Actress & TMC MP Koel Mallick resigns, 4th Rajya Sabha MP to do so
In a setback to Mamata Banerjee, actress and TMC MP Koel Mallick has resigned from Rajya Sabha, becoming the fourth TMC MP to resign since the West Bengal Assembly elections. Earlier, MPs Sukhendu Sekhar Roy, Sushmita Dev, and Prakash Chik Baraik resigned from Rajya Sabha. They joined the BJP and have been fielded as BJP candidates for Rajya Sabha by-polls.
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In a setback to Mamata Banerjee, actress and TMC MP Koel Mallick has resigned from Rajya Sabha, becoming the fourth TMC MP to resign since the West Bengal Assembly elections. Earlier, MPs Sukhendu Sekhar Roy, Sushmita Dev, and Prakash Chik Baraik resigned from Rajya Sabha. They joined the BJP and have been fielded as BJP candidates for Rajya Sabha by-polls.
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Govt gives 'whatever assistance is required' response on Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike in HC
During a hearing on a petition seeking medical intervention for activist Sonam Wangchuk, whose hunger strike entered its 19th day, the Centre's lawyer, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, said, "Whatever medical assistance is required based on the doctor's report can be given." The Delhi High Court said every citizen's life is precious and all efforts must be made to save them.
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02:51 pm Thursday, 16 July 2026
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During a hearing on a petition seeking medical intervention for activist Sonam Wangchuk, whose hunger strike entered its 19th day, the Centre's lawyer, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, said, "Whatever medical assistance is required based on the doctor's report can be given." The Delhi High Court said every citizen's life is precious and all efforts must be made to save them.
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Diljit Dosanjh charged only ₹1 for 'Satluj': Director Honey Trehan
Filmmaker Honey Trehan spoke about Diljit Dosanjh's commitment to 'Satluj', revealing that the singer-actor charged only ₹1 to portray Jaswant Singh Khalra. Honey recalled, "He [Diljit]...touched the script to his forehead and said, 'Waheguru, how can I charge to play someone like Khalra? It'll be shameful.'" However, when Honey insisted, Diljit said he'd accept ₹1 for contractual purposes.
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02:50 pm Thursday, 16 July 2026
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Filmmaker Honey Trehan spoke about Diljit Dosanjh's commitment to 'Satluj', revealing that the singer-actor charged only ₹1 to portray Jaswant Singh Khalra. Honey recalled, "He [Diljit]...touched the script to his forehead and said, 'Waheguru, how can I charge to play someone like Khalra? It'll be shameful.'" However, when Honey insisted, Diljit said he'd accept ₹1 for contractual purposes.
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Hope I'm not as stupid as him when I retire: Romero on Neville's criticism
Argentina defender Cristian Romero hit back at ex-England defender Gary Neville after Argentina's win over England in FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final. "I hope that when I retire, I'm not that stupid...Lisandro Martínez and I were fired up," Romero said. Neville had called Romero and Martínez the "best, worst centre-back pairing" and predicted England would score at least two goals.
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02:47 pm Thursday, 16 July 2026
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Argentina defender Cristian Romero hit back at ex-England defender Gary Neville after Argentina's win over England in FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final. "I hope that when I retire, I'm not that stupid...Lisandro Martínez and I were fired up," Romero said. Neville had called Romero and Martínez the "best, worst centre-back pairing" and predicted England would score at least two goals.
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IMD issues yellow alert as heat, humidity push Delhi's temperature to nearly 40°C
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Delhi as the temperature reached 39°C amid severe heat and humidity. The IMD has also issued the alert for the next two days, July 17 and July 18, with the maximum temperature expected to remain close to 40°C. The minimum temperature on Thursday is likely to settle around 28°C.
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02:47 pm Thursday, 16 July 2026
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Delhi as the temperature reached 39°C amid severe heat and humidity. The IMD has also issued the alert for the next two days, July 17 and July 18, with the maximum temperature expected to remain close to 40°C. The minimum temperature on Thursday is likely to settle around 28°C.
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X's codebase will be made open source: Musk after Grok Build stole data
Elon Musk on Wednesday said that the entire codebase of X will be made open source. This comes after a researcher alleged that xAI's Grok Build was uploading users' private code to its Google Cloud storage. Musk further added that they will invite third-party reviewers to examine the system to confirm that the open source is what is running.
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03:11 pm Thursday, 16 July 2026
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Elon Musk on Wednesday said that the entire codebase of X will be made open source. This comes after a researcher alleged that xAI's Grok Build was uploading users' private code to its Google Cloud storage. Musk further added that they will invite third-party reviewers to examine the system to confirm that the open source is what is running.
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Washington Freedom record highest-ever successful run chase in T20 cricket, break PBKS' record
Washington Freedom on Wednesday recorded the highest-ever successful run chase in the history of T20 cricket. They chased down a target of 267 in 18.4 overs against MI New York in Oakland. The previous highest successful T20 run chase was recorded by PBKS on April 25, 2026, when they chased down a 265-run target against DC.
