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The opposition party claimed that the move would further burden economically weaker families and force many beneficiaries to return to traditional cooking methods due to the rising cost of LPG refills

Trump said discussions with Iran were continuing and suggested that negotiators could gain greater clarity on the outcome within the next few days

The cause of the crash was not immediately known, and US military officials had yet to provide detailed information on the circumstances surrounding the incident

India is expected to witness average salary hikes of 8.6 per cent to 10.2 per cent in FY27, led by high-growth sectors such as EV, FinTech, healthcare and energy, according to a TeamLease report. IT support executives, electrical engineers and Pune, Hyderabad, Chennai and Ahmedabad are set to see strong growth

Uttar Pradesh Police seized around six quintals of ganja worth an estimated Rs 10 crore in Kanpur and arrested several alleged drug smugglers. The consignment was reportedly meant for distribution across Kanpur and nearby districts as officials probe the trafficking network

In its order issued, the tribunal observed that the responsibility to care for senior citizens is not merely a moral obligation but a legally enforceable condition when property is transferred on such assurances

The case involved Vijay Singh, who was convicted of murdering his brother in 1985 and sentenced to life imprisonment. His appeal remained pending before the high court for four decades before being dismissed earlier this year

A Patna court has granted interim relief to educator Khan Sir by staying his arrest in the coaching centre firing case. While his anticipatory bail plea remains pending, the court directed police not to take coercive action and sought the case diary and his criminal record

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed deep concern over renewed tensions in West Asia, urging all parties to stop attacks, exercise restraint and fully respect ceasefire agreements in Gaza, Lebanon and Iran

As part of this conference, held under India`s BRICS chairmanship, the Agriculture Working Group will hold deliberations till June 11 with officials from member countries

DRC has reported 515 confirmed cases and 91 deaths, while Uganda has recorded 19 cases and three deaths linked to the outbreak

India`s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni, delivered a sharp attack against Pakistan in the UN Security Council during its meeting on the `Situation in Afghanistan` on Monday

His injured friend, Diwakar Dimri, was admitted to the district hospital in Baurari

Trump, who has consistently advocated for a negotiated settlement with Iran, reportedly pressed Netanyahu to exercise restraint, asserting that a breakthrough in diplomatic talks could materialise within days

China Daily further noted that Xi Jinping reaffirmed the commitment to strengthening ties with North Korea during his two-day visit to Pyongyang, his first trip to the country in seven years

Dharmapuri, Salem, Erode, Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Tiruppur, Dindigul, Theni, Kanyakumari and western ghats of Tirunelveli districts will receive rains till June 12, the latest bulletin from the Regional Meteorological Centre said

Police said some of the injured workers suffered grievously. A rescue operations is ongoing at the plant, said an official; according to the police, molten iron spilt while being moved in a bucket by a crane

The newly identified species, Taczanowskia waska, closely resembles the fruiting body of Gibellula fungus, a parasite that grows on spiders

The USD 800 set arrives as Barcelona celebrates the 100th anniversary of Catalan architect Antoni Gauds death, with construction of the basilica having begun in 1882

The development comes barely days after the TMC leadership suffered a setback, where 58 of its 80 MLAs defied the party high commands decision to appoint veteran leader Sovandeb Chattopadhyay as the Leader of the Opposition, and elected expelled MLA Ritabrata Banerjee to that post

Iran fired dozens of missiles across Israel starting Sunday evening, to which Israel retaliated, placing the region`s population under the threat of yet another major escalation

Police said the protesters of the Joint Awami Action Committee which seeks to uphold economic and political rights had gathered outside a hospital morgue where the body of another group member was taken after his death

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian, addressing a media briefing here, said that the China-India border situation is at the moment generally stable and the two sides have smooth communication

Acting on a tip-off, police launched an operation and arrested the accused from the premises of Karipur airport around 10 pm on Sunday

West Bengal shares the longest international boundary with Bangladesh, stretching 2217 km, out of a total of 4096 km.

The robot nicknamed Xiao Gai is designed to interact directly with customers as they approach the outlet.

