A 27-year-old traditional circus performer died after a 'live Samadhi' stunt allegedly went wrong in Haryana's Nuh district. Police suspect suffocation after the performer was buried alive as part of the act. Authorities are investigating the incident, while the administration is probing how the dangerous performance was held without permission.
The Lok Sabha on Tuesday passed the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, introducing stringent penalties for paper leaks and establishing dedicated Fast-Track Courts to try examination fraud. Tabled by Union Minister of State for Personnel Dr. Jitendra Singh, the legislation amends the 2024 principal Act.
Five major changes will take effect across India from August 1, 2026, including revised LPG cylinder prices, updated Indian Railways Tatkal booking rules, changes to credit card rewards and fees, the end of the ITR filing deadline for eligible taxpayers and the rollout of CKYC 2.0. Here's how these updates could affect your finances.
Taxpayers have five days left to file Income Tax Returns before the July 31 deadline. Experts advise against waiting for an extension, warning of late fees of up to INR 5,000, interest on unpaid tax and possible loss of the old tax regime option. Here's who must file, key checks to complete and what happens if you miss the due date.
Bank of Baroda has confirmed a data breach after an employee's email account was compromised, resulting in unauthorised access to certain data. Cybersecurity experts say the incident highlights the risks of email-driven attacks and stress the need for AI-powered monitoring, stronger password policies and real-time threat detection to protect sensitive banking information.
Chirayu Rana has filed a new lawsuit accusing JP Morgan executive Lorna Hajdini of allegedly proposing a threesome, secretly giving him a s*x-enhancing substance and s*xually assaulting him after threatening his promotion. The complaint also alleges racial discrimination and retaliation involving several JPMorgan executives.
Nathaniel Cullerton, a partner at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, has reportedly been placed on leave after a viral TikTok video showed him kissing colleague Kelsey Borenzweig in Central Park. According to reports, the incident also halted his planned move to rival law firm Gibson Dunn as an internal investigation continues.
A California woman was rushed to hospital after a rattlesnake hiding in her rose bushes bit her foot while she was gardening barefoot. The frightening incident was captured on video, and she received antivenom after reaching the emergency room. Experts say rattlesnake bites are rising across California and urge people to seek immediate medical treatment after a bite.
Guru Purnima 2026 will be celebrated on July 29, marking the full moon of the Ashadha month. The festival honors spiritual leaders, mentors, and academic teachers who guide people toward wisdom. Commemorating Sage Veda Vyasa's birth, the day is marked by traditional rituals, expressing gratitude, and sharing heartfelt wishes and HD wallpapers.
The Delhi High Court has officially ordered the winding up of Paytm Payments Bank Limited (PPBL) following non-compliance with banking regulations, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced on July 28. Under the provisions of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, and the Companies Act, 2013, the court issued the directions through an order dated July 8, 2026, read with a subsequent order on July 22, 2026.
A minor chemical leak involving white phosphorus at a U.S. military base in South Korea prompted local authorities to issue a brief emergency evacuation alert on Tuesday before officials contained the situation and confirmed low risk to the public.
The Ministry of Women and Child Development reminds applicants that the July 31 deadline is approaching for the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2026. Indian youth aged 5 to 18 can apply via awards.gov.in. The national awards are conferred across six distinct categories to highlight diverse areas of excellence.
Guru Purnima 2026 will be celebrated on July 29, with Purnima Tithi running from July 28 (6:18 PM) to July 29 (8:05 PM). Also known as Vyasa Purnima, the day honors spiritual guides and teachers across Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain traditions. People observe it through pujas, sharing heartfelt wishes, messages, HD wallpapers and expressing gratitude to mentors.
The Bombay High Court has observed that equality cannot be claimed selectively, ruling that both earning spouses are expected to contribute towards household liabilities and child education expenses to maintain a lifestyle.
NCPI MP Saayoni Ghosh attended the NDA's 'Mangal Milan' meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, fuelling speculation over her evolving political role after leaving the TMC. She called the meeting 'enriching and informative' and backed the anti-paper leak bill. Her appearance has also revived discussion around her earlier Shivling post controversy and campaign song debate.
The difference in Shravan dates between Maharashtra and North India is due to two distinct lunar calendar systems. North India uses the Purnimanta calendar, starting Shravan right after the full moon. Maharashtra uses the Amanta calendar, starting two weeks later after the new moon. Despite different dates, the rituals remain identical.
A 19-year-old woman in Chhattisgarh allegedly identified her attacker by typing her boyfriend's name on a mobile phone after being stabbed multiple times in the neck, helping police arrest him within hours. Investigators said CCTV footage, technical evidence and phone records supported the case. The accused allegedly confessed during preliminary questioning.
Guru Purnima 2026 falls on Wednesday, July 29, honouring spiritual and academic mentors. According to Drik Panchang, the Purnima Tithi runs from July 28 evening to July 29, 8:05 PM. The day marks Vyasa Purnima, celebrating Maharishi Ved Vyasa’s birth and his compilation of the Vedas. It is also celebrated across Buddhism, Jainism and Yoga.
A three-year-old boy, Shree Ansh Pankaj Ashtankar, died after being hit by a car in Nagpur's Manishnagar area. CCTV footage of the collision has emerged, and Beltarodi police have detained driver Harshad Vahane. In a separate Gondia accident, a 66-year-old woman died after a car fell into a canal, leaving three others injured. Police investigations are underway.
While the United Nations marks the International Day of Friendship on July 30 to promote global peace, India celebrates it on the first Sunday of August. Rooted in 1930s US greeting card marketing, the August weekend date gained immense popularity in India during the late 1990s, driven by Bollywood films like 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' and local commercial campaigns.
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