YouTube is making significant changes to how users discover content. Starting July 21, 2025, the platform will permanently remove its “Trending” and “Trending Now” sections — features that have been part of the platform since 2015.
The decision comes after a noticeable decline in user visits to the Trending page over the past five years. Users now rely more on Shorts, search suggestions, comments, and community posts to find popular content.
To replace Trending, YouTube will introduce new category-specific charts that highlight the most popular content across various segments. Currently available on YouTube Music, these charts showcase trending music videos, podcasts, and movie trailers, with more categories to be added soon. Gaming enthusiasts can still find trending content on the YouTube Gaming Explore page.
Content creators, who previously relied on the Trending section to gauge video performance, will now have access to personalized insights via the “Inspiration” tab in YouTube Studio.
New Delhi: To enhance passenger safety, the Indian Railways will install CCTV cameras in all train coaches and engines. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has approved the nationwide implementation following a successful trial in the Northern Railway zone.
Each coach will have four cameras, while engines will have six, positioned near doors and public areas. The cameras will be 360-degree, capable of operating even in the dark and at speeds of up to 100 km/h. Passenger privacy will be maintained, according to the Railways.
A total of 74,000 coaches and 15,000 engines across the country will be equipped. Video footage will be analyzed using AI technology to help prevent train-related crimes.
The bridge collapse in Vadodara, Gujarat, has been attributed to serious administrative negligence, according to a high-level committee report. Based on the findings, the government has suspended four engineers, and the Chief Minister has ordered a review of the condition of other bridges in the state.
Back in 2022, the government had received early warning signs when parts of the bridge began to deteriorate. A letter from a local panchayat member to the Roads and Buildings Department warning about the potential danger has also surfaced. However, authorities failed to restrict or prohibit traffic on the structurally compromised bridge. Even the construction of a new bridge was delayed due to administrative inaction.
The high-level committee submitted its preliminary report after examining the bridge’s structural integrity, maintenance records, and repair history. It concluded that timely action was not taken by officials, leading to the disaster.
Following this, four engineers from the engineering department have been suspended immediately. The Chief Minister has now called for a comprehensive inspection of all other bridges in the state.
The Roads and Buildings Department — which has shown gross negligence — functions under the direct authority of the Chief Minister.
Karachi: In Pakistan’s Balochistan province, a group of armed militants shot dead nine passengers after identifying them through ID cards. The incident occurred on Thursday evening, targeting a bus traveling from Quetta to the Loralai district in Punjab province.
On Friday, militants intercepted the bus, checked the identity documents of passengers, and singled out nine individuals identified as Punjabis. The victims were then forcibly taken to a nearby mountainous area and shot dead.
Ashfaq Chaudhary, an administrator from Dera Ghazi Khan district in Punjab, confirmed that the attack specifically targeted Punjabis. Authorities later recovered the bullet-ridden bodies from the area.
No group has claimed responsibility for the attack so far. However, officials suspect the involvement of Baloch separatist militants, as similar incidents have occurred in the past targeting Punjabi settlers in the region.
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) — one of the most active insurgent groups in Balochistan — is believed to be behind such attacks. The group has long opposed the Pakistani government’s exploitation of the province’s rich natural resources, claiming that Balochistan is being plundered for the benefit of Punjab. Balochistan borders both Afghanistan and Iran and is rich in minerals and other natural wealth.
Palakkad: A Fire Force official has been suspended for demanding a bribe in exchange for issuing a No Objection Certificate (NOC). The Vigilance Department took action against Hitesh, a fire officer from Palakkad, after he was found guilty of the accusation.
The issue arose when a building owner from Palakkad approached Hitesh for renewing a three-star license, which required a fire NOC. However, Hitesh allegedly demanded a bribe of ₹1,00,000 for processing the renewal. Following a formal complaint from the building owner, the Vigilance Department conducted an inquiry and recommended the suspension of the official.
Karthik Surya Wedding Photos; Karthik Surya Marriage with Varsha Function photos – vlogger and TV presenter Karthik Surya with his beloved Varsha in an intimate ceremony attended by close family and friends. The wedding, held on July 11, 2025, radiated elegance and warmth, with heartfelt moments captured in vibrant photographs.
YouTuber and Mazhavilmanorama Or Chiri Iruchiri host Karthik Surya got married. Karthik’s mother’s brother’s daughter Varsha is the bride. Karthik had shared every moment of the wedding on his page. The wedding ceremony was held in Thiruvananthapuram attended by family members and friends.
Dubbed by vice-chairman Uday Shankar as a “man for all seasons”, Chatterjee has held positions in Google, McKinsey, and Hindustan Unilever before joining JioStar.
Ishan Chatterjee, currently the chief business officer, sports revenue, SMB and creators at JioStar , will take over as the CEO of Sports and Live Experiences at JioStar from Sanjog Gupta—who has been appointed as the seventh CEO of the International Cricket Council (ICC)—the streaming giant said on Monday.
Chatterjee, who will oversee the sports business of JioStar across TV and digital, will report to Kiran Mani, the CEO of digital at JioStar. According to media reports, Chatterjee will also work closely with JioStar vice chairman Uday Shankar—who reportedly calls Chatterjee “a man for all seasons”—on strategic priorities, including sports transformation and stakeholder relationships.
As Chief Business Officer – Sports Revenue, SMB & Creators at JioStar, Ishan leads the overall monetisation strategy and revenue growth for JioHotstar. He oversees key business areas, including sports and small and medium-sized businesses, while also driving the growth of JioStar’s creator ecosystem, building a new revenue stream and transforming the platform into a vibrant hub for content and commerce.
