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TamilNadu Civil Supplies Corporations fiscal risk differs from other PSUs: White Paper

Host biology drives malaria treatment failures, reveals RGCB study

The study suggests that targeting host-parasite interactions could improve treatment efficacy and reduce relapses, particularly in vulnerable gro

Revised social security pact with U.K. could save $500 million for Indian firms and workers

According to sources, India is also happy that its concerns have been addressed regarding the U.K.s recent steel tariff announcements, which had

Stock markets end higher for fifth day in a row on lower crude prices, optimism over U.S.-Iran peace deal

The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 254.36 points, or 0.33%, to settle at 77,409.98; Nifty edged higher by 82.30 points, or 0.34% to end at 24,168

Daily Quiz | On events that happened on June 18

Here is a quiz on significant events that occurred on June 18

Central zone police crackdown on two-wheelers riders for driving without helmets, book 1.48 lakh cases in one month

Tiruchi district has the dubious distinction of accounting for highest number of 28,738 cases against two-wheeler riders; 6,800 cases of drinking

Andhra photographers global honour shines light on Indias documentary tradition

Australian Photographic Society awarded him for his series Risk as Job: The Daily Saga of Artisanal Coal Miners in May this year

AI in finance: The new divide is between routine skills and strategic thinking

Haj 2026 Declared Most Successful Journey, India Receives Two Awards: Rijiju

New Delhi, June 18: Union Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju has hailed Haj 2026 as the most successful pilgrimage to date, noting that t

India Among Largest Cloud Native Communities with 2.25 M Developers: Report

Approximately half of professional AI developers in India are cloud native, highlighting the growing role of cloud native infrastructure in suppo

Certain elements want to keep Manipur burning: CM Khemchand Singh

Addressing a programme in his Assembly constituency in Imphal West district, he says the continuing violence has affected developmental activitie

Political Turmoil Ahead: OP Rajbhar Predicts Split in SP and Praises PM Modis Global Role

Azamgarh, June 18: Om Prakash Rajbhar, a minister in the Uttar Pradesh government and the national president of the Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Part

No Room for Error in NEET Exam, Candidates Urged to Approach with Confidence: CM Dhami

Dehradun, June 18: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami held a cabinet meeting in Dehradun on Thursday, discussing several significant

Petition to CM Vijay seeks protection of livelihoods of 7,000 fisherwomen from Mamallan Reservoir impact

In a representation, the association said fisherfolk from more than 16 villages depend on the coastal wetlands and backwaters in the project area

Madras High Court refuses to grant relief to MBBS student whose college fees was seized by NIA

Chief Justices Bench says the medical student cannot assert an equitable right to benefit from the fruits of a crime

Anatomy of a genocide: how it feels to live amid death and ruins in Gaza

In two years of Israels assault on Gaza after Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, more than 65,000 Palestinians have been killed, many of them women

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, pavin

US News Outlets Question Trumps Narrative on Iran Deal

But Trump's return to the United States on Thursday is set to bring him back to reality, with a barrage of criticism expected from both opponents

Coempt says systems remain secure amid CBSE OSM controversy

Former MD of Anil Ambani group Sateesh Seth sent to 14-day judicial custody in PMLA case

Court lets Sateesh Seth to carry his glasses and medicines while in jail and directs jail authorities to take an appropriate decision regarding h

Preity Zinta Takes Legal Action Against AI-Generated Fake Images

Mumbai, June 18: In the evolving digital landscape, actress Preity Zinta has approached the Bombay High Court regarding the misuse of artificial

20,876 kg of ganja worth 20 crore destroyed in Anakapalli; ASR cultivation wiped out, says IG

Officials said ASR districts ganja cultivation, 7,515 acres in 2021-22, had been wiped out by January 2026 through drone surveillance and alterna

Burmese pythons in Florida are changing Everglades in a surprising way: Study reveals giant snakes are spreading seeds

Burmese pythons in Florida's Everglades are now understood to be indirectly spreading plant seeds by consuming birds and mammals that eat fruit.

