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Major Decline in IT Shares Following Accentures Weak Forecast

Mumbai, June 19: A significant sell-off in IT shares occurred on Friday after global technology services firm Accenture revised its revenue growt

Government to Deploy Over 100 Officials for VB-G Ram Ji Act Implementation

New Delhi, June 19: The Developed India Guarantee for Employment and Livelihood Guarantee Mission Rural (VB-G Ram Ji) Act is set to be implemen

Doctor attendance up, NTR Vaidya Seva beneficiaries rise: Health Ministers report to CM

Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav submits report to the Chief Minister on the progress made by the State in the health sector over the past two y

Kerala Police investigate I love Pakistan message found on vessel at Cochin Shipyard

The message, inscribed on an internal wall of the vessel using a sharp object, was noticed by employees engaged in maintenance work

MPEDA trains 5,000 in value-added seafood products; regional olympiad held at Pamarru

Competitions were conducted in Krishna district in making value added seafood products to improve skills among workers in aqua companies, says JD

Indian jurist elected as Judge of International Tribunal of the Law of the Sea

The International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) is an independent judicial body established by the 1982 United Nations Convention on th

CJPs Dipke writes to PM over crisis of paper leaks; flags student deaths, appeals for 1 crore compensation to families

Abhijeet Dipke claimed that 11 students had died by suicide in recent weeks, including five deaths in the last 48 hours

BJP Lawmaker Accuses SP of Prioritizing Terrorists Over Youth and Farmers

Bagpat, June 19: BJP legislator Nand Kishore Gurjar has sharply criticized the Samajwadi Party (SP), accusing it of prioritizing terrorists over

Israel Strikes Lebanon as Hezbollah Clashes Threaten Iran-US Truce

Fresh Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon raise concerns over the newly signed Iran-US agreement aimed at ending regional hostilities

Madhya Pradesh High Court vacates stay on SSE-2025 main exam of MPPSC

Accepting the request, the division Bench vacated the interim stay and permitted the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) to conduct

ICC Women's T20 World Cup: Prema Rawat To Replace Shreyanka Patil

Shreyanka Patil sustained an ankle injury while fielding during India's match against the Netherlands on Wednesday.

Nora Fatehi Shares Heartfelt Moment as Family Cheers for Her at FIFA World Cup 2026

The actress headlined the second FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony in Toronto, where she performed SIIR SIIR before an international audience.

Body of Missing 12-Year-Old Found in Well in Koderma

Koderma, June 19: A shocking incident has unfolded in Koderma district, where the body of a 12-year-old boy, missing for six days, was discovered

A Tale Of Two Tigers On Shiv Sena's Foundation Day

For Uddhav Thackeray, this is the most challenging time. The latest rebellion has put in question his ability to hold on to his party

US-Iran Peace Deal Drops Netanyahu Into A Box As Election Deadline Nears

Benjamin Netanyahu is constrained by Donald Trump's peace push on Iran and Lebanon. Here's what Israel can do now - and how it plays out domestic

Ban Not Disproportionate: No Court Relief For Telegram Against Centre's Move

Ban Not Disproportionate: No Court Relief For Telegram Against Centres Move Over NEET

Anbumani welcomes TVK governments assurance on Social Justice Survey

Mr. Anbumani said despite urging various Chief Ministers over the past 46 yearsfrom M.G.R. down to M.K. Stalinthis demand had not materialised du

Former PM IK Gujral's son loses nearly Rs 8 crore in cyber fraud. Here's how scamsters fooled ex Rajya Sabha MP's company

Former MP Naresh Gujral lost Rs 7.8 crore in a cyber fraud. Scammers impersonated him on a messaging app and manipulated an employee's phone reco

Why should the Indian Crew Die? : Wife of deceased Seafarer demands justice and answers from Centre

The wife of Chief Engineer Patnala Suresh Bhargavi on Friday demanded a response from the State and Central government and sought clarity on comp

Kerala Budget: Decision to slash tax on All India Permit vehicles by 50% expected to reduce off-shore registration of Kerala vehicles

According to office-bearers of Luxury Bus Owners Association Kerala, decision will significantly benefit Keralas public transport and tourism sec

16 Dead In Israeli Strikes On Lebanon As US-Iran Talks Pushed Back

Lebanon's state-run National News Agency reported at least 16 people were killed in Israeli airstrikes, which the Israeli military said were ongo

From its deep roots in ancient India, yoga has become truly universal: Guterres

The United Nations celebrated the International Day of Yoga with a focus on healthy aging. UN chief Antonio Guterres emphasised yoga's universal

