Altman shares good & bad news as OpenAI releases GPT‑5.6, says 'Launch isn't optimal'
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman on Saturday announced launch of GPT‑5.6 series, which features three models, in limited preview. "Good new first: Sol is a smart, efficient, and…is the same price as GPT-5.5," Altman said. "Bad news: at…request of…US government, it's launching today in limited preview," he said, adding that staged rollouts "isn't quite the process that we think is optimal".
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman on Saturday announced launch of GPT‑5.6 series, which features three models, in limited preview. "Good new first: Sol is a smart, efficient, and…is the same price as GPT-5.5," Altman said. "Bad news: at…request of…US government, it's launching today in limited preview," he said, adding that staged rollouts "isn't quite the process that we think is optimal".
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Class 12 student, who flagged CBSE tender irregularities, launches site to track govt tenders
Sarthak Sidhant, Class 12 student who flagged irregularities in CBSE's OSM portal tender for Class 12 board exams, has launched an open-source website to track government procurement. "Transparency needs to be accessible. From today, it is," Sidhant wrote, revealing that he scraped 1.66 crore government files for building the website. "This is the beginning, more things to come," he added.
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09:36 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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Sarthak Sidhant, Class 12 student who flagged irregularities in CBSE's OSM portal tender for Class 12 board exams, has launched an open-source website to track government procurement. "Transparency needs to be accessible. From today, it is," Sidhant wrote, revealing that he scraped 1.66 crore government files for building the website. "This is the beginning, more things to come," he added.
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Govt tightens rules for sale of IVF lab supplies after Gurugram IVF baby mix-up
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation has tightened rules for sale of key IVF products, allowing supplies only to registered fertility clinics. The move follows a Gurugram case wherein a couple discovered their IVF-born twin daughters were not biologically theirs. The advisory covers specialised liquids, chemicals and laboratory consumables used to grow, preserve and handle eggs and embryos.
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News By: Dharini Mudgal
10:12 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation has tightened rules for sale of key IVF products, allowing supplies only to registered fertility clinics. The move follows a Gurugram case wherein a couple discovered their IVF-born twin daughters were not biologically theirs. The advisory covers specialised liquids, chemicals and laboratory consumables used to grow, preserve and handle eggs and embryos.
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10:12 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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Minister Bhagirath gets ₹99-lakh subsidy for farm from scheme under own ministry: Report
Minister of State in Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Bhagirath Choudhary received subsidy of ₹99,60,000 three months ago through a scheme under his own ministry. Choudhary's project for cucumber cultivation across 16,592 sq m is one of 467 approved by National Horticulture Board (NHB). The mother, wife and son of IAS officer Naresh Gangwar are among beneficiaries of scheme.
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10:10 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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Minister of State in Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Bhagirath Choudhary received subsidy of ₹99,60,000 three months ago through a scheme under his own ministry. Choudhary's project for cucumber cultivation across 16,592 sq m is one of 467 approved by National Horticulture Board (NHB). The mother, wife and son of IAS officer Naresh Gangwar are among beneficiaries of scheme.
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Biggest news of the day: Fadnavis on being on the same plane as Uddhav
After Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis travelled from Mumbai to Nagpur on the same plane as Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and his son Aaditya, the CM quipped, "The three of us meeting together is...biggest news of the day." The two leaders reportedly shook hands and exchanged some words. Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut was also on the flight.
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10:27 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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After Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis travelled from Mumbai to Nagpur on the same plane as Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and his son Aaditya, the CM quipped, "The three of us meeting together is...biggest news of the day." The two leaders reportedly shook hands and exchanged some words. Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut was also on the flight.
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10:27 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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Ram Mandir donation theft racket ran for 3 yrs, saw 70 theft incidents: SIT
A 20-page report by Special Investigation Team (SIT) in Ram Mandir donation theft case stated that theft racket ran for two-three years. It stated that 70 theft incidents occurred during the period. The report found cash handling lapses and added that electronic devices confirm theft. Eight people have been arrested in connection with the matter.
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10:27 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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A 20-page report by Special Investigation Team (SIT) in Ram Mandir donation theft case stated that theft racket ran for two-three years. It stated that 70 theft incidents occurred during the period. The report found cash handling lapses and added that electronic devices confirm theft. Eight people have been arrested in connection with the matter.
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FIFA WC 2026 equals record for most own goals in tournament history
Tunisian captain Ellyes Skhiri's own goal against the Netherlands in their Group F match on Friday (IST) took the tally of own goals at the FIFA World Cup 2026 to 12. With that, the tournament equalled the record for the most own goals in a single men's FIFA World Cup, previously set at the 2018 edition in Russia.
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10:23 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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Tunisian captain Ellyes Skhiri's own goal against the Netherlands in their Group F match on Friday (IST) took the tally of own goals at the FIFA World Cup 2026 to 12. With that, the tournament equalled the record for the most own goals in a single men's FIFA World Cup, previously set at the 2018 edition in Russia.
