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Monsoon enters South Konkan, State advises farmers to defer sowing

The Agriculture and Disaster Management Department has forecast rainfall in parts of Sindhudurg and Ratnagiri districts until June 9; in other re

PDP leaders plough paddy fields to protest govt. takeover of land from farmers in Pulwama

Shabir Ahmad, a farmer from Pulwamas Padgampora, said small patches of 3-4 kanals of land were being utilised by locals to procure rice and feed

Quote of the day by Malcolm X: 'The media's the most powerful entity on earth. They have the power to make the...' - inspiring lessons on media influence, public perception, bias and importance of thinking beyond headlines by African American civil rights leader

Quote of the day by Malcolm X: Malcolm X's powerful words highlight media's immense sway over public perception, capable of shaping views on inno

Jupiter and Venus Conjunction on June 9: Don't miss the most important celestial event of the year here's how to watch the event

On June 9, Jupiter and Venus will appear exceptionally close in the western sky shortly after sunset, offering a spectacular celestial event. Sta

'Why can't you DIRECTLY say it?': Kelly & King grill Trump nominee Michael Vance over 2020 elections

Research Finds Underage Alcohol Consumption In Bengaluru More Than National Average, Home Minister No IDs, No Entry To Bars, Pubs

The study brought to light the median age of stating alcohol consumption was 17 years in Bengaluru adolescents with some stating initiation as ea

Apples Most Powerful On-Device AI Model Requires iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone Air or Newer Macs, iPads

Apple announced that its most powerful on-device model will require newer hardware with higher memory capacity

Sigma Secures Export Contract Valued At Rs 208 Cr

The contract will be executed over six months. This new order marks an expansion in munitions capabilities for Sigma, moving from a fuze manufact

James poised to enter RS without contest

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 8: Meghalaya Democratic Alliance (MDA) nominee James P.K. Sangma is set to be elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha

Will continue as MCA president after election, says James

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 8: MDAs Rajya Sabha nominee James P.K. Sangma on Monday asserted that his election to the Upper House of Parliamen

7.8 magnitude tremor kills 35 in Philippines, sets off tsunami

MANILA, June 8: An offshore magnitude 7.8 earthquake rocked the southern Philippines on Monday, killing at least 35 people, injuring more than 20

Punish head coach, assistant manager: MSCW to Mlaya Cricket Association

Six members of the U-23 Meghalaya Womens Cricket Team had alleged sexual harassment by the duo By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 8: The Meghalaya St

Arson attacks on vehicles isolated incidents: CM

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 8: Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma said the torching of four vehicles in different parts of Shillong on Saturday w

Hearing on plea against Sonams bail ends in HC

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 8: The counsel for Sonam Raghuvanshi has concluded his arguments in the case pertaining to the writ petition filed

Life advice of the day by Henry David Thoreau: 'The man who goes alone can start today, but he who travels with another must...' - inspiring lessons on self-reliance, taking initiative and hidden cost of waiting for others by transcendentalist writer of Walden

Life advice of the day by Henry David Thoreau: His quote emphasizes the power of individual initiative. He suggests that those who act independen

WWDC 2026: Siri AI, Apple Intelligence, child safety tools and more Biggest announcements from Apple

Apple has announced its biggest AI advancements at WWDC 2026. A completely redesigned Siri will understand context and perform actions across app

Operation P-Hunt: 18 cases booked, two arrested in Ernakulam

Meghalaya Pradesh Youth Congress members take out a rally protesting against rising fuel prices and NEET paper leak issue at Mendipathar

Meghalaya Pradesh Youth Congress members take out a rally protesting against rising fuel prices and NEET paper leak issue at Mendipathar, North G

Kadavanthra police to record actor Ansibas statement

Open-cast mining is not feasible in EJH: Kyrmen

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 8: Former Cabinet Minister Kyrmen Shylla on Monday said open-cast coal mining is not a viable option for East Jain

Too early to comment on CJP: Conrad

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, June 8: Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Monday refused to comment on the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), which launched