Two red cards, broken leg and tears as Canada thrashes Qatar 6-0 in FIFA World Cup

Qatar faced its worst World Cup night with a 6-0 loss to Canada. The team played with nine men after two red cards. A serious injury to Canadian

Fans are fuming after FIFA World Cup tickets they bought through resale sites fall through

World Cup fans face major ticket troubles. Many are missing games after buying from resale sites like StubHub. Tickets are not transferring to FI

Case Filed against Krishnalanka CI over Saikrishnas Custodial Disappearance

The police department has already placed the Inspector under suspension in connection with the missing case

Best Brazilian Portuguese saying of the day: 'To prod the jaguar with a short stick.' Dangerous life lesson about picking fights you can't win

Best Brazilian Portuguese Saying of the Day: To prod the jaguar with a short stick is a traditional Brazilian proverb that warns against provokin

Hyderabad Police Seizes 825 kg Fake Paneer Made Of Synthetic Milk, Vegetable Fat

Inspections found vendors selling paneer without licenses, using non-milk fats, starch, and unhygienic storage, posing health risks.

What is Andy Burnham's 'Manchesterism' vision for the UK?

Andy Burnham is now a leading contender to become the next Prime Minister. He brings his Manchesterism economic vision to national politics. Burn

Keralas Chief Minister Presents First Budget, Aims for New Era of Kerala

Thiruvananthapuram, June 19: Keralas Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan unveiled his first budget on Friday, marking a significant milestone in his ov

Great Nicobar project: Ramesh flags non-transparency in latest letter to Environment Minister

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has raised concerns about the Great Nicobar Island project. He has written to the Environment Minister, highlightin

Delhi High Court Upholds Temporary Ban on Telegram Ahead of NEET Re-Exam

New Delhi, June 19: The Delhi High Court has upheld the governments decision to impose a temporary ban on the Telegram app platform ahead of the

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke writes to PM Modi; flags student suicides, demands Pradhan's ouster

Ahead of a protest, Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke urged PM Modi to provide Rs 1 crore compensation to families of students who all

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After Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase Blocks Anthropic Access For Hong Kong Employees

JPMorgan Chase stops Hong Kong staff from using Anthropic AI models amid rising US-China tensions over AI technology.

US Vice President Vance Postpones Trip to Switzerland for Iran Talks

The signing of the deal on Wednesday by Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian set in motion a 60-day period for talks on wider issues bet

Government Approves Large-Scale MSP Purchases for Pulses and Oilseeds in Four States, Uttar Pradesh to Benefit Most

New Delhi, June 19: The central government has approved large-scale purchases of pulses and oilseeds at minimum support prices (MSP) in four stat

NEET-UG re-exam: Delhi HC rejects Telegrams appeal against temporary ban

Justice Tejas Karia noted that governments pro active measures are least restrictive adding that it cannot be held that the order is disproportio

Dirty Tanker Water In Pune? Resident Warns Of A 'Silent Health Pandemic'

A Pune-based entrepreneur has alleged that his housing society received discoloured tanker water despite spending nearly Rs 70 lakh a year on pri

A Tired Tiger: Why Another Shiv Sena Split May Now be Inevitable

Many MPs think Sena (UBT)'s prospects are limited in current form, even if Uddhav and Raj Thackeray come together.

Two Wanted KZF Members Deported from Malaysia, Arrested by Punjab Police

New Delhi, June 19: Punjab Police has successfully deported two wanted members of the banned Khalistan Zindabad Force (KZF) from Malaysia, follow

Iran to lodge complaint with FIFA over World Cup restrictions: team

Irans football federation alleges that its team was subject to travel restrictions during their tournament in the USA.

What does Shahid Kapoor eat in a day? Nutritionist reveals Cocktail 2 stars vegetarian diet behind his lean and muscular physique

Actor Shahid Kapoor maintains a well-toned physique on a vegetarian diet, emphasizing protein and balanced meals. His daily intake includes South

H-Fast Busts Unlicensed Fast-food Godown in Charminar; Seizes Adulterated Food

During the inspection, it was found that food items were being prepared and stored under extremely unhygienic and hazardous conditions, posing a

What does the India-Russia logistics agreement allow? | Explained

What is RELOS, and does it allow India and Russia to station troops on each others territory?

NEET re-exam: NTA issues safety advisory; sends WhatsApp updates regarding admit cards

NTA is sending reminder SMS and emails to candidates to download their admit cards for the re-examination on Sunday, 21 June 2026, the agency sai

Preparations Intensify for Naina Devi Temple Foundation Day, Thousands Expected on June 23

Nainital, June 19: Preparations are in full swing for the foundation day of the world-renowned Naina Devi Temple. The temple administration and t

Cockroach Janta Party Seeks Pradhans Resignation, Rs 1 Crore Aid for Families

Student-led group writes to PM Modi, citing exam crisis, paper leak controversy and alleged student suicides.

