Two schools in New Delhi, Abhinav Public School in Rohini Sector 3 and Richmondd Global School in Paschim Vihar, were targeted with bomb threats on Friday, prompting immediate responses from authorities.
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Renowned actor Kota Srinivasa Rao passed away in the early hours of Sunday at his residence in Filmnagar, Hyderabad. He was 83 and had been battling illness for the past few days. Over a career spanning more than four decades, he carved a unique space for himself in Telugu cinema, featuring in over 750 films.
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The US State Department has issued a new warning, particularly targeting Iranian Americans, about the significant risks of traveling to Iran. Citing Iran's non-recognition of dual nationality and denial of consular access to detained US citizens, the department launched a website to highlight these dangers.
B. Saroja Devi, the celebrated actress known as "Abhinaya Saraswathi," has passed away at 87. A prominent figure in South Indian cinema, she starred in over 200 films across multiple languages, gaining fame with 'Nadodi Mannan.' Her contributions were recognized with Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan awards, solidifying her legacy in Indian cinema.
Microsoft has ceased its operations in Pakistan after 25 years, a move described as the 'end of an era'. While Microsoft confirms the closure, stating customer service remains unaffected via a partner-led model, the Pakistani government views it as a global restructuring shift towards cloud-based services.
A college student in Odisha died after allegedly being coerced by her principal to withdraw a sexual harassment complaint. Prior to setting herself ablaze, she was allegedly pressured to apologize to the accused faculty member. The incident sparked public outrage, leading to protests and political clashes.
A judicial commission has implicated Royal Challengers Sports Pvt Ltd (RCSPL), event organizers, KSCA officials, and senior police officers for the Bengaluru stadium stampede that resulted in 11 deaths. The commission highlighted failures in obtaining necessary permissions and inadequate security arrangements, pointing to a nexus between police and organizers.
New US tariffs have created market uncertainty, potentially benefiting Indian textile exporters over Bangladesh. However, concerns remain about competition from China and the need for government support. Industry seeks zero duty on key exports, hoping a trade deal with the US will improve competitiveness, especially in synthetic garments, despite existing cost disadvantages and capacity limitations.
X (formerly Twitter) voiced apprehension regarding an Indian government directive to block over 2,355 accounts, including news outlets like Reuters, under Section 69A of the IT Act on July 3, 2025. X is exploring legal options, urging affected users to seek remedies through the courts, while clarifying the government later requested to unblock @Reuters and @ReutersWorld.