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What is the Mekedatu dam project dispute? | Explained

What is the history of the proposed project? How has the Tamil Nadu government reacted?

NSE Faces Controversy Over Accidental Deposit of Shares Worth Over 1 Crore

Mumbai, June 19: The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has revealed in its draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) for the proposed initial public offeri

Kerala Budget: Land Reforms 2.0 for reviewing land laws, amending statutes

Kerala CM Satheesan announced that a comprehensive land management policy would be formulated to address structural challenges in freeing up land

Dream projects feature high in Keralas Revised Budget; Satheesan announces Land Reforms 2.0, hike in rubber MSP

A glut of announcements marks Chief Minister V.D. Satheesans 98-minute presentation of Kerala Budget which promises governance with empathy

Jammu and Kashmir Government Allocates 175 Crore to Revive Health Scheme

Srinagar, June 19: The Jammu and Kashmir government has announced a 175 crore package to revive the Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY Sehat scheme, followin

Mortal remains of Patnala Suresh, killed in MT Settebello attack, reach Visakhapatnam

Government Whip P.G.V.R. Naidu paid floral tributes to the chief engineer, one of three Indians killed in the June 10 strike off Oman

Watch: Vance warns critics in Israel against attacking Americas only powerful ally

Bengalurus filth chokes Dakshina Pinakini river

Dakshina Pinakiniis yet anothercasualtyof Bengalurus rapid and unmindful urban expansion, choked by sewage, industrial effluents andthestaggering

India Invests Over 65,000 Crore in Coal Gasification Projects

New Delhi, June 19: A senior official has announced that India is currently working on coal gasification projects worth over 65,000 crore. This i

Rajasthan Court Convicts Six in Drug Trafficking Case, Sentences Them to 15 Years

Jaipur, June 19: A special court in Rajasthans Bharatpur has convicted six individuals in a drug trafficking case linked to the Narcotics Control

Watch: Mekedatu | CM Vijay moves resolution in TN Assembly against dam construction

The Tamil Nadu Assembly passed a resolution opposing Karnatakas proposed Mekedatu dam project on the Cauvery River.

Synergy Quantum Unveils Quantum-Safe Silicon IP Cores for RISC-V-Based SoCs

Post-quantum cryptographic and hardware-security IP enables chipmakers to integrate quantum-safe key establishment, digital signatures, secure bo

India Rejects Pakistans Claims on Jammu and Kashmir, Affirms Territorial Integrity

Geneva, June 19: India has firmly dismissed Pakistans baseless and malicious allegations regarding Jammu and Kashmir. Additionally, India rejecte

IDBI Bank Introduces FCNR(B) Special Opportunity Deposit in USD with Attractive Returns for NRIs on Foreign Currency Deposits

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Business Wire India

Neeraj Chopra joins fight against doping, launches awareness campaign with IOA

India is bidding to host the 2036 Olympic Games in Ahmedabad and a poor doping record could dent the country's chances

From filter coffee to flute: Mali tribute concert at a Chennai roastery strikes a new note

Swaroop Mamidipudi presented an intimate blend of live renditions, anecdotes and archival material, showcasing maestro flute Malis enduring influ

Nara Lokesh meets Visa Steel, Emami, Shree Cement heads in Kolkata, pitches Andhra Pradesh

The Minister cited the States coastline, seaports, land and power, and said the ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel plant near Anakapalli had begun constr

ParSEC Whitefield in Bengaluru is a science museum where anyone can innovate anything

We visit PARAM Foundations science experience centre in Bengaluru. The non-profit works to promote Indian history, science, innovation and cultur

Legal Challenge Halts NSE IPO Process Amid Bombay High Court Petition

Mumbai, June 19: The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has revealed that a petition is pending in the Bombay High Court. This petition seeks to halt

T.N. Assembly unanimously adopts resolution against Karnataka governments Mekedatu dam proposal

The resolution urged the Union government not to grant any form of approval, including technical and environmental clearances, to the Mekedatu pr

Iran To Complain to FIFA Over World Cup Travel Restrictions

Iranian football federation says team faces movement curbs that are affecting preparations during the World Cup in North America.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi can revive Test cricket if he succeeds in longer format: Krishnamachari Srikkanth

Teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could spark a Test cricket revival, according to former India captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth. Sr

Great Nicobar project: Jairam Ramesh flags non-transparency in latest letter to Environment Minister

The Congress on Wednesday (June 17, 2026) had attacked the government over the project, saying the transshipment port on Galathea Bay is a recipe

Strengthening the India-U.S. Strategic Partnership: Mark Warners Insights

Washington, June 19: During his recent visit to France, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former President Donald Trump discussed various issues.

