National News-
23.5 pc salary hike for central govt employees as Cabinet clears 7th Pay Commission recommendations
The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the recommendations made by the 7th pay commission that would increase the salaries of over 1 crore government employees and pensioners by at least 23.5 per cent. The changes are likely to be implemented from January 1, 2016. Read more.
NIA uncovers suspected ISIS module in Hyderabad, several detained
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday uncovered a suspected ISIS terror cell in Hyderabad. A total of 11 people have been detained for questioning by the NIA in this connection, reports said. Read more.
Parliament’s Monsoon Session from July 18, government hopeful on GST
The Monsoon Session of the Parliament will commence from July 18 and end on August 12, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Venkaiah Naidu said today. Read more.
Decks cleared for malls and restaurants to remain open 24X7; Cabinet approves Model Shop & Establishment Act
In a move aimed at providing flexibility to shops and malls on issues including the timings of opening and closing throughout the year, the Union Cabinet today cleared the Model Shop and Establishment Act. Read more.
Monsoon picks up pace, to hit Delhi in 2-3 days: IMD
After making a slow progress, the Southwest Monsoon has gained momentum and advance further into several parts of the country. According to India Meteorological Department (IMD), monsoon is likely to hit the national capital in next 2-3 days. Read more.
SC rejects plea by LGBT ‘activists’ on Section 377, refers it to Constitution bench
The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to examine a fresh Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking repealing of Section 377 and referred the petition to the Chief Justice of India, saying the issue was already pending before a constitution bench. Read more.
International News-
41 dead, over 239 injured as blasts rock Istanbul Ataturk Airport, ISIS prime suspect
The death toll from the suicide attack on Istanbul's Ataturk airport has risen to 41, with over 230 others injured, according to a statement by Istanbul city governor. Read more.
India stalling dialogue to avoid negotiations on Kashmir: Sartaj Aziz
Pakistan Prime Minister’s Adviser on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz today said that his country will not back from its principled stance on talks with India as he accused New Delhi of "avoiding" a dialogue with Islamabad because issues such as Kashmir will have to be negotiated. Read more.
Brexit might not happen, John Kerry says after meeting David Cameron
US Secretary of State John Kerry has said that United Kingdom might not ever leave the European Union despite Britain having voted to leave the 28-nation bloc last week. Read more.
Business News-
Money Laundering case: Vijay Mallya ordered to appear before PMLA court on July 29
A Mumbai special court has asked liquor baron Vijay Mallya to appear before it on July 29 in connection with the money laundering probe against him. Read more.
Amul to officially sponsor Indian contingent for Rio Olympics 2016
Amul, the Dairy major of India, announced that it has bagged the sponsorship of the Indian contingent at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games to be held in August. This is not the first time that Amul is sponsoring the Indian team at such a level. Back in 2012, Amul sponsored the Indian contingent at the London Olympic Games. Read more.
Supreme Court dismisses PIL seeking ban on WhatsApp
The Supreme Court on Wednesday dismissed a petition, seeking a ban on WhatsApp, the instant messaging platform for end-to-end encryption. Read more.
Freedom 251: Company delays shipping by a week, CEO seeks time with PM Modi for ‘Make In India’ push
Ringing Bells Freedom 251, the world’s cheapest smartphone, has pushed the dates for beginning to ship the product by a week. As a result, the phone, which was scheduled to start shipping from June 30, will now finally begin from July 7, the company said today. Read more.
Entertainment News-
Youtube removes short film ‘Kriti’ after plagiarism claim as Shirish Kunder loses ‘copyright’ battle
In a major blow to filmmaker Shirish Kunder, YouTube has taken down his short film ‘Kriti’ after it was challenged over copyright by a Nepali filmmaker. Starring Radhika Apte and Manoj Bajpayee in lead roles, the short film was reportedly watched over 2.5 million times before it was taken down. Read more.
'Desi Girl' shines: US comedy group thanks India for gifting Priyanka Chopra to the world
They are fascinated with the culture and history of India, but more than that they are awestruck with the talent of Bollywood's 'desi girl' Priyanka Chopra. Brian Q Quinn, on behalf of his popular American comedy troupe The Tenderloins, says Priyanka is a "worldwide treasure", adding that no one can ever "pay back India for gifting" her to the globe. Read more.
Chandamama Door Ke: Sushant Singh Rajput to play an astronaut in his next movie
Looks like actor Sushant Singh Rajput is keen on experimenting with his roles. In his short career span of six movies Bollywood, he has played a lover boy (in Shudh Desi Romance), a detective (Detective Byomkesh Bakshi) and a cricketer (in yet to be released Dhoni: The Untold Story). Read more.
Sports News-
Don’t sit in Bangkok when coach is selected: Sourav Ganguly’s ‘advice’ to Ravi Shastri
Former Indian team skipper Sourav Ganguly today said that he “was hurt and saddened” by Ravi Shastri's personal comments on him after the BCCI’s powerful Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) appointed Anil Kumble as the head coach of Team India. Read more.
It's not about Ravi Shastri or me, it's about players: Team India’s head coach Anil Kumble
Anil Kumble today officially took charge as the head coach of the Indian cricket team. Speaking to media for the first time after BCCI announced his appointment, the former skipper broke his silence on controversy surrounding Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) snubbing Ravi Shastri during his job interview. Read more.
BCCI resolves match-shifting menace, decides to build its own stadium in Delhi
Fed up with making changes in the venue of important matches due to various reasons, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) may soon have a stadium of its own. Read more.
