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Boohoo fined €2.3 million by French watchdog over deceptive discounts
A French consumer‑protection agency has slapped the British online fashion retailer Boo Hoo with a €2.3 million fine, citing misleading discount claims and false product descriptions.…
Tarun Tejpal appeals in Supreme Court against 10-year term in 2013 rape case
Former newspaper editor Tarun Tejpal has filed an appeal challenging a 10‑year prison sentence handed down in a 2013 rape case, according to court…
Karnataka Chief Minister Seeks ‘Fairness’ for Southern States in Devolution and Delimitation
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday urged the Union government to adopt what he described as a “fairer” approach to fiscal federalism, arguing that…
Supreme Court Rewrites ‘Industry’ Definition, Ending 1978 Worker Protections
The Supreme Court’s latest ruling redefines the term “industry” under the Industrial Relations Code, effectively overturning a 1978 precedent that had broadened the definition…
Chilli Powder with Sawdust Among Adulterated and Expired Spices Seized from Two Units in Hyderabad
Over 11 tonnes of adulterated and expired spices were seized from two processing units in Hyderabad, marking one of the largest food safety operations…
Cabinet approves High Court bench for Jammu and Kashmir in Ladakh
The Union Cabinet has sanctioned the creation of a bench of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir in Ladakh, a move aimed at…
Joe Root equals Sachin Tendulkar’s record for most Test half‑centuries
Joe Root scored his 68th fifty in Test cricket, matching Sachin Tendulkar’s record for the most half‑centuries in the format, during England’s opening Test…
2.98 Lakh URLs Sent for Takedown; I4C Flags Scams, CSAM and Other Unlawful Content
The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) has disclosed that government departments have requested the removal of nearly 2.98 lakh URLs from social media…
US Open sets tennis history with record $5.5m prize for singles champions
The United States Tennis Association announced that the 2026 US Open will allocate a total of $108 million in player compensation, the largest prize pool…
Gangster shot dead outside Haryana court; 14 rounds fired, 1 attacker caught
Police have confirmed that Vinod Panu, also known as Kana, was fatally shot in a confrontation outside the Hisar district court parking area, marking…
Serie A’s Managerial Shake-Up: Can New Coaches End Inter’s Stranglehold on the Scudetto?
MILAN — Serie A is betting on a wave of fresh managerial talent to break Inter Milan’s iron grip on the Italian title, as…
Kolalu Dot Comedy: A Musical Satire Celebrating Art and Memory in Hubballi
HUBBALLI, Karnataka — A one-of-a-kind musical play, Kolalu Dot Comedy, will take center stage at Sawai Gandharva Hall in Deshpande Nagar tomorrow, blending humor,…
Andhra Pradesh Unveils ₹7,470 Crore Urban Infrastructure Push Under Hybrid Annuity Model
The Andhra Pradesh government has approved a ₹7,470 crore investment to overhaul urban infrastructure across the state’s Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), marking one of…
Centre Imposes 15-Day Sugar Stock Limit on Bulk Buyers as Prices Hit Record Highs
New Delhi, 2026 — The Indian government has imposed stringent restrictions on sugar stockholding for bulk consumers, capping storage at just 15 days in…
Premier League 2026/27: Title Defenders, New Challengers, and a Season of Unpredictability Ahead
The 2026/27 Premier League season begins this weekend, launching what promises to be one of the most fiercely contested campaigns in recent memory. Arsenal…
Morgan Rielly Reaffirms Commitment to Toronto Maple Leafs as Trade Rumours Fade Ahead of 2026 Season
TORONTO — As the Toronto Maple Leafs gear up for the 2026 NHL season, defenseman Morgan Rielly has moved to quell persistent trade speculation,…
NAMASTE Scheme Expansion Aims to Protect Marginalized Workers as Rejection Rates Raise Concerns
New Delhi, 2026 — India’s flagship welfare program for sewer and septic tank workers, the National Action Plan for the Safety and Health of…
Former OSD to Telangana Minister Konda Surekha Among Six Booked for Alleged Assault on Businessman
Hyderabad, Telangana — A former Officer on Special Duty (OSD) to Telangana Minister Konda Surekha and five others have been booked by police for…
Southern Zonal Council Meet: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Demands Equitable Federal Treatment for Southern States
Mamallapuram, Tamil Nadu — Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Vijay has issued a sharp rebuke to the central government, demanding fair and equitable treatment…
Rajasthan Local Body Polls Set to Reshape State Politics as Congress Mobilizes Grassroots Campaign
JAIPUR — The Rajasthan state government has officially announced the schedule for local body elections, marking the beginning of a high-stakes political contest across…
Kerala’s Anti-Drug Crackdown Yields 10,000 Cases and ₹100 Crore in Seizures as Government Vows Zero Tolerance
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala — Kerala’s sweeping anti-drug campaign, Operation Toofan, has registered over 10,000 cases and led to nearly 10,000 arrests in just 76 days,…
Maharashtra FDA Suspends Licences of Two Blinkit Facilities Over Food Safety Violations
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration has suspended the licences of two Blinkit-operated facilities in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and Mumbai after finding serious food safety…
Jharkhand BJP leaders meet Amit Shah in New Delhi
Jharkhand BJP leaders met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi, according to party sources. The leaders expressed strong support for the ongoing…
91 Local Bodies to Compete in Pookalam Contest in Kozhikode
A total of 91 local bodies across Kerala’s Kozhikode district will take part in a grand Pookalam competition, with participants ranging from grama panchayats…