Governors address: T.N. govt. vows to oppose new Mullaperiyar dam proposal, take steps to halt Mekedatu

The Governor, in his address to the House, also said that to improve the administration of the States historic spiritual temples, the government

Punjab Government Addresses Controversial Video Allegations

Mumbai, June 18: Political tensions have escalated in Punjab following the emergence of a controversial video allegedly involving Chief Minister

Watch: BCCI wants Vaibhavs parents on tour to ease him into senior team environment: Saikia

Food Minister Pralhad Joshi launches smart warehousing system of CWC

Union Food Minister Pralhad Joshi launched the Central Warehousing Corporations' (CWC) smart warehousing system, utilizing AI and modern technolo

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 a

Kerala Health department failed to prevent disease outbreaks: BJP MLA B.B. Gopakumar

U.S. will restart military action, reimpose blockade if Iran does not fulfill commitments, Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth says

The United States is prepared to resume military action and reinstate a blockade against Iran. This action will be taken if Iran does not fulfill

'Victory and joy say Iranians, after signing of interim ceasefire agreement with US

Electronics Manufacturing Emerges as Indias Third Largest Export Category, Says Ashwini Vaishnaw

New Delhi, June 18: Union Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that electronics manufacturing has now becom

Psychology says people who dip their cookies in tea or coffee are not being childish: Why small rituals help the brain slow down and feel comforted

Psychology suggests that adults who dip cookies into tea or coffee are rarely being childish. More often, they are creating a small ritual of com

Deputy CM Diya Kumari Hits Back at Rahul Gandhi Over Paper Leak Controversy

Jaipur, June 18: Political tensions are rising in Rajasthan over the issues of paper leaks and the education system. Following a program led by C

SBI Recruitment 2026: 1,500 Probationary Officer Positions Available, Apply by July 8

New Delhi, June 18: A golden opportunity has emerged for youth aspiring to work in the countrys largest bank. The State Bank of India (SBI) has a

TN Guv Expresses Satisfaction Over Uninterrupted Assembly Address After 3 Years

This is also the first session of the newly formed Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam government under Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay

Telegram did not take proactive measure against illegal, suspicious channels: Centre tells Delhi HC

In Telegram, one account can create 40 bots. In WhatsApp, its one bot per user, the government submission said; submits list of action taken agai

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

Top Trading Apps in India 2026: Why Kotak Neo Leads the Market

The right platform does not just execute your trades- it aligns with how one thinks about investing.

'National Defectors Alliance' Will Not Get 2/3rd Majority : Jairam Ramesh

The Congress leader accused Amit Shah of orchestrating defections as a response to that humiliation when he failed in getting the delimitation bi

TCA Issues Notice to Vijay Deverakonda for Promoting TG20

The notice states that the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) is conducting business with corporate companies without BCCI approval

Police Busts Human Trafficking Ring, Rescues Five Newborns

New Delhi, June 18: The Delhi Police has uncovered an interstate human trafficking ring involved in the illegal trade of newborns. Thirteen indiv

NEET-UG Re-Exam: Pradhan Assesses Readiness; Stresses Fair, Transparent Conduct

The NEET-UG for admissions into medical courses took place on May 3 this year but the NTA cancelled it on May 12 amid allegations of a paper leak

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to Visit India for BRICS NSA Meeting

Mumbai, June 18: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will arrive in India on June 22 for a two-day visit. He will participate in the 16th meeting of

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 discu

First Women Officers Of Indian Navy Awarded The Shaurya Chakra

Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A became the first women officers in Indian Naval history to be conferred with Shaurya Chakras.

