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PM Modi addresses diaspora in Paris; Israel vows to continue Lebanon operations

PM Modi received a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora in Paris and highlighted India's growth story, while Israel said it would continue military operations in southern Lebanon despite a US-Iran agreement

18 Jun 2026 11:00 pm
Maharashtra seeks six Gadchiroli iron ore mines to build green steel hub

The project is expected to attract investments worth Rs 3 lakh crore, generate lakhs of jobs, and help Maharashtra emerge as a leading steel-producing region by 2030

18 Jun 2026 8:29 pm
Over 10,000 tramadol capsules seized in joint raid by FDA and Pune cops

According to officials, the Pune Anti-Narcotics Cell (ANC) received confidential information that a man was allegedly selling prescription medicines without the required licences

18 Jun 2026 8:27 pm
Pune: Self-styled godman, 7 aides held after woman alleges sexual assault

According to police, the case came to light after a complaint was filed on June 16. An FIR was registered immediately, and all eight accused were taken into custody

18 Jun 2026 7:17 pm
PM Modi to release Rs 18,880 crore under PM-KISAN scheme on June 21

More than Rs 18,880 crore will be transferred directly into the bank accounts of over 9.44 crore farmers across the country, including more than 2.18 crore women beneficiaries. With this disbursement, the total amount released under the PM-KISAN scheme since its launch in 2019 will exceed Rs 4.46 lakh crore

18 Jun 2026 7:09 pm
Three held over petrol bomb attack on RSS office in Ranchi

Police are investigating possible links between the accused and terror organisations, including suspected connections with Pakistan-based networks, officials said

18 Jun 2026 6:57 pm
ICAI says examination records are safe, dismisses breach rumours

The institute clarified that the portal mentioned in the posts is used only for examiner training and is not connected to examination records

18 Jun 2026 6:42 pm
Russian air defence shoots down 180 Ukrainian drones amid major attack on Moscow

Russian air defence systems shot down around 180 Ukrainian drones during a large-scale attack on Moscow, officials said. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin described it as the biggest drone assault on the Russian capital in two years

18 Jun 2026 6:23 pm
Palghar district unveils new measures to improve maternal and child health

To address geographical challenges in remote areas such as Jawhar, Mokhada, and Talasari, the administration has deployed a multi-tier Maternal and Child Control Room system

18 Jun 2026 5:59 pm
Gunfire erupts at airport in Niger capital, military launches security operation

The incident comes months after a major attack on the airport and adjoining military drone base claimed by the Islamic State in the Sahel

18 Jun 2026 5:58 pm
Fire guts EV showroom, three shops in Surat; several electric vehicles damaged

A major fire broke out at an EV showroom in Surat's Adajan area on Thursday morning, spreading to three nearby shops and damaging several electric vehicles. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the blaze is under investigation

18 Jun 2026 5:25 pm
PM Modi meets top CEOs in Paris, highlights Indias growing innovation potential

During meetings with executives from Mistral AI, Alstom and Saint-Gobain, discussions focused on opportunities in artificial intelligence, railway modernisation, manufacturing, sustainability and investment expansion in India

18 Jun 2026 5:23 pm
Pakistan says US-Iran deal paves way for Hormuz reopening

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that the US and Iran have electronically signed the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, paving the way for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and an end to the 107-day conflict

18 Jun 2026 4:20 pm
Delhi Police bust inter-state child trafficking racket, 13 held

Delhi Police have dismantled an alleged inter-state child trafficking syndicate, arresting 13 accused, including traffickers, buyers, mediators and a hospital owner. Five infants were rescued during operations across Delhi, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh and other states

18 Jun 2026 4:13 pm
Russia shows interest in BrahMos as India explores expanded production

Russia has expressed interest in inducting the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, with discussions underway on increasing production capacity to meet future requirements, according to BrahMos Aerospace Chief Jaiteerth Joshi

18 Jun 2026 4:01 pm
Iran says missile capabilities not up for negotiation after US deal

Iran has ruled out any future negotiations with the US over its missile programme, insisting that its defence capabilities are not open for discussion. The statement came after Washington and Tehran signed a framework agreement aimed at ending their war

18 Jun 2026 3:54 pm
NEET aspirant dies after falling from Ahmedabad apartment days before retest

The incident occurred ahead of the rescheduled NEET-UG 2026 examination, which was announced after the original test was cancelled over allegations of paper leaks and irregularities

