US' 250th Independence Day Parade in Washington cancelled due to extreme heat
America's flagship 250th Independence Day Parade, earlier scheduled for 10.30 am in Washington, DC, has been cancelled due to an extreme heat warning. Organisers said the decision was taken to ensure the safety of participants, spectators and staff as the heat index was forecast to reach 110°F-115°F in the District of Columbia. No alternative schedule has been announced.
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09:31 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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America's flagship 250th Independence Day Parade, earlier scheduled for 10.30 am in Washington, DC, has been cancelled due to an extreme heat warning. Organisers said the decision was taken to ensure the safety of participants, spectators and staff as the heat index was forecast to reach 110°F-115°F in the District of Columbia. No alternative schedule has been announced.
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'Alpha' opens to just ₹9 cr, records weakest opening in Spy Universe
Alia Bhatt's 'Alpha' opened to just ₹9 crore at the domestic box office, registering the weakest opening day collection in the YRF Spy Universe. Every other film in the franchise had debuted in the ₹32-57 crore range. Overseas, 'Alpha' earned only ₹5 crore, taking its worldwide opening day collection to ₹15.80 crore.
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09:31 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Alia Bhatt's 'Alpha' opened to just ₹9 crore at the domestic box office, registering the weakest opening day collection in the YRF Spy Universe. Every other film in the franchise had debuted in the ₹32-57 crore range. Overseas, 'Alpha' earned only ₹5 crore, taking its worldwide opening day collection to ₹15.80 crore.
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Who will face whom in FIFA World Cup Round of 16?
FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 concluded today, with 16 teams advancing to next round. Co-hosts Canada will face Morocco in the first Round of 16 match. Defending champions Argentina will face Egypt, while five-time champions Brazil will face Norway. Portugal will face Spain and 2022 runners-up France will face Paraguay. Co-hosts USA will face Belgium.
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09:56 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 concluded today, with 16 teams advancing to next round. Co-hosts Canada will face Morocco in the first Round of 16 match. Defending champions Argentina will face Egypt, while five-time champions Brazil will face Norway. Portugal will face Spain and 2022 runners-up France will face Paraguay. Co-hosts USA will face Belgium.
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Bihar Guv represents India at Khamenei's funeral, pays tribute
Special representatives of the Indian government, including Bihar Governor Lieutenant General (Retd) Syed Ata Hasnain and MoS for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita, paid tributes to Iran's former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran. Earlier, PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti and Congress leader Salman Khurshid also paid their respects. Several religious leaders from India also paid tribute to Khamenei.
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09:51 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Special representatives of the Indian government, including Bihar Governor Lieutenant General (Retd) Syed Ata Hasnain and MoS for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita, paid tributes to Iran's former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran. Earlier, PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti and Congress leader Salman Khurshid also paid their respects. Several religious leaders from India also paid tribute to Khamenei.
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30 security personnel killed in 'fidayeen' attack in Pakistan, BLA claims responsibility
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for a suicide bombing on a Pakistan Coast Guard camp in Balochistan’s Gwadar district. It claimed that more than 30 paramilitary personnel were killed and several others injured. The group said an explosives-laden vehicle targeted the Panwan base in Jiwani and released a video of the attack.
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09:47 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for a suicide bombing on a Pakistan Coast Guard camp in Balochistan’s Gwadar district. It claimed that more than 30 paramilitary personnel were killed and several others injured. The group said an explosives-laden vehicle targeted the Panwan base in Jiwani and released a video of the attack.
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Sunil Pal claims Samay Raina offered ₹25 lakh for India's Got Latent; latter rejects it
Comedian Sunil Pal, who had criticised Samay during India's Got Latent controversy, claimed he had turned down an offer of ₹25 lakh from Samay to appear on the show. Reacting to Sunil's claim, Samay took to his Instagram Stories and dismissed it as false. Sharing a screenshot of the news, Samay wrote, "Fake news...Sunil Pal ko ₹25 lakh? (laughing emojis)."
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10:13 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Comedian Sunil Pal, who had criticised Samay during India's Got Latent controversy, claimed he had turned down an offer of ₹25 lakh from Samay to appear on the show. Reacting to Sunil's claim, Samay took to his Instagram Stories and dismissed it as false. Sharing a screenshot of the news, Samay wrote, "Fake news...Sunil Pal ko ₹25 lakh? (laughing emojis)."
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Indians push & shove to buy discounted 'parwal' at US grocery store, video goes viral
A purported video showing Indians thronging a newly opened Indian grocery store in New Jersey, USA, has gone viral. The shoppers were seen pushing, shoving and scrambling reportedly to buy 'parwal' (pointed gourd) being sold at a discounted rate of $1.99/lb (₹419/kg). While some people compared the scenes to an Indian sabzi mandi, others compared parwal's prices in India.
