YMCA co-writer Victor Willis, lead singer of Village People, passes away
Village People's lead singer Victor Willis has passed away following a "short but aggressive illness" on Monday, the disco group stated. Willis was the co-writer of the band's iconic song YMCA, which was played throughout US President Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign. The song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2021.
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03:16 pm Wednesday, 01 July 2026
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Village People's lead singer Victor Willis has passed away following a "short but aggressive illness" on Monday, the disco group stated. Willis was the co-writer of the band's iconic song YMCA, which was played throughout US President Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign. The song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2021.
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India sees 5th-driest June in 126 years
India recorded its driest June in 12 years and the fifth-driest since 1901, according to the IMD. The country received 99.5 mm of rainfall against the normal 165.3 mm between June 1 and 30, leaving a 40% deficit. Since nationwide records began in 1901, only four years have seen June rainfall below 100 mm - 1905, 1926, 2009 and 2014.
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03:42 pm Wednesday, 01 July 2026
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India recorded its driest June in 12 years and the fifth-driest since 1901, according to the IMD. The country received 99.5 mm of rainfall against the normal 165.3 mm between June 1 and 30, leaving a 40% deficit. Since nationwide records began in 1901, only four years have seen June rainfall below 100 mm - 1905, 1926, 2009 and 2014.
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03:42 pm Wednesday, 01 July 2026
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IBPS PO recruitment 2026 begins for 6,715 vacancies
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has started the recruitment process for 6,715 Probationary Officer (PO) posts. Eligible and interested candidates can apply online through the official IBPS website from July 1, 2026, to July 21, 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 6,715 vacancies across 11 participating public sector banks.
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03:41 pm Wednesday, 01 July 2026
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The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has started the recruitment process for 6,715 Probationary Officer (PO) posts. Eligible and interested candidates can apply online through the official IBPS website from July 1, 2026, to July 21, 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 6,715 vacancies across 11 participating public sector banks.
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Mother holds bat of 11-yr-old killed after tree falls on bus in Mumbai, says 'he has to go play'
The mother of 11-year-old Vihan Shrivastav, who died after a tree fell on his school bus in Mumbai, sat holding his bat at their home. "She still keeps saying that Vihan has to go play cricket," the family's neighbour said. The neighbour added that Vihaan was her mother's whole world and she constantly worried about him.
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03:37 pm Wednesday, 01 July 2026
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The mother of 11-year-old Vihan Shrivastav, who died after a tree fell on his school bus in Mumbai, sat holding his bat at their home. "She still keeps saying that Vihan has to go play cricket," the family's neighbour said. The neighbour added that Vihaan was her mother's whole world and she constantly worried about him.
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Indian sailor who had all his organs missing died of cardiac arrest in Venezuela
Indian sailor Rakesh Chauhan, whose organs were found missing after his body was repatriated from Venezuela on June 4, died in early May. He reportedly died of cardiac arrest, though his family claimed his shipping company, Xfinity, had initially attributed his death to injuries from a fall aboard the ship. The FSUI, however, said no antemortem injuries were found.
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03:33 pm Wednesday, 01 July 2026
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Indian sailor Rakesh Chauhan, whose organs were found missing after his body was repatriated from Venezuela on June 4, died in early May. He reportedly died of cardiac arrest, though his family claimed his shipping company, Xfinity, had initially attributed his death to injuries from a fall aboard the ship. The FSUI, however, said no antemortem injuries were found.
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Iran using 'Persian trick' in peace talks: US
US Vice President JD Vance has said, "One of the things that I find both interesting and frustrating about Iranians is they'll say no, there are no peace talks going on, but then there are technical negotiations going on between Washington and Tehran about a peace deal." "It's a negotiating tactic or Persian trick that I don't understand," he added.
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News By: Ankush Verma
03:31 pm Wednesday, 01 July 2026
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US Vice President JD Vance has said, "One of the things that I find both interesting and frustrating about Iranians is they'll say no, there are no peace talks going on, but then there are technical negotiations going on between Washington and Tehran about a peace deal." "It's a negotiating tactic or Persian trick that I don't understand," he added.
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Israel's pursuit of 'total victory' against Iran 'never ends': Netanyahu
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel's pursuit of "total victory" against Iran and its proxies "never ends". He said, "Israel is stronger than it has ever been," adding, "We've more work to do...We'll take care of what is left of the Iranian axis." Netanyahu also said Israel could strike Iran again "if necessary" to stop it from acquiring nuclear weapons.
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03:30 pm Wednesday, 01 July 2026
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Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel's pursuit of "total victory" against Iran and its proxies "never ends". He said, "Israel is stronger than it has ever been," adding, "We've more work to do...We'll take care of what is left of the Iranian axis." Netanyahu also said Israel could strike Iran again "if necessary" to stop it from acquiring nuclear weapons.
