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Delhi High Court orders winding up of Paytm Payments Bank, says RBI

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-07-28T11:16:37+00:00

The High Court has appointed an official liquidator to oversee the winding up of Paytm Payments Bank following the RBI’s decision to revoke its banking licence over regulatory violations.

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Multiple people trapped inside shopping centre in Japan after earthquake – live updates

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-07-28T11:15:08+00:00

An ⁠earthquake ​with ⁠a ⁠preliminary magnitude ​of ‌7.1 ‌struck ‌the country’s Kumamoto prefectureJapan’s prime minister, Takaichi Sanae, has confirmed that a tsunami advisory was issue for Ariake Bay and Yatsushiro Sea after the earthquake hit the Kumamoto prefecture.She wrote on social media:At around 4:27 p.m. today, an earthquake with its epicenter in the Kumamoto region of Kumamoto Prefecture occurred, and strong shaking with a maximum seismic intensity of 7 was observed in Uki City and Makigawa Town in Kumamoto Prefecture.In connection with this earthquake, a tsunami advisory has been is

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Fire Raging Near Bordeaux Brings More Bad News for Its Vineyards

Source: New York Times - World · Published: 2026-07-28T11:12:37+00:00

One of the largest fires in modern French history is raging near the vineyards of Bordeaux. That is just the latest problem for France’s embattled wine industry.

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​France and Spain race to control wildfires before fresh heatwave hits, as UN warns ‘the climate alarm is blaring’ – Europe live

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-07-28T11:10:22+00:00

Spanish prime minister also says the fires serve as a reminder to plan for the ‘worsening’ climate emergencyFrance and Spain race to contain huge wildfires before fresh heatwave beginsJoe Pinner and Jane ClintonTourists caught up in the wildfires spoke to us about their experiences.“My main memory is how bizarre it was to watch people enjoying holidays on the beach while a major catastrophe was unfolding in full view, not far away. Is this how the world ends?” Continue reading...

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Trump administration forced treatment on hunger striker in ICE detention, document reveals

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-07-28T11:00:03+00:00

ICE report reviewed by the Guardian discloses a patient was ‘subject to force feeding, hydration or urinary catheterization’, which experts have described as tortureThe Trump administration subjected at least one person undertaking a hunger strike in immigrant detention to forcible medical treatment – engaging in medical practice that healthcare associations and international human rights groups have described as torture.A document from the Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) health service agency, reviewed by the Guardian, confirms for the first time that the administration has used f

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Попри війну та евакуацію з Маріуполя: Метінвест Політехніка провела перший в історії випуск бакалаврів

Source: UNIAN (General) · Published: 2026-07-28T10:49:00+00:00

Метінвест Політехніка випустила перших бакалаврів  / фото - metinvestholding.comПерший в Україні приватний гірничо-металургійний університет Метінвест Політехніка, створений за ініціативи Ріната Ахметова,...

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Coal India shares fall 4% weighed by weak operating performance

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-07-28T10:47:10+00:00

Jefferies said a recovery in power demand, potentially boosted further by a weak monsoon, is likely to aid Coal India’s volumes in FY27

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Keralam urges TN to relax stone aggregate transport ban for NH work

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-07-28T10:46:16+00:00

In a letter to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan said Keralam has limited availability of suitable stone aggregates for large-scale infrastructure works.

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Cholamandalam net profit up 46 per cent in Q1FY27

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-07-28T10:45:00+00:00

The Board also approved fundraising aggregating to around Rs ₹55,000 crore by way of issue of Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs)

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People trapped inside Japan shopping centre after earthquake

Source: BBC News - World · Published: 2026-07-28T10:44:50+00:00

Some reports say there was an explosion at the Aeon Mall in Kumamoto, following the magnitude 7.1 earthquake which injured several people.

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Pedro Sánchez says authorities in Spain ‘see light at the end of the tunnel’ in battle to contain wildfires – Europe live

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-07-28T10:44:44+00:00

The Spanish prime minister also said the fires serve as a reminder to plan for the ‘worsening’ climate emergencyFrance and Spain race to contain huge wildfires before fresh heatwave beginsJoe Pinner and Jane ClintonTourists caught up in the wildfires spoke to us about their experiences.“My main memory is how bizarre it was to watch people enjoying holidays on the beach while a major catastrophe was unfolding in full view, not far away. Is this how the world ends?” Continue reading...

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Naga Munchetty to leave BBC Breakfast after 17 years for Radio 5 Live

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-07-28T10:44:36+00:00

Move comes after the presenter has faced allegations of bullying, but there is no suggestion it is relatedNaga Munchetty is to leave BBC Breakfast after 17 years on the flagship television show to become co-presenter of Radio 5 Live’s breakfast show.The current 5 Live Breakfast hosts, Rachel Burden and Rick Edwards, announced on Tuesday’s programme that they would step down in December. Continue reading...

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Marmite and Dove owner Unilever warns of price rises due to growing costs

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-07-28T10:43:57+00:00

Consumer goods group reports strong sales growth, owing in part to World Cup marketing campaignsBusiness live – latest updatesUnilever has warned it will push through further price rises over the coming months, as the Marmite, Dove and Hellmann’s owner tries to recoup its own growing costs.The Anglo-Dutch company said that while the pace of price rises slowed in the second quarter, owing in part to World Cup-related discounts and efforts to stay competitive in Brazil, it said these were “temporary factors” and would not shield consumers for long. Continue reading...

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Sensex today | Stock Market Highlights: Sensex slips 69 pts, Nifty falls below 24,000 at close

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-07-28T10:41:58+00:00

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices: Indian equities closed marginally lower on Tuesday. Sensex slipped 69.86 pts or 0.09% to close at 76,765.92; Nifty 50 dipped 10.60 pts or 0.04% to 23,985.35. The indices remained range-bound as investors balanced easing crude oil prices against uncertainty surrounding the US Federal Reserve's policy outlook. Mixed global market trends and ongoing corporate earnings also kept trading subdued despite continued domestic institutional buying.

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Zelensky to press Trump on air defences while in Washington

Source: BBC News - World · Published: 2026-07-28T10:41:41+00:00

Ukraine's leader is hoping to firm up US commitments to bolstering Kyiv's anti-ballistic missile defences, as Russia has escalated deadly attacks.

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Київ першим в Україні запровадив систему персоналізованого медичного супроводу ветеранів, - Кличко

Source: UNIAN (General) · Published: 2026-07-28T10:41:00+00:00

Кличко розповів про запровадження у Києві системи персоналізованого медичного супроводу ветеранів / фото t.me/vitaliy_klitschkoКиїв став першим містом в Україні, де запровадили систему персоналізованого...

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Ambuja Cements Q1 Results: net down 37% on weak realisation, sales drop

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-07-28T10:39:23+00:00

Overall expenses were down at ₹8,802 crore (₹9,162 crore) on back of fall in power and freight cost at ₹2,389 crore (₹2,513 crore) and ₹2,258 crore (₹2,423 crore)

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SNITCH acquires Berrylush to enter women’s fashion market

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-07-28T10:39:22+00:00

While the financial terms of the deal remain undisclosed, SNITCH aims to leverage its expertise in product innovation and marketing to enhance Berrylush’s existing brand identity.

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