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10:10 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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A purported video showing Indians thronging a newly opened Indian grocery store in New Jersey, USA, has gone viral. The shoppers were seen pushing, shoving and scrambling reportedly to buy 'parwal' (pointed gourd) being sold at a discounted rate of $1.99/lb (₹419/kg). While some people compared the scenes to an Indian sabzi mandi, others compared parwal's prices in India.
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10:10 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Reliance is now worth as much as India's top 5 IT firms
The combined market capitalisation of India's five largest IT firms, TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCLTech and Tech Mahindra, has dropped 46.2% from a record ₹33.71 lakh crore in August 2024 to ₹18.15 lakh crore, nearly matching Reliance Industries' ₹17.65 lakh crore valuation. RIL, India's most valuable company, is down 16.7% from its June 2024 peak of ₹21.19 lakh crore.
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10:08 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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The combined market capitalisation of India's five largest IT firms, TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCLTech and Tech Mahindra, has dropped 46.2% from a record ₹33.71 lakh crore in August 2024 to ₹18.15 lakh crore, nearly matching Reliance Industries' ₹17.65 lakh crore valuation. RIL, India's most valuable company, is down 16.7% from its June 2024 peak of ₹21.19 lakh crore.
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Meta can't rely on 'third-party content' excuse over child sexual abuse ads in India: Report
Meta cannot use 'third-party content' excuse as it gets summoned by IT Ministry over child sexual abuse ads on Instagram in India, PTI reported. A BBC investigation uncovered the advertisements, which led to a Telegram channel offering videos for ₹99. "If allegations are...true, [Meta] will be held accountable for the ads, for which [it] receives revenue," a source told PTI.
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10:04 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Meta cannot use 'third-party content' excuse as it gets summoned by IT Ministry over child sexual abuse ads on Instagram in India, PTI reported. A BBC investigation uncovered the advertisements, which led to a Telegram channel offering videos for ₹99. "If allegations are...true, [Meta] will be held accountable for the ads, for which [it] receives revenue," a source told PTI.
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Why does the US celebrate Independence Day on July 4?
Although the American colonies voted for independence from Britain on July 2, 1776, it's July 4 which became the symbol of US independence. After the July 2 vote, Continental Congress continued debating the draft of the Declaration of Independence, which outlined the colonies' reasons for breaking from Britain. Congress formally approved and adopted the final text on July 4, 1776.
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10:01 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Although the American colonies voted for independence from Britain on July 2, 1776, it's July 4 which became the symbol of US independence. After the July 2 vote, Continental Congress continued debating the draft of the Declaration of Independence, which outlined the colonies' reasons for breaking from Britain. Congress formally approved and adopted the final text on July 4, 1776.
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Trump's tariff relief move gets him exclusive gold ring with 321 diamonds from Belgium
Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC) presented a custom-made exclusive diamond ring to Donald Trump during the US' 250th anniversary celebrations in Brussels. This comes after Belgium secured "zero percent tariff" on Antwerp's polished diamond exports to the US, valued at over $2 billion annually. The ring features 321 diamonds, 56 sapphires, 13 emeralds and six rubies in 18-karat gold.
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10:21 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC) presented a custom-made exclusive diamond ring to Donald Trump during the US' 250th anniversary celebrations in Brussels. This comes after Belgium secured "zero percent tariff" on Antwerp's polished diamond exports to the US, valued at over $2 billion annually. The ring features 321 diamonds, 56 sapphires, 13 emeralds and six rubies in 18-karat gold.
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10:21 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Colombia remain unbeaten in FIFA World Cup 2026, reach Round of 16
Colombia qualified for the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after beating Ghana 1-0 on Saturday (IST). With the win, Colombia remained unbeaten in the tournament, having defeated Uzbekistan and DR Congo and drawn with Portugal in the group stage. Midfielder Jhon Arias scored the match's only goal in the 14th minute.
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10:16 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Colombia qualified for the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after beating Ghana 1-0 on Saturday (IST). With the win, Colombia remained unbeaten in the tournament, having defeated Uzbekistan and DR Congo and drawn with Portugal in the group stage. Midfielder Jhon Arias scored the match's only goal in the 14th minute.
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Alpha opens at ₹9.25 crore, lowest in YRF Spy Universe
Alpha, starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, collected ₹9.25 crore net in India on its opening day after releasing on July 3, marking the weakest debut in the YRF Spy Universe, behind films like Pathaan, Tiger 3 and War. The film earned ₹16.10 crore worldwide gross and now needs strong weekend growth after receiving mixed reviews.
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10:11 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Alpha, starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, collected ₹9.25 crore net in India on its opening day after releasing on July 3, marking the weakest debut in the YRF Spy Universe, behind films like Pathaan, Tiger 3 and War. The film earned ₹16.10 crore worldwide gross and now needs strong weekend growth after receiving mixed reviews.
