What does British PM's resignation mean for European security?
https://p.dw.com/p/5G0s5Keir Starmer und Ursula von der Leyen at a press conference in May 2025, at the first EU-UK summit since BrexitImage: Carl Court/AFPBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who on Monday announced he would resign, may not have been that popular with his British constituents lately, but he certainly had many friends among the European Union's top politicians. As European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reacted to his resignation on Monday, she wrote: "European and Ukrainian security is stronger because of you. Thank you, dear Keir." French President Emmanuel Macron also expressed gratitude for Starmer's involvement in Europe's "coalition of the willing" for Ukraine, and for revitalizing EU-UK relations. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer quitsTo view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video It was as …
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https://p.dw.com/p/5G0s5Keir Starmer und Ursula von der Leyen at a press conference in May 2025, at the first EU-UK summit since BrexitImage: Carl Court/AFPBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who on Monday announced he would resign, may not have been that popular with his British constituents lately, but he certainly had many friends among the European Union's top politicians. As European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reacted to his resignation on Monday, she wrote: "European and Ukrainian security is stronger because of you. Thank you, dear Keir." French President Emmanuel Macron also expressed gratitude for Starmer's involvement in Europe's "coalition of the willing" for Ukraine, and for revitalizing EU-UK relations. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer quitsTo view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video It was as …
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How Big Tech is changing journalism
https://p.dw.com/p/5G0OwLove it or hate it? The discussion on the relationship between journalism and Big Tech was polarisingImage: Stephanie Englert/DWIt's been about two decades since the largest information technology companies started making decisions about how ordinary people get their news — how news is made, how it is disseminated and how it is received, with their domination of everything from search engines to social media and more recently artificial intelligence. The influence of these tech giants reaches beyond media into the political sphere, as the heads of these influential companies get involved in elections and put governments under pressure. So how can media and the state in general preserve their independence in a scenario like this? And what kinds of relationships should journalists have with the five so-called Big Tech companies: Alphabet (Google's parent company), …
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https://p.dw.com/p/5G0OwLove it or hate it? The discussion on the relationship between journalism and Big Tech was polarisingImage: Stephanie Englert/DWIt's been about two decades since the largest information technology companies started making decisions about how ordinary people get their news — how news is made, how it is disseminated and how it is received, with their domination of everything from search engines to social media and more recently artificial intelligence. The influence of these tech giants reaches beyond media into the political sphere, as the heads of these influential companies get involved in elections and put governments under pressure. So how can media and the state in general preserve their independence in a scenario like this? And what kinds of relationships should journalists have with the five so-called Big Tech companies: Alphabet (Google's parent company), …
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Heat wave: Why you should skip that cold beer or cocktail
https://p.dw.com/p/5Fw7zBetter make those beers non-alcoholicImage: Christoph Reichwein/dpa/picture allianceThere's a heat wave sweeping across large parts of Europe and according to a recent report published in medical journal The Lancet, the number of heat-related deaths has risen across much of Europe. The number of heat warnings in Europe has also increased. The heat alone is enough to put an enormous strain on the body. Fancy a few cold beers to cool off? Better not. With temperatures hovering around 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit), alcohol was banned in public spaces in France's capital, Paris, during the "Fete de la Musique" festival last weekend.Due to the heat wave, Paris banned alcohol during this year's "Fete de la Musique"
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https://p.dw.com/p/5Fw7zBetter make those beers non-alcoholicImage: Christoph Reichwein/dpa/picture allianceThere's a heat wave sweeping across large parts of Europe and according to a recent report published in medical journal The Lancet, the number of heat-related deaths has risen across much of Europe. The number of heat warnings in Europe has also increased. The heat alone is enough to put an enormous strain on the body. Fancy a few cold beers to cool off? Better not. With temperatures hovering around 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit), alcohol was banned in public spaces in France's capital, Paris, during the "Fete de la Musique" festival last weekend.Due to the heat wave, Paris banned alcohol during this year's "Fete de la Musique"
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Iran nuclear inspections 'going to happen,' says IAEA head
https://p.dw.com/p/5Fxe4US and Israeli airstrikes have damaged or destroyed many of Iran's nuclear facilities and the fate of radioactive material there is unclear [FILE: Feb 14, 2025] Image: Iranian Presidency/APA Images/ZUMA/picture allianceSkip next section What you need to knowWhat you need to know UN nuclear agency boss says inspectors will visit Iran's nuclear sites under Iran-US interim deal Iranian lead negotiator calls deal with US 'America's declaration of defeat' US Secretary of State Rubio continues diplomatic trip to the Gulf Keep reading for the latest developments on the Iran war and the wider Middle East on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Tired of missing our real-time updates? Click here to add us as a Preferred Source on Google. Then tap the "Star" or "Preferred" to keep DW News at the top of your feed.