Japanese Saying of the Day: Even a dog won't interfere in a married couple's quarrel Life lessons on conflict, marriage, boundaries, communication and forgiveness

Japanese saying of the day Even a dog won't interfere in a married couple's quarrel explores timeless lessons about marriage, conflict, communica

Over one-third of entry-level tasks in India done by AI, finds Cognizant-Pearson study

AI is now performing nearly 37% of entry-level tasks in India, exceeding the global average. HR leaders anticipate entry-level roles will evolve

Lokesh Cites Pranab Mukherjee to Counter Congress on Delimitation

Lokesh has defended the proposal to increase the strength of the Lok Sabha while maintaining states' existing share of seats

Minister Sarang Criticizes Congress for Targeting NSUI District Presidents

Bhopal, June 18: Minister Vishwas Sarang of the Madhya Pradesh government has responded to the notices issued by the state Congress Committee to

Centre may issue nearly 3 crore more ration cards after states delete ineligible entries: Union Food Minister Pralhad Joshi

Union Food Minister Pralhad Joshi announced that approximately 3 crore new ration cards can be issued. This follows state governments removing 2.

How Iran and US Stand to Benefit From Their New Agreement: Key Takeaways

Iran and the US will enter a 60-day period of negotiations, and hanging over them will be the question of whether US President Donald Trump can w

Moroccan proverb of the day on love: 'Only the one burned by the ember of love...' Ancient wisdom that teaches powerful lessons about love, heartbreak & human understanding

Moroccan proverb of the day on love: A Moroccan proverb reminds us that only those who have felt the heat of love can truly understand its impact

Watch: The multi cornered fight for Punjab | Talking Politics

Punjab goes to polls next year along with a few other States. Suddenly, all parties in the fray have become very active in the political field. W

Delhi Court Sends Former Reliance Official Satish Seth to 14-Day Judicial Custody

New Delhi, June 18: A court in Dwarka has ordered former Reliance Group official Satish Seth to be held in judicial custody for 14 days. This dec

How Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) is ensure clean fuel for beneficiaries - explained

Launched in 2016, the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana in India has been a game changer for countless low-income households seeking cleaner cooking

Doctor arrested for bludgeoning, stabbing domestic help to death in south Delhi's Mount Kailash

A 45-year-old woman was found dead on a terrace in South Delhi. Police arrested a doctor, Manish Gupta, who allegedly killed her with a bat and k

Ponnam Reviews RTCs Performance During 30 Months of Public Governance

The Minister stated that between 2023-26, the State government had purchased 2,815 new buses with an expenditure of Rs.1,078 crore

Trump Slams Critics of Iran Deal, Calls Them Jealous and Stupid

US President defends the agreement to end the Middle East war amid criticism over concessions made to Tehran.

West Bengal Governor Expresses Concerns Over Demographic Changes Due to Infiltration

Kolkata, June 18: West Bengal Governor R.N. Ravi praised Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikaris efforts during the budget session on Thursday. He noted

'We in the West got it wrong': PM Modi's gifted jacket wins over global leaders at G7

6500 litres of fake ghee found by food regulator during a raid in Delhi and Haryana

FSSAI busted an inter-state counterfeit ghee racket, seizing over 6,500 litres of suspected adulterated products and raw materials in Delhi and H

Seven More Arrested in Falta Police Station Attack; Search Intensifies for Jahangir Khans Wife

Kolkata, June 18: Police have arrested seven additional individuals in connection with the attack on the Falta police station in South 24 Pargana

Kafir screenshot case: court extends deadline to submit report

The case involves the alleged circulation of a fake screenshot during the Vadakara Lok Sabha election labelling Left Democratic Front candidate K

Watch: Nainar Nagenthran says Governors address overlooked law and order issues in Tamil Nadu

CBSE Class 10 Second Board Result 2026 date and time: When will the board announce results at cbseresults.nic.in? Check the latest update here

The CBSE Class 10 Second Board Exam Result 2026 is anticipated soon, with media reports suggesting a release in the last week of June. While an o

Iranian missiles are only for firing: Tehran says defence capabilities not part of talks with U.S.

