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Karnataka govt. announces 50% fine waiver on pending traffic fines
YSRC Stages State-Wide Backstabbing Stir Against Naidu Government
The stir by the YSRC leaders is expected to continue till June 12 in various towns and constituencies of the state.
Special Training to Booth-Level Officers for SIR From June 15
The Training to booth level officers on SIR will be conducted at the district level by the Election Commission of India.
Murder Accused MLC Anantha Babu Bail Petition Rejected
Ananta Babu had been arrested by Sarpavaram police of Kakinada on May 23, 2022 on the charge of killing his ex-driver Veedhi Subrahmanyam, a Dalit youth.
The Kerala governments decision to provide menstrual leave for girl students has triggered a discussion on the menstrual health of women in the State. Aathira Haridas meets those who hail the decision and the ones denouncing it
Accord top priority to land acquisition for irrigation projects: CM
During his visit to Makthal-Kodangal-Narayanpet lift irrigation scheme sites, Revanthsaysgovt. is ready to release compensation amount; CM also undertakes an aerial survey of the ongoing works
National Conference plans a New Delhi protest for statehood and constitutional guarantees, believed to refer to Article 370. Rebel MP Aga Ruhullah Mehdi expressed willingness to join, urging a broader movement and outreach to opposition parties for sustained public support in the Valley.
Kerala CM Satheesan tables white paper, flags debt burden; Opposition hits back
Kerala's budgetary practices are facing intense analysis. A recent white paper discloses staggering liabilities amounting to 5.07 lakh crore, which notably exceed the national norm. A hefty chunk of revenue is allocated to salaries, pensions, and interest payments, leaving scant room for development expenditures that are crucial for public services. Additionally, public sector units present a constant financial challenge.
UK firm DSP opens GCC in Bengaluru to deliver innovative solutions for global clients
BRICS Disaster Risk Reduction Meeting Opens In Puri
Odisha showcases global disaster management model
Hyderabad: Experts Call for Action Beyond Awareness on World Environment Day
Dr Reddy called for wider government support for sustainable practices, including procurement of different varieties of pulses and better utilisation of organic resources.
Karnataka High Court terms KIADBs act of acquiring land for IMTMA as fraud
ABVP Seeks White Paper on AP DSC-2025 Recruitment Allegations
Some aspirants have reportedly approached courts and have also submitted complaints to the National SC and ST commissions, alleging violations of reservation norms.
Russian Firms Invited To Invest in APs Steel, Transport, Digital Infrastructure
AP seeks partnerships in steel, logistics, transport, AI and green energy sectors.
CM asks officials to protect voters rights during SIR
HYDRAA, DRF Teams Aid Firefighters in Containing Ameerpet Blaze
HYDRAA additional director Varla Papaiah visited the site and reviewed the response measures undertaken during the emergency operation.
Indo-UK comprehensive ties in focus as EAM Jaishankar meets Yvette Cooper
UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. Discussions focused on strengthening the India-UK comprehensive strategic partnership. Key areas included trade, technology, supply chains, and defense. Both nations aim for early implementation of CETA. Educational ties are expanding with the University of Liverpool planning a campus in Bengaluru.
HC Stays Notice Against Diagnostic Centre in Nirmal
The writ petition was filed by the diagnostic centre, represented by its proprietor Dr C. Srinivas, challenging the notice dated May 18 issued by the District Appropriate Authority under the PCPNDT Act.
DMK gets separate seating in Lok Sabha amid rift with Congress
In a notable turn of events, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has sanctioned the DMK's request for individualized seating in Parliament, effectively marking the party's split from the Congress faction. This shift underscores the widening chasm within the INDIA bloc.
AP Plans Beach Shacks to Sell Beer, Low Alcohol Liquor
The cabinet on Thursday gave the approval for a draft excise policy that envisaged the setting up of beach shacks.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Chats With Executive, Enjoys Beer While Sitting On Floor: Watch
In the video, Nvidia boss Jensen Huang did a push-up and rose to his feet.
The one country on Earth with no mosquitoes has finally lost that title
Iceland mosquito discovery: Iceland's long-held status as a mosquito-free nation has ended with the discovery of three Culiseta annulata mosquitoes. Found in Kiafell, these insects, capable of surviving cold climates, raise questions about potential establishment. While not a health risk, the finding is being monitored as an ecological development.
