We approve of no-cut version: Wife of Khalra, whose life inspired 'Satluj'
Human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra's wife, Paramjit Kaur Khalra, approved of 'Satluj', based on Jaswant's life, which released on OTT. "This is the same original version that was first screened for our family," Paramjit wrote, adding, "Despite...repeated attempts to make changes, the film's original spirit and truth have been preserved." The film faced 3-year delay over CBFC certification.
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News By: Ishita Ranganath
04:12 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra's wife, Paramjit Kaur Khalra, approved of 'Satluj', based on Jaswant's life, which released on OTT. "This is the same original version that was first screened for our family," Paramjit wrote, adding, "Despite...repeated attempts to make changes, the film's original spirit and truth have been preserved." The film faced 3-year delay over CBFC certification.
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04:12 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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IRDAI may revise insurance commissions to curb mis-selling: Report
The IRDAI is planning to revise insurance commission payouts to curb mis-selling, Reuters reported. The regulator proposes paying distributors commissions over the life of a policy instead of making large upfront payments. The move also aims to reduce distribution costs and align India's insurance sector with global markets such as the US, the UK and Europe.
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04:06 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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The IRDAI is planning to revise insurance commission payouts to curb mis-selling, Reuters reported. The regulator proposes paying distributors commissions over the life of a policy instead of making large upfront payments. The move also aims to reduce distribution costs and align India's insurance sector with global markets such as the US, the UK and Europe.
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Monsoon Session to begin from July 20, end on August 12
Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju announced the commencement of the Monsoon Session, saying, "The Session will commence on 20 July, 2026 and continue till 13 August, 2026 for meaningful debate, discussion and decisions." He added that President Droupadi Murmu has approved the government's recommendation to summon both Houses of Parliament for the Monsoon Session.
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04:27 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju announced the commencement of the Monsoon Session, saying, "The Session will commence on 20 July, 2026 and continue till 13 August, 2026 for meaningful debate, discussion and decisions." He added that President Droupadi Murmu has approved the government's recommendation to summon both Houses of Parliament for the Monsoon Session.
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04:27 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Capgemini employees weren't allowed to enter daycare where toddlers were abused
Officials investigating the alleged abuse of toddlers at Capgemini's Bengaluru daycare said parents appeared to be completely unaware of the incidents. They added that Capgemini employees were not allowed inside the daycare facility, which may have helped keep the alleged abuse hidden. The global IT firm has temporarily shut down the facility.
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04:24 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Officials investigating the alleged abuse of toddlers at Capgemini's Bengaluru daycare said parents appeared to be completely unaware of the incidents. They added that Capgemini employees were not allowed inside the daycare facility, which may have helped keep the alleged abuse hidden. The global IT firm has temporarily shut down the facility.
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04:24 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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NASA launches spacecraft to prevent its observatory from falling to Earth
NASA on Friday launched the LINK spacecraft to rescue the Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory from falling back to Earth. The spacecraft will use three robotic arms to capture the observatory and lift it to a safer orbit. The Swift Observatory detects some of the universe's most powerful explosions and has dropped from its original 600-km orbit to around 360 km.
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04:22 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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NASA on Friday launched the LINK spacecraft to rescue the Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory from falling back to Earth. The spacecraft will use three robotic arms to capture the observatory and lift it to a safer orbit. The Swift Observatory detects some of the universe's most powerful explosions and has dropped from its original 600-km orbit to around 360 km.
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04:22 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Cleaner air may be making Europe hotter: Study
A study published in Geophysical Research Letters suggests that cleaner air may be making Europe hotter. The study said that for decades, sulphate aerosols from coal plants dimmed the sunlight and kept summer temperatures about 1°C lower on average. As clean-air laws across Europe reduced this pollution, more sunlight reached the surface, causing temperatures to rise more quickly.
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04:18 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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A study published in Geophysical Research Letters suggests that cleaner air may be making Europe hotter. The study said that for decades, sulphate aerosols from coal plants dimmed the sunlight and kept summer temperatures about 1°C lower on average. As clean-air laws across Europe reduced this pollution, more sunlight reached the surface, causing temperatures to rise more quickly.
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France's Tchouameni to miss Round 16 game vs Paraguay in FIFA WC: Report
France midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni has been ruled out of Sunday's (IST) FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash against Paraguay due to a thigh injury, Reuters reported, citing French daily L'Équipe. The 26-year-old is reportedly expected to be replaced by Manu Kone. Notably, Tchouameni has started three of France's four matches in the tournament.
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04:17 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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France midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni has been ruled out of Sunday's (IST) FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash against Paraguay due to a thigh injury, Reuters reported, citing French daily L'Équipe. The 26-year-old is reportedly expected to be replaced by Manu Kone. Notably, Tchouameni has started three of France's four matches in the tournament.
