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WhatsApp’s new feature launched; now you can see all unread messages in one click

A new AI-based feature is coming for WhatsApp users. Which will be named Quick Recap. Through this feature, users will not need to open and read a lot of unread messages in group or personal chat. According to Meta, new technology has been used in this feature, which has been named Private Processing. In this, when you click on “Unread Messages” in a chat, Meta AI will show a message summary of the unread messages of that chat. This means that now you will not need to read each message separately. That is, now you will not need to read each message separately. With the Quick Recap feature, it has become easier for you to quickly know what was said in the conversation. Your chats will remain private According to WhatsApp, users can select 5 unread messages at once. This feature has been added to the three-dot menu given above the WhatsApp app. You can select all those messages by going to the quick recap option. After this, you will start seeing the summary of those chats on the screen. Let us tell you that this AI-based new feature of WhatsApp is optional. Users also have the option to disable this feature by default if they wish. WhatsApp has first released this latest message in the English language for American users. Very soon it will be released in other languages in other countries. What is special about WhatsApp’s new feature? It has been prepared with Trusted Execution Environment (TEE), which is a safe system in terms of safety. It is safe because it has three layers of security: confidential processing, enforceable guarantees, and verifiable transparency. The security of these three layers means that when you chat with AI, your data does not go to anyone else, nor to Meta. Everything happens in a private cloud. Your privacy will be completely safe; neither the Meta chat nor anyone else will read it.

Kerala’s chief minister dies at the age of 101; many celebrities, including the prime minister, expressed grief

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Veteran CPI(M) leader and former Chief Minister of Kerala, V. S. Achuthanandan, died peacefully after a heart attack at 101, concluding a long, remarkable career in Indian politics that began under the freedom struggle and extended for more than a century. VS Achuthanandan served as the Chief Minister of Kerala from 2006 to 2011. Over the years, he was elected to the state legislative assembly seven times and served three terms as the Leader of the Opposition, where his voice stood strong and unwavering. Several senior party leaders rushed to the hospital to pay their final respects and bid farewell to a towering figure in Kerala’s political history. Govindan and several other Left leaders reached the hospital to offer their respects and bid farewell to the veteran leader. Tributes also came from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi, and other national figures. The Kerala government announced three days of state mourning beginning July 22, during which all schools, government offices, statutory bodies, public sector units, and autonomous institutions will close. The national flag will fly at half-mast atop all government buildings across the state. PM Modi expressed condolences Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to his social media platform ‘X’ to express his heartfelt condolences on the demise of former Kerala Chief Minister VS Achuthanandan. Sharing his sorrow, he wrote, “I am deeply pained by the passing of Shri VS Achuthanandan. Throughout his life, he was devoted to serving the public and made a lasting impact on Kerala’s growth and progress. His legacy will always be remembered.” The Prime Minister also recalled the period when both he and Achuthanandan served as Chief Ministers, saying it brought back many memories of their time in leadership. Extending his sympathies, he added, “In this hour of grief, my thoughts are with his family and all those who admired and respected him.” Who was VS Achuthanandan? VS Achuthanandan was born on October 20, 1923, in Kerala’s Alappuzha district, marking the beginning of a life that would later leave a lasting impact on the state’s political landscape. He came from a poor family. Achutanandan’s life was full of struggle since childhood. Let us tell you that he started politics from a tailor’s shop and became the Chief Minister while fighting for the rights of laborers. He was known for his unwavering commitment to social justice. Achuthanandan dedicated his entire life to the rights of agricultural workers and laborers. He contested a total of 10 elections in his 40 years of political life, out of which he won 7. He even spent 5.6 years in jail before becoming the Chief Minister. In the year 2006, he became the Chief Minister of Kerala at the age of 82. He was the oldest person to take oath as Chief Minister in the history of India.

Jagdeep Dhankhar Resignation: Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned from the post of Vice President, now who will be the next Vice President of India?

