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Global oil prices surged sharply after Iran suspended US-mediated negotiations, triggering renewed concerns over supply disruptions from the Middle East. Crude futures jumped around 67 per cent, while equities in the US and Europe came under pressure as investors reacted to rising energy costs

The move comes at a time when indirect talks aimed at ending the war and reopening key regional routes, including the Strait of Hormuz, have made little progress despite weeks of dialogue marked by military escalation and repeated warnings

The state FDA carried out a statewide crackdown on adulterated and unsafe food under its Safe Food Safe Drug Safe Maharashtra campaign, inspecting 47 establishments across 19 districts between May 29 and 31

According to the Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA), India exported 19.72 lakh metric tonnes of seafood during the fiscal year, valued at Rs 73,890 crore ($8.46 billion), marking the highest-ever performance by the sector

During the exercise, the team used a dummy body to gather crucial evidence in the presence of the accused, Giribala Singh and Samarth Singh

Kuwait`s military said its air defence systems intercepted hostile missile and drone attacks on Monday, prompting fresh security concerns in West Asia. The development comes as the US and Iran continue negotiations over a possible agreement aimed at extending a ceasefire

According to the IMD forecast, the alert has been issued for Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad and Kannur districts

As per the posts circulating on social media platform X, traffic on Old Airport Road was reportedly halted for the movement of the Governors convoy. The video, which has gone viral, shows a visibly distressed man sitting on the road in front of police personnel, refusing to move

According to officials, the Delhi Fire Service received an emergency call about the incident at around 9:37 am. In response, eight fire engines were immediately dispatched to the site to tackle the blaze

A total of 35 BJP MLAs were sworn in as ministers at Lok Bhavan in Kolkata on Monday, marking a significant expansion of the West Bengal cabinet led by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The new inductees include 13 cabinet ministers, three ministers of state with independent charge, and 19 ministers of state

The accident took place on the Khandwa-Baroda National Highway near Magariya village, under the jurisdiction of Jaitapur Police Station, around 11 kilometres from the district headquarters

The large-scale demolition and encroachment removal drive in Viramgam town of Gujarat`s Ahmedabad district as part of the Viramgam-Surendranagar-Wadhwan four-lane road project, officials said

The Centre has approved the appointment of four High Court Chief Justices and senior advocate V. Mohana as judges of the Supreme Court. The appointments follow recommendations by the Supreme Court Collegium and come after the sanctioned strength of apex court judges was increased

JEE Advanced 2026 results have been announced, with Shubham Kumar from the Delhi zone securing AIR 1 by scoring 330 out of 360 marks. Arohi Deshpande emerged as the top female candidate, while over 56,000 students qualified for IIT admissions

US President Donald Trump has reportedly sought further revisions to a proposed agreement with Iran aimed at extending a ceasefire and reviving nuclear negotiations. Key sticking points include Irans enriched uranium stockpile, sanctions relief, access to frozen assets

Qatar has strongly condemned Israels expanding military operations in southern Lebanon, describing them as a dangerous escalation and a violation of international law. The criticism came after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the capture of Beaufort Castle

Italian health authorities are investigating a suspected Ebola case in Cagliari after a patient who recently returned from Congo was hospitalised and isolated. Test samples have been sent to Rome, while Italy has called for stronger European border surveillance amid the outbreak

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said ongoing dialogue and message exchanges between Tehran and Washington should not be judged until a clear outcome is reached, dismissing current reports as speculation

Five patients have recovered from a rare type of Ebola in eastern Congo, according to WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. The announcement was made during the inauguration of a new Ebola treatment centre in Bunia, a key area affected by the outbreak

The Central Board of Secondary Education has said that vulnerabilities identified in the OnMark portal used for on-screen evaluation have been contained. The board stated that it is closely monitoring the system and taking steps to identify and eliminate any remaining security weaknesses

A stray dog injured nearly 60 people, including women and children, during a biting spree across several localities in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh. Authorities launched an operation and successfully captured the animal, while victims received treatment at hospitals and health centres

The Indian Army has foiled an alleged exfiltration bid in Jammu and Kashmir`s Uri sector by apprehending three individuals during an intelligence-based operation. Authorities said further investigations are underway to determine the circumstances and intent behind the attempted movement

Shimla has witnessed a sharp rise in tourist arrivals this summer, with more than 7.8 lakh vehicles entering the district through major entry points over the past 29 days. Police said traffic management measures have helped ensure smooth movement despite the unprecedented influx

Ukraine carried out overnight strikes on Russian energy facilities, including a fuel storage site and other infrastructure, according to Russian authorities. The attacks reportedly triggered fires in Russia`s Rostov and Saratov regions, while Kyiv denied allegations that a Ukrainian drone targeted a Russian-controlled nuclear plant

