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IIT Roorkee has rejected allegations of a large-scale data breach affecting JEE (Advanced) aspirants, stating that a temporary cloud storage misconfiguration led to limited read-only access to less than 0.05 per cent of data
The fire trapped residents living on the upper floors due to heavy smoke and blocked exits, but swift action by neighbours, police and fire brigade teams helped evacuate everyone using ladders and ropes
Updating his social media profile to describe himself as A common man in search of good politics!, Annamalai said he wants to challenge the state`s entrenched political culture, including caste-based politics and the long-standing dominance of Dravidian ideology
According to official letters issued by the party, action has been taken against Sahebrao Kamble, candidate from the Yavatmal constituency, and Shailesh Agrawal, candidate from the WardhaChandrapurGadchiroli constituency
PoJK activist and political commentator Amjad Ayub Mirza has criticised a reported plan to deploy 14,000 additional security personnel in the region, calling it an attempt to militarise a peaceful population
Speaking on the issue, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said that the central bank is examining the proposal for polymer currency notes, but no final decision has been taken so far
A 55-year-old labourer was killed and two others injured after a boundary wall and adjoining structure collapsed during sewage line and drain construction work at Lodhi Crematorium in Delhi`s Lodhi Colony. The workers were trapped under debris following the collapse
His family had already begun funeral rituals after losing hope of finding him. Rescuers described his survival in the harsh mountain conditions as nothing short of a miracle
US President Donald Trump expressed confidence that India and the US will soon finalise a trade agreement. Praising his strong relationship with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Trump said negotiations are progressing despite past tariff concerns
A major fire broke out in a 12th-floor flat at IVY County Society in Noida`s Sector 74 on Friday morning, sending thick smoke across the residential complex. Firefighters rushed to the scene and no casualties have been reported so far. A separate fire was also reported in Sector 52
The Delhi High Court declined an urgent hearing on a plea seeking restrictions on the Cockroach Janta Party`s proposed June 6 protest in Delhi. The petition cited law and order concerns and sought preventive measures at key public locations, including the airport and metro stations
A police team and forensic experts were immediately deployed to the scene to collect evidence. CCTV footage from the premises has been seized and is being examined as part of the investigation
Speaking during an extended interaction with reporters at the White House on Thursday, Trump discussed regional security, maritime navigation and diplomatic efforts involving Iran
Donald Trump said negotiations with Iran are continuing, but stressed that any future agreement must ensure Tehran is permanently barred from developing nuclear weapons
Former Tamil Nadu BJP president K. Annamalai has resigned from the party, with BJP National President Nitin Nabin accepting his resignation. The move comes amid speculation that Annamalai may launch a peoples movement and potentially a new political outfit in Tamil Nadu
Heavy rainfall continued across Kerala, causing waterlogging and flooding in low-lying areas. The IMD has issued an orange alert for seven districts and warned of thunderstorms, strong winds and very heavy rain in several parts of the state
Putin described India-China ties as a delicate matter and emphasised that Russia maintains strong and independent relationships with both nations
US President Donald Trump said Washington has held direct talks with Hezbollah as part of efforts to reduce tensions in Lebanon and the wider Middle East. Trump expressed optimism about progress toward stability and linked the discussions to broader regional issues involving Iran
The Prime Minister praised individuals and organisations working towards environmental conservation and highlighted India`s progress in areas such as increasing green cover and wildlife protection
On World Environment Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated India`s commitment to building a cleaner, greener and more sustainable future under the vision of One Earth, One Family and One Future.
