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Vizag Steel Plant Explosion Toll Rises To 9

The latest casualty was identified as Pydiraju, who succumbed to burns on Wednesday morning: Visakhapatnam district joint collector G Vidhyadhari

10 Jun 2026 3:23 pm
A Street In The Hague Is Drenched In Orange Ahead Of Football World Cup

Netherlands soccer fans decorated the street all orange to celebrate the World Cup.

10 Jun 2026 3:22 pm
Siddaramaiah Alleges 'Political Conspiracy' Behind Rejection of Meenakshi Natarajan's Rajya Sabha Nomination

Siddaramaiah criticised the BJP, saying the rejection of Natarajan's nomination reflected the eal condition of democracy under the Modi government, even as celebrations were held to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi becoming India's longest continuously serving elected Prime Minister

10 Jun 2026 3:12 pm
Amalapuram: Contract Worker Protests On Top of Water Tank Over Delayed Salary

A sanitation worker in Amalapuram, Andhra Pradesh, threatened to jump off a water tank in protest over delayed and unpaid salary dues.

10 Jun 2026 3:11 pm
India Boosts LNG Buying to Meet Fertilizer, Power Requirements

At least five state-run companies, including Indian Oil Corp. and Gujarat State Petroleum Corp., have issued purchase tenders or bought shipments for June and July delivery this week, according to traders

10 Jun 2026 3:08 pm
Rajinikanth Calls Bharathiraja 'Lifeline of South Indian Cinema'

Vijay also announced that Bharathiraja would be accorded state honours during his final rites in recognition of his contribution to the film industry

10 Jun 2026 3:02 pm
Alleged Killing of Community Dog Mikey Sparks Outrage Over Animal Cruelty

According to a Facebook video released by residents searching for the missing dog, Mikey had been a familiar presence in the society since 2019 or 2020, after being abandoned by his original family.

10 Jun 2026 2:50 pm
Google Cloud Services Impacted Due To Fire Accident At Data Center In Delhi

Google said it has rerouted significant traffic from the impacted facility in Delhi, which has led to intermittent latency spikes

10 Jun 2026 2:42 pm
Minister Nadendla Manohar Pulls Up Officials Over Garbage in Tenali, Sits on Spot Until Cleared

Angered by inaction, minister orders immediate cleanup; questions need for tenders for basic sanitation work.

10 Jun 2026 2:34 pm
Meenakshi Natarajan Expresses Trust in EC Amid RS Poll Row

Speaking to reporters after meeting Election Commission officials in the national capital, Natarajan said the party had placed its arguments before the poll panel and was now awaiting its response

10 Jun 2026 2:33 pm
A Heart Full of Joy at Basavatarakam: Balakrishna Celebrates With Children

The Daaku Maharaaj and Akhanda 2 star has always stood close to this hospital, founded in memory of his mother.

10 Jun 2026 2:32 pm
FIFA WC 26: Somali Referee Denied Visa by US was about to make history

Artan was praised as one of Africas best referees and was the ref for the decisive leg of the African Champions League final last month

10 Jun 2026 2:26 pm
Is the iPhone Driving Down Birth Rates? New Studies Raise Questions

By 2024, the fertility rate had fallen to 54 births per 1,000 women, marking a decline of approximately 22 per cent over 17 years.

10 Jun 2026 2:22 pm
No Shortage Of CNG, Hardeep Singh Puri Warns Against Misinformation

The Minister also noted that some people were trying to exploit the current global situation by creating artificial shortages and spreading misinformation.

10 Jun 2026 2:16 pm
Starlink Says Talks With India Ongoing, Denies Approval Freeze Reports

Starlink has already secured a licence to offer satellite broadband services in India and has established ground infrastructure to meet regulatory and enforcement requirements

10 Jun 2026 2:10 pm
Celebrations Clash With Social Tensions in Mexico Ahead of World Cup

Pressure has only continued to mount as guests flood into Mexico City , and the government has faced a crescendo of criticisms by protesters and residents

10 Jun 2026 1:54 pm
Jemimah Says Tendulkar Told Her to Reset After ODI WC Semifinal vs Australia

Rodrigues stood tall with a superlative 127 not out to help India topple the world-dominating Australia en route their maiden title win last year in Navi Mumbai. She said it was Tendulkar's inputs that helped her keep the focus.

