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Free Fire MAX players can snag new in-game rewards on June 20, 2026, using active redeem codes from Garena. These codes unlock valuable items like skins and outfits without spending diamonds. Players must act fast as codes have limited validity. The official redemption center is the place to claim these freebies, offering a chance to enhance gameplay and collections.
Renowned artist Bhaskara Rao Botcha to lead art workshop, public auction in Visakhapatnam
FICCI FLO Vijayawada Chapter will host contemporary artist Bhaskara Rao Botcha for an interactive art workshop and public art auction at Waltair Club, Visakhapatnam
GTA VI pre-order release date, time, price: Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders begin June 25, with the highly anticipated game launching November 19. Players will step into Vice City, now part of the fictional state of Leonida, as the first female protagonist, Lucia, and her partner Jason. While pricing and PC availability remain unconfirmed, industry whispers suggest a premium cost. Rockstar's commitment to quality has led to development delays, fueling immense global excitement for this next installment.
One dead, dozens injured after two trains collide in UK
Tragedy struck north of London as two passenger trains collided, claiming one life and leaving dozens injured, 11 critically. The accident near Bedford saw trains on the same track, causing panic and chaos among passengers. Emergency services, including air ambulances, responded swiftly. Prime Minister Starmer expressed deep concern and gratitude to responders. Investigators are on-site probing the cause of this rare fatal rail incident.
Drone attack on Panama-flagged ship in Black Sea kills one, injures two
The AMP said the incident occurred on June 18 and that one of the injured sailors was in serious condition
Trump Unveils New Air Force One, a Gift from Qatar
The red, white and navy blue livery of the Boeing 747-8i luxury jet replaces the robin's egg blue exterior of the old aircraft that ferried presidents since George H W Bush
Here is a select list of stories to start the day
Major Win for India as Vivek Aggarwal Becomes FATF Vice President
Ministry of External Affairs described the appointment as a major win for India and said it reflects the country's growing role in global efforts to combat terrorism financing
Woman killed, 1,700 evacuated in beach hotel fire in Dominican Republic
Three people were taken to medical facilities and six others were treated on site
Donald Trump Air Force One: The aircraft, a luxury Boeing 747, had previously generated controversy after Qatar offered it to replace the presidential jet last year.
Trump Calls Modi, Xi Great Leaders He Most Admires
Trump praised Modis long tenure in office, noting that he has remained in power for more than 12 years despite Indias previously unstable political landscape
JEECUP Result 2026 Out: Direct Link To Download UP Polytechnic Rank Card
JEECUP Result 2026: The result has been released in the form of a rank card, which is an important document for the upcoming counselling and admission process.
Strait of Hormuz carried nearly a fifth of global crude oil and liquefied natural gas supplies before it was blockaded by Iran during the war.
Train Collision North of London Kills 1, Injures Dozens
impact then seeing fellow travelers with broken bones and bloody injuries. Both trains were traveling south to London St. Pancras station when they collided outside the town of Bedford
Gold price prediction: Gold rates extended their corrective phase and registered a third consecutive weekly decline, according to a bullion expert.
Brasil - Haiti game today in World Cup 2026 is a crucial for both the national teams in terms of progressing to knock out Round of 32.
3. FIFA World Cup 2026 | Brazil vs Haiti LIVE updates: Group C match gets underway
Five-time champion Brazil will be up against Haiti in their second encounter on June 19, 2026
Morocco beat Scotland 1-0 as Saibari scores again
With the game barely underway, Saibari ran on to a pass from Brahim Diaz with Scotland's defenders left watching and he lashed the ball past goalkeeper Angus Gunn
FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Brazil vs Haiti at Philadelphia Stadium
Carlo Ancelotti made two changes to the team after a 1-1 draw with Morocco in their Group C opener.
Ladakh Bans Single-Use Plastics, Imposes Heavy Penalties For Violations
According to the Lieutenant Governor, the checks are aimed at preventing banned plastic products from entering the Union Territory and strengthening enforcement on the ground.
Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi decided to start with Achraf Hakimi despite the controversy.
Joe Biden's Democratic administration refused to turn over the recordings and transcripts from 2016 and 2017, leading congressional Republicans to hold his attorney general, Merrick Garland, in contempt.
