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45 Special Mountain Rescue Teams Deployed Along Amarnath Yatra Routes

Enhanced Security, Rescue Deployment and Final Preparations Underway for Annual Event

18 Jun 2026 8:17 pm
HYDRAA Refutes Allegations of Irregularities in MET Tenders

HYDRAA said the contractor's disqualification had led to a campaign of false allegations against the tender process

18 Jun 2026 8:12 pm
Amazon India Announces 10th Prime Day, Set for July 46

As part of the milestone celebration, Amazon is also offering limited-period discounts on Prime memberships for new users, including reduced pricing on annual Prime plans, Prime Lite, and Prime Shopping Edition, aimed at expanding access ahead of the event.

18 Jun 2026 8:12 pm
Opposition LDF Accuses Arlekar of Attempting To Run Parallel Administration

Kerala govt conveys strong displeasure over Governor calling meetings of department officials in connection with International Yoga Day

18 Jun 2026 8:09 pm
BJP Legislators To Visit SCCL To Probe Rs 1,600 Crore Worth Coal Missing

Party accuses Congress of inaction under BRS influence

18 Jun 2026 8:04 pm
TG Cabinet Seeks Faster Approvals for Metro Phase-II, IRFC Metro Loan Disbursal, Cabinet Meet Goes Digital

In another significant decision, the government launched a paperless system for conducting Cabinet meetings.

18 Jun 2026 8:04 pm
18 Jun 2026 7:59 pm
Global Fertiliser Trade Drops 30% Amid Mideast War: UN

At the same time, China, Russia, Turkey and Egypt are among the main producer countries that have limited exports to protect their domestic markets.

18 Jun 2026 7:59 pm
MP High Court Vacates Stay on TMC Leader Abhishek Banerjees Arrest in Defamation Case

The case relates to an election speech by the TMC general secretary Banerjee at a rally

18 Jun 2026 7:39 pm
RTC Workers Will Get 11% Fitment From July 1, Says Ponnam

The minister directed officials to complete pending compassionate appointments and expedite review of the remaining dismissed employees, noting that 244 of 490 had already been reinstated.

18 Jun 2026 7:34 pm
SPDCL Takes UP Tree-Pruning, Line-Clearance Driver Across Cybercity

The operation focused on Kondapur, KPHB Colony and Gachibowli sections

18 Jun 2026 7:34 pm
India Mulls Extending Import Duty Exemption On 40 Products Beyond June 30

In a temporary and targeted relief, the Centre had exempted import of critical petrochemical products from customs duty effective April 2. Customs duty was cut to 'nil' across 40 different products, including anhydrous ammonia, toluene, styrene, vinyl chloride monomer, and others

18 Jun 2026 7:31 pm
HC Directs RDO To Decide on Rehabilitation Within 8 Weeks Relating to Land Acquired for NH

The state submitted that it has no objection if the appellant is allowed to approach the competent authority under the 2013 act for the compensation related to rehabilitation.

18 Jun 2026 7:23 pm
TMC Berhampore Civic Body Chief Quits

Coming out in support of West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari Berhampure BJP MLA Subrata Maitra, he pledged whole-hearted support to the BJP government.

18 Jun 2026 7:23 pm
Hooghly Tunnel, Power Projects in Bengal on Adani Groups Radar: Official

A proposed tunnel under the Hooghly river is aimed at easing Kolkata's transport bottlenecks. Notably, the city has India's first underwater metro rail services, linking Kolkata and Howrah.

18 Jun 2026 7:19 pm
TMC Division Evident in Bengal Assembly Over Separate Opposition Seating

The presence of former minister Firhad Hakim, once regarded as one of Mamata Banerjee's closest confidants, in the Ritabrata camp drew considerable attention in political circles.

18 Jun 2026 6:59 pm
India Should Address Structural Gaps in Startup Ecosystem To Attract Global Funds

Experts say reforms, growth capital and frontier innovation are key to boosting AI funding.

