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Starmer Criticises Russian Warship After Warning Shots Fired Near British Yacht

UK Prime Minister says Russian actions were reckless after a naval vessel fired warning shots in the English Channel.

Revanth Reddy Slams BRS Over Baseless Charges against Congress Govt

Without naming BRS, Revanth Reddy warned that those opposing Messi's visit would lose even their opposition status in the next assembly elections

Akhilesh Dismisses Rajbhars Split Claim, Says Samajwadi Party Remains United

Earlier in the day, Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP) chief Rajbhar claimed that a major split was likely in the SP and that several party le

Boydies in cradle rope mishap in Erode

Kerala govt did not allocate specific departments to any special government pleader, says CM V.D. Satheesan

India's Mumbai rations water supply as June rainfall hits 12-year low

Mumbai faces its driest June in over a decade. Water supply to construction sites is cut. Industrial usage is reduced by 20%. Reservoir levels ar

White Paper addresses adverse impact of revenue collapse on people of Tamil Nadu

The White Paper observed the inter-generational transferfrom todays beneficiaries of government services to tomorrows taxpayers who will service

Tesla plans Supercharger network in Hyderabad, bets on home charging to drive Indias EV future

Tesla opens its fifth Experience Center in India at Knowledge City, Hyderabad. The 2026 Model Y Premium Rear-Wheel Drive is priced at 50.89 lakh

'We did it': Modi, Starmer caught on mic hinting at breakthrough in UK-India trade deal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer were overheard at the G7 summit appearing to confirm a breakthrough in implementi

U.S.-Iran peace deal, FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off, Musk becomes worlds first trillionaire, and more: The week in 5 charts

This past week, after over 100 days of war, the U.S. and Iran finally agreed to a peace deal. Meanwhile, FIFA World Cup kicked off in Mexico on J

JioBlackRock Integrates Overnight Fund with Savings Pro on JioFinance App

New feature allows customers to automatically invest surplus bank balances into overnight mutual funds while retaining liquidity.

Four ex-AIADMK MLAs facing disqualification proceedings submit replies to Tamil Nadu Speakers notices

Disqualification proceedings were initiated against former MLAs S. Jayakumar (Perundurai), Maragatham Kumaravel (Madurantakam), P. Sathyabama (Dh

What is mid-year Margazhi? Chennai-based Aavaranaa tells you the answer

Carnatic music and Kanjeevaram silk come together for a jugalbandhi at Aavaranaas Mid-Year Margazhi between June 19 and 21

Mani Ratnam interview: Doing pan-Indian films is not a trap, but a choice

The legendary filmmaker speaks about his upcoming Ponniyin Selvan 2, the liberty he took with Kalkis work, and why he doesnt like using the term

Shivarajkumar interview: On his cameo in Rajinikanths Jailer, and letting his eyes do all the talking

The veteran Kannada superstar on sharing screen space with Rajinikanth, why gangster roles are a natural fit for him, and working with Dhanush in

11 Deaths at Cardiovascular Institute Triggers Alarm in Mysuru

The average deaths at the Institute ranges is about 6 deaths, which comes close to internationally accepted figures

Google rolls out Android 17: New AI tools, Screen Reactions, Gemini upgrades, privacy features and more

Google's Android 17 update brings a host of new features, including enhanced multitasking with 'Bubbles' and simplified content creation via 'Scr

TMC leader Udayan Guha arrested in Kolkata's Phoolbagan

Former TMC MLA Udayan Guha was arrested in Kolkata, escalating political tensions. Meanwhile, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla summoned TMC leader Abhi

Ex-Wife Entitled to Maintenance from Late Husbands Estate, Not Enhanced Amount: Bombay HC

The HC noted that a maintenance decree binds he estate/heirs for arrears satisfaction, unlike pending matrimonial proceedings that abate on deat

President Donald Trump suspends US intel chief Senate confirmation

US President Donald Trump has suspended a Senate hearing on Jay Clayton's nomination for intelligence chief, saying on Wednesday he wanted to be

Ukrainian attacks push Russian oil output 10% below target in May, IEA says

Recent Ukrainian assaults on Russian oil installations are severely curtailing production levels. Last month saw a notable decline in crude oil e

Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's arch-survivor, set to face voter fury over Iran deal

Benjamin Netanyahu's grip on power is weakening. Facing corruption charges and criticism over security lapses, he now confronts voters' judgment

Shiv Sena (UBT) Leader Sanjay Raut Claims Bid To Lure MPs With Rs 50 Cr

Sanjay Raut dares dissidents to resign, says they have come to Parliament on our party's ticket and because it was voter's mandate.