At RSS event, Bhagwat calls for strength, Birla for national capability
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat emphasized that the world respects strength, not just truth, and seeks alternative development models. Industrialist Kumar Mangalam Birla highlighted the critical need for India to build national capability and resilience amidst global geopolitical shifts and technological disruptions. Both leaders underscored the importance of strong nations and self-reliance in a changing world order.
Centre, Bengal plan border overhaul to plug infiltration gaps; BSF to lead plan
The Centre and West Bengal government will create a blueprint to stop infiltration along the Indo-Bangladesh border. The Border Security Force will draft a master plan after assessing security loopholes. This new strategy focuses on multi-layered surveillance. Border district police and administrative heads will expedite security infrastructure. This initiative aims to enhance vigilance across remote border terrains.
'You know what's RACIST?': Rep. LaMonica CLASHES with Mullin over NJ ICE facility at FIERY hearing
DC Edit | Gross Neglect Behind Delhi Blaze
The five-floor narrow building that housed Flourish Stay B&B had no approval from the fire department. It had approval for offering only six rooms for guests, but the B&B unit was illegally offering 25 rooms four times more than the officially permissible number
Peace, connectivity and growth reshape Northeast, says Amit Shah at NEC meet
Union Home Minister Amit Shah celebrated the strides made by the Modi government in the Northeast during a spirited address. He pointed out the peace initiatives that have led to more than 12 accords being signed, bringing thousands into a broader societal framework.
Rajya Sabha Seat Sharing; TD Gets 3, Jana Sena 1
NDA allies review governance, electoral roll revision and Rajya Sabha poll strategy.
Nilgiris Perched Atop a Tourism Carbon Bomb Keg
Mr Janardhan stated that World Environment Day 2026 focuses on the climate change with the urgent signals the earth is sending us such as rising
Delhi Mayor's Office Receives Bomb Threat, Declared Hoax
The office of the mayor of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) received a bomb threat email on Thursday, prompting a security response and a thorough sanitisation of the premises, officials said.
Russian President Putin Calls India Reliable Partner
Putin lauded India's economic growth and its independent foreign policy and said Russia is determined to expand its economic engagement with the country
Kharge, Khera, and Meenakshi among 7 Congress RS candidates
Congress has announced seven candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections across five states. Party president Mallikarjun Kharge will seek re-election from Karnataka, while Meenakshi Natarajan has been nominated from Madhya Pradesh. Praveen Chakravarty and Pranav Jha will contest from Tamil Nadu and Jharkhand respectively, with Neeraj Dangi renominated from Rajasthan.
Three-day cybercrime workshop to enhance investigative skills of police officers
The three-day training programme to conclude on June 5
Police Secure Some Persons After Power Dept Hard Disks Go Missing
Nirmal Kumar said instructions have been issued to the staff to ensure the safe custody of all files and to take backup copies of all the data stored in computers.
Three killed after crane collapses at Jewar Expressway flyover construction site in Faridabad
A gantry crane collapsed onto a makeshift shelter at a Jewar Expressway flyover construction site in Faridabad, Haryana, killing at least three people. One worker was rescued with serious injuries, while rescue operations continue for others believed to be trapped. The incident occurred during a storm near Panhera Khurd village.
Chhattisgarh: 3 People Home Quarantined After Returning From Ebola- Affected Nations
The three people who arrived in Durg district from the Ebola-affected countries fall under the first category.
Former Lok Sabha Secretary General, constitution expert Subhash Kashyap passes away
Subhash C. Kashyap is survived by his wife, two sons and a daughter
BJP names Rajya Sabha candidates; Bittu, Kurian left out, fuelling Cabinet reshuffle buzz
As the political stage heats up, the BJP has unveiled its candidates for the imminent Rajya Sabha elections, leaving Union ministers Ravneet Singh Bittu and George Kurian notably absent from the lineup. This exclusion has led to widespread speculation regarding an impending Union Cabinet reshuffle. The party's selections encompass various representatives from states including Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan.
Fresh Myanmar influx likely: Mizoram CM
Mizoram anticipates a surge in refugees from Myanmar due to ongoing instability, adding to the state's existing burden. Nearly 90% of the 30,900 Myanmar nationals who arrived post-2021 coup are registered. The state is also enrolling Bangladeshi refugees and continues to host those displaced by Manipur's ethnic violence.
Stability will be the new committees guiding mantra: Sunil
The chairman of selectors has a huge task in guiding Tamil Nadu trough a transition phase at the senior level; the former left-arm spinner feels the players need to be given a long rope
Appavu Wants Stalin to Contest Ambasamudram Bypoll to Enter House
He further stated that there was a widely held view in Tamil Nadu that leaders of Stalins stature should be present in the Assembly.