18 Jun 2026 6:58 pm
Makes No Sense To Substitue Ronaldo, Says Portugal Coach Martinez

Portugal's Ronaldo does little to shake perception he is yesterday's man.

18 Jun 2026 6:34 pm
Authenticity on a Plate: Inside Baan Phadthais Hyderabad Debut

From Bangkoks bustling backstreets to Hyderabads Hitech City, Baan Phadthai brings authentic Thai street food, cherished family flavours and an uncompromising commitment to doing things the Thai way.

18 Jun 2026 6:29 pm
Delhi LG Orders 20% Reservation for Ex-Agniveers in Police, Fire Recruitment

He said recruitment will be open to all eligible ex-Agniveers to ensure equal opportunity and recognise their service to the nation.

18 Jun 2026 6:26 pm
Security Forces Intensify Search Operation in Manipur: DGP Lauded For Personally Supervising Ops

One UKNA militant killed, seven held, arms seized, bunkers destroyed in major Manipur security operations

18 Jun 2026 6:18 pm
Custodial Torture of An Elected Representative Is a Serious Crime: HC on IPS Officer Sunil Kumar's Bail Plea

The High Court said there was not much difference between those who attacked the Parliament and one who tortured an elected representative in custody

18 Jun 2026 6:12 pm
NEET-UG Re-exam: Free Travel In Telangana RTC Buses For Students

The Telangana government on Thursday decided to free travel to students appearing for NEET-UG re-exam on June 21 in the state-run RTC buses.State Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar said.

18 Jun 2026 6:03 pm
1 in 5 AI Learners Coming from Tier-II Cities, Non-Tech Backgrounds: India AI Workforce Report

The findings, based on insights from 11, 444 professionals, suggest that AI is evolving from a specialised technical skill into a broader workforce capability

18 Jun 2026 6:00 pm
Supreme Court Calls for Protection of Forests Across Country

The high court had in April passed directions relating to consent for stone mining or establishing stone crushers from the boundaries of forests or forest land.

18 Jun 2026 5:55 pm
Oldest-Known Plague Outbreak Came 5,500 Years Ago In Siberia

Ancient DNA obtained from human burials near Lake Baikal in Siberia; Plague strains differed from the later Black Death version.

18 Jun 2026 5:55 pm
Chef Meera on Shadruchulu and the Art of Eating Well

Chef Meera Girija Tadimeti on why Telugu cuisine is far more than spice, and how forgotten recipes, seasonal ingredients and the philosophy of Shadruchulu continue to shape Andhra food.

18 Jun 2026 5:37 pm
SC Seeks Replies on Plea for National Digital Registry of Lawyers

Supreme Court issues notice to Centre, Bar Council of India and UGC on a petition seeking a technology-driven system to verify advocates and curb fake practitioners.

18 Jun 2026 5:29 pm
FIFA World Cup 2026: Superstars Show Up With Multiple Goals, Ronaldo Left In The Dust?

The FIFA World Cup group stage matches brought superstars with the likes of Kylian Mbappe, Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Erling Haaland, and Harry Kane to the big stage.

18 Jun 2026 5:25 pm
How South of Vindhyas Turned Breakfast into an Experience

At Mumbais iconic South of Vindhyas restaurant at Orchid Hotel, a lavish 56-dish breakfast spread celebrates the flavours, traditions and enduring appeal of India's regional morning classics.

18 Jun 2026 5:24 pm
Pune Water Crisis Deepens as Reservoir Storage Falls to 14%

Across all 3,028 dams, weirs, and reservoirs in the state, the total 'live' or usable storage stood at 24.03 per cent on Thursday, compared to the 32.38 per cent recorded on June 18, 2025.

18 Jun 2026 5:18 pm
AIIMS Bhubaneswar Junior Doctor Found Dead in Rented House

Police launch investigation after a Karnataka-native junior resident was found hanging at her rented accommodation in Bhubaneswar

18 Jun 2026 5:15 pm
AP SIPB Clears Rs 30,515 Crore In Investments

The 18th SIPB meeting led by CM Chandrababu Naidu approved investment proposals from 50 companies involving a total investment of Rs 30,515 crore, expected to generate 29,677 employment opportunities across the state.

