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Bengal minister for commerce and industry Tapas Roy (file photo) Kolkata: Bengal minister of commerce and industry Tapas Roy said on Thursday that more investments are expected for Durgapur’s steel industry ahead of Durga Puja. “We are expecting more investment in the steel sector. Some investments are lined up in Durgapur even before Puja,” the minister said, adding that the investments may be of around Rs 15,000 crore.Roy added that he hopes that there will be a major investment announcement for Singur after Puja. “We hope the (investment) process in Singur will start this year. I cannot divulge the details…

The United States has designated Mexico’s Juarez Cartel and Los Viagras as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs), expanding terrorism-related sanctions and legal penalties against the two criminal groups as part of President Donald Trump’s intensified campaign against Latin American cartels.The designation, published in the Federal Register on Thursday after being filed by the State Department a day earlier, takes immediate effect.The US Treasury Department has also added both organisations to its sanctions list as Specially Designated Global Terrorists (SDGTs), enabling authorities to freeze assets, block financial transactions and pursue individuals or entities accused of providing material support.Secretary of State Marco Rubio…

Indian woman in Texas claims in a post that her neighbor called police when she and her husband were fighting. (AI photo) A message by an Indian woman who recently moved to Texas has gone viral as she presented a unique situation that even made immigration attorneys weigh in. The woman said she had an argument with her husband and they were loud enough to alert an American neighbor who called the police, complaining that the wife was getting hurt by the husband. “During the argument, my husband pushed me into the wall, and I got a minor injury,” the…

The uncle of a man held on suspicion of the murder of Ann Widdecombe has told the BBC how he “nearly fell to the floor” when he heard his nephew had been arrested.”My legs went like jelly,” he said. “He’s the last person I would think would do anything like that.”He lives near his nephew, although he has not seen him properly for about 10 years. He remembers him as a “quiet and unassuming boy” who was “gentle and polite” and “everything that a shy, young boy would be”.Former MP Widdecombe, 78, is believed to have been attacked at her…

Couples in England and Wales will be able to marry at home, at a pub or on a cruise ship, under what the government is calling the biggest shake-up to weddings law in almost 200 years.Currently, a marriage or civil partnership ceremony must take place at an approved venue to be legally binding.The UK government says it wants to update “outdated” marriage laws to make weddings more affordable and give couples more choice over where they say “I do”.Under the proposals, couples could legally marry almost anywhere – from a castle, to a hot-air balloon, a beach or a cruise…

Today’s horoscope forecast highlights the influence of Water energy, encouraging patience, steady progress, and thoughtful decision-making over impulsive action. While Rat, Monkey, and Rooster enjoy supportive momentum, Horse and Dog are advised to slow down, review important details, and avoid rushing into commitments. For most signs, the day favors practical planning, teamwork, financial discipline, and calm communication rather than bold risks. Whether you’re looking for guidance in love, career, money, or health, today’s Chinese horoscope suggests that consistency, flexibility, and careful choices will bring the most rewarding results across all signs.Chinese Horoscope (Pinterest)Rat (鼠)(1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996,…

Negative thoughts have a way of showing up when we least expect them. A small mistake at work, an unanswered text, or a difficult conversation can quickly turn into self-doubt, overthinking, and endless “what ifs.” While it’s impossible to stop every negative thought from appearing, the way we respond to them can make a meaningful difference.One simple practice that many people find helpful is repeating affirmations. These are positive, intentional statements that encourage the mind to shift away from self-criticism and towards self-awareness and self-compassion. They are not about pretending everything is perfect. Instead, they remind us to focus on…

Reliance Retail ordered to pay Rs 5,500 after charging Rs 1.80 extra for Patanjali biscuits during promotionThe Rajasthan State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has directed Reliance Retail to pay Rs 5,501.80 to a Jaipur consumer, holding that the company’s failure to honour an advertised discount amounted to an “unfair trade practice.”The order was passed by a bench comprising judicial member Mukesh and member Raminivas Saraswat while hearing Reliance Retail Limited’s appeal against a March 18, 2025, ruling by the Jaipur II District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission.While the state commission upheld the district commission’s finding that Reliance Retail had engaged in…

Srinagar, July 16 : The Peoples Conference (PC) on Thursday said it will take a final decision on Friday on whether to join the National Conference’s proposed protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi.Speaking to reporters, People’s Conference President Sajad Gani Lone said the National Conference has invited his party to participate in the protest. The decision on joining it will be announced during a press conference in Srinagar on Friday, he said, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO)It is noteworthy that the National Conference has called for a protest at Jantar Mantar on July 20 to press for…

These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Thursday.The Brands Who Won the World CupThe FIFA World Cup, along with the global branding frenzy surrounding the event, comes to a close on July 19. Success is relative to a brand’s objective, but from a social media perspective, Adidas came out on top. According to CreatorIQ, Adidas generated an earned media value (EMV) of $48.9 million from 6,700 posts and almost 3,000 creators between June 1 and June 21. Nike landed on $28.9 million EMV from 4,400 posts and 1,900 creators. {Vogue Business/paywalled}Kate Spade New York Names New Chief Marketing…