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One dead as speeding BEST bus rams into vehicles during rush hour; horror caught on camera
Three others were injured when the speeding BEST bus rammed into several vehicles near Dadar area on Monday.
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Three others were injured when the speeding BEST bus rammed into several vehicles near Dadar area on Monday.
The accident caused traffic congestion in the area.
The countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026 has begun, and football fans around the world are preparing for what promises to be the largest edition of the tournament ever staged. For the first time in the competition's history, three nationsโthe United States, Canada and Mexicoโwill jointly host the World Cup, bringing the sport's biggest event to North America on an unprecedented scale.The tournament, scheduled to run from June 11 to July 19, 2026 (June 12 to July 20 as per Indian time), will feature 48 teams, an expansion from the traditional 32-team format. With 104 matches spread across 16 host cities, the World Cup is expected to attract millions of spectators and generate a festival atmosphere across the continent.From iconic football grounds steeped in history to ultra-modern arenas equipped with cutting-edge technology, the host venues reflect the diversity and ambition of FIFA's vision for the 2026 tournament.FIFA World Cup 2026 Host Cities and StadiumsThe FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to make history as the biggest edition of the tournament ever staged. Hosted jointly by the United States, Canada and Mexico, the competition will feature 48 teams competing across 16 host cities and some of North America's most iconic stadiums.From Mexico City's legendary Estadio Azteca to the ultra-modern SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, each venue brings its own unique story, architecture and football heritage. The tournament will run from June 11 to July 19, 2026, with matches spread across three nations and a diverse range of world-class stadiums.Host CityStadiumCountryCapacityNew York/New JerseyMetLife StadiumUnited States82,500Dallas (Arlington)AT&T StadiumUnited States94,000AtlantaMercedes-Benz StadiumUnited States75,000HoustonNRG StadiumUnited States72,000Kansas CityArrowhead StadiumUnited States73,000Los AngelesSoFi StadiumUnited States70,000MiamiHard Rock StadiumUnited States65,000PhiladelphiaLincoln Financial FieldUnited States69,000SeattleLumen FieldUnited States69,000BostonGillette StadiumUnited States65,000San Francisco Bay AreaLevi's StadiumUnited States71,000TorontoBMO FieldCanada45,000VancouverBC PlaceCanada54,000Mexico CityEstadio AztecaMexico83,000GuadalajaraEstadio AkronMexico48,000MonterreyEstadio BBVAMexico53,500FIFA Canada VenuesCanada will host matches in Toronto and Vancouver, with both cities playing a key role in the expanded tournament.Toronto โ BMO Field (Capacity: 45,000)BMO Field is one of the few purpose-built soccer stadiums among the World Cup venues. Opened in 2007, it previously hosted matches during the FIFA Under-20 World Cup and is home to Toronto FC in Major League Soccer.The stadium will stage six matches, including Canada's opening game against Bosnia-Herzegovina on June 12, along with a Round of 32 fixture.Vancouver โ BC Place (Capacity: 54,000)Located on Vancouver's waterfront, BC Place is widely regarded as one of the most scenic venues in the tournament. Opened in 1983, the stadium is home to the Vancouver Whitecaps and the BC Lions.The venue also played a major role during the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup, hosting the final where the United States defeated Japan. BC Place will host seven matches, including two knockout-round encounters.FIFA Mexico VenuesMexico will host games in three cities, each boasting a rich football culture and passionate fan base.Mexico City โ Estadio Azteca (Capacity: 83,000)Few stadiums can match the legacy of Estadio Azteca. Opened in 1966, it hosted the World Cup finals of 1970 and 1986 and witnessed unforgettable moments from legends such as Pele and Diego Maradona.In 2026, the stadium will become the first venue in history to host matches in three different FIFA World Cups. It will also stage the tournament opener on June 11 when Mexico takes on South Africa.Guadalajara โ Estadio Akron (Capacity: 48,000)Recognized for its distinctive volcano-inspired design, Estadio Akron is among the most visually striking stadiums selected for the tournament.Since opening in 2010, the venue has hosted major events including the Copa Libertadores final and the Pan American Games ceremonies. Four group-stage matches will be played here, including Spain's clash against Uruguay.Monterrey โ Estadio BBVA (Capacity: 53,500)Nicknamed "El Gigante de Acero" or "The Steel Giant," Estadio BBVA combines modern architecture with breathtaking mountain views.The stadium, which opened in 2015, is regarded as one of Mexico's finest football venues and will host four matches during the World Cup.FIFA United States VenuesThe United States will host matches in 11 cities, featuring some of the largest and most technologically advanced stadiums in the world.Dallas โ AT&T Stadium (Capacity: 94,000)The largest venue of the tournament, AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, can accommodate around 94,000 spectators. Home to the Dallas Cowboys, the stadium has previously hosted Super Bowls, major boxing events and international football matches.It will stage nine World Cup games, including a semi-final.New York/New Jersey โ MetLife Stadium (Capacity: 82,500)MetLife Stadium will be the centerpiece of the tournament, hosting eight matches, including a semi-final and the FIFA World Cup 2026 final on July 19.Home to the New York Giants and New York Jets, the venue has previously welcomed major football events such as the Copa America Centenario final and the Club World Cup final.Atlanta โ Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Capacity: 75,000)Known for its retractable roof and massive 360-degree video display, Mercedes-Benz Stadium is considered one of the world's most advanced sports venues.The stadium will host eight matches, including one of the two semi-finals.Los Angeles โ SoFi Stadium (Capacity: 70,000)Often described as one of the most expensive stadiums ever built, SoFi Stadium reportedly cost around $6 billion. Home to the Los Angeles Rams and Chargers, it will host eight matches, including the first World Cup game played on U.S. soil.Other Key U.S. VenuesSeveral other American stadiums will play important roles during the tournament:Gillette Stadium, Boston (65,000): Seven matches, including a quarter-final.NRG Stadium, Houston (72,000): Features a retractable roof and steep spectator stands.Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City (73,000): Famous as one of the loudest sports venues in the world.Hard Rock Stadium, Miami (65,000): Hosts seven matches and has extensive experience staging major football events.Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia (69,000): Hosts six matches, including a fixture on U.S. Independence Day celebrations.Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara (71,000): Home of the San Francisco 49ers and a frequent host of major international sporting events.Lumen Field, Seattle (69,000): Renowned for passionate crowds and will host six matches, including knockout-round fixtures.A Tournament of Historic ScaleWith 16 host cities, 48 participating nations and a record number of matches, FIFA World Cup 2026 promises to be unlike any previous edition. The combination of historic venues such as Estadio Azteca and modern architectural marvels like SoFi Stadium and Mercedes-Benz Stadium highlights the blend of tradition and innovation that will define the tournament.As preparations continue across North America, football fans can look forward to a month-long celebration of the world's most popular sport in some of the most spectacular stadiums ever assembled for a FIFA World Cup.
Soaring jet fuel prices driven by conflict in the Middle East are likely to push more airlines into bankruptcy and spur more sector consolidation this year and next, the head of the global airline body said on Saturday. Global airlines are grappling with higher fuel costs driven by the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran, which has choked jet fuel supplies and disrupted key air corridors, forcing costly detours.Also read: Airbus delays XLR deliveries to IndiGo as war hits suppliers Budget carriers have been among โthe hardest hit, โ lacking higher margin โ revenue streams such as premium cabins, high-paying travelers and credit card loyalty programs. The strain is already showing: U.S. budget airline Spirit Airlines collapsed last month, and it will not be the last, said Willie Walsh, director general of the International Air Transport Association, the industry's main trade body. "Unfortunately I think there will be some carriers that will find this high fuel price very difficult to cope with," Walsh told Reuters at IATA's annual summit in Rio de Janeiro, adding he expects some airlines to go out of business and others to be acquired by larger carriers. Even so, the pressure does not spell the end of the low-cost airline model, which continues to thrive outside the United States, where the big three carriers, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and American โ Airlines, are squeezing โout budget competitors, Walsh said. "I don't see that the low-cost model is broken, in fact, quite the opposite," he said, highlighting Ryanair's strong performance in Europe as an example. There is one blockbuster deal Walsh does not see happening: United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby's audacious โ proposal to buy arch rival American Airlines and create a U.S. aviation behemoth. The idea, which surfaced earlier this year, failed to get done despite Kirby raising it with President Donald Trump. "I don't think that's going to happen. I think the regulatory hurdles would be very significant. I don't know whether that was a genuine effort to pursue consolidation or Scott just trying to stir up some media," Walsh said. MIDDLE EAST AIRLINE WOES The Iran conflict has upended traffic flows through Middle Eastern hubs such as Dubai, Doha and Abu Dhabi, creating acute challenges for Gulf carriers including Emirates, Qatar Airways and Etihad. Walsh said he didn't think the conflict would do permanent damage to the Gulf as an aviation hub given its strategic geographic importance and the value of the popular Gulf carriers, which account for 14% of โglobal capacity. "That capacity cannot be replaced by airlines from other regions around the world," Walsh said. "Once things settle down, I would expect the Gulf carriers to regain their important position in the market." Adding to the strain is the slow pace of aircraft deliveries from Boeing and Airbus, along with engine delays from โ GE Aerospace and Pratt & Whitney, a unit of RTX, limiting airlines' ability to expand fleets and improve efficiency.Also read: Airline chiefs grapple with fuel shock, fare test at Rio summit Walsh said the industry is increasingly frustrated by the delays, particularly as engine makers post strong profits while airlines struggle. He estimates supply chain disruption cost airlines about $11 billion last year. "We're disappointed that they're not moving faster. We're disappointed that they're not sharing the pain that the airline industry is sharing," he said. Aircraft and engine makers have said that much of the delays are out of their control, stemming from post-pandemic supply chain disruptions and political trade disputes. As airlines come under financial strain and climate policies lose momentum in the U.S. under Donald Trump, industry leaders have grown more cautious about meeting a 2050 net zero emissions target. Walsh said IATA is not ready to abandon the goal. "I certainly believe it's more challenging to achieve net zero in 2050 because we've not made the progress that we had expected to see on the development of sustainable fuels," he said.