10 Jun 2026 1:28 pm
Japan's Takumi Minamino To Support World Cup Campaign In Mentor Role

Minamino to mentor Japan squad after ACL injury, offering experience and support

10 Jun 2026 1:24 pm
Seethakoka Chilaka Was a Trailblazer: Edida Sriram Pays Tribute to Bharathiraja

Telugu Film Directors Association president and seasoned filmmaker V.N. Aditya remembered Bharathiraja as one of Indian cinema's most influential storytellers.

10 Jun 2026 1:23 pm
LGBTQIA+ Friendly Experiences in Amazing Thailand

Thailand brings more to the queer table than just the iconic Bangkok Pride, a week-long celebration of love, solidarity and self-expression.

10 Jun 2026 1:21 pm
TTD Takes Possession of Land in Assam for Temple Construction

TTD chairman BR Naidu said the Assam government has allotted 10.3 acres of land, located in Sonapur Circle of Kamrup district, for the temple

10 Jun 2026 1:20 pm
Congress Meets EC Over Natarajan Nomination Rejection

They contended that no case is pending against Natarajan as no court has yet taken cognisance of a private complaint filed against her

10 Jun 2026 1:11 pm
Meta Joins Hands With Reliance To Set Up AI-Data Centre in Jamnagar

Reliance will develop a 168-megawatt data centre to be delivered within two years, while Meta will lease capacity from the facility

10 Jun 2026 11:29 am
Naidu Hails Narendra Modi as India's Longest-serving PM

Naidu noted that the PM's leadership focused on ensuring the benefits of progress reached every citizen, citing achievements ranging from household welfare initiatives to advances in science, technology and national security

10 Jun 2026 11:20 am
Revanth Reddy Expresses Grief Over Passing of Filmmaker Bharathiraja

Chief Minister recalls Padma Shri awardees four-decade contribution, calls his death an irreparable loss to Indian cinema

10 Jun 2026 11:15 am
AFA Dundigal Set for Combined Graduation Parade; Rajnath Singh to Review Parade

The ceremony includes presentation of 'Wings' and 'Brevets' upon successful completion of training to the flight cadets of the IAF, officers and trainees of the Indian Navy, Indian Coast Guard and Socialist Republic of Vietnam

10 Jun 2026 11:10 am
Chiranjeevi and Other Celebs Mourn Bharathiraja's Demise

A winner of six National Film Awards, four Filmfare Awards South, six Tamil Nadu State Film Awards and a Nandi Award, his demise has saddened the film industry.

10 Jun 2026 10:44 am
Husband Shoots Wife Dead in Malkajgiri

Husband Arun allegedly called his wife Nisharani for a talk at dawn before shooting her; police probe reveals prior arms-related case.

10 Jun 2026 10:43 am
BCCI Revises India Squad for Ireland, England T20Is, Prasidh Replaces Siraj

The Indian Cricket Board described the move as a precautionary measure to ensure quick recovery ahead of the long international season.

10 Jun 2026 10:35 am
Pakistani Airstrikes in Afghanistan Kill At Least 13 People: Taliban Official

The countries have engaged in months of fighting that has killed hundreds of people.

10 Jun 2026 10:27 am
Hyderabad Braces for Evening Showers, Gusty Winds: IMD

Temperatures are likely to be around 36C and 26C respectively: IMD

10 Jun 2026 10:21 am
Two Army Personnel Killed in Accidental Blast Near LoC in Uri

The incident occurred in a forward area along the LoC under circumstances described by officials as accidental, prompting an immediate emergency response

10 Jun 2026 9:53 am
Leaders Hail Modi as He Becomes India's Longest-Serving Elected PM

The milestone drew widespread praise from senior leaders across the government and the NDA, who described it as a historic moment in India's democratic journey

10 Jun 2026 9:36 am
Sajjanar Transfers 172 SIs in Major Police Reshuffle in Hyderabad

Sajjanar issued an order to this effect, asking officials concerned to relieve them immediately with instructions to report at their new place of posting and ensure compliance

10 Jun 2026 9:11 am
Veteran Filmmaker Bharathiraja Passes Away at 84

Padma Shri awardee and legendary director of 16 Vayathinile, Seethakoka Chiluka and several Tamil-Telugu classics dies in Chennai; state honours for final rites.

