WhatsApp to charge businesses on per-token basis for using AI agents form August 1
Meta announced that it will charge WhatsApp Business users on a per-token basis for the use of its AI agent Meta Business Agent starting August 1. A global rate of $2 (₹190) per million tokens will be imposed. “One message typically consumes about 20,000-25,000 tokens,” it added. Moreover, it will bring back per-message charges for service messages from October 1.
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03:14 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Meta announced that it will charge WhatsApp Business users on a per-token basis for the use of its AI agent Meta Business Agent starting August 1. A global rate of $2 (₹190) per million tokens will be imposed. “One message typically consumes about 20,000-25,000 tokens,” it added. Moreover, it will bring back per-message charges for service messages from October 1.
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UN slams Pakistan over reconstruction at Taxila world heritage site, issues warning
The United Nations (UN) has criticised Pakistan over conservation work at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Taxila. UN warned Pakistan to reverse "reconstruction" at the Mohra Moradu and Sirkap archaeological sites or risk losing Taxila's World Heritage status. Photos showed new stonework replacing parts of ancient walls, while reconstruction increased the height of several structures.
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03:11 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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The United Nations (UN) has criticised Pakistan over conservation work at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Taxila. UN warned Pakistan to reverse "reconstruction" at the Mohra Moradu and Sirkap archaeological sites or risk losing Taxila's World Heritage status. Photos showed new stonework replacing parts of ancient walls, while reconstruction increased the height of several structures.
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Uttarakhand scraps Madrasa Board, becomes 1st state to do so
Uttarakhand has become the first state in India to abolish its statutory Madrasa Board and replace it with the Uttarakhand State Authority for Minority Education (USAME). Unlike the earlier board, which oversaw only madrasas, USAME will regulate educational institutions run by all six notified minority communities. The state currently has 452 registered madrasas and recently sealed more than 200.
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03:09 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Uttarakhand has become the first state in India to abolish its statutory Madrasa Board and replace it with the Uttarakhand State Authority for Minority Education (USAME). Unlike the earlier board, which oversaw only madrasas, USAME will regulate educational institutions run by all six notified minority communities. The state currently has 452 registered madrasas and recently sealed more than 200.
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Delhi mandates Work From Home for 50% employees in winters every year to control pollution
Delhi government has mandated 50% of employees in government and private offices to work from home from November 1 to January 31 every year to control pollution in the national capital. Delhi government offices will operate from 10 am to 6:30 pm during the period. Private firms have been directed to promote carpooling, ride-sharing, and greater use of public transport.
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03:09 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Delhi government has mandated 50% of employees in government and private offices to work from home from November 1 to January 31 every year to control pollution in the national capital. Delhi government offices will operate from 10 am to 6:30 pm during the period. Private firms have been directed to promote carpooling, ride-sharing, and greater use of public transport.
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Ethanol blending in petrol began under UPA govt: BJP amid rising concerns
Amid concerns over ethanol-blended petrol, BJP's Amit Malviya said the programme was initiated under the UPA government. A pilot blending programme was launched in 2001 with the official Gazette notification in 2013, he said. "E5 (5% ethanol blending) was rolled out across multiple states by 2006," Malviya informed, adding that "Public debate should be informed by facts, not selective matters."
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03:01 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Amid concerns over ethanol-blended petrol, BJP's Amit Malviya said the programme was initiated under the UPA government. A pilot blending programme was launched in 2001 with the official Gazette notification in 2013, he said. "E5 (5% ethanol blending) was rolled out across multiple states by 2006," Malviya informed, adding that "Public debate should be informed by facts, not selective matters."
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4 years since Bumrah broke world record for scoring most runs in an over in a Test match
India pacer Jasprit Bumrah broke the world record for scoring most runs in an over in a Test on July 2, 2022. He scored 29 runs off England pacer Stuart Broad's over in first innings of Edgbaston Test. Bumrah slammed four fours and two sixes, and took a single. Broad conceded 35 runs in the over, including six extras.
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03:01 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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India pacer Jasprit Bumrah broke the world record for scoring most runs in an over in a Test on July 2, 2022. He scored 29 runs off England pacer Stuart Broad's over in first innings of Edgbaston Test. Bumrah slammed four fours and two sixes, and took a single. Broad conceded 35 runs in the over, including six extras.
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03:01 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Mexico fans' celebration after World Cup win over Ecuador triggers 'earthquake'
Mexico fans celebrating their 2-0 World Cup win over Ecuador caused ground vibrations that were detected by a nearby seismic station, reports said. The activity was described as an artificial seismic signal. The artificial tremors were reportedly caused by fans jumping and cheering near Estadio Azteca in Mexico City after Mexico reached the Round of 16.
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03:28 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Mexico fans celebrating their 2-0 World Cup win over Ecuador caused ground vibrations that were detected by a nearby seismic station, reports said. The activity was described as an artificial seismic signal. The artificial tremors were reportedly caused by fans jumping and cheering near Estadio Azteca in Mexico City after Mexico reached the Round of 16.
