An under-construction statue of Jana Sangh founder Syama Prasad Mukherjee in Kolkata was vandalized overnight, with its tile and nameplate damaged. The incident occurred just before Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s visit to the city for programs marking Mukherjee’s birth anniversary. West Bengal Minister Sharadwat Mukherjee condemned the act, emphasizing Mukherjee’s enduring legacy.
Indian markets brace for a pivotal week as the June-quarter earnings season kicks off with TCS on July 9. Investors will scrutinize results and management commentary on demand and AI. Global cues, including US Fed minutes and crude oil price stability, alongside domestic monsoon progress, will also shape market sentiment. Foreign investor activity is another
A 21-year-old man’s body found in a Rewari canal was allegedly murdered by his wife and her associates due to her extramarital affair. The wife, Tannu, and an accomplice, Hariom, have been arrested. The victim, Monu, was reportedly lured to a village and then thrown into the canal. Investigations are ongoing to apprehend the remaining
A Ford employee, Kurt Kromm, was fired after a self-service kiosk allegedly failed to register a $1.95 cookie purchase. Despite video evidence showing a failed transaction, Kromm claimed he paid on a second machine. After providing bank records, Ford reinstated him, though he declined to return. Kromm highlighted recurring kiosk issues at the plant, with
India’s top IT firms anticipate a slow start to FY27, with growth likely to remain subdued as clients focus on cost savings over major tech investments. While AI adoption is rising, it’s funded by efficiency gains, not budget increases. Margins are expected to hold steady due to currency benefits and cost control. Long-term prospects remain
Speaking at the wedding of the granddaughter of DMK headquarters secretary ‘Thuraimugam’ Kaja in Thiruverkadu, Chennai, Udhayanidhi said the party’s bond with minority communities remained strong despite political attacks and campaigns aimed at creating divisions. Taking an apparent swipe at political rivals without naming anyone, he said, “some people left us as soon as a
The defeat extended India’s winless run in T20Is to four matches. India had lost both games against Ireland before the opening match against England was washed out and then suffered another defeat on Saturday.
An Indian man in Australia highlights the stark contrast in societal perception of trade jobs. Unlike India, where plumbing and carpentry are often seen as fallback options, Australia values these professions, offering high pay and respect. This perspective shift encourages genuine aspiration towards skilled trades, fostering financial stability and a good quality of life, challenging
During the state funeral prayers for his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and four family members, Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, chose to remain out of the public eye. Citing security threats following an attack, his absence has sparked considerable speculation. As his brothers and key officials attended, eyes are turned towards Mojtaba’s anticipated return
