Britain, Switzerland record hottest June days amid Europe heatwave
Amid the heatwave sweeping Europe, Britain and Switzerland recorded their highest June temperatures on Thursday. Temperatures reached 36.7°C in southwest England, while Switzerland crossed 37°C for the first time in June, hitting 38°C in Basel. Paris also recorded a June high of 40.9°C on Wednesday, with the city’s hospitals struggling to deal with patients suffering from the heatwave.
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Amid the heatwave sweeping Europe, Britain and Switzerland recorded their highest June temperatures on Thursday. Temperatures reached 36.7°C in southwest England, while Switzerland crossed 37°C for the first time in June, hitting 38°C in Basel. Paris also recorded a June high of 40.9°C on Wednesday, with the city’s hospitals struggling to deal with patients suffering from the heatwave.
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In a first, Sweden minister brings her 3-month-old baby to EU meeting
Sweden's Climate Minister Romina Pourmokhtari attended an EU Council meeting in Luxembourg with her three-month-old son, Adam, marking the first time a baby has been present at such a meeting. She highlighted parental leave policies that don't force women to choose between work and family. "Happy...to be an example of not having to choose between a...minister and a...mother," she said.
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Sweden's Climate Minister Romina Pourmokhtari attended an EU Council meeting in Luxembourg with her three-month-old son, Adam, marking the first time a baby has been present at such a meeting. She highlighted parental leave policies that don't force women to choose between work and family. "Happy...to be an example of not having to choose between a...minister and a...mother," she said.
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Edward Norton, Brad Pitt seen together at FIFA WC match, sparks buzz of Fight Club sequel
Hollywood actors Brad Pitt and Edward Norton were spotted in a luxury suite during the FIFA World Cup 2026 match between the USA and Turkey on Friday. Pitt and Norton's appearance sparked speculation among fans on social media about a possible Fight Club sequel. David Fincher's psychological drama was adapted from Chuck Palahniuk's novel and released in 1999.
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Hollywood actors Brad Pitt and Edward Norton were spotted in a luxury suite during the FIFA World Cup 2026 match between the USA and Turkey on Friday. Pitt and Norton's appearance sparked speculation among fans on social media about a possible Fight Club sequel. David Fincher's psychological drama was adapted from Chuck Palahniuk's novel and released in 1999.
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Audit flagged 'misleading practices' in Ram Mandir donations 6 yrs ago: Report
An internal audit conducted by an unnamed firm flagged "misleading practices" in 2020 amid Ram mandir donation row, as per a report. The audit reportedly highlighted that there was no "systemic record" of donations and warned that "unprofessional staff and data management" would lead to dubious information. It warned there was "no second check available at any point of transaction".
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11:41 am Friday, 26 June 2026
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An internal audit conducted by an unnamed firm flagged "misleading practices" in 2020 amid Ram mandir donation row, as per a report. The audit reportedly highlighted that there was no "systemic record" of donations and warned that "unprofessional staff and data management" would lead to dubious information. It warned there was "no second check available at any point of transaction".
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Racist: Ivory Coast coach on Schweinsteiger's 'African football' remark
Reacting to ex-German footballer Bastian Schweinsteiger's "a bit African football" remark about Ivory Coast's tactics, head coach Emerse Fae called the comment racist. "I can't change the way he talks. But all I can do is show on...pitch that Africa isn't just about physical football," Fae added. Schweinsteiger made the remark before Germany's match against Ivory Coast last week.
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11:39 am Friday, 26 June 2026
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Reacting to ex-German footballer Bastian Schweinsteiger's "a bit African football" remark about Ivory Coast's tactics, head coach Emerse Fae called the comment racist. "I can't change the way he talks. But all I can do is show on...pitch that Africa isn't just about physical football," Fae added. Schweinsteiger made the remark before Germany's match against Ivory Coast last week.
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Promise to marry amounts to rape only if false from start: HC as it acquits man
The Patna High Court acquitted a man who was convicted of rape in 2013 by a trial court, ruling that promise to marry amounts to rape only if false from start. "The false promise itself must be of immediate relevance, or bear a direct nexus to the woman's decision to engage in the sexual act," the court said.
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11:58 am Friday, 26 June 2026
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The Patna High Court acquitted a man who was convicted of rape in 2013 by a trial court, ruling that promise to marry amounts to rape only if false from start. "The false promise itself must be of immediate relevance, or bear a direct nexus to the woman's decision to engage in the sexual act," the court said.
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Monsoon nears Delhi-NCR, rain likely over next few days
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light to moderate rainfall, thunderstorms, gusty winds and cloudy skies across Delhi-NCR over next few days as southwest monsoon advances towards the region. According to IMD, Delhi, Haryana and Punjab are expected to receive rainfall till July 1. Rain alerts have been issued for Noida and Ghaziabad between June 29 and July 1.