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04:17 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Fan steals Rahmanullah Gurbaz's cap after invading pitch mid-match; video goes viral
A video of a fan invading the pitch and stealing Afghanistan wicketkeeper-batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz's cap during a Shpageeza Cricket League match has gone viral. The fan ran onto the field, grabbed Gurbaz's cap and sprinted away as a security personnel ran after him. Gurbaz was fielding when the incident happened.
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04:44 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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A video of a fan invading the pitch and stealing Afghanistan wicketkeeper-batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz's cap during a Shpageeza Cricket League match has gone viral. The fan ran onto the field, grabbed Gurbaz's cap and sprinted away as a security personnel ran after him. Gurbaz was fielding when the incident happened.
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30 ads promoting child sexual abuse, 20 adult pornography ads found on Instagram
The BBC investigation found around 30 Instagram advertisements promoting child sexual abuse material and about 20 featuring adult pornography in India. Following the report, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has directed MeitY to summon Meta. The case has drawn attention as the distribution of such content is a criminal offence under India's digital laws.
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04:44 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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The BBC investigation found around 30 Instagram advertisements promoting child sexual abuse material and about 20 featuring adult pornography in India. Following the report, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has directed MeitY to summon Meta. The case has drawn attention as the distribution of such content is a criminal offence under India's digital laws.
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9 question paper bundles stolen from university in MP; exam postponed last-minute
Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya (RGPV) in MP's Bhopal postponed a fourth-semester PG biotechnology examination after nine sealed bundles of question papers were allegedly stolen. Students were informed of the postponement after reaching the centre. Vice-Chancellor Alok Sharma termed the incident a "planned conspiracy" aimed at damaging the university's examination system and credibility.
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04:41 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya (RGPV) in MP's Bhopal postponed a fourth-semester PG biotechnology examination after nine sealed bundles of question papers were allegedly stolen. Students were informed of the postponement after reaching the centre. Vice-Chancellor Alok Sharma termed the incident a "planned conspiracy" aimed at damaging the university's examination system and credibility.
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No emojis, call seniors 'sir/ma'am': IIT Dhanbad seniors list rules for freshers on WhatsApp
Screenshots purportedly showing rules imposed by IIT Dhanbad on freshers in a WhatsApp group have gone viral. The rules dictate that juniors should address seniors "Sir/Ma'am", adding, "For Freshers: First and foremost be respectful." They also prohibited freshers from using emojis, GIFs, stickers, or short forms while interacting with seniors. "Some insane superiority complex," a person wrote.
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04:36 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Screenshots purportedly showing rules imposed by IIT Dhanbad on freshers in a WhatsApp group have gone viral. The rules dictate that juniors should address seniors "Sir/Ma'am", adding, "For Freshers: First and foremost be respectful." They also prohibited freshers from using emojis, GIFs, stickers, or short forms while interacting with seniors. "Some insane superiority complex," a person wrote.
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Didn't visit Ram temple as I knew 'khel' going on since day 1: BJP leader Brij Bhushan Singh
Referring to the Ram Mandir donation scam, which has come to light recently, BJP leader Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh said, "This is why I never visited Ram Janmbhoomi...because I knew 'khel' was going on since day 1." He further claimed that he was the first one to speak about it four years ago, when no one spoke about it.
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04:32 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Referring to the Ram Mandir donation scam, which has come to light recently, BJP leader Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh said, "This is why I never visited Ram Janmbhoomi...because I knew 'khel' was going on since day 1." He further claimed that he was the first one to speak about it four years ago, when no one spoke about it.
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Netherlands file complaint over racist slurs against black players after loss vs Morocco
Dutch Football Association (KNVB) filed a complaint with the public prosecutor over online "racist and discriminatory" abuse directed at black Dutch players following Netherlands' 2-3 penalty shootout defeat to Morocco at FIFA World Cup 2026. Justin Kluivert, Quinten Timber and Crysencio Summerville faced abuse after missing penalties in the Round of 32 match of the tournament.
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04:58 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Dutch Football Association (KNVB) filed a complaint with the public prosecutor over online "racist and discriminatory" abuse directed at black Dutch players following Netherlands' 2-3 penalty shootout defeat to Morocco at FIFA World Cup 2026. Justin Kluivert, Quinten Timber and Crysencio Summerville faced abuse after missing penalties in the Round of 32 match of the tournament.