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10:23 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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Veteran Tamil actor-director K Bhagyaraj passes away
Veteran Tamil filmmaker, actor and screenwriter K Bhagyaraj has passed away in Chennai at the age of 73, reported ANI. He reportedly suffered a heart attack. Bhagyaraj directed and wrote several acclaimed films, including Munthanai Mudichu and Andha 7 Naatkal, and also made his mark in Hindi cinema by directing Aakhree Raasta, starring Amitabh Bachchan in a dual role.
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10:43 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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Veteran Tamil filmmaker, actor and screenwriter K Bhagyaraj has passed away in Chennai at the age of 73, reported ANI. He reportedly suffered a heart attack. Bhagyaraj directed and wrote several acclaimed films, including Munthanai Mudichu and Andha 7 Naatkal, and also made his mark in Hindi cinema by directing Aakhree Raasta, starring Amitabh Bachchan in a dual role.
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10:43 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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36-yr-old murder case of Kashmiri Pandit nurse solved, 3 of 4 suspects dead
The J&K State Investigation Agency (SIA) solved the April 1990 murder case of a 27-year-old Kashmiri Pandit nurse Sarla Bhat and identified four suspects. Three of them have died, while one is believed to be absconding in Pakistan. The killing, which marked a turning point in the exodus, was allegedly carried out at the behest of JKLF chief Yasin Malik.
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10:43 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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The J&K State Investigation Agency (SIA) solved the April 1990 murder case of a 27-year-old Kashmiri Pandit nurse Sarla Bhat and identified four suspects. Three of them have died, while one is believed to be absconding in Pakistan. The killing, which marked a turning point in the exodus, was allegedly carried out at the behest of JKLF chief Yasin Malik.
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10:43 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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Brazil lodge complaint with FIFA over Vinicius Jr's disallowed goal, seek referee's removal
Brazil have lodged a formal complaint with FIFA after Vinicius Jr’s goal against Scotland was disallowed in their 3-0 FIFA World Cup win. The Brazilian Football Confederation argued VAR should not have intervened as the incident was not a "clear and obvious" error. Brazil have also asked that referee Cesar Ramos not officiate their future matches.
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10:32 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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Brazil have lodged a formal complaint with FIFA after Vinicius Jr’s goal against Scotland was disallowed in their 3-0 FIFA World Cup win. The Brazilian Football Confederation argued VAR should not have intervened as the incident was not a "clear and obvious" error. Brazil have also asked that referee Cesar Ramos not officiate their future matches.
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Emergency declared in US' Utah as wildfire spreads to 143,000 acres
An emergency has been declared in US state of Utah as it battles one of the largest wildfires in the country. Nine active wildfires were burning across 143,000 acres as of Friday, Utah’s wildfire monitor said. Affected regions include Juab, Tooele, Iron, Salt Lake City, Utah county, and Millard. A fireworks ban has been imposed ahead of July 4 holiday.
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10:51 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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An emergency has been declared in US state of Utah as it battles one of the largest wildfires in the country. Nine active wildfires were burning across 143,000 acres as of Friday, Utah’s wildfire monitor said. Affected regions include Juab, Tooele, Iron, Salt Lake City, Utah county, and Millard. A fireworks ban has been imposed ahead of July 4 holiday.
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Humans move closer to speaking to animals as scientist decode what birds say
US scientist Julie Elie won the $100,000 (₹94 lakh) 2026 Coller-Dolittle prize after decoding what the 11 calls of the bird species 'zebra finch' mean. Elie revealed that the birds announce who they are and what they're doing, and confuse similar-meaning calls more than similar-sounding calls. She said she hopes her work is a step forward in human-animal communication.
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10:47 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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US scientist Julie Elie won the $100,000 (₹94 lakh) 2026 Coller-Dolittle prize after decoding what the 11 calls of the bird species 'zebra finch' mean. Elie revealed that the birds announce who they are and what they're doing, and confuse similar-meaning calls more than similar-sounding calls. She said she hopes her work is a step forward in human-animal communication.
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Trump may visit India early next year: US Secy of State Rubio
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has indicated that President Donald Trump could visit India early next year. He said, "We're hoping that's what we're working towards - sometime early next year to have the President come." "India is such a close partner and ally of...US, and the relationship between PM Narendra Modi and...President Trump couldn't be closer," he added.
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11:08 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has indicated that President Donald Trump could visit India early next year. He said, "We're hoping that's what we're working towards - sometime early next year to have the President come." "India is such a close partner and ally of...US, and the relationship between PM Narendra Modi and...President Trump couldn't be closer," he added.
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SP told Bharat Tiwari's brother he too will be killed if he talks to media: Mother on encounter
Mother of activist Bharat Tiwari, who was allegedly killed in a police encounter in Bihar, said the DM ordered SP to carry out the encounter. She stated that the SP told her other son Chandan that he will be killed like Bharat if he spoke to the media. She has demanded transfer of SP and CBI investigation in the case.
