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Educator Faisal Khan, popularly known as Khan Sir, has been named in an FIR linked to vandalism at his coaching institute in Patna. Police said he will be questioned as part of the investigation into the incident

Water was seen leaking through the roofs of several BEST buses.

Recent rebellions plaguing the Mahayuti may appear to be signs of weakness but are, in fact, linked to the ruling alliances political dominance, demonstrating the challenge of managing expectations

Australian authorities have seized over 100,000 live exotic cockroaches from a breeder in New South Wales in the countrys largest-ever confiscation of illegal invertebrates. The haul included Madagascar hissing and dubia cockroaches valued at about USD 142,000

Scientists have used base editing to precisely alter genes in human embryos linked to heart disease and hemoglobin production. The technique appears more accurate than earlier CRISPR methods, though researchers say further study is needed to assess potential risks

Cuba has rejected US Secretary of State Marco Rubios claim that Washington does not block oil shipments, arguing that US measures targeting countries supplying oil to the island effectively hinder fuel imports and worsen its energy crisis

The Israeli military said Hezbollah launched surface-to-air missiles at Israeli Air Force aircraft, triggering sirens in northern Israel. The incident came days after a ceasefire agreement, as Lebanese President Joseph Aoun criticised Iran and called for peace and dialogue

A fresh case of illegal prenatal sex determination using a mobile application and portable sonography equipment has been uncovered in Pune`s Daund taluka. Health authorities have launched inspections and renewed calls for stricter regulation and a ban on the app allegedly used in the racket

The US imposed sanctions on a network allegedly exporting LPG from Iran using front companies in the UAE and China and a shadow fleet of vessels. Meanwhile, Israel struck southern Lebanon following evacuation warnings, with reports of casualties and escalating tensions in the region

Delhi Police on Friday said it has not received any request for permission from the CJP for its proposed protest at Jantar Mantar on Saturday. Authorities have deployed more than 1,000 personnel across the national capital and placed district units on standby

Following the suspected methanol liquor tragedy that claimed nearly 20 lives in Pune, the Maharashtra Excise Department launched an intensive enforcement drive between May 29 and June 4. Officials registered 142 cases, arrested 116 people, seized illicit liquor and related material worth Rs 1.47 crore

The projects are expected to create around 4,750 direct and indirect jobs while strengthening the state`s position in electronics manufacturing and modern logistics

A Delhi court has reserved its order till June 9 on the bail plea of Manisha Waghmare, an accused in the NEET-UG paper leak case. The CBI opposed her release, alleging that she played a key role in obtaining and circulating the leaked examination paper

Senior TMC leader Firhad Hakim has resigned as mayor of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation, saying he was unable to function properly. Hakim, who served for nearly seven-and-a-half years, said he stepped down with Mamata Banerjee`s consent

IIT Roorkee has rejected allegations of a large-scale data breach affecting JEE (Advanced) aspirants, stating that a temporary cloud storage misconfiguration led to limited read-only access to less than 0.05 per cent of data

The fire trapped residents living on the upper floors due to heavy smoke and blocked exits, but swift action by neighbours, police and fire brigade teams helped evacuate everyone using ladders and ropes

Updating his social media profile to describe himself as A common man in search of good politics!, Annamalai said he wants to challenge the state`s entrenched political culture, including caste-based politics and the long-standing dominance of Dravidian ideology

According to official letters issued by the party, action has been taken against Sahebrao Kamble, candidate from the Yavatmal constituency, and Shailesh Agrawal, candidate from the WardhaChandrapurGadchiroli constituency

PoJK activist and political commentator Amjad Ayub Mirza has criticised a reported plan to deploy 14,000 additional security personnel in the region, calling it an attempt to militarise a peaceful population

Speaking on the issue, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said that the central bank is examining the proposal for polymer currency notes, but no final decision has been taken so far

A 55-year-old labourer was killed and two others injured after a boundary wall and adjoining structure collapsed during sewage line and drain construction work at Lodhi Crematorium in Delhi`s Lodhi Colony. The workers were trapped under debris following the collapse

His family had already begun funeral rituals after losing hope of finding him. Rescuers described his survival in the harsh mountain conditions as nothing short of a miracle

US President Donald Trump expressed confidence that India and the US will soon finalise a trade agreement. Praising his strong relationship with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Trump said negotiations are progressing despite past tariff concerns

A major fire broke out in a 12th-floor flat at IVY County Society in Noida`s Sector 74 on Friday morning, sending thick smoke across the residential complex. Firefighters rushed to the scene and no casualties have been reported so far. A separate fire was also reported in Sector 52

The Delhi High Court declined an urgent hearing on a plea seeking restrictions on the Cockroach Janta Party`s proposed June 6 protest in Delhi. The petition cited law and order concerns and sought preventive measures at key public locations, including the airport and metro stations

