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Middle East tensions rise as Hezbollah rejects truce; Iran denies Kuwait strike

Hezbollah has rejected a US-backed ceasefire proposal with Israel, demanding a comprehensive truce and Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon. In the US, President Donald Trump criticised a House vote on the Iran war, calling it unpatriotic. Iran has denied responsibility for the attack on Kuwait airport

4 Jun 2026 11:08 pm
IndiGo to suspend flights to Hong Kong, Shanghai, Ho Chi Minh City

The airline said services to Langkawi (Malaysia), Krabi (Thailand), Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam), Hong Kong, and Shanghai (China) will be suspended from July 1, while flights to Siem Reap (Cambodia) will be halted from July 3

4 Jun 2026 9:32 pm
WR revises timetable for 48 trains from June 15, check details here

Passengers travelling on several long-distance trains via the Konkan Railway route will need to check their schedules carefully this monsoon season. According to Western Railway Chief Public Relations Officer Vineet Abhishek, the revised schedule will remain effective from June 15 to October 20

4 Jun 2026 8:30 pm
CJP demands Union Education Ministers resignation, plans protest on June 6

CJP leaders said the reported exposure of candidate information had raised fresh questions about cybersecurity standards and the management of national examination systems

4 Jun 2026 8:02 pm
Class 12 CBSE student from Saudi moves SC over withheld improvement exam result

The petitioner claims the delay has jeopardised his admission to a B.Tech programme and has sought directions for the declaration of his result or the conduct of a special examination for the cancelled subjects

4 Jun 2026 7:22 pm
FDA seizes adulterated and banned food products worth over Rs 37 lakh

The action was carried out on June 1 and 2 under the statewide campaign, Safe Food, Safe Medicines, Safe Maharashtra, launched by Maharashtra Food Safety Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe

4 Jun 2026 7:21 pm
Pune hooch tragedy: FDA inspects 226 methanol units across Maharashtra

According to the FDA, Maharashtra has 988 licensed methanol establishments, of which 51 are non-operational. As on Wednesday, officials had completed inspections at 226 establishments, while hundreds more remain under scrutiny as part of a special statewide audit

4 Jun 2026 7:16 pm
From one seed to 18 lakh saplings: How a Beed resident became green crusader

Hailing from Mamdapur village in Ambejogai tehsil, Sudhakar Deshmukh has dedicated his life to planting and distributing saplings across the state, turning everyday social occasions into opportunities for environmental action

4 Jun 2026 6:54 pm
UPSC uses real-time face authentication in prelims to strengthen exam security

The system matched candidates live images at exam centres with photographs submitted during the application process. The technology was deployed across 2,072 examination venues nationwide on May 24

4 Jun 2026 5:42 pm
Chad national caught with USD 145,000 during Mumbai Airport security check

The incident took place around midnight when the passenger was undergoing security screening at Terminal 2 of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), officials said

4 Jun 2026 5:17 pm
Ambassador Paramita Tripathi meets Indian nationals injured in Kuwait attack

India`s Ambassador to Kuwait, Paramita Tripathi, visited the mortuary and hospitals treating the injured, while the embassy coordinated assistance for victims, support for their families and the repatriation of the deceased`s mortal remains

4 Jun 2026 5:08 pm
Rahul Gandhi targets Modi government over NEET row after aspirants death

Rahul Gandhi criticised the Centre over the NEET-UG controversy after the reported death of medical aspirant Akanksha Chaturvedi. The Congress leader alleged systemic failures in the education sector and questioned the government`s handling of the examination row

4 Jun 2026 4:32 pm
Operation Delta Hunt: Gujarat detains 501 suspected illegal Bangladeshi national

A statewide enforcement drive under Operation Delta Hunt led to the detention of 501 individuals identified by authorities as suspected illegal Bangladeshi nationals across Gujarat. The operation involved coordinated action by police, crime branch, cyber cells and special units across multiple districts

4 Jun 2026 4:25 pm
Delhi hotel fire row: Hotel owner Lavkesh Bajaj sent to four-day police custody

A Delhi court has sent Lavkesh Bajaj, owner of the Flourish Stay B&B, to four days of police custody in connection with the Malviya Nagar hotel fire that killed 21 people. Investigators are probing alleged safety violations, staffing details and operational irregularities at the property

4 Jun 2026 4:23 pm
India targets 5,000 E85 fuel stations by 2027, says Hardeep Singh Puri

Speaking at the launch of the Maruti Suzuki WagonR Flex Fuel, Puri said that E85, a fuel blend containing up to 85 per cent ethanol, has been identified as the mono-fuel standard for flex-fuel vehicles under the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) specifications

4 Jun 2026 3:56 pm
PM Modi to visit Surat, Daman on June 5; unveil projects worth over Rs 22,600 cr

The visit will cover key infrastructure and public service initiatives aimed at improving connectivity, healthcare facilities and economic development across multiple regions

