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Himachal Braces for Wet Spell as Weather System Returns; IMD Warns of Heavy Showers from July 18

Himachal Braces for Wet Spell as Weather System Returns; IMD Warns of Heavy Showers from July 18

Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): After enjoying nearly a week of largely dry weather, Himachal Pradesh is preparing for another active phase of the monsoon, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting widespread rainfall from July 18 onward. Officials have cautioned that the fresh spell could bring intense showers, increasing the possibility of flash floods, landslides and overflowing seasonal streams in vulnerable regions. According to meteorologists, a new Western Disturbance is expected to influence the state from Thursday afternoon, gradually strengthening rainfall activity over the following days. While the weather is likely to remain mostly clear until then, cloud cover is expected…
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Monsoon Pause Continues in Punjab; Rainfall Expected in Pockets as Heatwave-Like Conditions Persist

Monsoon Pause Continues in Punjab; Rainfall Expected in Pockets as Heatwave-Like Conditions Persist

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab continues to experience a temporary break in monsoon activity, with soaring temperatures and high humidity making weather conditions increasingly uncomfortable across the state. While isolated showers are expected in several districts over the coming days, meteorologists say widespread rainfall is unlikely until fresh weather systems become active later this week. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Yellow Alert for hot and humid conditions in parts of southern Punjab, including Bathinda, Mansa, Barnala, Muktsar, Faridkot, Moga, Fazilka and Ferozepur. Residents have been advised to avoid prolonged exposure to the afternoon sun and remain prepared for…
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Argentina Books Consecutive FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Berth After Dramatic Victory Over England

Argentina Books Consecutive FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Berth After Dramatic Victory Over England

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): Argentina produced another memorable knockout performance, scoring twice in the closing moments to defeat England 2-1 and secure a place in the FIFA World Cup final. The reigning champions will now have the opportunity to defend their crown against Spain in the tournament's title clash. England looked set to pull off a major upset after Anthony Gordon put his side ahead in the latter stages of the semifinal. With only minutes remaining, the Three Lions appeared to be within touching distance of their first World Cup final in decades. However, Argentina refused to back down. Constant attacking…
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European Giants Knocked Out, Uruguay Fail to Get Out of Group Stage: FIFA World Cup 2026 Underachievers

European Giants Knocked Out, Uruguay Fail to Get Out of Group Stage: FIFA World Cup 2026 Underachievers

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has produced numerous surprises and none of them would have shocked the international footballing world as two European giants, Germany and the Netherlands, crashed out of the tournament at the Round of 32 stage.   Julian Nagelsmann’s men lost to Paraguay on penalties   While teams like Egypt, Cape Verde, and Paraguay, along with co-hosts USA and Canada, have punched above their weight continuously in the ongoing World Cup, several teams have underachieved given their past achievements and on-paper strength of the squad.   Let’s have a look at the top five teams which failed…
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Philips Avent Launches Sterilizer and Dryer Premium in India to Simplify Everyday Baby Bottle Hygiene

Philips Avent Launches Sterilizer and Dryer Premium in India to Simplify Everyday Baby Bottle Hygiene

Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in mother and child care, today announced the launch of the Philips Avent Sterilizer and Dryer Premium (SCF293/00) in India, a compact all-in-one appliance designed to help parents sterilize, dry and store baby feeding essentials with greater convenience. The launch builds on Philips Avent's recent science-led infant hygiene awareness campaign(1) featuring actor and new mother Yami Gautam Dhar, which encouraged parents to rethink traditional boiling and adopt sterilization as an important step in infant bottle hygiene.   Philips Avent Launches Sterilizer and Dryer Premium in India   With this new innovation,…
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Trident Group Unveils Innovation-Led Growth Strategy at Bharat Tex 2026, Backed by Dedicated Innovation Cell and 100 Crore Invested in R&D

Trident Group Unveils Innovation-Led Growth Strategy at Bharat Tex 2026, Backed by Dedicated Innovation Cell and 100 Crore Invested in R&D

Trident Group, a global conglomerate and a leading name in the home textiles industry, today outlined its next phase of growth at Bharat Tex 2026, anchored on an innovation-led strategy, manufacturing excellence and sustainable value creation. This year's theme, ‘The Expression of Living,’ reflected the company's vision for the future of home textiles, highlighting textile innovation, contemporary design and evolving consumer lifestyles.    Giriraj Singh, Union Minister of Textiles, with Padma Shri Dr. Rajinder Gupta, Rajya Sabha MP & Chairman Emeritus, Trident Group, and Neha Gupta Bector, Chairperson, myTrident, at Bharat Tex 2026   Building on a resilient FY27 performance,…
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GDAI Launches 'Supernova' to Build India's Next Generation of Investable Gaming Studios

The Game Developer Association of India (GDAI), India’s apex industry body representing the Indian gaming ecosystem, today announced Supernova, a national incubation program designed to scale Indian gaming studios from development to publishing.    GDAI’s Supernova bridges the gap in India’s Indie game development segment of access to structured mentorship, venture funding, publishers, and guidance on integrating AI into production pipelines. The incubation program is developed with global industry partners like Tencent, PhonePe’s Indus Appstore, 1312 Interactive, Sanchi Connect and more, making it one of the largest programs facilitated by GDAI to enable ecosystem growth. In its inaugural year, Supernova…
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Padma Shri Sridhar Vembu Inaugurates VELS Thiruvanmiyur Campus – India's First AI-Integrated Vertical University Campus

Padma Shri Sridhar Vembu Inaugurates VELS Thiruvanmiyur Campus – India's First AI-Integrated Vertical University Campus

VELS Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies (VISTAS) inaugurated its landmark Thiruvanmiyur Campus, envisioned as India's First AI-Integrated Vertical University Campus, marking a significant milestone in its mission to build a future-ready higher education ecosystem.   Padma Shri Sridhar Vembu with H.E. Ahmed Mir Hashim Khoori, Mr. M. F. Rawoof Ali, Dr. Ishari K. Ganesh, and Dr. Preethaa Ganesh during the inauguration of the VELS Thiruvanmiyur Campus The campus was inaugurated by Padma Shri Sridhar Vembu, Chief Scientist and Co-Founder of Zoho Corporation, in the presence of His Excellency Ahmed Mir Hashim Khoori, Member of the Federal National Council,…
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Alberta, Quebec Partner to Expand AI Use in Government, Focus on Faster Public Services

Alberta, Quebec Partner to Expand AI Use in Government, Focus on Faster Public Services

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta and Quebec have announced a new interprovincial partnership to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in government, with both provinces aiming to improve public services, modernize operations and reduce costs through shared innovation. The agreement, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), will allow the two provinces to collaborate on AI policy, governance, workforce training and digital transformation. Officials say the initiative is intended to help governments deliver services more efficiently while ensuring responsible implementation of emerging technologies. Under the pact, Alberta's Minister of Technology and Innovation Nate Glubish joined Quebec's Minister of Cybersecurity and…
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Alberta Announces Additional $16 Million to Expand Support for Family Violence Survivors

Alberta Announces Additional $16 Million to Expand Support for Family Violence Survivors

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta government has unveiled a fresh investment of $16 million to strengthen services for people affected by family violence, aiming to improve access to support programs and help agencies better respond to the needs of vulnerable individuals across the province. The funding comes on top of the $62 million previously committed toward family violence initiatives and will be channelled through the Emergency Family Violence Services program. According to the government, nearly $15 million will be directed into three new funding streams designed to enhance community-based services, while more than $700,000 has been earmarked to help family…
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