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PM Starmer says Britain will ban under-16s from using range of social media apps

Freight charges for goods lorries hiked by 25% in Erode amid rise in diesel prices

Lorry owners allege they faced harassment from transport enforcement authorities in neighbouring States such as Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Kar

Northern Discom devises HYPER action plan to combat monsoon-linked power disruptions

Indian seafarers not to be deployed to conflict zones: DGS

DGS advisory comes days after the US strike on MT Settebello killing 3 Indians

ST wing of JD(S) stage protest in Shivamogga over inordinate delays in extending welfare benefits

TV actor Sanchita Ugale dies by suicide

Ugale also featured in some films, portraying the younger version of Tara Rani in the Vicky Kaushal-starrer historical drama Chhaava and made an

Watch: Migrant worker in custody after three-year-old girl dies of severe assault injuries

The tragic death of a three-year-old girl in Gummidipoondi, Tiruvallur district, has sparked widespread public outrage and a massive political ro

Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (June 15, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Heres the roundup for Monday, June 15, 2026

Higher-education online platform UNIVO ropes in Nitin Golani as CEO to focus on learner outcomes

With Golani's appointment, UNIVO aims to strengthen its position in online higher education through learner-focused programmes, university partne

Cong. govt. denying guarantee schemes to beneficiaries on flimsy grounds, alleges Vijayendra

Eight dead, 7 injured as van carrying pilgrims fell into well in Maharashtra

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announces compensation of 5 lakh to the families of the deceased.

Khan Sir got my brother murdered: Rival tutor Raushan Anand after bail from court in vandalism case

Mr. Khan, who could not be traced since an FIR was lodged against him upon the statement of one of his injured bodyguards that they had opened fi

Kakinada: Missing Toddler's Mother Pleads Against Negative Posts

In a video message, the mother said that remarks made by some people about her daughters disappearance were deeply painful. She requested people

Hyderabad Heroes Sumit Kumar Roy Becomes Most Expensive Player in Rugby Premier League Auction

New Delhi, June 15: Sumit Kumar Roy has emerged as the most expensive Indian player in the Rugby Premier League (RPL) Season 2 auction, with Hyde

Jammu and Kashmir Prepares for Muharram: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Reviews Arrangements

Srinagar, June 15: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a high-level meeting on Monday to review the preparations for Muharram in Jammu and Kashm

LinkedIn Backs AI-Ready Career Mentoring For 25,000 Karnataka Students

Rs 1.5 crore grant to support structured mentoring, career guidance and AI literacy initiatives for young learners

Six Injured In Wild Boar Attacks Across Odisha's Ganjam District

This is the first time we have witnessed a wild boar entering villages and attacking people, said a local resident. Villagers noted that wild boa

World Welcomes, Israel Rejects US-Iran Peace Deal

While most nations welcome the possible end of war in the region, Israel has dismissed the peace talks and has stated that we are not partners to

Commuters demand widening of No.1 Tollgate-Nochiyam road stretch

Astroguide for Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Tithi: Nija Jyeshta Shukla Vidiya till 12.54 am (Wednesday)

Life Imprisonment for Double Murder in Simdega, Jharkhand

Mumbai, June 15: In a significant ruling, the Principal District Judge Rajiv Kumar Sinha sentenced accused Naveen Bhengra to life imprisonment fo

Coracle rides in Baralikadu

Baralikadu, 70-kilometres from Coimbatore, promises a stimulating dip in river Bhavani, coracle ride and delicious greens foraged from the forest

Keshav Prasad Maurya Directs Immediate Action on Housing, Healthcare, and Illegal Construction Issues

Lucknow, June 15: Uttar Pradeshs Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya held a Janata Darshan event at his official residence on Monday. Duri

Delhi Couple Alleges IVF Embryo Mix-Up After DNA Test Shows No Genetic Link To Twins

FIR registered against fertility centre as couple claims their biological embryos were exchanged and given to another family

Lebanese Army warns residents of border villages to wait before returning

The army command emphasises the need to adhere to instructions of the deployed army units, in order to safeguard their safety from the risk of Is

Yatri Suvidha Divas celebrated at Tiruchi airport

A series of passenger - centric, environmental and cultural activies were carried out at the international airport involving the airport stakehol

No Change in Statehood Push After PM Meeting: Omar Abdullah

The Chief Minister highlighted that the demand for statehood is not merely a political stance but a reflection of widespread public sentiment

The Rearview Podcast | The Story of Indias dinosaurs | Part 1

In this episode, explore Indias dinosaur discoveries, from mistaken bones in Oxford to fossils unearthed by a thug-hunting captain.