From smoking to soccer: Hot mics at the G7 capture world leaders' chats between weighty topics

G7 leaders at the summit in Evian-les-Bains engaged in candid off-the-cuff conversations captured by hot mics, discussing sports, personal habits

Harsh Goenka is inspired by Tamil Nadu teen who turned a street-side problem into an invention praised by PM Modi, Joe Biden and Prince Williams

A young inventor from Tamil Nadu, Vinisha Umashankar, developed a solar-powered ironing cart to replace polluting charcoal irons. Her innovation,

5 teachings from the happiness trap for overthinking less

Discover 5 powerful teachings from The Happiness Trap that can help you overthink less, manage anxious thoughts, and find mental clarity.

Startup news and updates: daily roundup (June 17, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

Psychology says people who say goodbye multiple times before leaving aren't indecisive, they may be protecting something deeper in their relationships

Psychology suggests that everyday habits often reflect deeper emotional needs. Saying goodbye multiple times is rarely a sign of indecision; more

US not 'pulling away' from allies by cutting NATO commitments: Mark Rutte

United States is reducing its military assets pledged to NATO. NATO chief Mark Rutte stated this is not a US withdrawal but an adjustment. Europe

As oil roundtrips, AI booms, and US consumers spend, economists' Fed outlooks hit the extremes

Economists are divided on the U.S. economic outlook, with some predicting rate cuts due to consumer weakness and falling real wages, while others

Fadnavis shares 701-km Freight Rail Corridor vision as Vaishnaw inaugurates Jabils new facility

Ukraine secures fresh air defence commitments at G7 Summit in France

Leaders at the G7 Summit in France have agreed to bolster Ukraine's air defence systems. New measures will increase pressure on Russia to end its

ICC Chairman Jay Shah hails record-breaking opening weekend of Women's T20 WC 2026

The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 has kicked off with record-breaking attendance and viewership. The opening weekend saw nearly 45,000 fans, whi

Italian proverb of the day: Love does not look with the eyes, but with the..- A timeless lesson on seeing beyond appearance and embracing true emotional connection

Love Italian proverb of the day: An Italian proverb reveals love's true nature. It states love sees with the soul, not just the eyes. This idea e

Quote of the day by famous psychologist Elizabeth Loftus: 'Just because someone thinks they remember something in detail, with confidence and with emotion, does not mean that it actually happened, .. False memories have these characteristics too.'

Renowned psychologist Elizabeth Loftus reveals that vivid, confident, and emotional memories are not always accurate, as false memories can posse

Pope Praises US-Iran Deal, Calls for Continued Dialogue on Ukraine

The United States and Iran agreed this week to a deal to end the conflict and Leo expressed his gratitude to those who helped the negotiations.

Kakinada Police Continue Search For Missing Toddler For 12th Day

he minor girl went missing on June 6 from Ch Agraharam village in Kakinada district, prompting a massive search operation involving local police,

Bangladesh Hands Over Assam Farmer Hours After His Abduction Near Zero Line

After the intervention of BSF and local authorities, Bangladesh authorities rescued an Indian farmer and handed him over to Indian authorities la

Watch: PM Modi, U.S. President Donald Trump to meet on sidelines of G7 Summit in France

Wibmo Unveils Agentic Risk Intelligence Assistant - an AI Assistant for Financial Crime Operations

Wibmo , a PayU company and leading provider of payment security solutions, unveiled  Wibmo Agentic Risk Intelligence Assistant (ARIA) , an A

Trump's Past Jabs at G7 Leaders Make for an Awkward Summit

Several of the G7 leaders have faced Trumps wrath for questioning his war of choice with Iran

IIT-Delhi study finds human activity drives Indias wild weather

Historical rainfall statistics alone may not provide a reliable guide to future risk in a warming climate, a researcher said

What is a mid-year Margazhi? Chennai-based Aavaranaa tell you the answer

Carnatic music and Kanjeevaram silk come together for a jugalbandhi at Aavaranaas Mid-Year Margazhi between June 19 and 21