With over 20 years of experience across business and revenue roles, Ishan brings deep expertise in scaling digital platforms and driving strategic growth. Before joining JioStar, he served as Managing Director of YouTube India, where he played a key role in expanding the platform’s reach and influence. Over his 13-year tenure at Google, he held several leadership roles across EMEA and APAC, contributing to the company’s growth across multiple international markets.
Ishan’s early career included roles at McKinsey and Hindustan Unilever , where he developed a strong grounding in strategic thinking and business fundamentals. An alumnus of The Wharton School and St. Stephen’s College, Delhi, he blends academic excellence with real-world experience.
Earlier on Monday, the ICC, in an official communique, announced that Sanjog Gupta has been appointed as the CEO of the governing body, effective July 7. His appointment follows a global recruitment process launched by the ICC in March. The role attracted over 2,500 applications from candidates across 25 countries. The ICC’s HR and remuneration committee shortlisted 12 candidates for the Nomination Committee, who unanimously recommended Gupta’s name to ICC chairman Jay Shah, who accepted it after further assessment and evaluation, after which the full ICC Board ratified it.
“It is a privilege to have this opportunity, especially at a time when cricket is poised for unprecedented growth and enjoys the passionate support of almost two billion fans worldwide,” Gupta said in a statement. “Cricket’s inclusion in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games and the rapid acceleration of technology deployment/adoption could act as force multipliers for the cricket movement around the world.”
Dubbed by vice-chairman Uday Shankar as a “man for all seasons”, Chatterjee has held positions in Google, McKinsey, and Hindustan Unilever before joining JioStar.
Ishan Chatterjee, currently the chief business officer, sports revenue, SMB and creators at JioStar , will take over as the CEO of Sports and Live Experiences at JioStar from Sanjog Gupta—who has been appointed as the seventh CEO of the International Cricket Council (ICC)—the streaming giant said on Monday.
Chatterjee, who will oversee the sports business of JioStar across TV and digital, will report to Kiran Mani, the CEO of digital at JioStar. According to media reports, Chatterjee will also work closely with JioStar vice chairman Uday Shankar—who reportedly calls Chatterjee “a man for all seasons”—on strategic priorities, including sports transformation and stakeholder relationships.
As Chief Business Officer – Sports Revenue, SMB & Creators at JioStar, Ishan leads the overall monetisation strategy and revenue growth for JioHotstar. He oversees key business areas, including sports and small and medium-sized businesses, while also driving the growth of JioStar’s creator ecosystem, building a new revenue stream and transforming the platform into a vibrant hub for content and commerce.
With over 20 years of experience across business and revenue roles, Ishan brings deep expertise in scaling digital platforms and driving strategic growth. Before joining JioStar, he served as Managing Director of YouTube India, where he played a key role in expanding the platform’s reach and influence. Over his 13-year tenure at Google, he held several leadership roles across EMEA and APAC, contributing to the company’s growth across multiple international markets.
Ishan’s early career included roles at McKinsey and Hindustan Unilever , where he developed a strong grounding in strategic thinking and business fundamentals. An alumnus of The Wharton School and St. Stephen’s College, Delhi, he blends academic excellence with real-world experience.
Earlier on Monday, the ICC, in an official communique, announced that Sanjog Gupta has been appointed as the CEO of the governing body, effective July 7. His appointment follows a global recruitment process launched by the ICC in March. The role attracted over 2,500 applications from candidates across 25 countries. The ICC’s HR and remuneration committee shortlisted 12 candidates for the Nomination Committee, who unanimously recommended Gupta’s name to ICC chairman Jay Shah, who accepted it after further assessment and evaluation, after which the full ICC Board ratified it.
“It is a privilege to have this opportunity, especially at a time when cricket is poised for unprecedented growth and enjoys the passionate support of almost two billion fans worldwide,” Gupta said in a statement. “Cricket’s inclusion in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games and the rapid acceleration of technology deployment/adoption could act as force multipliers for the cricket movement around the world.”
Texas, USA: The death toll from the flash floods that struck Texas, USA, in the early hours of July 4th, has risen to 110. Numerous individuals remain missing. In Kerr County alone, the hardest-hit area by the heavy rains, 161 people are unaccounted for. So far, 19 adults and seven children have not been identified. Rescue operations are challenging due to the persistent threat of rain in the area. Helicopters and surveillance cameras are being utilized in the search efforts. Reports indicate that heavy rainfall is expected in the coming days.
It has been confirmed that 27 girls and staff members participating in a Christian summer camp (Camp Mystic) were among those affected. Five campers and one adult are still missing. An emergency has been declared in New Mexico due to rising water levels. The search for 170 individuals is ongoing.
Criticism is mounting regarding the lack of adequate warnings. Furthermore, concerns have been raised that mass layoffs as part of cost-cutting measures have impacted the functioning of weather departments and flood warnings. There is also criticism against Trump’s policy that natural disasters should be handled by individual states. However, he maintains that the disaster was unpredictable.
Thiruvananthapuram: The nationwide strike called by joint trade unions against central government policies has entered its ninth hour, creating a ‘bandh’-like atmosphere across Kerala.
Although a limited number of KSRTC (Kerala State Road Transport Corporation) buses are operating, pro-strike activists are blocking them in several places, leaving commuters stranded.
Many bus stands are witnessing people waiting for hours for buses. Even hospital staff are among those stuck on the roads. With employees unable to reach their workplaces, many hospitals have arranged vehicles to transport their staff.