Cops say passengers were travelling from Pune to Nagpur when mishap occurred in Buldhana district

The news of the Iranian-French author-filmmakers passing due to sadness will be discussed for long across mental health platforms. Its vital in context of our urban milieus, with its insular ecosystems

The argument that batsmen displayed poor technique to cause the early end holds no water

Tensions between Iran and Israel showed signs of easing after recent exchanges of fire. In the Philippines, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake killed at least 32 people and left more than 130 injured. Indian workers were killed in Dubai, when a minibus collided with a stationary truck on Emirates Road

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) is facing a deepening internal crisis after its West Bengal Assembly election defeat, with rebel MLAs and MPs seeking separate recognition and senior leader Sukhendu Sekhar Roy resigning from the party and Rajya Sabha

Eight workers died and six were injured in a molten steel accident at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant. PM Narendra Modi announced ex gratia assistance, while Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu ordered relief measures and a probe was launched

Pune Police arrested a gynaecologist and launched a search for a woman doctor over alleged illegal abortions at a Daund hospital. Authorities seized MTP kits during the probe

Vidarbha remained the hottest region in Maharashtra. Apart from Nagpur, other cities in the region also witnessed high temperatures, with Wardha recording 42.5 degrees Celsius, Akola 42.3 degrees Celsius, and Amravati, and Gondia 42.2 degrees Celsius

In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said the renewed attacks in the region were a matter of serious concern for the international community

BMW Group India will increase prices of BMW and MINI vehicles by up to 2 per cent from July 1, 2026. The hike will affect locally manufactured and imported models, with the company citing rupee depreciation and rising lBMW India to hike car prices by up to 2 per cent from Julyogistics costs as key reasons

Iran on Monday announced the end of its latest military operation against Israel after the first exchange of fire between the two countries since an April ceasefire. While Tehran said it had delivered a painful response, it warned that any further aggression would trigger harsher retaliation

Indian stock markets ended sharply lower on Monday, with the Sensex falling 719 points and the Nifty losing 244 points as rising crude oil prices, Iran-Israel tensions and global uncertainty triggered broad-based selling across sectors

A fire broke out on an oil tanker carrying 24 Indian seafarers off the coast of Oman amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. Authorities confirmed that all the Indian crew members onboard are safe

Sajid Yousuf Shah, BJP`s co-media in-charge for Jammu and Kashmir, shared his experience on social media, claiming the incident left him deeply disappointed and raised broader questions about equal treatment for all Indian citizens

A sloth bear was rescued from illegal captivity in Jharkhand`s Dumka district during a crackdown on the banned `dancing bear` practice. The intelligence-led operation by the Forest Department and WTI highlights ongoing efforts to combat wildlife trafficking and protect endangered species

The Indian Embassy in Iran issued a fresh advisory on Monday following recent attacks and counter-attacks between Iran and Israel, which have heightened security concerns across the region

The offshore quake hit near General Santos in Mindanao, prompting evacuations in coastal areas and advisories from the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center for multiple countries

Backed by the ruling Mahayuti alliance, Jain is widely expected to be elected unopposed. Senior NCP leaders said his extensive legislative and organisational experience made him the unanimous choice for the seat

Iran`s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said the missile barrage targeted Israel`s Ramat David Airbase, which Tehran claims was used by Israeli fighter jets involved in airstrikes on Beirut`s Dahieh district on Sunday. Lebanese health authorities said the Israeli strikes killed two people and injured at least 11 others

Iran said the strikes targeted the Ramat David Airbase in response to Israeli actions in Lebanon and warned of stronger retaliation if Israel responded

According to Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL), the incident took place on Sunday at Terminal 2 after strong winds accompanied by heavy rainfall. Ground handling equipment positioned near parked aircraft reportedly shifted from its location and collided with three Air India narrow-body aircraft

Yemens Houthi movement has expressed support for Irans missile operation against Israel, saying it demonstrates the unity of the axis of resistance and reflects ongoing coordination among allied groups in the region

Officials warned of continued transmission and possible further increases if containment measures are not strengthened. Only 12 recoveries have been reported so far, with 117 suspected cases and 283 patients still under isolation or hospital care

The internet has transformed surveys into a technology-driven exercise, as it is now for the Census and SIR. Half a century ago, every survey was a lesson in persistence. It involved miles of walking, countless door knocks, the humility to accept rejection, and, every now and then, a memorable encounter