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Foreign investors continued their exit from Indian equities in June, withdrawing Rs 49,340 crore amid global risk aversion and domestic valuation concerns. Despite a brief February recovery, outflows have reached Rs 2.7 lakh crore this year, surpassing 2025's total. While equities saw selling, foreign investors remained active in the debt market, with policymakers introducing measures to boost overseas investment.

A Gwalior consumer commission has held Eureka Forbes guilty of poor service after a customer's vacuum cleaner, bought in May 2024, malfunctioned within warranty. Despite multiple repair attempts and the appliance being taken for further fixing in October, it was never returned. The company must now either repair, replace, or refund the Rs 3,699 cost, plus pay Rs 3,500 for mental agony and legal expenses.

Palantir has issued a stern warning to corporations regarding AI, urging them to retain proprietary data and avoid outsourcing critical operations to commercial LLM providers. The company's nine-point manifesto emphasizes "AI sovereignty," cautioning against "tokenmaxxing" – excessive spending on AI processing without a clear strategy. Palantir argues that controlling data and model "weights" is crucial for institutional future and competitive advantage, advising against decisions driven by politics or favoritism.

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya defended Champat Rai amid embezzlement allegations concerning the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. While acknowledging the incident's painful nature, Maurya urged against turning it into a public debate, stating investigations are underway. Meanwhile, the Faizabad Bar Association demanded the resignation of Rai and two others, threatening protests if they don't leave Ayodhya within three days.

Arrested accused Avinash Shukla has revealed a meticulous plan to steal Ram Temple donations. The gang studied CCTV blind spots, used human shields during counting, and smuggled cash out in small batches. A key to the counting room was held by an individual with no official role, further compromising security. Recoveries include over Rs 79 lakh in cash and valuables, highlighting significant lapses in the donation handling process.

A 66-year-old pilot named Liu faced a harrowing battle with anxiety and suicidal thoughts, culminating in a crash into the CITIC Group headquarters, the tallest building in Beijing. The aircraft, which took off after a routine flight, strayed off its intended path, resulting in injuries to 13 individuals. This alarming incident has ignited serious discussions about aviation security in a city known for its stringent controls.

Dinesh Karthik backs Sanju Samson despite recent struggles, urging continued faith in the experienced batter over rising star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Karthik highlighted Samson's past T20 World Cup performance as a reason for backing. He also commented on India's decision to bat first against England, attributing it to an 'Ireland hangover'. Captain Shreyas Iyer's crucial half-century was praised for relieving pressure.

Shraddha Kapoor has reportedly hiked her acting fee to a whopping Rs. 15 crore for her upcoming 2026 film 'Eetha', a biographical drama directed by Laxman Utekar. Based on the life of legendary Marathi Tamasha artist Vithabai Narayangaonkar, Eetha marks a massive salary jump for the actress following the historic success of Stree 2. Backed by producer Dinesh Vijan, the film is scheduled for a theatrical release on August 28, 2026, amid an ongoing title controversy raised by the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and Vithabai’s surviving family members.

A solar installation firm has been ordered by a consumer commission to refund over Rs 25,000 to a homeowner. The company was found to have overcharged for net-metering and failed to deliver promised electricity generation from a rooftop solar system. The commission ruled the company vicariously liable for its agent's actions and awarded compensation for the shortfall in power and mental agony.

In the wake of a substantial Russian airstrike, President Zelenskyy of Ukraine is appealing to the US for permission to manufacture Patriot air defense missiles domestically. This move comes as Kyiv strives to enhance its defenses following attacks that have left 13 dead and over 90 injured. By producing Patriots locally, Ukraine aims to secure a steady supply and lessen its dependence on external aid for sustained security.

Former Australian cricketer Aaron Summers faces a possible jail sentence after pleading guilty to child sexual abuse and grooming offences committed in 2018 while he was with the Hobart Hurricanes. Summers, who previously served prison time for separate child exploitation offences, was remanded in custody after a Tasmanian court rejected the possibility of a suspended sentence. He will be sentenced in August.

Day 22 saw Harry Kane save England from Congolese chaos with a thunderbolt for the ages, Belgium summon one last Golden Generation miracle from the penalty spot, and the US survive both Bosnia and Herzegovina and VAR’s latest audition for villain of the tournament.

The first Test will be played at the Galle International Cricket Stadium in Galle from August 15 to 19. The second Test will take place at the Singhalese Sports Club in Colombo from August 23 to 27.

A man legally named Santa Claus, formerly George Quigley, was arrested in Louisiana for allegedly soliciting a minor online. The 75-year-old, who adopted the Christmas persona, was apprehended during a sting operation after engaging in explicit online exchanges and sending nude photos. Police warn parents about the dangers of such online interactions, especially given the suspect's history of posing with children.