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Watch: Lung cancer breakthroughs, Nipah alert & womens health challenges | The Hindu Health Wrap

In this weeks edition of The Hindu Health Wrap, we discuss a promising study that could help predict lung cancer years before diagnosis, examine

Light to moderate rains lash Mumbai, offer relief from heat

No major waterlogging or rain-related incidents were reported during the period, officials said

Summer Solstice 2026 June 21: Why its the longest day of the year, its significance, science behind it, and how it affects you

Summer Solstice 2026: Today, 21 June 2026, marks the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. Caused by Earth's 2

Thousands join International Yoga Day events worldwide

International Day of Yoga is celebrated globally on June 21 every year, since its adoption by the United Nations in 2014

Heart to heart with Vijaynarain Rangarajan

Vijaynarain Rangarajans journey is one of passion and self-discoverythis World Music Day, the singer-reflects on his influences, creative process

Rise of Gurnoor Brar, Prasidh Krishna gives India shot in the arm on road to 2027 ODI World Cup

India's fringe bowlers showcased promising talent in the ODI series against Afghanistan, offering optimism for the team's support bowling options

Chaos at Delhi Flipkart Creator Fest Over Gift Hampers

Viral videos showed crowds rushing toward stacks of goodie bags, with some attendees reportedly engaging in verbal altercations and pushing to se

FIFA World Cup 2026: Brian Brobbey scores fourth-fastest brace in tournament's history

Netherlands star Brian Brobbey has entered the record books after scoring the fourth fastest braces in FIFA World Cup history, during his side's

Chemical contaminants, climate change and AMR are complicating food-borne illnesses: India needs to step up its game, say experts

WHO estimates show nearly one in nine people globally fall ill each year due to contaminated food; experts warn climate change, antimicrobial res

Uttarakhand government rejects communal angle in Hemkund Sahib Yatra incident

The Uttarakhand Government on Saturday clarified that a recently reported controversial incident during the Hemkund Sahib Yatra should not be vie

Indian Navy commissions three indigenously built warships: Dunagiri, Sanshodhak, and Agray

India's naval might has been significantly bolstered with the commissioning of three indigenously built warships in Kolkata. Prime Minister Naren

Ladakh civilsociety groups call for shutdown over Centres backtracking on May 22 agreement

All shops and business centres will remain closed on June 23 while only transport will be allowed because of the ongoing tourist season, says Lad

U.S. Vice-President Vance arrives in Switzerland to launch talks with Iran on its nuclear programme

The framework was signed last week, and now top U.S. and Iran negotiators are in a 60-day sprint to reach agreement on the technical details

Ram Temple donation row: Limited CCTV footage poses hurdle to SIT probing Ram temple donation 'theft'

A Special Investigation Team probing alleged embezzlement of Ram Temple donations faces a challenge as CCTV footage is only retained for 45 days.

Come inside Iran's World Cup hotel in Mexico, where fans turn up to cheer

Despite political hurdles and visa issues forcing Iran's World Cup team to relocate to Tijuana, Mexico, a jubilant atmosphere surrounds them. Ded

Tunisia vs Japan Clash Marks Historic 1,000th FIFA World Cup Match

Historic moment as Tunisia vs Japan clash becomes the 1,000th match in FIFA World Cup history

Jaishankar, Akshay Kumar to FM Sitharaman, leaders, celebrities perform yoga on Intl Yoga Day

Tamil Nadu: One killed, 26 injured in explosion at firecracker factory in Thoothukudi

A devastating explosion at a firecracker unit in Tamil Nadu's Thoothukudi district claimed one life and injured 26 workers, three critically. The

FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran coach says team still faces unfair treatment from US ahead of second match

Iran's coach Amir Ghalenoei expressed frustration over travel restrictions and visa issues imposed by the US at the World Cup, impacting his team

CM Adityanath directs officials to take stringent action against illegal mining, cattle smuggling

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has ordered a crackdown on illegal mining, cattle smuggling, and various mafia networks across the s

India cap has to be earned

There should be a clear months rest for our players in the year. India is blessed with talent and so you can rotate the players but that is cheap

Indian Armed Forces Celebrate International Yoga Day at Heights and Depths

New Delhi, June 21: International Yoga Day is being celebrated across the country. The Indian Navy and Central Armed Forces marked this occasion

Israeli fire kills nine people in Gaza, including a child and journalist, medics say