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11:54 am Friday, 26 June 2026
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light to moderate rainfall, thunderstorms, gusty winds and cloudy skies across Delhi-NCR over next few days as southwest monsoon advances towards the region. According to IMD, Delhi, Haryana and Punjab are expected to receive rainfall till July 1. Rain alerts have been issued for Noida and Ghaziabad between June 29 and July 1.
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We know this is not welcome news: Apple after raising product prices by up to ₹1 lakh
Apple raised prices of its products, such as the iPad and MacBook, by up to ₹1 lakh in India. Issuing a statement, the California-based tech giant said, "We know this isn't welcome news, and we're working tirelessly to find solutions." The company said it had "shielded customers from these increases so far", but could no longer do so.
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11:54 am Friday, 26 June 2026
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Apple raised prices of its products, such as the iPad and MacBook, by up to ₹1 lakh in India. Issuing a statement, the California-based tech giant said, "We know this isn't welcome news, and we're working tirelessly to find solutions." The company said it had "shielded customers from these increases so far", but could no longer do so.
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Commuter's chain got stuck in door: B'luru Metro on 18-min disruption in services
The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Ltd revealed that its services on the Purple Line were disrupted for 18 minutes on Thursday evening after a commuter's metal chain "had become lodged in the train door guideway, preventing the doors from closing properly". "There was no technical malfunction in the train equipment," it said. The incident happened at the Cubbon Park station.
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11:51 am Friday, 26 June 2026
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The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Ltd revealed that its services on the Purple Line were disrupted for 18 minutes on Thursday evening after a commuter's metal chain "had become lodged in the train door guideway, preventing the doors from closing properly". "There was no technical malfunction in the train equipment," it said. The incident happened at the Cubbon Park station.
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MEA opens Toshakhana gifts for public auction for 1st time; Rolex, MacBook among items
Ministry of External Affairs has opened its Toshakhana gift collection to the public for the first time, auctioning around 300 items received by senior officials during official foreign trips. The items include Rolex watches, gold jewellery, Omani daggers, silver boxes and a MacBook Pro. The auction will end on June 30, officials said on Thursday.
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11:46 am Friday, 26 June 2026
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Ministry of External Affairs has opened its Toshakhana gift collection to the public for the first time, auctioning around 300 items received by senior officials during official foreign trips. The items include Rolex watches, gold jewellery, Omani daggers, silver boxes and a MacBook Pro. The auction will end on June 30, officials said on Thursday.
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94-year-old woman gives up US citizenship, seeks to become Indian again
A 94-year-old Andhra woman, Kondragunta Mahalakshmamma, has appealed to Bapatla District Collector J Venkata Murali to expedite her Indian citizenship application after renouncing US citizenship. Mahalakshmamma, who became a US citizen in 2000 and returned to India in 2018, said her last wish is to "die as an Indian" and have her last rites in her native village in Andhra.
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A 94-year-old Andhra woman, Kondragunta Mahalakshmamma, has appealed to Bapatla District Collector J Venkata Murali to expedite her Indian citizenship application after renouncing US citizenship. Mahalakshmamma, who became a US citizen in 2000 and returned to India in 2018, said her last wish is to "die as an Indian" and have her last rites in her native village in Andhra.
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US VP Vance lauds wife Usha's ₹800 dress, jokes 'She is America's next federal budget chief'
US Vice President JD Vance reacted to the buzz over his wife, Usha Vance's, inexpensive maternity dress, joking that she should head America's budget. “She bought a $50 dress for $8.75 (around ₹800). America: meet your next director of the federal budget,” he said. The remark came after Usha criticised a The New York Times article analysing her maternity outfits.
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12:06 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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US Vice President JD Vance reacted to the buzz over his wife, Usha Vance's, inexpensive maternity dress, joking that she should head America's budget. “She bought a $50 dress for $8.75 (around ₹800). America: meet your next director of the federal budget,” he said. The remark came after Usha criticised a The New York Times article analysing her maternity outfits.
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The Odyssey to be screened only for critics, not influencers
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey will reportedly skip influencer screenings, with Universal Pictures choosing to screen it for professional critics after its July 6 London premiere. This move breaks from Hollywood's recent marketing trend and comes amid growing skepticism over influencer reactions. The Odyssey, starring Matt Damon and Anne Hathaway, releases in Indian theatres on July 17, 2026.
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Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey will reportedly skip influencer screenings, with Universal Pictures choosing to screen it for professional critics after its July 6 London premiere. This move breaks from Hollywood's recent marketing trend and comes amid growing skepticism over influencer reactions. The Odyssey, starring Matt Damon and Anne Hathaway, releases in Indian theatres on July 17, 2026.
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'Bengaluru can be lonely': Entrepreneur's post goes viral
An entrepreneur's viral post about moving from Mumbai to Bengaluru has sparked debate online. Calling Bengaluru "a lonely city," he said making meaningful friendships takes effort despite the city's thriving startup culture. While many users agreed with his experience, others defended Bengaluru, saying newcomers can build strong social circles through communities, hobbies and networking events.
