The much-anticipated Alameda County Fair 2025 kicks off Friday in Pleasanton, bringing with it a vibrant mix of entertainment, rides, food, and family-friendly attractions that will run through July 6. The opening night will feature a live concert by the legendary band WAR, followed by a spectacular fireworks and drone show at 9:30 p.m. Drone shows will continue nightly after each concert, excluding July 4. Concerts

England star Jos Buttler has praised Shubman Gill’s leadership qualities, saying the young Indian cricketer is poised to be a perfect combination of former Test captains Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Gill has been handed the reins of India’s Test team following Rohit’s retirement and will lead the side in the high-stakes five-match series against England starting June 20, 2025. Buttler, who played u

The Indian Army has officially released the Agniveer General Duty (GD) 2025 admit card, allowing registered candidates to download their hall tickets for the upcoming Common Entrance Examination (CEE). The exam is scheduled to be conducted from June 30 to July 3, 2025, under the Agnipath scheme, which recruits youth for four years of service in the armed forces. Candidates appearing for the GD exam can download their ad

The G7 Summit is an annual meeting of leaders from seven of the world’s largest and most advanced democratic economies. These include the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, and Japan. The European Union also takes part in the discussions as a non-enumerated participant. Together, these nations represent a small portion of the world’s population but command nearly one-third of the global GDP, giving them substantial i

Indian Olympic silver medalist Neeraj Chopra is set to headline the men’s javelin event at the Paris Diamond League on June 20, marking his highly anticipated return to the French capital. Chopra, who recently broke the elusive 90-metre barrier with a 90.23m throw in Doha, will compete alongside a stacked field of elite throwers including Grenada’s two-time world champion Anderson Peters and Germany’s Julian Weber, who has already beaten Chop

A new scientific mystery has emerged from the icy expanse of Antarctica where researchers have detected a series of unexplained radio signals coming from beneath the surface. The Antarctic Impulsive Transient Antenna, known as the Anita experiment, is a high-altitude balloon project designed to catch radio wave signatures created when high-energy cosmic rays slam into Earth’s atmosphere. These balloons float roughly 40 kilometers above the Antarctic ice, using specialized antennas to ob

Graze Craze, a fast-growing brand known for its custom-made gourmet charcuterie boards, has officially opened its first location in Silicon Valley at 666 Barber Lane in Milpitas’ Ulferts Center. The new store brings the innovative concept of artistic grazing boards to the heart of the Bay Area, offering residents and businesses a unique culinary experience that combines presentation with quality ingredients. The Milpitas location is operated by Michele Ho, a former biotech and pharmaceu

A man from Fremont, California has defied the odds by surviving more than nine days alone in the harsh and remote Himalayan terrain after suffering multiple injuries during a solo hike. Samuel Vengrinovich, who holds dual citizenship with the United States and Israel, had been reported missing after failing to return from a trek in the mountains of northern India. His story of endurance and survival has not only stunned his family and friends but has also inspired many people who have since s

Homeowners across Dallas are growing increasingly frustrated as the city’s short-term rental (STR) ban remains stuck in legal limbo. With the Dallas Court of Appeals yet to set a date for a re-hearing, many residents particularly those living near frequently rented "party houses" are left feeling helpless and unprotected. Over the weekend, Dallas police responded to a chaotic scene at a short-term ren

Ravichandran Ashwin and his Tamil Nadu Premier League franchise Dindigul Dragons have been officially cleared of ball-tampering allegations following a formal investigation by the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA). The accusations were initially made by Siechem Madurai Panthers after their nine-wicket defeat to the Dragons in a TNPL 2025 fixture on June 14 at the Salem Cricket Foundation Ground. The Madurai Panth

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Calgary, Canada, to attend the 51st G7 Summit, currently taking place in Kananaskis, Alberta. His visit to Canada follows a diplomatic engagement in Cyprus, where he was hosted by President Nikos Christodoulides. The summit comes at a crucial time as global geopolitical tensions escalate, especially due to ongoing hostilities between Israel and Iran, and the continuing Russia-Ukraine conflict.

In a heartfelt address to Air India employees following the tragic crash of flight AI 171, Chairman N Chandrasekaran acknowledged the immense pain experienced by the airline family and expressed solidarity with the victims' families. Speaking to teams gathered at Air India Headquarters, Training Academy, and the Gurugram office on June 16, Chandrasekaran described the incident as the “most heartbreaking crisis” of his career. He emphasized the

Former National Security Advisor Shivshankar Menon emphasized that India should not expect the world to align its foreign policy with New Delhi’s concerns on Pakistan, especially regarding terrorism and international funding. Speaking to India Today, Menon said diplomacy has limits and it’s unrealistic to task diplomats with changing how other countries behave since they act according to their own interests.

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is set to revolutionize Aadhaar verification by launching a new mobile application that will allow users to share their Aadhaar details securely through a QR code. This initiative aims to eliminate the need for physical photocopies of Aadhaar, offering users the option to share either the full or masked version of their Aadhaar number with complete control and consent.

In a move reflecting the Reserve Bank of India’s latest policy stance, the State Bank of India (SBI) has reduced interest rates on both savings accounts and fixed deposits (FDs), effective from June 15, 2025. This rate revision is expected to impact millions of depositors across the country, as banks realign with softer monetary cues from the central bank. SBI has cut its savings account interest rate by 5 basi

In a bold blend of AI and education, 27-year-old IIM Ahmedabad student Yugantar Gupta has drawn attention across India by crediting ChatGPT for helping him excel in an assignment. Now, taking his approach a step further, Gupta has released a detailed exam preparation guide titled Study Smart – The Ultimate Exam Guide, designed for students tackling India’s toughest competitive exams. Gupta, who s

Meta Platforms has announced Arun Srinivas as its new India Head, a move expected to strengthen the company’s position in one of its fastest-growing markets. The decision comes amid the surge in digital advertising in India and Meta’s expanding user base across its platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. With a strong background in FMCG, tech, and private equity, Srinivas brings a blend of strategic vision and operational expertise to the

President Donald Trump’s military parade celebrating the 250th anniversary of the US Army drew widespread criticism and mockery after videos showed troops marching without coordination in front of a small crowd. The parade, which cost around $45 million, took place on Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. and involved over 6,600 soldiers, tanks, and even robotic dogs. Trump, accompanied by First Lady Melania T

A Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt to Hyderabad was forced to return mid-air on Sunday following a suspected bomb threat, aviation sources confirmed. The aircraft, a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner operating as flight LH752, departed from Frankfurt at approximately 2:15 PM local time and was scheduled to arrive in Hyderabad at 6:00 AM on Monday. Shortly after takeoff, the airline’s crew received information regarding a po

The Israel-Iran conflict has escalated dramatically, entering its third consecutive day with intense missile exchanges resulting in significant casualties on both sides. Iran reports at least 224 fatalities, including senior military