4 Jun 2026 3:01 pm
Ebola alert: Three returnees placed in home isolation in Chhattisgarhs Durg

Authorities clarified that none of the travellers are showing symptoms of Ebola virus disease and there is no known history of contact with infected individuals

4 Jun 2026 2:38 pm
Pakistan-linked gang networks: Maharashtra ATS detains four from Ahilyanagar

The officials said that the raids have been conducted at five locations, with further searches and verification exercises still continuing as part of a wider ATS operation

4 Jun 2026 2:30 pm
Delhi govt announces ex-gratia of Rs 10 lakh for kin of deceased

Police have identified nine of the 12 foreign nationals who died in the incident and have shared their details with the Ministry of External Affairs to facilitate the repatriation of the bodies to their respective countries

4 Jun 2026 2:00 pm
Rekha Gupta meets injured survivors; police hunt hotel manager in fire case

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited injured survivors of the Malviya Nagar hotel fire at Max Hospital, Saket, and reviewed their treatment. Meanwhile, police have intensified the investigation, with the hotel owner arrested and efforts underway to trace the manager

4 Jun 2026 1:59 pm
Delhi hotel fire: Preliminary inquiry suggests short circuit as possible cause

While the initial findings point towards an electrical fault, officials stressed that the exact cause will only be confirmed after a detailed forensic examination

4 Jun 2026 1:50 pm
Southwest monsoon reaches Kerala, marks official beginning of rainy season

The monsoon reached Kerala on June 4, a few days later than its usual onset date of 1 June. Earlier forecasts had suggested the monsoon would arrive as early as May 26, but its progress was delayed

4 Jun 2026 1:34 pm
Absolute incompetence of BJP unmasked by NFHS-6 data: Mallikarjun Kharge

Kharge claimed that the latest survey data exposed serious shortcomings in the government`s welfare efforts and accused the Centre of concealing information that reflects poorly on its performance

4 Jun 2026 1:22 pm
EAM Jaishankar, Delcy Rodriguez hold talks to boost India-Venezuela cooperation

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Venezuelas Acting President Delcy Rodriguez in New Delhi and discussed strengthening bilateral ties. The visit is expected to enhance cooperation in areas such as energy, trade, investment, healthcare and renewable energy

4 Jun 2026 12:42 pm
Donald Trump says Strait of Hormuz will reopen immediately after Iran deal

Trump indicated that talks aimed at preventing Iran from developing a nuclear weapon were moving forward and could potentially result in an agreement within days

4 Jun 2026 11:29 am
PM Modi meets Citi CEO Jane Fraser, discusses investment, AI and green energy

According to a statement issued by Citi, the meeting centred on ways to support India`s long-term economic priorities and strengthen collaboration between global financial institutions and the country`s growing economy

4 Jun 2026 10:24 am
Marco Rubio says China now drives most US foreign policy decisions

Speaking before both the Senate Appropriations Committee and the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Rubio described China as the most significant long-term strategic challenge facing the United States

4 Jun 2026 10:11 am
Delhi hotel fire: Owner Lavkesh Bajaj arrested after blaze kills 21

Delhi Police have arrested Lavkesh Bajaj, owner of the Flourish Stay B&B in Malviya Nagar, after a devastating fire killed 21 people and injured dozens. Investigators are probing alleged safety violations, overcrowding and evacuation failures at the property

4 Jun 2026 10:09 am
Israeli military says air raid alarms sounded in northern Israel

Air raid sirens were activated in northern Israel on Thursday after a suspicious aerial target was detected near Kfar Yuval. The Israeli military later said the incident had concluded without injuries, while another alert was determined to be a false alarm

4 Jun 2026 10:01 am
Delhi-NCR braces for rainy spell as monsoon advances towards India

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Thursday and Friday, warning residents about light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds

4 Jun 2026 9:59 am
CBSE receives massive re-evaluation response, thwarts major cyber threat

CBSE received over 56,000 applications for answer-sheet verification and re-evaluation while successfully defending its systems against a major cyber attack. The application window remains open until June 6

4 Jun 2026 9:54 am
Three killed in massive hospital fire in Bihar`s Muzaffarpur

At least three people were killed and several others injured after a major fire broke out at a private hospital in Bihar`s Muzaffarpur. Authorities suspect a short circuit in the ICU triggered the blaze, and an investigation is underway

4 Jun 2026 9:25 am
Sooryavanshi will pass Test with flying colours

Vaibhav has shown he can be a superstar in T20s, but whats even more exciting is his ability to adjust as per the match situation which gives me confidence that he can adapt to red-ball cricket as naturally as a fish takes to water

4 Jun 2026 9:20 am
Marco Rubio says Quad focuses on maritime security and Indo-Pacific projects

Rubio noted that he recently participated in a Quad foreign ministers` meeting in India and said the four countries were now focused on implementing concrete projects rather than limiting cooperation to diplomatic discussions

