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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

UN Report Warns of Severe Hunger Crisis in 13 Countries

Rome, June 18: The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Food Programme (WFP) have issued a warning about severe f

Ex-Bengal Minister Aroop Biswas Grilled in Messi Event Irregularities Probe

The TMC leader was seen leaving the police station premises around 1.15 pm in a vehicle sporting dark tinted glasses

West Bengal moves Supreme Court against early release of 1993 Bowbazar blast convict

In a judgment delivered on June 5, the High Court directed Rashid Khans premature release, holding that the period of incarceration already under

T.N. Governors address: TVK govt. to establish Investor Promotion Commission to fast-track approvals for companies

In his address, the Governor said the government is firm that industries must grow and workers must thrive in order to achieve the target set by

India as a Global Inspiration in AI, Says Piyush Goyal

New Delhi, June 18: Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal stated on Thursday that India serves as an inspiring example for the world.

Escalating cost of fresh fish upends ordinary household budgets

With the seasonal trawling ban in place, most of the daily catch comes from traditional fishing boats, including plank-built catamarans and dingh

RGCB scientists uncover new mechanism behind malaria parasites drug resistance

When malaria parasites infect reticulocytes, they gain access to this protective environment, allowing them to grow faster and better tolerate ox

Sea Cadet Corps invites applications for 2026 batch

Children aged 10 to 12, studying in Classes V to VII, can collect forms at the INS Circars swimming pool on June 20

Three Police Officers Suspended After Viral Video of Bihar Encounter

Patna, June 18: A viral video showing a police operation in Bilauti village, Bhojpur district, has prompted departmental action against three pol

Socioeconomic disparities could be major predictors of antimicrobial resistance: Study

The researchers were thus able to forecast the resistance threats most likely to grow by 2050, specifically 210 pathogen-specific traits and key

Qatar government sends 1,000 fans on fully paid World Cup trip to support their national team

The Qatari fans descended on Vancouver via jets chartered by the Emir of Qatar ahead of the teams match against Canada

Avengers: Doomsday Won't Be a Let Down After Endgame, Says Robert Downey Jr.

Downey also expressed gratitude for the opportunity to return to the Marvel universe.

Sanjay Raut does it again: Hurls abuses at rebel MPs who skipped Uddhav's key meeting

India-UK Trade Deal To Offer Export Benefits From Day-One: Govt

Steel issues addressed; The agreement is expected to provide an additional tariff advantage of 7-10 per cent to Indian exporters, bringing India

Maharashtra Minister Claims Six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs Form Separate Faction

Mumbai, June 18: Amid ongoing discussions regarding Operation Tiger in Maharashtra, state government minister Sanjay Shirsat has made a significa

Police Raid Adulterated Paneer Units in Hyderabad, 825 kg Seized

Authorities revealed that traders were preparing paneer using starch, non-milk fats, synthetic milk, and other substandard materials. Action is b

All Eyes on Kerala Budget as UDF Faces Tough Financial Choices

The Budget is being keenly watched to see whether it includes any of the five Indira Guarantees promised by the UDF during the Assembly election

T.N. Assembly: Governor Arlekar hails rendering of National Anthem twice, calls it dawn of a new era

It brings immense satisfaction that, after a hiatus of three years, the Governors address was read in its entirety within the House without any d

Investors brace for less predictable Fed as Warsh rewrites playbook

Kevin Warsh's first Federal Reserve meeting as chair saw interest rates held steady, but a shift away from forward guidance blindsided traders. N

Banning Telegram will not stop paper leaks: Kejriwal

Arvind Kejriwal asserted that banning the messaging platform was not the solution to the problem and claimed that the authorities were not seriou

Tata Motors Raises Commercial Vehicle Prices by Up to 2.5% Effective July 1

New Delhi, June 18: Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles (TMCV) has announced a price increase of up to 2.5% for its commercial vehicles, effective fr

Kumari Jayawardena Feminist Archive launched

Aims to curate the globally renownedSri Lankanscholar-activists writingsspanninghalf a century

Italian Saying of the Day: The wisdom behind 'He who does things by himself, does the work of three'

The Italian proverb Chi fa da s, fa per tre teaches the value of self-reliance and initiative. Meaning He who does things by himself, does the wo