Experts Welcome New Producer Price Index Framework to Strengthen Inflation Monitoring

New Delhi, June 15: Economists and industry experts have welcomed the governments implementation of the new Producer Price Index (PPI) framework.

Unscientific pruning, neglect threaten Thiruvananthapurams tree wealth

Several tree-lover groups in the city are lobbying ardently for the protection of old trees, primarily on social media,stressing their collective

Quote of the Day on Philosophy of Mind by William James: Whenever you're in conflict with someone, there is one factor that can make the difference between damaging your relationship and deepening it. That factor is... Learn a profound lesson on why attitude shapes relationships, resolves conflict, and transforms lives from the father of American psychology

Quote of the Day on Philosophy of Mind by William James: Known as the father of American psychology, William James understood that the mind shape

Delhi court takes cognisance of ED chargesheet, refuses bail to former RCom executive

The case stems from allegations that large sums raised through bank loans were diverted and routed through a nework of overseas subsidiaries and

West Bengal Government Ensures Welfare Schemes Reach Only Eligible Beneficiaries: Suvendu Adhikari

Kolkata, June 15: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced on Monday that the state government will ensure that welfare schemes bene

Petrol, diesel and LPG supply remains stable: Govt explains surge in retail fuel sales

Honor to Launch Budget Smartphone With Massive 10,000mAh Battery and 10,000-Nit Display!

Honor is reportedly developing a smartphone with a massive 10,000mAh battery and an ultra-bright 10,000-nit display. Here's what the latest leak

Call for Supreme Court Oversight in Ram Temple Donation Misuse Investigation

New Delhi, June 15: The issue surrounding the misuse of donations at the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya is escalating. Advocate Anoop Awasthi

AP Emerges as Growth Engine of Indias Economic Growth: Naidu

Naidu noted that while countries such as China took decades to achieve high economic growth, India is advancing at a much faster pace under the v

Britain wins appeal that Palestine Action ban was unlawful

Palestine Action, which had increasingly targeted Israel-linked defence companies in Britain with a particular focus on Israel's largest defence

Pakistan will host signing ceremony of peace deal between U.S. and Iran in Switzerland: PM Shehbaz

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif termed the deal between the U.S. and Iran as a historic milestone of peace, hailing the new dawn that emerged as af

Delhi man's new 3-ton AC fails to cool; consumer court orders full refund plus Rs 25,000 compensation

A Delhi consumer court has ordered Fujitsu General India to refund Rs 1.14 lakh to a customer whose 3-ton split AC failed to provide adequate coo

Term Insurance vs Life Insurance Policy: Which One Should You Choose in 2026?

Nitin Gadkari Inaugurates Northeast India Infrastructure Summit 2026 in Shillong

Shillong, June 15: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, inaugurated the Northeast India Infrastructure Summit and Exhib

Norway oil industry maintenance workers launch strike

The Norwegian Union of Energy Workers (SAFE) said 154 oil service workers would go on strike as of 10:00 am (0800 GMT) on Monday (June 15, 2026),

PM Modi and CM Yogi Fulfill Atal Bihari Vajpayees Dream, Says Dinesh Sharma

Lucknow, June 15: BJP Rajya Sabha MP Dinesh Sharma expressed his joy over the commencement of flights from Noida International Airport. He highli

'Vaccines even MORE HARMFUL than severe COVID!': Witness EXPLOSIVE CANCER risk claim shocks Senate

NHRC takes suo motu cognisance of Odisha womans 12-year social ostracisation, seeks report

Villagers reportedly did not extend support to her daughter in performing the womans last rites

Sanchita Ugale death reason: Actress Aanchal Khurana reveals shocking reality behind TV industry glamour, says 'no one knows what...'