Our missiles do not like at all to be talked about by anyone, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said in an interview with Iranian stat

UAE Announces Social Media Ban For Children Under 15

The United Arab Emirates announced a social media ban for children under 15 on Thursday, joining a growing group of countries including Australia

AI Takes On More Than a Third of Entry-Level Work in India, New Study Shows

The study found that entry-level roles are evolving as organisations move from task execution toward working alongside AI systems

Rahul Gandhis Advocacy for Youth Issues Gains Support from Rajasthan Congress Leaders

Bundi, June 18: Rajasthan Congress President Govind Singh Dotasra and Leader of Opposition in the Assembly, Tikaram Julie, have made serious alle

ED Arrests Former Minister Karumiri's Son Sunil in AP Liquor Scam

The arrest was made in Hyderabad as part of the ongoing investigation into alleged irregularities in the liquor scam. F

T.N. Assembly to pass resolution demanding States due share of financial devolution: Governor Arlekar

CDS General N.S. Raja Subramani Visits Western Naval Command, Praises Naval Personnels Commitment

New Delhi, June 18: Indias third Chief of Defense Staff (CDS), General N.S. Raja Subramani, visited the Western Naval Command on Thursday to revi

UAE Bans Social Media Accounts for Children Under 15

The United Arab Emirates joins a growing list of countries imposing age-based restrictions on social media access for minors.

Opinion: Trump's Iran War: Was It Worth It?

Why India's New Data Law Is A Costly Wake-Up Call

DPDP Act: A startup spending Rs 1-2 crore annually could see operational costs rise by an additional Rs 20-40 lakh, as per experts.

FIFA World Cup: Portugal coach defends playing Cristiano Ronaldo for full 90 minutes in draw with DR Congo

It makes no sense to get the best goal scorer in world football out in a game that you need goals, Martinez said

WBJEE 2026 Results Out: Shaswat Banerjee Tops, Rank Cards Available From 4 PM

WBJEE 2026 Results Out: Shaswat Banerjee secured the top position in the General Merit Rank (GMR) list. Souridho Mondal and Umang Bhut claimed th

Inside the Telegram Block Row: What Happened in the Days Before

Telegram has challenged the ban by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government in the Delhi High Court

DMK Files Complaint Over Allegedly Defamatory Post Against Stalin on X

Party seeks police and cybercrime action against a social media account accused of spreading false and offensive content targeting the former Tam

Govt plans financial aid for contractors to provide temporary homes to labourers at project sites

Housing Minister Manohar Lal Khattar announced plans to financially assist contractors for temporary labourer housing at project sites, funded by

Tamil Nadu Governors walkout from Assembly: Data discrepancies in Lok Bhavan statement

Many reasons stated were wrong or the data was cherry-picked

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 allegatio

Festive gifts: Good health and self care

This festive season, choose a gifting experience that encourages self care, wellness, good health, and a natural glow

Parag Tyagi Remembers Late Wife Shefali Jariwala on First Death Anniversary

Mumbai, June 18: Actor Parag Tyagi has shared an emotional tribute to his late wife, actress Shefali Jariwala, on her first death anniversary. In

Powerful El Nino To Impact Global Weather Through 2027, Scientists Warn

Scientists classify a strong El Nino when temperatures in the Nino 3.4 region rise between 1.5C and 1.9C above average, while anomalies above 2C

Efforts on to improve passenger amenities at Surathkal Railway Station, Captain Brijesh Chowta

The MP inspected platform shelter and platform surface development work at the station

Indian Government Approves 8.25% Interest Rate for EPF Subscribers in FY26

New Delhi, June 18: The Indian government has approved an interest rate of 8.25% on Employees Provident Fund (EPF) deposits for the financial yea

Gold, Silver Prices Fall Sharply in Futures Trade Amid Weak Demand

Precious metals decline on MCX as investors trim positions, with gold down Rs 1,593 and silver plunging Rs 6,057.

Promised shipping jobs, took Rs 1.73 crore: 8 booked in Navi Mumbai scam

A case has been registered by Thane Police against eight suspects, including owners and personnel from a shipping firm, for allegedly conning 75