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Most theft at Ram Temple done by Lavkush & Anukalp Mishra: Report
Anukalp Mishra and his brother-in-law, Lavkush Mishra, who have been arrested over the alleged theft of donation money from Ayodhya's Ram Temple, were involved in most of the alleged embezzlement at the temple, Times Now reported. The embezzlement levels reportedly increased following the Mahakumbh Mela. The religious gathering was held in Prayagraj from January 13 to February 26, 2025.
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03:54 pm Wednesday, 01 July 2026
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Anukalp Mishra and his brother-in-law, Lavkush Mishra, who have been arrested over the alleged theft of donation money from Ayodhya's Ram Temple, were involved in most of the alleged embezzlement at the temple, Times Now reported. The embezzlement levels reportedly increased following the Mahakumbh Mela. The religious gathering was held in Prayagraj from January 13 to February 26, 2025.
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Kerala Cricket Association lifts 3-year ban on Sreesanth
The Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) on Wednesday revoked former India pacer S Sreesanth's three-year ban after he issued an unconditional apology and expressed regret for allegedly defamatory remarks. The ban, imposed before last year's Kerala Cricket League (KCL), followed his criticism of KCA over Sanju Samson's omission from India's Champions Trophy 2025 squad.
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03:50 pm Wednesday, 01 July 2026
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The Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) on Wednesday revoked former India pacer S Sreesanth's three-year ban after he issued an unconditional apology and expressed regret for allegedly defamatory remarks. The ban, imposed before last year's Kerala Cricket League (KCL), followed his criticism of KCA over Sanju Samson's omission from India's Champions Trophy 2025 squad.
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How Alia Bhatt transformed her body for Alpha: Inside her fitness
Ahead of Alpha's July 3 release, Alia Bhatt shared a glimpse of her intense morning workout, captioning it, "alpha morning routine with fire & rage." Her training includes battle ropes, box jumps, treadmill runs, overhead squats, push-ups, rowing, landmine exercises, medicine ball presses and lat pulldowns, showcasing the rigorous fitness regime behind her action transformation.
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Ahead of Alpha's July 3 release, Alia Bhatt shared a glimpse of her intense morning workout, captioning it, "alpha morning routine with fire & rage." Her training includes battle ropes, box jumps, treadmill runs, overhead squats, push-ups, rowing, landmine exercises, medicine ball presses and lat pulldowns, showcasing the rigorous fitness regime behind her action transformation.
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Pakistani leader Bilawal Bhutto gives 'nuclear' warning to India over Indus water
Amid panic in Pakistan over India's suspension of Indus Waters Treaty, Pakistani leader Bilawal Bhutto cited Pakistan's nuclear doctrine, which rejects 'no first use' policy. "A key aspect of Pakistan's nuclear doctrine is that attempts to strangle the country's economy or restrict its waterways fall among the rare scenarios that Pakistan has said could trigger a nuclear response," he said.
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03:47 pm Wednesday, 01 July 2026
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Amid panic in Pakistan over India's suspension of Indus Waters Treaty, Pakistani leader Bilawal Bhutto cited Pakistan's nuclear doctrine, which rejects 'no first use' policy. "A key aspect of Pakistan's nuclear doctrine is that attempts to strangle the country's economy or restrict its waterways fall among the rare scenarios that Pakistan has said could trigger a nuclear response," he said.
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Ecuador's Hincapié sent off for covering mouth during World Cup knockout match
Ecuador defender Piero Hincapié was shown red card for covering his mouth during his team's FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match against Mexico. The 24-year-old became the second footballer to be sent off in the ongoing tournament for covering his mouth while confronting an opponent. Paraguay winger Miguel Almirón was sent off for same offence in the group stage.
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04:13 pm Wednesday, 01 July 2026
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Ecuador defender Piero Hincapié was shown red card for covering his mouth during his team's FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match against Mexico. The 24-year-old became the second footballer to be sent off in the ongoing tournament for covering his mouth while confronting an opponent. Paraguay winger Miguel Almirón was sent off for same offence in the group stage.
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Explosive diarrhoea outbreak hits US
A parasite that causes explosive diarrhoea has spread across 17 states in the US. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the outbreak has affected 145 people between the ages of five and 86. The parasite, Cyclospora cayetanensis, causes cyclosporiasis, a foodborne illness that leads to explosive diarrhoea, severe stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and fatigue.
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04:11 pm Wednesday, 01 July 2026
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A parasite that causes explosive diarrhoea has spread across 17 states in the US. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the outbreak has affected 145 people between the ages of five and 86. The parasite, Cyclospora cayetanensis, causes cyclosporiasis, a foodborne illness that leads to explosive diarrhoea, severe stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and fatigue.
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Mahua Moitra attacked with eggs
TMC MP Mahua Moitra shared a video showing a crowd gathered outside a building and hurling eggs at her. In the video, she also showed herself covered in eggs after the attack. "See how I have been hit through the window. Look the policemen are just standing," she said while claiming that the attackers are affiliated with BJP.
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04:11 pm Wednesday, 01 July 2026
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TMC MP Mahua Moitra shared a video showing a crowd gathered outside a building and hurling eggs at her. In the video, she also showed herself covered in eggs after the attack. "See how I have been hit through the window. Look the policemen are just standing," she said while claiming that the attackers are affiliated with BJP.