Delivery executive arrested for strangulating live-in partner in Bengaluru

2nd ODI LIVE: Gill Shatters Virat's Record, Achieves Sensational ODI Feat

India vs Afghanistan (IND vs AFG), 2nd ODI Match Live Score: Shubman Gill shattered Virat Kohli's record by becoming the fastest batter to score

BJP targets Rahul over Kota event ahead of NEET-UG re-test

Party questions timing of student outreach programme in Kota days before NEET-UG re-examination

Watch: Kerala CM: Emergency Nipah medicine brought from Bahrain in 24 hours

Tata Motors PV Stock Tumbles Nearly 10% - Here's Why

Tata Motors PV shares have fallen 12.5% over the past year, underperforming the Nifty 50, which has declined 3.3% during the same period.

Who is Prince Yadav? Once banned by BCCI, pacer who dismissed Virat Kohli makes debut in India vs Afghanistan Lucknow ODI

Fast bowler Prince Yadav has earned his maiden international cap for India. This debut comes after a significant setback in 2019 when he received

India takes the shine off silver as imports plunge 82% in May after duty hike

May witnessed a steep decline of over 81% in India's silver imports, a result of the government's recent moves to hike import duties and require

J&K Statehood Promise Stands, but Peace Must Come First: BJP

Statehood is our commitment and it will be fulfilled, Sharma said, while stressing that lasting peace and stability remain the Centres foremost p

CM Satheesan says budget will reflect new govt's vision despite resource crunch

Kerala's new government faces a tough financial situation. Chief Minister V D Satheesan revealed the upcoming budget will be prepared with limite

Elon Musk's AI Tool Grok Was Used in Strikes Against Iran: US Govt

The June 15 brief defends the gas turbines used by a giant data center belonging to the trillionaire's company xAI, which are the target of an en

Jio-bps Akshay Wadhwa on what a 40-50yr old needs to do to still be employable.

India restores 21.76 million hectares of deforested land, nears 84 per cent of Bonn Challenge target

India has made significant strides in land restoration. Between 2011 and 2020, over 21 million hectares of degraded land were restored, as report

TotalEnergies' Saudi Arabia refinery will not be fully repaired until early 2027, CEO Patrick Pouyanne tells French lawmakers

TotalEnergies' SATORP refinery in Saudi Arabia is operating at reduced capacity after drone attacks. Full repairs are expected by early 2027. Thi

Fire Scare at Childrens Hospital in Vijayawada, No Casualties Reported

Short circuit in emergency ward triggers smoke; swift response averts major mishap

Tenant or landlord: Who is responsible for repairs in a rented home? Here's what the law say

Who pays for repairs in a rented home? A leaking tap, damaged wall or broken fitting can quickly turn into a dispute between tenants and landlord

NeoSapien Launches Premium India-Built AI Wearable Neo 1 in the US Market

NeoSapien's ambition to build a globally scaled AI business from India. With the company expecting the US to contribute up to 30% of future r

Tension Erupts in Bhubaneswar After Young Mans Body Found

Bhubaneswar, June 17: Tension gripped the outskirts of Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on Wednesday after the body of a young man was discovered under suspi

EU countries need a more integrated defence market, defence commissioner says

A unified European Union defence market promises to boost the bloc's defence sector. Governments could procure more European-made equipment. Smal

Family Trusts need a rethink: DPDP, PMLA rules collide with informal promoter structures

India's family businesses face a complex succession era due to evolving regulations and generational differences. Law firms like Veritas Legal ar

Bernardo Silva joins Real Madrid on free transfer after Manchester City exit

Real Madrid has secured Portuguese midfielder Bernardo Silva on a free transfer. He joins from Manchester City, signing a two-year deal until Jun

How Ather is using AI for potholes, diagnostics and talking scooters

Andhra Medical College Associate Prof Suspended For Harassing PG Students

According to reports, the associate professor had allegedly subjected PG students who were studying in his class to verbal abuse and also sexuall

Delhis AltaRasa showcases fashion by designers from across Asia

Lopamudra Duttas AltaRasa offers a cross-border showcase of designers from India, Indonesia, Thailand, the UAE and elsewhere in Asia

PM SHRI funds accepted, but curriculum control will remain with Kerala: Satheesan

O.P. Rajbhar Claims Major Split Possible in Samajwadi Party

Lucknow, June 17: O.P. Rajbhar, the Minister of the Uttar Pradesh government and National President of the Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP),

