PM Modi draws laughter with one-liner as G7 leaders pose for photo, says 'They're always ready'
At the G7 Summit in Évian, France, Prime Minister Narendra Modi drew laughter from world leaders with a quick remark during the traditional family photo. As world leaders assembled and the photographer asked if everyone was ready, PM Modi joked, "They are always ready." A video has surfaced online showing world leaders breaking into laughter following the PM's one-liner.
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At the G7 Summit in Évian, France, Prime Minister Narendra Modi drew laughter from world leaders with a quick remark during the traditional family photo. As world leaders assembled and the photographer asked if everyone was ready, PM Modi joked, "They are always ready." A video has surfaced online showing world leaders breaking into laughter following the PM's one-liner.
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How AI is driving biggest workforce reset as tech layoffs hit 2-year high?
Tech layoffs have hit a two-year high, with over one lakh jobs cut across the industry in recent months, according to TechCrunch. As companies invest heavily in AI and automation, many are streamlining operations and reducing workforce needs. Corporate executives are openly stressing that modern software tools can improve productivity while requiring fewer employees to perform the same tasks.
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12:57 pm Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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Tech layoffs have hit a two-year high, with over one lakh jobs cut across the industry in recent months, according to TechCrunch. As companies invest heavily in AI and automation, many are streamlining operations and reducing workforce needs. Corporate executives are openly stressing that modern software tools can improve productivity while requiring fewer employees to perform the same tasks.
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G7 hot mic captures Trump’s Greenland remark, Macron forgetting his watch
A microphone recording during the G7 Summit revealed that world leaders also discussed football and shared light moments during their interactions. UK PM Keir Starmer spoke about the FIFA World Cup, while US President Donald Trump steered the conversation towards mixed martial arts. Trump was also heard muttering “Greenland” and joked after French President Emmanuel Macron left his watch behind.
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A microphone recording during the G7 Summit revealed that world leaders also discussed football and shared light moments during their interactions. UK PM Keir Starmer spoke about the FIFA World Cup, while US President Donald Trump steered the conversation towards mixed martial arts. Trump was also heard muttering “Greenland” and joked after French President Emmanuel Macron left his watch behind.
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Remains of 2 Indian seafarers, who lost their lives in US attack on ship, repatriated to India
The mortal remains of two Indian seafarers, Aditya Sharma and Shivanand Chaurasiya, who lost their lives in the US attack on MT Settebello in the Gulf of Oman, have been repatriated to India, the Indian Embassy in Oman said. However, the remains of the third seafarer, Patnala Suresh, are yet to be repatriated. MT Settebello was attacked a week ago.
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The mortal remains of two Indian seafarers, Aditya Sharma and Shivanand Chaurasiya, who lost their lives in the US attack on MT Settebello in the Gulf of Oman, have been repatriated to India, the Indian Embassy in Oman said. However, the remains of the third seafarer, Patnala Suresh, are yet to be repatriated. MT Settebello was attacked a week ago.
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Austria win a FIFA World Cup match after 36 years, beat Jordan 3-1
Austria marked their return to the FIFA World Cup after a 28-year absence with a 3-1 win over debutants Jordan in their FIFA World Cup 2026 opener. With the score tied at 1-1, Austria relied on a second-half own goal by Yazan Al-Arab and a late penalty from Marko Arnautović. Notably, Austria's last World Cup win came in 1990.
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Austria marked their return to the FIFA World Cup after a 28-year absence with a 3-1 win over debutants Jordan in their FIFA World Cup 2026 opener. With the score tied at 1-1, Austria relied on a second-half own goal by Yazan Al-Arab and a late penalty from Marko Arnautović. Notably, Austria's last World Cup win came in 1990.
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Private jet crashes on US highway, catches fire with people trapped inside
A private jet crashed on a highway in US' Texas, late on Tuesday and caught fire. The aircraft was carrying six people. Videos showed bystanders rushing to help rescue people trapped inside the burning plane, with some seen trying to break cockpit window. One person was killed, though it hasn't been ascertained whether the deceased was onboard or on ground.
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01:10 pm Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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A private jet crashed on a highway in US' Texas, late on Tuesday and caught fire. The aircraft was carrying six people. Videos showed bystanders rushing to help rescue people trapped inside the burning plane, with some seen trying to break cockpit window. One person was killed, though it hasn't been ascertained whether the deceased was onboard or on ground.
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SpiceJet female staff fight with passengers at Bengal airport, video shows them hurling abuses
A SpiceJet staff member was suspended after she and another staff member got into a verbal altercation with passengers at the Bagdogra Airport in West Bengal. A video of the incident showed them abusing each other while a security official tried to calm the situation. This altercation started after a Delhi-bound SpiceJet flight was delayed and later cancelled.