Telegram ban minimum that government could do: Delhi high court
TMC, BJP clash at Kolkata airport as Abhishek Banerjee returns from Delhi
Chaos erupted outside Kolkata airport Friday night as Trinamool and BJP supporters clashed violently. BJP supporters allegedly planned to target Abhishek Banerjee with rotten eggs, prompting a swift counter-response from TMC cadres. The altercation, involving blows and hurled objects, caused panic among passengers and massive traffic jams. Banerjee left the airport under heavy police escort, avoiding interaction.
Morocco's Hakimi Plays in FIFA World Cup Despite Being Sent For Rape Trial
Hakimi is facing allegations that he raped a 24-year-old woman in the Paris region in 2023, which he denies
Bengal cops start probe into TMC's bank accounts
PM Modi transfers Rs 2,400 crore under job generation plan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted that India's trade agreements with nearly 40 nations are unlocking global markets and professional opportunities. He urged businesses and youth to leverage these avenues, emphasizing that 'quality' in all aspects from education to products is crucial for international competitiveness.
Supreme Court: Need to probe nexus of ARCs, banks and borrowers
Delhi woman mistaken for child-lifter, stripped
Avoid granting leave to students on June 20 & 21, National Medical Commission tells medical colleges
FIFA World Cup 2026 | Scotland vs Morocco LIVE updates: Group C match gets underway
Scotland opened their FIFA World Cup campaign with a win over Haiti while Morocco held Brazil in their opening match. These two will clash on June 19, 2026
U.S. advance to World Cup round of 32 with dominant 2-0 win over Australia
The U.S. moved on to six points and into the last 32 before their last game against Turkey on Thursday in Los Angeles
Pakistan Deputy PM writes to UNSC on Indus Waters Treaty
Islamabad, June 19: Pakistans Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has urged the UN Security Council to take notice of Indias alleged violations of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT). The treaty, brokered by the World Bank in 1960, was suspended after the Pahalgam terror attack in April 2025 that killed 26 civilians. The treaty has governed []
Markets snap 5-day rally amid global uncertainty
Mumbai, June 19: Stock market benchmark indices ended lower on Friday, snapping a five-day rally, with the Sensex declining 607 points and the Nifty falling to the 24,013.10 level, dragged by heavy selling in IT firms after global tech giant Accenture trimmed its full-year revenue growth guidance. Renewed geopolitical uncertainty over postponement of talks to []
RBI opts for wait-and-watch amid inflation uncertainties
Mumbai, June 19: All six members of the RBIs Monetary Policy Committee favoured a wait-and-watch approach as they voted for a status quo on benchmark interest rates earlier this month, citing high uncertainty over the trajectory of inflation and growth prospects due to the West Asia conflict, according to the minutes of the MPC meeting []
Rupee rises 7 paise to close at 94.33 vs USD
Mumbai, June 19: The rupee pared most of its initial gains and settled higher by 7 paise at 94.33 against the US dollar on Friday, as a firming dollar index and rising crude oil prices weighed on investor sentiments. Forex traders said the rupee opened on a positive note, on optimism that trade negotiations between []
FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Scotland vs Morocco At Boston Stadium
Both teams eye for a spot in the Round of 32
Who Will Enforce the SWM Rules 2026
Recently the State Pollution Control Board organised a meeting at Windermere to announce the launch of the Solid Waste Management (SWM) Rules 2026 which ostensibly enforces stricter rules for waste segregation, stringent tracking via digital audits, and robust polluter pays penalties. The 2026 rules supersede the 2016 rules because the latest rules require all urban []
By K Raveendran The US-Iran deal marks a genuine easing of one of the most dangerous geopolitical shocks to hit the energy market, but it should not be mistaken for a reset button. The immediate risk of a military breakdown has declined, and that matters for every stakeholder: Washington, Tehran, Gulf producers, Asian importers, shipping []
By Prof Marco Mitri Why the North East Infrastructure Summit marks not a moment, but a milestone in a longer story and why one mans name belongs at the centre of it.. Honble Chief Minister Conrad Sangma did something this week that no Chief Minister of Meghalaya has done before him. He made the entire []
India calls Pak a Frankenstein state at UN; accuses it of supporting terrorism
United Nations, June 19: India has slammed Pakistan at the United Nations, calling it a Frankenstein state that gets shocked when its own monster bites back, as it accused Islamabad of hosting, training and deploying terrorists. The remarks were made by Anupama Singh, First Secretary at Indias Permanent Mission to the United Nations, on Wednesday, []
BJP summons top Karnataka netas over cross-voting
Have you ever fantasized about Mas***bating?: Moreno zeroes in on Platner issue to test nominees
Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for Saturday, June 20, 2026
Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 38C and 28C respectively
You taking my quote out of context: Trump Nominee SPARS with Gallego over antisemitism claim
Centre remains committed to Article 371 safeguards for Ladakh
Centre reaffirms commitment to granting Ladakh constitutional safeguards under Article 371 and ensuring bureaucratic accountability to elected leaders, despite reservations from regional representatives over meeting minutes. Discussions are ongoing to define the precise scope of these protections and the framework for administrative oversight, with a customized approach being developed for the region.