18 Jun 2026 3:20 pm
Doctor arrested after newlywed wife's suicide; family alleges dowry abuse

Her family claimed that while everything appeared normal before the wedding, she allegedly began facing difficulties and harassment soon after moving into her matrimonial home

18 Jun 2026 3:07 pm
Former Reliance executive Gautam Doshi remanded in judicial custody in ED case

Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court has remanded former Reliance Communications executive Gautam Bhailal Doshi to judicial custody till July 1 in an alleged money laundering case being investigated by the Enforcement Directorate. The agency alleges his involvement in the group's financial operations

18 Jun 2026 2:25 pm
Ranchi RSS office attack: Police detain four, SIT begins investigation

Police have detained four people in connection with the petrol bomb attack on the RSS provincial office in Ranchi. A Special Investigation Team and the NIA are probing the incident, with CCTV footage and forensic evidence providing crucial leads

18 Jun 2026 12:46 pm
Act firmly against pranksters causing alarm

Following the alert, there was a detailed search of the train and all its coaches.

18 Jun 2026 9:55 am
Kane you believe this?

Series in England yet to be completed, 10,000-run mark imminent, and only 35. Yet, New Zealand great Williamson decides to put a full stop to international cricket

18 Jun 2026 9:54 am
Donald Trump says Iran deal will help push global oil prices lower

At a press conference after the G7 summit in France, Trump said energy markets had reacted positively to the agreement and the easing of tensions in the Gulf

18 Jun 2026 9:49 am
Donald Trump thanks Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin for staying neutral on Iran

At a press conference after the G7 summit in France, Trump said he personally urged Xi not to provide military assistance to Tehran during the conflict and expressed appreciation for Beijing's response

18 Jun 2026 9:48 am
Donald Trump leaves door open for Irans civilian nuclear programme

At a press conference after the G7 summit in France, Trump reiterated that Iran would never be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon but suggested there could be room for discussion on nuclear activities intended for civilian purposes

18 Jun 2026 9:47 am
Donald Trump unveils Iran deal, pushes for broader Middle East peace pact

Trump said the agreement would end the current conflict and launch negotiations towards a comprehensive settlement while preserving the option of renewed military action if Iran failed to comply

18 Jun 2026 9:44 am
G7 Summit: PM Modi calls for inclusive, secure and people-centric AI

The Prime Minister highlighted that while Artificial Intelligence was a transformative force with the potential to redefine the direction of human civilisation, it must also empower people, according to an official statement released by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)

18 Jun 2026 9:41 am
MPs Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve wins Best Wildlife Destination award

The Editors Choice Award Best Wildlife Destination category was presented to the BTR for its remarkable work in wildlife conservation, excellent tourism management, providing a high-quality tourist experience, and biodiversity conservation

18 Jun 2026 9:36 am
Six killed, 20 injured as bus crashes into truck in Gujarat

The truck had been parked on the roadside as its driver was checking tyre pressure when the speeding bus hit it from behind, police said

18 Jun 2026 9:32 am
CJI Surya Kant takes serious view of Supreme Court file going missing

The lawyer said they wrote to the registrar about it but the case has not been listed before the court as the file appeared to have been misplaced by the registry

18 Jun 2026 9:30 am
Eight arrested after mob allegedly tries to free jailed TMC leader

Investigators claimed that the demonstrators intended to forcibly secure Khans release and create unrest in the area; police claimed that Khans wife had been mobilising supporters. An FIR has been registered against her in connection with the incident

18 Jun 2026 9:27 am
Former Bengal minister Udayan Guha arrested in PMAY irregularities case

The complainant alleged that Guha has been siphoning money meant for the scheme since 2016, the officer said; Guha was arrested from a flat in the Phoolbagan area

18 Jun 2026 9:24 am
On this day in 1985: Saudi prince became the first Arab in space

And because he was a prince in the House of Saud, he became the first member of a royal family to go to space; he was 28 years old at the time and holds the record for being the youngest person to fly on the space shuttle

18 Jun 2026 9:19 am
US-Iran deal may include USD 300 billion investment fund, says report

Meanwhile, at least three tankers carrying Iranian oil have sailed through the US naval blockade this week, with a fourth, an empty vessel, heading towards the Gulf of Oman, as per reports

18 Jun 2026 9:17 am
Genesis AI unveils Eno, a humanoid robot built to adapt to any workplace

According to the company, the robot is designed to perform complex tasks, adapt to changing environments and complete objectives with minimal human intervention

