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Indian Womens Team Faces Setback as Shreyanka Patil Exits T20 World Cup, Says Mithali Raj

New Delhi, June 19: Former captain of the Indian womens cricket team, Mithali Raj, stated on Friday that the exclusion of spin-bowling all-rounde

Indian Knowledge Tradition Takes Center Stage with Modis Diplomatic Gesture

Varanasi, June 19: Renowned Hindi poet and head of the Nagari Pracharini Sabha, Vyomesh Shukla, has hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modis recent g

Kerala Budget: Rajan Gurukkal says nothing new in Budget for higher education

The academic says most of the proposals are ongoing schemes presented in a rephrased form

Transport Minister green-lights union elections for TGSRTC

Telangana should emerge as a role model: Governor

Key transport infra projects find no mention in Kerala Budget

There is no mention of the proposed high-speed rail project, Sabari Rail, and the BalaramapuramVizhinjam underground rail. An amount of 100 crore

Haryana Expands Special NDPS Courts to Combat Drug Trafficking

Chandigarh, June 19: The Haryana government has established 13 new special NDPS (Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances) courts, increasing t

CM orders crackdown on misuse of guarantee schemes after AG report flags issues

According to the report, around 60 crore was disbursed through nearly three lakh instalments into accounts linked to multiple beneficiaries

Kerala Budget: major tourism and traditional industry push for Alappuzha

At the heart of the Budget is an ambitious plan to establish a Southern Economic Corridor linking Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, and Alappuzha, whil

Kerala Revised Budget: Memorial for Salim Kumar, a fitting tribute for the popular actor

The State government has earmarked 1 crore for setting up a memorial in Ernakulam

NEET (UG) re-examination to be held at 13 centres in Erode district

NEET aspirant ends life in Salem

A resident of Vellalapuram near Chinnappampatti, she had scored 440 marks in Class 12 exams

Kerala Budget earmarks 50 crore for establishing Tribal University in Wayanad

The proposed Tribal University and Indigenous Knowledge Zone is envisaged as a centre for higher learning, research, innovation, and entrepreneur

H-FAST raids unlicensed food godown in Charminar, seizes adulterated food

NEET preparations reviewed; over 6,500 candidates to take the test in Tirunelveli

Kerala Revised Budget allocates 243.80 crore for forest protection; steps intensified to tackle human-wildlife conflict

Key measures include a scientific census of tigers and leopards, the deployment of rapid response teams, and the use of modern technology to miti

AU to host international conference on AI technologies in September

Manufacturing centre for Solestra opened at Jeh Aerospaces Hyderabad facility

R.G. Kar case: CBI questions two former Kolkata Police DCPs, ex-CP summoned next week

The federal probe agency questioned Indira Mukherjee and Abhishek Gupta, the former Deputy Commissioners of the central and north regions, for ho

Thoothukudi Q Branch police seize shampoo stock meant for smuggling to Sri Lanka

Inter-state burglar involved in over 40 property offence cases arrested in Sathya Sai district

School education services on WhatsApp launched

Dr. YSR Horticultural University unveils AI learning platform

Vice-Chancellor says AI-driven learning systems can enhance educational outcomes and access to quality content

Priyank Kharges remark on RSS invokes the question of legal personality

The Karnataka Home Minister has asked about the registration, organisation structure, funding and donations and also about the overall functionin

High Court orders notices to Mamata, Abhishek in contempt case over TMC Martyrs' Day rally

The petitioner's lawyer, Srikanta Dutta, moved a division bench presided by Justice Arijit Banerjee, alleging contempt of the court's 2018 order,

RJD Responds to Congresss Cross Voting Allegations in Jharkhand

Ranchi, June 19: The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has hit back after Congress accused its legislators of cross voting in the Rajya Sabha elections.

Officials told to ensure fair, transparent, proper NEET examination

75,000-crore projects to create 1.5 lakh jobs in Visakhapatnam: Collector

At a two-year celebration, the District Collector said Visakhapatnam was drawing nearly half the States investment and 75,000-crore projects woul

Netanyahu Takes Strong Action Against Hezbollah After Ceasefire Violation

New Delhi, June 19: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu adopted a firm stance against Hezbollah on Thursday night, launching attacks in res

Haphazard parking, heavy vehicle movement choke service lane near Senthaneerpuram

Heavy vehicles enter the city round the clock with the authorities turning a blind eye to the erratic parking of trucks on service roads and on m

Bihar to bear cost of transporting mortal remains of migrant workers

State doubles ex-gratia for dependents of deceased migrant workers from 2 lakh to 4 lakh

TMC Turmoil: Abhishek Banerjee to Meet Lok Sabha Speaker Over Party Dispute

While the rebel MPs have already met the Speaker, Birla has decided to hear both sides before making a decision.

