bukhman Philanthropies, a charitable organisation, which has pledged to fund the award for the next decade. The winner's prize money will double from £50,000 (₹64 lakh) to £100,000 (₹1.28 crore). The prize money will be shared equally between the author and translator.
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100-year-old mystery behind red water in Antarctica's 'Blood Falls' solved
Scientists have solved the century-old mystery of Antarctica's Blood Falls, where red water flows from Taylor Glacier. The water isn't blood but iron-rich, salty brine trapped beneath the glacier which oxidises and turns reddish-brown when exposed to oxygen. Its high salt content lowers the freezing point, allowing the brine to remain liquid despite the glacier being one of the coldest.
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05:09 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Scientists have solved the century-old mystery of Antarctica's Blood Falls, where red water flows from Taylor Glacier. The water isn't blood but iron-rich, salty brine trapped beneath the glacier which oxidises and turns reddish-brown when exposed to oxygen. Its high salt content lowers the freezing point, allowing the brine to remain liquid despite the glacier being one of the coldest.
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India replies to Pak's 'cut off those hands' remark on Indus Water Treaty, asks to end terrorism
After Pakistan minister Musadik Malik threatened to "cut off those hands" that sought to claim Pakistan's "share" of water, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that India's position on Indus Water Treaty is consistent. "The IWT stands in abeyance in response to Pak's continued sponsorship of cross-border terrorism. Pak must irrevocably abjure its support for cross-border terrorism," he said.
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05:05 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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After Pakistan minister Musadik Malik threatened to "cut off those hands" that sought to claim Pakistan's "share" of water, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that India's position on Indus Water Treaty is consistent. "The IWT stands in abeyance in response to Pak's continued sponsorship of cross-border terrorism. Pak must irrevocably abjure its support for cross-border terrorism," he said.
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Israel Embassy offers unpaid internship to Indians for 6 months, X user says 'Have some shame'
Israeli Embassy has offered a six-month unpaid political internship to Indians, sparking backlash. The offer listed that candidates should have at least a Bachelor's degree in Political Science or International Relations, with experience in political analysis and diplomacy. People questioned the fairness of expecting interns to work without pay, with an X user saying, "At least have some shame."
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Israeli Embassy has offered a six-month unpaid political internship to Indians, sparking backlash. The offer listed that candidates should have at least a Bachelor's degree in Political Science or International Relations, with experience in political analysis and diplomacy. People questioned the fairness of expecting interns to work without pay, with an X user saying, "At least have some shame."
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Tree falls on ex-Dy Mayor's son in Maha, he dies after 2 days in hospital
Rahul Ashok Patil, a 35-year-old son of ex-deputy mayor of the Mira-Bhayandar Municipal Corporation (MBMC), died after a coconut tree fell on him during heavy rain in Maharashtra's Thane, officials said. The incident reportedly occurred while he was riding his motorcycle when tree uprooted and collapsed on vehicle. Patil succumbed to his injuries after two days in hospital, officials added.
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05:27 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Rahul Ashok Patil, a 35-year-old son of ex-deputy mayor of the Mira-Bhayandar Municipal Corporation (MBMC), died after a coconut tree fell on him during heavy rain in Maharashtra's Thane, officials said. The incident reportedly occurred while he was riding his motorcycle when tree uprooted and collapsed on vehicle. Patil succumbed to his injuries after two days in hospital, officials added.
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8 men linked to Pak-based terror group Jaish-e-Mohammed arrested, pics released
Eight men associated with the Pakistan-based terror group Jaish-e-Mohammed have been arrested in various districts in Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat. "They were actively working...to set up an active network," the Gujarat ATS said. They have been identified as Ahmed, Ibrahim, Mudassir, Zakaria Durani, Mufti Faujaan, Mohammad Amin Shera, Mohammad Abdul and Bilal Mohammad. Their pictures were released.
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05:23 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Eight men associated with the Pakistan-based terror group Jaish-e-Mohammed have been arrested in various districts in Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat. "They were actively working...to set up an active network," the Gujarat ATS said. They have been identified as Ahmed, Ibrahim, Mudassir, Zakaria Durani, Mufti Faujaan, Mohammad Amin Shera, Mohammad Abdul and Bilal Mohammad. Their pictures were released.
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Human placenta smuggling network busted in Pakistan
An alleged human placenta smuggling operation was busted in Pakistan's Islamabad and 5 people, including 3 Chinese nationals, were arrested. Officials carried out a late-night raid at a residence, where they discovered a facility being used for illegal processing of organs, with particular focus on human placentas. The placenta is a temporary organ that develops inside uterus during pregnancy.
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05:40 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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An alleged human placenta smuggling operation was busted in Pakistan's Islamabad and 5 people, including 3 Chinese nationals, were arrested. Officials carried out a late-night raid at a residence, where they discovered a facility being used for illegal processing of organs, with particular focus on human placentas. The placenta is a temporary organ that develops inside uterus during pregnancy.
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Marketing, HR, finance teams could halve in 3 years: Billionaire Nikesh Arora
Nikesh Arora, the Indian-origin billionaire CEO of Palo Alto Networks, said AI could halve the number of people needed in marketing, finance and HR teams within three years. "Because there's a lot of process management there, [which] can be made more intelligent using...an adapted future AI application," he said. He added that AI applications will have opinions, unlike SaaS applications.
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05:58 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Nikesh Arora, the Indian-origin billionaire CEO of Palo Alto Networks, said AI could halve the number of people needed in marketing, finance and HR teams within three years. "Because there's a lot of process management there, [which] can be made more intelligent using...an adapted future AI application," he said. He added that AI applications will have opinions, unlike SaaS applications.
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05:58 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Shwetha Menon reverses decision to step down as AMMA chief
Shwetha Menon, the first female president of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA), said she will not step down from her post, almost a fortnight after initially resigning. "In a situation where...attempts are being made to tarnish my name, I'll not back down without proving my innocence," Shwetha wrote on Instagram, adding, "I'll not allow anyone to hijack AMMA."
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06:10 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Shwetha Menon, the first female president of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA), said she will not step down from her post, almost a fortnight after initially resigning. "In a situation where...attempts are being made to tarnish my name, I'll not back down without proving my innocence," Shwetha wrote on Instagram, adding, "I'll not allow anyone to hijack AMMA."
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