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MP Sanatan Pandey Responds Firmly to Speculations About Leaving SP

New Delhi, June 18: Samajwadi Party MP Sanatan Pandey has addressed claims made by Minister and Subhaspa leader Om Prakash Rajbhar regarding a su

Odisha approves nearly 76,612 crore-worth projects; set to create 50,517 jobs

Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited has proposed to establish an ingot and wafers along with a Solar PV Cell Manufacturing Unit in Ganjam with an

Grand Celebration of International Yoga Day at GIFT City, Over 1,500 Participants Join In

Gandhinagar, June 18: A grand event was held at GIFT City (Gujarat International Finance Tec-City) in Gandhinagar on Thursday, in collaboration w

Grand Celebration of International Yoga Day in Gujarats GIFT City

Gandhinagar, June 18: A grand event was held in GIFT City, Gandhinagar, in collaboration with the Gujarat State Yoga Board to celebrate Internati

Calcutta High Court upholds decision to recognise Ritabrata Banerjee as Bengal Leader of Opposition

The court, however, called for affidavits by all parties to examine the larger question of whether the Speaker acted within the ambit of his powe

Andhra Pradesh to remove 43 doctors for long absence from duty: Health Minister

The Health Minister said some doctors had stayed away for nearly four years and ignored show-cause notices, in the governments second such action

Parliament panel moots higher education spending, says NEPs 6% GDP target unmet

The Committee noted that the percentage increase in the Department of Higher Education's budget estimates (BE) for 2025-26 vis-a-vis the BE for 2

Indian Community Celebrates Emotional Moments with PM Modi in Paris

Paris, June 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Paris as part of his final leg of the European tour. His presence has sparked joy amo

Fertiliser dealers licence suspended for alleged stock mismatch, overpricing in Kalaburagi

The dealer has been directed not to sell any fertiliser during the suspension period

Delhi Government Introduces Cooling Zones for NEET Exam Parents

New Delhi, June 18: In a significant initiative ahead of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) scheduled for June 21, the Delhi gover

Data centres classified to skip public hearing, environmental impact study: activist

Bolisetty Satyanarayana said the projects water and power needs could hit marine ecosystems, fishermens livelihoods and the power grid

Governors address in T.N. Assembly: Illicit mining and tax evasion will be dealt with an iron hand, says Arlekar

The Governor was giving his first address to the State Assembly after the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)-led coalition government headed by Chief

BJP Leader Calls for End to Resort Culture Ahead of Karnataka MLC Elections

Bengaluru, June 18: As Karnataka prepares for elections to seven seats in the Legislative Council, BJP leader S. Suresh Kumar has urged political

Tirupatis Ratan Tata Innovation Hub opens Idea Lab, Studio Room for startups

The Collector reviewed startup technologies in healthcare and infrastructure, among them a squint-diagnosis device and a hand-rehabilitation glov

Kolkata Police Denies Allegations of Security Withdrawal for Mamata Banerjee

Kolkata, June 18: A new controversy has emerged in West Bengal politics regarding the security arrangements of former Chief Minister Mamata Baner

Tata Trusts commits grant to IIM-B to fund campus for undergraduates

The grant, whose sum was not disclosed, will directly support the Institutes long-term academic vision, campus design, and institutional roadmap

A Meghalaya food festival is bringing flavours of the Northeast to Hyderabad

The Meghalaya on a Plate festival spotlights tribal cuisines from the Khasi, Jaintia and Garo communities, with rice, fermented ingredients and s

Taiwan not 'provoking' China, hopes new U.S. arms sale package can be approved soon, President says

China's military is extending into the Western Pacific, and its various forms of coercion continue to intensify, Mr. Lai said

Concerns Raised Over Tribal Community Issues in Madhya Pradesh

Bhopal, June 18: President Droupadi Murmu is currently on a five-day visit to Madhya Pradesh. Ahead of her visit, Jitu Patwari, the state preside

CM calls for change in crop cultivation strategies to suit El Nino conditions

The Chief Minister called for crop diversification, a wider shift to natural farming, and plans to grow pulses in high market demand

Watch: FIFA World Cup Portugal held by DR Congo to a 1-1 draw

Portugal were held to a surprising 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their opening FIFA World Cup Group K match on Wednesday.

