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Kerala Budget: New ideas weighed down by an old trilemma

The Kerala Budget lays much emphasis on new developmental themes, but lacks a clear road map for their implementation. Lower growth, weak tax buo

Kerala Revised Budget: New cancer centre on cards in Malappuram

Budget allocates 5 crore as an initial allocation for upgrading the Government Taluk Hospital in Malappuram town into a super-speciality general

Akshara Gupta Hits Unbeaten 306 in Record Bihar U-19 Womens Match

Powered by Akshara's extraordinary knock, her team amassed a mammoth 450 runs in 40 overs. In reply, the opposition was bowled out for just 121,

Vijayapura: Police Crack 'Gun Attack' Mystery- Complainant, Two Others Arrested

Vijayapura Rural police booked a case and formed a special investigation team headed by DySP T.S. Sulpi, onspector R.S. Janar, sub-inspector Vino

Kerala Budget Boosts Malayalam Cinema, Mohanlal Hails New Opportunities

Thiruvananthapuram, June 19: Malayalam cinema has gained recognition nationally and internationally in recent years, thanks to its compelling sto

Lightning Hits Indigo Flight at Kolkata Airport

Aircraft power-off forces deboarding as monsoon storms lash the city and north Bengal

Parliamentary panel seeks clarity from government. on future engagement with Pakistan

Government says it desires normal neighbourly relations but emphasises that this has to happen in an atmosphere free of violence and terrorist ac

GVMC Tax Collector held accepting 30,000 bribe

Delhi BJP Launches Maha Jan Sampark Abhiyan Across 256 Mandals

New Delhi, June 19: The Delhi BJPs Maha Jan Sampark Abhiyan continued for the second consecutive day on Friday, reaching out to residents in 256

India to hold vice-presidency of global financial crime watchdog FATF for first time

India is set to assume the vice-presidency of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) for the first time, with Vivek Aggarwal appointed to the rol

REFLECTIONS | How To Live After Defeat: Lessons From Near, Far | Sunanda K. Datta-Ray

No one among Indias nearly 50 lakh Central government employees and 69 lakh pensioners can predict exactly what benefits the Centre has already a

AU appoints new Deans, Associate Deans

French Proverb of the Day: 'Theres no sense in running, you just have to...'-A wise lesson about timing and patience

A timeless French proverb, 'Theres no sense in running, you just have to leave on time,' offers a profound lesson: preparation and timely action

International Yoga Day Celebrated at Lincoln Memorial with Hundreds of Enthusiasts

Washington, June 19: On Friday morning, the Indian Embassy organized the 12th International Yoga Day at the Lincoln Memorial. Hundreds of yoga en

Supergirl Debuts to Mixed Reviews; but Milly Alcock, Jason Momoa Garner Aclaim

The film, directed by Craig Gillespie, has drawn polarized opinions, but the one thing that unites them is Alcocks powerful rendition of Supergir

Eknath Shinde-Uddhav Thackeray Duel Features Tigers, Dogs And Sholay

This duelling comes against the backdrop of a fresh crisis for the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT), with six of its nine Lok Sabha MPs expec

HYDERABAD: Scientists Get New Insight Into Plants Defence System

The other two studies focused on Phytophthora infestans, the pathogen responsible for potato late blight, the disease linked to the Irish Potato

Man arrested in Chhattisgarh for brutally assaulting wife

Police slap fresh charge on him after a video footage of the assault surfaces online

Manipur ethnic violence: 10 accused arrested in joint operation

The detained individuals are accused of playing active roles in various incidents of violence, including attacks on security forces, looting of a

Diamond League LIVE: What Neeraj Chopra Needs To Do To Guarantee CWG Qualification

Neeraj Chopra at Doha Diamond League 2026 LIVE Updates: Neeraj Chopra has multiple targets to achieve as he makes his javelin comeback at the Doh

Efforts to Empower Orphaned Children in Betul: Hemant Khandelwal

Betul, June 19: Hemant Khandelwal, the President of the Bharatiya Janata Partys Madhya Pradesh unit, announced initiatives aimed at empowering or

Rajasthan Minister Kirori Lal Meena Addresses Corruption Allegations

Jaipur, June 19: Rajasthans Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Kirori Lal Meena, visited the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) headquarter

Engineer shortage hits civic works across Bengalurus five corporations

Nathu La, Lipulekh La checkposts designated as immigration posts for Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims

Nathu La in Sikkim and Lipulekh La in Uttarakhand have been designated as temporary immigration posts for the upcoming Kailash Mansarovar Yatra,

Khammam MP Bats for Congress Rule at Centre

Khammam MP praises Rahul Gandhi at birthday celebrations in Khammam

Cgarh: Sudden Late-Evening Meeting Of Sai Ministry Sparks Speculations On Cabinet Reshuffle

All the ministers in the state ministry were asked to attend the meeting, convened by chief minister Mr. Sai at his official bungalow at nine pm

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Urges Bankers to Boost Economic Activities

Amaravati, June 19: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu urged bankers on Friday to collaborate in facilitating economic activities

Supreme Court asks tribunal to speed up advocates appeal in SIR row

The Bench remarked that a mechanism comprising former High Court judges had already been put in place to adjudicate disputes arising out of delet

Father's Day quote by Greek poet Euripides: To a father growing old, nothing is dearer than a... Why does this timeless wisdom still define true family love today?