India weighs extending 40-product import duty exemption beyond June 30 amid West Asia tensions

The government will decide on extending import duty exemptions for 40 products after June 30. This decision hinges on the evolving situation in W

India treads cautiously as Trump seeks fresh start with PM Modi

US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi struck a friendly tone during their first face-to-face meeting in over a year, with Tr

India-UK trade deal to offer export benefits from day-one; steel issues addressed: Govt Sources

The landmark India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) will come into force from July 15, 2026, with the government working to e

Rs 50 crore each? Meet 6 MPs who could decide the fate of Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena

Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) faces a potential major split as at least six of its nine Lok Sabha MPs are reportedly forming a separate grou

Voting Concludes for Two Rajya Sabha Seats in Jharkhand, Both Sides Confident of Victory

Ranchi, June 18: Voting for two Rajya Sabha seats from Jharkhand was completed peacefully on Thursday. All eyes are now on the counting and resul

Telangana EAGLE Team Daring Operation Results in Seizure of 500 Kg Ganja

The accused managed to escape in the jungle but 90 packets weighing five kgs each and 25 packets weighing two kgs each were recovered after seizi

'Tamil Nadu strongly opposes NEP': Governor urges Centre to drop three-language formula in inaugural address

'Tamil Nadu will continue its two-language policy': Governor reiterates stand in inaugural address, reaffirms opposition to NEP'Tamil Nadu will c

Sara Arjuns Birthday: A look into her family, father, and her journey from child star to Dhurandhar fame

Actress Sara Arjun, celebrating her 21st birthday on June 18, 2026, has established herself in Bollywood with her role in the Dhurandhar franchis

Pentagon chief lashes out at NATO allies and announces a review of US forces in Europe

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a six-month Pentagon review of American forces in Europe, contingent on allies taking greater respons

Central Forces Deployment Reduced in West Bengal Following Law and Order Improvements

Kolkata, June 18: The central government has significantly reduced the number of central security forces deployed in West Bengal, citing improvem

Kerala Lottery Karunya Plus KN-628 result out today (18-06-2026); check Rs 1 crore prize winning number and full list here

Kerala lottery results today: Kerala Lottery Karunya Plus KN-628 results for Thursday, 18 June 2026, have been officially declared. Ticket holder

FIFA World Cup: Mexican military brings down drone near South Korea's training camp, coach calls it unfortunate

Military forces used specialised equipment to detect an unregistered drone near the South Korean camp, prompting them to neutralise it

Newton Called a Pilot, Wheat Labeled as Rice: 1,678 Shocking Blunders Reported in Odisha School Books

Odisha government identifies 1,678 errors in SCERT textbooks, including factual mistakes like Newton being called a pilot. CM orders high-level p

Assams Chief Minister Urges Youth to Prepare for Future Job Market

Guwahati, June 18: Assams Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has called on students and job-seeking youth to plan their careers with the future j

India to allow import of 3.78 lakh UK cars at concessional duty in first 15 years of trade pact

India will allow imports of up to 3.78 lakh conventional-engine passenger cars from the UK at concessional duties under a new trade pact starting

BCCI wants Vaibhav's parents on tour to ease him into senior team environment: Saikia

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed parents will accompany 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi on Ireland and England tour. This decision aims t

Ukraine hits Moscow oil refinery, disrupting commercial flights in major drone attack

The attack comes as President Vladimir Putin is in Kazan, 700 km east of Moscow, hosting leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations as

Major US-Iran Deal: $300 Billion Funding and Ceasefire Agreement Signed

Washington, June 18: A significant agreement was signed on Thursday to end months of conflict and tension between the United States and Iran. The

Andhra Man Arrested in Raichur Burglary; Stolen Gold Worth 7.2 Lakh Recovered

The accused, identified as Govindarajulu Dommara (39), a resident of Alur in Andhra Pradeshs Kurnool district, was taken into custody by a specia

US Ambassador Sergio Gor calls on Amit Shah

US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah to bolster cooperation against terrorism, drug trafficking, and border

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W. Bengal : Egg Price Hike After Popular 'Egg Therapy' For Politicians

Currently whole sale eggs rate per crate (225 pieces) rises from rupees 1180 to rupees 1430 in West Bengal.