Israeli strikes in Gaza on Saturday claimed at least nine lives, including a child and Al Jazeera cameraman Ahmed Wishah. Health officials report

Australia Tops Group A with Third Consecutive Win in Womens T20 World Cup

New Delhi, June 21: Australia continues to showcase an impressive performance in the Womens T20 World Cup 2026. With their third consecutive vict

FIFA World Cup 2026: Curacao earn first point as they hold Ecuador to goalless draw

Ecuador's hopes in World Cup 2026 took a hit after they could only manage a goalless draw against Curacao in Kansas City. They controlled the bal

Britain's King Charles to Reveal Personal Tax Bill: Reports

British monarchs are legally exempt from paying certain taxes, though they have paid some duties on a voluntary basis for decades

Heavy Rain Expected in Six Districts of Tamil Nadu, IMD Predicts Week-Long Downpour

Chennai, June 21: The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Chennai has forecast heavy rainfall in six districts of Tamil Nadu. According to th

FIFA World Cup 2026 Live: Tunisia Vs Japan at Monterrey

Tunisia and Japan meet in a key Group F clash, with both teams desperate for victory to keep their FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification hopes alive.

NEET re-exam: Dharmendra Pradhan urges candidates to appear fearlessly, free of anxiety

Union Education Minister said he has complete faith in the National Testing Agency (NTA), State Governments, district administrations, the educat

Cockroach Janta Party overnight protest: Abhijeet Dipke claims authorities cut off water, electricity at Jantar Mantar

Protesters at Jantar Mantar, demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over examination controversies, face water suppl

Missed JEE Advanced by 2 marks, now ISRO scientist: Meerut youth who studied on YouTube without costly coaching will help power Indias space programme

Missing JEE Advanced by a mere two marks didn't deter Meerut's Sanket Kumar. He self-studied, aced the exam the following year, and joined IIST.

Devotees Gather for Grand Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar Temple

Ujjain, June 21: The Mahakaleshwar Temple witnessed a significant turnout of devotees for the Bhasma Aarti of Baba Mahakal on the seventh day of

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Rail Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Highlights Indias Progress Amid Opposition Criticism

Bikaner, June 21: On the occasion of International Yoga Day, Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal and Rail Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, along with

Can yoga help age better? Why healthy ageing is the theme of Yoga Day 2026

International Yoga Day Celebrated with Enthusiasm in Jammu and Kashmir

Srinagar, June 21: The 12th International Yoga Day saw a remarkable display of enthusiasm among the people of Jammu and Kashmir. In Jammu, a uniq

Over 22 lakh candidates set to appear for NEET-UG re-exam today; security stepped up

NEET-UG 2026 re-exam Sunday 21 June: Authorities have deployed extensive police forces, surveillance and jammers across thousands of centers to p

Man charged over suspected anti-Muslim attacks in Edinburgh

Footage posted online showed a bare-chested man, believed to be the suspect, roaming streets of the Scottish capital with a large weapon

International Yoga Day Celebrated in Jammu and Kashmir with Enthusiastic Participation

Srinagar, June 21: International Yoga Day is being celebrated across the country and the world. A large number of people are participating in yog

Thousands to join International Yoga Day celebrations in southern US

This years events are focused on expanding outreach to cover underserved communities through Spanish-language yoga sessions and adaptive chair yo

Sophie Ecclestone Makes History as First English Bowler to Achieve 150 T20 International Wickets

New Delhi, June 21: The Womens T20 World Cup 2026 continues to showcase thrilling performances, with England securing a victory against Scotland

Iran World Cup travel restrictions to be eased, says coach Amir Ghalenoei

The Iranian squad arrived at the World Cup with their country still at war with co-hosts the United States, and have been based in Mexico while p

Sooryavanshi's 'Dangal' Warning Before Facing Sri Lanka A In Tri-Nation Final

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will be in focus as India A take on Sri Lanka A in the final of the much-hyped Tri-Nation A Series in Dambulla on Sunday

Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz after Israel strikes on Lebanon kill at least 15

Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday killed at least 16 people, including two children, hours after reports emerged of a ceasefire agr

Father-Child AI Prompts: 10+ best prompts for royal family portraits, emotional masterpieces and stunning cinematic photo edits

Father-Child AI Prompts: Father's Day 2026 offers a unique opportunity to elevate cherished father-child photos into extraordinary artwork using

Indian man jailed for five years in UK-France immigrant smuggling case

According to the CPS, evidence recovered from Singhs mobile devices included messages, voice notes, images and videos linked to the smuggling net