Why 'Keeda Jadi' AKA 'Himalayan Gold' Attracts Thousands In Nepal

The fungus appears in the spring when the snow melts. If harvesters don't find it within this window, the fungus will rot or be eaten by wild ani

India tests it heaviest 120mm mortar system 'Garudastra', check range, firing rate, drone integration and key features

Private sector firm Nibe limited demonstrated a 120mm vehicle-mounted system to Indian Army at Madhya Pradesh. This advanced weapon offers rapid

West Bengal Police Officer Arrested in Coal Smuggling Case

Kolkata, June 19: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested police officer Manoranjan Mandal in connection with a high-profile coal smuggling

Mumbai Bus Services Hit As Transport Body Employees Go On Indefinite Strike

The BEST undertaking is yet to issue an official statement on the exact impact of the strike, which has been called by the BEST Sanyukt Kamgar Kr

Fire Breaks Out At Tokyo Elementary School, 300 Students And Staff Evacuated

Firefighters rescued one teacher and several schoolchildren out of the building, with non-life-threatening injuries, the department said.

Environmental Clearance Revoked For Rs 2,000-Crore Chennai Housing Project

The project, which envisages around 1,400 housing units in Perumbakkam near the ecologically sensitive Pallikaranai marshland, has been at the ce

Shabana Azmi Celebrates 41st Wedding Anniversary of Baba and Tanvi Azmi

Mumbai, June 19: Actress Shabana Azmi has extended her warm wishes to her brother, cinematographer and filmmaker Baba Azmi, and sister-in-law Tan

'Centre's order is well-founded': Delhi high court dismisses Telegram plea over ban before NEET retest

Delhi High Court upheld the Centre's temporary ban on Telegram, citing its potential misuse for exam fraud and misinformation ahead of the NEET-U

NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam: NMC Restricts Student Leave At Medical Colleges On June 20-21

NEET 2026 Re-Exam: NMC has directed all medical colleges not to grant leave to students on June 20 and 21, 2026, unless there is an unavoidable r

Senator Questions Strategic Value of Iran Agreement, Highlights Unresolved Issues

Washington, June 19: Senior Democratic leader Mark Warner has raised concerns about the strategic implications of the recently signed agreement b

Romila Thapar: Nehruvian elite not responsible for rise of Hindutva

Thapar on secularism and democracy, and why the appeal of Hindutva must be understood through history

U.S.-Iran talks planned for June 19 are off: Switzerland

The announcement came after a White House spokesperson said overnight that U.S. Vice-President J.D. Vance had pulled out of the planned trip

Trump Honors Three American Soldiers with Medal of Honor for Valor and Sacrifice

Washington, June 19: President Donald Trump awarded the Medal of Honor, the highest military honor in the United States, to three retired soldier

Quote of the Day by Pythagoras: Anger begins with folly, and ends with Greek philosopher's words capture timeless truth about human emotion

Ancient Greek philosopher Pythagoras offered a timeless insight into anger. His quote 'Anger begins with folly, and ends with repentance' warns a

Telegram ban: Delhi HC upholds India's temporary ban on WhatsApp rival ahead of NEET re-test

The Delhi High Court has backed the government's decision to temporarily restrict Telegram access until June 22. This measure aims to stop the sp

US-Iran talks in doubt as Vance delays Switzerland trip

JD Vance and his delegation have postponed the trip to Geneva to meet Iranian negotiators, the White House said, citing logistical issues.

No Impact of El Nino in Godavari Districts

Agriculture officials have prepared a contingency plan for the El Nino affected areas, in particular the upland areas

On the Dong Ho woodblock paintings of Vietnam

This 400-year tradition from Vietnam was added to the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage last year

Nora Fatehi Reflects on Memorable Moments After FIFA World Cup Performance

Mumbai, June 19: Bollywoods dancing diva, Nora Fatehi, expressed her gratitude for the unforgettable moments she has experienced throughout her c

New OTT releases this weekend: 9 new movies and shows coming on Netflix, JioHotstar, Prime Video and more

From new seasons of Sugar to Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar, this weekend's OTT lineup brings crime thrillers, spy dramas, romantic stories and comedy seri

Bringing us closer: PM Modi announces wider UPI rollout, education initiatives in France

Prime Minister Modi's recent announcement regarding the launch of India's UPI in France is set to revolutionize financial interactions between th

