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Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that the US and Iran have electronically signed the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, paving the way for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and an end to the 107-day conflict

Delhi Police have dismantled an alleged inter-state child trafficking syndicate, arresting 13 accused, including traffickers, buyers, mediators and a hospital owner. Five infants were rescued during operations across Delhi, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh and other states

Russia has expressed interest in inducting the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, with discussions underway on increasing production capacity to meet future requirements, according to BrahMos Aerospace Chief Jaiteerth Joshi

Iran has ruled out any future negotiations with the US over its missile programme, insisting that its defence capabilities are not open for discussion. The statement came after Washington and Tehran signed a framework agreement aimed at ending their war

The incident occurred ahead of the rescheduled NEET-UG 2026 examination, which was announced after the original test was cancelled over allegations of paper leaks and irregularities

Her family claimed that while everything appeared normal before the wedding, she allegedly began facing difficulties and harassment soon after moving into her matrimonial home

Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court has remanded former Reliance Communications executive Gautam Bhailal Doshi to judicial custody till July 1 in an alleged money laundering case being investigated by the Enforcement Directorate. The agency alleges his involvement in the group's financial operations

Police have detained four people in connection with the petrol bomb attack on the RSS provincial office in Ranchi. A Special Investigation Team and the NIA are probing the incident, with CCTV footage and forensic evidence providing crucial leads

Following the alert, there was a detailed search of the train and all its coaches.

Series in England yet to be completed, 10,000-run mark imminent, and only 35. Yet, New Zealand great Williamson decides to put a full stop to international cricket

At a press conference after the G7 summit in France, Trump said energy markets had reacted positively to the agreement and the easing of tensions in the Gulf

At a press conference after the G7 summit in France, Trump said he personally urged Xi not to provide military assistance to Tehran during the conflict and expressed appreciation for Beijing's response

At a press conference after the G7 summit in France, Trump reiterated that Iran would never be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon but suggested there could be room for discussion on nuclear activities intended for civilian purposes

Trump said the agreement would end the current conflict and launch negotiations towards a comprehensive settlement while preserving the option of renewed military action if Iran failed to comply

A Suzuki Swift Dzire caught fire on Thane's Majiwada Bridge late on Wednesday night, causing brief traffic disruption. The driver and his wife escaped safely before the vehicle was engulfed in flames, while firefighters extinguished the blaze within minutes

The Prime Minister highlighted that while Artificial Intelligence was a transformative force with the potential to redefine the direction of human civilisation, it must also empower people, according to an official statement released by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)

The Editors Choice Award Best Wildlife Destination category was presented to the BTR for its remarkable work in wildlife conservation, excellent tourism management, providing a high-quality tourist experience, and biodiversity conservation

The truck had been parked on the roadside as its driver was checking tyre pressure when the speeding bus hit it from behind, police said

The lawyer said they wrote to the registrar about it but the case has not been listed before the court as the file appeared to have been misplaced by the registry

Investigators claimed that the demonstrators intended to forcibly secure Khans release and create unrest in the area; police claimed that Khans wife had been mobilising supporters. An FIR has been registered against her in connection with the incident

The complainant alleged that Guha has been siphoning money meant for the scheme since 2016, the officer said; Guha was arrested from a flat in the Phoolbagan area

Boiwada police arrested a former driver for allegedly stealing a Maruti Suzuki WagonR belonging to educationist Dr Pratik Rajan Mungekar. Investigators traced the accused through technical evidence and recovered the vehicle within two days

And because he was a prince in the House of Saud, he became the first member of a royal family to go to space; he was 28 years old at the time and holds the record for being the youngest person to fly on the space shuttle

Meanwhile, at least three tankers carrying Iranian oil have sailed through the US naval blockade this week, with a fourth, an empty vessel, heading towards the Gulf of Oman, as per reports

BEST has invoked the Maharashtra Essential Services Maintenance Act after 12 employee unions threatened an indefinite strike from June 18. Workers are demanding clearance of Rs 1,410 crore in dues, a pay hike, 8th Pay Commission benefits and an end to the wet lease model

According to the company, the robot is designed to perform complex tasks, adapt to changing environments and complete objectives with minimal human intervention

Nearly a decade after closing to passengers, Mumbai airport's historic Terminal 1-A has been almost completely demolished. The redevelopment will pave the way for a new Terminal 1, strengthening the city's aviation infrastructure and easing future passenger growth

