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CITU condemns layoffs at U.S.-based medical coding firm; calls for stronger labour protections

CITU will pursue all available legal remedies, including raising the matter as an industrial dispute before the Labour Commissioner and the Labour Courts, says former Labour Minister V. Sivankutty
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Transport Department to consult Tiruppur with private bus operators on July 7 to address complaints of “Unilateral” fare revision

The bus operators plying services between Erode and Coimbatore and Tiruppur and Coimbatore were found by the authorities to have increased the fares “unilaterally” by ₹5 to ₹10 a ticket, based on the distance
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Madras HC calls for order closing corruption case against former Minister C. Vijayabaskar, educationist Ishari K. Ganesh

The issue relates to a 2022 suo motu DVAC FIR, regarding corruption in issuing ‘essentiality certificate’ to Vels Medical College, having been closed in 2024
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FIFA World Cup: Brazil, England sweat over injuries ahead of Round of 16 games

FIFA World Cup: Brazil, England sweat over injuries ahead of Round of 16 games
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Mumbai rains claim another life, 63-year-old man killed after tree falls on shop

Mumbai rains claim another life yearold man killed after tree falls on shop
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Personality test: The first detail that you spot in this optical illusion reveals a surprising truth about you

Some pictures aren't just pictures; they're also act a bit as a mirror. These are optical illusions, and they have an odd way of getting us to look inward, because there's no "correct" way to see them. Two people can stare at the same image and walk away with two completely different first impressionsThat's what makes this optical illusion unique. There are several tiny details, including figures, objects, and faces, layered into this portrait-like image. And whichever one catches your eye first says something about how you tend to see the world, according to this popular personality quiz doing the rounds online.Here is a list of objects or figures hidden in plain sight.So, what do you spot first?
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Charlie Chaplin and more: 7 Old Hollywood icons married to Partners 30 years younger

The Golden Age of Hollywood gave us legendary performances and timeless charm. But off-screen, some of its biggest male icons had romantic histories marked by significant age differences often with partners three decades or more their junior. Here are seven stars
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Ahead of her wedding, revisit Anshula Kapoor's adorable childhood throwback

As Anshula Kapoor gears up for her wedding to Rohan Thakkar on July 6, a delightful childhood memory has emerged. Reflecting on a past birthday, she humorously mentioned her outfit that resembled a two-tiered cake. With pre-wedding festivities in full swing, the Kapoor family and their Bollywood friends are enjoying joyful mehendi ceremonies, promising a heartwarming celebration ahead.
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Aamir-Gauri wedding: First pic of couple as husband-wife is out

Aamir Khan and Gauri Spratt married in an intimate Pali Hill ceremony, with Spratt in ivory lace and Khan in a cream kurta. Khan had confirmed a simple registered marriage with close family and friends. This is his third wedding, following Reena Dutta and Kiran Rao, with whom he shares cordial co-parenting ties.
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Patrick J. Adams pitches 'Suits' revival with Meghan Markle

In an exciting twist, Patrick J. Adams has shared his visionary idea for a potential 'Suits' revival, featuring the original cast and Meghan Markle's beloved character, Rachel Zane, embroiled in a gripping class-action lawsuit against an AI conglomerate. He revealed on social media how the past could haunt their futures, sparking nostalgia.
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Sunil Gavaskar pinpoints Sooryavanshi's costly 'shot' mistake on India debut

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, at 15, became India's youngest male international cricketer in the second T20I against England. Though dismissed for 14 after a brief, aggressive innings featuring two sixes, his fearless approach was evident. Former captain Sunil Gavaskar noted the dismissal shot wasn't Sooryavanshi's natural style, highlighting his potential for brilliant cover drives. The excitement surrounding the young talent was palpable.
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‘People can be killed but ideals can't’: Iran condemns Trump's 'one shot' threat

Iran has fiercely condemned US President Donald Trump's remarks about potentially eliminating its leadership, accusing America of lacking "civilisation, history, or honour." Trump's comments, made in an interview, questioned the sincerity of mourners at the funeral of former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and suggested a swift strike could eliminate Iran's top officials. The funeral itself has drawn massive crowds, projected by Iran as a display of national unity and defiance.
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Cargo ship under attack 'by unknown armed assailants' in Red Sea, says British military

A cargo ship faced an attack in the Red Sea near Yemen's coast, the UK military confirmed Sunday. The vessel reported being targeted by unknown armed individuals. Investigations are underway, with no immediate details on the ship or any damage. While Houthi rebels have previously threatened such actions, no group has claimed responsibility yet. The incident raises concerns amid recent pirate activity in the Gulf of Aden.
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UK grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed ‘tore up’ Pak passport; Islamabad refuses to take him back

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Video: Karnataka Bus Without Functioning Headlights Driven Using Phone Torch

A Kalyana Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (KKRTC) allegedly operated without functioning headlights, forcing the conductor to use a mobile phone torch to help the driver navigate the road. A video of the incident has now gone viral on social media. 

The incident reportedly occurred on the last bus service from Kalaburagi City to Chincholi, a town located around 90 kilometres away. 

The video showed the driver operating the vehicle on a pitch-dark road without headlights while the conductor used a faint mobile phone torch in an attempt to help navigate. 

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