Punjab student issued fake Canadian college letter by consultancy, wins ₹12 lakh
The Chandigarh consumer commission ordered a visa consultancy firm to refund ₹12.35 lakh to a Punjab student for failing to secure her promised Canadian study visa and admission. The firm issued her an acceptance letter from a Canadian college in 2022. However, when she independently verified its authenticity, the college said it had no admission record in her name.
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09:16 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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The Chandigarh consumer commission ordered a visa consultancy firm to refund ₹12.35 lakh to a Punjab student for failing to secure her promised Canadian study visa and admission. The firm issued her an acceptance letter from a Canadian college in 2022. However, when she independently verified its authenticity, the college said it had no admission record in her name.
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Rebel TMC faction takes over TMC HQ
In a major setback for Mamata Banerjee, the rebel TMC faction led by Ritabrata Banerjee took control of TMC's organisational headquarters in Kolkata. This comes a day after the faction met the Election Commission and staked its claim to the party's name and election symbol. The rebel group reportedly locked the gates of Trinamool Bhavan, TMC’s state office since 2022.
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09:40 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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In a major setback for Mamata Banerjee, the rebel TMC faction led by Ritabrata Banerjee took control of TMC's organisational headquarters in Kolkata. This comes a day after the faction met the Election Commission and staked its claim to the party's name and election symbol. The rebel group reportedly locked the gates of Trinamool Bhavan, TMC’s state office since 2022.
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Official makes AI image to claim dirty road has been cleaned in Gurugram; suspended
Assistant Sanitary Inspector Waseem was suspended by the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram after he fabricated an image using AI to show that a dirty road had been cleaned. He was tasked with cleaning garbage on temple land at Kherki Daula Village. He uploaded an "after" image to show the area was completely clean and uniformly paved.
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09:32 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Assistant Sanitary Inspector Waseem was suspended by the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram after he fabricated an image using AI to show that a dirty road had been cleaned. He was tasked with cleaning garbage on temple land at Kherki Daula Village. He uploaded an "after" image to show the area was completely clean and uniformly paved.
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09:32 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Govt will try to label you, but don't get affected by it: Mahua at CJP protest
TMC MP Mahua Moitra joined Cockroach Janta Party's protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi on Friday. Addressing protesters, she said, "They [government] will try to label you for many things, but you don't get affected by it." Earlier, she was attacked with eggs in West Bengal. The CJP is protesting alleged exam irregularities and demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
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09:30 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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TMC MP Mahua Moitra joined Cockroach Janta Party's protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi on Friday. Addressing protesters, she said, "They [government] will try to label you for many things, but you don't get affected by it." Earlier, she was attacked with eggs in West Bengal. The CJP is protesting alleged exam irregularities and demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
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BKTC chief addresses allegations of misappropriation of offerings at Badrinath Dham
Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) Chairman Hemant Dwivedi said the allegations circulating on social media over the alleged misappropriation of offerings at Badrinath Dham have been taken seriously. Dwivedi clarified that the employee being referred to as his "personal secretary" is not his personal secretary. "Stringent action will be taken...against those responsible," Dwivedi stated.
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09:57 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) Chairman Hemant Dwivedi said the allegations circulating on social media over the alleged misappropriation of offerings at Badrinath Dham have been taken seriously. Dwivedi clarified that the employee being referred to as his "personal secretary" is not his personal secretary. "Stringent action will be taken...against those responsible," Dwivedi stated.
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Trisha Krishnan calls out Zara for clothes reeking of body odour, says '3rd time in a row’
Actress Trisha Krishnan called out apparel brand Zara on her Instagram Stories. "Dear @zara @zaracare please make sure your clothes don't reek of body odour (not even mild) the next time we're placing home deliveries," she wrote. "Third time in a row. And pretty darn disgusting. Smell it before you pack it at least," she wrote.
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09:50 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Actress Trisha Krishnan called out apparel brand Zara on her Instagram Stories. "Dear @zara @zaracare please make sure your clothes don't reek of body odour (not even mild) the next time we're placing home deliveries," she wrote. "Third time in a row. And pretty darn disgusting. Smell it before you pack it at least," she wrote.
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Diljit-starrer 'Satluj', previously titled 'Punjab 95', releases after 3-yr CBFC battle
After a 3-year battle with the censor board over its title, Honey Trehan's directorial 'Punjab 95' has been released on OTT. Trehan said, "We could not get the previous title of the film. The title is now 'Satluj'. This is the complete film, without any cuts or compromise." CBFC asked Trehan to make 21 cuts and change its title earlier.
