Authorities have issued a stern notice to Telegram, demanding proactive measures against the rampant circulation of pirated films and shows. The government insists the messaging app must go beyond individual channel takedowns and implement robust systems to detect and remove infringing content. This move follows previous concerns regarding Telegram's use for illegal activities, including fraud and the distribution of harmful material. An action report is expected within fifteen days.

Good news for monsoon-hit India! A low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal is set to boost rainfall across central and western regions for the next five days, significantly reducing the deficit. While this brings relief for sowing, authorities are on alert for potential extreme weather events, with red alerts issued for several states. Monsoon is also advancing into northwest India, with full country coverage expected soon.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla confirmed the report on corruption charges against Justice Yashwant Varma will be presented in the monsoon session, despite his resignation. The House will decide the next steps after the report's tabling, which could happen on the session's first day. Justice Varma faces allegations of financial irregularities following a fire incident at his Delhi residence last year.

A 46-year-old male motorcyclist was taken to hospital after an accident in Bedok that led to five bus services being diverted.The accident, involving a van and a motorcycle, happened at about 12.50pm on Saturday (July 4) along Bedok North Avenue 3. Map showing where the accident happened. GRAPHIC: Google Maps, Social media A video of the accident posted on social media shows the van stopped in the middle of the junction with significant damage to its front bumper.Meanwhile, a motorcycle is seen on its side just ahead of the van. The motorcyclist is lying in the middle of the two-lane road as passers-by tend to him.A Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) ambulance is later seen arriving at the scene.

Russia and the United States have vast prospects of mutually beneficial cooperation, Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov said

Kylian Mbappe scored the winning goal from the penalty spot at the 70th minute

Yury Ushakov also added that the talk between the two leaders was businesslike and rather constructive

They had originally planned to pass through the strait closer to Oman

Vladimir Putin congratulated the US leader on the milestone holiday

This is a specific example evidencing that the two powers are interested in closely working together, and in the most different spheres, Yury Ushakov said

The heads of states stressed importance of continuing the bilateral interaction in their talk, including on military-political and economic topics

Yury Ushakov noted that the US President again confirmed readiness to facilitate the soonest possible cessation of hostilities and the search for peaceful solutions to overcome the crisis

India has declared 23 individuals from Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir as terrorists, targeting Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish operatives. Home Minister Amit Shah stated these individuals are involved in anti-India activities, including terror attacks and recruitment. The designated terrorists are linked to significant attacks like Pathankot and the Rameshwaram Cafe blast, with some also involved in reconnaissance for future strikes. This move underscores the government's firm stance against terrorism.

India's road transport ministry is introducing mandatory cybersecurity and software update rules for advanced vehicles. Starting October, new models with Level-3 automation and above will need to comply, followed by existing models and then vehicles with over-the-air update capabilities. This proactive measure addresses the growing threat of cyberattacks on increasingly connected cars, ensuring safer journeys for all.

Vehicle manufacturers are defending the government's mandatory 20% ethanol blending in petrol, assuring the public that no engine damage has been observed. While acknowledging a slight drop in fuel efficiency for older vehicles due to lower calorific value, industry leaders state field experience has been positive. Discussions are ongoing with the government regarding flex-fuel vehicles as a future pathway.

Amidst global energy turmoil, India, under PM Modi's leadership, bolstered domestic LPG output and secured diverse crude supplies. Strategic diplomacy and policy interventions successfully shielded citizens from potential shortages and price surges. The inauguration of the HPCL Rajasthan Refinery marks a significant step in India's expanding refining prowess, positioning it as the world's fourth-largest refining nation.

The government aims to reintroduce its ambitious women's reservation bill in the upcoming monsoon session after a previous defeat. Speaker Om Birla's decision on defecting MPs could bolster the ruling alliance's numbers. Discussions are also expected on potential changes to the bill to address concerns from southern states, alongside a proposal for automatic removal of leaders facing serious criminal charges.

German police have clashed with left-wing activists trying to derail the right-wing Alternative for Germany party’s convention in Erfurt Read Full Article at RT.com

The US and Russian leaders spoke for nearly 1.5 hours on the 250th anniversary of American independence, according to Kremlin aide Ushakov Read Full Article at RT.com

The roar of a professional basketball crowd are sounds the Yukon had only heard on TV, until today. Basketball fans are excited following courtside access as the Canadian Elite Basketball League brings Whitehorse its first ever professional basketball game.

A young girl was severely injured Saturday morning after falling from an 11th-floor balcony, Ottawa paramedics say.

The body of slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is expected to be carried through Shia Muslims’ holiest sites in Iran and Iraq Read Full Article at RT.com

The prime minister confirmed that a new constitution will be drafted in Hungary and later put to a national referendum

Trump had previously stated that the U.S. had granted Iran a one-week break in negotiations due to Ali Khamenei’s funeral

According to the journalist, Zelensky congratulated Trump on the 250th anniversary of US independence

Azzedine Ounahi scored in the 50th and 82nd minutes, and Soufiane Rahimi in the 90+8 minute

As for the main suspect in the attack, 39-year-old Anastasia Berezovskaya, law enforcement has not yet managed to apprehend her

TEHRAN - The International Day of Cooperatives is marked every year on July 4. The 2026 theme of the  International Day of Cooperatives, “Cooperatives for a peaceful world”, affirms the contribution of cooperative enterprises to social justice, inclusion and solidarity.