Quote of the day: Euripides timeless Father's Day quote, To a father growing old, nothing is dearer than a..., reveals deep family love, emotiona

'SOMEBODY GO GET JOE': From Biden stage moment to Clintons reaction, Obama Center event goes viral

Fire Breaks Out Near Ayodhya Helipad Minutes Before Yogi Adityanath's Arrival

Police have launched an investigation to ascertain the cause of the fire and determine how it broke out close to the helipad designated for the c

Shashi Tharoor Discusses the Viability of the US-Iran Peace Agreement

New Delhi, June 19: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor stated on Friday that for the US-Iran peace agreement to endure, both parties must feel victorious

This is just a trailer, film yet to come: Shinde on buzz of 6 Sena (UBT) MPs' likely switchover

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde declared that the potential defection of six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs to his faction is merely a prelu

TNTApresidentVijay Amritrajoptimistic of hosting WTA event in Chennai

CM Naidu Asks Banks to Frame SOP to Tackle Cyber Financial Frauds

Naidu said banks should ensure liberal credit flow to MSMEs and support startups being promoted through the Ratan Tata Innovation Hub

GHMC, Cyberabad Police Push Monsoon Safety Drive

Reviewing employee login and logout timings during adverse weather conditions is another measure planned: Reports

DC Edit | EPFO Reforms Are Welcome

Currently, funds could be withdrawn from an EPFO account by transferring money into the subscribers bank account, which involves a small amount o

New Zealand Women vs Ireland Women T20 World Cup Live Score Updates, 2026: When will the toss take place?

Russia Open To Talks With Europe, But With A No Ultimatums Condition

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said common sense dictated the need for such contacts because of the enormous number of complex issues on the age

Rishabh Pant and Kuldeep Yadav May Switch Teams in IPL 2027: Report

New Delhi, June 19: The preparations for the next season of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2027) have already begun following the conclusion of I

Cabinet Panel Explores Sand Exports, Helicopter Tourism To Boost TG Revenues

Deputy CM chairs resource mobilisation panel to identify long-term income sources

Fire-hit HRRL back on track, starts production of key petroleum products

Minister Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy Vows Polavaram Canal Water For Vizag

He also highlighted reforms aimed at transforming the Ease of Doing Business into Speed of Doing Business

Search For Missing Andhra Toddler Enters 10th Day, Cops Warn Against Rumours

Gnaneswari went missing on June 6 from a plantation at CH Agraharam village in Dondavaka Panchayat, where her father works as a caretaker.

Gujarat Emerges as the Leading State in Yoga Education in India

Gandhinagar, June 19: Ahead of International Yoga Day 2026, Gujarat has achieved a significant milestone in the field of yoga. Shishpal Rajput, C

Genocidal Death Cult: Araghchi Attacks Israel After 47 Killed In Lebanon

Israel and Hezbollah agreed to renew their ceasefire, according to a US official, after fresh violence in Lebanon put the fragile arrangement und

Venezuela government, Opposition hold U.S.-backed talks on democratic transition

The meeting between National Assembly chief Jorge Rodriguez and former Opposition lawmaker Dinorah Figuera who returned to Caracas on Thursday (

Lebanon says 47 killed in strikes, Israel reports deaths of 4 soldiers

Fighting flared anew in Lebanon on Friday, with authorities reporting 47 killed in Israeli airstrikes and Israel announcing the deaths of four of

Common billing and collection system for CURE area

SIT Probe Will Bring Out Absolute Truth on Ayodhya Temple Funds: Yogi

The government constituted the SIT on June 13, following a request from the temple trust to probe allegations of misappropriation of donations re

Trinamool crisis deepens amid fund probe row, key resignations

A political storm is brewing in Kolkata as dissident Trinamool MLAs, led by Ritabrata Banerjee, have lodged a police complaint demanding a probe

Northeast Can Become Growth Driver Through Organic Farming: N Sitharaman

Sitharaman emphasised that states such as Meghalaya need not compete with larger agricultural producers on scale alone.

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026: Indian Embassy Issues Important Information for Pilgrims

New Delhi, June 19: Vikram Doraiswami, Indias Ambassador to China, released a video message on Friday for pilgrims embarking on the Kailash Mansa

PM Modi Distributes 2,400 Crore Under PMVBRY Scheme to Boost Employment

Mumbai, June 19: In a significant move to promote job creation and strengthen social security systems, the central government launched the ambiti

CEO Reviews SIR Preparations in Telangana

Special intensive revision to begin June 25, with focus on transparency and outreach

A tale of two cross-votings: How power politics played out in Karnataka, Jharkhand

Cross-voting significantly impacted Rajya Sabha elections in Jharkhandand Legislative Council elections in Karnataka, with both the INDIA bloc an

Watch: TN Assembly adopts resolution against Karnatakas Mekedatu dam plan | Above the Fold | 19.06.2026

In this episode we look at the Tamil Nadu Assembly revives the Cauvery dispute with a resolution against Karnatakas Mekedatu dam project, while K

Fire breaks out near Ayodhya helipad minutes before CM Adityanath's arrival

PM Modi to visit West Bengal for Paschim Banga Dibas, International Yoga Day celebrations

The event to mark West Bengal Day will take place in Tarakeswar, Hooghly district, a location steeped in heritage due to its connection with Dr.

