In a significant legal ruling, the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) has dismissed the Congress party's appeal against an income tax demand of Rs 199 crore for the financial year 2018-19. The tax demand relates to party funds and stems from allegations of late filing of income tax returns and violations of cash donation limits. The ITAT ruled that the Congress party's return filed on February 2, 2019, was

Gita Gopinath, the renowned Indian-born economist and current First Deputy Managing Director at the International Monetary Fund (IMF), is set to leave her position at the IMF at the end of August. She will return to Harvard University to take up the prestigious role of the inaugural Gregory and Ania Coffey Professor of Economics in Harvard's Department of Economics. This move marks a new chapter in Gopinath's illustrious career, one that began at the I

An attempted smash and grab robbery at a Sunnyvale jewelry store was successfully stopped by armed employees on Friday afternoon, in what police say is the latest in a growing series of similar crimes across the Bay Area. The incident occurred at a jewelry store located on East El Camino Real, between Poplar Avenue and Helen Avenue, just west of Lawrence Expressway. Authorities confirmed that the suspects attempted to gain access to the building by ramming a vehicle into the storefront in bro

A disturbing incident unfolded in Fort Worth, Texas, overnight Sunday when a 10-year-old boy accidentally shot himself in the hand with a handgun. Fort Worth police responded to a shooting call at approximately 1:20 a.m. Monday in the 1500 block of Burmeister Road. Upon arrival, officers discovered that the young child had been handling a firearm when it discharged, resulting in a gunshot wound to his hand. The child was quickly transported to a nearby hospital for medical trea

Alaska Airlines resumed normal flight operations late Sunday night after a critical IT system failure forced a temporary, system-wide ground stop across its entire fleet and that of its subsidiary, Horizon Air. The outage, which occurred around 8 p.m. Pacific Time on July 20, disrupted flight operations for approximately three hours before the ground stop was lifted at 11 p.m. Pacific Time. Although operations have now resumed, the airline has warned that residual delays and schedule disruptions

In one of the biggest crypto security breaches in India, CoinDCX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange based in Mumbai, has confirmed that it suffered a hacking attack resulting in the loss of nearly Rs 368 crore (approximately $44 million). The breach occurred early Saturday and specifically targeted one of the company’s internal operational accounts used for liquidity functions with a partner exchange. CoinDCX has since clarified that no customer assets w

In a deeply disturbing incident, a second-year Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) student at a prominent private university in Greater Noida, Jyoti Sharma, allegedly died by suicide inside her women's hostel room on Friday night. The tragedy has sparked widespread outrage and student protests on campus. According to police officials, the student blamed two faculty members for prolonged mental harassment and humiliation in a suicide note recovered from her ro

In a heartfelt celebration that turned an ordinary Saturday into a chapter straight from a romantic novel, a Virginia couple’s love story took center stage at the Arlington Public Library. But instead of fictional characters or scripted drama, this tale was deeply real, tender, and shared with a community of strangers who found themselves part of something rare—a wedding ceremony held in a library, open to the public, and filled with the kind of joy typically reserved for storyboo

Nearly a year after the disappearance of 28-year-old Mamta Kafle Bhatt from Prince William County, Virginia, her husband Naresh Bhatt, who stands accused of murdering her, will not face trial until October 2026. A local judge ruled to delay the high-profile case by 15 months during a court session held Friday morning, citing the defense’s need for additional time to review substantial digital evidence and extensive witness lists. Naresh Bhatt was arrested on August 22, 20

Tinley Park has unveiled a new downtown centerpiece that promises to be a vibrant hub of activity throughout the year. The newly completed Harmony Square, located at 6700 North Street, brings an exciting mix of recreational, cultural, and community-focused features to the heart of the village. Spanning 1.6 acres, the plaza officially opened with a community celebration that featured concerts, food, and entertainment, kicking off what is expected to be a busy calendar of year-round programming.

San Jose State University has suffered a major loss in student research support following the elimination of longstanding federally funded science training programs. For over four decades, these programs provided essential academic, financial, and mentorship support for students pursuing careers in science, particularly those from underrepresented and economically disadvantaged backgrounds. The cancellation of this funding creates a significant gap in the pathway to science and research careers,

Homeowners looking to build an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) in Dublin now have a golden opportunity to offset construction costs. Thanks to the Senate District 7 ADU Accelerator Program, residents can qualify for rebates of up to $15,000 to encourage small-unit construction and ease the local housing crisis. How the Rebate Works The total funding pool of

Full Article (no media names, paragraph style, grammatically proper caps, 2500+ characters): Felix Baumgartner, the Austrian daredevil best known for his historic jump from the edge of space, died in a tragic paragliding accident along the eastern coast of Italy on Thursday. He was piloting a powered hang glider when he lost control and crashed into the vicinity of a private swimming pool in the city of Porto Sant’Elpidio. According to local authorities, Baumgartner&r

The Indian government has informed the Karnataka High Court that the platform X, owned by Elon Musk, cannot claim unrestricted legal immunity under the ‘safe harbour’ provision of the Information Technology Act when it comes to allowing unlawful content. The Centre stressed that promoting or tolerating harmful material under the guise of free speech poses a significant threat to democracy, public order, and social cohesion. In its written submission to the court, the g

In a powerful act of resilience and compassion, a 27-year-old man from North Texas completed a 100-mile run in less than 24 hours to raise money for families devastated by recent catastrophic flooding in Central Texas. Motivated by deep emotional ties to the region and the widespread destruction caused by the floods, Jack Stradinger set out with one goal: to bring hope and support to a community grappling with loss and tragedy. Without months of preparation, and despite a history

In a move that has sparked interest across both health circles and the beverage industry, former United States President Donald Trump announced that Coca-Cola will begin using real cane sugar in its soft drink products distributed in the U.S., phasing out the long-standing use of high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS). This revelation came through a post on his social media platform where he claimed that his direct talks with the soda giant led to this significant shift in ingredients, marking what

Lake Michigan beaches across Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan are under a high swim risk warning through Thursday and Friday as dangerous weather conditions take hold of the region. The National Weather Service issued alerts forecasting wind speeds reaching up to 20 miles per hour and waves cresting as high as seven feet, making swimming and boating hazardous and potentially life-threatening. These conditions follow closely on the heels of a powerful line of thunderstorms that tore across the

Kyle Mayor Travis Mitchell, the city’s longest-serving mayor, has announced his resignation one year before his term officially ends. His departure marks a significant moment in the political landscape of Kyle, Texas, as he prepares to step down after nearly a decade of dedicated service. Having first joined the city council nine years ago, Mitchell has served as mayor for the past eight years and has become a familiar and trusted figure in the local government. Mitchell&

For more than a month, recycling bins across Houston have gone uncollected, with many residents waiting over 40 days for service. Piles of recyclable materials like bottles, cans, and cardboard have lined curbs throughout neighborhoods, frustrating homeowners. City officials have now come forward with explanations for the crisis and announced plans to restore regular service. Speaking before the Houston City Council, Interim Solid Waste Director Larius Hassen described a combin

In a historic gesture of recognition and cultural respect, the California State Assembly has unanimously passed a bill to rename a significant stretch of Highway 101 in San Jose as the "Little Saigon Freeway." Authored by Assemblymember Ash Kalra, the bill designates the portion of Highway 101 between the Story Road exit and the I-280/680 interchange—just under half a mile in length—for this honor. The renaming serves as a tribute to the vibrant Vietnamese American commu