19 teams confirmed for FIFA World Cup 2026 knockouts
Nineteen teams have confirmed their places in FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32. Co-hosts USA, Mexico and Canada have qualified for knockouts. Former champions Germany, Brazil and Argentina have also qualified for the Round of 32. Côte d'Ivoire and South Africa have made it to FIFA World Cup knockouts for first time. Thirteen spots are yet to be filled.
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Nineteen teams have confirmed their places in FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32. Co-hosts USA, Mexico and Canada have qualified for knockouts. Former champions Germany, Brazil and Argentina have also qualified for the Round of 32. Côte d'Ivoire and South Africa have made it to FIFA World Cup knockouts for first time. Thirteen spots are yet to be filled.
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BJP Councillor in Agra cuts b'day cake in sewer after complaints for cleaning go ignored
A BJP Councillor from UP's Agra, Kishan Nayak, celebrated his birthday standing knee-deep in sewage water in a waterlogged drain. He resorted to this to protest against the municipal corporation's senior officials for ignoring dozens of his requests/complaints for drain cleaning in his ward before monsoon. Nayak highlighted incidents of kids as young as 1.5 years old falling into the drain.
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12:58 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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A BJP Councillor from UP's Agra, Kishan Nayak, celebrated his birthday standing knee-deep in sewage water in a waterlogged drain. He resorted to this to protest against the municipal corporation's senior officials for ignoring dozens of his requests/complaints for drain cleaning in his ward before monsoon. Nayak highlighted incidents of kids as young as 1.5 years old falling into the drain.
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Assets worth ₹5.05 crore found at suspended H'yd official's home
The Anti-Corruption Bureau uncovered assets worth ₹5.05 crore at the house of a suspended Hyderabad tahsildar and joint sub-registrar during raids. The official, Thummakomma Sucharita, was earlier arrested in a ₹30 lakh bribe case and is currently in judicial custody. The raid uncovered assets including three flats in Hyderabad, 2.17 acres of agricultural land and gold and diamond jewellery.
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01:12 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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The Anti-Corruption Bureau uncovered assets worth ₹5.05 crore at the house of a suspended Hyderabad tahsildar and joint sub-registrar during raids. The official, Thummakomma Sucharita, was earlier arrested in a ₹30 lakh bribe case and is currently in judicial custody. The raid uncovered assets including three flats in Hyderabad, 2.17 acres of agricultural land and gold and diamond jewellery.
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Maharashtra teen collapses minutes after taking vaccination, dies
A 17-year-old girl died shortly after receiving a tetanus and diphtheria (Td) vaccine at a municipal immunisation camp in Maharashtra's Nashik. A video showed her collapsing near a medical shop close to the vaccination camp. The authorities said exact cause of death is yet to be determined. They've launched a multi-level investigation and suspended the use of vaccine batch involved.
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01:29 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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A 17-year-old girl died shortly after receiving a tetanus and diphtheria (Td) vaccine at a municipal immunisation camp in Maharashtra's Nashik. A video showed her collapsing near a medical shop close to the vaccination camp. The authorities said exact cause of death is yet to be determined. They've launched a multi-level investigation and suspended the use of vaccine batch involved.
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Nihang Sikhs protesting at U'khand border returning, issue resolved: Dehradun DM
Hundreds of Nihang Sikhs, who gathered at the Uttarakhand border to demand the release of four arrested community members, have begun returning to Paonta Sahib in Himachal Pradesh after talks with authorities. "The issue...has been resolved amicably," said Dehradun DM Ashish Chauhan, adding that no clashes were reported. The four were arrested after a parking dispute turned violent in Karnaprayag.
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01:19 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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Hundreds of Nihang Sikhs, who gathered at the Uttarakhand border to demand the release of four arrested community members, have begun returning to Paonta Sahib in Himachal Pradesh after talks with authorities. "The issue...has been resolved amicably," said Dehradun DM Ashish Chauhan, adding that no clashes were reported. The four were arrested after a parking dispute turned violent in Karnaprayag.
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4 arrested for blowing up car during Muharram procession in Ujjain
Four people, including an Akhara organiser, have been arrested for allegedly lifting a car nearly 40 feet by a crane and blasting it with firecrackers during a Muharram procession in Ujjain's Badnagar. The officials said the stunt was unauthorised and likely performed to attract crowds and social media attention. The police have ruled out a communal angle behind the act.
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01:40 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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Four people, including an Akhara organiser, have been arrested for allegedly lifting a car nearly 40 feet by a crane and blasting it with firecrackers during a Muharram procession in Ujjain's Badnagar. The officials said the stunt was unauthorised and likely performed to attract crowds and social media attention. The police have ruled out a communal angle behind the act.
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Ram Mandir Trust General Secretary Champat Rai resigns after 8 arrested in donation theft row
Ram Mandir Trust General Secretary Champat Rai has resigned from his post after eight people were arrested in connection with a donation theft row, according to reports. Among those arrested is Ram Shankar Yadav alias Tinnu Yadav, a former driver of Champat Rai. Meanwhile, trust member Anil Mishra has also resigned.