18 Jun 2026 5:13 pm
Delhi HC Reserves Verdict on Telegram's Plea Against Temporary Ban

The judge asked both the parties to submit written submissions by 7 pm

18 Jun 2026 5:06 pm
Ex-Anil Ambani Group MD Sateesh Seth Sent to 14-Day Custody in PMLA Case

Seth was produced before the court a day before the expiry of his six-day ED custody granted on June 14.

18 Jun 2026 5:03 pm
JioStar, PVR INOX to Screen Women's T20 World Cup Matches in Cinemas

India's group-stage matches, semi-finals and final of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 will be shown live on the big screen across select cinemas nationwide.

18 Jun 2026 5:01 pm
Maharashtra Police Provide Y-Plus Security To Six Rebel Sena (UBT) MPs

A letter signed by Shirish Jain, Commissioner of Intelligence, said Y Plus security should be provided to these MPs with immediate effect.

18 Jun 2026 4:59 pm
Swann Hails India's Bench Strength After ODI Series Win

Sunil Gavaskar and Graeme Swann praise India's depth, Gurnoor Brar's impact and Ishan Kishan's stunning century after series-clinching win over Afghanistan.

18 Jun 2026 4:56 pm
Youth Missing After Boat Capsizes During Survey In Odisha's Bhadrak

Local residents rushed to the spot and launched an immediate rescue effort. Two of the youths were pulled out of the water safely

18 Jun 2026 4:48 pm
Rebel Sena(UBT) MPs Given Additional Rs 10 Cr : MP Sanjay Raut

Raut claimed six rebel Sena (UBT) MPs moved to safe location in Rajasthan.

18 Jun 2026 4:37 pm
CM Revanth To Release Rythu Bharosa Funds On June 30 At Madhira Event

The decision was taken at a Cabinet meeting chaired by CM Revanth Reddy at the Secretariat on Thursday.

18 Jun 2026 4:33 pm
PhonePe To Charge Users of Dormant Wallets

The PhonePe message also conveyed that they were sending notification alert to the users 15 days before taking action. If the users activate the wallet within the next 15 days, then charges would not be collected. Using the app does not mean that the wallet is active, the company said, adding the collected charges would be used for company purposes

18 Jun 2026 4:32 pm
India Among Largest Cloud Native Communities with 2.25 M Developers: Report

Approximately half of professional AI developers in India are cloud native, highlighting the growing role of cloud native infrastructure in supporting AI workloads.

18 Jun 2026 4:28 pm
US News Outlets Question Trumps Narrative on Iran Deal

But Trump's return to the United States on Thursday is set to bring him back to reality, with a barrage of criticism expected from both opponents and supporters of the conflict.

18 Jun 2026 4:20 pm
TN Guv Expresses Satisfaction Over Uninterrupted Assembly Address After 3 Years

This is also the first session of the newly formed Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam government under Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay

18 Jun 2026 4:01 pm
'National Defectors Alliance' Will Not Get 2/3rd Majority : Jairam Ramesh

The Congress leader accused Amit Shah of orchestrating defections as a response to that humiliation when he failed in getting the delimitation bill passed.

18 Jun 2026 4:00 pm
TCA Issues Notice to Vijay Deverakonda for Promoting TG20

The notice states that the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) is conducting business with corporate companies without BCCI approval

18 Jun 2026 3:59 pm
NEET-UG Re-Exam: Pradhan Assesses Readiness; Stresses Fair, Transparent Conduct

The NEET-UG for admissions into medical courses took place on May 3 this year but the NTA cancelled it on May 12 amid allegations of a paper leak. The CBI is currently investigating this matter.

18 Jun 2026 3:58 pm
First Women Officers Of Indian Navy Awarded The Shaurya Chakra

Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A became the first women officers in Indian Naval history to be conferred with Shaurya Chakras.

18 Jun 2026 3:54 pm