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India’s 14th Vice President, Jagdeep Dhankhar, announced his resignation from his post on Monday night. According to the report, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has resigned due to health reasons. Now after Jagdeep Dhankhar’s resignation, elections will have to be held “as soon as possible” to appoint his successor. Due to the sudden resignation from the post, now the question has arisen: what will be the next process? In how many days will the election of the next vice president take place? So, who will take over as the next Vice President of India? Here’s everything you need to know about the role and the upcoming selection… Expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister and the President Jagdeep Dhankhar has resigned his vice-presidential office on medical grounds, informing the President in a succinct letter: “To prioritize health care, as advised, I hereby, under Article 67(A), …step down from the office with immediate effect.” The statement, though concise, carries a tone of warmth and respect. Dhankhar extended sincere thanks to Prime Minister Modi, acknowledging his unwavering support and insightful guidance as a source of great personal growth. He also mentioned that the trust, respect, and goodwill shown by the members of Parliament would remain etched in his memory. He assumed the vice-presidency in August 2022, the full term running to 2027, but walked away on the Monsoon Session’s opening day. These names are being discussed The process of election of the new vice president will start only after President Draupadi Murmu approves the resignation. At present, there is no official confirmation about any name. But political movements have intensified on social media, and many names are being discussed. Users are staking their claims on many names regarding the successor of Jagdeep Dhankhar. Let us tell you that the claims made include the names of the Deputy Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, the country’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Congress MP from Thiruvananthapuram Shashi Tharoor, and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. However, it will be known in the coming time who will sit in the vice president’s chair. Ministry of Home Affairs has conveyed resignation of Vice President of India Jagdeep Dhankhar under Article 67A of the Constitution with immediate effect. pic.twitter.com/xZDG0IG8Rr — ANI (@ANI) July 22, 2025 How is the election held? According to the Constitution, in the event of the Vice President’s death, resignation, or vacancy due to any reason, it is necessary to conduct elections as soon as possible. In such a situation, the election process is likely to start soon. Let us tell you that voting in such elections is secret. This election takes place under the Proportional Representation System. In simple words, each MP casts one vote. Who can be elected as vice president? To contest for the post of vice president, the candidate must be a citizen of India and at least 35 years of age. A security deposit of ₹15,000 is required to be submitted to the Election Commission. However, if the candidate fails to secure at least one-sixth of the total valid votes, this deposit is forfeited.

An illegal IVF center was running in Gurugram for one year, police revealed

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The health department team has busted an illegal IVF center running in Sushant Lok Phase-1 of Gurugram. Surprisingly, the health department has come to know about this illegal IVF center after one year. According to the information, the police investigation has revealed that apart from IVF, IUI and surrogacy work are also going on in the center. The health department team has recovered 84 embryos from the spot. More than half a dozen individuals have been booked by the police, though no arrests have been made yet. The investigation is currently underway, and authorities are actively looking into the matter. Foreign citizens were becoming targets The services of this illegal center were spread not only across the country but also abroad. Investigation has revealed that a Chinese citizen and a couple living in Australia were undergoing treatment in this center. Investigation has also revealed that many ultrasound and fertility clinics in Gurugram are being operated without a valid license. To put an end to the incidents of sex determination being done secretly in Haryana, a police cell was formed in every district of the state a few months ago. Let us tell you that 18 such centers have already been identified. IVF center exposed: Acting on directives from the CMO, officials formed a special team led by Dr. Ritu, which carried out a raid at a facility called ‘Fertility 2U Center.’ Along with this, they said that during the raid, the team did not find any documents related to the illegal IVF center from the center’s operator, Manju Sharma. However, it was confirmed that permission was taken to use the ultrasound machine. .