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01:37 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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Ram Mandir Trust General Secretary Champat Rai has resigned from his post after eight people were arrested in connection with a donation theft row, according to reports. Among those arrested is Ram Shankar Yadav alias Tinnu Yadav, a former driver of Champat Rai. Meanwhile, trust member Anil Mishra has also resigned.
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iPhone is not spared, its hike is coming: Analyst after Apple raises MacBook, iPad prices
Apple has raised MacBook and iPad prices in India, while iPhones remain unchanged. IDC's senior research director Nabila Popal said, "The iPhone isn't spared, its hike is coming." "It was incredibly strategic for Apple to make...price hike announcements before...iPhone fall launch, so headlines at launch aren't price hikes but the value...the new phones bring," he said.
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01:35 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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Apple has raised MacBook and iPad prices in India, while iPhones remain unchanged. IDC's senior research director Nabila Popal said, "The iPhone isn't spared, its hike is coming." "It was incredibly strategic for Apple to make...price hike announcements before...iPhone fall launch, so headlines at launch aren't price hikes but the value...the new phones bring," he said.
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Why are US fans singing ‘Take Me Home, Country Roads’ at FIFA WC?
American fans are singing "Take Me Home, Country Roads" to cheer for the USA at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The song was sung and released by John Denver in 1971. The song reportedly rose to popularity in the 1970s and has become a sports anthem at West Virginia University. US have qualified for the knockouts of the World Cup.
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01:59 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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American fans are singing "Take Me Home, Country Roads" to cheer for the USA at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The song was sung and released by John Denver in 1971. The song reportedly rose to popularity in the 1970s and has become a sports anthem at West Virginia University. US have qualified for the knockouts of the World Cup.
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How have Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi performed in penalties?
Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo has taken 219 penalty kicks in total, scoring at a success rate of 83.6%. Argentina's Lionel Messi, meanwhile, has taken 177 penalties with a success rate of 78.5%. At club level, Ronaldo has taken 187 penalties and converted 161 of them, while Messi has taken 146 penalties and scored 114.
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01:49 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo has taken 219 penalty kicks in total, scoring at a success rate of 83.6%. Argentina's Lionel Messi, meanwhile, has taken 177 penalties with a success rate of 78.5%. At club level, Ronaldo has taken 187 penalties and converted 161 of them, while Messi has taken 146 penalties and scored 114.
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PM Modi praises Dharmendra Pradhan's NEP push in birthday wish amid resignation calls
In his birthday wish for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, PM Narendra Modi commended his push for NEP 2020. "He is making commendable efforts towards the implementation of the National Education Policy...to make India a hub for knowledge...and innovation," PM Modi said. Notably, this comes amid Cockroach Janta Party's widespread protests demanding Pradhan's resignation over NEET paper leak.
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01:45 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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In his birthday wish for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, PM Narendra Modi commended his push for NEP 2020. "He is making commendable efforts towards the implementation of the National Education Policy...to make India a hub for knowledge...and innovation," PM Modi said. Notably, this comes amid Cockroach Janta Party's widespread protests demanding Pradhan's resignation over NEET paper leak.
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UK King and Queen will not live at Buckingham Palace after its renovation
King Charles III has decided not to move into Buckingham Palace once its refurbishment is completed in 2027. The decision has reportedly been taken to allow greater public access to the landmark. However, the palace will continue to be used for hosting state banquets and garden parties. Buckingham Palace has served as official London residence of UK sovereign since 1837.
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02:10 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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King Charles III has decided not to move into Buckingham Palace once its refurbishment is completed in 2027. The decision has reportedly been taken to allow greater public access to the landmark. However, the palace will continue to be used for hosting state banquets and garden parties. Buckingham Palace has served as official London residence of UK sovereign since 1837.
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NRI challenges Bhagwant Mann to prove claim he used Punjab CM-lookalike mask in sacrilege video
Canada-based Punjabi NRI Jagman Samra denied Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's claim that he used a hyper-realistic mask resembling the CM to film the alleged sacrilege video. Samra challenged Mann to reveal where the mask was allegedly bought and provide proof of transaction linked to its purchase. The video purportedly showed man resembling Mann sprinkling alcohol on images of Sikh gurus.
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02:04 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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Canada-based Punjabi NRI Jagman Samra denied Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's claim that he used a hyper-realistic mask resembling the CM to film the alleged sacrilege video. Samra challenged Mann to reveal where the mask was allegedly bought and provide proof of transaction linked to its purchase. The video purportedly showed man resembling Mann sprinkling alcohol on images of Sikh gurus.
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Yuto Nagatomo becomes 1st Asian player to appear in 5 FIFA WCs
Japanese footballer Yuto Nagatomo became the first Asian player in history to appear in five FIFA World Cups after featuring in Japan's FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Sweden on Friday (IST). He also became the first Japanese player to play in five consecutive World Cups, having previously represented Japan in the 2010, 2014, 2018, and 2022 editions of tournament.
