A mural honouring Spain’s World Cup hero Ferran Torres was vandalised within 24 hours of being unveiled in Barcelona. Created by street artist TVBoy, it was repeatedly defaced with political graffiti, including “volem seleccions catalanes” (“we want Catalan national teams”), before being removed by city authorities. Despite its brief existence, the artwork highlighted the intersection
Fresh violence erupted during a Cockroach Janta Party protest in Delhi, injuring an assistant commissioner of police. Protesters allegedly hurled stones and bottles at security personnel deployed near Tolstoy Marg. CCTV footage from a July 20 protest corroborated police claims of protesters attacking security personnel. The Cockroach Janta Party rejected the police version, accusing them
The Bombay high court rejected a wife’s plea for interim maintenance. She sought one lakh rupees monthly from her estranged husband. The court noted her substantial professional income and residence abroad. Simply citing high living costs abroad was deemed insufficient grounds. The ruling emphasized maintenance is for financially weaker parties needing support.
Alphabet achieved a historic quarterly profit exceeding one hundred billion dollars. This record profit was significantly boosted by investment gains from Anthropic and SpaceX. Google Cloud revenue also saw a substantial increase, contributing to overall growth. Despite these strong results, Alphabet’s stock experienced a slight decline in trading. Investors remain watchful of rising expenses and
The Indian rupee saw a slight gain against the US dollar on Thursday. Rising crude oil prices continue to exert pressure on the currency. The Reserve Bank of India’s intervention is expected to limit sharper losses. Foreign investors showed mixed sentiment in Indian equities and bonds. Stock markets opened on a weak note, with key
The Delhi Development Authority has launched a new housing scheme for government employees and professionals. This scheme offers over twelve hundred ready-to-move flats with a significant twenty-five percent discount. Registration for these affordable homes opens on July twenty-fourth and booking begins August fifteenth. Flats are located in Narela and will be allotted on a first
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced fast-track courts for paper leak cases. This move aims to ensure swift and stringent punishment for offenders. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi criticized the Prime Minister, holding him responsible. Rahul reiterated student demands including the education minister’s dismissal. The government vows strict action against those harming students’ futures.
The government proposes a 5% GST rate for mango drinks with 22-25% real pulp. This move aims to revive Totapuri mango pulp demand and improve beverage quality. An expert committee studied Totapuri price declines and suggested solutions for farmers. Recommendations include price stabilization committees and orchard rejuvenation techniques. The government will consult ministries to finalize
An Indian national, Harmanveer Singh, was arrested in California for alleged drug trafficking. He is linked to a Canada-based organized crime group led by Ravinder Dhanda. This arrest is part of a larger international law enforcement operation targeting crime syndicates. Authorities charged thirty-seven individuals under “Operation Hard Ball” across multiple countries. Another Indian national, Nitish
