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Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana seek permanent solution to water dispute

The Chief Ministers of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana met Union Jal Shakti Minister CR Patil and agreed to work towards a lasting soluti

Woman Commits Suicide Due to Dowry Harassment; Husband and Father-in-Law Arrested

New Delhi, June 26: The police in Khayala, New Delhi, have arrested a womans husband and father-in-law in connection with her death, which is bel

J&K Police book Army personnel over alleged attack on Kishtwar police station

The FIR registered at Atholi police station stated that the incident occurred on Wednesday when the Station House Officer (SHO), Inspector Amrit

Turkey beat U.S. 3-2 with last-gasp winner in dead rubber in LA

The Americans took an early lead for the third straight match when Auston Trusty scored in the third minute to the joy of a sold-out crowd

Kolkata warehouse collapse toll rises to 11 as rescue operations continue

The death toll in the Taratala warehouse collapse in south Kolkata has risen to 11, while rescue teams continue searching the debris with the hel

India resumes tourist visas for Bangladeshis after nearly two years

The 76-year-old on Thursday presented his credentials to President Mohammed Shahabuddin, marking the start of his diplomatic assignment

Australia reach World Cup knockouts after goalless draw with Paraguay

Cristian Volpato and Jackson Irvine forced saves from the keeper and Jordan Bos twice going painfully close late in the game

Tick-tock trouble

Appa was surprised to get the grandfather clock cheap but now we know why...

Time to shine

The other fireflies teased Lyra because her light flickered unevenly. But when Lyra found a lost fawn ...

Notorious Gangster Shabbir Ali Arrested by Delhi Police

New Delhi, June 26: The Special Cell of Delhi Police has apprehended notorious gangster Shabbir Ali, also known as Shabbir Chaudhary. For the pas

A brief history of the mango

While it is a way of life in the Indian subcontinent, enamoured humans have been taking it around the world since the earliest times.

Scientists use seaweed to create stronger 3D-printed building material

Adding a tiny amount of this to local clay and sand makes the mixture incredibly smooth for 3D printing, and the final structure remarkably stron

Indian Stock Market Closed for Muharram Observance

Mumbai, June 26: The Indian stock market will remain closed on Friday due to Muharram. Trading on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bomba

Micro-Dramas Take Center Stage at the Shanghai TV Festival

Micro-Dramas Take Center Stage at the Shanghai TV Festival

PM Modi Greets Education Minister Pradhan on Birthday; Praises Him for NEP Implementation

The NTA comes under Pradhan-led education ministry.

Best proverb of the day: There are two kinds of men: those who could be happy and are not, and those who...

Many chase happiness through success and wealth, yet remain unfulfilled. The proverb highlights those who possess happiness's ingredients but don

Cubbon Park belongs to everyone: Suresh Jayaram

The Bengaluru-based writer, visual artist, art historian and curator on his latest book, Cubbon Park: Citizens Perspectives and Many Visions for

Smart Cooking: The Key to Better Health

New Delhi, June 26: In todays fast-paced world, prioritizing health is essential for everyone. However, it is crucial to understand that good hea

Trump allies defend him to Israelis anxious over Iran deal

The U.S.-Israeli relationship has been on a roller coaster, from the early confidence they shared after their joint attack on Iran to public disa

US Pledges $150 Million in Aid, Sends Warships in Venezuela Quake Response

The United States joins a growing international relief effort.

Venezuela earthquake LIVE updates: Death toll climbs to 235

The number of dead and injured is expected to rise with thousands reported missing after the 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude earthquakes

'AI can change the whole tax system': Former NITI Aayog member on economic growth

Entrepreneur Moves To Bengaluru From Mumbai, Says It 'Can Be A Lonely City'

Entrepreneur praises Bengaluru's startup culture and weather while warning about loneliness and traffic.

Meet Arjun Shetty, the fitness entrepreneur training clients across the world

After his cricketing career, Arjun Shetty channelled his passion for sport into fitness and founded Ace with Arjun, an online fitness training pl

South Africa Dominates Netherlands with a Stunning Win in Womens T20 World Cup

Bristol, June 26: In an impressive display, South Africa triumphed over the Netherlands in the 24th match of the Womens T20 World Cup 2026. Playi

Dr. Stone Season 4 Episode 38 release date explained: Has the anime ended?