PM Kisan Yojana: Who are those farmers whose bank accounts will not get the 20th instalment? Know here

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To provide relief to crores of farmers across the country, the 20th instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana is expected to be transferred to their bank accounts soon. Farmers registered under the scheme are eagerly awaiting this upcoming instalment. Under this scheme, an amount of Rs 2-2 thousand is given to the farmers associated with this scheme three times a year. The government sends money to the account of every farmer at an interval of every four months. Till now, 19 instalments have been successfully released under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme, and now the 20th instalment is next in line. On February 24, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi transferred ₹2000 as part of the 19th instalment directly into farmers’ bank accounts. With that done, all eyes are now on the 20th instalment, which farmers across the country are eagerly awaiting. Now the month of July is about to end, so there is a possibility that the 20th instalment will be received by the end of the month. But sadly, there may be some farmers who will be deprived of the benefits of this 20th instalment. So, let’s find out which farmers might face delays in receiving their next instalment. The instalment of these farmers can get stuck If you want the 20th instalment of Rs 2000 under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana to come in your account, then do the necessary work mentioned immediately.

Saiyyara Box Office Collection Day 1: ‘Saiyyara’ broke all records, earned so many crores on the first day at the box office

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Ahaan Pandey and Anit Padda’s romantic musical debut film, ‘Saiyara,’ directed by Mohit Suri, has made bumper earnings on the opening day. The film was released in theaters on July 18, and it made record-breaking earnings at the box office on the very first day. This film created a stir at the box office as soon as it came. According to the box office collection, the film has earned half of its budget on the very first day, and very soon the film will recover its entire budget. Two new faces, Ahaan Pandey and Anit Padda, have been launched with this film. The audience is liking this new Bollywood pair very much. Both these new actors have created history by earning in double digits on the opening day with their debut film. ‘Saiyara’ has become the highest-grossing debut film on the first day. A large crowd of audience members is gathering to watch the film. This film was very special for Mohit Suri, because he had been waiting for a big hit for a long time, and this film has completely lived up to his expectations. Let us tell you that this film directed by Mohit Suri has been included in the top 10 opener films of the year 2025. ‘Saiyara’ is a romantic emotional love story in which two broken hearts connect with each other. The story begins with Vaani Batra (Anit Padda), whose marriage is broken, and her heart is also broken. Her fiancé leaves her on the wedding day. A professional meeting gradually turns into a personal one. Both fall in love with each other. But there are many complications in the path of their love. What happens next in this film, you will see by going to your nearest cinema halls. Let us tell you that since the trailer launch of the film, it has been compared to Aashiqui 2, but it is not like Aashiqui 2. Ahaan Pandey has played the role of a rude and self-centered singer, while Anit Padda has played the role of a shy songwriter. ‘Saiyaara’ isn’t just a love story; it’s a heartfelt journey that captures the depth of relationships and the strength of true love. If you like films with emotional and beautiful music, then ‘Saiyaara’ is the right choice for you. Story of ‘Saiyara’ The music of the film is also amazing. Talking about the music of the film, the music is its soul, which strengthens the story. The title track of the film, Saiyara, touches the heart even after the film ends. Another beautiful track from the film is Humsafar, brought to life by the popular music composer duo Sachet-Parampara with their soulful voice and signature style.This song will give you a chance to immerse yourself in the world of romance once again. The theme of this song is “Pyaar truly affects only when the company is right.”

