Only 2 teams have defended the title in FIFA World Cup history
Only two teams have successfully defended the men's FIFA World Cup title. Italy were the first, winning in 1934 at home and again in 1938 in France. Brazil matched the feat by lifting the trophy in 1958 in Sweden and 1962 in Chile. Since then, no defending champion has retained the title.
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Only two teams have successfully defended the men's FIFA World Cup title. Italy were the first, winning in 1934 at home and again in 1938 in France. Brazil matched the feat by lifting the trophy in 1958 in Sweden and 1962 in Chile. Since then, no defending champion has retained the title.
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US attacks Iran's key port in fresh strikes; Iran hits back
The US launched fresh strikes on Iran hours after President Donald Trump declared an interim agreement to end the war was "over." The attacks reportedly targeted Bandar Abbas, home to Iran's largest port, and the cities of Konarak and Chabahar. Iran retaliated with airstrikes on the US Navy's Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain and an American military base in Kuwait.
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08:37 am Thursday, 09 July 2026
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The US launched fresh strikes on Iran hours after President Donald Trump declared an interim agreement to end the war was "over." The attacks reportedly targeted Bandar Abbas, home to Iran's largest port, and the cities of Konarak and Chabahar. Iran retaliated with airstrikes on the US Navy's Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain and an American military base in Kuwait.
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3,000 LPG cylinders swept into river amid heavy rains in Maha, video surfaces
Around 3,000 LPG cylinders were swept into the Patalganga River after floodwaters inundated Hindustan Petroleum's LPG bottling plant in Chawane village, Panvel taluka, Raigad district. Videos showed both filled and empty cylinders floating downstream. District Collector Kishan Jawale urged people not to touch or take home any cylinders and to inform the authorities if they spot one.
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08:59 am Thursday, 09 July 2026
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Around 3,000 LPG cylinders were swept into the Patalganga River after floodwaters inundated Hindustan Petroleum's LPG bottling plant in Chawane village, Panvel taluka, Raigad district. Videos showed both filled and empty cylinders floating downstream. District Collector Kishan Jawale urged people not to touch or take home any cylinders and to inform the authorities if they spot one.
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Australian fund announces ₹3,300 cr investment into India, PM Modi welcomes it
Australian pension fund AustralianSuper announced an AU$500 million (around ₹3,313 crore) investment into India's National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) during PM Narendra Modi's visit to Australia. PM Modi welcomed the investment, calling it "another glimpse of the global confidence in India’s growth and reform trajectory." AustralianSuper CEO Paul Schroder announced the investment.
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09:14 am Thursday, 09 July 2026
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Australian pension fund AustralianSuper announced an AU$500 million (around ₹3,313 crore) investment into India's National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) during PM Narendra Modi's visit to Australia. PM Modi welcomed the investment, calling it "another glimpse of the global confidence in India’s growth and reform trajectory." AustralianSuper CEO Paul Schroder announced the investment.
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She has lost mental balance after poll loss: BJP after Mamata slaps own party worker
BJP criticised TMC chief and former West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee after a video of her surfaced online showing her slapping her own party worker during a protest. BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari said, "Mamata...has completely lost her mental balance after losing elections!" The man was attempting to manage the crowd and clear a path for Banerjee when she slapped him.
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09:07 am Thursday, 09 July 2026
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BJP criticised TMC chief and former West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee after a video of her surfaced online showing her slapping her own party worker during a protest. BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari said, "Mamata...has completely lost her mental balance after losing elections!" The man was attempting to manage the crowd and clear a path for Banerjee when she slapped him.
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OpenAI launches GPT-Live, voice model that listens & speaks at the same time
OpenAI has launched GPT-Live, a new family of models capable of listening and simultaneously speaking to users in real time. This will replace the current Advanced Voice Mode with models that can handle interruptions more naturally and can support continuous dialogue. The GPT-Live-1 mini will become the default voice model within ChatGPT, while paid plans will have access to GPT-Live-1.
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09:26 am Thursday, 09 July 2026
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OpenAI has launched GPT-Live, a new family of models capable of listening and simultaneously speaking to users in real time. This will replace the current Advanced Voice Mode with models that can handle interruptions more naturally and can support continuous dialogue. The GPT-Live-1 mini will become the default voice model within ChatGPT, while paid plans will have access to GPT-Live-1.
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09:26 am Thursday, 09 July 2026
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Overnight heavy rain causes severe waterlogging in Delhi-NCR, Red alert issued
Overnight heavy rain caused severe waterlogging and traffic jams in several parts of Delhi-NCR as three weather monitoring stations in Delhi received over 75 mm of rain in the last 24 hours. India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for rain in Delhi-NCR for the next one hour, while a yellow alert is already in place for today.