G7 leaders applaud Iran, Ukraine progress ahead of tackling AI

G7 leaders are calling a US-Iran deal a historic chance. They also agreed to put more pressure on Russia regarding its Ukraine invasion. The lead

Shiv Sena (UBT) issues whip as Raut alleges 15 crore bid to poach MPs

Shiv Sena (UBT) has issued a whip to its MPs and called a parliamentary meeting in Delhi amid growing speculation that several MPs could switch t

CMRL pay-off case involving ex-Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayans daughter T. Veena | Explained

Income Tax Interim Settlement Board in 2023 found that T. Veena and her now-defunct company Exalogic Solutions had received monthly payments from

Neral: The New Residential Hub of Mumbai 3.0

Liases Foras research highlights Nerals emergence within Mumbai 3.0, where infrastructure investments of4.04 lakh crore, expanding employment hub

Brahmin Community Politically Aligned with Modi and Yogi: Sanjay Nishad

Lucknow, June 17: The political landscape of the Brahmin community is once again in the spotlight as Uttar Pradesh gears up for the 2027 assembly

Manba Finance Expands Its Footprint in Southern India, Enters into Strategic Partnership with Sreesastha (Nammaloan)

How everyday Kerala is being reimagined in an award-nominated illustration series

llustrator Mohammed Sajids portrait series is in contention at the AOI World Illustration Awards 2026, spotlighting fish sellers, flower vendors,

Why Saudi Arabia imports sand despite being covered by desert

Despite vast desert landscapes, Saudi Arabia imports construction-grade sand due to its smooth, wind-shaped grains being unsuitable for concrete.

'Targeting students, not paper leak networks': Rahul Gandhi attacks Centre on Telegram ban ahead of NEET re-test

Rahul Gandhi criticized the Modi government's temporary ban on Telegram ahead of the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination, calling it a diversionary tacti

Doubled in 5 years: India's military-industrial moment has arrived

India's defence production has surged to a record Rs 1.78 lakh crore in FY26, nearly quadrupling since 2013-14. This growth, fueled by the Aatman

What the 14-point MoU between Iran and the U.S. means for shipping

The general practice for international shipping prior to the war that there were no tolls, service fees, or even reporting to any national author

CPI(M) Faces Internal Criticism After Election Defeat: Questions Arise About Pinarayi Vijayans Leadership

Thiruvananthapuram, June 17: For nearly three decades, former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has been a dominant voice in Keralas CPI(M). His le

Kerala Govt Appoints Integrated Financial Advisors across Departments

The CM said the move would effectively decentralise certain powers currently exercised by the finance department and accelerate administrative pr

Fans Debate Privacy After Jungkook's Mother Goes Viral

They expressed delight at getting a glimpse of the family behind the global superstar.

Tamil Nadus consumption of petrol, diesel reaching point of stagnation: White Paper

The document attributed the development to improving fuel efficiency, the growing adoption of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and electric vehicles,

Israel approves National AI Plan to strengthen technological self-reliance

Israel is launching a major national plan to boost its artificial intelligence capabilities. The government aims to make the country a global lea

Invest in India before it's too late: Goyal to corporates, investors

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said India's investment ecosystem is ready, the domestic market is vast, and the government would hel

Veena Vijayans ED Appearance Sparks Political Symbolism in Kochi

Kochi, June 17: A significant political scene unfolded outside the Enforcement Directorate (ED) office in Kochi on Wednesday, marking a pivotal m

Vidyashilp University in talks with foreign experts to build modules for professionals in creative fields

Vidyashilp University is collaborating with experts from institutions in Vietnam and Vienna to build modules to aid professionals from creative f

LIVE: Nifty Sees Support At 24,000; IDBI Bank, UCO Bank Surge Up To 19%

Nifty IT was the top gainer, up 0.96%, followed by Media, India defence and Pharma. Nifty Metal and Realty declined the most, falling 0.82% and 0

Why Delhi Auto Walas Are Saying Happy Birthday America!

The posters are being placed in a way that makes it easy for them to be used as a canopy and provide shade from the exhaustive heat, something th

Telegram's Durov alleges Reliance link to India ban push

In a post on social media platform X, Durov alleged that Indian telecom operator Reliance was sabotaging access to Telegram for millions of users