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An entrepreneur's viral post about moving from Mumbai to Bengaluru has sparked debate online. Calling Bengaluru "a lonely city," he said making meaningful friendships takes effort despite the city's thriving startup culture. While many users agreed with his experience, others defended Bengaluru, saying newcomers can build strong social circles through communities, hobbies and networking events.
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Forest guard stops traffic for wild elephant, wins hearts online
A forest guard won praise after stopping traffic to let a wild elephant safely cross a forest road. The viral video highlights peaceful human-wildlife coexistence as motorists patiently waited for the tusker. Social media users applauded the thoughtful gesture, while conservationists say such simple measures help prevent accidents, reduce conflicts, and protect wildlife habitats.
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A forest guard won praise after stopping traffic to let a wild elephant safely cross a forest road. The viral video highlights peaceful human-wildlife coexistence as motorists patiently waited for the tusker. Social media users applauded the thoughtful gesture, while conservationists say such simple measures help prevent accidents, reduce conflicts, and protect wildlife habitats.
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What are the charges against accused in Ram mandir donation theft case?
The eight people arrested in connection with Ram mandir theft case are charged with misappropriation of donations at the temple and replacing gold, silver and diamond ornaments by fakes. They have also been found responsible for discrepancies in donation handling and financial records. The maximum punishment for criminal breach of trust by officials (Section 316(5) of BNS) is life imprisonment.
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12:28 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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The eight people arrested in connection with Ram mandir theft case are charged with misappropriation of donations at the temple and replacing gold, silver and diamond ornaments by fakes. They have also been found responsible for discrepancies in donation handling and financial records. The maximum punishment for criminal breach of trust by officials (Section 316(5) of BNS) is life imprisonment.
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Australia reach FIFA WC 2026 knockouts after goalless draw with Paraguay
Australia booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026's knockout stage after playing a goalless draw with Paraguay in Group D match. This is the third occasion Australia has qualified for FIFA World Cup knockouts, including the tournament's last edition in Qatar. "We’ll now go to Dallas and try and do something special," Australia head coach Tony Popovic said.
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12:25 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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Australia booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026's knockout stage after playing a goalless draw with Paraguay in Group D match. This is the third occasion Australia has qualified for FIFA World Cup knockouts, including the tournament's last edition in Qatar. "We’ll now go to Dallas and try and do something special," Australia head coach Tony Popovic said.
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Vance says Watergate would be a '12-hr news story' today, blames 'deep state' for Nixon's fall
US Vice President JD Vance said Watergate scandal, which led to ex-President Richard Nixon's resignation, would be like a "12-hour news story" today. Comparing President Donald Trump to Nixon, Vance said both were victims of "deep state" forces, adding, "The idea that it would've taken down...presidency is crazy." Watergate is considered one of the biggest political scandals in US history.
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12:40 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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US Vice President JD Vance said Watergate scandal, which led to ex-President Richard Nixon's resignation, would be like a "12-hour news story" today. Comparing President Donald Trump to Nixon, Vance said both were victims of "deep state" forces, adding, "The idea that it would've taken down...presidency is crazy." Watergate is considered one of the biggest political scandals in US history.
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Trump claims Iran is facing food shortage, says it can be new market for US farmers
US President Donald Trump claimed Iran is facing a food shortage and pitched the country as a new market for American agricultural products. “We have a new market coming up, it's The Lovely Country of Iran....Would anybody like to go there?” Trump said. Iran's chief negotiator responded by saying, “only crop we’re harvesting is what you planted: decades of mistrust”.
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US President Donald Trump claimed Iran is facing a food shortage and pitched the country as a new market for American agricultural products. “We have a new market coming up, it's The Lovely Country of Iran....Would anybody like to go there?” Trump said. Iran's chief negotiator responded by saying, “only crop we’re harvesting is what you planted: decades of mistrust”.
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How could the Venezuela earthquake impact India's crude oil supply?
Recent earthquakes in Venezuela have raised concerns over possible disruptions to India’s crude oil imports, as Venezuela emerged as one of India’s largest suppliers in April and May 2026. Damage to Venezuela’s oil fields, ports or transport facilities could affect shipments. India’s average monthly crude imports from Venezuela jumped from 64.027 TMT in FY26 to 1,047.148 TMT during April-May FY27.
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Recent earthquakes in Venezuela have raised concerns over possible disruptions to India’s crude oil imports, as Venezuela emerged as one of India’s largest suppliers in April and May 2026. Damage to Venezuela’s oil fields, ports or transport facilities could affect shipments. India’s average monthly crude imports from Venezuela jumped from 64.027 TMT in FY26 to 1,047.148 TMT during April-May FY27.
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