Rajasthan's fields have become deadly, with 535 farmer deaths from pesticide exposure in two years. Despite Rs 5.1 crore in compensation, stark disparities in payouts and 189 substandard pesticide samples highlight severe safety failures. Authorities are urged to implement stricter regulations and comprehensive safety programs to prevent further tragedies.
Condition of two injured persons reported to be serious
Kanwar Lake, Biharโs first Ramsar site, has rapidly shrunk in last two decades due to encroachment, climate change and conflicting interests of communities
Its epicentre was located about 40 km from Dharamshala, between Dhar Ghadoi and Reserved Forests of Kugti in the Dhauladhar ranges along the Kangra-Chamba border
A thermal image from Area 51 fuels speculation about the US Air Force's next-gen stealth fighter, the Boeing F-47. Globally, nations like China and European blocs are also racing ahead with their own advanced fighter programs. These cutting-edge aircraft will feature all-aspect stealth, AI integration, and manned-unmanned teaming, promising a new era of air dominance.
India is boosting its submarine fleet with indigenous Project-76 submarines, aiming to counter a significant shortfall. Despite past delays, the Navy is progressing with both conventional and nuclear submarine programs. The new AIP-equipped submarines promise enhanced underwater endurance, crucial for national security and power projection in the Indo-Pacific region.
People in Dharamsala and nearby areas ran out of their houses in panic
The depth of the earthquake, which struck about 40 k.m. from Dharamsala near the Kangra- Chamba border at 10:04 pm, was 5 km, the meteorological office said, adding that the epicentre was located near Dhar Godoi in Kangra.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the feat reflects Indiaโs unwavering commitment to protecting natural surroundings and wetlands
The teen immediately fled the scene in a case of hit-and-run.
He claims to have given her nearly โน1 crore, and also handed over around 500 grams of gold, during the course of their nearly 8-year relationship
Mumbai: Major brokers are preparing to roll out algorithmic tools for retail traders over the next few months, amid greater regulatory clarity on retail participation in such trading practices.The move is set to not only help brokers expand revenue streams by charging fees to access the trading algorithms (algos), but also help fintech firms scale up by distributing their algo strategies across multiple platforms. Retail clients may be able to access such strategies for as little as โน5,000 per strategy.Algorithmic or algo strategies use computer programs or pre-set formulas to execute trades when certain conditions like price, volume or technical patterns are met.Sebi's revised framework for safer participation of retail investors in algorithmic trading has been fully implemented since April 2026. It stipulates that brokers must obtain exchange approval for each algo, tag all orders for audit trails, monitor application programming interface (APIs), and handle investor grievances. In addition, exchanges must supervise algo trading through testing and surveillance. Given the regulatory clarity, many brokers have now rushed to provide services.Large traditional brokers such as HDFC Securities and Motilal Oswal Financial Services already provide algos to clients. Other brokers are in the process of launching such services. Raise Securities, which owns Dhan trading platform, recently acquired the algo-provider startup Stratzy. Angel One, Upstox, SBI Securities, Kotak Securities, IIFL Capital Services and 5paisa are also preparing to offer these services to clients. Groww is also in conversation with algo platforms to onboard some strategies. Email sent to Groww did not elicit a response until press time."While algo trading has been around for some time using APIs provided by brokers, we expect higher adoption by retail customers in the long term," said Gaurav Seth, managing director and chief executive officer at 5paisa Capital.The algo strategies are expected to attract retail derivatives traders. Currently, 12 algo providers or vendors are registered with the NSE.According to Mohit Bhandari, cofounder and chief executive of Stratzy, an algo strategy provider, most retail traders either do naked derivatives trading, or have to create trading strategies using multiple futures and options to hedge their risk, which is difficult to track. "Algo trading provides convenience through automation. It also becomes much easier to deploy sophisticated strategies," Bhandari said.Brokers eye algos offerings"The algorithmic trading landscape is becoming increasingly competitive. We anticipate a significant shift in trading volumes toward algorithmic strategies over the next two years," said Puneet Maheshwari, director at Upstox.
Melissa Casias, a nuclear lab worker, was found dead in Carson National Forest after disappearing on 26 June, 2025. Her case adds to a trend of mysterious deaths and disappearances among individuals connected to US nuclear and aerospace programs. Here we examine the timeline of these events.
The Godavari basin, which hosts numerous ancient temples and sacred sites, offers immense potential for attracting devotees and visitors from across the country and abroad, he says; the government has already sanctioned 132 development works at an estimated cost of โน211.97 crore for the mega congregation
India is set to procure 114 Rafale fighter jets from France in a significant government-to-government deal worth Rs 3.25 lakh crore. While 18 will be fly-away, 96 will be manufactured in India. This acquisition aims to bolster the Indian Air Force's depleted squadron strength, though indigenous programs like Tejas Mk2 and AMCA are crucial for long-term security against evolving threats.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor questioned the mandatory full recitation of Vande Mataram at every public event, deeming it an "unnecessary imposition." He emphasized that while the national song commands respect, forcing its complete rendition twice during short programs is difficult to justify.