Sanchita Ugale death reason: Actress Sanchita Ugale passed away at her Mumbai residence on June 15, 2026. The young performer, known for Kumkum B

Priyank Kharge Questions RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat on Legal Status and Financial Transparency

Bengaluru, June 15: Karnatakas Home Minister Priyank Kharge has penned an open letter to Mohan Bhagwat, the chief of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sa

594% revenue jump, a million missions: ideaForge's Ankit Mehta on powering India's drone story

Priyadarshini free bus travel scheme gets rousing start in Keralas Thrissur

Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala flags off district-level launch; he calls it a golden moment in Keralas history

Kolkata Municipal Corporation elections to be held in December: CM Suvendu Adhikari

Kolkata Municipal Corporation elections will be held by December this year. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari made the announcement. This follows t

Psychology says the parent who packs snacks for everyone isnt controlling; theyre preventing distress before it starts, because care often becomes practical in people who learned to scan ahead

Many families have a person who prepares for every eventuality. This proactive approach, often seen as cautious, is rooted in caregiving psycholo

Stock markets sprint for second day as oil price drop, U.S.-Iran peace deal boost investor sentiment

NSE Nifty surged 231 points, or 0.98%, to end at 23,853.90, the Sensex jumped 736.38 points, or 0.97%, to settle at 76,264.33, rising for the sec

Nationalist Citizens Party of India Gains Momentum with Rebel TMC MPs

New Delhi, June 15: A political party that was relatively unknown until the weekend has gained attention following a social media post on Monday.

Rupee rises 47 paise to settle at 94.71 against U.S. dollar

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, was trading lower by 4.97% at $82.99 per barrel in futures trade

Psychology says adults who look up restaurant menus before meeting friends arent fussy; theyre lowering cognitive load before connection begins, because too many small unknowns can drain social energy

Checking restaurant menus beforehand is not fussiness but a smart way to manage mental energy. Social gatherings demand attention for conversatio

Kannur Crime Branch nabs notorious vehicle thief after 22 years

The accused, identified as Baldev Singh (60), a native of Ghodi in Palwal district of Haryana, is wanted in several vehicle theft cases across no

Relief for Akali Dal Leader Majithia as Amritsar Court Grants Anticipatory Bail

Amritsar, June 15: An Amritsar district court granted anticipatory bail to Bikram Singh Majithia, a leader of the Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal), an

Global drugmakers rush to boost US presence as tariff threat looms

Global drug companies are boosting U.S. production and stockpiling medicines. This is a response to potential tariffs on branded drugs. Companies

Tesla presented misleading 'Full Self-Driving' safety data to European regulators

In a bold move to secure European approval for its Full Self-Driving technology, Tesla has shared crucial safety data with Swedish and Dutch regu

Public Concerns Take Centre Stage at Prajavani in Cyberabad

A total of 97 grievances were received across various departments for further examination

Chandrababu Naidu Seeks Singapore Cooperation For Development of Technology, Infrastructure

The CM also sought Singapore's partnership in development of various cities along with Amaravati, improvement of urban governance, town planning

Foo Fighters To Perform in India in January 2027

After 31 years as a band, we can't wait to finally play for our fans in India! It's taken a few years but we promise it'll be worth the wait, Dav

Psychology says people who reread instructions twice before starting something arent slow: Theyre protecting confidence with clarity, because the mind relaxes when the next step feels certain

Countless folks find it beneficial to double-check the instructions prior to embarking on a task. Rather than signaling doubt, this action reveal

Scattered Opinion: Top Court Halts High Courts' Transgender Law Proceedings

The Centre sought the clubbing of petitions pending before various high courts challenging the constitutional validity of the Transgender Persons

Ichigo Ichie: The ancient Japanese philosophy that can help you build deeper connections on a first date

Ichigo Ichie: In a world of endless swiping, unread messages and the constant search for someone etter, an old Japanese philosophy is finding ne

Seven-year-old dies of Shigella in Kerala; death toll rises to four

With the latest death, the number of fatalities linked to the bacterial infection in Kerala has risen to four in 2026. Health department data sho

Psychology says people who keep birthday reminders weeks early arent obsessive; theyre protecting closeness from the friction of modern distraction, because remembering on purpose is one way adults stay close

