Prime Minister Modi, ahead of a crucial parliamentary debate on the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor, asserted India's firm stance against terrorism. Speaking in Tamil Nadu, Modi emphasized that the precision strikes in Pakistan sent a clear message: terrorists have no safe havens. He highlighted the operation's role in fostering national self-confidence.
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Commerce minister Piyush Goyal announced that trade agreement talks with the US are progressing rapidly, with the next negotiation round scheduled for August in India. Both nations aim to finalize the initial agreement tranche by fall, targeting a significant boost to bilateral trade from $191 billion to $500 billion.
After a rain break, Shubman Gill's careless run-out disrupted India's progress in the fifth Test against England. Gill, who had looked good, was dismissed for 21 due to a poor decision, ending a promising partnership. Despite the setback, Gill surpassed Sunil Gavaskar's record for most runs by an Indian in a Test series, reaching 737 runs.
Shubman Gill etched his name in cricket history on Day 5 at Old Trafford, scoring his fourth century of the series against England. He joins Bradman and Gavaskar as the only captains to achieve this feat in a single series.
In Ghaziabad, Bajrang Dal members were caught on video stopping a Blinkit delivery rider, demanding to inspect his order, and berating him for delivering non-vegetarian food to a customer during Shravan. They then pressured the customer, until learning she was Christian. The group also allegedly coerced a store into halting non-veg sales.
The Supreme Court has permitted the Election Commission to release Bihar's draft voter list on August 1, following a special intensive revision. Concerns were raised about potential voter exclusion due to migration or reported deaths. The court emphasized its oversight, promising intervention if mass exclusions occur from the January 2025 voter base.
Despite the India-UK trade deal slashing scotch import duties, consumers shouldn't expect drastic price drops immediately. Ratification by the UK Parliament is pending, and even then, price reductions will likely be limited to 8-10% due to state taxes and distribution costs. While international and Indian spirits makers welcome the move, the real impact on consumers will be modest.
The annual Kanwar Yatra in Haridwar concluded, leaving behind over 7,000 metric tons of waste, overwhelming the city's sanitation efforts despite increased deployment of workers and drone surveillance. While authorities assure swift cleanup, residents express skepticism, citing widespread garbage along ghats and routes. Some residents noted improvements in traffic management and reduced violence, attributing it to regulated routes and parking.
Ja Morant's dunk in China is creating a buzz. The Memphis Grizzlies star performed a reverse dunk during his Nike tour. The video went viral, sparking calls for him to join the NBA Slam Dunk Contest. Fans believe his participation could revive the event. Morant has hinted at joining if other stars participate.
The myth appears to originate from a 2018 book—Fire and Fury by journalist Michael Wolff—which recounts a falling out between Trump and Epstein over a Palm Beach real estate deal. In Wolff’s telling, Trump outbid Epstein for a mansion and then refused to sell it to him, souring their relationship.