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03:07 pm Thursday, 16 July 2026
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Washington Freedom on Wednesday recorded the highest-ever successful run chase in the history of T20 cricket. They chased down a target of 267 in 18.4 overs against MI New York in Oakland. The previous highest successful T20 run chase was recorded by PBKS on April 25, 2026, when they chased down a 265-run target against DC.
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I was sexually harassed as a child: Sohail Khan
Actor Sohail Khan revealed he was sexually harassed as a child. Sohail said despite knowing that it wasn't his fault, he felt ashamed. "When I grew up...I confided in my father. I told him, 'Daddy, this happened to me.' He said, 'Beta, you kept this inside you for...years.' I said, 'I was so embarrassed to say it'," added Sohail.
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03:07 pm Thursday, 16 July 2026
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Actor Sohail Khan revealed he was sexually harassed as a child. Sohail said despite knowing that it wasn't his fault, he felt ashamed. "When I grew up...I confided in my father. I told him, 'Daddy, this happened to me.' He said, 'Beta, you kept this inside you for...years.' I said, 'I was so embarrassed to say it'," added Sohail.
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24-yr-old Indian woman stabbed to death while sleeping in her home in London
A 24-year-old Indian woman named Kirandeep Kaur was stabbed to death by a man who broke into her home in London, while she was sleeping. Her husband, also in his 20s, was found outside the property with stab injuries and was rushed to a hospital for treatment. Police have arrested a 44-year-old man, who matched the description of the suspect.
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03:04 pm Thursday, 16 July 2026
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A 24-year-old Indian woman named Kirandeep Kaur was stabbed to death by a man who broke into her home in London, while she was sleeping. Her husband, also in his 20s, was found outside the property with stab injuries and was rushed to a hospital for treatment. Police have arrested a 44-year-old man, who matched the description of the suspect.
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India exports $140 million worth of goods to UK at zero duty on day 1 of trade pact rollout
India exported goods worth $140 million to UK at zero duty on the first day of the implementation of the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said on Wednesday. The shipments included electronics, pharmaceuticals, gems and jewellery, and other products. Under the agreement, nearly 99% of Indian exports receive duty-free access to the UK market.
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03:03 pm Thursday, 16 July 2026
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India exported goods worth $140 million to UK at zero duty on the first day of the implementation of the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said on Wednesday. The shipments included electronics, pharmaceuticals, gems and jewellery, and other products. Under the agreement, nearly 99% of Indian exports receive duty-free access to the UK market.
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Iran told Vance that Trump's son-in-law was using insider info for financial gains: Report
In Switzerland, Iranian negotiators sent a private message warning US Vice President JD Vance that US President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff were using insider information for financial gain, Drop Site News reported. Iran claimed market manipulation has generated $9 billion in profits by June and demanded $4.5 billion for Tehran, the report added.
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03:01 pm Thursday, 16 July 2026
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In Switzerland, Iranian negotiators sent a private message warning US Vice President JD Vance that US President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff were using insider information for financial gain, Drop Site News reported. Iran claimed market manipulation has generated $9 billion in profits by June and demanded $4.5 billion for Tehran, the report added.
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Delhi HC cancels Sadar Bazar trader's 'ZORA' trademark after ZARA objects
Delhi High Court cancelled the trademark registration of 'ZORA' used by a Sadar Bazar-based fabric trader after Zara's owner challenged it. The trader argued 'ZORA' was a Hindu name meaning 'dawn' and was adopted in good faith. The court held 'ZORA' and 'ZARA' were visually similar, and the one-vowel distinction wouldn't register with persons of "average intelligence and imperfect recollection".
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03:28 pm Thursday, 16 July 2026
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Delhi High Court cancelled the trademark registration of 'ZORA' used by a Sadar Bazar-based fabric trader after Zara's owner challenged it. The trader argued 'ZORA' was a Hindu name meaning 'dawn' and was adopted in good faith. The court held 'ZORA' and 'ZARA' were visually similar, and the one-vowel distinction wouldn't register with persons of "average intelligence and imperfect recollection".
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Supercomputer predicts winner of Spain-Argentina World Cup final
Opta Analyst's supercomputer has backed Spain to defeat defending champions Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. Spain have been given a 56.05% chance of lifting the trophy, compared to Argentina's 43.95%. Spain are aiming to win their second World Cup title, while Argentina could become only the third team to successfully defend the men's crown in tournament history.
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03:26 pm Thursday, 16 July 2026
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Opta Analyst's supercomputer has backed Spain to defeat defending champions Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. Spain have been given a 56.05% chance of lifting the trophy, compared to Argentina's 43.95%. Spain are aiming to win their second World Cup title, while Argentina could become only the third team to successfully defend the men's crown in tournament history.
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Gold bond investors make up to 318% profit as RBI announces redemption price
RBI has announced a premature redemption price of ₹14,199 per unit for the Sovereign Gold Bond 2019-20 Series II, which is due on Thursday. The bond was issued at ₹3,393 per gram for online buyers and ₹3,443 per gram for offline buyers. This means investors will make a profit of up to 318.5% on this series.