In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, keeping track of significant dates can easily slip our minds. Studies in psychology highlight that uti

Shocking Murder of Garage Owner in Jharkhands Khunti District

Mumbai, June 15: In a shocking incident from Khunti district of Jharkhand, a motorcycle garage owner, Radheshyam Sahu, also known as Radhe Mistry

Heat and Health: What you need to know

The webinar will focuses on the growing health risks associated with rising temperatures and prolonged heat exposure, which are becoming an incre

RSS must register, pay taxes: Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge writes to Mohan Bhagwat

Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge has urged RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat to disclose the organization's legal status, finances, and tax complianc

No Covid, yet Rs 3.71 lakh hospital bill: Gujarat man's insurance paid only Rs 1.78 lakh, deducting Rs 1.64 lakh; Then court delivered justice

A Gujarat consumer commission ordered a hospital and doctor to refund Rs 1.64 lakh to a patient. The patient was wrongly billed under a Covid-19

Excessive Power Load in Homes Could Lead to Summer Electricity Cuts, Experts Warn

New Delhi, June 15: As temperatures rise, complaints about sudden power outages increase in various areas. While the first blame often falls on e

International Yoga Day 2026: Main event to be held in Kolkata on June 21; PM to lead

Union Minister for Ayush said 2026's theme, Yoga for Healthy Ageing, highlights the role of yoga in promoting physical health, mental well-being

Shigella toll rises in Kerala: Seven-year-old fourth victim this year

A seven-year-old boy in Kerala's Malappuram district has succumbed to Shigella infection, marking the state's fourth fatality from the disease th

6.2-magnitude quake strikes off southern Philippines: USGS

The quake hit off the coast of Mindanao island at 5:18 p.m. (0918 GMT) at a depth of 112 kilometres (69.5 miles), the USGS reported; no tsunami w

USTR team to visit India next week as trade pact; preferential tariff treatment on focus

A US trade delegation is set to visit India next week for crucial talks on a proposed trade agreement, following recent negotiations. Discussions

Climate change, social isolation heighten risks for elderly: HelpAge India study

78% of respondents had experienced at least one climate-related hazard in the last three years, with heatwave (45%), flood (27%) and drought (20%

Power shutdown in parts of Tiruchi on June 16

Water level in Mettur Dam stands at 79.31 feet

Amazon India unveils new AI-powered seller tools

The new AI tools directed at the Indian sellers on Amazon is aimed at helping them achieve better efficiency and also get access to global market

Heatwave alert for seven Telangana districts, thunderstorm forecast in 10 districts on June 16

Slovakias PM Praises Indias Progress in Digitalization and AI

Bratislava, June 15: Slovakias Prime Minister Robert Fico commended Indias economic advancements and achievements in digitalization and artificia

Another Western Disturbance may affect region from June 18: IMD after Delhi rain

We are the largest parliamentary force from West Bengal: NCPI in a social media post

20 rebel MPs of Trinamool Congress have announced their decision to merge with NCPI. The MPs met the Speaker of Lok Sabha Om Birla in Delhi on Su

Gwalior Jail Superintendent Faces Blackmail Attempt via WhatsApp Calls

Gwalior, June 15: A serious case of blackmail has emerged involving the superintendent of Gwalior Central Jail, Vidit Sarvaiya. He reported that

Lingayat associations oppose Kaneri mutt seer visit to Vijayapura for Hindutva convention

Warn of protest citing charge of insulting fellow seers, misusing Basavannas name to propagate Hindutva

Congress, BRS, MIM parties enabling illegal infiltrators in voter lists: BJP Telangana chief

If BJP benefited in West Bengal because of SIR, how did UDF win in Kerala, questions BJP Telangana president Ramchander Rao

Anant Singh and Gunjun Singh Granted Anticipatory Bail in Gopalganj Arms Case

Patna, June 15: The Special MP-MLA Court in Gopalganj granted anticipatory bail to Anant Singh and Bhojpuri singer Gunjun Singh on Monday. This h

Punjab: Kejriwal, CM Mann hold roadshow in Sohna village; AAP chief appeals for continued mandate

AAP national convener credited divine intervention for the party's rise in the state and lauded the performance of the current administration.