10 Jun 2026 8:45 am
ICC Rates Lord's, Gaddafi Stadium Pitches Unsatisfactory

The match referee Andy Pycroft said the Lord's pitch offered excessive seam movement, inconsistent and sometimes very low bounce, and heavily favoured bowlers over batters

10 Jun 2026 8:36 am
BJP Celebrates Modis Record-Breaking 12-Year Tenure as PM

PM Modi has officially become India's longest continuously serving Prime Minister, crossing the 4,399-day milestone in offic

10 Jun 2026 8:13 am
London Indian Film Festival Unveils 2026 Line-Up, Aamir Khan to Celebrate 25 Years of 'Lagaan'

Khan will speak about the making of the 2001 film and reflect on his journey from child actor to one of India's biggest stars.

10 Jun 2026 7:43 am
SC to Hear Jacqueline Fernandez's Plea Against Framing of Charges in Money Laundering Case on June 11

On June 3, Additional Sessions Judge (ASJ) Prashant Sharma formally framed the charges against Chandrashekhar, Fernandez, among others, in the Money laundering case and MCOCA case linked with the alleged extortion of Rs. 200 crores from Aditi Singh.

10 Jun 2026 7:32 am
Kenyan Protester Killed at Demonstration Against US Ebola Facility

The proposed 50-bed unit at the Laikipia Air Base, next to Nanyuki, has angered many Kenyans

10 Jun 2026 7:23 am
US Congress Approves $70 Bn for Trump Immigration Crackdown

Democrats, who opposed the bill, accused Republicans of handing the administration a blank check for aggressive enforcement tactics without new limits or oversight

10 Jun 2026 6:59 am
Protesters Torch Buildings and Vehicles, Block Roads Over Belfast Stabbing

A bus and several cars were set alight, while a building fringing the city centre caught fire and its residents had to be evacuated

10 Jun 2026 6:51 am
Leave Our Region If You Want to be Safe: Iran Warns US

In a post on X, Araghchi said that despite its defeats on the battlefield, the US had chosen to test Iran's resolve

10 Jun 2026 6:33 am
After Child's Drowning, Family Turns To Salt In Bid To Revive Her

According to police, family members who searched for the child alerted the police. During the search operation, police asked residents to check nearby sumps.

10 Jun 2026 2:38 am
Youth Congress Functionary Among Two Arrested In Alleged Blackmail And Extortion Case

The complainant alleged that he later met Jitesh at a hotel, where he was threatened with dire consequences if the money was not paid. Fearing damage to his reputation, he allegedly handed over three cheques, including two for Rs 10 lakh each and another for Rs 15 lakh.

10 Jun 2026 2:34 am
Corruption Has Come Down: Anbumani

He handed over the resolutions passed at a recent all-party meeting on caste census, convened by the PMK, and demanded that the Governors Address should contain the new governments commitment to undertake the caste census in the State.

10 Jun 2026 2:29 am
MP Withdraws 2-Child Norm In Government Service Rules

Chief minister Mohan Yadav announced that draft two-child norm in proposed Madhya Pradesh Civil Service Rules has been withdrawn and ordered immediate removal of the two-child norm from the government portal.

10 Jun 2026 2:11 am
Maharashtra To Increase Administrative Departments From 33 To 45

An official from the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) said the move is expected to expedite decision-making, facilitate more effective implementation of government schemes and strengthen coordination with field-level administrative machinery.

10 Jun 2026 2:05 am
SSC Exams Pass Off Peacefully, Claim Officials

Flying squads and higher officials visited 75 examination centres across Telangana. Officials claimed that no outside disturbances, complaints, or adverse situation were received.

10 Jun 2026 1:32 am
Loan App Harassment Suspected Behind Womans Suicide

During preliminary inquiry, police examined the deceased womans mobile phone and found indications that she had borrowed money through an unidentified loan application.

10 Jun 2026 1:30 am