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https://p.dw.com/p/5Fxe4US and Israeli airstrikes have damaged or destroyed many of Iran's nuclear facilities and the fate of radioactive material there is unclear [FILE: Feb 14, 2025] Image: Iranian Presidency/APA Images/ZUMA/picture allianceSkip next section What you need to knowWhat you need to know UN nuclear agency boss says inspectors will visit Iran's nuclear sites under Iran-US interim deal Iranian lead negotiator calls deal with US 'America's declaration of defeat' US Secretary of State Rubio continues diplomatic trip to the Gulf Keep reading for the latest developments on the Iran war and the wider Middle East on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Tired of missing our real-time updates? Click here to add us as a Preferred Source on Google. Then tap the "Star" or "Preferred" to keep DW News at the top of your feed.
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What does British PM's resignation mean for European security?
https://p.dw.com/p/5G0s5Keir Starmer und Ursula von der Leyen at a press conference in May 2025, at the first EU-UK summit since BrexitImage: Carl Court/AFPBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who on Monday announced he would resign, may not have been that popular with his British constituents lately, but he certainly had many friends among the European Union's top politicians. As European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reacted to his resignation on Monday, she wrote: "European and Ukrainian security is stronger because of you. Thank you, dear Keir." French President Emmanuel Macron also expressed gratitude for Starmer's involvement in Europe's "coalition of the willing" for Ukraine, and for revitalizing EU-UK relations. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer quitsTo view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video It was as …
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https://p.dw.com/p/5G0s5Keir Starmer und Ursula von der Leyen at a press conference in May 2025, at the first EU-UK summit since BrexitImage: Carl Court/AFPBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who on Monday announced he would resign, may not have been that popular with his British constituents lately, but he certainly had many friends among the European Union's top politicians. As European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reacted to his resignation on Monday, she wrote: "European and Ukrainian security is stronger because of you. Thank you, dear Keir." French President Emmanuel Macron also expressed gratitude for Starmer's involvement in Europe's "coalition of the willing" for Ukraine, and for revitalizing EU-UK relations. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer quitsTo view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video It was as …
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India eyes chip investments at Pax Silica Summit
SynopsisIndia is actively seeking semiconductor investments and multilateral funding at the Pax Silica summit in Washington D.C. The nation aims to leverage the US's $250 million seed fund to bolster its growing semiconductor manufacturing and design capabilities. This initiative is part of a broader global effort to diversify supply chains and reduce reliance on China, with key European nations also joining the coalition.Listen to this article in summarized format ListenAgenciesIndia will aim to get semiconductor investments and multilateral funding at the second summit of the 16-nation Pax Silica international coalition, focused on securing access to critical raw materials and rare earths in the backdrop of China’s weaponisation of supply chains.Senior officials from the ministries of electronics and information technology, and external affairs will be in Washington DC for the confere…
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SynopsisIndia is actively seeking semiconductor investments and multilateral funding at the Pax Silica summit in Washington D.C. The nation aims to leverage the US's $250 million seed fund to bolster its growing semiconductor manufacturing and design capabilities. This initiative is part of a broader global effort to diversify supply chains and reduce reliance on China, with key European nations also joining the coalition.Listen to this article in summarized format ListenAgenciesIndia will aim to get semiconductor investments and multilateral funding at the second summit of the 16-nation Pax Silica international coalition, focused on securing access to critical raw materials and rare earths in the backdrop of China’s weaponisation of supply chains.Senior officials from the ministries of electronics and information technology, and external affairs will be in Washington DC for the confere…
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Sarvam gets state backing and other top stories
Benchmarks Nifty24,021.65197.56FEATURED FUNDS★★★★★Motilal Oswal Midcap Fund Direct-Growth5Y Return23.14 % Invest NowEnter search text:Business News›Tech›Newsletters›Morning Dispatch›Sarvam gets state backing; Andy Jassy’s India visit Prev Explore other editions NextMorning DispatchSarvam gets state backing; Andy Jassy’s India visitWant this picture: Instead of writing cheques as grants, the IndiaAI Mission has structured part of its support as convertible instruments, tying public money to the upside from successful AI companies.Also Read: Sarvam raises $234 million led by HCLTech at $1.5 billion valuationFollow the money:Sarvam received the largest compute subsidy under the programme, securing access to 4,096 Nvidia H100 GPUs.