FSSAI Issues Directive to Food Businesses: Ban on Rusty Knives

New Delhi, June 18: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) announced on Thursday that it has issued a directive to food busines

Can Luigi Mangione Use Mental Health Defence in CEO Murder Trial?

Mangione is accused of fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a hotel in Midtown in December 2024

Rapid rail between Lucknow and Kanpur, outer ring road planned for State Capital Region: Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced significant development plans for Unnao. A rapid rail corridor connecting Lucknow and Kanp

Rivals in Bengal, Allies in Parliament: BJP's Tactical Distance From TMC Rebels

The BJP is cautious of the public angst towards TMC leaders being transmitted to itself in case of a merger.

Anand Mahindra couldn't stop watching this 15-cent cigarette lighter video; What it revealed holds lessons for building the next Apple or Tesla in India

Anand Mahindra says a 15-cent disposable lighter made in China's Shaodong manufacturing hub offers a valuable lesson in industrial competitivenes

Calcutta HC refuses to stay Rebel Ritabrata Banerjee's appointment as LoP, briefs Kalyan Banerjee

Greed is not good

Both vulnerable, South deals

Keralas Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan to Present First Budget Amid Financial Challenges

Thiruvananthapuram, June 18: A significant moment in Keralas political and financial history is set to unfold on Friday when Chief Minister V.D.

Informal Cabinet Meet at Secretariat; Telangana Moves Towards Digital Cabinet

The meeting is focusing on the release of Rythu Bharosa funds, recent political developments, and strategies to mount pressure on the Centre for

Warner Bros. Acquires Rights to Tahereh Mafis Bestselling Series Shatter Me

Tahereh Mafi confirmed on Instagram that Warner Bros had acquired the rights to her dystopian fantasy book series Shatter Me.

The 'Indo' exit: Pentagon's PACOM reset raises questions about India's place in Trump's Asia calculus

Washington's decision to rename the US Indo-Pacific Command back to Pacific Command has sparked debate over India's strategic importance. Despite

Samajwadi Party Hits Back at Keshav Mauryas Comments Amid Election Speculations

Lucknow, June 18: Leaders from the Samajwadi Party (SP) have retaliated against remarks made by Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya. They

AR Rahman Laughs Off Post Mocking 'Anti-National' Comment on Main Vaapas Aaunga

Rahman shared a screenshot of the satirical post on his Instagram Stories and reacted with a laughing emoji.

El Nino fear pushes farmers in Srikakulam and Vizianagaram towards water-saving paddy methods

Farmers in Andhra Pradesh's Srikakulam and Vizianagaram districts are shifting to water-saving rice farming techniques. Facing potential El Nino

Khecheopalri Lake: This crystal-clear waters body in Sikkim is considered as a wishing lake where footprint of the Goddess Tara or Lord Shiva exists

Nestled in West Sikkim, Khecheopalri Lake, known as the Wishing Lake, is a sacred site for Buddhists and Hindus, believed to grant wishes. Its un

Telanganas EAGLE force tracks drug smugglers through Odisha forests, seizes 500 kg marijuana

Acting on specific intelligence, a patrol team led by Sub-Inspector of Police K. Ravi Prasad tracked the vehicle for nearly 80 km in the night-lo

Sea-skimming, terrain-hugging, precision-guided: Inside India's new LRLACM cruise missile

India successfully tested its Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM), a stealthy weapon designed for precision strikes hundreds of kilome

Trump Claims Historic Success with Iran Deal

Udaipur, June 18: U.S. President Donald Trump described the agreement with Iran as a historic diplomatic achievement during a press conference fo

Trump says Apple to work with Intel to manufacture chips in U.S.

Trump said in a Truth Social post that Apple had agreed to work with Intel to design and build its chips in the United States

Security Controversy Surrounds Mamata Banerjee as Political Reactions Intensify

Kolkata, June 18: The security controversy surrounding West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has sparked significant reactions from various

Watch: Watch: TN Governor Rajendra Arlekars complete speech in TN Assembly

Watch the complete speech of Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly.