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09:49 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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After a 3-year battle with the censor board over its title, Honey Trehan's directorial 'Punjab 95' has been released on OTT. Trehan said, "We could not get the previous title of the film. The title is now 'Satluj'. This is the complete film, without any cuts or compromise." CBFC asked Trehan to make 21 cuts and change its title earlier.
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09:49 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Japan weighs buying Iranian oil for 1st time in 7 years: Report
Iran has initiated talks to resume oil sales to Japan under a temporary 60-day US sanctions waiver, Reuters reported. However, prospective Japanese buyers are seeking a longer waiver and assurances about ship safety amid tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Japan halted imports of Iranian oil in 2019 after the US tightened sanctions on Iran.
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10:12 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Iran has initiated talks to resume oil sales to Japan under a temporary 60-day US sanctions waiver, Reuters reported. However, prospective Japanese buyers are seeking a longer waiver and assurances about ship safety amid tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Japan halted imports of Iranian oil in 2019 after the US tightened sanctions on Iran.
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Why will playing 7,350 feet above sea level at Azteca Stadium be tough for England?
England will face Mexico in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round-of-16 clash at Azteca Stadium, which stands 7,350 feet above sea level. According to experts, thinner air reduces oxygen intake, slows sprint recovery and can cut high-velocity running by up to 21%, while also making the ball travel faster. Notably, Mexico have lost just twice in 89 matches there.
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10:07 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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England will face Mexico in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round-of-16 clash at Azteca Stadium, which stands 7,350 feet above sea level. According to experts, thinner air reduces oxygen intake, slows sprint recovery and can cut high-velocity running by up to 21%, while also making the ball travel faster. Notably, Mexico have lost just twice in 89 matches there.
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1 question in NEET-UG re-exam paper had no correct answer: Report
The NEET-UG re-exam, which was conducted on June 21, has run into controversy after a report claimed that one question had no correct answer out of the listed options. The NTA will give 4 bonus marks to all students for this, reported The New Indian Express. Further, the report added that another question had two correct answers.
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10:25 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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The NEET-UG re-exam, which was conducted on June 21, has run into controversy after a report claimed that one question had no correct answer out of the listed options. The NTA will give 4 bonus marks to all students for this, reported The New Indian Express. Further, the report added that another question had two correct answers.
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Aerial video shows 4-km long queue outside petrol station in Russia amid shortage
Amid severe fuel shortage in Russia, an aerial video has gone viral showing at least 4-km long queue outside a petrol station in Chita. The video shows an endless line of cars and trucks on the road as drivers wait for the chance to fill up their tanks. Russia has reportedly imported petrol from India to meet its demand.
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10:21 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Amid severe fuel shortage in Russia, an aerial video has gone viral showing at least 4-km long queue outside a petrol station in Chita. The video shows an endless line of cars and trucks on the road as drivers wait for the chance to fill up their tanks. Russia has reportedly imported petrol from India to meet its demand.
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Champat Rai very dedicated, pained by Ram Mandir theft row: UP Dy CM
Uttar Pradesh Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya addressed the Ram Mandir donation theft row and said the Trust's former general secretary Champat Rai "worked with immense dedication". "Champat Rai...was part of temple's construction [and has] been deeply pained by this incident," he added. Maurya further said, "The way the issue is being turned into a major public debate is unnecessary."
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10:21 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Uttar Pradesh Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya addressed the Ram Mandir donation theft row and said the Trust's former general secretary Champat Rai "worked with immense dedication". "Champat Rai...was part of temple's construction [and has] been deeply pained by this incident," he added. Maurya further said, "The way the issue is being turned into a major public debate is unnecessary."
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Middle class is India's engine of growth: Nirmala Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday said India's "middle class is the engine of growth". "After COVID-19, India has remained the fastest-growing large economy, primarily because of consumption driven by the middle class," Sitharaman stated. Citing OECD's projection, she added that India will surpass China in the absolute size of its middle-class population between 2030 and 2035.
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10:43 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday said India's "middle class is the engine of growth". "After COVID-19, India has remained the fastest-growing large economy, primarily because of consumption driven by the middle class," Sitharaman stated. Citing OECD's projection, she added that India will surpass China in the absolute size of its middle-class population between 2030 and 2035.
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Always hurts us: Luka Modric on VAR after it denies equaliser vs Portugal
Luka Modric said the VAR hurt Croatia after Josko Gvardiol's stoppage-time equaliser against Portugal at the 2026 FIFA World Cup was ruled offside. "That's why I say that it should be used if the error is 200%. If you can deal with something one way or another, you have no say. That bothers me and always hurts us," he said.
