WhatsApp Username Feature: How To Reserve Your Name Without Sharing Phone Number WhatsApp is preparing a major privacy update that will allow users to chat without sharing their phone numbers. The Meta-owned messaging platform has started allowing users to reserve unique usernames before the feature is rolled out more widely later this year. Until now, WhatsApp conversations have largely depended on phone numbers. Anyone who had a user’s mobile number

Paraguay hold their nerve to stun Germany after 120 minutes Paraguay delivered one of the standout results of the FIFA World Cup 2026 by defeating Germany 4-3 in a penalty shootout after a tightly contested 1-1 draw in the Round of 32. The match, played on June 29, 2026, in Boston, showcased Paraguay’s defensive discipline against a German side that controlled possession but failed to finish chances. Germany dictated the rhythm for long periods, creating multiple opportunities but repeatedly being denied by a compact Paraguayan defensive setup. Paraguay struck first through Julio Enciso, who converted a well-worked attacking move despite entering the game with injury concerns. Germany later found the equalizer, but struggled to convert dominance into a winning goal in both regular time and extra time. A key turning point arrived in extra time when Germany briefly thought they had taken the lead through Jonathan Tah. The goal was overturned after VAR review, with officials spotting a foul on Paraguayan goalkeeper Orlando Gill during the buildup. The decision kept Paraguay alive and shifted momentum back toward the underdogs. Gill shines in shootout as Germany suffer decisive miss The penalty shootout became the defining phase of the match, with Orlando Gill emerging as the standout performer. His crucial saves under pressure put Germany on the back foot, while Manuel Neuer briefly kept his side in contention with a save of his own. However, Germany’s inconsistency from the spot proved costly. Jonathan Tah ultimately missed the decisive penalty, sending his effort over the bar and sealing Germany’s elimination. Jose Canale converted the final kick, confirming Paraguay’s 4-3 shootout victory and sending them into the Round of 16. The result continues Germany’s troubling knockout trend in recent tournaments, while Paraguay celebrate one of the most important wins in their World Cup history, built on resilience, discipline, and composure under pressure.

Why Some People Stop Coloring Gray Hair: Psychology Explains The Real Reason Gray hair has long been treated as something to hide, cover, or reverse. For many people, coloring gray hair became part of a regular beauty routine because society often connects youth with confidence and attractiveness. But today, more adults are choosing to let their natural gray hair show. Psychology suggests this decision is not necessarily a sign of laziness or giving up

Kunal Shah To Lead WhatsApp As Meta Bets Big On CRED CRED founder Kunal Shah is set to lead WhatsApp globally as Meta invests $900 million in CRED, triggering both growth expectations and fintech data concerns.   Kunal Shah To Lead WhatsApp As Meta Bets Big On CRED CRED founder Kunal Shah is set to become the global CEO of WhatsApp, marking a major leadership move involving an Indian en

SpaceX Starfall Capsule Launch Comes Amid $600 Billion IPO Selloff SpaceX is facing a defining week as it prepares to test its new Starfall re-entry capsule while investors question the company’s valuation after a sharp post-IPO market selloff. The Starfall mission is scheduled for launch on June 23 aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. Th

Padma Shri Awardee Says Allotted Plot Is Still Out Of Reach Hyderabad, June 23, 2026: Padma Shri awardee and renowned Kinnera folk artist Darshanam Mogilaiah has sought government intervention after alleging that a 600-square-yard residential plot allotted to him in Telangana remains inaccessible due to a court dispute. Mogilaiah, who is widely known for keeping the rare Kinnera

Lucknow Aliganj fire puts revoked order in focus The major fire that broke out at a three-storey building in Lucknow’s Aliganj area has brought an old demolition order back into public focus. The blaze, reported on Monday afternoon at Usha Mehta Marg, killed 15 people and left several others injured, turning attention toward possible building violations and fire safety failures. The building was being used fo

Icon Star Allu Arjun created a memorable and emotional moment for young fan Shraddha through a special interaction arranged with the support of Make-A-Wish India. The heartwarming video call gained attention as Shraddha recreated Allu Arjun’s famous Pushpa dialogue, making the Make-A-Wish India interaction even more special for fans. Allu Arjun’s Special Fan Moment Wins Hearts

International Yoga Day 2026 Theme: Why This Year’s Message Matters International Yoga Day 2026 will be observed across the world on June 21, with this year’s theme, “Yoga for Healthy Ageing,” drawing attention to the role of yoga in supporting better health, balance, and well-being as people grow older. The day celebrates yoga as a holistic practice that connects the body

CM Naidu Invites Singapore Investors To Back Andhra Growth Plans Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has invited Singapore investors to partner with the state’s next phase of growth, highlighting opportunities in Amaravati development, startups, technology, manufacturing, and future industries. During his Singapore visit, Naidu reached out to startup founders, ve

Supreme Court Homemaker Compensation Ruling Sparks Debate Over ₹30,000 Value The Supreme Court’s decision to recognise homemakers as “nation builders” has sparked a wider debate on the value of unpaid household work in India. The court has said that domestic and caregiving services provided by homemakers must be treated as a separate category while calculating compensation in motor accident cas

Anthropic AI Model Restrictions Raise Global Access Concerns Anthropic has reportedly sent senior engineers to Washington after US restrictions affected access to its advanced Claude Mythos 5 and Claude Fable 5 AI models. The issue began after US officials raised concerns over the safety and possible misuse of the powerful AI systems. Reports said the restrictions were linked to national security concerns and export control rules, forcing Anthropic to li

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Bratislava for an important visit to Slovakia, marking the first visit by an Indian prime minister to the country since its independence in 1993. The trip is part of his wider European tour and is expected to give fresh momentum to India’s relationship with Central Europe. During his stay in Bratislava, Modi is scheduled to meet Slovak President Peter Pellegrini and Prime Minister Robert Fico. The tal

New Delhi, June 11, 2026: In a significant display of Centre-state participation, chief ministers from all 28 states attended the 11th Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre in New Delhi on Thursday. The full attendance gave the meeting added political and administrative importance, especially after previous sessions witnessed absences from several opposition-ruled states. The Gover

Hyderabad Rains Kill Two, Waterlogging Brings City Traffic To A Crawl Hyderabad witnessed a tragic monsoon spell as heavy rains caused severe waterlogging, long traffic jams, and two electrocution deaths in the city. The incident was reported from the Bandlaguda area near Mylardevpally, where strong winds and rain allegedly caused live electric wires to snap from a pole. The wires fell into a waterlogged street, creating a dangerous situation for people