Israeli troops have taken control of the historic Beaufort Castle and the surrounding strategic ridge in southern Lebanon, according to the military. The operation follows a significant escalation in cross-border tensions and heavy Hezbollah fire towards northern Israel despite the existing ceasefire

US President Donald Trump has said Washington is close to reaching a very good deal with Iran but warned that the US would pursue alternative measures if negotiations fail. His remarks came as Iranian leaders accused the US of trying to destabilise the country through economic and media pressure

Commercial LPG cylinder prices have been increased from June 1, with the 19 kg cylinder becoming Rs 42 costlier in Delhi and Rs 53.50 costlier in Kolkata. The government said domestic LPG prices remain unchanged and assured adequate fuel stocks across the country

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Speaking to reporters, CM Fadnavis said the assurances offered to Jarange were already known publicly and that no new promises had been made during the discussions

The massive explosion destroyed many houses and injured people were transported to a local hospital, said the emergency worker, who spoke on condition of anonymity due to security concerns

According to the weather department, a cyclonic circulation over the southeast Arabian Sea and adjoining south Kerala is helping create conditions suitable for the arrival of the Southwest Monsoon

The Delhi government has started demolishing 143 unauthorised structures in Shalimar Bagh`s Haiderpur village area following Supreme Court approval. The action aims to clear encroachments from a key road corridor and facilitate a long-pending road widening project to ease traffic and improve emergency access

A major disaster was averted in Uttarakhand`s Champawat district after SDRF personnel rescued more than 50 devotees stranded due to a sudden rise in the Ladhiya river during the annual Jod Mela at Shri Reetha Sahib Gurudwara. Timely intervention by rescue teams ensured that no casualties were reported

The discussions aim to finalise the legal text and operational details of the interim trade pact, which is considered the first phase of a broader India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA)

Onion farmers in Maharashtra have urged the Centre to announce a Rs 10,000 crore revival package, citing heavy losses caused by export restrictions, natural calamities, storage issues and falling prices. Growers have also demanded a stable long-term export policy, subsidies, and financial support to safeguard the sector

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will launch the month-long Khet Bachao Abhiyan on June 1 to promote balanced fertiliser use, soil health and sustainable farming practices. The initiative comes as the Centre reviews fertiliser and fuel availability amid supply concerns linked to the ongoing West Asia crisis

At least eight people, including a nine-month-old infant, were killed after a passenger bus crashed into highway barriers and caught fire in western Turkiye early Sunday. The accident, which occurred in Denizli province, also left 33 people injured

The Airbus A330-343, carrying 245 people, was forced to abort take-off after its left-hand engine failed during the take-off roll. The crew reported a loud bang and visible flames from the engine before safely bringing the aircraft to a stop

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited the site of a building collapse in Saidulajab near Saket Metro Station that has claimed two lives. She ordered a magisterial inquiry, directed inspections of unsafe buildings, and assured strict action against unauthorised structures and officials found responsible

A massive fire broke out at a factory near Mushedpur-Khurampur village in Gurugram early Sunday, engulfing the entire unit and prompting a large-scale firefighting operation. Eight fire engines battled the blaze for nearly eight hours before bringing it under control, with no casualties reported so far

Delhi court has extended the CBI custody of accused Manisha Sanjay Hawaldar by two more days in the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case, while another accused, Manisha Mandhare, has been sent to 14 days` judicial custody

Admiral Krishna Swaminathan on Sunday assumed charge as the 27th Chief of the Naval Staff, pledging to strengthen the Indian Navys operational readiness and combat effectiveness

In PM`s Mann Ki Baat address, PM Modi advised people to follow government heatwave guidelines and highlighted traditional Indian summer drinks such as aam panna, lassi, buttermilk, sattu sherbet and sol kadhi as natural ways to beat the heat

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said such travel restrictions could hinder response efforts and discourage transparency, which is crucial for controlling the outbreak

While export duties have been changed, excise duties on fuel sold in the domestic market remain unchanged. The revision is based on recent international crude oil prices and aims to ensure adequate domestic fuel availability amid global market fluctuations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised athletes Gurindervir Singh and Animesh Kujur during Mann Ki Baat after they broke the national 100m sprint record three times in two days. Modi lauded their dedication, sportsmanship and contribution to Indian athletics

IRGC said the drone was detected and destroyed by air defence systems. Earlier, the IRGC had also claimed responsibility for downing a US MQ-9 drone and firing at an aircraft that entered Iranian airspace, while reserving the right to retaliate against further violations

It was a jungle, the soldier, said, After the ceasefire, the order was: If someone crosses the line, you shoot them.

After independence in 1971, Rahman founded the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) in 1978 and served as president until his assassination in 1981