Transport Teams To Intensify Checks On Vehicles Flouting Norms

A highlevel meeting held on Monday was attended by special chief secretary Vikas Raj, transport commissioner Ilambarithi, additional transport co

MP reviews facilities at Dwaraka RTC Complex

Iran, Israel Halt Strikes on Each Other for Now

Oil prices which had risen by as much as 5% after the flurry of attacks - pared gains when Iran's military said its first wave of strikes on Isra

iOS 27 Beta arrives with Siri AI upgrade: Here's the list of supported iPhones, release details and how to download iOS 27 beta 1

Apple has unveiled iOS 27 and a new Siri AI system, with the first developer beta now available for testing. The update emphasizes AI features, q

Regional celebrations to mark govt.s second anniversary on June 17

SSC Supplementary Exams Peaceful

Attendance stood at 83.05 per cent, with 2,915 candidates absent.

6.1-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Cuba, Tremors Felt in Florida

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck near western Cuba on Monday, shaking buildings in Havana and beyond.

Not named NDA nominee for Bihar Council poll, RLM chiefs son set to lose Cabinet berth

Deepak Prakash, who was sworn in as Minister on May 7, must get elected to either House of the Legislature within six months to retain his Cabine

Indias Longest Tunnel at Zojila Nears Historic Breakthrough

Being constructed by Hyderabad -based MEIL, the tunnel will provide all-weather access to key strategic regions of Drass, Kargil, and Leh.

TN Has No Power Shortage: Minister

Speaking at a felicitation meeting organized by the Electricity Board Engineers Association in Chennai on Monday, the Minster said that in some a

FM Sitharaman discusses ways to boost growth with Bengal CM

The meeting, coming just over a month after the BJP stormed to power in West Bengal for the first time, also dwelt on improving the credit availa

Delhi B&B fire: missing accountantsurrenders; police say cook on tea break had left fryer on

Cooks interrogation reveals fire had started from kitchen on ground floor where he was preparing breakfast for guests; accountant Jay Mishra was

Shah calls for joint action by 3 States to rejuvenate Yamuna

Oil tanker catches fire near Oman; 24 Indian seafarers safe

An empty oil tanker, MT Marivex, caught fire near Oman on Monday. All 24 Indian seafarers on board are safe. The vessel was outside the Strait of

Siri AI Features: Write with Siri, Voice Customization, and More

Siri AI, the upgraded assistant comes with a dedicated app and a new Dynamic Island-based interface, replacing the current colourful edge animati

Man Kills Son, Dies by Suicide in Nalgonda

Police said Linga Reddy allegedly hit his son on the head with a hammer and later consumed pesticide

Lapses Cited in Curbing Industrial Mishaps

Experts maintain that no industrial unit would accept a critical safety audit by paying a fee to those who come for the audit. The audit itself w

Are Tiger Woods and Vanessa Trump on the Verge of Breakup? Here's What Reports Say

Recent reports suggest that Tiger Woods and Vanessa Trump are not on the verge of a breakup despite facing major personal challenges. Woods conti

A troubling judgment and endorsement of the SIR

The top courts verdict raises constitutional concerns and casts a shadow over past electoral rolls

Heavy Rain Likely Across AP; Heatwave Conditions to Persist

On Monday, the highest temperature in the state was recorded at 41.7C in Gudur of Nellore district, followed by 41.4C at Chityala in East Godavar

Survivors Recount Chaos After Steel Plant Mishap

According to employees, the blast triggered a fire and dense smoke, making it difficult for workers to move to safety and assess the situation in

RBI moves Madras High Court against order to transfer Swami Satyanandas money to Italy

Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G. Arul Murugan entertain the appeal and stay the single judges order

Drones deployed for special drive against narcotics at CMBT

Police teams carried out extensive checks across the bus terminus and its surrounding areas during night

The Oman CEPA, a new gateway for Indias exports

The agreement boosts exports, services, investment and professional mobility

Dalit Teen Beaten To Death Over Inter-Caste Friendship In Uttarakhand: Cops

An 18-year-old Dalit youth was allegedly beaten to death and his friend severely injured over his friendship with a minor girl from an upper cast