Lokesh Projects AP As Investment Hub, Meets 17 Industry Leaders in Kolkata
Lokesh showcased Andhra Pradesh as one of the most investor-friendly destinations
Eknath Shinde on rebellion: This is just trailer, picture baki hai
Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde issued a veiled warning to Shiv Sena UBT, stating that the recent departure of six MPs is merely a prelude to further defections. He confidently asserted that his faction is growing, while Shiv Sena UBT is losing its support base. Shinde criticized the opposition's tactics and reiterated his commitment to Hindutva, claiming his party has gained significant strength since the split.
Mahbubabad MP Balram Naik Seeks Effective Rollout Of Central Schemes
Balram Naik instructed officials to submit proposals for installation of an MRI scanning machine at the district area hospital and to organise medical camps in tribal areas with the support of doctors
AP Targeting Global Tourism Hub Status For State, Says Minister Durgesh
He pointed out that to fulfil this mission, the NDA coalition government has brought in a series of reforms and investment-driven initiatives over the past two years
52 Pan Shop Owners Booked in Karimnagar Drive
The checks were carried out at pan shops located near schools, colleges and within the vicinity of educational institutions
Hyderabad: 81-Year-Old Gets 21-Year Jail For Raping Minor
The victims parents later learned that the victim had been sexually assaulted multiple times
Aabyari: Rebuilding bridges with Srinagars fading past
A cultural centre in the midst of Srinagars crowded lanes aims to protect Kashmirs dying but essential intricate crafts by having craftsmen recreate detailed lattice work and khaniyari tiles
AK-47 Rifle, 26 Pistols Seized Near Indo-Pak Border In Amritsar, 1 Arrested
Punjab Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said preliminary investigation revealed that the accused was acting on the directions of an Australia-based associate, who allegedly shared the weapons' drop location through social media applications.
Kerala High Court rejects anticipatory bail plea of professor in BDS students death case
AP: MCT Issues Notices To MNC Chains Over Food Safety Violations
The municipality separately served notices to two KFC outlets after detecting lapses in ensuring food safety during its inspections across the city
AI Storm Will Hit Lakhs Of Jobseekers: Revanth
Telangana was focusing on skill development, blue-collar employment, education reforms and sports infrastructure, said Revanth
Vivek Aggarwal appointed Financial Action Task Force vice-president
Currently serving as Secretary in Culture Ministry, Aggarwals selection is a significant development for Indias role in global financial governance and efforts to strengthen international cooperation on anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing and illicit financial flows
Narrow Escape For 35 As Bus Catches Fire in Anakapalle District
Fortunately, the bus crew acted promptly, ensuring that all 35 passengers were safely evacuated from the vehicle before the flames intensified and the vehicle gutted
These 300-million-year-old baby fossils just turned a major evolution theory upside down
Ancient fossilized babies of crocodile-like predators are rewriting evolutionary history. Previously, scientists believed early land animals hatched, underwent a tadpole phase, and then transformed, much like modern amphibians. However, new discoveries reveal these early tetrapods skipped the tadpole stage, suggesting their life cycles were more akin to fish or mammals, fundamentally altering our understanding of how life conquered land.
Mr. Thackeray calls for starting Operation Lotus in response to Operation Tiger allegedly carried out by the Shiv Sena to lure six of its nine Lok Sabha MPs into its fold and refuted allegations his party was likely to merge with the Congress
Kerala HC warns of change in investigating officer in microfinance fraud case
Kerala HC seeks explanation from TDB on retention of two officials
BJP worker killed in Howrah; W.B. CM promises law to seize properties of accused
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari asked people not to go to the houses of people accused of corruption and electoral violence and urged them to keep faith in the police and the administration to take stringent action in accordance with the law
Life lesson of the day by Colin Powell: Former US Secretary of State Colin Powell emphasized that success isn't about shortcuts but stems from diligent preparation, unwavering hard work, and the crucial ability to learn from failures. His philosophy highlights that setbacks are not endpoints but valuable lessons.