Khan Sir gets interim relief from court in coaching institute firing case

The court upheld a no-coercive action order, directing the police not to take any harsh action against him until the next hearing in connection w

Claude Guillemot, Co-founder Of 'Assassin's Creed' Company Ubisoft Killed In Plane Crash

Claude Guillemot, co-founder of Ubisoft and one of the creators behind the Assassin's Creed and Far Cry franchises, has died at the age of 69 aft

Ladakh leaders defend Sonam Wangchuks participation in CJP protest

They asserted that he attended in his personal capacity and that his engagement with national issues would not undermine Ladakhs movement

US, Iran negotiators add 'emergency session' on Israel-Hezbollah conflict in Switzerland meet

Peace talks between the US and Iran in Switzerland have been urgently expanded to include the Israel-Hezbollah conflict, marking a significant sh

FIFA-AIFF Telangana Talent Academy launched to nurture young footballers

Located at the Gachibowli Stadium Complex, the Academy will provide year-round high-performance training, with residential facilities, education,

U.S. Vice President Vance Departs for Switzerland to Discuss Iran Talks

Washington, June 21: U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance has departed for Switzerland, where he aims to advance discussions regarding Irans nuclear pr

What To Gift Dad Who Wants Nothing? ChatGPT Builds A Budget-Wise List

Looking for Father's Day gift ideas? ChatGPT suggests thoughtful, budget-friendly gifts for dads who say they want nothing.

England Triumphs Over Scotland by 38 Runs in Womens T20 World Cup

Leeds, June 21: In a thrilling encounter at the Womens T20 World Cup 2026, England secured a convincing victory against Scotland, winning by 38 r

FIFA World Cup 2026 | Tunisia VS Japan LIVE updates: Group F match gets underway

Having been thrashed by Sweden, Tunisia would have to play their best football when they face Japan on June 20, 2026 in a Group F match

'We are all grateful to PM Modi': Top ministers, CMs perform yoga across India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi led International Yoga Day celebrations in Kolkata, emphasizing Yoga for Healthy Ageing and its role in maintaining

100 years of Mehboob: A legacy that lives on

On World Music Day, generations of music lovers reminisce the stories and songs of maverick musician H Mehboob

From Texas To Times Square, Yoga Day Sees Huge Participation Across US

Yoga is practiced by tens of millions of Americans and has become one of the most visible examples of India's cultural influence in the country.

NEET UG Re-Exam 2026 June 21: Reporting time, gate closing deadline, dress code, dos and donts, admit card and centre rules you need to check

NEET UG 2026 reporting time: The NEET UG 2026 re-examination is scheduled for June 21. Candidates must adhere to strict reporting times, with gat

Yoga Now World's Largest Community Celebration: PM Modi On Yoga Day

Speaking at the 12th International Day of Yoga celebrations in Kolkata, PM Modi said June 21, the longest day on the Earth, is now recognised wor

Leaders Celebrate International Yoga Day, Highlight Indias Cultural Heritage as a Global Movement

New Delhi, June 21: On the occasion of International Yoga Day, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh and Home Minister Amit Shah, along with several pro

UK PM Starmer ready to quit as per report, but source says he is still focused on the job

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly preparing to resign Monday, facing mounting pressure after a significant election win in 2024. His lead

UK PM Starmer May Quit on Monday Amid Leadership Speculation: Report

On Friday, Starmer said he would fight any challenge to his leadership and urged Labour members not to damage the party through internal division

'Be More Energetic At 50 Than You Were At 30': PM's Top Quotes At Yoga Event

12th International Day of Yoga: PM Modi said June 21, the longest day on the Earth, is now recognised worldwide as a day of yoga.

Sleepless nights watching the beautiful game

Remembering Italia 90, the dream nights when the roar of the game mixed with the cadences of rain

Celebrating International Yoga Day: Indian Chief Ministers Promote Daily Practice

New Delhi, June 21: On the occasion of International Yoga Day, Chief Ministers from BJP-ruled states engaged in public yoga sessions early Sunday

Germany Triumphs Over Ivory Coast 2-1 in FIFA World Cup Match

Toronto, June 21: In an exhilarating Group E match of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Germany made a remarkable comeback to defeat Ivory Coast 2-1. The

FIFA World Cup 2026: Room heroics earn Curacao first-ever World Cup point against Ecuador

Eloy Rooms 15 saves are the most on record, since 1966, by any goalkeeper a World Cup match that did not feature extra-time