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Benchmarks Nifty24,021.65197.56FEATURED FUNDS★★★★★Motilal Oswal Midcap Fund Direct-Growth5Y Return23.14 % Invest NowEnter search text:Business News›Tech›Newsletters›Morning Dispatch›Sarvam gets state backing; Andy Jassy’s India visit Prev Explore other editions NextMorning DispatchSarvam gets state backing; Andy Jassy’s India visitWant this picture: Instead of writing cheques as grants, the IndiaAI Mission has structured part of its support as convertible instruments, tying public money to the upside from successful AI companies.Also Read: Sarvam raises $234 million led by HCLTech at $1.5 billion valuationFollow the money:Sarvam received the largest compute subsidy under the programme, securing access to 4,096 Nvidia H100 GPUs.
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FIFA 2026: Brazil advance at World Cup
APBrazil's Matheus Cunha (9) heads the ball during the World Cup Group C soccer match against Scotland in Miami Gardens, Fla., Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Brazil punished Scotland's defensive frailties to advance to the World Cup knockout rounds on Wednesday as Switzerland and Canada sealed their place in the last 32.Five-time World Cup champions Brazil clinched first place in Group C after defeating Scotland 3-0 in Miami, topping the group on goal difference from second-placed Morocco, who secured their passage after battling to a 4-2 win over Haiti in Atlanta.Brazil's victory meant Scotland finish third in the group standings, leaving their hopes of finishing among the eight best-ranked third-placed teams who advance to the last 32 hanging by the slenderest of threads.Vinicius Junior scored twice for Brazil, pouncing on a horrendous blunder by Scott McKenna to fire the South Americans a…
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APBrazil's Matheus Cunha (9) heads the ball during the World Cup Group C soccer match against Scotland in Miami Gardens, Fla., Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Brazil punished Scotland's defensive frailties to advance to the World Cup knockout rounds on Wednesday as Switzerland and Canada sealed their place in the last 32.Five-time World Cup champions Brazil clinched first place in Group C after defeating Scotland 3-0 in Miami, topping the group on goal difference from second-placed Morocco, who secured their passage after battling to a 4-2 win over Haiti in Atlanta.Brazil's victory meant Scotland finish third in the group standings, leaving their hopes of finishing among the eight best-ranked third-placed teams who advance to the last 32 hanging by the slenderest of threads.Vinicius Junior scored twice for Brazil, pouncing on a horrendous blunder by Scott McKenna to fire the South Americans a…
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How much health cover do ₹10L-₹50L earners need?
SynopsisSoaring medical costs, with surgery expenses up 250-300%, necessitate robust health insurance. Experts advise a minimum of Rs 10-15 lakh for individuals and Rs 15-25 lakh for families, with higher coverage for metro residents and seniors. Pairing a base policy with a super top-up plan offers cost-effective protection against escalating healthcare expenses.Listen to this article in summarized format ListenET OnlineHow much health cover do ₹10L-₹50L earners need?
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SynopsisSoaring medical costs, with surgery expenses up 250-300%, necessitate robust health insurance. Experts advise a minimum of Rs 10-15 lakh for individuals and Rs 15-25 lakh for families, with higher coverage for metro residents and seniors. Pairing a base policy with a super top-up plan offers cost-effective protection against escalating healthcare expenses.Listen to this article in summarized format ListenET OnlineHow much health cover do ₹10L-₹50L earners need?
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Doing overtime: Are you eligible for extra pay?
SynopsisNew Labour Codes, effective November 2025, redefine overtime eligibility and calculation. While standard working hours remain, employees working beyond 8 hours daily or 48 hours weekly are entitled to at least double their normal wage. Managerial and supervisory roles may still qualify based on actual duties, not just designation, potentially increasing payouts for many.Listen to this article in summarized format ListenET OnlineNew Labour Code explained: Which employees are eligible for overtime compensation?
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SynopsisNew Labour Codes, effective November 2025, redefine overtime eligibility and calculation. While standard working hours remain, employees working beyond 8 hours daily or 48 hours weekly are entitled to at least double their normal wage. Managerial and supervisory roles may still qualify based on actual duties, not just designation, potentially increasing payouts for many.Listen to this article in summarized format ListenET OnlineNew Labour Code explained: Which employees are eligible for overtime compensation?
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Two American giants lead $850 bn boom to future
SynopsisTech giants Meta and Microsoft are pouring billions into future data center leases, pushing industry-wide commitments past $850 billion. Meta alone pledged an additional $79 billion, signaling massive AI infrastructure investment. Microsoft also added over $41 billion, despite capacity constraints.