Canada PM Carney Hails Canada's Character After Historic Win Over Qatar

The Prime Minister Carney commended the players for rising to the occasion on one of football's biggest stages.

Beyond Accenture, What Sparked A Rs 1.3 Lakh Crore Meltdown

Stock Market Today: Nearly 1,500 stocks declined on the NSE, outnumbering gainers by a significant margin.

NTA Issues Admit Card Reminder for NEET-UG Re-test, Warns Against Scams

Agency sends SMS, email and WhatsApp alerts ahead of June 21 re-exam, urges candidates to ignore fraudulent messages.

No option left: MP Omraje Nimbalkar breaks silence amid Operation Tiger row

Speaking with The Hindu from Pune, the MP said he felt torn and that he did not think he was left with any other alternative

Indian man opens bank account in UAE on an app, two months later, wins Rs 5 crore reward

UAE Lottery: An Indian-origin man, Shajeer Venga, has won 2 million AED in Sharjah Islamic Bank's 'Millionaire' campaign after opening a savings

UAE becomes first Arab nation to impose limits on teen social media access

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced a social media ban for all children under 15. Platforms have one year to review and remove under-age

Two workers die after falling into STP tank of BWSSB at Varthur in Bengaluru

The search for the bodies has been hampered by the presence of toxic gases inside the drainage tank and the strong flow of water

What we can learn from the architecture of Hobbit houses

The structures are earth-friendly and built using natural materials, leaving very little footprint.

Kerala Budget charts plan to make State a leading unified Port City

Budget proposes harnessing the integrated strengths of the States 600-km coastline, 17 non-major ports, two major ports, and its extensive road,

FIFA World Cup: Ivory Coast's Elye Wahi denied entry to Canada; Here's WHY?

Elephants striker Elye Wahi is being investigated in France in connection to allegations of match-fixing. The 23-year-old, who is contracted to E

US Vice President Vance Postpones Switzerland Trip for Iran Talks

Washington, June 19: US Vice President JD Vance was scheduled to travel to Switzerland for technical discussions with Iran. However, this plan ha

SC dismisses plea seeking probe into May 13 trust vote in Tamil Nadu Assembly

The Supreme Court has rejected a plea for an investigation into alleged corruption during the Tamil Nadu trust vote. The court found the allegati

Supreme Court dismisses plea seeking probe into May 13 trust vote in Tamil Nadu Assembly

The Bench observed it was based upon vague, wild and casual allegations without any reliable material on record to substantiate the claim

Years After Leaving Office, Obama Remains More Popular Than Trump, Biden

A new poll finds Barack Obama enjoying significantly higher favorability ratings than Donald Trump and Joe Biden.

Parents In Rs 70 Lakh Debt Despite Running Business For 15 Years, Daughter Seeks Help Online

A woman has sought help online after her parents accumulated Rs 70 lakh in debt despite a monthly turnover of Rs 8.94 lakh from the business.

Delhi Doctor Who Murdered Househelp Had Argued With Wife Over Firing Her

Manish Gupta first thrashed his househelp, Meena, with a cricket bat and then stabbed her with a knife at his residence in southeast Delhi's Moun

UN Allocates $4 Million to Support Ugandas Ebola Response Efforts

Kampala, June 19: The United Nations has allocated $4 million from its Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) to support the Ugandan governments

Juneteenth 2026: History, significance and everything you need to know about the holiday marking the end of slavery

Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, commemorates the end of slavery in the US. This federal holiday, officially recognized in 2021, marks the 1865

Scissors Found in Ashes Of Bhadradri Woman Who Died During Childbirth

On Thursday, during rituals, when the family members were collecting the ashes from the funeral pyre, they found the surgical scissors reportedly

Canada vs Qatar: Ismael Kon to undergo surgery after gruesome injury in Canadas World Cup win

I saw his leg. I saw that something wasn't right, Canada captain Stephen Eustquio said

TN Assembly Passes Unanimous Resolution Against Ktakas Mekedatu Dam

CM Vijay piloted the resolution, and members of the opposition, including LoP Udhyanidhi Stalin and AIADMK's Edappadi K Palaniswami spoke on the

Iran's Revolutionary Guards set up covert Iraqi cells to attack Gulf neighbors, sources say

Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps has formed new secret groups in Iraq. These cells are carrying out drone attacks on Gulf nations like Kuwait, Sa

Andhra Suspends Cop, Orders Probe Into Man's Disappearance After Custody

The case relates to Sai Krishna, who allegedly went missing after being taken into police custody in May.