Artist K.V. Dayanandan remembered
DC Edit | DKS Must Energise Govt To Ensure Cong Is Re-elected
The Siddaramaiah government indeed fulfilled its promises. The BJP government that preceded it, led by Basavaraj Bommai, put the entire focus on appeasing the Hindutva forces in the state leading to the harassment of the minority communities
Experts doing quality tests on materials for construction of dam
'It's child butchery, not healthcare': Hawley TORCHES Dems over transgender surgeries for minors
Safeguards sought against misuse of menstrual leave in schools
African Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of There is no physician who can cure the disease of love. The saying reflects the idea that love is a powerful emotional experience that cannot be treated or controlled like a physical illness. It suggests that love exists beyond logic, medicine, or external solutions, and often affects people in deep and personal ways.
OperationToofan: four held withsuspectedMDMAinKannur
Medigadda Repairs Caught in a Cleft Stick
417 Boreholes Needed, but So Many Can Weaken Structure
An ancient African proverb compares family to a forest. From outside, it appears dense and complex. Inside, each tree has its unique place and purpose. This wisdom emphasizes that every family member contributes value. Understanding requires looking beyond surface differences. This timeless message promotes acceptance and unity, showing that diversity strengthens communities and relationships.
Steel Flyover, Musi Bridge Works Near Completion in Charminar Zone
GHMC targets completion of key connectivity projects within the next month.
AP: ANGRAU Unveils Public Sector BT Cotton Variety Aditya BG-2
The variety, recommended for cultivation in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, is expected to yield 32-35 quintals per hectare, matching the productivity of leading hybrid cottons, while offering superior fibre quality
Deputy Collector Arrested For Allegedly Raping Woman On False Marriage Promise
A serving Deputy Collector in Madhya Pradesh has come under scrutiny after being arrested in a rape case.
'They stole more than $1B': FBI chief Patel launches massive manhunt for US' most wanted fraudsters
Drive launched to tackle sickle cell anaemia
Putin says Russia is ready to make some compromises for Ukraine peace deal
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Donald Trump requested compromises from Russia for a Ukraine peace deal, to which Russia is amenable if Ukraine reciprocates. Putin asserted Russia possesses the resources for its military objectives and troops are advancing, yet expressed readiness for a peaceful resolution with Ukraine.
RSS chief says Indias time has come, calls for stronger societal preparedness
Noting that powerful nations act arbitrarily, invading, bombing, disrupting the worlds oil supply, RSS chief says India should be seen as a country that will instead move forward by taking everyone along
Vizag port authority accredited as L2 Green Port for sustainability initiatives
The SpaceX IPO is moving from speculation to reality. Elon Musk's space company has opened a dedicated investor website and confirmed a $135 share price target. With a projected $1.75 trillion valuation, growing Starlink revenue, and major AI ambitions, the public offering could become one of the most significant stock market events in years.
Madurai Collector inspects Jain beds, caves in Mudalaikulam
Farmers Upset as Boiled Rice Paddy Procurement Stalled
Several farmers had stored their produce expecting better prices, as rice millers were initially purchasing the variety above the Minimum Support Price
Looking Beyond Andhra, Pawan Kalyan To NDTV On Party's Growth Plan
At a central level, they (Congress) behave like they are completely committed to national integrity. When it comes to states, for the sake of power, they can go to any low extremes, Pawan Kalyan said
Ramaiah Group in collaboration with University at Albany launches RISM
Benfica Say Real Madrid Must Pay 15 Million Euros To Sign Mourinho
Real president Florentino Perez has vowed to bring back Mourinho to the Bernabeu, 13 years after he left the club in 2013, as he seeks re-election this weekend
KMRL initiates measures to ease traffic congestion along Phase II Kochi metro corridor
The city has witnessed heavy traffic snarls in the past few weeks. Intermittent rain, reduced carriageway, and civil works along road stretches have slowed traffic movement. The snarls have also spilled over into bylanes
PMs Adviser Tarun Kapoor Gets 1-Year Extension
According to an order issued by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, the extension will take effect from June 10, 2026
BJP Nominates Debashish Samantaray For Odisha Rajya Sabha Bypoll
The BJP Central Election Committee announced Samantaray's candidature for the June 18 bypoll, which was necessitated following his resignation from the Rajya Sabha and subsequent exit from the BJD.
