Pizza Hut chain sold for ₹25,500 crore
Pizza Hut parent Yum Brands announced it is selling the pizza chain for $2.7 billion (₹25,500 crore). Yum China will acquire the chain's stores in China for about $1.2 billion, while the rest of the business will be sold to private equity firm LongRange Capital for $1.5 billion. The sale comes after years of financial struggles for the chain.
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Pizza Hut parent Yum Brands announced it is selling the pizza chain for $2.7 billion (₹25,500 crore). Yum China will acquire the chain's stores in China for about $1.2 billion, while the rest of the business will be sold to private equity firm LongRange Capital for $1.5 billion. The sale comes after years of financial struggles for the chain.
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Sikh Union Ministers to boycott Punjab CM Mann after Akal Takht declares him 'anti-Guru'
After Akal Takht declared Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann 'Guru Dokhi' (anti-Guru) and 'Khalsa Panth virodhi' (anti-Khalsa Panth), BJP said that Sikh ministers in Union government will not meet the CM until he apologises. "Shri Akal Takht is supreme for us," Punjab BJP chief Keval Singh Dhillon said. Akal Takht issued the directive against Mann over an objectionable video.
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06:55 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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After Akal Takht declared Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann 'Guru Dokhi' (anti-Guru) and 'Khalsa Panth virodhi' (anti-Khalsa Panth), BJP said that Sikh ministers in Union government will not meet the CM until he apologises. "Shri Akal Takht is supreme for us," Punjab BJP chief Keval Singh Dhillon said. Akal Takht issued the directive against Mann over an objectionable video.
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Italian PM Meloni tells G7 leaders she has quit smoking
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni told G7 leaders that she has quit smoking. She made the revelation when German Chancellor Friedrich Merz asked her if she had already had a cigarette, and Meloni replied that she hasn't smoked since May 1. Merz and other world leaders were seen congratulating her, a video of which surfaced online.
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06:53 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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Italian PM Giorgia Meloni told G7 leaders that she has quit smoking. She made the revelation when German Chancellor Friedrich Merz asked her if she had already had a cigarette, and Meloni replied that she hasn't smoked since May 1. Merz and other world leaders were seen congratulating her, a video of which surfaced online.
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SpaceX to buy AI coding startup Cursor for $60 billion
SpaceX has formally agreed to buy the AI coding startup Cursor in a $60 billion stock deal. In April, the Elon Musk-led space venture said it had secured the option to acquire Cursor or pay $10 billion if the deal fell through. The latest announcement comes days after SpaceX's IPO, which made it the world's sixth-largest company.
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07:13 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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SpaceX has formally agreed to buy the AI coding startup Cursor in a $60 billion stock deal. In April, the Elon Musk-led space venture said it had secured the option to acquire Cursor or pay $10 billion if the deal fell through. The latest announcement comes days after SpaceX's IPO, which made it the world's sixth-largest company.
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07:13 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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When will Messi and Ronaldo play their first FIFA World Cup 2026 matches?
Lionel Messi's Argentina will open their World Cup 2026 campaign against Algeria in a Group J match in Kansas City on June 17 at 6:30 am IST. Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal will play their first Group K match against DR Congo in Houston on June 17 at 10:30 pm IST. Messi and Ronaldo are featuring in their sixth FIFA World Cup.
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07:11 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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Lionel Messi's Argentina will open their World Cup 2026 campaign against Algeria in a Group J match in Kansas City on June 17 at 6:30 am IST. Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal will play their first Group K match against DR Congo in Houston on June 17 at 10:30 pm IST. Messi and Ronaldo are featuring in their sixth FIFA World Cup.
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PM Modi, Trump shake hands at G7 Summit in first meeting in 16 months
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump interacted with each other at the G7 Summit in Evian, France, marking their first public meeting in 16 months. They were seen shaking hands and having a brief chat. The interaction took place as world leaders gathered for the Summit hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron.
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07:05 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump interacted with each other at the G7 Summit in Evian, France, marking their first public meeting in 16 months. They were seen shaking hands and having a brief chat. The interaction took place as world leaders gathered for the Summit hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron.
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PM Modi poses with Trump and other G7 leaders
Prime Minister Narendra Modi posed with US President Donald Trump and other G7 leaders in Èvian, France. PM Modi was seen interacting with leaders including EU Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen, Italy PM Giorgia Meloni, UK PM Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Starmer was seen hugging PM Modi as the two leaders met.