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Fake news: Israel on report claiming its plot to kill Iran's Araghchi, Ghalibaf
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu's office dismissed a New York Times report as "fake news" and "a complete fabrication of reality". The NYT claimed US officials feared Israel might assassinate Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf during indirect talks following the April 8 ceasefire. US had asked regional countries to warn Iran, the NYT had claimed.
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10:43 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu's office dismissed a New York Times report as "fake news" and "a complete fabrication of reality". The NYT claimed US officials feared Israel might assassinate Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf during indirect talks following the April 8 ceasefire. US had asked regional countries to warn Iran, the NYT had claimed.
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Egypt head coach raises Palestine flag, dedicates win vs Australia to Palestinians
Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan raised the Palestine flag after Egypt qualified for the Round of 16 of FIFA World Cup 2026 by defeating Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout. "I’m dedicating this victory to...Egyptian people and...Palestinian people, those kind and honourable people," Hassan said. "May God grant them [Palestinians] victory, may God have mercy on their martyrs," he stated.
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10:41 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan raised the Palestine flag after Egypt qualified for the Round of 16 of FIFA World Cup 2026 by defeating Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout. "I’m dedicating this victory to...Egyptian people and...Palestinian people, those kind and honourable people," Hassan said. "May God grant them [Palestinians] victory, may God have mercy on their martyrs," he stated.
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England players allowed to take Viagra before World Cup clash against Mexico
England players have reportedly been allowed to take Viagra (Sildenafil), if needed, before their FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match against Mexico at Estadio Azteca. The drug could help manage altitude-related fatigue in Mexico City, which is 7,350 feet above sea level. Sildenafil is not banned by WADA and is permitted in competition for athletes.
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10:37 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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England players have reportedly been allowed to take Viagra (Sildenafil), if needed, before their FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match against Mexico at Estadio Azteca. The drug could help manage altitude-related fatigue in Mexico City, which is 7,350 feet above sea level. Sildenafil is not banned by WADA and is permitted in competition for athletes.
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India designates 23 Pakistan-based individuals as terrorists
The Centre on Saturday notified the designation of 23 Pakistan-based individuals as terrorists under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. The individuals are linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba and other terror organisations, the notification stated. They include Abdul Rauf, Hafiz Khalid Waleed and Rana Iftikhar, three close aides of Lashkar-e-Taiba founder Hafiz Saeed.
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10:59 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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The Centre on Saturday notified the designation of 23 Pakistan-based individuals as terrorists under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. The individuals are linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba and other terror organisations, the notification stated. They include Abdul Rauf, Hafiz Khalid Waleed and Rana Iftikhar, three close aides of Lashkar-e-Taiba founder Hafiz Saeed.
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Gave Iran a week off for Khamenei's funeral because we're nice: Trump
As Iran began a six-day funeral for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, US President Donald Trump said, "We gave them a week off for a funeral because we're nice." He added, "We knocked the hell out of Iran. They're dying to settle. They want to settle so badly." Khamenei was killed in the US-Israeli strikes on February 28.
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10:54 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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As Iran began a six-day funeral for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, US President Donald Trump said, "We gave them a week off for a funeral because we're nice." He added, "We knocked the hell out of Iran. They're dying to settle. They want to settle so badly." Khamenei was killed in the US-Israeli strikes on February 28.
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Delhi govt discontinues 'work from home' protocol that was launched to save fuel
The Delhi government has discontinued its protocol mandating two days work from home for staff, a decision which was taken after PM Narendra Modi urged Indians to conserve fuel amid the Middle East war. The government had altered office working hours and cut government vehicles' fuel allocation by 20%. The office timings have now been reinstated to 10:00 am-6:30 pm.
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10:48 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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The Delhi government has discontinued its protocol mandating two days work from home for staff, a decision which was taken after PM Narendra Modi urged Indians to conserve fuel amid the Middle East war. The government had altered office working hours and cut government vehicles' fuel allocation by 20%. The office timings have now been reinstated to 10:00 am-6:30 pm.
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CM said justice in 7 days, 2 months gone: RG Kar victim's mother who became BJP MLA
BJP MLA Ratna Debnath, mother of the RG Kar rape-murder victim, said West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari had promised justice for Abhaya within seven days of coming into power, but two months have passed. "The CM has kept most of his promises...I have faith in the government," she added. The case was a key BJP campaign issue against the TMC.
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11:04 am Saturday, 04 July 2026
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BJP MLA Ratna Debnath, mother of the RG Kar rape-murder victim, said West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari had promised justice for Abhaya within seven days of coming into power, but two months have passed. "The CM has kept most of his promises...I have faith in the government," she added. The case was a key BJP campaign issue against the TMC.
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