Dr. Stone's thrilling scientific saga has concluded with Season 4, airing its final episode on June 25, 2026. The anime has officially wrapped up

India hands over Rs 2.5 billion cheque to Bhutan as 5th tranche towards Economic Stimulus Programme

India has disbursed the fifth tranche of Rs 250 crore for Bhutan's Economic Stimulus Programme, bringing the total released to Rs 1,250 crore. Th

Blood, Sweat And Tears Singer David Clayton-Thomas Dies At 84

Clayton-Thomas was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame and received a special Juno Award for his contributions to Canadian music

Sri Lankas First Innings Stumbles at 308 Against West Indies in Antigua Test

Antigua, June 26: The first Test match between West Indies and Sri Lanka is underway at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. The opening day belonged

Sweden's Elanga earns draw with Japan to keep their World Cup alive

The points were shared after a tepid first half that only showed signs of life moments before the interval

Tragic Incident During Muharram Procession in Etah Claims One Life

Etah, June 26: A tragic incident occurred during a Muharram procession in Etah district, Uttar Pradesh, on Friday morning. One young man lost his

'Push Her From Same Fort If Guilty': Pune Murder Accused Siya Goyal's Parents

Siya Goyal's parents said that if their daughter is found guilty, then she should be pushed from the same place where Ketan was thrown from.

When a peacock reveals your crass

Peacocks came out to roam on Pedder Road, and an Instagram post said that its because nature knows your tax bracket. What the duck!

NASA rover uncovers complex carbon that could hint at ancient life on Mars

NASA's Perseverance rover has detected complex macromolecular carbon in sedimentary rocks within Mars' Jezero Crater. Scientists say the discover

Lohagad Fort murder: Victim's family demands speedy justice

The family of Ketan Agrawal, allegedly murdered in a conspiracy involving his fiance and her alleged lover, has demanded a fast-track trial and s

Judge Blocks Trump Plan That Would Limit Graduate Student Loans in Nursing and Other Fields

At issue are caps on federal student loans that were passed as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and set to take effect in July.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32: Qualified teams, eliminated nations and knockout stage picture explained

The FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage is taking shape as the group phase nears its end. Powerhouses like Argentina, Brazil, and France have secu

Japan and Sweden Secure Knockout Stage Berths with 1-1 Draw in FIFA World Cup

Arlington, June 26: The thrilling match between Japan and Sweden in the FIFA World Cup 2026 ended in a 1-1 draw. Despite the result at Dallas Sta

Neelam Kothari Reminisces About the Golden Days of the 80s and 90s in Bollywood

Mumbai, June 26: Bollywood actress Neelam Kothari recently reflected on her cherished memories from the film industry during the 80s and 90s in h

Tensions at Uttarakhand border as Nihang Sikhs breach barricades, head towards Hemkund Sahib

Tension flared at the Himachal Pradesh-Uttarakhand border as Nihang Sikhs clashed with police, breaching barricades at Kulhal to proceed towards

Venezuela Health Minister Says Around 235 People Dead, 4,300 Injured in Catastrophic Earthquakes

The number of dead and injured is expected to rise with thousands reported missing.

Why Vaibhav Sooryavanshi won't be using India's main dressing room during Ireland T20Is; Here's the reason

Fifteen-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is set to make history on India's tour of Ireland and England. Due to UK child safeguarding

Officials should regularly carry out surprise checks

As part of the exercise, Dr Sharma registered himself on the HMIS platform as a patient, citing symptoms of fever and throat irritation for the t

Ukraine Launches 'TrophyLab' Website To Catalogue Captured Russian Weapons

Ukraine has launched TrophyLab, a database containing detailed technical information on captured Russian weapons, allowing approved Ukrainian exp

US-India Trade Deal: Piyush Goyal Signals Next Move After Two Days Of Talks

India-US Trade Deal: India is seeking greater access for its labour-intensive exports, while the US wants wider access for agricultural products.