18 Jun 2026 9:07 am
India-EU FTA to be signed by year-end: European Council President to PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France. The leaders reviewed progress in India-EU relations following the conclusion of the Free Trade Agreement

17 Jun 2026 10:45 pm
'Pune to get six new platforms under Rs 600 crore railway expansion plan'

Pune railway station will get six new platforms as part of a Rs 600 crore railway expansion plan announced by Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The project includes yard remodelling, a new station entry point, terminals, and coaching facilities

17 Jun 2026 9:38 pm
G7 Summit: Indian seafarers' safety a priority, Modi tells Trump

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held bilateral talks on the sidelines of the G7 Summit, discussing maritime security, developments in West Asia and India-US ties. Modi emphasised the need to keep the Strait of Hormuz open

17 Jun 2026 8:54 pm
New Pune-Shirdi train service flagged off in Maharashtra

Vaishnaw further said the third and fourth railway lines on the MumbaiPune route, along with proposed MumbaiPune and PuneHyderabad bullet train projects, would significantly strengthen Maharashtras economic growth

17 Jun 2026 6:51 pm
BJP trying to gather numbers to pass Bills: Congress on 'Operation Tiger' row

Congress leaders have accused the BJP of attempting to weaken Opposition parties and engineer defections to secure the numbers required to pass key legislation in Parliament. The remarks came amid speculation over Operation Tiger and reports of efforts to lure Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs into the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena

17 Jun 2026 6:43 pm
Nashik to impose water cuts every Saturday from June 20 amid deficient rainfall

Water cuts will be implemented every Saturday in June and July due to a delay in the arrival of the southwest monsoon, which has raised concerns over water stock in dams. Additionally, the city will not receive water supply after every two days in August

17 Jun 2026 6:23 pm
'Refusing home-cooked food at restaurants not deficiency in service'

The consumer commission has dismissed a complaint against a Pune restaurant, ruling that refusing permission to eat home-cooked food on its premises cannot be treated as deficiency in service or unfair trade practice. It held that restaurants operate on a policy basis

17 Jun 2026 5:47 pm
Akhilesh Yadav dismisses SP split claims, targets BJP over defections

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday dismissed Uttar Pradesh Minister Om Prakash Rajbhars claim that the SP could face a split, asserting that the party remains united and strong. He accused the BJP of previously engineering defections by luring or pressuring leaders from other parties

17 Jun 2026 4:57 pm
Pune Akashvani News Division will not be shut down, says Ashwini Vaishnaw

Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation and Cooperation and Pune MP Murlidhar Mohol took up the matter with him. During their meeting, Vaishnaw categorically assured that the Pune Akashvani News Division would continue to function and would not be shut down under any circumstances, effectively putting an end to the ongoing speculation

17 Jun 2026 4:40 pm
India's defence sector has seen major progress over 12 years: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India's defence transformation over the past 12 years, citing advances in indigenous manufacturing, missile systems, combat aircraft, naval capabilities and self-reliance under the 'Surakshit Bharat' vision

17 Jun 2026 2:30 pm
Sanjay Raut hurls abuses at rebel MPs, asks media not to cut out his comments

Shiv Sena (UBT) Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut launched a sharp attack on party MPs allegedly considering defection, challenging them to resign from their posts before switching sides amid growing speculation of a possible split within the Uddhav Thackeray-led party

17 Jun 2026 2:11 pm
Sena (UBT) rebellion buzz: Raut, Arvind Sawant, Anil Desai meet Om Birla

Following the meeting at Parliament House, the three leaders said they had submitted a representation to the Speaker outlining the party's position on any potential split or merger

17 Jun 2026 2:01 pm
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut defends his abusive remarks against rebel MPs

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut defended his remarks against party rebels, saying such expressions are common in Marathi and are meant for those who betray the party for money. He also challenged MPs allegedly considering defection to resign and seek a fresh mandate

17 Jun 2026 1:57 pm
Telegram CEO links Reliance, WhatsApp to alleged ban effort in India

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov has accused Reliance and WhatsApp of being behind efforts to ban Telegram in India, while industry sources have dismissed the allegations as misleading and factually incorrect

17 Jun 2026 12:14 pm
Arvind Sawant, Anil Desai meet Sanjay Raut amid Shiv Sena (UBT) rebellion buzz

Political circles in Maharashtra have been abuzz with reports that several Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs may be in contact with leaders of the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena

17 Jun 2026 12:02 pm