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01:00 pm Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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A SpiceJet staff member was suspended after she and another staff member got into a verbal altercation with passengers at the Bagdogra Airport in West Bengal. A video of the incident showed them abusing each other while a security official tried to calm the situation. This altercation started after a Delhi-bound SpiceJet flight was delayed and later cancelled.
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Sanjay Raut calls rebel Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs 'bh*****e' on camera; says 'Don't censor it'
Amid reports of six Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs joining Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, UBT's MP Sanjay Raut hurled abuses at them during a presser and called them 'bh*****e'. "Don't cut this out," he explicitly told the media after abusing them. "These are slangs," UBT's MP Anil Desai said while trying to defend Raut's remarks.
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01:29 pm Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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Amid reports of six Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs joining Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, UBT's MP Sanjay Raut hurled abuses at them during a presser and called them 'bh*****e'. "Don't cut this out," he explicitly told the media after abusing them. "These are slangs," UBT's MP Anil Desai said while trying to defend Raut's remarks.
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6 Sena UBT MPs get Speaker's approval for separate group: Report
Amid reports of a split in the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT), six party MPs had submitted a letter to Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday seeking recognition as a separate parliamentary group, News18 Marathi reported. Speaker Birla has reportedly granted in-principle approval to the group. The six MPs reportedly include Sanjay Dina Patil, Sanjay Jadhav, and Nagesh Bapurao Patil Ashtikar.
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01:21 pm Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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Amid reports of a split in the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT), six party MPs had submitted a letter to Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday seeking recognition as a separate parliamentary group, News18 Marathi reported. Speaker Birla has reportedly granted in-principle approval to the group. The six MPs reportedly include Sanjay Dina Patil, Sanjay Jadhav, and Nagesh Bapurao Patil Ashtikar.
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Which records has Elon Musk's SpaceX IPO broken?
SpaceX rewrote IPO history by raising a record $75 billion, making it the largest IPO ever and propelling Elon Musk to become the first trillionaire. The listing valued SpaceX at $1.77 trillion, the highest valuation ever achieved at an IPO. Within days, its market capitalisation surged to over $2.7 trillion, making it one of the world's five most valuable companies.
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SpaceX rewrote IPO history by raising a record $75 billion, making it the largest IPO ever and propelling Elon Musk to become the first trillionaire. The listing valued SpaceX at $1.77 trillion, the highest valuation ever achieved at an IPO. Within days, its market capitalisation surged to over $2.7 trillion, making it one of the world's five most valuable companies.
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Man swept away by huge waves at Dwarka Ghat, locals rush to help
A frightening video from Gomti Ghat in Gujarat's Dwarka shows a man being swept into powerful sea waves. As the strong current repeatedly dragged him away, three to four brave locals jumped into the water and battled the rough conditions to rescue him. The dramatic footage has sparked widespread praise for their courage and renewed calls for stronger safety measures.
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A frightening video from Gomti Ghat in Gujarat's Dwarka shows a man being swept into powerful sea waves. As the strong current repeatedly dragged him away, three to four brave locals jumped into the water and battled the rough conditions to rescue him. The dramatic footage has sparked widespread praise for their courage and renewed calls for stronger safety measures.
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UP Minister predicts massive rebellion in Samajwadi Party
Uttar Pradesh Minister OP Rajbhar said a major split will happen within Akhilesh Yadav's Samajwadi Party. Drawing parallels with rebellion in TMC and Shiv Sena (UBT), he said, "Forget Maharashtra and Bengal. Entire SP is sitting ready to join...BJP." He claimed that SP MP Ram Gopal Yadav submitted a letter to Home Minister Amit Shah, but didn't disclose its contents.
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Uttar Pradesh Minister OP Rajbhar said a major split will happen within Akhilesh Yadav's Samajwadi Party. Drawing parallels with rebellion in TMC and Shiv Sena (UBT), he said, "Forget Maharashtra and Bengal. Entire SP is sitting ready to join...BJP." He claimed that SP MP Ram Gopal Yadav submitted a letter to Home Minister Amit Shah, but didn't disclose its contents.
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Israeli strikes kill 4 in Lebanon even as Trump urges Netanyahu to be more responsible
Amid an interim US-Iran agreement to end the war, Israel launched multiple strikes on Lebanon, killing four people. This came after US President Donald Trump publicly criticised Israel at the G7 Summit, saying Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu should be more responsible with Lebanon. Iran accused Israel of violating the Lebanon truce 84 times and threatened a harsh response.
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Amid an interim US-Iran agreement to end the war, Israel launched multiple strikes on Lebanon, killing four people. This came after US President Donald Trump publicly criticised Israel at the G7 Summit, saying Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu should be more responsible with Lebanon. Iran accused Israel of violating the Lebanon truce 84 times and threatened a harsh response.
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Brain health can keep improving into the 80s and beyond: Study
A study found that ageing doesn't necessarily lead to cognitive decline, with brain health and cognitive abilities continuing to improve throughout life. Researchers tracked 3,966 adults aged 19-94 over three years. Participants completed brief daily training sessions, with progress measured using the BrainHealth Index assessment, and positive changes were observed even among those in their 80s.