Andy Burnham wins key U.K. poll, paving way for bid to challenge PM Keir Starmer

Keir Starmer congratulated Mr. Burnham for winning a key by-election, which paves the way for a widely expected leadership challenge against the

$320 billion danger: Why 70 EM funds still remain underweight on India

Maharashtra : Three Committees To Implement And Reivew Farm Loan Waiver Scheme

CM Devendra Fadnavis led Maharashtra Cabinet had approved a Rs 36,585 crore farm loan waiver scheme, which is expected to benefit 55.72 lakh cult

TS EAMCET 2026 Counselling: Check schedule, important dates, documents, fees and how to apply

The Telangana Council of Higher Education has launched the TG EAPCET 2026 counselling. Eligible students can register online and book slots for c

Opportunity knocks for Jaiswal, Rahul in India's final ODI against Afghanistan

India aims for significant scores from KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal in the final ODI against Afghanistan. Jaiswal seeks a big knock to secure hi

Pakistani-American businessman caught in $38,000,000 adult day care scam; Prosecutors say millions were hidden as 'laddu' payments

A Pakistani-American businessman, Pervez Siddiqui, and seven associates face charges for an alleged $38 million Medicaid fraud scheme. Prosecutor

Jharkhand Rajya Sabha polls: RJD claims all four MLAs voted for INDIA bloc candidate

Reports of cross-voting emerged from Jharkhand Rajya Sabha elections. The RJD stated all its four MLAs voted for the INDIA bloc candidate Pranav

Government Deploys Over 100 Officials Nationwide for VB-G Ram Ji Act Implementation

New Delhi, June 19: The Developed India Guarantee for Employment and Livelihood Guarantee Mission Rural (VB-G Ram Ji) Act is set to be implemen

Doctor attendance up, NTR Vaidya Seva beneficiaries rise: Health Ministers report to CM

Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav submits report to the Chief Minister on the progress made by the State in the health sector over the past two y

Telangana CM Prajavani Saves an Infants Life through Timely Intervention

The CM Prajavani programme ensured that baby Gracy received the life-saving operation she urgently needed

Case Filed Against Maharashtra School Over Alleged Pakistani Song At Event

Principal and two teachers booked after allegations that students performed to a Pakistani song and displayed an extremist's image during a schoo

Jim Carrey, Ron Howard to Reunite for 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas'

The film, which went on to earn over USD 300 million at the global box office, was based on the 1957 children's book of the same name by Dr Seuss

Kerala Police investigate I love Pakistan message found on vessel at Cochin Shipyard

The message, inscribed on an internal wall of the vessel using a sharp object, was noticed by employees engaged in maintenance work

Cocktail 2 X Review: 'A Nightmare, Rashmika Is A Miscast,' Per Internet

Directed by Homi Adajania, Cocktail 2 is a sequel to the 2012 film Cocktail, which starred Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone and Diana Penty

Israel steps up Lebanon attacks with strikes that kill 15

Israeli airstrikes and shelling in southern Lebanon resulted in at least 15 fatalities on Friday. Israel reported targeting Hezbollah sites, citi

MPEDA trains 5,000 in value-added seafood products; regional olympiad held at Pamarru

Competitions were conducted in Krishna district in making value added seafood products to improve skills among workers in aqua companies, says JD

US-Iran peace talks in Geneva called off, clouding prospects for lasting truce

Talks between the US and Iran to end the Middle East conflict have been postponed. Vice President JD Vance has cancelled his trip to Geneva. This

Johann Manzambi Shines with Two Goals in Switzerlands Victory Over Bosnia-Herzegovina

Los Angeles, June 19: In a stunning display during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B match, Switzerland triumphed over Bosnia-Herzegovina with a sc

Watch: Indias first LNG carrier reaches Gujarat as Hormuz shipping resumes, docks at Dahej port

The LNG carrier Disha has successfully arrived at Dahej Port in Gujarat, heralding a much-anticipated return of maritime activities through the S

Chennai Police Files Charge-sheet against 6 Cops in Custodial Death of Dalit Youth

The case pertains to the death of Delison, a resident of Krishnarajapuram in Manamadurai, who was detained on March 5 in connection with an attem

7 ways to reuse old window curtains

Old curtains often end up in storage boxes, become dust collectors, or are simply thrown away during home makeovers. But before you toss them out

NEET UG 2026: NTA Issues Important Clarification On June 21 Admit Cards

NTA clarifies that candidates who have downloaded the June 21 NEET UG 2026 re-exam admit card need not do so again. May 3 admit cards will not be

Shiv Sena Celebrates 60 Years: A Message of Resilience and Identity

Mumbai, June 19: Today marks the 60th anniversary of the Shiv Sena party. The faction led by Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray has issued a statement re

Best Greek saying by Socrates: Strong minds discuss ideas, average minds discuss...