Jio Shines in Reliance Industries’ Results, Profit Jumps 78% to ₹26,994 Crore

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Billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has performed brilliantly in the first quarter (Q1FY26) of the financial year 2025-26. The company said that its net profit has jumped by 76 percent. Reliance Industries Chairman and Managing Director Mukesh Ambani said that his company has started the financial year 2026 with a strong and better performance in all respects. Let us tell you that the revenue of Reliance Retail has increased to Rs 84,171 crore. Last year, during the same quarter, this figure stood at ₹17,445 crore. At the same time, EBITDA has also increased significantly compared to last year. There has been an increase of 15.4% in EBITDA, which is being reported to be Rs 44,961.2 crore. This is the reason why JioAirFiber has now become the world’s largest Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) service. That’s not all Mukesh Ambani’s Jio has now surpassed 200 million 5G subscribers, marking another big milestone for the company. Along with this, its home broadband connections have also increased to more than 2 crores. Jio is expanding new services Jio is bringing new generation services for its consumers, like JioGames Cloud and JioPC, to promote digital services in India. Along with this, it will also help in increasing AI in the country. Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Jio Infocomm, highlighted a major achievement for Jio during the opening quarter of FY 2026. Now the number of 5G customers has exceeded 20 crores, and the number of home service customers has crossed 2 crores. Meanwhile, Isha Ambani, Executive Director of Reliance Retail Ventures Limited, shared that Reliance Retail has delivered a strong performance. He further said that we are constantly focusing on giving better products. We are also investing in new technology and different products so that we can serve our customers better and grow faster. Mukesh Ambani delighted with the results Reliance Industries Chairman and Managing Director Mukesh Ambani is also very happy with the excellent performance of Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) in the first quarter of the financial year 2025-26. Mukesh Ambani said the company’s total EBITDA in the first quarter of 2026 has increased significantly compared to last year, while during this time there was a lot of fluctuation in the economic situation around the world.

ED Calls In Google, Meta for July 21 Hearing

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Now strict action will be taken against Google and Meta. ED has issued notice to Google and Meta. ED alleges that both the companies have promoted betting apps. The companies prominently placed advertisements and websites of these apps on their platforms. On July 21, ED summoned the representatives of both companies for questioning. The purpose of this investigation is to stop the growing influence of online betting. ED says that betting ads on these social media platforms have been delivered to the people very easily. This is the reason why ED has called the representatives of both these companies for questioning. Interrogation to be held on July 21 This is the first time that a big tech company in India is being held directly accountable in matters like betting. According to ED, the representatives of both the companies will be questioned about showing online betting ads in this manner. It is believed that both the companies have earned black money worth crores of rupees through these platforms. Action against betting continues across the country This has proved that investigations against online betting are now being done on a larger scale. It is being said that black money worth crores of rupees has been earned through these platforms. Now ED action is going on across the country. A few days ago, a case was also registered against many big film stars. The list features several high-profile personalities, including Vijay Deverakonda, Rana Daggubati, and Prakash Raj. a case was registered against 29 actors. It is also alleged that these people were given huge amounts of money to promote these apps. Along with this, the statements of these celebrities are expected to be recorded in the coming days. Apart from this, ED is also looking for complainants across the country who were duped by these betting apps.

The camera exposed the truth! Astronomer CEO caught with a girl at Coldplay’s concert

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Recently, the truth about the CEO of a big software company was exposed in public. A video of tech company Astronomer’s CEO Andy Byron is becoming very viral on social media. Let us tell you that in the viral video, Byron was seen romancing with his HR head, Kristin Cabot. Actually, during a Coldplay concert, when both were romancing, the camera captured them. In the video, it can be seen that Andy Byron was standing tightly in Kristin Cabot’s arms. As soon as Andy Byron’s affair came to light, his wife removed her surname from the Facebook page. In such a situation, a big debate has started on social media about the affair in the workplace. People are strongly condemning Astronomer’s CEO Andy Byron. On social media, people are expressing sympathy for Byron’s wife. CEO Andy Byrne’s statement on viral video In most cases, it is seen that people often deny the things that have come to light. However, the statement made by Andy Byrne surprised everyone. Andy has admitted his mistake. Andy’s apology is going viral on social media. Andy, while admitting his mistake, wrote to his ex, ‘I want to acknowledge the moment that is online and the disappointment that it caused. What should have been a night of music and enjoyment turned into a deeply personal mistake on a public platform. I want to sincerely apologize to my wife, my family, and the team at Astronomer. As a partner, a father, and a leader, you deserve better than me.’ Along with this, let us tell you that Andy Byrne has currently turned off comments on all his social media platforms. Who is Andy Byrne? Andy Byrne has been serving as the CEO of Astronomer, a data infrastructure company, since July 2023. . He has played an important role in the growth of this company. According to reports, Byron appointed Kristin Cabot as the HR head of his company in November 2024.

Bollywood Actors Who Recently Became Proud Fathers to Baby Girls

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