An ammonia gas leak at a cold storage plant in Chhapra`s Hemnagar area prompted an emergency response from fire officials. The leak was brought under control, while authorities launched an investigation into the facility`s safety measures and licensing process
As state govt acquires Air India building at Nariman Point, former executive director of the airline recalls the charm of an edifice that was not just a building but an emotion
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a US-mediated ceasefire aimed at reducing hostilities along the border. While Lebanese President Joseph Aoun welcomed the deal, Israel signalled it would continue strikes for now. Meanwhile, fresh Israeli attacks in Gaza reportedly killed nine Palestinians
Sherpa guide Dawa Sherpa was found alive on Mount Everest a week after he went missing during his descent. He was discovered crawling down the snowy slopes by a cleaning crew responsible for removing ropes, ladders, and equipment after the climbing season
Punjab Police arrested two men in Amritsar and recovered a fully assembled improvised explosive device (IED) weighing around 2.5 kg. DGP Gaurav Yadav said the explosive was ready for use, marking a significant security operation in the region
Equipped with more than 31 actuators and dual onboard edge computers, the VR-H3 can navigate complex environments, interact with people, lift payloads, transport materials, and perform assembly tasks in real-world settings
A fire at a home for older people in Anguruwatota, Sri Lanka, killed 12 residents and left eight others hospitalised. Authorities rescued 51 people from the facility, while police arrested the home`s director as investigations into the incident continue
Russian President Putin has said that putting pressure on Prime Minister Narendra Modi is detrimental to international relations and bilateral ties.The annual meeting with representatives of international news agencies traditionally provides an opportunity to discuss international events
India condemned the attack on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon that killed a Serbian soldier and injured two others. The UN has launched an investigation, while Secretary-General Antnio Guterres warned that attacks on peacekeepers could constitute a war crime
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed Washington`s commitment to Kuwait`s security and condemned the deadly attack on Kuwait International Airport during talks with Kuwait`s foreign minister. The attack killed an Indian national and heightened concerns over regional stability
President Donald Trump is expected to announce what the White House described as three historic, beautiful, clean coal announcements focused on preserving existing coal-fired power plants
Amid the ongoing military operation, one of the most significant incidents was reported in the Balbal area of Zehri in the Khuzdar district.
Toyota will showcase its liquid hydrogen-powered TR LH2 Racing Prototype at the Circuit de la Sarthe ahead of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The demonstration highlights the automakers commitment to advancing hydrogen technology as a future motorsport and mobility solution
China criticized US Secretary of State Marco Rubio for his comments on the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown, accusing him of smearing its political system. Taiwan meanwhile urged Beijing to confront its past and acknowledge the historical events
SEBI has barred Rajesh Exports promoter and CEO Rajesh Mehta from dealing in the company`s securities, alleging large-scale financial misrepresentation and fund diversion. The regulator claimed the firm inflated consolidated revenues by over Rs 15 lakh crore through overseas subsidiaries
The Supreme Court dismissed the Wrestling Federation of India`s plea challenging a Delhi High Court order that allowed wrestler Vinesh Phogat to participate in selection trials. The apex court termed the matter infructuous due to subsequent developments and left all issues open
This could be a controversial opinion, but unless you are posting about your work (or dog or kids), or a creator of some sort, maybe you can cool it on the selfies, fire emojis, and the DM slide-ins
As the boys used the roller, one of them slipped and fell with the heavy roller going over him. He died in this incident
The Property Crime Cell of Pimpri-Chinchwad Police raided an illegal LPG gas refilling unit in Chakan and seized 251 cylinders, refilling equipment, and a vehicle worth Rs 9.71 lakh. Two accused were arrested, while the gas agency owner has been booked and is under investigation
Hezbollah has rejected a US-backed ceasefire proposal with Israel, demanding a comprehensive truce and Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon. In the US, President Donald Trump criticised a House vote on the Iran war, calling it unpatriotic. Iran has denied responsibility for the attack on Kuwait airport
The airline said services to Langkawi (Malaysia), Krabi (Thailand), Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam), Hong Kong, and Shanghai (China) will be suspended from July 1, while flights to Siem Reap (Cambodia) will be halted from July 3
Passengers travelling on several long-distance trains via the Konkan Railway route will need to check their schedules carefully this monsoon season. According to Western Railway Chief Public Relations Officer Vineet Abhishek, the revised schedule will remain effective from June 15 to October 20
CJP leaders said the reported exposure of candidate information had raised fresh questions about cybersecurity standards and the management of national examination systems
The petitioner claims the delay has jeopardised his admission to a B.Tech programme and has sought directions for the declaration of his result or the conduct of a special examination for the cancelled subjects
The action was carried out on June 1 and 2 under the statewide campaign, Safe Food, Safe Medicines, Safe Maharashtra, launched by Maharashtra Food Safety Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe
According to the FDA, Maharashtra has 988 licensed methanol establishments, of which 51 are non-operational. As on Wednesday, officials had completed inspections at 226 establishments, while hundreds more remain under scrutiny as part of a special statewide audit
Hailing from Mamdapur village in Ambejogai tehsil, Sudhakar Deshmukh has dedicated his life to planting and distributing saplings across the state, turning everyday social occasions into opportunities for environmental action
The system matched candidates live images at exam centres with photographs submitted during the application process. The technology was deployed across 2,072 examination venues nationwide on May 24
The incident took place around midnight when the passenger was undergoing security screening at Terminal 2 of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), officials said
India`s Ambassador to Kuwait, Paramita Tripathi, visited the mortuary and hospitals treating the injured, while the embassy coordinated assistance for victims, support for their families and the repatriation of the deceased`s mortal remains

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