India and Denmark Launch First Maritime Security Dialogue to Enhance Cooperation

Copenhagen, June 19: A delegation from India met with Denmarks State Secretary and Maritime Security Envoy to discuss global security issues, par

35 bikes seized, 1.45 lakh fine imposed in Thoothukudi college zones

Water level in Mullaperiyar dam stands at 113.45 feet

CPI(M) demands judicial inquiry into Sai Krishnas alleged custodial death

Amnesty schemes, arrear waivers and vehicle tax revisions in Revised Kerala Budget

The Budget provides for reductions in vehicle taxes, especially for electric vehicles. It also seeks to bring clarity to the sales tax structure

Kerala Budget: Kottayam skywalk returns to centre stage as UDF clears revival plan

The announcement fulfils a key electoral promise made by Kottayam MLA and Speaker Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan, who had pledged to prioritise the

SEBI Resumes Open-Market Share Buybacks, Effective August 1

Mumbai, June 19: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) approved the resumption of open-market share buybacks during its board meeting

DVAC Inspector suspended for allegedly demanding bribe to close corruption case against a revenue officer

Her immediate superior, a DSP, has been transferred from Chennai to the Nilgiris district for alleged dereliction of duty in supervising his subo

IIIT-H Study On AI Procurement Wins Best Paper Award At IPPN Conference 2026

Research finds public procurement and outsourcing are emerging as key pathways shaping AI governance in India.

Chargesheet filed against second accused in Rayachoti terror links case

The NIA named Shaik Mansoor, an aide of an earlier-chargesheeted accused, taking the number arrested in the case to three

Cricket: Clean Sweep On Cards

The series may already be sealed, with India taking an unassailable 2-0 lead, but there is still plenty at stake when the teams meet at the MA Ch

3 years imprisonment for DMK functionary for causing 1.20 crore loss to the government

Legal Challenge to Caste Certificate Re-Verification in West Bengal

Kolkata, June 19: The Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) Liberation has filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in the Calcutta High Co

Farmers reiterate demand for full loan waiver

Farmers urge Chief Minister Vijay to implement his election promise and complete waive farm loans taken from cooperative societies; welcome Assem

How a Tiny Gecko Helps Sustain The Worlds Heaviest Seed Coco de Mer

At Seychelles legendary Valle de Mai, a rare gecko, an ancient palm and centuries of conservation come together in one of the worlds most extraor

India To Drive Next Phase Of Global Steel Demand: Lakshmi Mittal

India set to power the next phase of global steel demand, driven by infrastructure, urbanisation and the energy transition.

Ayodhya Saints Welcome SIT Investigation into Ram Temple Donation Controversy

Ayodhya, June 19: The decision by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to form a Special Investigation Team (SIT) regarding the alleged financial irreg

Deepika Padukone, eight-hour shifts in Bollywood, and speculation media a guide

A breakdown of how things unfolded, what is confirmed and unconfirmed about Kalki 2 and Spirit, and how the film industry is responding to the ei

Annadata Sukhibhava: AP CM To Release Rs 3,125 Crore For Farmers On June 20

Chief Ministerwill release Rs 3,125 crore under Annadata Sukhibhava from Linganguntla village in Chilakaluripet constituency tomorrow benefiting

Mahima Alekh Monk Found Murdered In Odisha; Property Dispute Angle Suspected

Family alleges the devotee had received repeated death threats over a long-standing land dispute in Keonjhar district.

Home Ministry actively engaged with Supreme Court to address case pendency: Amit Shah

We identified the loopholes (in the old criminal laws) and 90% of the law-based ones have been addressed, says Union Home Minister Amit Shah

Kerala Budget: Mittayi scheme for Type 1 diabetic children to get a makeover

Budget announces reforms in scheme implementation, including availability of quality medicines, insulin pumps, and CGM sensors. Organisations of

Delayed monsoon heightens fear of drinking water crisis in Ooty town

Bihar Vigilance Department Raids Homes of Suspended IAS Officers in Tender Scam Investigation

Patna, June 19: The investigation into the high-profile Rishu Shri tender scam in Bihar has gained momentum. On Friday, the Special Vigilance Uni

Ambani says Reliance succession plan near completion as children take over day-to-day operations

Mukesh Ambani announced the near-complete transfer of daily management at Reliance Industries to his children, Akash, Isha, and Anant. They are n

Sebi to reintroduce open market share buybacks via exchanges; eases intra-day borrowing rules for MFs

At its board meeting, the regulator has decided to reintroduce open-market share buybacks through stock exchanges with a faster execution timelin

1924 Clock House Indias Premier Colonial-Era Heritage Resort Debuts in Munnar, Kerala

Calcutta HC Issues Notice To Mamata, Abhishek In Contempt Plea Over Martyrs' Day Rally

Petition alleges TMC's July 21 rally violated a High Court order against complete blockage of arterial roads.

Harper Collins Publishers India is Delighted to Announce the Recent Publication of People We Love by Preeti Shenoy

Angaara exposes social exclusions beneath cultural pride in coastal Karnataka

Directed by Abhinav Grove, the play was staged as part of the Chiguru & Kusumale Theatre Festival in Bengaluru.