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03:22 pm Thursday, 16 July 2026
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RBI has announced a premature redemption price of ₹14,199 per unit for the Sovereign Gold Bond 2019-20 Series II, which is due on Thursday. The bond was issued at ₹3,393 per gram for online buyers and ₹3,443 per gram for offline buyers. This means investors will make a profit of up to 318.5% on this series.
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03:22 pm Thursday, 16 July 2026
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Nearly 10,000 MBBS seats added for 2026-27 session
National Medical Commission (NMC) has approved nearly 10,000 (9,911) additional MBBS seats for the 2026-27 academic session, taking the country’s total sanctioned MBBS seat capacity to 1,36,939. After the increase, government institutes will have 63,296 seats, and private colleges will have 73,643 seats. Karnataka will have the highest, 15,395 seats, followed by Uttar Pradesh with 14,000 seats.
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03:16 pm Thursday, 16 July 2026
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National Medical Commission (NMC) has approved nearly 10,000 (9,911) additional MBBS seats for the 2026-27 academic session, taking the country’s total sanctioned MBBS seat capacity to 1,36,939. After the increase, government institutes will have 63,296 seats, and private colleges will have 73,643 seats. Karnataka will have the highest, 15,395 seats, followed by Uttar Pradesh with 14,000 seats.
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Hormuz will remain closed until US complies with MoU, accepts our laws: Iran
Amid renewed tension between US and Iran, Tehran has said the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed unless US complies with the memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed at the Islamabad meeting and accepts Iranian rules governing the waterway. Army spokesperson Brigadier General Mohammad Akraminia called control of the Strait a "public and national demand" and said it was non-negotiable.
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03:15 pm Thursday, 16 July 2026
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Amid renewed tension between US and Iran, Tehran has said the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed unless US complies with the memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed at the Islamabad meeting and accepts Iranian rules governing the waterway. Army spokesperson Brigadier General Mohammad Akraminia called control of the Strait a "public and national demand" and said it was non-negotiable.
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What are the 5 'unusual' things Pakistani clerics have issued Fatwas against?
A Pakistani cleric has recently issued a non-binding fatwa, declaring cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum and stablecoins "haram". Earlier, the clerics in Pakistan issued fatwas on selfies, TikTok, and Valentine's Day celebrations. A fatwa is a formal religious opinion given by a qualified Islamic scholar, known as a mufti, in response to a question concerning Islamic law.
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03:42 pm Thursday, 16 July 2026
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A Pakistani cleric has recently issued a non-binding fatwa, declaring cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum and stablecoins "haram". Earlier, the clerics in Pakistan issued fatwas on selfies, TikTok, and Valentine's Day celebrations. A fatwa is a formal religious opinion given by a qualified Islamic scholar, known as a mufti, in response to a question concerning Islamic law.
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Ukrainians protest after Zelenskyy removes Defence Minister
Protests erupted in Ukraine after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy removed Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov in a cabinet reshuffle. Thousands of Ukrainians gathered in a rare wartime protest, saying, "We're against constant reshuffles...replacing effective ministers with convenient opportunists." Fedorov, appointed six months ago, and is credited with turning the war momentum in Ukraine's favour.
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03:30 pm Thursday, 16 July 2026
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Protests erupted in Ukraine after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy removed Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov in a cabinet reshuffle. Thousands of Ukrainians gathered in a rare wartime protest, saying, "We're against constant reshuffles...replacing effective ministers with convenient opportunists." Fedorov, appointed six months ago, and is credited with turning the war momentum in Ukraine's favour.
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Syria foils arms smuggling attempt to Hezbollah at Iraq border
Syrian authorities foiled an attempt to smuggle advanced weapons and missiles along the Syrian-Iraqi border, an Interior Ministry source said. Preliminary investigations indicate the shipment was meant for Hezbollah in Lebanon and was to transit Syrian territory to reach the group. US President Donald Trump said in June he'd spoken to Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa about combating Hezbollah.
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03:53 pm Thursday, 16 July 2026
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Syrian authorities foiled an attempt to smuggle advanced weapons and missiles along the Syrian-Iraqi border, an Interior Ministry source said. Preliminary investigations indicate the shipment was meant for Hezbollah in Lebanon and was to transit Syrian territory to reach the group. US President Donald Trump said in June he'd spoken to Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa about combating Hezbollah.
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Whoever wants to leave can go, what's left is goldmine: Mamata as loyalist leaves TMC
After TMC MLA Madan Mitra, considered her aide for years, joined party's rebel camp, TMC chief Mamata Banerjee said, "Whoever wants to leave can go. Whatever remains is my goldmine." "I've built three generations of leaders and will continue to stand as an umbrella for those who remain with me," Banerjee added. "It's not about age, it's about...mileage," she stated.
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03:47 pm Thursday, 16 July 2026
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After TMC MLA Madan Mitra, considered her aide for years, joined party's rebel camp, TMC chief Mamata Banerjee said, "Whoever wants to leave can go. Whatever remains is my goldmine." "I've built three generations of leaders and will continue to stand as an umbrella for those who remain with me," Banerjee added. "It's not about age, it's about...mileage," she stated.
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