Rahul Gandhi, CM Adityanath extend 'warm', 'heartfelt' birthday greetings to SP chief Akhilesh Yadav

IANS | July 1, 2026 2:44 PM

New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) Leaders across the political spectrum, including Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya and BSP chief Mayawati wished Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav on his 53rd birthday.

New Army Chief Gen Dhiraj Seth salutes father after taking charge, receives brother's salute

IANS | July 1, 2026 2:40 PM

New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) An emotional moment marked General Dhiraj Seth's first day as the 31st Chief of the Army Staff on Wednesday when he saluted his father, Lieutenant General K.M. Seth (retd), after receiving the ceremonial Guard of Honour, in a touching gesture that reflected both military tradition and filial respect.

CBI arrests Haryana cadre IPS officer in bribery case

IANS | July 1, 2026 2:40 PM

New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Wednesday arrested a 2012-batch IPS officer, Deepak Gahlawat of the Haryana cadre, currently posted on Central deputation with the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) in Delhi, in connection with an alleged bribery case.

Jivial Industries shares list at 20 pc discount, extend losses after weak debut

IANS | July 1, 2026 2:39 PM

Mumbai, July 1 (IANS) Jivial Industries made a weak debut on the BSE SME platform on Wednesday, with its shares listing significantly below the initial public offering (IPO) price.

'Cannot forget Ketan's innocence': Singer who performed at Agarwal family function

IANS | July 1, 2026 2:36 PM

Mumbai, July 1 (IANS) Singer Reetu Sharma, who had performed at a function of Ketan Agarwal's family on May 7, said that she is "constantly reminded" of his warm nature and words from that day as she demanded strict punishment for the accused.

Rajkumar Hirani reveals Ranbir Kapoor used to come on set at 3 am during 'Sanju'

IANS | July 1, 2026 2:31 PM

Mumbai, July 1 (IANS) At a time when several actors are advocating for an 8-hour work shift, filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani revealed that Ranbir Kapoor used to come on set at 3 am during the shoot of their 2018 release 'Sanju'.

Laxhar Evidence Labs gets NABL accreditation for forensic testing

IANS | July 1, 2026 2:28 PM

New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) Noida-based Laxhar Evidence Labs Private Limited on Wednesday announced that it has received accreditation from the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) for forensic testing, claiming to be the first private forensic laboratory in India to secure accreditation across multiple forensic disciplines simultaneously.

FIFA WC: When and where to watch USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina, know all details

IANS | July 1, 2026 2:24 PM

Santa Clara, July 1 (IANS) Hosts USA will take on Bosnia and Herzegovina in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 on Thursday, aiming to book their place in the last 16 at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium.

Krishna Shroff says sweating out does more good for skin than expensive skincare products

IANS | July 1, 2026 2:23 PM

Mumbai, July 1 (IANS) Fitness icon and social media influencer Krishna Shroff believes the secret to her healthy, glowing skin lies far beyond expensive beauty products, and more within her inner self.

Shruti Haasan resumes shooting for Dulquer Salmaan-starrer 'Aakasam Lo Oka Tara'

IANS | July 1, 2026 2:22 PM

Hyderabad, July 1 (IANS) Actress Shruti Haasan has now resumed shooting for director Pavan Sadineni's eagerly awaited film 'Aakasam Lo Oka Tara' (AOT), featuring actors Dulquer Salmaan and Satvika Veeravalli in the lead.