Polling for the Bankipur Assembly by-election in Bihar began on Thursday amid tight security and widespread political interest. Although only one Assembly seat is at stake, the contest has drawn national attention because of the high-profile candidates and its potential impact on Bihar’s political landscape. The election is being viewed as an important test for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP),...
Microsoft Posts Strong Quarterly Growth as Cloud and AI Investments Drive Record Performance
Microsoft has reported another impressive financial quarter, demonstrating that its long-term investments in cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) are continuing to deliver substantial returns. The technology giant recorded strong revenue and profit growth as businesses worldwide accelerated the adoption of AI-powered tools and expanded their reliance on cloud infrastructure. The latest results reinforce Microsoft’s position as one of the...
Southern Europe Engulfed by Devastating Wildfires as Firefighters Lose Lives and France Battles Record-Breaking Blaze
Southern Europe is facing one of its most destructive wildfire emergencies in recent years, with deadly blazes spreading rapidly across France, Greece, Spain and several neighbouring countries. Extreme temperatures, prolonged drought and powerful winds have combined to create dangerous fire conditions, overwhelming emergency responders and forcing thousands of residents to flee their homes. The crisis has already claimed the lives...
Retired Government Bus Driver in West Bengal Found With Gold Worth ₹21.5 Crore and Cash Exceeding ₹28.5 Crore During Police Raid
A massive recovery of suspected unaccounted wealth has stunned authorities in West Bengal after police allegedly seized gold worth around ₹21.5 crore and cash exceeding ₹28.5 crore from the residence of a retired government bus driver in Birbhum district. The unexpected discovery has triggered an extensive investigation into the source of the assets, with officials examining whether the wealth was...
ITR Filing 2026: Government Rules Out Further Deadline Extension as Over 5 Crore Taxpayers Complete Returns
With the deadline for filing Income Tax Returns (ITRs) fast approaching, the Income Tax Department has made it clear that there will be no further extension beyond July 31, 2026, for eligible taxpayers. The announcement comes amid growing speculation that the deadline might be extended due to the large number of pending filings. Officials have urged taxpayers who are yet...
Bollywood Actress Kirti Kulhari Becomes Victim of Cyber Fraud, Loses ₹2.44 Lakh in Unauthorised Credit Card Transactions
Bollywood actress Kirti Kulhari has reportedly fallen victim to a cyber fraud in which fraudsters allegedly siphoned off ₹2.44 lakh through unauthorised credit card transactions. The incident has once again highlighted the increasing threat posed by cybercriminals who are using advanced methods to gain access to personal financial information and carry out fraudulent transactions. According to the complaint filed by...
Seattle Food Festival Shooting: Ballistics Show Teen Suspect’s Gun Did Not Kill Two Innocent Bystanders, Investigation Expands
A major development has emerged in the investigation into the deadly shooting at a popular food festival in Seattle after forensic experts determined that the firearm recovered from a 15-year-old suspect was not responsible for killing the two innocent bystanders who died in the incident. The finding has shifted the focus of the investigation, with authorities now intensifying efforts to...
Russia Intensifies Air Assault on Ukraine as Kyiv Faces Fresh Missile and Drone Barrage, Poland Scrambles Fighter Jets
Russia launched a fresh wave of missile and drone attacks across Ukraine overnight, targeting the capital city of Kyiv and several other regions in a renewed escalation of the ongoing conflict. The large-scale aerial assault triggered air raid sirens across the country, forcing thousands of residents to seek shelter as explosions echoed through the capital during the early hours. Ukrainian...
Underscore Error Leads to 18-Month Jail Ordeal for Innocent Man in Mistaken Identity Case
A simple punctuation mark in an online username turned into a life-altering nightmare for an innocent man, who spent 18 months behind bars after investigators mistakenly identified him as a criminal suspect. The extraordinary case has sparked widespread concern about the accuracy of digital investigations and the risks associated with relying heavily on online evidence without proper verification. The incident...
Japan Earthquake Death Toll Climbs to 23 as Rescue Teams Continue Search Amid Aftershocks
Japan is facing the aftermath of a powerful earthquake that has claimed at least 23 lives, while emergency responders continue extensive rescue operations to locate survivors trapped beneath collapsed buildings and debris. Authorities have warned that the death toll could increase as search efforts continue across the worst-affected areas. The earthquake caused widespread destruction, severely damaging residential neighbourhoods, commercial buildings...