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The IMD stated that heatwave conditions are likely in isolated areas of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh from May 22 to May 28
Authorities determined her continued presence undermined US foreign policy objectives toward Cuba, citing her role as sister of Ania Guillermina Lastres Morera, Executive President of the military-controlled conglomerate GAESA
He also asserted that the government is committed to ensuring that the re-test scheduled to be held on June 21 remains 100 per cent error-free
It holds Chinas largest contiguous coalfield, with 390 billion tons of reserves 7 per cent of the national total capable of sustaining Chinas energy needs for a century
Yana Lantratova, Russias Human Rights Commissioner, said that 86 teenagers aged 14 to 18 had been asleep inside the hostel belonging to Luhansk Pedagogical Universitys Starobilsk college when Ukrainian drones attacked it during the night
A new analysis of crystals formed inside one of the bones shows that the site dates back to an ice age 146,000 years ago, challenging the idea that creativity at the site emerged during warmer, more abundant times
The skin-like device uses arrays of organic electrochemical transistors to perform neuromorphic computing while remaining flexible enough to bend and stretch with human tissue
The discovery gives Western nations a predictive roadmap for hunting for domestic supplies and securing tech independence
If a system is created where authorities act immediately when an illegal structure pops up, situations would rarely reach a stage where the razing of large-scale encroachments is necessary
Continuous construction debris dumping has transformed a green patch into a hillock-like structure, say vigilantes, in this case environmentalists and residents
Naqvi landed in Tehran on Wednesday on an unannounced visit, his second in less than a week, aiming to reduce the differences between Tehran and Washington. He has already met the top Iranian leadership, including President Masoud Pezeshkian, Iran`s interior minister, and other senior officials
A 43-year-old hotel owner was allegedly murdered in Maharashtras Parli Vaijnath over a financial dispute. Police said one accused slit the victims throat with an accomplice and later called his son to confess
Satirical social media platform Cockroach Janata Party has launched an online campaign demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhans resignation over the NEET-UG 2026 controversy
Crowds in Bangladesh are flocking to see an albino buffalo nicknamed Donald Trump for its striking blond combover. The viral animal is set to be sacrificed during Eid al-Adha, drawing fans despite the owners efforts to limit crowds
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides reaffirmed their commitment to combating terrorism and elevated bilateral ties to a strategic partnership during talks in New Delhi. The leaders discussed cooperation in trade, defence, maritime security, technology, education and India-EU engagement
The Supreme Court questioned the continued grant of reservation benefits to children of economically and educationally advanced families within backward classes, observing that social mobility follows empowerment
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, told a bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant that, keeping in view the peculiar facts and circumstances of the case and by not treating it as a precedent to be followed in other matters, the government has decided to bring them back
According to the official notification, the revised holiday will apply to all Central government administrative offices functioning in the national capital region
An 2024 social media post by Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke thanking AAP leader Manish Sisodia and declaring No distance will ever weaken my commitment to AAP has resurfaced gone viral
Radhakrishnan secured 101 votes in the election held in the Assembly, comfortably defeating candidates fielded by the opposition parties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides held delegation-level talks in New Delhi focusing on trade, investment, defence, technology, AI and regional cooperation. The visit comes amid efforts to strengthen India-Cyprus ties and deepen India-EU engagement
SBI employees threatened a nationwide strike from May 25 over recruitment shortages, outsourcing concerns, pension issues and employee board representation demands
The IMD has forecast heavy rainfall in southern Kerala and issued an orange alert for Alappuzha district, along with yellow alerts in six other districts. Authorities have warned of possible flash floods, waterlogging, traffic disruptions and isolated landslides in several parts of the state
Reacting to the viral movement, Raut said, The government, which conducted Operation Sindoor, has got scared of the Cockroach Janta Party. It is scared of the youth, that too those who are lazy and unemployed
The Higher Education Director of Tripura stated that this move was taken in the interest of the students, summer vacation for 26 days for all colleges, technical and professional institutions under the department`s control
The Court granted interim bail from 7 am on June 1 till 5 pm on June 3 on a personal bond of Rs 1 lakh; The Court directed that Khalid shall remain within the NCR region, stay at his residence and visit only the hospital during the period of interim release
The apex bar body has proposed filling the 10 per cent co-option quota by selecting women candidates who secured the highest number of votes among those not elected, rather than through subjective appointments
According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the visit reflects continued high-level engagement among Quad partners and their shared commitment to a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific region
The 72-hour strike was announced by several transport organisations, including the All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC) and Chalak Shakti Union; These bodies represent truck operators, private bus owners, cab drivers, and maxi-cab drivers in the region
Ahead of Eid-ul-Azha, the Delhi government warned that the sacrifice of cows, calves, camels, buffaloes and other prohibited animals is illegal and will invite criminal action. Development Minister Kapil Mishra also banned public-place sacrifices and unauthorised animal trading in the city
The cadets experienced symptoms such as dizziness, vomiting, diarrhoea, weakness and semi-consciousness, prompting immediate hospitalisation. Health officials said the primary cause appears to be heatstroke linked to extreme temperatures and strenuous outdoor activities
A party councillor, who did not wish to be named, said the main agenda is to discuss the evolving situation; The party feels that the KMC bureaucratic setup is functioning independently at the behest of the Municipal Affairs & Urban Development Department and is ignoring the elected councillors, mayor and members of the mayor in council
Instagram-based satire outfit has gained over 19 million followers within a short span. Dipkes parents, based in Maharashtras Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, said they are anxious about his involvement in politics and want him to pursue a stable job instead
The Maharashtra seat fell vacant after the resignation of Sunetra Pawar on May 6. Her tenure in the Rajya Sabha was originally scheduled to continue till July 4, 2028
According to the Election Commission, the terms of 24 Rajya Sabha members elected from 10 states will expire during the June-July period, necessitating fresh elections
Earlier this week, the US Department of Defense announced that the number of US Brigade Combat Teams stationed in Europe would be reduced from four to three, bringing troop levels back to figures seen in 2021
Since 2014, substantial progress has been made in increasing farmers` income and boosting the production of high-quality agricultural produce
Khalid had also submitted that his mother has been unwell and has been advised surgery for lump excision on June 2 at a private hospital
PM Modi said the discussions centred around policy reforms and governance initiatives that could improve public service delivery and strengthen economic growth
The platform uses glycerol, a byproduct of biodiesel production
The documents were released after an opposition party used a parliamentary device to request files regarding Andrew s appointment as a government trade representative
As the negotiations continue, Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir has planned a visit to Iran
The odds of Hubble catching such an event at exactly the right moment are incredibly small
Learn from the pros! The Melody moment between the PM and Italian PM Giorgia Meloni teaches us valuable lessons in social media marketing and virality
Proposed amendments have been uploaded on the Sports Ministrys website for feedback from the public with the deadline for submission being June 18
This is a tinderbox situation, and one spark can set off a blaze.
The outbreak of the virus Bundibugyo strain, for which there is no vaccine, has been declared a public health emergency of international concern
Gor said the proposed agreement was aimed at boosting trade opportunities, improving market access and strengthening economic cooperation between the two nations
Trump made a series of strong remarks at the White House, reiterating that preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons remains a top foreign policy objective for his administration
Even as no Ebola case has been detected in India, the Centre has intensified screening protocols for passengers arriving from high-risk African nations and reviewed preparedness measures with all states and Union Territories

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