Palghar Local Crime Branch arrested a man accused of attacking a 28-year-old woman over a relationship dispute and prevented him from taking his own life. Police tracked him through a mobile phone signal after he allegedly switched it on to call his family

The Maharashtra State Co-operative Appellate Court has dismissed a Santacruz housing society's appeal in a Rs 17.26 lakh maintenance dispute, questioning unexplained arrears of Rs 15.33 lakh and directing that charges comply with government norms

As Mumbai battles water shortages, some housing societies and commercial complexes are staying largely self-sufficient through sewage treatment plants, rainwater harvesting, aerators and water recycling, offering a model for sustainable urban water management

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Western Railway has set a January 2027 target to open the long-delayed Jogeshwari Terminus. The Rs 76-crore project, currently 55 per cent complete, is expected to decongest Bandra, Dadar and Mumbai Central while improving rail connectivity in the city

As Navi Mumbai grapples with a severe water shortage, housing societies are introducing strict conservation measures, from bucket baths and treated water for car washing to reduced washing machine use and rainwater harvesting, to stretch limited supplies

With Morbe dam storage down to 12.73 per cent, the NMMC has announced strict water-saving measures, including a ban on potable water for car washes, suspension of pool water supply, a 20 per cent cut for bulk users and fines of up to Rs 1 lakh for violation

BMC decision to stop water supply to construction sites could impact Mumbai's real estate sector, with around 1.43 lakh under-construction homes facing delays. Experts warn of higher costs, stalled launches and possible job losses for construction workers

A month after BMC imposed a 10 per cent water cut, Mumbai residents are shutting pools, restricting water use and relying more on tankers. Fresh civic curbs are expected to increase commercial tanker demand by 10-15 per cent, adding pressure to an already strained supply network

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France. The leaders reviewed progress in India-EU relations following the conclusion of the Free Trade Agreement

Pune railway station will get six new platforms as part of a Rs 600 crore railway expansion plan announced by Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The project includes yard remodelling, a new station entry point, terminals, and coaching facilities

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held bilateral talks on the sidelines of the G7 Summit, discussing maritime security, developments in West Asia and India-US ties. Modi emphasised the need to keep the Strait of Hormuz open

Vaishnaw further said the third and fourth railway lines on the MumbaiPune route, along with proposed MumbaiPune and PuneHyderabad bullet train projects, would significantly strengthen Maharashtras economic growth

Congress leaders have accused the BJP of attempting to weaken Opposition parties and engineer defections to secure the numbers required to pass key legislation in Parliament. The remarks came amid speculation over Operation Tiger and reports of efforts to lure Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs into the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena

Water cuts will be implemented every Saturday in June and July due to a delay in the arrival of the southwest monsoon, which has raised concerns over water stock in dams. Additionally, the city will not receive water supply after every two days in August

The consumer commission has dismissed a complaint against a Pune restaurant, ruling that refusing permission to eat home-cooked food on its premises cannot be treated as deficiency in service or unfair trade practice. It held that restaurants operate on a policy basis

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday dismissed Uttar Pradesh Minister Om Prakash Rajbhars claim that the SP could face a split, asserting that the party remains united and strong. He accused the BJP of previously engineering defections by luring or pressuring leaders from other parties

Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation and Cooperation and Pune MP Murlidhar Mohol took up the matter with him. During their meeting, Vaishnaw categorically assured that the Pune Akashvani News Division would continue to function and would not be shut down under any circumstances, effectively putting an end to the ongoing speculation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India's defence transformation over the past 12 years, citing advances in indigenous manufacturing, missile systems, combat aircraft, naval capabilities and self-reliance under the 'Surakshit Bharat' vision

Shiv Sena (UBT) Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut launched a sharp attack on party MPs allegedly considering defection, challenging them to resign from their posts before switching sides amid growing speculation of a possible split within the Uddhav Thackeray-led party

Following the meeting at Parliament House, the three leaders said they had submitted a representation to the Speaker outlining the party's position on any potential split or merger

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut defended his remarks against party rebels, saying such expressions are common in Marathi and are meant for those who betray the party for money. He also challenged MPs allegedly considering defection to resign and seek a fresh mandate

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov has accused Reliance and WhatsApp of being behind efforts to ban Telegram in India, while industry sources have dismissed the allegations as misleading and factually incorrect