Death Toll Rises to 235 in Venezuela Earthquakes as President Orders Rescue Efforts

Caracas, June 26: The death toll from two powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening has risen to 235, according to the late

Vijay Flags Off, Joins Anti-Drug Awareness Run At Chennai's Marina Beach

Dressed in tracks, sneakers and sunglasses, the Chief Minister drew loud cheers from participants, many of them youngsters, as he ran alongside t

Delhi's Fortis Hospital Faces Action After Lapses Found Into Patient's Death

Delhi govt orders action against Fortis Hospital after inquiry reveals patient care lapses

Oil Tankers, Ports And Supply Chain: What Venezuela Quake Means For India

Power outages, damaged transport links and emergency restrictions at ports in Venezuela can slow cargo movements for days or even weeks.

Kamakhya Temple Reopens After Ambubachi Mela, Millions Expected to Visit

Guwahati, June 26: The famous Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, Assam, will reopen for devotees on Friday following the conclusion of the annual Ambub

Kamakhya Temple Reopens After Ambubachi Mela, Millions of Devotees Expected

New Delhi, June 26: The renowned Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, Assam, will reopen for devotees on Friday following the conclusion of the annual Am

Haryana Teacher Eligibility Test HTET 2026 City Intimation Slip: Direct link, how to download and full exam schedule

Haryana Teacher Eligibility Test (HTET) 2026 city intimation slips are out for over 2.33 lakh candidates. Aspirants can now check their assigned

Hospitals Raise Alert as Heatwave Slams Europe

French and British health services reported a surge in emergency calls and visits as the merciless heat struck the elderly and the ill.

Watch: Abhijeet Dipke claims BJP workers assaulted reporters in front of Delhi Police

Venezuela earthquake: Citizens move to search for survivors after tremors kill at least 235

Venezuela earthquake news: Country grapples with devastating aftershocks following twin earthquakes that claimed at least 235 lives and injured o

FIFA World Cup | Paraguay vs Australia LIVE updates: Group D match underway

Australia are missing both Jacob Italiano and Mathew Leckie to injuries

Indian Womens Team Eyes Semifinals with Win Over Bangladesh, but Fielding Concerns Remain

Manchester, June 26: The Indian womens cricket team has kept its hopes alive for the semifinals of the 2026 Womens T20 World Cup. In a Group A ma

Iran's Petroleum Minister Outlines Issues in Energy Sector at 11th BRICS Energy Ministers' Meeting

Paknejad on Thursday met with Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, and the two leaders discussed ways to enhance cooperat

NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam Fee Refund Window Opens: Submit Bank Details By June 30

NTA has opened the NEET UG 2026 re-exam fee refund window. Eligible candidates can submit bank details on the official portal till June 30, 2026.

Bengaluru Metro Ops Hit Again, Snag On Purple Line Causes 17-Minute Delay

The BMRCL said the technical issue was quickly fixed by the Operations and Maintenance teams, and normal metro services have now been fully resto

Gamer Invests In Gold Instead Of Buying GTA 6 In 'Fun Little Experiment'

A gamer invests money in digital gold instead of pre-ordering GTA VI in a 'fun little experiment' to observe what happens to their funds in Novem

Pune Fort Murder Victim Didn't Want To Call Off Wedding With Fiancee Siya Goyal: Sources

According to sources, Siya told the authorities that she was in a relationship with Chetan Chaudhary.

National Teachers Awards 2026 Applications Open, Apply Online By July 10

National Teachers Awards 2026 are presented to honour teachers who have made exceptional contributions to improving school education and supporti

Weather Today (June 26, 2026): IMD issues rain alert for Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, UP and 15 more states as southwest monsoon advances

Weather Today (June 26, 2026): Widespread rainfall is forecast across India as the Southwest Monsoon advances, bringing heavy to extremely heavy

Union Minister Piyush Goyal remarks on US-India deal at India Global Forum's UK-India Week 2026

Ecuador Stuns Germany with 2-1 Victory in FIFA World Cup 2026

New Delhi, June 26: In a shocking turn of events at the FIFA World Cup 2026, Ecuador triumphed over four-time champions Germany with a score of 2