Environmental clearance for Brigade housing project in Pallikaranai revoked

The State Environment Impact Assessment Authority found that the company had commenced construction without obtaining mandatory permission from t

Three killed as lorry rams stranded goods vehicle on NH-163 in Telanganas Jangaon

According to police, the accident was reported around 2 a.m. after the goods carrier which was transporting grocery items from Hyderabad to Devar

Attack on RSS Office in Ranchi: Police Detain Four, Investigation Intensifies

Ranchi, June 18: The police have intensified their investigation into the petrol bomb attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) provincial

Gold Worth Crores Missing from Bank Locker in UP, Three Booked

Police launch probe after 96 packets of pledged gold allegedly disappear from a Bank of India branch locker in Firozabad district.

El Nino Likely to Persist Into Early 2027, Raises Inflation Risk

If El Nino-related impacts become severe enough to hurt a country's economy -- such as weakening growth, increasing inflation, worsening governme

A weaker opposition, a stronger NDA: How new parliamentary arithmetic could make this monsoon session unlike any other

Monsoon Session 2026: Parliament's monsoon session faces internal opposition battles. Splits in Trinamool Congress and uncertainty in Shiv Sena (

Security forces conduct search operations in Manipur's Kangpokpi; arms seized, bunkers destroyed

Thirty bunkers, outposts and strategic camp sites found in the vicinity of these villages were also dismantled during the operations, a police st

Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer: Tom Holland battles the Hulk as Peter Parkers powers spiral out of control

The upcoming chapter in the Marvel and Sony franchise finds Peter Parker facing a dangerous new evolution, a powerful enemy, and a world that no

Ashvitas Vessels of Vulnerability Celebrates R Varadarajans enduring artistic legacy

On view at Ashvitas until July 17, this retrospective traces a lifelong engagement with abstraction, emotion and human vulnerability, offering a

Nostalgia Alert! Shahid, Kriti, Rashmika Groove to 'Tum Hi Ho Bandhu' Recreation

Cocktail 2 (2026) is a standalone spiritual sequel. It is not a direct sequel to the 2012 original Cocktail, which featured Saif Ali Khan, Diana

Drug culture has taken deep roots in Tamil Nadu: Governor in address to Assembly

DMK raises slogans over poor law and order in the State

No party, no workers, no office: Dilip Ghosh hits out at Former Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee

Watch: US and Iran sign deal to end West Asia war, oil prices fall

The United States and Iran have signed a landmark agreement aimed at ending the conflict in West Asia, raising hopes of a major diplomatic breakt

Qatar Fans Get Govt-Funded Trip To The World Cup To Support Underdog Team

Some 1,000 Qatari fans have descended on Vancouver, via jets chartered by the Emir of Qatar and they are staying at posh hotels.

Cockroach Infest, Lizard Droppings, Expired Spices Found at La Pinoz Pizza in Hyderabad

The officials discarded the expired and improperly stored food items on the spot and asked the management for deep cleaning and pest control

Ambedkar Konaseema: Aqua Farm Owner Murdered By Migrant Workers

The local police quickly tracked and apprehended the four accused workers near Kakinada.

Quote of the day by Bruce Willis: 'My wife heard me say I love you a thousand times, but she never once heard me say...'

Quote of the day by Bruce Willis: Hollywood icon Bruce Willis, celebrated for his action roles and memorable one-liners, has captivated audiences

Ayushman Bharat Scheme Transforms Healthcare in Banihal, Jammu and Kashmir

Ramban, June 18: The Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) has emerged as a crucial lifeline for residents in Banihal, Jamm

ICAI CA Final May Result 2026 out at caresults.icai.org: How to check CA final result, step-by-step guide to download scorecard

CA Final May 2026 result link: The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has released the CA Final May 2026 results today, June 18,

Mexican saying of the Day: Money doesn't buy happiness, but it lets you cry in a Ferrari. A humorous take on people who say money isn't everything

Mexican Saying of the Day: The Mexican saying, Money doesn't buy happiness, but it lets you cry in a Ferrari, highlights the difference between w

7 powerful seeds for healthier hair

Healthy hair starts with good nutrition, and seeds are among the easiest foods to add to your diet. From pumpkin and sesame seeds to flax and chi

FIFA World Cup 2026: Diaz shines as Colombia outclass Uzbekistan

Colombia secured a 3-1 victory against Uzbekistan in their World Cup Group K debut. Daniel Munoz, Luis Diaz, and Jaminton Campaz scored for Colom

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani tests his political clout in New York's primary as he looks to reshape the Democratic Party

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's political influence is growing rapidly. He is now challenging Democratic Party leaders in New York and Washi

