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For thousands of years, this giant tortoise has been digging burrows across the Sahara, and scientists now think those tunnels may play a bigger ecological role than anyone realised

Across the harsh, sun-scorched edges of the Sahara and the Sahel, one of Africa's largest reptiles has been quietly doing something that scientists are only now beginning to properly study, digging burrows so extensive that they may be reshaping the very soil around it. The African spurred tortoise, known scientifically…

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Wedding expenses, car purchase among Rs 19 lakh spending disclosed by Ram Temple donation theft accused

Fresh financial leads have emerged in the Ram Temple donation embezzlement case. Accused Avinash Shukla reportedly revealed an additional Rs 19 lakh in spending during interrogation, including significant amounts distributed to family and friends, and personal purchases like a car. Police are examining land deals and bank accounts, with legal…

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Asics ordered to pay Rs 10,000 compensation and refund Rs 6,499 to cusomter after shoes develop sole defect

A consumer commission has ordered Asics India to refund Rs 6,499 for a defective pair of running shoes and pay Rs 10,000 in compensation. The complainant reported the sole separating from the heel within a month of purchase. Asics' defense of no manufacturing defect was rejected as inconsistent with their…

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When hate crashed US birthday party

On America's 250th birthday, around 400 white nationalists from Patriot Front marched through Washington in matching attire. The group, known for its white ethnonationalist views, staged a choreographed demonstration. While many citizens expressed disgust, the administration's response was muted, with the Interior Secretary citing free speech. President Trump, who spoke…

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USA@250: One nation, under construction

America's 250th birthday bash in Washington was a spectacle of military displays, patriotic speeches, and a massive fireworks show. President Trump addressed thousands of supporters, highlighting national achievements and warning of threats, though the event was marred by thunderstorms and a white supremacist march. The celebrations underscored the nation's enduring…

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AI to fake cleanups, GPS app to skip work: Gurugram civic body officials fired for using AI-edited photos to show garbage complaint was resolved; MCG says waste was still lying at the site

Gurugram Municipal Corporation has fired an assistant sanitation inspector for using AI to fake the resolution of a garbage dumping complaint. He allegedly manipulated photos to show a site as clean, despite no work being done. In a separate incident, another official was dismissed for using GPS spoofing to falsify…

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America@250: The United States of Anxiety

TOI correspondent from Washington: When President Donald Trump asserted repeatedly in recent months that the United States has become the “hottest country in the world” little could anyone have imagined he meant it literally although some of his supporters attribute magical qualities to him.

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Antarctica missing nearly Argentina-sized sea ice, new study warns of faster global warming

Antarctica's role in global warming may be underestimated, a new study reveals. Researchers found Antarctic sea ice, cloud cover, and ocean heat absorption are more interconnected than climate models suggest. This suggests warming could accelerate, with significant implications for sea level rise and extreme weather. Urgent greenhouse gas emission cuts…

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India's factory boom comes with a growing cyber bill

Cyberattacks on Bajaj Auto and Tata Electronics have exposed a growing risk for India's manufacturing sector, compounded by rising automation and connectivity. Industry experts believe that the interconnected nature of factories creates vast opportunities for cybercriminals. The breaches raise alarms over the potential exposure of sensitive data from major players…

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AI's biggest winners may be the engineers who don't write code

India's AI data-centre industry is witnessing explosive growth, leading to an unprecedented demand for mechanical and electrical engineers skilled in power systems and cooling technologies. With firms heavily investing in necessary infrastructure, lucrative salary increases are becoming a norm for specialized positions. This trend emphasizes the essential nature of physical…

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India's banks are handing out more loans, but deposits aren't keeping up

Indian banks witnessed a surge in lending during the April-June quarter, outpacing deposit growth and widening the funding gap. This trend, driven by robust demand from corporate and retail sectors, has pushed the loan-to-deposit ratio to a decade-high, raising concerns about funding sustainability. While some lenders saw deposits decline, others…

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SAP tightens hiring, travel spend as it ramps up AI investments

German tech giant SAP is strategically curbing hiring, travel, and external spending to fuel its ambitious artificial intelligence investments. The company is prioritizing core AI roles and acquisitions, acknowledging rising costs associated with increased AI adoption. While non-essential internal travel is paused, customer-facing and AI-critical trips will proceed, reflecting SAP's…

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UK Hindus lose land bid to church and Muslim group

