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Tech & Startups

Trump Endorsed the MyPillow Guy as Minnesota Governor. The State GOP Isn’t Buying It

Wired · Global

After Trump publicly backed pillow salesman turned election denier Mike Lindell for governor of Minnesota, the local GOP pushed back strongly.

Geopolitics

Why Japan wants to create its first modern spy agency since World War II

The Washington Post – World · US

President Donald Trump’s push for Japanese self-reliance aligns with the long-standing desire of conservatives in Tokyo to build intelligence capabilities.

Geopolitics

South Korea returns looted Qing dynasty lions to China in cultural diplomacy win

South China Morning Post – World · China

South Korea has returned a pair of Qing dynasty (1644-1911) marble sculptures to China, a symbolic gesture as the two nations work to repair bilateral ties thr…

Geopolitics

NY mayor hires Lina Khan who went after Amazon, Meta and Google in her days as FTC head

Times of India – World · India

New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani has roped in Lina Khan to lead the board of directors for the New York City Economic Development Corporation (EDC). The form…

Startups

Intel reports fastest revenue growth in 15 years riding AI infra wave

Your Story · India

Intel Data Centre and AI business grew 59% to $6.3 billion, while Intel Foundry, its contract manufacturing business, recorded 31% revenue growth.

Tech & Startups

European Researchers Say Big Tech Is Blocking Access to Their Data

Wired · Global

EU law gives researchers unprecedented rights to scrutinize social media data. Researchers say TikTok, X, and Meta impede their attempts to look inside.

Geopolitics

University courses covering Israel-Palestine should be audited, Julian Leeser tells royal commission

The Guardian – World · Europe

Inquiry’s focus this week is on security for the Jewish community, with the MP telling the commissioner his son is afraid to attend synagogues and eventsGet ou…

General

Wildberries says two warehouses were hit near St. Petersburg in a drone attack

NBC News – World · US

Two warehouses belonging to leading Russian online retailer Wildberries were hit in St. Petersburg and in the Leningrad region, the company said.

Geopolitics

China adds EU entities to export control list

South China Morning Post – World · China

China has added 14 entities from the European Union to its export control list, the Ministry of Commerce announced on Friday. Effective immediately, the order …

Geopolitics

France orders evacuation of Cap Ferret peninsula as wildfire spreads – Europe live

The Guardian – World · Europe

Evacuees have been told to leave using hundreds of mobilised boats or the only road linking the area with the mainlandNuñez also warned about a second fire in …

Geopolitics

Weather tracker: more than 900 wildfires rage across Canada

The Guardian – World · Europe

Fires remain out of control in Northwest Territories and Ontario, while Argentina endures record night-time heatRecent hot, dry weather in Canada has triggered…

Geopolitics

'Reckless': CJI Surya Kant rejects reports of refusing hearing on police action against students

Times of India – World · India

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant denied reports of refusing a petition. He clarified that no formal petition challenging police action was filed. A lawyer had…

Startups

From Physical Rituals to Digital Rewards: How Corporate Gifting is Being Rewritten in India

Your Story · India

The traditional corporate gift is losing ground to something far more utilitarian: a reward the recipient actually gets to choose. As organizations rethink how…

Geopolitics

Heatwave and online shopping drive up retail sales in Great Britain

The Guardian – World · Europe

Hot weather and World Cup fever help defy analyst expectations of decline, with sales volumes up 1% in JuneOnline sales accounted for the highest level of reta…

Geopolitics

Japan’s overworked defence ministry plans first new bureau since 2007

South China Morning Post – World · China

Japan’s move to establish a new bureau to boost defence cooperation with allies is part of Tokyo’s wider policy to deepen deterrence against China, analysts sa…

Geopolitics

'There is such a thing as optics too': Opposition reacts to Wangchuk ending hunger strike

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with a dedicated team to deliver timely, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, journalists verify and present…

Geopolitics

Spain declares national emergency over wildfires near Madrid and in Avila

The Hindu – World · India

Spain and much of southern Europe ‌face increasingly severe wildfire seasons that scientists have linked ⁠to climate change

Geopolitics

Coke is hit? In India, Iran war can shortage sends Diet Coke prices fizzing

South China Morning Post – World · China

First, the US-Israeli war on Iran sparked a Diet Coke shortage in India by squeezing supplies of aluminium cans, triggering an unusual wave of “Diet Coke parti…

Geopolitics

'Will monitor throughout the year': SC assures 'institutionalisation' of NEET reforms

Times of India – World · India

​​A bench of Justices PS Narasimha and Alok Aradhe said the affidavit must explain the steps taken to institutionalise the reforms instead of relying on ad hoc…

Geopolitics

Germany: Friedrich Merz announces Cabinet reshuffle

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Chancellor Friedrich Merz has announced a Cabinet reshuffle in the wake of the resignation of conservative heavyweight Jens Spahn over a surrogacy controversy.…

Startups

Long hours, little sleep: BII startup wellness survey reveals the cost of building companies

Your Story · India

At the 8th edition of Bertelsmann India Investments’ ‘Rally for Health’ badminton championship, the firm’s inaugural Founder Wellness Survey found that nearly …

Geopolitics

South China Sea: Beijing and Manila trade blame on second day of Scarborough Shoal clashes

South China Morning Post – World · China

China-Philippine clashes continued near the hotly contested Scarborough Shoal for the second day on Friday, as Beijing started military drills in the South Chi…