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10:42 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Luka Modric said the VAR hurt Croatia after Josko Gvardiol's stoppage-time equaliser against Portugal at the 2026 FIFA World Cup was ruled offside. "That's why I say that it should be used if the error is 200%. If you can deal with something one way or another, you have no say. That bothers me and always hurts us," he said.
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10:42 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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What are the features of Jodhpur Airport terminal that PM Modi will inaugurate?
PM Narendra Modi will inaugurate the new terminal building at Jodhpur Airport on July 4. Inspired by Rajasthan's royal heritage, the terminal features arches, domes and traditional design motifs reflecting the state's culture. It also includes energy-efficient systems, water conservation measures and green building practices, and is designed to achieve a 5-Star GRIHA sustainability rating.
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10:39 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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PM Narendra Modi will inaugurate the new terminal building at Jodhpur Airport on July 4. Inspired by Rajasthan's royal heritage, the terminal features arches, domes and traditional design motifs reflecting the state's culture. It also includes energy-efficient systems, water conservation measures and green building practices, and is designed to achieve a 5-Star GRIHA sustainability rating.
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Spain goalkeeper Simon sets record for longest time without conceding goal in World Cup history
Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon has set the record for the longest time without conceding a goal in FIFA World Cup history. Simon has gone 519 minutes without conceding a goal across the 2022 and 2026 FIFA World Cups. He surpassed former Italy goalkeeper Walter Zenga’s 517-minute streak from FIFA World Cup 1990.
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10:36 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon has set the record for the longest time without conceding a goal in FIFA World Cup history. Simon has gone 519 minutes without conceding a goal across the 2022 and 2026 FIFA World Cups. He surpassed former Italy goalkeeper Walter Zenga’s 517-minute streak from FIFA World Cup 1990.
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Scientists find oldest accurately dated 700-yrs-old banyan tree in Bihar
Scientists have identified the oldest accurately dated banyan tree (Ficus benghalensis) in Munger, estimated to be around 700 years old. The tree's cellulose samples were dated using high-precision Accelerator Mass Spectrometry (AMS) radiocarbon analysis and calibrated with OxCal software. Researchers said the method could help governments scientifically identify and protect significant trees.
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10:33 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Scientists have identified the oldest accurately dated banyan tree (Ficus benghalensis) in Munger, estimated to be around 700 years old. The tree's cellulose samples were dated using high-precision Accelerator Mass Spectrometry (AMS) radiocarbon analysis and calibrated with OxCal software. Researchers said the method could help governments scientifically identify and protect significant trees.
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K'taka BLOs set up camps in wedding halls, mosques for SIR verification
Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls in Karnataka has sparked controversy after election staff allegedly skipped mandatory door-to-door verification in some areas. In Vijayapura, officials held a verification camp at a wedding hall, while BLOs in Bengaluru's BTM Layout set up registration outside a mosque. Following complaints, the Bengaluru drive was halted and officials left the site.
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10:58 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls in Karnataka has sparked controversy after election staff allegedly skipped mandatory door-to-door verification in some areas. In Vijayapura, officials held a verification camp at a wedding hall, while BLOs in Bengaluru's BTM Layout set up registration outside a mosque. Following complaints, the Bengaluru drive was halted and officials left the site.
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Ben Stokes pens note days after retirement, says 'It's been a mad 15 years'
Days after retiring, ex-England captain Ben Stokes penned a note, writing, "It’s been a mad 15 years." He added, "My time was up, and no one was going to be able to make that decision other than me." Stokes wrote, "I just want to say I love every single England fan and every single cricket fan who’s supported me."
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10:55 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Days after retiring, ex-England captain Ben Stokes penned a note, writing, "It’s been a mad 15 years." He added, "My time was up, and no one was going to be able to make that decision other than me." Stokes wrote, "I just want to say I love every single England fan and every single cricket fan who’s supported me."
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Why do bright people shit on their origin nation: Suhel Seth on Nooyi's 'India CEO' remark
Businessman and author Suhel Seth criticised former PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi after she said she could not have become CEO in any other country, including India. "Why do such successful and bright people always shit on their own country of origin," he said. "Post-retirement, she hankered after every Indian board position imaginable," he added.
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10:51 pm Friday, 03 July 2026
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Businessman and author Suhel Seth criticised former PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi after she said she could not have become CEO in any other country, including India. "Why do such successful and bright people always shit on their own country of origin," he said. "Post-retirement, she hankered after every Indian board position imaginable," he added.
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