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General7:09 AM

7 Jul 2026

India signs $1.8M lobbying deal with Trump ally's firm

The Indian Embassy in Washington has signed a fresh $1.8 million lobbying contract with SHW Partners LLC, a firm led by Donald Trump’s former chief media spokesperson, Jason Miller. The 12-month agreement extends their partnership through April 2027. Under the contract, the firm provides strategic counsel and government relations assistance to strengthen India's diplomatic outreach to the Trump administration amidst active trade negotiations.

By Asmi Basu

source: Hindustan Times ↗

General5:10 PM

7 Jul 2026

Kareena Kapoor Khan invests in footwear brand Fizzy Goblet

Bollywood actor Kareena Kapoor Khan has stepped up her partnership with footwear brand Fizzy Goblet by joining the company as an investor. Khan has served as the brand ambassador for the designer footwear label since 2021. Founded by Laksheeta Govil, the brand plans to utilize the fresh capital to expand its retail store footprint as it aggressively targets ₹100 crore in annual revenue.

By Asmi Basu

source: DealRoom ↗

IMD Issues Red Alert as Torrential Rains Lash Mumbai

General7:35 AM

5 Jul 2026

IMD Issues Red Alert as Torrential Rains Lash Mumbai

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a Red Alert for Mumbai on July 5, 2026, warning of continuous extremely heavy downpours. The city recorded an average of 190 mm of rain within 24 hours, with isolated locations crossing 250 mm. The deluge caused massive waterlogging at transit points like Lokmanya Tilak Terminus, delayed local trains, and prompted flight advisories due to poor visibility.

By Asmi Basu

source: The Hindu ↗

Donald Trump Dismisses Insider Trading Allegations Over $1.4B Windfall

General10:48 AM

3 Jul 2026

Donald Trump Dismisses Insider Trading Allegations Over $1.4B Windfall

U.S. President Donald Trump shrugged off mounting allegations of insider trading surrounding a massive $1.4 billion cryptocurrency windfall linked to his business holdings. When questioned about the substantial financial gains during a recent media briefing, Trump simply replied, "Don’t care." He defended the profits by clarifying that his sons manage the family’s business operations entirely, allowing him to stay focused on his political responsibilities.

By Asmi Basu

source: The Economic Times ↗

General

Man Brutally Beaten By Mob At Gwalior Railway Station

short by Asmi Basu / 7:41 AM on Thursday, 2 Jul 2026

A shocking video from July 2, 2026, shows a man being brutally beaten by an angry mob at Gwalior Railway Station in Madhya Pradesh. Passengers caught the suspect allegedly stealing a mobile phone from a traveler's bag on a stationary train. The crowd dragged him onto the platform, launching a violent assault. The Government Railway Police (GRP) eventually intervened, rescued the man, and registered a case against the attackers

One Dead, Three Hurt As Scorpio Plunges Near Atal Tunnel

short by Asmi Basu / 7:45 AM on Thursday, 2 Jul 2026

A tragic road accident occurred near the north portal of the Atal Tunnel in Himachal Pradesh when a speeding Mahindra Scorpio veered out of control. Traveling from Manali to Lahaul, the vehicle broke through the roadside safety barriers and went airborne, plunging towards the Chandra River. The SUV crashed onto an under-construction bridge, where exposed iron rods pierced the vehicle.