Alphabet reported a strong June-quarter performance as rapid Google Cloud revenue growth and resilient advertising demand lifted total sales above market expectations. The company generated $119.8 billion in quarterly revenue, compared with Wall Street estimates of around $116.9 billion. Google advertising revenue reached $81.6 billion, while adjusted earnings stood at $2.85 per share, slightly below the expected $2.89. Google Cloud Revenue Leads Alphabet’s Growth

The Adani Group is reportedly seeking changes to India’s airport ownership regulations that could allow it to enter the scheduled airline business. The existing clause prevents operators of Delhi and Mumbai airports from holding more than a 10% stake in a scheduled carrier. The proposal has reportedly been submitted to the central government, but no airline has been officially announced. There is also no confirmed launch date, fleet plan

Repeated local Covid-19 spikes in India are being driven by new Omicron variants, declining immunity and changing regional conditions. Experts say current Covid infections in India resemble limited endemic outbreaks, not a nationwide resurgence.   Small increases in Covid-19 infections are once again being reported from parts of India, including Andhra Pradesh, Kolkata and a few other locations. The developments have raised familiar conc

Japan Jiko Bukken Ghost Investigation Service Explained Tokyo, July 21, 2026: The Japan jiko bukken ghost investigation service has attracted attention for conducting overnight examinations of properties associated with deaths or other disturbing incidents. Contrary to viral claims that people are being paid 88,000 yen to sleep in allegedly haunted houses, available reports indic

Andhra Pradesh, Telangana Brace for Week of Rain Andhra Pradesh, Yanam, and Telangana are expected to experience continued monsoon rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds. IMD has issued district-level warnings, with isolated heavy rain forecast in several areas.   Andhra Pradesh, Telangana Brace for Week of Rain The Andhra Pr

Mammootty-Dhanush National Award Celebration Lights Up OM Shoot  Mammootty, Dhanush, Rajkumar Periasamy, and editor R Kalaivanan celebrated their respective National Film Award victories with a cake-cutting ceremony during the shooting of their upcoming Tamil film, OM Chapter 1. Mammootty-Dhanush National Award Celebration Lights Up OM Shoot

India Approves QDENGA Dengue Vaccine for People Aged 4–60 India has approved Takeda’s QDENGA as its first authorised dengue vaccine for people aged 4–60. The live-attenuated vaccine targets all four dengue virus serotypes and is administered in two doses, three months apart. India has approved QDENGA, making it the country’s first authorised vaccine for preventing dengue. The Drug Controller General of India has granted market authorisation for its use am

BTS Dynamite Performance Powers Historic World Cup Halftime Show The BTS Dynamite World Cup final performance became a major highlight of FIFA’s first official final halftime show, which also featured Madonna, Justin Bieber, Shakira, Burna Boy, Coldplay, orchestras, football legends, and the Muppets. BTS's Dynamite World Cup Final Performance Energises Stadium The BTS Dynamite World Cup final performance brought K-pop energ

America Ends Open-Ended Visa Stays for Students and Journalists The United States has finalised stricter visa regulations that will introduce fixed admission periods for international students, exchange visitors, and foreign journalists. The US student visa stay limit 2026 will replace the long-standing system that allowed eligible visa holders to remain for the duration of their academic programme or professional assignment. Under the new Department of

Jr NTR and Dhanush Murugan Films Present Two Visions of Murugan The newly announced Jr NTR and Dhanush Murugan films have placed Lord Murugan at the centre of one of South Indian cinema’s most significant cultural conversations. While Jr NTR and director Trivikram Srinivas appear to be preparing a large-scale mythological film, Dhanush and Vetri Maaran’s Thamizh Murugan is being positioned as a historical and cultural interpretation of the revered Ta

Indian Man Stabbed at Utah Mall in Alleged Anti-Muslim Attack An Indian man was stabbed more than 15 times at a Utah mall in what authorities believe was a targeted, religiously motivated attack. The victim, identified as Hyderabad resident Syed Sohailuddin, remains hospitalised after undergoing multiple surgeries. The attack took place on Monday afternoon at Valley Fair Mall in West Valley City, near Salt Lake City. Police arrested 48-year-old Peter Mic

Nagercoil Custody Death: Three Prison Staff Held After Autopsy Finds 19 Injuries The Sabari Varman custody death has triggered protests and a political controversy in Tamil Nadu after a postmortem examination reportedly found 19 injuries on the body of the 35-year-old remand prisoner. Sabari Varman, a shopkeeper and person with a disability from Ethancadu in Kanniyakumari district, died on July 13, 2026, after being found unconscious inside the Nagercoil prison.

An explosion at a metal-melting unit in Gummidipoondi SIPCOT killed Bihar worker Ravi Ranjan and injured seven others. Emergency crews controlled the fire, while police began examining the circumstances behind the accident.   A worker from Bihar was killed and seven others sustained serious burn injuries following an explosion at a private metal-melting factory in Tamil Nadu’s Tiruvallur district on Tuesday, July 14.

A Delhi court postponed the July 20 Shraddha Walkar case hearing so accused Aaftab Poonawala could take his MA Sociology exam in Tihar Jail. Evidence recording was directed to continue the following day.

Legendary playback singer S. Janaki’s death has left the Indian film and music industries in mourning, with actor Nandamuri Balakrishna remembering her timeless voice, unforgettable songs and decades-long relationship with the Nandamuri family. Balakrishna Mourns the Loss of S. Janaki Nandamuri Balakrishna expressed deep shock and sorrow over the death of legendary playb