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11:05 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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Mother of activist Bharat Tiwari, who was allegedly killed in a police encounter in Bihar, said the DM ordered SP to carry out the encounter. She stated that the SP told her other son Chandan that he will be killed like Bharat if he spoke to the media. She has demanded transfer of SP and CBI investigation in the case.
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Why are Muslim players getting a different Player of the Match award at FIFA World Cup 2026?
Muslim players at FIFA World Cup 2026 are receiving a different version of the Player of the Match award as the main trophy carries alcohol branding. Since Islam prohibits alcohol consumption, organisers have provided an alternate award without such branding. During their presentations, the backdrop displays 'Superior Player of the Match' along with the tournament’s official emblem.
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11:00 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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Muslim players at FIFA World Cup 2026 are receiving a different version of the Player of the Match award as the main trophy carries alcohol branding. Since Islam prohibits alcohol consumption, organisers have provided an alternate award without such branding. During their presentations, the backdrop displays 'Superior Player of the Match' along with the tournament’s official emblem.
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NASA jet reaches speeds that can allow it to go from Delhi to Bengaluru in 1 hour
NASA's X-59 experimental jet reached speeds of Mach 1.4 at 55,000 feet, a milestone achieved days after the jet performed its first supersonic flight. At Mach 1.4 speeds, the jet travelled at over 1,700 km/hour, which can allow it to fly from Delhi to Bengaluru in just one hour. The X-59 can fly supersonic without causing a loud sonic boom.
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11:29 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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NASA's X-59 experimental jet reached speeds of Mach 1.4 at 55,000 feet, a milestone achieved days after the jet performed its first supersonic flight. At Mach 1.4 speeds, the jet travelled at over 1,700 km/hour, which can allow it to fly from Delhi to Bengaluru in just one hour. The X-59 can fly supersonic without causing a loud sonic boom.
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How will a unique law make it difficult for Volkwagen to fire 1 lakh employees?
Volkswagen plans to fire one lakh employees, but is likely to face difficulties in executing the move. This is because the Volkswagen Law gives the state of Lower Saxony a 20% voting stake in Volkswagen, which carries with it the power to block major decisions. The law dictates that decisions requiring 3/4th majority must be passed by over 4/5th shareholders.
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11:18 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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Volkswagen plans to fire one lakh employees, but is likely to face difficulties in executing the move. This is because the Volkswagen Law gives the state of Lower Saxony a 20% voting stake in Volkswagen, which carries with it the power to block major decisions. The law dictates that decisions requiring 3/4th majority must be passed by over 4/5th shareholders.
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PM Modi to meet world’s oldest living land animal during Seychelles visit
During his three-day visit to Seychelles, PM Narendra Modi will meet Jonathan, the Aldabra giant tortoise who holds the Guinness World Record for being the world’s oldest living land animal. Jonathan, estimated to be around 194 years old, lives at the Seychelles National Botanical Gardens. PM Modi is visiting Seychelles as the Chief Guest for the country’s National Day celebrations.
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11:41 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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During his three-day visit to Seychelles, PM Narendra Modi will meet Jonathan, the Aldabra giant tortoise who holds the Guinness World Record for being the world’s oldest living land animal. Jonathan, estimated to be around 194 years old, lives at the Seychelles National Botanical Gardens. PM Modi is visiting Seychelles as the Chief Guest for the country’s National Day celebrations.
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Lukaku becomes Belgium’s all-time top FIFA World Cup goalscorer
Romelu Lukaku scored in the 86th minute against New Zealand in Belgium's Group G match at the FIFA World Cup 2026, helping his side secure a 5-1 victory. It was Lukaku's sixth goal in FIFA World Cup history, making him Belgium's all-time leading goalscorer in the tournament. The 33-year-old surpassed Marc Wilmots' previous record of five World Cup goals.
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11:40 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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Romelu Lukaku scored in the 86th minute against New Zealand in Belgium's Group G match at the FIFA World Cup 2026, helping his side secure a 5-1 victory. It was Lukaku's sixth goal in FIFA World Cup history, making him Belgium's all-time leading goalscorer in the tournament. The 33-year-old surpassed Marc Wilmots' previous record of five World Cup goals.
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Trump jokes about 'free rent', says he would dominate even as a communist
US President Donald Trump joked that he could be "the greatest communist in history" and easily win votes by promising free rent, free houses and free everything. Communism "destroys everything, but it's very easy to sell", he said. "The problem is, after two or three years, the country is a disaster area, the country fails, they always do," he added.
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11:35 am Saturday, 27 June 2026
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US President Donald Trump joked that he could be "the greatest communist in history" and easily win votes by promising free rent, free houses and free everything. Communism "destroys everything, but it's very easy to sell", he said. "The problem is, after two or three years, the country is a disaster area, the country fails, they always do," he added.
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