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 Published on Knowledge24/7 | By Nitesh Srivastava After weeks of anticipation, the monsoon has officially covered the entire country—with an early onset in most states and a slightly delayed entry in Delhi. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), this year's monsoon arrived 9 days earlier than usual in several regions, while Delhi received its first showers on June 29, two days later than expected. Relief from Heat, But Waterlogging Woes Continue   The arrival of the monsoon has brought much-needed relief from the scorching summer heat, especially in North India. However, with the downpour has come the usual challenges of waterlogging and traffic disruptions, particularly in low-lying areas of Delhi and other urban centers. Where Has the Monsoon Reached?   The IMD confirmed that the southwest monsoon has now advanced into Rajasthan, western Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and fully covered Delhi as of June 29, 2025. This is the earliest national coverage since ...

 Posted on Knowledge24/7 | By Nitesh Srivastava While many global companies have pulled back from conflict zones, McDonald's is doing the unexpected—expanding its footprint in Ukraine , even as the war with Russia continues into its third year. In a surprising development, McDonald’s has now opened its first outlet in Ukraine’s remote alpine region of Transcarpathia , and the excitement among locals is palpable. The move marks a powerful symbol of economic recovery and hope amid adversity. Booming Business in a War-Torn Nation   McDonald's has announced plans to open around 10 new outlets in Ukraine by the end of the year , pushing the total number of restaurants in the country to nearly 120—even more than it had before the Russian invasion began in 2022. City councils across Ukraine are now competing to host a McDonald's outlet, recognizing the brand's power to generate local jobs and boost tax revenues. This unexpected business boom is being seen as part of Ukraine’s...

 Posted on Knowledge24/7 | By Nitesh Srivastava In a major development shaking the tech industry, "Google is once again in the legal spotlight"—this time, for its "alleged monopoly over the digital advertising ecosystem". The Second Big Blow to Google   On Monday, the U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) launched a high-stakes "Antitrust Trial Against Googl", accusing the tech giant of using unfair and monopolistic tactics to dominate the online advertising market. This comes just months after a judge ruled in favor of the DoJ in a separate case, declaring that Google had "illegally monopolised online search". This latest trial poses a much larger threat—targeting the very core of Google’s AdTech business , which is responsible for over 75% of the company’s total revenue. What’s at Stake?   Google earned more than \$200 billion from online ads in the past year alone. Prosecutors argue that the company unfairly takes up to 36% of advertiser spending...