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09:22 am Thursday, 09 July 2026
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Overnight heavy rain caused severe waterlogging and traffic jams in several parts of Delhi-NCR as three weather monitoring stations in Delhi received over 75 mm of rain in the last 24 hours. India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for rain in Delhi-NCR for the next one hour, while a yellow alert is already in place for today.
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Russia bans diesel exports
Russia banned diesel exports on Wednesday as part of a series of measures to support its domestic fuel market. The move comes after systematic Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries led to gasoline shortages and price spikes, with drivers in many regions facing hours-long queues for fuel. Russia had started seaborne imports of gasoline from India, Reuters had reported.
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09:39 am Thursday, 09 July 2026
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Russia banned diesel exports on Wednesday as part of a series of measures to support its domestic fuel market. The move comes after systematic Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries led to gasoline shortages and price spikes, with drivers in many regions facing hours-long queues for fuel. Russia had started seaborne imports of gasoline from India, Reuters had reported.
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How much growth does the IMF project for major economies in 2026?
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released its global growth forecast for 2026 for various countries. It projects the US economy to grow by 2.3%, China's by 4.6%, and India's by 6.4%. Russia's economy is expected to grow by 1.1%, while among European countries, Germany is forecast to grow by 0.7%, France by 0.6%, and the UK by 1%.
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09:38 am Thursday, 09 July 2026
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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released its global growth forecast for 2026 for various countries. It projects the US economy to grow by 2.3%, China's by 4.6%, and India's by 6.4%. Russia's economy is expected to grow by 1.1%, while among European countries, Germany is forecast to grow by 0.7%, France by 0.6%, and the UK by 1%.
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GITAM University CSE student pitched his startup idea to Tim Cook
Manas Malla, a B.Tech CSE student from GITAM University, was invited to Silicon Valley for a 1-1 startup pitch to Tim Cook as part of an invite-only event for select winners of the Apple Swift Student Challenge. "GITAM's venture development centre made this possible," said Manas. Admissions closing soon. Scholarships up to 100% available.
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10:00 am Thursday, 09 July 2026
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Manas Malla, a B.Tech CSE student from GITAM University, was invited to Silicon Valley for a 1-1 startup pitch to Tim Cook as part of an invite-only event for select winners of the Apple Swift Student Challenge. "GITAM's venture development centre made this possible," said Manas. Admissions closing soon. Scholarships up to 100% available.
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10:00 am Thursday, 09 July 2026
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How could India be affected if the US-Iran war resumes?
The resumption of Iran-US war and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz would repeat or worsen the March 2026 crisis, pushing global oil prices toward $120–$130 per barrel. Higher crude prices will expand India's import bill, inflation and fuel costs while weakening the rupee. Skyrocketing energy prices will drive up fuel, food, and fertiliser costs.
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09:59 am Thursday, 09 July 2026
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The resumption of Iran-US war and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz would repeat or worsen the March 2026 crisis, pushing global oil prices toward $120–$130 per barrel. Higher crude prices will expand India's import bill, inflation and fuel costs while weakening the rupee. Skyrocketing energy prices will drive up fuel, food, and fertiliser costs.
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Argentine Football Association under FBI scanner over $300-million money laundering allegations
The Argentine Football Association (AFA) is reportedly under investigation by the FBI for alleged money laundering. As per Argentine newspaper La Nación, the FBI is probing how the AFA routed more than $300 million through the US financial system. AFA President Claudio Tapia's activities are also under the scanner, the report added.
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09:56 am Thursday, 09 July 2026
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The Argentine Football Association (AFA) is reportedly under investigation by the FBI for alleged money laundering. As per Argentine newspaper La Nación, the FBI is probing how the AFA routed more than $300 million through the US financial system. AFA President Claudio Tapia's activities are also under the scanner, the report added.
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Make the road yourself: UP minister when asked about faults in Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway
Uttar Pradesh Minister of State (MoS) Dinesh Pratap Singh asked reporters to "make the roads yourself" when confronted over faults in the ₹4,700-crore Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway even before its inauguration. "This is nothing new...no matter how good a road is, rain causes slight damage, which is repaired after the monsoon," he casually said. The expressway will be inaugurated on July 13.
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10:13 am Thursday, 09 July 2026
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Uttar Pradesh Minister of State (MoS) Dinesh Pratap Singh asked reporters to "make the roads yourself" when confronted over faults in the ₹4,700-crore Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway even before its inauguration. "This is nothing new...no matter how good a road is, rain causes slight damage, which is repaired after the monsoon," he casually said. The expressway will be inaugurated on July 13.
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PM greeted with 'Maa Tujhe Salaam' performance on arrival in Australia
After PM Narendra Modi arrived in Melbourne on Thursday, he was welcomed with cultural performances blending Indian and Australian traditions. While an Australia-India Orchestra sang Maa Tujhe Salaam, there was also a unique musical performance featuring artists playing Australia's traditional musical instrument, the didgeridoo, alongside India's tabla. The PM also watched a Kathak performance.