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07:27 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi posed with US President Donald Trump and other G7 leaders in Èvian, France. PM Modi was seen interacting with leaders including EU Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen, Italy PM Giorgia Meloni, UK PM Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Starmer was seen hugging PM Modi as the two leaders met.
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07:27 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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BMC to cut 20% water supply for commercial use in Mumbai from June 17
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced a 20% cut in water supply to industrial and commercial establishments from June 17. The move comes in addition to the 10% citywide water cut already in effect since May 15. The decision was taken as water levels in Mumbai's seven lakes dropped to 10.35% and the monsoon is yet to arrive.
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07:26 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced a 20% cut in water supply to industrial and commercial establishments from June 17. The move comes in addition to the 10% citywide water cut already in effect since May 15. The decision was taken as water levels in Mumbai's seven lakes dropped to 10.35% and the monsoon is yet to arrive.
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07:26 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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If Israel can't handle Hezbollah, Syria will do the job: Trump
US President Donald Trump stated that Syria would do a better job at fighting Lebanon's militant group Hezbollah than Israel, during a G7 Summit in France. "If Israel can't do the job without killing everyone else, then (Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa) will do the job." This comes after Trump urged Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu to be "more responsible" in Lebanon.
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07:24 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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US President Donald Trump stated that Syria would do a better job at fighting Lebanon's militant group Hezbollah than Israel, during a G7 Summit in France. "If Israel can't do the job without killing everyone else, then (Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa) will do the job." This comes after Trump urged Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu to be "more responsible" in Lebanon.
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07:24 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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US could soon resume Russian oil sanctions: Trump after Iran deal
US President Donald Trump, on the sidelines of G7 Summit, said US could soon reimpose sanctions on Russian oil. "We took sanctions off because...we're not looking to impede the oil...[but] soon we'll be able to [reimpose] because the oil is now flowing," he added. His remarks come after US and Iran reached a peace deal and Hormuz Strait was reopened.
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07:22 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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US President Donald Trump, on the sidelines of G7 Summit, said US could soon reimpose sanctions on Russian oil. "We took sanctions off because...we're not looking to impede the oil...[but] soon we'll be able to [reimpose] because the oil is now flowing," he added. His remarks come after US and Iran reached a peace deal and Hormuz Strait was reopened.
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Pak-backed terror module busted in Delhi
The Delhi Police Special Cell busted a terror-crime module, which was backed by Pakistan and allegedly run by gangster-turned-terrorist Shahzad Bhatti and his aide Ajmal Gujjar. The module trafficked illegal weapons and narcotic substances, including heroin, from Pakistan and distributed them across Delhi-NCR. They radicalised youth through social media platforms and got them to smuggle drugs.
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07:33 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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The Delhi Police Special Cell busted a terror-crime module, which was backed by Pakistan and allegedly run by gangster-turned-terrorist Shahzad Bhatti and his aide Ajmal Gujjar. The module trafficked illegal weapons and narcotic substances, including heroin, from Pakistan and distributed them across Delhi-NCR. They radicalised youth through social media platforms and got them to smuggle drugs.
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Rebel TMC MPs merge with NCPI; MLAs won't follow
A day after 20 rebel TMC MPs wrote to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla announcing merger with the National Citizens Party of India (NCPI), rebel MLA leader Ritabharata Banerjee said the legislators will not join NCPI. Banerjee, claiming support of 64 of 80 TMC MLAs, said the move was neither discussed nor considered by their group.
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07:58 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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A day after 20 rebel TMC MPs wrote to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla announcing merger with the National Citizens Party of India (NCPI), rebel MLA leader Ritabharata Banerjee said the legislators will not join NCPI. Banerjee, claiming support of 64 of 80 TMC MLAs, said the move was neither discussed nor considered by their group.
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34 foetuses found buried in Poland doctor's garden
Polish pathologist Magdalena H., 57, was arrested after 34 human foetuses were found buried in her garden in Lutoryz village. She allegedly took foetuses from a Rzeszow hospital during COVID-19 to conduct home experiments. She faces charges of desecrating human remains and improper medical waste disposal, with up to 12 years in prison.
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07:54 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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Polish pathologist Magdalena H., 57, was arrested after 34 human foetuses were found buried in her garden in Lutoryz village. She allegedly took foetuses from a Rzeszow hospital during COVID-19 to conduct home experiments. She faces charges of desecrating human remains and improper medical waste disposal, with up to 12 years in prison.
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TV show 'Mahadev & Sons' sparks controversy over domestic abuse scene
TV show 'Mahadev & Sons' has sparked controversy over portrayal of domestic abuse after an episode featured the male lead Dheeraj slapping the character Rajji and hurting her. "This is domestic violence...What the hell is happening in this show," a person commented. "Domestic abuse is not a joke...glorifying it in the name of love is highly irresponsible," another comment read.