From WWII Fighter Airstrip To Yoga Day Stage: The Untold Story Of Kolkata's Red Road

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the 12th International Day of Yoga celebrations from Kolkata's historic Red Road, the event spotlighted a ven

Yoga has become world's largest community celebration, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared yoga the world's largest community celebration at Kolkata's 12th International Day of Yoga event. He highli

NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam: What's Different This Time? New Rules And Enhanced Security Measures

NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam: NTA announced several new rules and enhanced security measures to conduct a re-exam on June 21, 2026, after the paper leak

Germany Triumphs Over Ivory Coast 2-1, Secures Knockout Stage in FIFA World Cup 2026

Toronto, June 21: In an exhilarating Group E match of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Germany staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Ivory Coast 2-1. Th

In Focus-weekend | In Conversation with Romila Thapar: Is Hindutva compatible with democracy?

This weekend on In Focus, historian Romila Thapar discusses her memoir and the impact of Hindutva on Indian democracy today.

Bolivia declares state of emergency, deploys military to quell protests

Bolivia's President Rodrigo Paz has declared a 90-day state of emergency, deploying soldiers and bulldozers to dismantle disruptive anti-governme

Mumbai, why so angry?

Youve been multi-lingual, multi-cultural, multi-coloured, multi-cuisine. By and large, youve been friendly.

NEET UG 2026 Re-Test Today: Check Candidate Support Measures At Centres

NTA announced comfort and safety measures for NEET UG 2026 re-exam including power backup, lighting, fans, and wall clocks at all centres.

'Yoga keeps our energy level high...': PM Modi performs Yoga in Kolkata on International Yoga Day

Who is Baal?

This victory makes Baal the natural candidate for kingship among the gods.

Pune traffic relief in sight as PMRDA fast-tracks railway overbridges

The agreement aims to ensure the speedy and quality construction of Railway Overbridges (ROBs) and Railway Underpasses (RUBs) within the PMRDA ju

Jharkhand T20 League: Jamshedpur Steelers Secure Semifinal Spot with 31-Run Victory Over Dhanbad Diamonds

Ranchi, June 21: Jamshedpur Steelers triumphed over Dhanbad Diamonds by 31 runs under the Duckworth-Lewis rule in the 21st match of the Jharkhand

PM Modi Highlights the Power of Yoga on International Yoga Day

Kolkata, June 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the main event of the 12th International Yoga Day at Red Road in Kolkata on Sunday morning. Ad

US Centcom says Iran does not control Hormuz after Tehran closes strait over Israeli strikes in Lebanon

Iran has declared the Strait of Hormuz closed following Israeli strikes in Lebanon, citing violations of a ceasefire. However, the US Central Com

Opinion: Safe...For Now: Rohit Sharma And The Curious Art Of Delaying The Inevitable

By the time Rohit Sharma had walked out to bat in Chennai on Saturday evening, he would have known the conversations about him.

Happy Fathers Day 2026 wishes, messages and quotes: 100 best greetings for the special dad in your life

Happy Fathers Day 2026 Wishes, Messages And Quotes: Father's Day is here, making it the perfect time to celebrate the dads, grandfathers and fath

PM Modi Leads International Yoga Day Event From Kolkata's Iconic Red Road

The 12th edition of the International Day of Yoga is being observed across the country and around the world on Sunday under the theme 'Yoga for H

Iran delegation, led by Speaker Ghalibaf, arrives in Switzerland for first round of technical talks with US

An Iranian delegation, led by Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf, has arrived in Zurich for crucial technical talks with the US. This follows a recent m

Women entrepreneurs reimagining rural livelihoods; How Sarvam AIs funding boosted VC inflow

Meet the women founders building businesses that are transforming livelihoods and communities. Meanwhile, total funding for the week (June 13-19)

Netherlands Dominates Sweden 5-1 in FIFA World Cup Showdown

Houston, June 21: In a stunning display at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Netherlands triumphed over Sweden with a score of 5-1 in Group F. This vi

Israeli Army Confirms Journalist Killed In Gaza, Calls Him 'Hamas' Terrorist

The Israeli military said Saturday it had carried out a strike that killed Al Jazeera journalist Ahmed Wishah in Gaza

LIVE: NEET-UG 2026 Re-Exam Today Amid Tight Security

Commenting on the arrangements, Union Minister Ramdas Athawale said the Centre had taken strict measures to prevent any malpractice during the ex