Happy Fathers Day 2026: Top wishes, messages, images, greetings and more to share

As we mature, our perception of fathers shifts from invincible figures to individuals who navigated life's challenges while prioritizing family.

UMEED portal deadline for listing waqf properties extended

NEET UG Re-Exam Preparations Complete in Muzaffarpur, Administration on High Alert

Muzaffarpur, June 19: The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the prestigious NEET (UG) 2026 exam on June 21 at 13 centers in Muzaffarpur

Amaravati Quantum Valley Achieves Major Cryogenic Milestone

The effort culminated in April 2026 with the establishment of Indias first Quantum Reference Facilities at Medha Towers, Amaravati, and SRM Unive

Israel-Hezbollah Reach Ceasefire, But No Clarity on Lebanon's Occupied Areas

Israel and Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah have reached a ceasefire agreement, a US official announced on Friday after an escalation in figh

Bullet train projects will be game-changers for Telangana: Kishan Reddy

Supreme court declares safe footpaths a fundamental right in landmark judgment

In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court has ruled that the right to walk safely on a footpath is a fundamental right protected under the Consti

Suspension of IPS officer Vishal Gunni extended

U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills three in eastern Pacific Ocean

The latest attack brings the number of people who have been killed in boat strikes by the U.S. military to at least 211 since the Trump administr

Help hospitals in Gaza and West Bank, Palestine envoy urges India

Hospitals running out of cancer drugs and other life-saving medicines, dialysis filters, insulin, surgical supplies, says Abu Shawesh

Telangana HC adjourns pleas to shift graves from plots mortgaged to bank

Shyam Metalics plans $1.1 billion expansion

Hyderabad: Contracts May Shape Use Of AI In Governance, Say Experts

The government needs AI-driven technologies, but may not always have the capacity or expertise to build them internally: Sujal Deoda, a dual-degr

Major Drug Bust in Pune: Over 2.41 Lakh Worth of Banned Tobacco Seized

Pune, June 19: Authorities in Pune have seized banned pan masala and flavored tobacco worth over 2.41 lakh in Indapur. A case has been registered

SIR explained: What Telangana voters need to know

As Telangana gears up for a door-to-door verification of voters, the Special Intensive Revision has emerged as one of the most closely watched el

Uddhav, Aaditya Thackeray attend Shiv Sena (UBT) 60th foundation day in Mumbai

Rammohan Naidu Says Development in Srikakulam Surging

The government remains committed to fulfilling all its welfare promises in a phased manner

KTR alleges mafia rule in Telangana

Kansas City Chiefs Could Land Dallas Cowboys' 27.3 Million US Dollar WR

A bold NFL prediction has linked George Pickens to the Kansas City Chiefs. While a trade looks unlikely today, the situation could change if Dall

US Ends D/S Regime, Tightens Rules for US Stay

New immigration rules require extensions for studies exceeding four years

Indias first export of fresh Uttarakhand Litchi to Italy marks entry into European market

Uttarakhand's famed Dehradun litchis have officially entered the European market with the first export consignment reaching Italy. This significa

Greek proverb of the day: 'You can tell who the good seamen are during a...' - motivational life lessons on character, resilience, leadership, importance of staying strong during hard times and why adversity is a test of strength

Greek proverb of the day: A Greek saying highlights how true character, skill, and leadership emerge during challenging times, much like skilled

Strict Measures Implemented for NEET UG Re-Examination in Nawada

Patna, June 19: The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the re-examination for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2026 o

Shashi Tharoor defends Americas relations with India and Pakistan

Eggs thrown as TMC leader Bhola Singh appears in Asansol court

Arvind Kejriwal Sends Best Wishes to NEET Re-examination Students

New Delhi, June 19: Arvind Kejriwal, the national convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party, has extended his best wishes to students participating in the

Israel, Hezbollah Agree to Lebanon Ceasefire Amid Tensions Over US-Iran Deal

Talks that were scheduled to take place between the US and Iran in Switzerland on Friday to build on the deal and work towards a lasting settleme

Visakhapatnam: Accused In POCSO Case Attacks Victim

Both were friends since 2022 and began living together in his house in Payakaraopeta. She was minor and was to become major in April 2022: Police

Cycles distributed on Rahul Gandhis birthday in Sangareddy

Govt. raises over 3,000 cr from sale of 5% stake in GIC Re

India, Uzbekistan aim to double bilateral trade in 3 years

India and Uzbekistan are set to significantly boost bilateral trade, aiming to double it within three years. Discussions at the recent Intergover