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Russia secretly sent troops to China for military training: Report
Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov had approved sending Russian troops secretly to China for military training, Reuters reported. The Russian forces were trained in radiological, biological and chemical warfare at China's People's Liberation Army facilities. China's foreign ministry denied the report, calling the allegations unfounded and reiterating its "neutral" stance in the Ukraine war.
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04:10 pm Wednesday, 01 July 2026
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Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov had approved sending Russian troops secretly to China for military training, Reuters reported. The Russian forces were trained in radiological, biological and chemical warfare at China's People's Liberation Army facilities. China's foreign ministry denied the report, calling the allegations unfounded and reiterating its "neutral" stance in the Ukraine war.
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Govt approves 6-lane Dwarka tunnel project to decongest traffic in Delhi
Union Cabinet has approved a six-lane Dwarka tunnel project worth ₹6,969.67 crore to decongest traffic in Delhi. The 8.1-km project will connect Dwarka Expressway (NH 248-BB) with Vasant Kunj in South Delhi. It'll benefit people commuting from Gurugram, Dwarka, IGI Airport, and West Delhi towards South Delhi. The project also includes a proposed elevated corridor between AIIMS and Mahipalpur.
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04:08 pm Wednesday, 01 July 2026
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Union Cabinet has approved a six-lane Dwarka tunnel project worth ₹6,969.67 crore to decongest traffic in Delhi. The 8.1-km project will connect Dwarka Expressway (NH 248-BB) with Vasant Kunj in South Delhi. It'll benefit people commuting from Gurugram, Dwarka, IGI Airport, and West Delhi towards South Delhi. The project also includes a proposed elevated corridor between AIIMS and Mahipalpur.
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Over 150 Japanese business leaders to accompany Japanese PM to India
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi has departed for India to participate in the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit in Delhi from July 1-3. Over 150 representatives of the Japanese business community will participate in the summit, she said before leaving. "I look forward to having thorough discussions with PM Modi on efforts to realise a Free and Open Indo-Pacific (FOIP)," she added.
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04:05 pm Wednesday, 01 July 2026
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Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi has departed for India to participate in the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit in Delhi from July 1-3. Over 150 representatives of the Japanese business community will participate in the summit, she said before leaving. "I look forward to having thorough discussions with PM Modi on efforts to realise a Free and Open Indo-Pacific (FOIP)," she added.
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PS6 may cost double the PS5: Report
Sony's PlayStation 6 could reportedly launch at a price of $1,100-$1,200 (around ₹1.05 lakh-₹1.14 lakh) before taxes in India. The PS6, which is expected to launch in 2028, currently has a Bill of Materials (BoM) of around $1,000 (over ₹95,000), according to hardware leaker KeplerL2. Notably, the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition was launched in India at ₹49,990.
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News By: Pravel Jain
04:25 pm Wednesday, 01 July 2026
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Sony's PlayStation 6 could reportedly launch at a price of $1,100-$1,200 (around ₹1.05 lakh-₹1.14 lakh) before taxes in India. The PS6, which is expected to launch in 2028, currently has a Bill of Materials (BoM) of around $1,000 (over ₹95,000), according to hardware leaker KeplerL2. Notably, the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition was launched in India at ₹49,990.
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Son Heung-min gets warm reception despite South Korea's WC exit
South Korea captain Son Heung-min received a warm welcome from fans at Incheon International Airport despite the team's FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage exit. Supporters chanted, "You worked hard" and "Don't bow your heads." In contrast, coach Hong Myung-bo faced a hostile reception before stepping down following South Korea's disappointing campaign.
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04:24 pm Wednesday, 01 July 2026
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South Korea captain Son Heung-min received a warm welcome from fans at Incheon International Airport despite the team's FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage exit. Supporters chanted, "You worked hard" and "Don't bow your heads." In contrast, coach Hong Myung-bo faced a hostile reception before stepping down following South Korea's disappointing campaign.
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'Maa Inti Bangaaram' becomes highest-earning women-led Telugu film
Samantha Ruth Prabhu's latest action film, 'Maa Inti Bangaaram', has become the highest-grossing women-led Telugu film of all time. According to Sacnilk, the film has earned ₹83.12 crore so far and has surpassed the ₹70 crore lifetime collection of the Anushka Shetty-starrer 'Arundhati', which has held the record for 17 years. The film was reportedly made on a ₹20-crore budget.
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News By: Ishita Ranganath
04:21 pm Wednesday, 01 July 2026
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Samantha Ruth Prabhu's latest action film, 'Maa Inti Bangaaram', has become the highest-grossing women-led Telugu film of all time. According to Sacnilk, the film has earned ₹83.12 crore so far and has surpassed the ₹70 crore lifetime collection of the Anushka Shetty-starrer 'Arundhati', which has held the record for 17 years. The film was reportedly made on a ₹20-crore budget.
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