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What happens if individual misses BLO's home visit during SIR exercise?
If a Booth Level Officer (BLO) finds a house locked during the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR), the voter's name is not removed automatically. Under the guidelines, the BLO must make at least three visits before marking verification as incomplete. The officer may also leave the enumeration form at the residence and then follow-up visits will also be made.
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News By: Girish Kumar Anshul
03:26 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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If a Booth Level Officer (BLO) finds a house locked during the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR), the voter's name is not removed automatically. Under the guidelines, the BLO must make at least three visits before marking verification as incomplete. The officer may also leave the enumeration form at the residence and then follow-up visits will also be made.
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03:26 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Ayodhya lawyers file complaint against Champat Rai in Ram Temple donation case
Members of Faizabad Bar Association filed a complaint with the Ayodhya police in connection with the alleged theft of donations from the Ram Temple. The complaint names former Ram Mandir Trust General Secretary Champat Rai, former temple trustee Anil Mishra, and temple administrator Gopal Rao. Around 80-90 lawyers marched to the police station, chanting "Jai Shree Ram" slogans, News18 reported.
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03:22 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Members of Faizabad Bar Association filed a complaint with the Ayodhya police in connection with the alleged theft of donations from the Ram Temple. The complaint names former Ram Mandir Trust General Secretary Champat Rai, former temple trustee Anil Mishra, and temple administrator Gopal Rao. Around 80-90 lawyers marched to the police station, chanting "Jai Shree Ram" slogans, News18 reported.
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Why doesn't Champat Rai's resignation end his role in Ram Mandir Trust?
Champat Rai, who resigned as Ram Mandir Trust's General Secretary amid the alleged donation theft row, will continue as a member of trust even if his resignation is accepted. Under the trust's by-laws, a two-thirds majority is required to approve a resignation, and an office-bearer can only be relieved of their post and responsibilities. Rai resigned on June 27.
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News By: Girish Kumar Anshul
03:21 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Champat Rai, who resigned as Ram Mandir Trust's General Secretary amid the alleged donation theft row, will continue as a member of trust even if his resignation is accepted. Under the trust's by-laws, a two-thirds majority is required to approve a resignation, and an office-bearer can only be relieved of their post and responsibilities. Rai resigned on June 27.
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Siri responds to Assalamualaikum, but not to Jai Shri Ram: Hindu groups seek action against Apple
Hindu groups, including Bajrang Dal and VHP, have written to MP CM Mohan Yadav seeking action against Apple, alleging religious discrimination by voice assistant Siri. "Siri responds to 'Assalamualaikum' but remains silent when the user says 'Jai Shri Ram' or 'Jai Shri Mahakaal'...People buy iPhones even on loans...yet the company is not respecting our culture," a right-wing worker said.
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03:20 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Hindu groups, including Bajrang Dal and VHP, have written to MP CM Mohan Yadav seeking action against Apple, alleging religious discrimination by voice assistant Siri. "Siri responds to 'Assalamualaikum' but remains silent when the user says 'Jai Shri Ram' or 'Jai Shri Mahakaal'...People buy iPhones even on loans...yet the company is not respecting our culture," a right-wing worker said.
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Rajasthan Forest Guard arrested for using proxy in 2022 exam
A Rajasthan Forest Guard has been arrested for allegedly securing the job by using a proxy candidate in the 2022 recruitment exam. The accused is said to have bypassed the examination process through fraud. Police have launched a probe into the case as part of a wider investigation into recruitment irregularities.
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03:20 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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A Rajasthan Forest Guard has been arrested for allegedly securing the job by using a proxy candidate in the 2022 recruitment exam. The accused is said to have bypassed the examination process through fraud. Police have launched a probe into the case as part of a wider investigation into recruitment irregularities.
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AI adoption linked to higher hiring, counters fears of widespread job losses: Study
New research by financial operations firm Ramp has found that AI-embracing companies have increased hiring, countering predictions that AI adoption will rapidly eliminate jobs. It found that firms that adopt AI grow headcount by 10.2% over the two years following adoption. At the companies making the largest AI investments, entry-level headcount grew 12% over the two years following adoption.
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03:18 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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New research by financial operations firm Ramp has found that AI-embracing companies have increased hiring, countering predictions that AI adoption will rapidly eliminate jobs. It found that firms that adopt AI grow headcount by 10.2% over the two years following adoption. At the companies making the largest AI investments, entry-level headcount grew 12% over the two years following adoption.
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I'll row down River Mersey if Norway reach FIFA WC quarters: Rooney
Former England striker Wayne Rooney has backed Brazil to win their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match against Norway. "If Norway get to the quarter-finals, I will go in the River Mersey and I will row down it," he said. Notably, Norway fans and players' 'Viking Row' celebration at this year’s tournament has gone viral.