12 More Ministers To Be Part Of Himanta Sarma Cabinet, Oath Tomorrow
Himanta Sarma's cabinet will have 17 ministers, while two berths will be left vacant.
Revised Market Values of Lands, Plots, Flats From Today
Minimum value Rs 15 lakh per acre within ORR limits, Rs 10 lakh per acre in HMDA
AP Gets Best Tourism Promotion State Award at Global Travel Market 2026
Durgesh said the recognition reflected the collective efforts of the people of AP, the state government and tourism stakeholders
Kerala Governor's policy address devoid of criticism of Union government: Pinarayi
Chief Minister says UDF has not checked whether its dream projects are in anyone elses manifesto
62 Mahila Shakti Centres Get Licence To Sell Seeds, Fertilisers In Jangaon
District collector Sandeep Kumar Jha distributed ePOS machines to the centres for transactions and monitoring of stock, distribution and pricing.
Unauthorised mosques sealed in Arunachals capital
Itanagar Capital Region officials said notices were sent to religious functionaries on January 30 to obtain permits and produce documents relating to statutory clearances
Middle East tensions rise as Hezbollah rejects truce; Iran denies Kuwait strike
Hezbollah has rejected a US-backed ceasefire proposal with Israel, demanding a comprehensive truce and Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon. In the US, President Donald Trump criticised a House vote on the Iran war, calling it unpatriotic. Iran has denied responsibility for the attack on Kuwait airport
Suvendu Adhikari assures full support for Gorkhaland dialogue process
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari met with Government of India interlocutor Pankaj Kumar Singh regarding the Gorkhaland issue. Adhikari pledged full cooperation from the state government in the dialogue process. The Chief Minister expressed commitment to finding a constitutional solution. This meeting signals an acceleration of talks on the long-standing regional matter.
Parsa Venkateshwar Rao Jr | Delhi Fire Tragedy Exposes Lawlessness, Urban Decay
The big problem lies in this: No one of them would complain against rule-breakers endangering lives like the owner of the home stay because almost all of them are breaking rules, big and small, to manage their dwellings
Delhi Orders Fire Safety Audit After Guesthouse Tragedy
The CM further ordered a special fire safety audit of hotels, commercial establishments and other public buildings in the city
Four injured in LPG cylinder blast at tea stall
Russian President Vladimir Putin has publicly endorsed India's autonomous approach to foreign affairs, expressing his belief that India will remain unyielding to U.S. pressures regarding its connection with Russia.
Political culture of Trinamool should not taint BJP, says West Bengal Minister Swapan Dasgupta
Dasguptas comments come at a time of tumult in the Trinamool Congress legislature party; two-thirds of party MLAs have expressed their support to expelled Trinamool MLA Ritabrata Banerjee, who was appointed as the Leader of Opposition on Wednesday
Schools in Madurai district reopen after summer vacation
Special arrangements has been made by the teachers to welcome the newly enroled children who joined Class I and kindergarten; School teachers welcome the children with flowers
Some rebel Trinamool MLAs want Mamata as supreme leader, not advisor
Differences in rebel camp surface within 24 hours of 58 Trinamool Congress MLAs, out of the 80 elected, supporting Ritabrata Banerjee as Leader of Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly
Adilabad To Get Telanganas Largest Joint Airfield After Shamshabad
Defence-civil aviation project aims to boost connectivity and industrial growth.
Nirmala Sitharaman plants sapling to mark World Environment Day in Raichur
The initiative was organised by the district administration with the coordination of SPMCIL under Corporate Social Responsibility
Quote of the Day: Sir Isaac Newton, a giant of science, left us a profound thought. His words on gravity reveal that while science explains how things work, it doesn't always answer why they exist. This timeless quote encourages us to keep asking questions. Newton's own life shows the power of curiosity.
Rahul Gandhis Almora Rally Cancelled Due To Bad Weather
According to party sources, Gandhi had to return to Delhi from Pantnagar airport after his helicopter could not proceed to Almora due to inclement weather
Georgia boy treated for congenital heart disease at hospital in A.P.
The child suffering from pulmonary atresia had undergone four major cardiac surgeries and stenting procedures in Georgia before coming to Medstar Hospitals
Latin Proverb of the Day: A strong woman above all, A timeless tribute to strength and resilience
A strong woman stands above all. This ancient Latin proverb highlights female resilience and courage. It applies to women balancing careers and families, students overcoming hurdles, and mothers making sacrifices. Inner strength defines a woman's worth, not outside approval. This message remains vital today as women break barriers and champion equality. Their persistence inspires everyone.
