Phu Quoc, Vietnam, July 12, 2026: At least fifteen Indian tourists lost their lives after a tourist speedboat capsized near an island off Vietnam’s Phu Quoc on Saturday, triggering a large-scale rescue operation involving local authorities, the coast guard, and emergency response teams. According to Vietnamese news portal VN Express International, the tourist speedboat AG…
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MUMBAI, 12 JULY 2026: S. Janaki’s Bollywood journey reached a defining moment in 1985 when her unforgettable rendition of “Yaar Bina Chain Kahan Re” from Saheb, composed by Bappi Lahiri, introduced Hindi film audiences to a voice that was refreshingly distinct. While disco music was dominating the charts, Janaki blended her impeccable classical training with…
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New Delhi, July 11, 2026: UPSC Direct Recruitment 2026 has officially begun as the Union Public Service Commission invited online applications for multiple vacancies across various Government of India departments. Eligible candidates can apply through the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal until July 31, 2026. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has started the application…
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Tehran, July 11, 2026; “Mojtaba Khamenei revenge vow dominated headlines on Saturday after Iran’s new Supreme Leader pledged retaliation for the assassination of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.” Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has pledged that those responsible for the assassination of his father, former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, will face retribution, calling…
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New Delhi, July 11, 2026; India AI power sector could emerge as the country’s biggest beneficiary of the global artificial intelligence boom, according to a new report by Shriram Mutual Fund. The study says India’s strongest opportunity lies in supplying electricity and infrastructure needed for AI-powered data centres rather than developing advanced AI models. India’s…
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New Delhi, July 11, 2026; Robin Singh World Cup predictions have put England and Argentina in focus ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals, with the former India striker backing France as the strongest title contender. As the FIFA World Cup 2026 enters its quarter-final stage, former India footballer Robin Singh believes England are…
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July 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon participated in a special luncheon titled “India-New Zealand: A Winning Partnership,” where both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to expanding cooperation across trade, sports, technology and people-to-people exchanges. The high-profile gathering brought together leading representatives from business, industry, academia, technology, politics, sports and…
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July 11, 2026: Moana Live Action Review: Disney’s latest live-action adaptation of the beloved animated classic delivers breathtaking visuals, strong performances and an emotional family adventure. Starring Dwayne Johnson as Maui and Catherine Laga’aia as Moana, the film recreates the original story with impressive realism while offering an entertaining cinematic experience. Disney’s live-action adaptation of…
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Gorakhpur, July 11. Guided by the principle of ‘Public Service Above All’, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a Janata Darshan on Saturday morning for the redressal of public grievances despite adverse weather conditions. He met people who had travelled from distant places in the rain at Gorakhnath Temple and listened to their problems. Interacting with…
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Visakhapatnam, July 11: India’s naval capabilities received a major boost on Saturday as the Indian Navy formally inducted INS Mahendragiri, an advanced indigenous stealth frigate, into its Eastern Fleet at a commissioning ceremony held in Visakhapatnam. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh presided over the event, describing the warship as a significant milestone in India’s journey…
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