Cuba unveils historic package of free-market reforms
In a landmark speech to the National Assembly, Prime Minister Manuel Marrero detailed 176 measures aimed at rolling back the state's role in the economy and attracting investment in everything from banking to tourism and agriculture. These huge changes come as the United States exerts strong pressure on Cuba aside from the oil blockade, with President Donald Trump musing openly about taking over the island just 90 miles (145 km) from Florida.
JD(S) likely to raise the issue of cross-voting with BJP central leaders
As per her family, the girl had been disheartened after the recent question paper leak
Tamil Nadu to roll out Intellectual Property Rights policy with focus on GI products
AAP alleges corruption in tenders under BJP govt.
Saurabh Bharadwaj alleged that specifications of tenders were being changed to benefit some selected people
Uttar Pradesh pushes comprehensive policy in fisheries sector eyeing rural prosperity
Large water bodies (>2 hectares) are leased to cooperative societies to enable scalable operations, risk-sharing, and better governance
Indias cheapest power is here, the grid must catch up
The countrys clean-energy future depends on faster, smarter grid expansion and optimisation
Iran deployed covert Iraq drone cells to target Gulf states: Report
Iran's Revolutionary Guard has reportedly formed secret cells in Iraq to launch drone strikes on Gulf nations hosting U.S. troops. These elite Iraqi Shi'ite fighters, operating independently of traditional militias, allegedly conducted at least seven attacks targeting Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. This strategic shift aims to bolster Iran's regional influence while evading detection amid mounting pressure on its proxy network.
M.P. to form dedicated task force to counter organised forest crime: CM Yadav
The Chief Minister also approved formation of a command and control centre for the protection of States forests and wildlife
Moving from drone purchases to drone partnerships
Indias drone ambitions require smarter contracts and continuous innovation
Kerala Revised Budget: Infrastructure projects in Kochi receive scant allocation
Former police officer Manoranjan Mondal arrested by ED in coal smugglingscamin Bengal
Previously,he had failed to show up for questioning even after repeated summons
Scientists found 3,000-year-old honey in Egyptian tombs, and it was still edible
Ancient Egyptian honey, sealed in tombs for millennia, has sparked tales of enduring edibility. While direct evidence is scarce, the remarkable preservation of honey is attributed to its high sugar content, low water, and acidity, creating an inhospitable environment for microbes. Bees' enzymatic contributions, including hydrogen peroxide production, further enhance its antimicrobial properties. Though ancient honey's flavor and potency change, its survival highlights nature's ingenious preservation system.
Defection as merger: On politics, the wave of defections
The Tenth Schedule is hollowed out by unprincipled politics
20 rebel Trinamool Lok Sabha MPs seek to merge with Nationalist Citizen Party of India
Meet Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and announce that they are merging with the registered regional party for time being.
Kerala Revised Budget: Brand Keralam initiative emerges as lone bright spot for handloom sector
Kerala Budget: Stakeholders hail industry status to tourism sector
President, PM to walk side by side in Odishas tribal hinterland
With Indias two tallest leaders set to share the stage, Odisha is in line for a host of development projects
Mob assaults man after woman accuses him of harassment
SRM Global Hospital organises conclave for preventing sports injuries
Metrowater official reviews work to construct storage facilities in Anna Nagar zone
The CPI(M) leader says Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan who had talked at length about resource mobilisation in his podcasts do not have any such measures spelled out in the Budget
TMC meets Lok Sabha speaker seeking 20 rebel MPs' disqualification
The Trinamool Congress has formally asked Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to disqualify 20 dissident MPs. Party leader Abhishek Banerjee stated that MPs elected on the TMC ticket but joining another party forfeit their membership. The move follows the rebel MPs' attempt to form a separate bloc and merge with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI), a claim the TMC argues is constitutionally invalid.
CM echoes ordinary peoples desire to eradicate corruption, says Mahendran
How cricket pitches are laid, how they age, and why its both art and science
Ever wondered why some tracks play true and others like the recent Lords strip dont? Here is an explainer on the preparation of pitches and the factors that govern their behaviour