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Price of domestic LPG cylinder could have reached ₹2,000; it still costs ₹950: PM Modi
Speaking on the energy crisis sparked by the US-Iran war, PM Narendra Modi said that the price of a domestic LPG cylinder could have soared to ₹2000. He said that market experts had also predicted the same. "Yet, even now, a domestic LPG cylinder is being provided for less than ₹950," he added, revealing that India leveraged its refinery capabilities.
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04:57 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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Speaking on the energy crisis sparked by the US-Iran war, PM Narendra Modi said that the price of a domestic LPG cylinder could have soared to ₹2000. He said that market experts had also predicted the same. "Yet, even now, a domestic LPG cylinder is being provided for less than ₹950," he added, revealing that India leveraged its refinery capabilities.
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UP to offer 20% rebate on EV charging during solar hours
The UP government has introduced a 20% tariff rebate on public electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure during solar hours from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, an official statement read. UP Energy Minister Arvind Sharma said the initiative will not only promote EV adoption but also encourage use of clean energy. He earlier said electricity tariffs have not been increased.
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04:54 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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The UP government has introduced a 20% tariff rebate on public electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure during solar hours from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, an official statement read. UP Energy Minister Arvind Sharma said the initiative will not only promote EV adoption but also encourage use of clean energy. He earlier said electricity tariffs have not been increased.
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Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall warning issued for several states, list released
The IMD has issued heavy to extremely heavy rainfall warning for several states/UTs for Sunday (July 5). It is very likely over parts of Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Rajasthan, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Assam and Meghalaya. Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Kerala, Puducherry, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Telangana may also witness it.
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04:52 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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The IMD has issued heavy to extremely heavy rainfall warning for several states/UTs for Sunday (July 5). It is very likely over parts of Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Rajasthan, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Assam and Meghalaya. Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Kerala, Puducherry, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Telangana may also witness it.
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Man cries outside Rabri Devi's vacated residence, says 'god of poor' lived here
A video showing an RJD supporter breaking down in tears outside the 10 Circular Road bungalow in Patna, the official residence vacated by ex-Bihar CM Rabri Devi, has gone viral. "This wasn't a house for me but a temple because the 'god of the poor', Lalu Prasad Yadav, resided here," he said. Rabri Devi's nameplate was removed on Saturday.
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04:49 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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A video showing an RJD supporter breaking down in tears outside the 10 Circular Road bungalow in Patna, the official residence vacated by ex-Bihar CM Rabri Devi, has gone viral. "This wasn't a house for me but a temple because the 'god of the poor', Lalu Prasad Yadav, resided here," he said. Rabri Devi's nameplate was removed on Saturday.
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'Kyunki Saas…' features AI-generated Lord Krishna in scene with Smriti, sparks criticism
The latest episode of Ektaa Kapoor's 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2' sparked criticism after it featured AI-generated Lord Krishna in a jail scene featuring Smriti Irani. Lord Krishna's AI-generated version appears to have three different faces in the video. Several people questioned Ektaa why she chose to use AI instead of casting an actor for Lord Krishna's role.
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News By: Bhawana Chaudhary
05:11 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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The latest episode of Ektaa Kapoor's 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2' sparked criticism after it featured AI-generated Lord Krishna in a jail scene featuring Smriti Irani. Lord Krishna's AI-generated version appears to have three different faces in the video. Several people questioned Ektaa why she chose to use AI instead of casting an actor for Lord Krishna's role.
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Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam denied bail once again
A Delhi court, led by Additional Sessions Judge Sameer Bajpai, denied fresh bail applications of former JNU students Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 Delhi riots larger conspiracy case. This comes despite the Supreme Court questioning their prolonged incarceration, saying that bail is the rule even in UAPA cases. The trial hasn't begun in six years.
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05:07 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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A Delhi court, led by Additional Sessions Judge Sameer Bajpai, denied fresh bail applications of former JNU students Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 Delhi riots larger conspiracy case. This comes despite the Supreme Court questioning their prolonged incarceration, saying that bail is the rule even in UAPA cases. The trial hasn't begun in six years.
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Which Indian households spend most on which days of the week?
'The Many Urban Indias' report showed that nearly two-thirds of urban consumer spending in India now takes place over the weekend. Women spend more on weekends, as do postgraduate households, larger families and dual-income households, with West and North India reporting highest and lowest weekend-to-weekday ratios of 1.8x and 1.4x. Urban consumers spend ₹6,724 on weekdays and ₹10,732 on weekends.
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05:06 pm Saturday, 04 July 2026
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'The Many Urban Indias' report showed that nearly two-thirds of urban consumer spending in India now takes place over the weekend. Women spend more on weekends, as do postgraduate households, larger families and dual-income households, with West and North India reporting highest and lowest weekend-to-weekday ratios of 1.8x and 1.4x. Urban consumers spend ₹6,724 on weekdays and ₹10,732 on weekends.
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