In A First For UK Monarch, King Charles Reveals Tax Bill, $40 Million

UK monarchs are legally exempt from paying certain taxes, though they have paid some duties voluntarily for decades, and they also have no obliga

FCRA rules not to regulate but strangulate: Congress

Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Enjoy Quiet Golf Outing Before Reported Wedding

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce was reportedly spotted spending quiet time together on a golf course. The relaxed outing came as fresh comments fro

Passport fee hiked to Rs 2,500 from Rs 1,500

Amazons investment plan for India; A new initiative to keep Kedarnath clean

Amazon has announced an additional investment of $13 billion in India from 2026 to 2030. Meanwhile, Anandana - The Coca-Cola Foundation, in partn

Why Sachin Tendulkar is betting on sportswear built for Indian feet

Ten X You was founded to serve everyday athletes, not professionals. The Bengaluru startup is building shoes around Indian foot shapes and taking

70-year case, older than its judges, finally decided

Cte dIvoire Secures Historic Knockout Stage Spot in FIFA World Cup 2026

New Delhi, June 26: In a remarkable display, Cte dIvoire triumphed over Curaao with a score of 2-0 in the Group E match of the FIFA World Cup 202

'Blood, Sweat & Tears' Singer David Clayton-Thomas Passes Away at 84

Clayton-Thomas continued to work over the decades, both solo and as a member of the band's later incarnations.

Venezuela Earthquake Live Updates: 235 deaths recorded at medical centres after tremors, says health minister

Assured that access to AI tech once provided will not be cut-off: senior Indian official

S. Krishnan attended the two-day Pax Silica Summit in the U.S.

1993-batch IPS officer Dixit to be IB chief

Quote of the Day by world-renowned author Helen Keller: 'The most pathetic person in the world is someone who has...'- Enduring lessons on purpose, resilience, and living beyond physical limitations

Helen Keller's profound insight, The most pathetic person in the world is someone who has sight but no vision, resonates deeply today. Her life,

Venezuela Earthquakes Kill 235, Over 1,500 Injured

More than 1,500 people were injured as the earth shook and roared in what many Venezuelans called a terrifying display of nature's raw power.

Venezuelans Search Rubble for Survivors After 2 Strong Quakes Kill at Least 188

In response to the devastation, the US Treasury on Thursday moved to waive some sanctions until October 23 to allow transactions related to earth

CBSE students already in standard 7-9 with foreign language can keep combo till 10th

'Will take their money and spend it': Trump says US to buy farm goods with unfrozen Iranian assets

Sanjay Nirupam Defends Constitutional Process Amid Shiv Sena MP Defections

Mumbai, June 26: Sanjay Nirupam, spokesperson for Shiv Sena, addressed the recent defection of six MPs from Shiv Sena (UBT) to the Eknath Shinde

FIFA World Cup 2026 Becomes Most-Attended Edition in Tournament's History

The milestone was confirmed during the second half of Germany's match against Ecuador in New Jersey

Madurai Mango Crisis: Farmers Abandon Harvest As Prices Hit Rs 3 Per Kg

Mango farmers in the Melur Taluk of Madurai district are facing severe financial distress as the farm-gate price for the 'Kili Mooku' (Totapuri)

Morning Digest: Govt. restores commercial LPG supply, withdraws sectoral mandates; Venezuela mounts search for survivors after twin quakes kill at least 188

Here is a select list of stories to start the day.

RTI Under Threat? Why Anna Hazare is fighting Maharashtras new rules | Pulse Maharashtra

TheMaharashtragovernment issued a notification amending certain provisions of the Maharashtra Right to Information Rules, 2026. The amendments ha

Ex-Google Techie Leaves Rs 4.2 Crore Job To Start Restaurant, Earns Rs 21.7 Crore

Techie quits his Rs 4.2 crore job to open a halal barbecue restaurant in Texas and managed to earn Rs 21.7 crore in revenue in the first year.

'My boys instantly started praying': How passengers responded after Air Canada captain suffered mid-air seizure and dragged out of the cockpit

A harrowing Air Canada flight from New Jersey to Nova Scotia was diverted to Boston after the captain suffered a medical emergency, reportedly a