The Pentagon has added major Chinese companies, including BYD, Alibaba, and Baidu, to its list of Chinese military companies. This action, announced on June 9, 2026, prohibits these firms from receiving U.S. defense contracts. The Pentagon asserts these companies contribute to China’s defense industrial base through affiliations with government ministries overseeing technology and industrial policy.
Despite a lower import volume of 721 tonnes compared with the previous year, India’s gold import bill rose 24% to a record $71.9 billion in 2025-26.
Viswanathan Anand praised R Praggnanandhaa’s Norway Chess triumph, calling his comeback and fighting style impressive. He urged world champion D Gukesh, who struggled in the event, to take inspiration from Praggnanandhaa’s persistence and hard work. Anand also highlighted the healthy rivalry among India’s top young stars and said India is now firmly among the world’s
A major milestone has been achieved in the Zojila Tunnel project, connecting its two ends to create a 13-km passage. This vital infrastructure will ensure all-weather connectivity between Kashmir and Ladakh, eliminating annual disruptions and significantly reducing travel time. Expected to be operational by 2028, the tunnel is crucial for military logistics and regional development.
Jagapathi Babu lauded Ram Charan’s pivotal role in ‘Peddi’, calling him ‘Superman’ for shouldering the film. He also humorously thanked critics for negative reviews, stating they inadvertently boosted the movie’s earnings. The film’s success was celebrated, with Babu highlighting the team’s resilience in overcoming challenges. Read on to know more in detail.
Trinamool MP Kalyan Banerjee fiercely criticized rebel leader Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar, labeling her faction “desperate” and accusing them of betraying Mamata Banerjee and colluding with the BJP. Dastidar, however, remained defiant, vowing to fight for Bengal and the nation, asserting her long-standing commitment to the party and its principles. This exchange highlights a deepening internal
Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson are under ECB investigation after breaching a midnight curfew and becoming involved in a nightclub altercation in Chelsea. Reports claim a Saracens academy rugby player threw a punch at Atkinson but hit an ECB security guard, who needed stitches. ECB sources insist the cricketers “were not the aggressors.” Stokes’s captaincy
The Indian rupee strengthened by 20 paise against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday, opening at 95.47. This gain was attributed to easing oil prices, a weaker US dollar index, and a de-escalation of tensions between Israel and Iran. Domestic equity markets also traded higher, reflecting positive sentiment.
Understanding a property’s ‘circle rate’ is crucial for buyers in India. This government-set minimum value, also known as reckoner or guidance value, dictates stamp duty and registration charges, often exceeding the actual sale price. Location, property type, and infrastructure significantly influence these rates, impacting your final cost and negotiation power. Always verify the circle rate
T. Veena, daughter of former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan, has been summoned by the Enforcement Directorate for questioning in a money laundering case. The probe centers on alleged financial transactions between Cochin Minerals and Rutile Ltd (CMRL) and her company, Exalogic Solutions. ED claims CMRL made payments of Rs 2.78 crore for IT consultancy, generating
