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Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ earned 20.76 billion rupees at the box office in India

Christopher Nolan’s “Odyssey” grossed over twenty crore rupees in India on its opening day. The film features a star-studded cast, including Tom Holland and Zendaya. It tells the story of Odysseus’ arduous ten-year journey home after the Trojan War. The movie was shot using advanced 70mm IMAX film cameras for a spectacular experience. Universal Pictures distributed this epic production worldwide.

Goa government plans up to 50% subsidy on electric vehicles for bike taxis and rickshaw operators

The Goa government will offer up to 50% subsidy on electric vehicles for licensed motorcycle pilots and autorickshaw operators and will install 70 new EV charging stations to boost clean mobility.

Volvo signs one of the biggest office deals of the second quarter with a 600,000 sq ft lease in Bengaluru

India’s office market recorded its strongest quarter ever in the second quarter of 2026, with gross rental reaching a record high of 24.6 million sq ft, according to CBRE. As the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), flexible workspaces and technology companies continue to drive demand despite geopolitical uncertainty, Volvo Group signed one of the biggest deals of the quarter, renting 600,000 sq m in Bengaluru.

IDBI Bank increases FCNR’s price with 16% offer

According to offering documents accessed by ET, the scheme allows customers to borrow up to 12 times their deposit amount and offers an indicative effective annual return of up to 16.2%, depending on investment size and tenure. Under the FCNR(B) Structured Credit Facility Special Opportunity Deposits, the bank offers dollar deposit interest rates of up to 6.60% for deposits over $5 million with a maturity of three to five years.

PM Modi flags off India’s first hydrogen-powered train

Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off India’s first hydrogen-powered train in Haryana, describing it as the world’s most powerful hydrogen train with 3,200 horsepower. The train, running between Jind and Sonipat, marks India’s foray into hydrogen rail technology, which Modi has signaled will be rolled out for wider use after further research to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

FIFA final provides excellent boost to weekend spending

Indian restaurants and bars are expecting a significant increase in spending this weekend. Pre-bookings for venues more than doubled, causing opening hours to be extended. Television manufacturers are reporting a significant increase in demand for widescreen TVs. Brands are offering special promotions and meal combinations to capitalize on the event. Businesses expect a significant increase in sales during the final match.

Iron ore joined the core sector with the government’s renewal of the index

Iron ore has been added to the list of key sector industries, increasing it to nine. The government will publish its revised Basic Industries Index series on July 20. This new series will include a 2022-23 base year, replacing the old 2011-12 base. Raw coal remains, but coal crumbs and washed coal are excluded to avoid double counting.