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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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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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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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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A terrorist is a terrorist: India at UN
During the adoption of Ninth Review of the UN Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy, India asserted that there's no justification for terrorism. "A terrorist, is a terrorist!! We must work hand in hand to root out the murderous ideology without finding any grievance to justify terrorism," it added. It also called on everyone to "reject double standards in counter-terrorism".
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03:53 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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During the adoption of Ninth Review of the UN Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy, India asserted that there's no justification for terrorism. "A terrorist, is a terrorist!! We must work hand in hand to root out the murderous ideology without finding any grievance to justify terrorism," it added. It also called on everyone to "reject double standards in counter-terrorism".
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Fake international call centre busted in Lucknow, 119 arrested
A fake international call centre allegedly involved in cyber fraud targeting foreign nationals was busted in Lucknow on Wednesday evening, police said. During the raid, 119 people were arrested, and 100 laptops, 178 mobiles, other digital devices, and documents were seized. The call centre allegedly cheated victims through technical support scams and various inducements using the 'Dollar App'.
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03:49 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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A fake international call centre allegedly involved in cyber fraud targeting foreign nationals was busted in Lucknow on Wednesday evening, police said. During the raid, 119 people were arrested, and 100 laptops, 178 mobiles, other digital devices, and documents were seized. The call centre allegedly cheated victims through technical support scams and various inducements using the 'Dollar App'.
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Germany scraps sick leave over phone
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Thursday announced an overhaul of labour policies, requiring workers to submit a medical certificate from the first day of illness. The move ends the current system allowing employees to report sick by phone. “We know this is a tough decision, but we can no longer afford the competitive disadvantage caused by prolonged absences,” Merz said.
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04:12 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Thursday announced an overhaul of labour policies, requiring workers to submit a medical certificate from the first day of illness. The move ends the current system allowing employees to report sick by phone. “We know this is a tough decision, but we can no longer afford the competitive disadvantage caused by prolonged absences,” Merz said.
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Shahid refused outdoor shoot in Delhi without air purifiers, he's 'manmauji': 'Cocktail 2' crew
During the 'Cocktail 2' shoot in Delhi-NCR, actor Shahid Kapoor reportedly refused to step out of his vanity van due to hazardous pollution levels, with the city's AQI soaring beyond 500. Line producer Sumit Tyagi claimed the crew arranged five to six indoor air purifiers despite the outdoor shoot in Gurugram's Cyber City. He further described Shahid as "Manmauji (moody)".
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04:09 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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During the 'Cocktail 2' shoot in Delhi-NCR, actor Shahid Kapoor reportedly refused to step out of his vanity van due to hazardous pollution levels, with the city's AQI soaring beyond 500. Line producer Sumit Tyagi claimed the crew arranged five to six indoor air purifiers despite the outdoor shoot in Gurugram's Cyber City. He further described Shahid as "Manmauji (moody)".
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Skyroot sets July 12-Aug 4 launch window for India's 1st private orbital rocket
Skyroot Aerospace said it's preparing for the launch of its Vikram-1 rocket, marking the first attempt by an Indian private company to place a satellite in orbit. It has set a July 12–August 4 launch window for the maiden flight from Satish Dhawan Space Centre. The launch vehicle can carry payloads of up to 350 kilograms into low Earth orbit.
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04:08 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Skyroot Aerospace said it's preparing for the launch of its Vikram-1 rocket, marking the first attempt by an Indian private company to place a satellite in orbit. It has set a July 12–August 4 launch window for the maiden flight from Satish Dhawan Space Centre. The launch vehicle can carry payloads of up to 350 kilograms into low Earth orbit.
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How will mandatory PF contribution's ₹1,800 cap affect employees?
EPFO's new rules dictate that employers can mandatorily deduct only up to ₹1,800/month from employees' salaries for PF contributions. This means that any contribution from the employee above ₹1,800/month is voluntary, which the company isn't bound to match unless the employment contract states so. If an employee is already contributing more than ₹1,800/month, their contribution remains unchanged.
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News By: Bhawana Chaudhary
04:01 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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EPFO's new rules dictate that employers can mandatorily deduct only up to ₹1,800/month from employees' salaries for PF contributions. This means that any contribution from the employee above ₹1,800/month is voluntary, which the company isn't bound to match unless the employment contract states so. If an employee is already contributing more than ₹1,800/month, their contribution remains unchanged.
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Stebin Ben backs Kriti Sanon's freedom to marry when ready
Amid rumours about Kriti Sanon's relationship with businessman Kabir Bahia, singer Stebin Ben said people should allow the actress to choose when to marry. In an interview, he said, "She is doing exceptionally good in her career," and urged everyone to "give her time and freedom."
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03:58 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Amid rumours about Kriti Sanon's relationship with businessman Kabir Bahia, singer Stebin Ben said people should allow the actress to choose when to marry. In an interview, he said, "She is doing exceptionally good in her career," and urged everyone to "give her time and freedom."
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Badrinath Highway closed, rafting banned in Rishikesh amid rains in U'khand
Badrinath Highway was blocked by landslides, and rafting was banned in Rishikesh as heavy rain lashed several parts of Uttarakhand. The route from Dehradun to Song River dam also remained closed for hours after large boulders and debris fell onto the road. All eight helicopter services to Kedarnath Temple have been suspended until July 5 due to adverse weather conditions.
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04:29 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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Badrinath Highway was blocked by landslides, and rafting was banned in Rishikesh as heavy rain lashed several parts of Uttarakhand. The route from Dehradun to Song River dam also remained closed for hours after large boulders and debris fell onto the road. All eight helicopter services to Kedarnath Temple have been suspended until July 5 due to adverse weather conditions.
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04:29 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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NASA tool shows 5 photos Hubble Space Telescope took on your birthday
NASA has launched an expanded edition of its 'What Did Hubble See on Your Birthday?' tool to mark America's 250th birthday week. Users can enter their birth date and now discover five images captured by Hubble Space Telescope on that day. The feature was originally launched in 2020.
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04:27 pm Thursday, 02 July 2026
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NASA has launched an expanded edition of its 'What Did Hubble See on Your Birthday?' tool to mark America's 250th birthday week. Users can enter their birth date and now discover five images captured by Hubble Space Telescope on that day. The feature was originally launched in 2020.
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