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03:42 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Former England striker Wayne Rooney has backed Brazil to win their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match against Norway. "If Norway get to the quarter-finals, I will go in the River Mersey and I will row down it," he said. Notably, Norway fans and players' 'Viking Row' celebration at this year’s tournament has gone viral.
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03:42 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Man drowns after falling into open manhole amid heavy rain in Mumbai
A 60-year-old man died after falling into an open manhole during maintenance work amid heavy rain in Mumbai's Sakinaka area, officials said. The incident reportedly occurred when the man, who was allegedly talking on his mobile phone while walking, accidentally stepped into the open manhole. Contract workers immediately searched for him, but only his umbrella and slippers were recovered.
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03:40 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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A 60-year-old man died after falling into an open manhole during maintenance work amid heavy rain in Mumbai's Sakinaka area, officials said. The incident reportedly occurred when the man, who was allegedly talking on his mobile phone while walking, accidentally stepped into the open manhole. Contract workers immediately searched for him, but only his umbrella and slippers were recovered.
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I'm deeply remorseful: Cinematographer Pratik on sexual misconduct allegations
'Homebound' cinematographer Pratik Shah has apologised after being accused of sexual misconduct in 2025. "I am deeply remorseful for the mistakes I made and the hurt that I have caused," said Pratik, adding, "I operated out of insecurity and a misguided yearning for validation...I regret that I didn't stop to consider the power I wielded as a person of privilege."
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03:40 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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'Homebound' cinematographer Pratik Shah has apologised after being accused of sexual misconduct in 2025. "I am deeply remorseful for the mistakes I made and the hurt that I have caused," said Pratik, adding, "I operated out of insecurity and a misguided yearning for validation...I regret that I didn't stop to consider the power I wielded as a person of privilege."
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03:40 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Fire me if we lose Asian Cup: Honda as he offers to become Japan head coach
Ex-Japan footballer Keisuke Honda expressed his interest in becoming the country's next head coach after Japan were eliminated from FIFA World Cup 2026. Honda said, "They're offering current coach Hajime Moriyasu a one-year contract extension...why not try me...If we lose Asian Cup, you can fire me without any questions asked." Japan lost to Brazil 1-2 in the Round of 32.
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03:28 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Ex-Japan footballer Keisuke Honda expressed his interest in becoming the country's next head coach after Japan were eliminated from FIFA World Cup 2026. Honda said, "They're offering current coach Hajime Moriyasu a one-year contract extension...why not try me...If we lose Asian Cup, you can fire me without any questions asked." Japan lost to Brazil 1-2 in the Round of 32.
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03:28 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Police officer knocks glasses, misbehaves with people at Pune cafe; suspended
Pune Police Sub-Inspector Sandeep Kadam, posted at Deccan Police Station, was suspended after CCTV footage showed him entering a cafe, knocking over coffee glasses and food items with his baton, and misbehaving with staff and customers after midnight. His conduct damaged the image of the police force, Additional CP Rajesh Bansode said. It's unclear what led to PSI Kadam's actions.
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03:58 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Pune Police Sub-Inspector Sandeep Kadam, posted at Deccan Police Station, was suspended after CCTV footage showed him entering a cafe, knocking over coffee glasses and food items with his baton, and misbehaving with staff and customers after midnight. His conduct damaged the image of the police force, Additional CP Rajesh Bansode said. It's unclear what led to PSI Kadam's actions.
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India, Japan sign key pacts on AI, semiconductors and batteries
India and Japan signed pacts on Thursday to boost cooperation in artificial intelligence, metals and energy and prepared a joint roadmap for economic security. Both countries will advance cooperation in battery manufacturing, EV ecosystem, mineral exploration and medical devices sector. The India-Japan Biogas Initiative will help to establish 1,000 biogas and organic fertiliser plants in India.
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03:58 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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India and Japan signed pacts on Thursday to boost cooperation in artificial intelligence, metals and energy and prepared a joint roadmap for economic security. Both countries will advance cooperation in battery manufacturing, EV ecosystem, mineral exploration and medical devices sector. The India-Japan Biogas Initiative will help to establish 1,000 biogas and organic fertiliser plants in India.
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Zeta's Turakhia launches AI work platform with ₹288 cr investment
Serial entrepreneur and Zeta co-founder Bhavin Turakhia launched Neo, an AI-native enterprise work platform, backed by a $30-million personal investment. Neo comprises an AI assistant, a project management tool, workspace for documents and file-sharing platform. It is model-agnostic, allowing enterprises to switch between AI models rather than being tied to a single provider.
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03:56 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Serial entrepreneur and Zeta co-founder Bhavin Turakhia launched Neo, an AI-native enterprise work platform, backed by a $30-million personal investment. Neo comprises an AI assistant, a project management tool, workspace for documents and file-sharing platform. It is model-agnostic, allowing enterprises to switch between AI models rather than being tied to a single provider.
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