British Hindus in Cambridgeshire have been denied their first place of worship in Northstowe, with a local council awarding faith land to a church and Muslim group. Hindu Samaj Northstowe's bid, proposing an interfaith centre and temple, was scored lower than the Northstowe Church Network's proposal. This leaves around 150…

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Meet Bengaluru's Pratitee Bordoloi: Born 50 years after Kasparov, the 13-year-old maths prodigy becomes India's only medallist in World Youth Chess

Meet Bengaluru's Pratitee Bordoloi: Thirteen-year-old Woman FIDE Master Pratitee Bordoloi won silver at the FIDE World Youth Chess Championship 2026 in Italy, finishing as India’s only medallist. A maths prodigy with a shared birthday with Garry Kasparov, she combined sharp calculation, calm preparation and independent thinking to produce an unbeaten…

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Self-immolation outside UN draws fresh attention to Tibet

A Tibetan activist's self-immolation outside the UN headquarters in New York has reignited global attention on Tibet's human rights crisis. Lobga Rangzen's desperate act, protesting Chinese rule and new assimilation laws, highlights the fading international focus on the issue. This tragic event, occurring after over 150 similar protests in Tibet,…

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From hidden wearables to AI tools: How companies are tackling campus hiring fraud

Campus hiring faces a new wave of sophisticated cheating, fueled by generative AI. Recruiters are battling AI-powered tools, proxy candidates, and "interview-as-a-service" networks. Indian tech firms are deploying AI proctoring and coding assessment platforms to combat this growing threat. Companies are increasingly shifting to proctored technical assessments, recognizing that traditional…

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Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra not answerable to govt: Ministry of Home Affairs

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust operates autonomously, with no accountability to the Centre or Uttar Pradesh government, according to the Ministry of Home Affairs. This independent status was confirmed by the CIC, ruling the trust outside the RTI Act's purview. Ahead of a crucial July 6 meeting, the…

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'Are all citizens being made slaves of Indian govt': Bombay HC quashes externment order over CAA protests

The Bombay High Court has overturned an externment order against SDPI leader Saeed Ahmad Chaudhary, who organized protests against government policies like the Citizenship Act amendments. Justice Madhav Jamdar questioned the basis for the order, citing the right to protest and express dissent. The court emphasized that opposing government decisions…

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BSNL customer wins compensation: Man gets Rs 15,000 over landline that remained dead for years after telecom firm 'produced no evidence'

The Madhya Pradesh State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has dismissed BSNL's appeal against a lower court order directing it to restore a customer's landline and pay Rs 15,000 in compensation. The commission found that BSNL failed to produce any evidence supporting its claim that the connection could not be repaired…

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US capital ready for biggest pyrotechnics in history — in stifling heat

TOI correspondant from Washington: Some two centuries after Tipu Sultan’s Mysore projectiles, parlayed by the British into Congreve missiles, led Francis Scott Key to note the “rocket’s red glare” in the Star Spangled Banner, the US capital is about to discover that fireworks, no matter where they come from, are…

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India condemns demolition of 125-year-old Gurdwara in Pakistan, seeks restoration

India has strongly condemned the reported demolition of a 125-year-old Sikh Gurdwara in Pakistan's Farooqabad, terming it a "targeted act of vandalism." The Ministry of External Affairs urged Pakistan to investigate, restore the shrine, and bring perpetrators to justice, highlighting a pattern of attacks on religious minorities. The incident has…

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Indian student denied entry to the US because of a WhatsApp group? A viral post asks international students to be alert

A viral post urged international students to execise caution before they join any WhatsApp grpup, citing a case of an Indian student being denied entry to the US over WhatsApp activity. The post did not detail what exactly happened but claimed that a student who was returning to the US…

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Overcharged Rs 67 on shoe MRP, Bata ordered to refund student, pay Rs 2,000 compensation. Here's what happened

A law student's Rs 67 overcharge on shoes led to a significant ruling against Bata India by the Kerala Consumer Commission. The retailer was found guilty of deficiency in service and unfair trade practices for charging above the printed MRP without adhering to legal procedures for revised pricing. While upholding…

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From terror to tokens: Some of Trump’s $ 1.4b crypto jackpot comes via Pak pipeline

A 927-page disclosure filed with the US Office of Government Ethics shows Trump earned at least $2 billion in revenue during 2025, including an estimated $1.4 billion from cryptocurrency ventures controlled by trusts benefiting him. The extraordinary windfall has triggered fresh debate in Washington over conflicts of interest while simultaneously…

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