Mishmi Takins: A mysterious Himalayan mammal spotted in Sikkim that looks like an antelope but is actually a rare goat-like creature

A rare video of Mishmi takins in Sikkim has gone viral. These unusual animals were spotted in Bakuchaang by tourism and forest staff. Mishmi taki

8 militants arrested for extortion, supply of arms in Manipur

Security forces have apprehended eight militants from two factions of a banned outfit in Manipur. These individuals are accused of extortion and

Sena-UBT Split: Rebels Fly to Delhi in Private Jets

The Uddhav Thackeray-led faction has issued show-cause notices to the dissidents, giving them seven days to explain their conduct

Father's Day 2026: When life stopped after class 12, a fathers support changed everything, helping him rise, rebuild, and find his own path

A father's unwavering support empowered his son, Rahul, to choose independence after his education halted. Rahul opened a paan stall, with his fa

Harshit Rana Joins Indian Team for Third ODI Against Afghanistan

New Delhi, June 19: Harshit Rana has been included in the Indian cricket team for the third ODI against Afghanistan. He has completed his rehabil

LNG Tanker Disha Successfully Reaches Dahej After Three-Month Wait

Bharuch, June 19: After a three-month wait, the LNG tanker Disha has successfully crossed the Hormuz Strait and arrived at the Dahej terminal in

Chanting Mantras Made Mandatory In Chhattisgarh Government Schools, Row Erupts

Defending the move, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai said the initiative is aimed at character-building for children.

BEST employees go on indefinite strike; public bus services hit in Mumbai

Striking employees allegedly prevented buses from leaving the depots, forcing commuters to rely on alternative modes of transport, such as autori

Rupee rises 20 paise to 94.20 against U.S. dollar

Forex traders said the rupee opened on a positive note with oil prices remaining supportive and foreign inflows improving. The overall bias remai

Mexico Becomes First Country to Reach Knockout Stage of World Cup, Beating South Korea 1-0

The mistake that we made was unfortunate, coach Hong Myung-bo said.

Traditional traders seek policy support amid rise of e-commerce, quick-commerce

Manohar Agarwal, national co-convenor of Swadeshi Vyapar Manch, expressed concern over the declining interest of the younger generation in family

Sensex tumbles 786 points after five-day rally as IT stocks drag

From the 30-Sensex firms, Infosys dived over 8%, Tata Consultancy Services tumbled 6%, Tech Mahindra traded 5% lower and HCL Tech declined 4.9%.

In 1981, when ISRO carried its APPLE on bullock cart for just Rs 150, the world laughed; Today, the same story is hailed as a masterstroke of innovation

India's space journey began with innovation. In 1981, the APPLE satellite mission highlighted ISRO's resourcefulness. Engineers used a bullock ca

Oil falls as supply moves through Strait of Hormuz after Iran war pact

Brent crude futures fell 43 cents, or 0.54%, to $79.42 a barrel and U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude slipped 17 cents, or 0.22%, to $76.43 a ba

Stock Market Crash: Accenture Sparks IT Bloodbath; Investors Lose Rs 2 Trillion

The sharp decline highlights a growing concern on Dalal Street: if Accenture is seeing weak demand, Indian IT companies could face similar challe

On a bumblebee trail

At Naggar in Himachal Pradesh, Taran and his family visit a 500-year-old castle with a strange temple

Video: Moment Horse Bolted In New York's Central Park, Leading To Indian Tourist's Death

Romanch Mahajan, 18, died as he got off of the four-wheeled carriage to save his mother, who had fallen after the horse sprinted through the park

Rupee Rises 20 Paise to 94.20 Against US Dollar in Early Trade

Foreign institutional investors offloaded equities worth Rs 1,025.20 crore on a net basis on Thursday, according to exchange data.

Congress Leaders Extend Birthday Wishes to Rahul Gandhi

New Delhi, June 19: On the occasion of Rahul Gandhis birthday, Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge and other party leaders, including

Gold Imports Plunge 70%; Is India Losing Its Appetite for Gold?

India's gold imports have dropped 70% following PM Modi's appeal to avoid gold purchases and a hike in import duty to 15%. Here's why gold import

How Donald Trump's Iran Deal Differs From Barack Obama's 2015 Agreement

Both deals involve a written commitment by Iran never to seek a nuclear weapon. Trump - who declared the nuclear threat his main reason for going

Democratic socialists surge in mayoral races across the country as anti-Trump fervor rises

A new wave of progressive leaders is winning mayoral races in major US cities. Candidates like Janeese Lewis George in Washington D.C. and Zohran