A police team and forensic experts were immediately deployed to the scene to collect evidence. CCTV footage from the premises has been seized and is being examined as part of the investigation

Speaking during an extended interaction with reporters at the White House on Thursday, Trump discussed regional security, maritime navigation and diplomatic efforts involving Iran

Donald Trump said negotiations with Iran are continuing, but stressed that any future agreement must ensure Tehran is permanently barred from developing nuclear weapons

Former Tamil Nadu BJP president K. Annamalai has resigned from the party, with BJP National President Nitin Nabin accepting his resignation. The move comes amid speculation that Annamalai may launch a peoples movement and potentially a new political outfit in Tamil Nadu

Heavy rainfall continued across Kerala, causing waterlogging and flooding in low-lying areas. The IMD has issued an orange alert for seven districts and warned of thunderstorms, strong winds and very heavy rain in several parts of the state

Putin described India-China ties as a delicate matter and emphasised that Russia maintains strong and independent relationships with both nations

US President Donald Trump said Washington has held direct talks with Hezbollah as part of efforts to reduce tensions in Lebanon and the wider Middle East. Trump expressed optimism about progress toward stability and linked the discussions to broader regional issues involving Iran

The Prime Minister praised individuals and organisations working towards environmental conservation and highlighted India`s progress in areas such as increasing green cover and wildlife protection

On World Environment Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated India`s commitment to building a cleaner, greener and more sustainable future under the vision of One Earth, One Family and One Future.

An ammonia gas leak at a cold storage plant in Chhapra`s Hemnagar area prompted an emergency response from fire officials. The leak was brought under control, while authorities launched an investigation into the facility`s safety measures and licensing process

As state govt acquires Air India building at Nariman Point, former executive director of the airline recalls the charm of an edifice that was not just a building but an emotion

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a US-mediated ceasefire aimed at reducing hostilities along the border. While Lebanese President Joseph Aoun welcomed the deal, Israel signalled it would continue strikes for now. Meanwhile, fresh Israeli attacks in Gaza reportedly killed nine Palestinians

Sherpa guide Dawa Sherpa was found alive on Mount Everest a week after he went missing during his descent. He was discovered crawling down the snowy slopes by a cleaning crew responsible for removing ropes, ladders, and equipment after the climbing season

Punjab Police arrested two men in Amritsar and recovered a fully assembled improvised explosive device (IED) weighing around 2.5 kg. DGP Gaurav Yadav said the explosive was ready for use, marking a significant security operation in the region

Equipped with more than 31 actuators and dual onboard edge computers, the VR-H3 can navigate complex environments, interact with people, lift payloads, transport materials, and perform assembly tasks in real-world settings

A fire at a home for older people in Anguruwatota, Sri Lanka, killed 12 residents and left eight others hospitalised. Authorities rescued 51 people from the facility, while police arrested the home`s director as investigations into the incident continue

Russian President Putin has said that putting pressure on Prime Minister Narendra Modi is detrimental to international relations and bilateral ties.The annual meeting with representatives of international news agencies traditionally provides an opportunity to discuss international events

India condemned the attack on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon that killed a Serbian soldier and injured two others. The UN has launched an investigation, while Secretary-General Antnio Guterres warned that attacks on peacekeepers could constitute a war crime

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed Washington`s commitment to Kuwait`s security and condemned the deadly attack on Kuwait International Airport during talks with Kuwait`s foreign minister. The attack killed an Indian national and heightened concerns over regional stability

President Donald Trump is expected to announce what the White House described as three historic, beautiful, clean coal announcements focused on preserving existing coal-fired power plants

Amid the ongoing military operation, one of the most significant incidents was reported in the Balbal area of Zehri in the Khuzdar district.

Toyota will showcase its liquid hydrogen-powered TR LH2 Racing Prototype at the Circuit de la Sarthe ahead of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The demonstration highlights the automakers commitment to advancing hydrogen technology as a future motorsport and mobility solution

China criticized US Secretary of State Marco Rubio for his comments on the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown, accusing him of smearing its political system. Taiwan meanwhile urged Beijing to confront its past and acknowledge the historical events

SEBI has barred Rajesh Exports promoter and CEO Rajesh Mehta from dealing in the company`s securities, alleging large-scale financial misrepresentation and fund diversion. The regulator claimed the firm inflated consolidated revenues by over Rs 15 lakh crore through overseas subsidiaries

The Supreme Court dismissed the Wrestling Federation of India`s plea challenging a Delhi High Court order that allowed wrestler Vinesh Phogat to participate in selection trials. The apex court termed the matter infructuous due to subsequent developments and left all issues open