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10:10 am Thursday, 09 July 2026
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After PM Narendra Modi arrived in Melbourne on Thursday, he was welcomed with cultural performances blending Indian and Australian traditions. While an Australia-India Orchestra sang Maa Tujhe Salaam, there was also a unique musical performance featuring artists playing Australia's traditional musical instrument, the didgeridoo, alongside India's tabla. The PM also watched a Kathak performance.
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Has anyone ever stopped Haaland: England's Rogers before FIFA WC quarter-final
When asked how England plan to contain Norway striker Erling Haaland ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final, England midfielder Morgan Rogers said, "Has anyone ever stopped Erling Haaland?" He added, "Not sure they have, but we're going to try...He's such an unbelievable player." Notably, Haaland has scored seven goals at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
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10:22 am Thursday, 09 July 2026
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When asked how England plan to contain Norway striker Erling Haaland ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final, England midfielder Morgan Rogers said, "Has anyone ever stopped Erling Haaland?" He added, "Not sure they have, but we're going to try...He's such an unbelievable player." Notably, Haaland has scored seven goals at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
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10:22 am Thursday, 09 July 2026
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Sensex rises over 500 points, Nifty above 24,000
The Indian benchmark indices were trading in the green on Thursday despite rising tensions between the US and Iran. The Sensex was up 587.50 points at 77,091.10, while the Nifty gained 182.25 points to 24,063.05 at 10:02 am. Value buying emerged at lower levels following the sharp fall in the previous session, according to Moneycontrol.
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10:18 am Thursday, 09 July 2026
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The Indian benchmark indices were trading in the green on Thursday despite rising tensions between the US and Iran. The Sensex was up 587.50 points at 77,091.10, while the Nifty gained 182.25 points to 24,063.05 at 10:02 am. Value buying emerged at lower levels following the sharp fall in the previous session, according to Moneycontrol.
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Gadkari rebuts YouTuber's claim that E20 petrol damaged his car, reveals the truth
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari hit back at Bihar-based YouTuber Manish Kashyap over his claim that E20 petrol damaged his car. Gadkari said Kashyap refused to hand over the vehicle for inspection and even abused him. Gadkari revealed the carmaker found the car's fuel tank contained a water-petrol mixture and subsequently filed an FIR against Kashyap over the alleged fabricated claims.
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10:43 am Thursday, 09 July 2026
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Union Minister Nitin Gadkari hit back at Bihar-based YouTuber Manish Kashyap over his claim that E20 petrol damaged his car. Gadkari said Kashyap refused to hand over the vehicle for inspection and even abused him. Gadkari revealed the carmaker found the car's fuel tank contained a water-petrol mixture and subsequently filed an FIR against Kashyap over the alleged fabricated claims.
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US releases footage of retaliatory strikes on Iran
US Central Command released footage of its July 8 strikes on Iran saying that its forces struck approximately 90 Iranian military targets, including air defence systems, coastal surveillance assets, missile and drone storage sites along Iran's coastline. The strikes were launched in retaliation after the US accused Tehran of attacking three commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
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US Central Command released footage of its July 8 strikes on Iran saying that its forces struck approximately 90 Iranian military targets, including air defence systems, coastal surveillance assets, missile and drone storage sites along Iran's coastline. The strikes were launched in retaliation after the US accused Tehran of attacking three commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
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PM Modi asked how my Indian cooking was progressing: Scott Morrison
Former Australian PM Scott Morrison met PM Narendra Modi in Melbourne during his official visit to the country. "Together, we were able to elevate the Australia-India relationship to its highest ever level. I wish him all the very best for his visit," Morrison said on X. "And yes, he did ask about how my Indian cooking was progressing," he stated.
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10:58 am Thursday, 09 July 2026
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Former Australian PM Scott Morrison met PM Narendra Modi in Melbourne during his official visit to the country. "Together, we were able to elevate the Australia-India relationship to its highest ever level. I wish him all the very best for his visit," Morrison said on X. "And yes, he did ask about how my Indian cooking was progressing," he stated.
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They're Pakistani Muslim rape gangs, not Asian grooming gangs: UK MP on unfair naming
Amid uproar over Pakistani gangs raping thousands of girls, UK MP Rupert Lowe has said, "I'm gonna call them what they are. They are Pakistani Muslim rape gangs." "We heard them being referred to as Asian grooming gangs, which I think is a misnomer...It's unfair on, for instance, the Japanese or other Asian cultures who don't do this," Lowe added.
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10:50 am Thursday, 09 July 2026
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Amid uproar over Pakistani gangs raping thousands of girls, UK MP Rupert Lowe has said, "I'm gonna call them what they are. They are Pakistani Muslim rape gangs." "We heard them being referred to as Asian grooming gangs, which I think is a misnomer...It's unfair on, for instance, the Japanese or other Asian cultures who don't do this," Lowe added.
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