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02:25 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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Japanese footballer Yuto Nagatomo became the first Asian player in history to appear in five FIFA World Cups after featuring in Japan's FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Sweden on Friday (IST). He also became the first Japanese player to play in five consecutive World Cups, having previously represented Japan in the 2010, 2014, 2018, and 2022 editions of tournament.
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What is the Watergate scandal which led to resignation of ex-US Prez Richard Nixon?
Watergate scandal was one of the biggest political scandals in US history involving ex-President Richard Nixon. In 1972, five men linked to Nixon’s re-election campaign were caught breaking into Democratic Party’s headquarters at Watergate complex, trying to steal documents and tap phones. The scandal exposed Nixon's role in the cover-up, making him the first US President to resign from office.
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Watergate scandal was one of the biggest political scandals in US history involving ex-President Richard Nixon. In 1972, five men linked to Nixon’s re-election campaign were caught breaking into Democratic Party’s headquarters at Watergate complex, trying to steal documents and tap phones. The scandal exposed Nixon's role in the cover-up, making him the first US President to resign from office.
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Fortis Hospital in Delhi's Shalimar Bagh under govt scanner over discrepancies
The Delhi government has ordered a detailed inspection of the Fortis Hospital in Delhi's Shalimar Bagh after discrepancies were observed during an on-the-spot inspection. "Any irregularity established during the inquiry shall invite strict action," a statement by the CM's Office read. CM Rekha Gupta received a complaint during the CM Jan Sunwai, leading to an inquiry into the 7.34-acre hospital.
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02:19 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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The Delhi government has ordered a detailed inspection of the Fortis Hospital in Delhi's Shalimar Bagh after discrepancies were observed during an on-the-spot inspection. "Any irregularity established during the inquiry shall invite strict action," a statement by the CM's Office read. CM Rekha Gupta received a complaint during the CM Jan Sunwai, leading to an inquiry into the 7.34-acre hospital.
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FIFA World Cup star Erling Haaland consumes 6,000 calories a day, eats cow's heart and liver
Norway forward Erling Haaland, who has scored four goals in two FIFA World Cup 2026 matches so far, consumes around 6,000 calories in a day. He earlier revealed his diet includes cow's heart and liver. "[Other people] don't eat this...but I'm concerned with taking care of my body. I think eating quality local food is most important," he had said.
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02:15 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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Norway forward Erling Haaland, who has scored four goals in two FIFA World Cup 2026 matches so far, consumes around 6,000 calories in a day. He earlier revealed his diet includes cow's heart and liver. "[Other people] don't eat this...but I'm concerned with taking care of my body. I think eating quality local food is most important," he had said.
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Who were the foreign victims of the Venezuela earthquakes?
At least seven foreign nationals from Spain, Brazil, China, Italy and Portugal have been confirmed among the 235 people killed in Venezuela's twin earthquakes. Authorities are continuing rescue operations as several foreign citizens remain unaccounted for. Governments are providing consular assistance to affected families while monitoring the situation following the devastating disaster.
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02:08 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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At least seven foreign nationals from Spain, Brazil, China, Italy and Portugal have been confirmed among the 235 people killed in Venezuela's twin earthquakes. Authorities are continuing rescue operations as several foreign citizens remain unaccounted for. Governments are providing consular assistance to affected families while monitoring the situation following the devastating disaster.
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Rajasthan cop puts feet on desk as complainant waits, suspended
A Rajasthan woman constable was suspended after a viral photo showed her sitting with both feet on a desk while an elderly man waited to file a complaint at Bichhiwara Police Station in Dungarpur. The image sparked outrage over her alleged disrespectful conduct. Dungarpur Police confirmed her suspension and initiated disciplinary proceedings against the constable.
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02:06 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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A Rajasthan woman constable was suspended after a viral photo showed her sitting with both feet on a desk while an elderly man waited to file a complaint at Bichhiwara Police Station in Dungarpur. The image sparked outrage over her alleged disrespectful conduct. Dungarpur Police confirmed her suspension and initiated disciplinary proceedings against the constable.
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Siya planned Ketan's murder after learning he was bald & wore a wig: Reports
Pune businessman Ketan Agarwal's fiancée, Siya Goyal, allegedly plotted his murder because she didn't want to marry him after learning that he was bald, reports said, citing police. She allegedly disliked the fact that Ketan concealed his baldness with wig. Siya conspired his murder with boyfriend Chetan Chaudhary, and the two allegedly pushed Ketan to his death from Lohagad Fort.
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02:44 pm Friday, 26 June 2026
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Pune businessman Ketan Agarwal's fiancée, Siya Goyal, allegedly plotted his murder because she didn't want to marry him after learning that he was bald, reports said, citing police. She allegedly disliked the fact that Ketan concealed his baldness with wig. Siya conspired his murder with boyfriend Chetan Chaudhary, and the two allegedly pushed Ketan to his death from Lohagad Fort.
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