4 Jun 2026 9:18 am
NASA ends decade-long Mars mission after spacecraft loss

NASA has officially ended its MAVEN Mars mission after losing contact with the spacecraft in December 2025. The orbiter spent more than 11 years studying the Martian atmosphere, far exceeding its planned mission lifespan

4 Jun 2026 9:15 am
US Secretary Rubio says Quad leaders summit likely on sidelines of global event

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said efforts are underway to hold a Quad leaders` meeting later this year on the sidelines of a global gathering in the Indo-Pacific region. He described the Quad as an important alliance for regional security and cooperation

4 Jun 2026 8:49 am
It all happened at Lords

Todays England vs NZ Test will be the 150th at the spiritual home of cricket. Presenting an alphabetical recall of events there

4 Jun 2026 8:45 am
CID expands investigation into hooch tragedy that killed 18

The Maharashtra CID has intensified its investigation into the spurious liquor tragedy that claimed 18 lives in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad. Ten special teams have been formed to trace the methanol supply chain and identify all those involved

4 Jun 2026 8:43 am
Ukraine strikes Russian oil terminal, docked warship

Ukrainian drones struck an oil terminal and a warship in dry dock near St Petersburg ahead of a major economic forum attended by Vladimir Putin. The attacks came amid escalating cross-border strikes, with Russia also reporting civilian casualties in Donetsk

4 Jun 2026 8:31 am
Israel and Lebanon agree on ceasefire framework in US-mediated talks

Israel and Lebanon have agreed on a framework for implementing a ceasefire following US-mediated talks in Washington. The discussions focused on ending hostilities, strengthening Lebanese security forces, establishing pilot security zones and addressing the role of Hezbollah

4 Jun 2026 8:18 am
Mumbai car crash highlights danger of loose manhole covers before monsoon

A car accident on Mumbais Malabar Hill, allegedly caused by a loose manhole cover, has renewed concerns over civic safety ahead of the monsoon. The incident highlights the urgent need for authorities to inspect, secure and repair manhole and gutter covers to prevent avoidable accidents

4 Jun 2026 8:15 am
Rubio denies receiving Pakistan`s `warning` on Iran

Marco Rubio denied reports that Pakistan had conveyed a warning about Iran potentially demonstrating a nuclear weapon. Speaking during a congressional hearing, Rubio said he was unaware of any such communication reaching the US administration

4 Jun 2026 8:12 am
Bihar: Khan Sirs coaching institute vandalised in Patna; three arrested

A coaching institute run by educator Faisal Khan, popularly known as Khan Sir, was allegedly vandalised and pelted with stones in Patna. Police arrested three people, including the director of a rival coaching centre, while investigating claims that shots were fired during the incident

4 Jun 2026 8:09 am
Cockroach Janta Party appoints three spokespersons ahead of June 6 protest

Investigative journalist Saurav Das is chief spokesperson, while political researcher and filmmaker Vijeta Dahiya, and former management consultant Ashutosh Ranka would represent the CJP before the public and media

4 Jun 2026 8:09 am
Israeli strike hits car near Beirut ahead of Lebanon-Israel talks in Washington

An Israeli strike hit a car on a busy highway in Khaldeh, south of Beirut, hours before Lebanon and Israel were set to resume talks in Washington. The attack came days after a US-brokered agreement aimed at reducing hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah

4 Jun 2026 8:07 am
First Airbus A350-1000ULR test flight marks milestone for 22-hour journeys

Airbus has successfully completed the first flight of the A350-1000ULR, the aircraft selected by Qantas for its Project Sunrise programme. Designed for ultra-long-haul travel, the jet will support nonstop flights between Sydney and London lasting up to 22 hours

4 Jun 2026 8:05 am
TMC faces first major split as rebel MLAs seize legislature party control in WB

The All India Trinamool Congress faced its first split in 28 years after 58 rebel MLAs backed expelled leader Ritabrata Banerjee as Leader of Opposition. The faction secured recognition from the Assembly Speaker, triggering a major political crisis

4 Jun 2026 8:03 am
West Bengal starts Rs 3,000 monthly transfers under Annapurna Yojana

The West Bengal government launched Annapurna Yojana and began transferring Rs 3,000 per month to 28.25 lakh verified women beneficiaries in its first phase. The scheme replaces the earlier Lakshmir Bhandar programme, which provided up to Rs 1,500 monthly assistance

4 Jun 2026 8:01 am
Tropical storm Jangmi disrupts transport and leaves 60,000 homes without power

Severe tropical storm Jangmi swept across Japan with strong winds and heavy rain, causing widespread disruptions to transport services, businesses and power supply. Nearly 60,000 homes experienced outages as the storm moved northeast south of Tokyo

4 Jun 2026 7:58 am
Delhi restaurant fire: Police form teams to trace hotel owner

Officials said coordinated raids are being conducted at several locations across the national capital to trace and arrest the accused. According to sources, the hotel owner has been identified as Lokesh Bajaj

3 Jun 2026 9:04 pm