Capital of Maharashtra, India's financial hub and most populous city proper
England has chased down 191 with 1 over to spare as Bethell scores 76* to seal a four-wicket victory at Emirates Old Trafford, surpassing a dramatic start by India’s Vaibhav Sooryavanshi who debuted at 15.
Airlines are shifting capacity and raising fares due to ongoing Middle East conflicts. Qantas is reducing domestic flights and increasing prices, while European and US carriers are expanding routes to Africa and Asia. These changes are driven by geopolitical tensions and rising fuel costs.
Asha Bhosle, the legendary Indian playback singer known for over 12,000 songs across multiple languages and genres, has died at age 92 in Mumbai. She was hospitalized with a chest infection and exhaustion before passing from multiple organ failure. Her career spanned eight decades, influencing Bollywood and global music scenes.
Cred’s leadership shift and Meta’s $900 million investment strengthen WhatsApp’s push into payments and business services. Kunal Shah departs Cred to lead WhatsApp; Miten Sampat becomes interim WhatsApp chief strategy officer as Cred scales toward an IPO.
Two reviews of Abir Mukherjee’s The Pinnacle and Robert J Harris’s Crescendo (plus other titles) chart crime, power and celebrity in modern Mumbai and classic Hollywood. The Guardian and The Scotsman assess a city’s glitter and grit through money, influence and murder.
Global personal luxury goods sales are forecast to grow 2%–4% in 2026, reaching about €365–€373 billion. The Americas drive the rebound, with U.S. demand leading growth; China and Europe show uneven recovery amid geopolitical tensions. Experiential luxury and new spending patterns are reshaping the market.
Across a string of European and U.S. outlets, regional burger and sandwich chains are gaining ground on giants as consumers chase value, quality, and customizable experiences. Dame in New York exemplifies a modern British dining wave, while US outlets highlight ongoing shifts in fast food and casual dining.
AP News reports that monsoon rains have been erratic and late, hindering planting in northern India. Water restrictions in Mumbai reflect dwindling reservoirs as El Niño and a warming climate reduce rainfall. Farmers fear losses and debt as June–July sowing windows close without adequate rain.
WhatsApp is rolling out usernames so people can be contacted by handles instead of phone numbers. The feature, designed to boost privacy, will be rolled out gradually this year and will include protections to curb impersonation. High-profile names will be reserved to prevent abuse.