Quote of the day by Groucho Marx: 'I was married by a judge. I should have asked for...' Life lessons on marriage, relationships and human nature by American actor and comedian

Quote of the Day by Groucho Marx highlights a humorous view of marriage, relationships, and human nature. The famous line, I was married by a jud

Bhujbal Voices Displeasure Over Denial Of Rajya Sabha Seat

The NCP nominated Rajendra Jain, a loyalist of party working president Praful Patel, as the party candidate for the vacant Rajya Sabha seat from

Irish proverb of the day: 'Do not resent growing old. Many are denied the...' - motivational lessons on aging, gratitude, appreciating life, embracing growing older and importance of living in the present

Irish proverb of the day: An Irish saying offers a fresh perspective on aging. It suggests that growing older is a privilege many never experienc

One of UK's oldest listed cos Tate & Lyle accepts $3.6 billion bid from Ingredion

Ingredion is set to acquire Tate & Lyle for 2.7 billion pounds, approximately 3.6 billion dollars. This deal marks the end of Tate & Lyle's nearl

CM to Distribute 553 Buses to Women SHGs at Parade Grounds Today

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, who will attend as the chief guest, is expected to outline various welfare and development programmes being impl

A Tata Trust board meets amid shadows over old share deal

Sir Dorabji Tata Trust trustees met Monday for routine matters. A petition questioning a 1989 Tata Sons share transfer to Noel Tata's father was

28 lakh candidates for 32,679 vacancies: Oppn. attacks U.P. govt. over mounting unemployment

Strategic afterthought: On the Great Nicobar project

The government must be transparent with the Nicobar project

Union demands increase in wages for contract workers

Several court cases related to regularisation of workers services are still pending

Police Seize Accused's Property In Bantwal Cattle Slaughter Case

Police said the seizure was carried out under Section 8(1) of the Act, which empowers authorities to attach premises allegedly used for offences

President appoints Rajavelu, Sivakolundhu, Rajasekaran Ministers in Puducherry

President is pleased to appoint, on the advice of the Chief Minister,- 1. Shri P. Rajavelu 2. Shri V. P. Sivakolundhu 3. Shri G. N. S. Rajasekara

Adyar Cancer Institute enables wider access to robotic cancer surgeries

Robotic-assisted cancer surgery, often limited by high cost and infrastructure needs, has been made more accessible through institutional support

GCC to increase lighting, CCTV cameras at Marina beach for safety

GCC commissioner G.S.Sameeran and City Police Commissioner A.Amalraj conduct a joint inspection of the Marina beach on Monday to assess the safet

BJPs Mahesh Kevat Files Nomination for Rajya Sabha Elections in Madhya Pradesh

Bhopal, June 9: Mahesh Kevat, the third candidate from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has officially submitted his nomination for the Rajya Sa

Some headaches need more than a painkiller: when you need to see a doctor

Headaches that feel qualitatively different new, more frequent, or noticeably worse in the morning, are worth flagging. If over-the-counter paink

New policy For Gig Workers Welfare: Vivek Venkataswamy

Venkataswamy announced that the government is finalising a special policy for gig workers, which will include social security, insurance, and hea

'Pulte has NONE of that, ZERO!': Warner unloads on Trump's SHOCKING choice to lead U.S. intelligence

Steel Plant Tragedy Leaves Families Shattered

Families of the victims remain in shock, awaiting official word while grappling with the sudden loss and uncertainty surrounding their loved ones

Steel Minister Visits Vizag Steel Plant After Fatal Accident

They are likely to interact with RINL officials and meet the families of the deceased and injured workers.

