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PM Modi received a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora in Paris and highlighted India's growth story, while Israel said it would continue military operations in southern Lebanon despite a US-Iran agreement
The project is expected to attract investments worth Rs 3 lakh crore, generate lakhs of jobs, and help Maharashtra emerge as a leading steel-producing region by 2030
According to officials, the Pune Anti-Narcotics Cell (ANC) received confidential information that a man was allegedly selling prescription medicines without the required licences
According to police, the case came to light after a complaint was filed on June 16. An FIR was registered immediately, and all eight accused were taken into custody
More than Rs 18,880 crore will be transferred directly into the bank accounts of over 9.44 crore farmers across the country, including more than 2.18 crore women beneficiaries. With this disbursement, the total amount released under the PM-KISAN scheme since its launch in 2019 will exceed Rs 4.46 lakh crore
Police are investigating possible links between the accused and terror organisations, including suspected connections with Pakistan-based networks, officials said
The institute clarified that the portal mentioned in the posts is used only for examiner training and is not connected to examination records
Russian air defence systems shot down around 180 Ukrainian drones during a large-scale attack on Moscow, officials said. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin described it as the biggest drone assault on the Russian capital in two years
To address geographical challenges in remote areas such as Jawhar, Mokhada, and Talasari, the administration has deployed a multi-tier Maternal and Child Control Room system
The incident comes months after a major attack on the airport and adjoining military drone base claimed by the Islamic State in the Sahel
A major fire broke out at an EV showroom in Surat's Adajan area on Thursday morning, spreading to three nearby shops and damaging several electric vehicles. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the blaze is under investigation
During meetings with executives from Mistral AI, Alstom and Saint-Gobain, discussions focused on opportunities in artificial intelligence, railway modernisation, manufacturing, sustainability and investment expansion in India
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
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
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
According to the company, the robot is designed to perform complex tasks, adapt to changing environments and complete objectives with minimal human intervention
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
Political circles in Maharashtra have been abuzz with reports that several Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs may be in contact with leaders of the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena

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