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A study found that ageing doesn't necessarily lead to cognitive decline, with brain health and cognitive abilities continuing to improve throughout life. Researchers tracked 3,966 adults aged 19-94 over three years. Participants completed brief daily training sessions, with progress measured using the BrainHealth Index assessment, and positive changes were observed even among those in their 80s.
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India restores 21.76 mn hectares of land in 2011-2020, nears target of 26 mn hectares
India restored 21.76 million hectares of degraded and deforested land between 2011 and 2020, according to a report by International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). This accounts for 84% of its target of restoring 26 million hectares by 2030 under Bonn Challenge. Launched in 2011, Bonn Challenge aims to restore 350 million hectares of degraded landscapes globally by 2030.
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02:03 pm Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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India restored 21.76 million hectares of degraded and deforested land between 2011 and 2020, according to a report by International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). This accounts for 84% of its target of restoring 26 million hectares by 2030 under Bonn Challenge. Launched in 2011, Bonn Challenge aims to restore 350 million hectares of degraded landscapes globally by 2030.
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NFR announces special trains for Ambubachi Mela 2026 pilgrims
The Northeast Frontier Railway has announced special train services from Alipurduar and New Jalpaiguri for pilgrims attending the Ambubachi Mela 2026. The move aims to manage heavy passenger rush to Kamakhya Temple in Assam, ensuring smoother travel arrangements during one of the region's largest religious gatherings.
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The Northeast Frontier Railway has announced special train services from Alipurduar and New Jalpaiguri for pilgrims attending the Ambubachi Mela 2026. The move aims to manage heavy passenger rush to Kamakhya Temple in Assam, ensuring smoother travel arrangements during one of the region's largest religious gatherings.
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What is 'Operation Tiger', the alleged plan triggering political turmoil in Maharashtra?
Operation Tiger is the name being used for an alleged bid by Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena to poach MPs from Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT). The term draws symbolism from the tiger, the iconic mascot of the undivided Shiv Sena created by founder Balasaheb Thackeray. Fearing defections, Sena (UBT) has held meetings with its Lok Sabha MPs.
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02:19 pm Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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Operation Tiger is the name being used for an alleged bid by Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena to poach MPs from Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT). The term draws symbolism from the tiger, the iconic mascot of the undivided Shiv Sena created by founder Balasaheb Thackeray. Fearing defections, Sena (UBT) has held meetings with its Lok Sabha MPs.
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Violence erupts as mob led by TMC leader Jahangir's wife tries to free him from jail
Violence erupted in West Bengal's Falta after a mob of protesters led by jailed TMC leader Jahangir Khan's wife tried to storm a police station to free Khan. Police resorted to a lathi-charge to disperse protesters. Eight people have been arrested in connection with incident, and police have named Khan's wife as the mastermind behind it, a senior official said.
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Violence erupted in West Bengal's Falta after a mob of protesters led by jailed TMC leader Jahangir Khan's wife tried to storm a police station to free Khan. Police resorted to a lathi-charge to disperse protesters. Eight people have been arrested in connection with incident, and police have named Khan's wife as the mastermind behind it, a senior official said.
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What is 'period tax' that Pakistan has abolished after years of protest?
Pakistan has scrapped the 18% “period tax” on menstrual hygiene products, reducing the levy to zero. The tax, often called the “pink tax,” referred to the additional charge Pakistan levied on women’s hygiene products like sanitary napkins and tampons. The tax is historically referred to as a disproportionate financial burden on Pakistani women. Legal reformers spent years seeking its removal.
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02:34 pm Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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Pakistan has scrapped the 18% “period tax” on menstrual hygiene products, reducing the levy to zero. The tax, often called the “pink tax,” referred to the additional charge Pakistan levied on women’s hygiene products like sanitary napkins and tampons. The tax is historically referred to as a disproportionate financial burden on Pakistani women. Legal reformers spent years seeking its removal.
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Who is Aman Sanger, Indian-origin Cursor Co-founder set to be worth $5.5 bn after SpaceX deal?
Indian-origin Aman Sanger is the Co-founder of AI startup Cursor, which will be acquired by SpaceX in a $60-billion deal, making him worth an estimated $5.5 billion. Born in New York, Sanger began coding at 14 and dropped out of MIT in 2022 to build Anysphere, the company behind Cursor. The 25-year-old's father, Arvind Sanger, is an IIT Bombay alumnus.
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Indian-origin Aman Sanger is the Co-founder of AI startup Cursor, which will be acquired by SpaceX in a $60-billion deal, making him worth an estimated $5.5 billion. Born in New York, Sanger began coding at 14 and dropped out of MIT in 2022 to build Anysphere, the company behind Cursor. The 25-year-old's father, Arvind Sanger, is an IIT Bombay alumnus.
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