Embracing the Constitution is Key to a Developed India: CM Nayab Singh Saini

Chandigarh, June 9: A significant discussion on the Constitution, democracy, and the vision of a Developed India 2047 took place during the Commo

Delhi HC seeks Centre, CBSE responses on plea seeking OSM inquiry

AIKS to mobilise cotton growers as crop turns unviable in Haryana

A boost for the Karnataka workforce

The notification on minimum wages is a step in the right direction

CEA Nageswaran backs CAG audit of local bodies

Chief economic adviser V Anantha Nageswaran calls for Comptroller and Auditor General of India audits for Panchayati Raj institutions. This aims

American Proverb of the Day: Dont marry without love, but dont love without Life lessons on compatibility, balance, clarity, awareness and why love alone doesnt make a relationship work

American Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of Dont marry without love, but dont love without reason. The saying reflects the importance o

iOS 27 Compatibility List: These iPhones Will Support Apples Latest Update

The tech giant unveiled several new features, ranging from a transparency slider for Liquid Glass to an upgraded Flyover experience in Apple Maps

EU Delegation Arrives In Assam for 2-Day Visit To Boost Ties

The visit comes as India and the European Union seek to deepen engagement under the India-EU Comprehensive Strategic Agenda adopted earlier this

Lebanon says Israel has bombed it nearly 3,500 times during ceasefire

The U.S.-brokered ceasefire came into effect just after midnight on April 17, with Israeli troops still positioned deep inside southern Lebanon.

Osmania University receives USD 110,000 donation for engineering dept. from ex-student

Famous Quote of the Day by Iconic Irish band Boyzone: If it comes, I deal with it. I don't get over-excited about Inspiring lessons on self-control, decision making, pressure, overreaction and why you cant please everyone by the popular band that achieved 16 Top Five singles and six number-one hits on the UK charts

Famous Quote of the Day by Boyzone: Boyzone once shared a grounded perspective on handling life and expectations, If it comes, I deal with it. I

Vitamin deficiencies may raise dementia risk, finds ICMR-NIN study

Credit cover for collateral-free education loans may be raised at inter-ministerial consultations

The government is exploring increasing the credit guarantee cover for education loans. This move aims to allow banks to offer loans exceeding 7.5

Spains Coach Warns Team Ahead of Crucial World Cup Qualifier Against Iceland

Madrid, June 9: Spains womens national team coach, Sonia Bermudez, has issued a stern warning to her players. To secure direct qualification for

BJP Leader Seeks Muharram Security

The DGP assured the delegation that protocols would be reviewed and citizen safety during Muharram would remain a priority, Baqri said.

Zoji La tunnel set for breakthrough blast today: Gadkari to visit corridor that will provide all-weather Kashmir-Ladakh connectivity

French Proverb of the Day on love: 'Life is slumber, love is the dream...'- Life lessons on love, meaning, human experience, and why a life without love is only half lived

A 19th-century French proverb by Alfred de Musset posits that life is like slumber, with love serving as the dream that gives it meaning. It emph

FIFA World Cup 2026 Countdown | Iran arrives amidst a tumultuous lead-up; France and Spain bring their star power

Trinamool Congress moves Calcutta HC over LoP row

The decision comes days after 58 MLAs floated a rebel bloc led by expelled MLA Ritabrata Banerjee who was recognised by the Speaker as Leader of

Dont close schools in Adivasi and rural areas: Telangana Save Education Committee

Cordelia Cruises Returns to Visakhapatnam

The company added Visakhapatnam to its itinerary in 2022, came back in 2025, and its continued inclusion this year highlights the ports rising im

Plea in SC challenges Bihar Minister's reappointment

A legal challenge has been filed in the Supreme Court. It questions Bihar's panchayati raj minister Deepak Prakash's position. Prakash is not a m

Indias Transformation Under PM Modi: A 12-Year Journey of Global Impact

New Delhi, June 9: Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Indias image on the global stage has undergone a significant transformat

Chhagan Bhujbal takes jab at NCP leadership after Rajya Sabha snub

The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) has nominated Rajendra Jain for a Rajya Sabha seat. This decision has disappointed senior leader Chhagan Bhu

CM Questions Why BJP MPs Were Acting as Gujarat Ghulams

I urge Kishan Reddy and K. Chandrashekar Rao to give suggestions out of their experience. But dont obstruct Telanganas development with your lies