Geopolitics

Historic first at Commonwealth Games as Braille medals debut in Glasgow

Times of India – World · India

Glasgow 2026 will introduce historic medals with braille and tactile elements for visually impaired athletes. This innovation ensures a more inclusive experie…

Geopolitics

India: Wangchuk ends hunger strike, clears way for government-CJP talks

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike 'in view of possible violence in the country,' paving way for dialogue between Modi's government and Coc…

Geopolitics

Wall Street funds back China’s WuXi AppTec as weight-loss drug orders soar

South China Morning Post – World · China

US global asset managers, including BlackRock, have expanded stakes in mainland Chinese pharmaceutical contractor WuXi AppTec over the past two months, betting…

Geopolitics

Indian activist Wangchuk ends 26-day hunger strike

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended a 26-day hunger strike over leaked medical entrance exams

Startups

Swiggy board caps foreign ownership at 49.5%

Your Story · India

The proposal will now be placed before shareholders for approval through a special resolution at the company's 13th Annual General Meeting on August 18.

Startups

EV penetration may rise to 10-12% of total sales in FY27: report

Your Story · India

The report said it expects EV adoption to remain strongest in segments where the economics of electrification are already compelling.

Geopolitics

60 countries hit by new US ‘forced labour’ tariffs; Who’s on the list

Indian Express – World · India

- US imposes 10–12.5% tariffs on 60 trading partners under Section 301, targeting forced labor in supply chains. - Previous Section 122 tariffs expire Friday…

Geopolitics

Why Gujarat HC ordered Muslim family to shift buried body to community graveyard

Times of India – World · India

Gujarat high court ruled a Muslim family cannot bury relatives on disputed land. A designated community graveyard with sufficient space was available in Bhavna…

Geopolitics

Tehran slams Trump’s threat to use frozen Iranian assets as ‘incendiary’

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

President Trump says damages will be paid for by Iranian money that the US has 'in its possession, and controls'.

Geopolitics

Pakistan vows retaliation against any attack on its vessels amid West Asia conflict

The Hindu – World · India

Foreign Office spokesperson strongly rejected Amnesty International's latest report about Pakistan's strikes in Kabul claiming that it was unfortunate that suc…

Geopolitics

Project Kusha explained: Why India’s 'own S-400' is not designed to stop ballistic missiles

Times of India – World · India

India’s maiden test of the Kusha Surface-to-Air Missile marks a decisive step in building a layered air defence shield under Mission Sudarshan Chakra. Designed…

Geopolitics

South Korea’s SK Group chief ordered to pay ex-wife US$644 million in record divorce case

South China Morning Post – World · China

A ⁠South ⁠Korean court ⁠on Friday ordered SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won to pay his former ‌wife Roh Soh-yeong 944 billion won (US$644 million) in a divorce-re…

Geopolitics

Australian regulator TGA warns of ‘rare but severe’ eye disorder linked to GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic

The Guardian – World · Europe

TGA says product information for some diabetes and weight loss drugs updated with warning of NAION disorderFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updat…

Geopolitics

Ordered iPhone, got beard oil: Mumbai man wins Rs 2.14 lakh from Flipkart, seller

Times of India – World · India

A consumer commission ordered Flipkart and a seller to refund Rs 2.14 lakh. The Powai resident received beard growth oil instead of an iPhone 14 Pro. This co…

Startups

Scarcity in the age of AI: Why human value is rising

Your Story · India

As machines make outputs abundant, human judgment, trust, and creativity become rare — and rarity always commands a premium.

Geopolitics

China’s Kimi K3 ‘significantly below’ US rivals in hacking power, study shows

South China Morning Post – World · China

Chinese unicorn Moonshot AI’s Kimi K3 model trails far behind top American rivals in its ability to launch cyberattacks, joint British-US government research s…

Startups

CCI junks complaint against Eternal over Zomato platform fee, pricing practices

Your Story · India

The complainant had alleged that the difference arose due to inflated menu prices, delivery charges, platform fee and taxes.

Geopolitics

Super El Nino: is 2026 an ‘extremely destructive’ prelude? Next year might be worse

South China Morning Post – World · China

From massive typhoons and severe floods to scorching heat, China is being hit by a barrage of extreme weather events. Behind this surge in volatility lies a br…

Geopolitics

Cathay to raise passenger fuel surcharges by up to 41% amid Middle East tensions

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific Airways will raise fuel surcharges by up to 41 per cent on most passenger flights from August, citing escalating tensions…

Startups

NCLT stays Byju's bidding process till next hearing

Your Story · India

The case is part of the ongoing insolvency process involving Byju's, which has faced financial stress, legal disputes with lenders, and multiple regulatory and…

Geopolitics

Khalistani terror suspect, US national held while entering India from Nepal

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk features a dedicated team of journalists working around the clock to deliver current and comprehensive news. - Committed to excellence, they …

Geopolitics

Woman arrested over power theft after Hong Kong flat fire kills 5 pets

South China Morning Post – World · China

A Hong Kong woman has been arrested for allegedly stealing electricity after a fire broke out in her Mong Kok flat, killing three cats and two dogs. Investigat…

Geopolitics

After DU, JNU asks its students, staff to avoid Jantar Mantar protest site

Times of India – World · India

"​​Advisory All stakeholders of JNU’s epistemic community are advised to act responsibly and prioritize their personal safety. In accordance with the Hon’ble S…

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