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SynopsisTech giants Meta and Microsoft are pouring billions into future data center leases, pushing industry-wide commitments past $850 billion. Meta alone pledged an additional $79 billion, signaling massive AI infrastructure investment. Microsoft also added over $41 billion, despite capacity constraints.
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Check TDS on salary for CTC of 15L, 20L & 25L
SynopsisUnderstanding Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) on your salary is crucial. Employers calculate your annual tax liability based on declared income and deductions, then divide it to deduct tax monthly. This ensures smooth tax collection throughout the year. The article details TDS calculations for CTCs of Rs 15, 20, and 25 lakh under both old and new tax regimes, offering insights for salaried individuals.Listen to this article in summarized format ListenET OnlineHow is TDS on salary calculated for CTC of Rs 15 lakh, 20 lakh and Rs 25 lakh under new and old tax regime for Tax Year 2026-2027 (AI generated representative image)At the start of a financial year, based on what an employee declares, the employer takes out tax deducted at source (TDS) from the employee's salary.
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SynopsisUnderstanding Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) on your salary is crucial. Employers calculate your annual tax liability based on declared income and deductions, then divide it to deduct tax monthly. This ensures smooth tax collection throughout the year. The article details TDS calculations for CTCs of Rs 15, 20, and 25 lakh under both old and new tax regimes, offering insights for salaried individuals.Listen to this article in summarized format ListenET OnlineHow is TDS on salary calculated for CTC of Rs 15 lakh, 20 lakh and Rs 25 lakh under new and old tax regime for Tax Year 2026-2027 (AI generated representative image)At the start of a financial year, based on what an employee declares, the employer takes out tax deducted at source (TDS) from the employee's salary.
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Air India flight briefly enters Pakistani airspace
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6.9M quake hits Japan, no tsunami warning
AgenciesRepresentational image.A strong magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck northern Japan on Thursday, the country's weather agency said, and was felt hundreds of kilometres away in Tokyo, though authorities reported no casualties and issued no tsunami warning.No major damage was immediately reported, but some Shinkansen bullet train services were suspended after the quake struck off Iwate prefecture on Japan's main island of Honshu.The quake struck at a depth of 50 kilometres, the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) said.One woman in the town of Hashikami in neighbouring Aomori prefecture, where the shaking was strongest, told AFP that the only damage in her home was a photo frame falling down.Footage on public broadcaster NHK showed regular traffic in Hachinohe city with traffic lights still functioning as normal.Live Events"At this time, there is no information indicating any human casual…
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AgenciesRepresentational image.A strong magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck northern Japan on Thursday, the country's weather agency said, and was felt hundreds of kilometres away in Tokyo, though authorities reported no casualties and issued no tsunami warning.No major damage was immediately reported, but some Shinkansen bullet train services were suspended after the quake struck off Iwate prefecture on Japan's main island of Honshu.The quake struck at a depth of 50 kilometres, the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) said.One woman in the town of Hashikami in neighbouring Aomori prefecture, where the shaking was strongest, told AFP that the only damage in her home was a photo frame falling down.Footage on public broadcaster NHK showed regular traffic in Hachinohe city with traffic lights still functioning as normal.Live Events"At this time, there is no information indicating any human casual…
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Musk scores billions in debt at a massive discount
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Trump trapped between 'rockets & feathers'
ET OnlineThis is an AI-generated image.US President Donald Trump has ordered a DOJ probe into major oil companies, accusing them of keeping gasoline prices -- retail prices at the pump in the US -- artificially high. He has effectively acknowledged a political problem he believed was already solved.
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Airtel stronger with India & a silent engine roaring
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RBI shuts door on NBFC exemption requests
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Pension recovery gets a fairness check from RBI
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RBI finalises digital banking fraud protection rules
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Telecos warn no device is 'vulnerability-free'
ANIRepresentative image New Delhi: Telecom equipment makers say they are stumped by the requirement to guarantee that their gear is free from any vulnerability, given that cyber threats are evolving at an exponential pace in the age of Claude Mythos and the like. Executives of Nokia, Ericsson, Cisco, Ciena and other vendors met Department of Telecommunications (DoT) officials last week in a bid to seek clarity, said people with knowledge of the matter.The government is said to have assured companies that it will issue clear policy guidelines.
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ANIRepresentative image New Delhi: Telecom equipment makers say they are stumped by the requirement to guarantee that their gear is free from any vulnerability, given that cyber threats are evolving at an exponential pace in the age of Claude Mythos and the like. Executives of Nokia, Ericsson, Cisco, Ciena and other vendors met Department of Telecommunications (DoT) officials last week in a bid to seek clarity, said people with knowledge of the matter.The government is said to have assured companies that it will issue clear policy guidelines.
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