Pawan Kalyan Fan Niranjan Death: Actor Mourns Young Fan After Emotional Meeting The Pawan Kalyan fan Niranjan death has left Telugu cinema fans emotional, just weeks after the actor-politician fulfilled the 17-year-old’s wish by visiting him at his home in Hanumakonda. Niranjan, who was battling Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Pawan Kalyan Meets Niranjan In Hanumakonda Pawan Kalyan had m

Bhogapuram Airport Licence Issued, Flights To Begin Soon Vizianagaram, July 9, 2026: The much-awaited Alluri Sitharama Raju Bhogapuram International Airport has moved closer to launch after receiving its aerodrome licence from the Ministry of Civil Aviation. Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu said the airport has achieved 100 per cent completion and is now ready for inauguration. The minister announced after inspecting the airport al

India backs Prambanan Temple restoration in Indonesia Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the Prambanan Temple complex in Yogyakarta has placed fresh global attention on one of Indonesia’s most important Hindu heritage sites. Modi visited the UNESCO World Heritage monument with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, and offered prayers at the ancient temple dedicated to the Trimurti — Shi

Rare daylight moment covered most of humanity on July 8 For a brief moment on July 8, almost the entire human population shared daylight or twilight at the same time. The unusual event happened because of a mix of Earth’s seasonal tilt and the way people are spread across the planet. At around 11:10 GMT, which was about 4:40 pm in India, nearly 99 per cent of the world’s population was either under direct sunlight or in some form of twilight. Only a

WhatsApp Username Feature Put On Hold In India Amid Fraud Concerns Meta-owned WhatsApp has received more time to respond to the Indian government’s notice over its proposed username feature. The messaging platform has also assured the Centre that the feature will not be rolled out in India until discussions with the government are completed. What Is The WhatsApp Username Feature? The proposed username feature will allow use

UEFA Blasts FIFA After Balogun Red Card Ban Reversal Sparks World Cup Row UEFA has strongly criticised FIFA after the governing body suspended the automatic red-card ban of United States striker Folarin Balogun during the FIFA World Cup 2026, allowing him to be available for the Round of 16 clash against Belgium. The decision has triggered a major football controversy, with UEFA warning that the move could damage the integrity and credibility of the tournament.

India-Russia Eye $50 Billion Investment Target By 2030 India and Russia have set a target to scale mutual investments to US$50 billion, around ₹4.41 lakh crore, by 2030, giving a fresh push to long-term economic cooperation between the two countries. The target was discussed during the India-Russia Joint Working Group on Priority Investment Projects held in Moscow. The meeting was co-chaired by India’s Department for Promotion of Industry and Interna

Govt To Summon Meta Officials Over Instagram CSAM Ads Allegations The Central government is set to summon Meta officials after allegations surfaced that Instagram carried paid advertisements promoting child sexual abuse material in India. The issue has raised serious questions over the platform’s ad moderation system and online child safety measures. According to the report, Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has directed officials of the Ministry of E

Arattai To Disable Usernames After WhatsApp Notice Row 3 July 2026: Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu has announced that Arattai will disable its username-based account feature, days after the Indian government raised concerns over username features on messaging platforms, including WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal. The move comes amid growing debate over whether usernames on messaging apps could increase the risk of online fraud, impersonation, and cybercrime

Huawei Band 11 series has been launched in India with prices starting from Rs 3,999 under market operating price. The new fitness band lineup includes Huawei Band 11, Huawei Band 11 Metal and Huawei Band 11 Pro, offering AMOLED displays, health tracking features and up to 14 days of battery life. Huawei Band 11 Price In India Huawei has introduced three models in the Band 11 lineup for Indian buyers. The series is

WhatsApp Username Rollout Paused In India Over Cyber Fraud Concerns India has asked Meta to pause the rollout of WhatsApp’s proposed username feature in the country, raising concerns over privacy, impersonation, and possible cyber-fraud risks. The government has reportedly sought a detailed explanation from Meta within three days and asked the company not to proceed with the feature until consultations are completed. What Is WhatsApp

How WhatsApp usernames change user identity sharing WhatsApp’s rollout of usernames introduces a new way for users to connect without directly sharing their mobile number. In India, where phone numbers are closely connected to UPI payments, Aadhaar verification, banking services, and multiple digital identity systems, this shift is especially significant. While phone numbers remain required for account creation and verification, they will no longer be the only way users identify or connect with each other on the platform. Privacy improvements and everyday impact The introduction of usernames helps reduce exposure of personal phone numbers in group chats, business communication, and online marketplaces. This can lower the chances of spam calls, unsolicited messages, and basic data harvesting. It also creates a separation between private identity and public interaction, which is increasingly important in large digital ecosystems like India’s. However, the actual privacy benefit will depend on how WhatsApp manages visibility settings and user discovery options. Cybersecurity concerns and impersonation risks At the same time, experts warn that usernames introduce new cybersecurity challenges. The biggest concern is impersonation, where attackers can create similar-looking usernames to deceive users. Unlike phone numbers, usernames can be copied or slightly modified, making fake accounts harder to detect at a glance. In India, where cyber fraud linked to messaging apps and digital payments is already rising, this increases the importance of careful identity verification. Safety features and implementation factors WhatsApp is expected to introduce additional protections such as a “username key” system, which restricts who can message a user even if they know the username. This could help reduce spam and unwanted contact. However, the overall effectiveness of the feature will depend on default settings, user awareness, and how strictly WhatsApp enforces anti-impersonation measures. The update represents a shift in digital identity handling, offering stronger privacy on one side while introducing new forms of security risk on the other.

Mumbai Rain Alert: IMD Issues Red Alert For Mumbai, Thane As Heavy Showers Hit Maharashtra Mumbai and neighbouring districts saw heavy rain on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, as the India Meteorological Department issued fresh warnings for heavy showers across parts of Maharashtra. Mumbai, Thane, and Palghar were placed under a red alert for extremely heavy rainfall at isolated places, while nearby regions were warned of heavy to very heavy rain, thunderstorms, and gusty

Jr NTR-Trivikram Film First Look Sparks Lord Murugan Identity Debate The first look of Jr NTR and director Trivikram Srinivas’s much-awaited mythological drama has created huge buzz online, but the announcement has also triggered a cultural debate. A line used in the film’s promotional caption referring to Lord Murugan as “Born in the North” has drawn criticism from several Tamil users on social media. The untitled film, backed by producer Naga V

Samsung Brings Galaxy Experiences To BTS World Tour ‘ARIRANG’ In London Samsung Electronics UK has announced a city-wide Galaxy experience programme for audiences attending BTS WORLD TOUR ‘ARIRANG’ in London this June and July. The campaign will bring together concert activations, fan experiences, personalised keepsakes, and limited-edition rewards across major London locations. As the official partner of BTS WORLD TOUR ‘ARIRANG’, Samsung is