Day: July 9, 2026

Madhurima Tuli’s Heart Soaked in Mumbai Rains 

Arijit Bose

Mumbai (Anil Bedag): Gentle showers, cool breezes, and the earthy fragrance of wet soil—Mumbai’s monsoon brings its own unique charm every year. This season, actress Madhurima Tuli was seen embracing the magic of the rains with effortless grace. Dressed in a stylish yet comfortable look, she made the most of the beautiful weather, enjoying every moment. Whether admiring the raindrops or simply soaking in the refreshing atmosphere, her radiant smile reflected the joy that can be found in life’s simplest pleasures. Known for her fashionable style and graceful personality, Madhurima…

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Switzerland Beat Colombia on Penalties to Set Up World Cup Quarter-final Clash with Argentina

Arijit Bose

Vancouver: Switzerland booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals after defeating Colombia 4-3 in a penalty shootout following a goalless draw in regulation and extra time. The hard-fought Round of 16 victory sets up a mouthwatering last-eight clash with defending champions Argentina. Swiss captain Granit Xhaka, Zeki Amdouni, Cédric Itten and Rubín Vargas all converted their penalties in the shootout. For Colombia, Juan Quintero, Jhon Arias Campaz and Luis Díaz found the net, but Davinson Sánchez and Juan Camilo “Cucho” Hernández failed to convert, allowing Switzerland to…

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Messi Redeems Himself as Argentina Stage Stunning Comeback to Reach World Cup Quarter-finals

Arijit Bose

Atlanta: Lionel Messi overcame the disappointment of a missed penalty by scoring a crucial equaliser as defending champions Argentina produced a remarkable late comeback to defeat Egypt 3-2 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16, sealing a place in the quarter-finals. Trailing 2-0 with just over 10 minutes remaining, Argentina scored three goals in the final 13 minutes to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. Defender Cristian Romero sparked the revival in the 79th minute before Messi levelled the score six minutes from full time. Midfielder Enzo…

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India Strengthens Strategic Footprint in the Indo-Pacific Through Defence, Diplomacy and Regional Partnerships

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: India is steadily expanding its strategic influence across the Indo-Pacific through a combination of indigenous defence capabilities, stronger regional partnerships and an increasingly proactive foreign policy. The country’s growing engagement with key maritime nations, particularly Indonesia, reflects its ambition to play a larger role in maintaining regional security, economic cooperation and strategic stability. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India’s foreign policy has increasingly focused on strengthening ties with Indo-Pacific nations while promoting mutual respect, shared prosperity and a rules-based international order. Recent high-level engagements with…

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Lucknow Police Arrest Culpable Homicide Accused in Fatal Assault Over Goat Dispute

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Banthra Police of the Lucknow Commissionerate have arrested a man accused of culpable homicide following the death of a 32-year-old villager who was allegedly assaulted during a dispute over a goat. According to police, the case was registered after Ram Kumar Rawat, a resident of Mawai Padiyana village in Banthra, lodged a complaint stating that his son, Jitendra Kumar (32), had been assaulted following an altercation related to tying a goat. The victim sustained serious injuries during the incident. Jitendra was initially treated at GSRM Hospital before being…

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Zero Tolerance on Crime: Lucknow Police District-Ban History-Sheeter

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In a significant action aimed at curbing crime and maintaining public order, the Bakshi Ka Talab (BKT) Police in Lucknow Commissionerate have externed a declared history-sheeter from the district for six months under the provisions of the Uttar Pradesh Goonda Control Act, 1970. The action was carried out in compliance with an order issued by the Joint Commissioner of Police (Crime & Headquarters), Lucknow, under Case No. 63(40)/2026, State vs. Anuj Singh. The externment order was passed on July 3, 2026, under Section 3 of the Act. The accused,…

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Uttar Pradesh Directs Intensified Crackdown on Drug Trafficking, Calls for Greater Public Awareness of Narcotics Helpline

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh has intensified its efforts to curb the illegal transportation, trafficking and trade of narcotic substances, with Agricultural Production Commissioner Deepak Kumar directing authorities to undertake coordinated and sustained action across the state. Chairing the second meeting of the State-Level Committee of the Narco Coordination Centre (NCORD), Deepak Kumar reviewed measures to combat drug abuse, strengthen enforcement against narcotics trafficking, expand de-addiction awareness campaigns and improve coordination among various government departments. He instructed officials to maintain regular surveillance of identified drug trafficking hotspots in every district and implement…

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Air Marshal Jasvir Singh Mann Takes Charge as Chief of Southern Air Command

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: Air Marshal Jasvir Singh Mann, a recipient of the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM) and Vayu Sena Medal (VM), assumed charge as the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C) of the Southern Air Command of the Indian Air Force on July 1, 2026. He was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour at the Southern Air Command headquarters on the occasion. Commissioned into the fighter stream of the Indian Air Force on December 16, 1989, Air Marshal Mann is a highly accomplished fighter pilot with more than 3,000 flying hours on…

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Digital India Completes 11 Years: Digital Healthcare, Payments and Online Marketplaces Transform Everyday Life

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: Eleven years after the launch of the Digital India programme, the initiative has emerged as one of the country’s most significant governance and technology transformations, reshaping healthcare, financial inclusion, public service delivery and digital commerce. Since its launch on July 1, 2015, Digital India has built a robust digital public infrastructure that is making daily life more convenient for millions of citizens across urban and rural India. From street vendors accepting instant digital payments to Anganwadi workers updating child health records in real time and rural artisans selling…

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Rajnath Singh Says India Has Progressed from Scarcity Towards a Developed Nation in 12 Years

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said India has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past 12 years, progressing from an era of scarcity to self-reliance, from self-reliance to self-confidence, and now towards becoming a developed nation. Addressing a media organisation’s event in New Delhi, he said the government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi has laid a strong foundation for a “Viksit Bharat” through a policy of “Reform, Perform and Transform.” The Defence Minister said the government’s first term focused on removing shortages, expanding opportunities and improving work culture, while…

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