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07:52 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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TV show 'Mahadev & Sons' has sparked controversy over portrayal of domestic abuse after an episode featured the male lead Dheeraj slapping the character Rajji and hurting her. "This is domestic violence...What the hell is happening in this show," a person commented. "Domestic abuse is not a joke...glorifying it in the name of love is highly irresponsible," another comment read.
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34 fetuses found buried in Polish doctor's garden
Polish pathologist Magdalena H., 57, was arrested after 34 human fetuses were found buried in her garden in Lutoryz. She allegedly took the fetuses from a Rzeszów hospital during COVID-19 to conduct home experiments. She faces charges of desecrating human remains and improper waste disposal, with up to 12 years in prison.
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07:49 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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Polish pathologist Magdalena H., 57, was arrested after 34 human fetuses were found buried in her garden in Lutoryz. She allegedly took the fetuses from a Rzeszów hospital during COVID-19 to conduct home experiments. She faces charges of desecrating human remains and improper waste disposal, with up to 12 years in prison.
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Trump says one could walk from Qatar to Iran; nations which are divided by 200 km of sea
During a meeting with Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, US President Donald Trump claimed one "could walk right across the border" from Qatar to Iran. Trump stated that this is the reason why Qatar is in the "most dangerous position". Notably, both countries don't share a land border and are divided by over 200 km of Persian Gulf.
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08:15 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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During a meeting with Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, US President Donald Trump claimed one "could walk right across the border" from Qatar to Iran. Trump stated that this is the reason why Qatar is in the "most dangerous position". Notably, both countries don't share a land border and are divided by over 200 km of Persian Gulf.
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08:15 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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Savarkar's mercy pleas were not 'submissive': Grandnephew as he rejects Rahul’s claims
Vinayak Damodar Savarkar's grandnephew, Satyaki Savarkar, who filed defamation case against Congress' Rahul Gandhi over objectionable remarks made in March 2023, told the court that Savarkar had submitted 10 mercy petitions. He said petitions were rejected as British feared Savarkar would resume revolutionary activities. He added that it was incorrect to describe those petitions as "submissive".
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08:09 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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Vinayak Damodar Savarkar's grandnephew, Satyaki Savarkar, who filed defamation case against Congress' Rahul Gandhi over objectionable remarks made in March 2023, told the court that Savarkar had submitted 10 mercy petitions. He said petitions were rejected as British feared Savarkar would resume revolutionary activities. He added that it was incorrect to describe those petitions as "submissive".
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BCCI reacts to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's fight with Sri Lankan player
BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia reacted to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's on-field altercation with Sri Lanka A's Vishen Halambage. He said that players should avoid getting distracted by “collateral issues” during a major tri-series. "We will let our players concentrate on the tournament," he told TOI. "The BCCI is with the team and their game," he further said.
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08:08 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia reacted to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's on-field altercation with Sri Lanka A's Vishen Halambage. He said that players should avoid getting distracted by “collateral issues” during a major tri-series. "We will let our players concentrate on the tournament," he told TOI. "The BCCI is with the team and their game," he further said.
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Telegram users still able to access app despite India banning it
Several users of Telegram took to X to say that they have been able to access the app despite the Centre banning it till June 22, to prevent paper leak of the NEET-UG re-examination. One X user asked how effective the ban is. Reportedly, the app has been removed from the Google Play Store but remains accessible through APKs.
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08:05 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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Several users of Telegram took to X to say that they have been able to access the app despite the Centre banning it till June 22, to prevent paper leak of the NEET-UG re-examination. One X user asked how effective the ban is. Reportedly, the app has been removed from the Google Play Store but remains accessible through APKs.
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Omar Abdullah confirms Jantar Mantar protest for J&K statehood
J&K CM Omar Abdullah confirmed the National Conference will protest at Jantar Mantar, Delhi, on the first day of Parliament's monsoon session to demand restoration of statehood. Despite meeting PM Modi last week on the issue, Omar said the protest remains on schedule to remind authorities of promises made in Parliament and Supreme Court.
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08:23 pm Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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J&K CM Omar Abdullah confirmed the National Conference will protest at Jantar Mantar, Delhi, on the first day of Parliament's monsoon session to demand restoration of statehood. Despite meeting PM Modi last week on the issue, Omar said the protest remains on schedule to remind authorities of promises made in Parliament and Supreme Court.
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