As long as Im President, India has a great friend in the White House: Trump

Trump claims US can retrieve military equipment left behind in Afghanistan

Sanjay Raut Issues Stern Warning Amid Speculations of Split in Shiv Sena (UBT)

New Delhi, June 18: Speculations of a potential rift within the Shiv Sena (UBT) have surfaced in Maharashtra. Amid these concerns, party leaders

If India is attacked and Modi is the leader, we are going to help: Trump on India-US defence ties

Indigenous people's way of life holds key to peace in a war-torn world: President Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu stated that indigenous people's connection with nature offers peace. Their traditions of worshipping earth and trees emb

Explained | The kafir screenshot case in Kerala

The screenshot came into the public domain on the eve of the general elections in the Vadakara constituency

How India sparred with Telegram days ahead of blocking the app

India's ban on Telegram stemmed from a dispute over alleged NEET exam paper leaks, with the government accusing the messaging platform of failing

Telangana Governments Mission to Transform Hyderabad into an Eco-Friendly City

Mumbai, June 18: Telangana Chief Minister Revant Reddy announced on Thursday that his government is on a mission to transform Hyderabad into an e

Bengaluru man's magic! In just 24 hours, he revives a forgotten pond; Now it holds twice the water and attracts Kingfishers, Herons & more

A dried-up Bengaluru pond, Bikkanahalli Kunte, has been revived in just 24 hours by environmentalist Gurunandan Rao and volunteers. After months

Satire | Why is India not in the World Cup?

Our inevitable absence at the football tournament defies our greatness

Laid off one day, salary doubled the next: This employees 70K to 1.58 lakh jump feels unrealinternet reacts

After 4.5 years at INR 70k, an employee was unexpectedly laid off. The same day, they received a WFH job offer paying INR 1.58 lakhs monthly in U

Calcutta High Court Upholds Speakers Decision on Ritabrata Banerjee as Opposition Leader

Kolkata, June 18: In a significant ruling amidst ongoing political turmoil in West Bengal, the Calcutta High Court has upheld a crucial decision

Punjab Police Busts Arms Smuggling Gang, Eight Arrested

Chandigarh, June 18: Punjab Police has successfully dismantled an organized gang involved in the smuggling of illegal arms across the border, arr

Delhi Launches 42 Welfare Camps to Address Public Issues Until June 20

New Delhi, June 18: Delhis Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the launch of a three-day Welfare Camp to commemorate Prime Minister Narendra Mod

Congress Makes Significant Changes Ahead of Maharashtra MLC Elections, Atul Londhe Claims Focus on Issues

Nagpur, June 18: Voting for 11 seats in the Maharashtra Legislative Council (MLC) is underway today. The Mahayuti alliance has already secured vi

Defamation Suit: Delhi Court grants interim injunction to entrepreneur Ankiti Bose, directs article removal

Entrepreneur Ankiti Bose has received interim relief from a Delhi court. The Dwarka Court has ordered the removal of a defamatory article. The co

Telangana HC Declines Relief against Resumption of 100 Acres at Fabcity SEZ

The judge was livid at the manner in which the SBI had granted a loan on the basis of a lease document

Organ trade racket: ED searches leading private hospitals in Kerala

Sleuths from the Kochi zonal unit of the ED fanned out to multi-specialty hospitals in Ernakulam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, and Kottayam distri

Ashish Vidyarthi: From Villain to Social Media Star

Mumbai, June 18: Ashish Vidyarthi, renowned for his powerful villain roles in Indian cinema, is now making waves on social media. Born on June 19

Take up natural farming, MLA and Collector tell farmers in Srikalahasti

Meet Anurag Maloo, the mountaineer who speaks for glaciers

Meet Anurag Maloo, from Kishangarh in Rajasthan, who nearly died on the worlds most dangerous mountain and chose to dedicate his second life to t

Claude down worldwide? Check the reason behind the latest outage affecting users across the globe

Claude AI users worldwide are experiencing a second major service disruption this month, with many reporting failed requests and login issues. Th

Ukraine Launches Major Drone Attack, Strikes Moscow Oil Refinery

Russian authorities say hundreds of Ukrainian drones targeted multiple regions, disrupting air traffic in the capital.