'Look outside the window': This father-daughter chat inside a train reveals a lesson many parents want their children to learn about money anf life. Watch

A father's poignant lesson on education and hard work, shared during a train journey, has captivated thousands online. He used the contrast betwe

5 Killed, 3 Injured as Vehicle Plunges Into Gorge, Catches Fire in Uttarakhand's Barakot

An SDRF team from Champawat, led by Sub-Inspector Dungar Singh, immediately rushed to the spot with necessary rescue equipment. On reaching the s

Praveen Kumar Aims for Gold at 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics

New Delhi, June 19: Paralympic high jumper Praveen Kumar has set his sights on representing India at the 2028 Paralympic Games in Los Angeles. Ha

Ladakh Set to Become First in India to Complete Census Operations by September 2026

The meeting focused on assessing the progress of the ongoing House Listing Operations (HLO) under Census 2027 and was attended by key officials,

SIT probe into Ram temple fund row will bring truth to light: Adityanath

Adityanath encouraged anyone with evidence related to the case to present it to the SIT, and warned that anyone found guilty, regardless of their

Chamber seeks daily train between Puducherry and Velankanni

Love is a tricky thing: Shahid Kapoor on Teri Baaton Main Aisa Uljha Jiya

One of the few actors to have successfully broken the image trap, Shahid Kapoor says its the actor in him who makes him the star that he is

Hormuz Strait Reopens: What It Means for Oil Markets and Energy Security

The Strait opened after a Memorandum of Understanding, signed by US President Donald Trump and his Iranian counterpart Masoud Pezeshkian to end t

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CM Yogi Approves 4,901.65 Crore Development Projects in Gonda

Gonda, June 19: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited Gonda again on Friday, just 13 days after his last trip. During his two-hour

'America, learn from India': US woman riding Mumbai Metro for the first time shares why it is better than the New York subway

An American woman's first ride on the Mumbai Metro left her talking about much more than just getting from one station to another. From the 20 ti

No drinking water supply in parts of city on June 21

Kerala Budget: Kollam integrated into Southern Economic Corridor

The corridor links the unique geographical and economic strengths of Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, and Alappuzha into a unified economic zone

Shree Charani a great find for the Women in Blue

The left-arm spinner has become an integral part of the Indian attack in no time

Pakistan delegation to attend funeral of Ali Khamenei: Shehbaz Sharif

Addressing the National Assembly, Shehbaz Sharif said that he held a telephone call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday (June 18

Hyderabads Leading Chefs Unite For Extraordinary Culinary Showcase Powered By Italian Innovation

The Hyderabad edition of Chefs Table further reinforced the shared commitment of UNOX, IRINOX, and BERKEL to supporting culinary professionals wi

The deadly secret locked inside ancient Siberian remains for 5500 years has finally been unearthed

Ancient Siberian plague discovery: Ancient DNA unearthed in Siberia has rewritten the history of plague. Researchers discovered highly lethal str

Life lesson of the day by Bruce Lee: The successful warrior is the average man, with The legendary martial artists timeless lesson on focus, personal growth, determination and the path to success

Life Lesson of the Day by Bruce Lee: The successful warrior is the average man, with laser-like focus: Bruce Lees quote, The successful warrior i

Gippy Grewal Reflects on His Journey from Security Guard to Stardom on Shekhar Sumans Show

Mumbai, June 19: Actor Shekhar Sumans talk show, Shekhar Tonight, unveils the lesser-known aspects of celebrities lives with each episode. Recent

Mizoram CM Lalduhoma highlights role of externally aided projects in Northeast development at Shillong seminar

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma said externally aided projects not only provide financial assistance but also bring valuable technical expertise

On World Sickle Cell day: A quick awareness guide

World Sickle Cell Disease Day (Observed on 19 June)Today is observed globally as Sickle Cell Awareness Day to spread knowledge about this inherit

Rohit Sharmas Last ODI? Retirement Speculation Overshadows Indias Afghanistan Clean Sweep Bid

India eye a 3-0 clean sweep against Afghanistan in Chennai, but retirement speculation surrounding Rohit Sharma dominates headlines ahead of the

US-Iran deal under immediate strain as fighting flares in Lebanon

Escalating Israel-Hezbollah clashes in Lebanon are jeopardizing a recently signed Middle East peace deal. Planned US-Iran talks in Switzerland ha

Over 1,700 tonnes of Bengalurus daily waste has nowhere to go

Of the 1,775tonnesof waste that Bengaluru is unable to process every day, wet waste makes up the largest share at 677 tonnes, followed by dry was

SC Flags Bank-ARC Nexus, Questions Huge Loan Write-Offs

Apex court says taxpayers money cannot be recklessly lent and then poorly recovered; seeks responses from Centre, RBI and others.

Supreme Court Urged to Investigate Ram Temple Donation Theft: Ruchi Veera

Mumbai, June 19: Ruchi Veera, a Member of Parliament from the Samajwadi Party, has expressed strong concerns regarding the alleged theft of donat

Odisha Govt Orders Medical Screening Of 680 Teachers Seeking Transfer On Terminal Illness Grounds

The verification exercise covers teachers seeking both intra-district and inter-district transfers on the grounds of terminal illness affecting t

This new building method can deliver a full house in just 5 days, no bricks required

A Home Built in Just Five Days? It sounds like something from the future, but it's already happening. Recycled plastic is being turned into stron