Samantha Meets Tamil Nadu CM Vijay

Tamil Nadu witnessed one of its most dramatic political transitions on May 10, when actor-turned-politician C Joseph Vijay was sworn in as the 13

Indian Mens Hockey Team Triumphs Over World Champions Germany 3-1 in FIH Pro League

Rotterdam, June 18: In a stunning display of skill, the Indian mens hockey team defeated the world champions, Germany, with a score of 3-1 in the

Jude Bellingham Sets Record as Youngest European Player in Four International Tournaments

Arlington, June 18: England kicked off the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a victory, defeating Croatia 4-2 under the captaincy of Harry Kane. In this m

India Showcases Womens Empowerment at UNSC

Harish Parvathaneni, India's Permanent Representative to the UN, said the country's experience demonstrates that lasting results are achieved whe

China seeks to rein in 'unfair' food delivery competition with new rules

China is seeking to crack down on 'unfair' competition among food delivery platforms by introducing new rules to limit subsidy campaigns that reg

Two techies from India and Pakistan built an AI startup - Now both are billionaires thanks to Elon Musk. Here's all about Aman Sanger and Sualeh Asif

Two young entrepreneurs, Aman Sanger from India and Sualeh Asif from Pakistan, have joined the billionaire ranks. Their company, Cursor, a popula

World Music Day 2026: Hyderabad to light up with music

On World Music Day, you can sing along at Fte de la Musique, the free, open-air music festival, soak in the rhythms of Mediterranean with the Alr

Google Gemini co-lead Noam Shazeer to join IPO-bound OpenAI

Shazeers move comes as leading AI firms compete for talent while racing to develop advanced models

Political Turmoil Looms in Uttar Pradesh as O.P. Rajbhar Predicts Split in Samajwadi Party

Lucknow, June 18: O.P. Rajbhar, a minister in the Uttar Pradesh government and leader of the Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP), has claimed t

Drive on to make Penuganchiprolu, Ibrahimpatnam model blocks in NTR district

The National Water Mission Director said Penuganchiprolu had met 27 of 38 development indicators, with work on to reach the rest

Ex-Bengal minister Aroop Biswas appears before police in Messi event irregularities probe

Former West Bengal sports minister Aroop Biswas appeared before Bidhannagar Police. This appearance is linked to an investigation into alleged ir

Best Spanish saying of the day: 'Tell me who you walk with, and I'll tell you who you are.' Important life lesson about friends, influence and success

Spanish Saying of the Day: The Spanish proverb Tell me who you walk with, and I'll tell you who you are highlights the powerful influence that th

Amitabh Bachchan Suggests Days Should Be 36 Hours Long for More Fun

Mumbai, June 18: Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan has once again amused his fans with his witty remarks. He stated that a 24-hour day is not e

Two arrested for 'hurling' petrol bombs at RSS office in Jharkhands Ranchi

The two accused were apprehended from Lohardaga district on June 17, and a car used by them was seized, police said

Iran-U.S. MOU opens doors for Iran to stake claims in Strait of Hormuz

While Iran had presented a toll on the Strait of Hormuz as a means of funding post-war reconstruction, the agreement provides for a separate mass

OpenAI's Big Coup: Gemini Co-Lead Noam Shazeer Poached From Google

ChatGPT maker OpenAI has managed to snatch one of Google's key AI brains - the behemoth's vice president of engineering and a co-lead of its Gemi

PM Modi Shares Inspiring Sanskrit Quotes on Social Media

New Delhi, June 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to the social media platform X on Thursday to share an inspiring Sanskrit quote. He posted,

1,600 Errors In Odisha School Textbooks Of Classes 1 To 8. Panel To Probe

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi sets up panel to identify causes of 1,600 errors in new school textbooks.

Gold Worth Crores Missing From UP Bank Locker, Probe On

96 gold packets pledged as loan security go missing from Bank of India locker in Firozabad.

Royal Bengal Tiger Spotted In Himachal Pradesh Forest, Officials On Alert

The tiger's movement was captured by a trap camera installed on a tree in the Khara block of the Paonta Sahib forest range

Is Akhilesh's Samajwadi Party headed for a split? UP deputy CM Keshav Maurya claims 25-26 SP MPs ready to break away

Americas Iran playbook: after coercion, a return to diplomacy

Despite any difference in ideologies, political a liations or strategies, every U.S. administration comes to the realisation that Iran cannot be

A special election in the UK could hasten the rise of Andy Burnham and the end for Keir Starmer

A special election in Makerfield, northwest England, holds significant implications for Keir Starmer's position as leader of the Labour Party. An