Quote of the day: Socrates' timeless wisdom highlights the power of discussing ideas. Strong minds engage with knowledge and growth, fostering in

Indian techie forced to return to India after losing H-1B status following layoff, asks: How do I start over?

An Indian software professional is returning to India after five years in the U.S. with debt and no savings, feeling defeated by layoffs, visa co

CM Satheesan Presents His First Kerala Budget; Water Transit Gets Big

By integrating Kerala's coastline, two international ports, one container transshipment terminal, the budget aims to position Kerala on global ma

Vance skips Switzerland talks as Lebanon clashes test Iran-US peace deal

Fresh Hezbollah-Israel fighting and uncertainty over negotiations cast a shadow over efforts to secure a lasting truce.

Geopolitical Tensions Ease, Precious Metals See Significant Decline

Mumbai, June 19: A reduction in geopolitical tensions has led to a decrease in demand for safe-haven investments, resulting in a decline in gold

Indian jurist elected as Judge of International Tribunal of the Law of the Sea

The International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) is an independent judicial body established by the 1982 United Nations Convention on th

Europe without the crowds: Why off-season travel is having a moment

As overtourism crowds popular destinations during summer, more travellers are discovering the joys of visiting Europe outside the peak months. Fr

Glow Festival by Prudential Expands in Sentosa Partnership, Bringing Global Headliners and Its Biggest Edition Yet to Singapore

Glow Festival by Prudential returns to Sentosa this July, ushering in its most expansive and immersive edition to date. From 10-19 July 2026, the

Tragic Rockfall at Pavagadh Hill Claims Lives of Two Pilgrims Amid Heavy Rain

Ahmedabad, June 19: In a tragic incident in Gujarats Panchmahal district, heavy rainfall led to a rockfall at the Pavagadh pilgrimage site on Fri

'Party will split': OP Rajbhar claims Akhilesh Yadav's 'real uncle' will take over Samajwadi Party

Uttar Pradesh minister Om Prakash Rajbhar launched a sharp attack on Samajwadi Party leader Ram Gopal Yadav, accusing him of casteist remarks and

Doctor Stabs, Bludgeons Domestic Help To Death in Mount Kailash

Delhi dermatologist arrested after allegedly killing domestic help of 15 years; police examine depression and OCD treatment history.

One-Week Box Office Report Of Kangana Ranaut's Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata

With Cocktail 2 releasing today, it will be interesting to see if Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata can hold its ground at the box office.

BJP Lawmaker Accuses SP of Prioritizing Terrorists Over Youth and Farmers

Bagpat, June 19: BJP legislator Nand Kishore Gurjar has sharply criticized the Samajwadi Party (SP), accusing it of prioritizing terrorists over

Israel Strikes Lebanon as Hezbollah Clashes Threaten Iran-US Truce

Fresh Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon raise concerns over the newly signed Iran-US agreement aimed at ending regional hostilities

Thailand's "Trust Capital" a Potential Strategic Advantage Amid Global Realignment: NUS Business School Dean

As geopolitical tensions reshape global trade, supply chains and investment flows, Thailand's long-standing reputation as a trusted and neutr

'The Strait of Hormuz must not be used to choke the global economy again': US VP Vance

ICC Women's T20 World Cup: Prema Rawat To Replace Shreyanka Patil

Shreyanka Patil sustained an ankle injury while fielding during India's match against the Netherlands on Wednesday.

Get Dhoni As Mentor: 2007 T20 WC Winner Launches Scathing Attack On Gambhir

S Sreesanth launched a brutal attack on current head coach Gautam Gambhir and suggested that the national side should appoint a mentor in the mou

US benefits regardless of Irans next move: JD Vance

Nora Fatehi Shares Heartfelt Moment as Family Cheers for Her at FIFA World Cup 2026

The actress headlined the second FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony in Toronto, where she performed SIIR SIIR before an international audience.