Noam Shazeer hired by Google for $2.7 billion in 2024 leaves the tech giant in less than 18 months to join Sam Altman's Open AI

Noam Shazeer, a key figure in Google's Gemini AI development, is departing the company. He will now join rival OpenAI. Shazeer previously left Go

Ghana Triumphs Over Panama 1-0 in FIFA World Cup Opener

Toronto, June 18: Ghana kicked off the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a victory, defeating Panama 1-0 in their Group L match. The win came courtesy of

Best Proverb of the Day: People visit the rich with gifts, but they visit the poor with...- A powerful reflection on society and kindness

Proverb of the day: This proverb highlights how society treats the wealthy with gifts and admiration, while the less fortunate often receive only

Stock markets recover early lost ground; trade higher

The BSE benchmark traded 108.95 points up at 77,264.57, and the Nifty quoted 44.25 points higher at 24,132.60

Voting Underway for 7 Karnataka MLC Seats

Two polling booths have been set up inside the state secretariat to facilitate secret voting by MLAs

BJP MP Karan Bhushan Singh Promises Impartial Investigation into Ram Temple Donation Controversy

Gonda, June 18: BJP MP Karan Bhushan Singh has addressed the ongoing controversy surrounding donations for the Ram Temple. He emphasized the need

Two Killed After Wall Collapses on Car in Mahabubnagar

The incident occurred in Devarakadra mandal, reportedly due to heavy rains and strong winds. The wall suddenly gave way and fell onto a passing c

AP Inter Supplementary Results 2026 To Be Declared Today: Here's How To Download Scorecard

AP Inter Supply Results 2026 are expected today, June 18. BIEAP 1st and 2nd year students can check supplementary exam scores online and via What

Karnataka MLC Elections: Congress and BJP-JD(S) Face Tough Competition for Key Seat

Bengaluru, June 18: Voting for seven Legislative Council seats allocated to the Karnataka Assembly is taking place today, June 18. This election

Rahul Gandhi speaks with family of U.P. sailor killed in U.S. attack, Congress alleges govt. abandoned citizens

Mr. Gandhi assured the family of all necessary help

Shafali Verma Eyes Semi-Final Spot as India Continue Dominant World Cup Run

Indian opener credits support from Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur after India's second consecutive big win at the Women's T20 World Cup.

Ram Mandir Donations Row: Top UP Minister's Babri Attack On Akhilesh Yadav

UP Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak asked Akhilesh Yadav why he never questioned the donations for the proposed Babri Masjid

Major Child Trafficking Ring Busted in New Delhi, 12 Arrested

New Delhi, June 18: The Central District Unit of the Delhi Police has successfully dismantled a significant interstate child trafficking ring, le

The new grammar of energy security must not be misdiagnosed

It is a fallacy to view the critical mineral supply chain as a monolithic entity comparable to the global oil market

FIFA World Cup: Luis Diaz shines as Colombia outclasses Uzbekistan

Fayzullaev scores Uzbekistan's first World Cup goal; Munoz, Diaz and Campaz score for Colombia who lead Group K

7 ways to reuse old pillow covers

Old pillow covers often end up in the cleaning rag pile or straight in the trash. But before you get rid of them, take a second look. With a litt

Meta head of product for 'AI for work' transformation is leaving company

Dalton Smith said in her memo that her team was expecting the new features to be available inside Metamate as of June 1

Psychology explains why intelligent, confident people often stay silent in groups, and how that silence can create the illusion that everyone agrees

People often stay silent even when they disagree, fearing isolation. This 'Spiral of Silence' makes minority views seem less common. Social media

Drug Trafficker Arrested in Kupwara, Cannabis Seized

Kupwara, June 18: In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, the Kupwara police in Jammu and Kashmir arrested a suspected drug trafficker in

Voting for Karnataka Legislative Council polls begins June 18

The ruling Congress, which has 37 members in the 75-member Upper House, is expected to achieve a majority with victory assured in four seats

FIFA WC 2026 Star Faces Probe Over Match-Fixing Allegations In France: Report

Ivory Coast player Elye Wahi, who is currently featuring at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, was arrested on suspicion of fixing-related offences less th

Safety Team Asks Kothagudas Pounder Pizzeteria to Uphold Food Standards

During the inspection, the officials observed good practices in the eatery. Food handlers were using hairnets and aprons and proper segregation o

Rupee falls 21 paise to 94.71 against U.S. dollar in early trade

Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, was trading at 0.14% up at 100.23