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Iran effectively closed the strait after the US and Israel attacked on Feb 28, causing fuel prices to skyrocket far beyond the region. The interim agreement to end the war was supposed to reopen the channel
The new services are expected to improve travel, boost trade and tourism, and strengthen Mundra's position as a major logistics and business hub
A 20-year-old NEET aspirant from Indore, who went missing after appearing for the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination, was found dead in the Narmada River in Khargone district. Police are investigating the case from all angles after tracing her last mobile location to Barwah
The Uttar Pradesh government has ordered a probe into the Lucknow fire tragedy that killed 15 people, with three arrests made so far
A Pune-based steel businessman allegedly received an extortion call from a person claiming to be linked to the Bishnoi gang. Hours later, unidentified persons opened fire at his industrial unit in Fursungi. Police have registered an FIR and launched an investigation
Under the campaign, titled Diaper A Day Keeps Leaks Away, supporters are being asked to bring diapers carrying messages seeking Pradhans resignation. The protest has entered its fourth day, with party founder Abhijeet Dipke alleging that police attempted to reduce the protest area
Addressing the gathering, the NSA asserted that the non-traditional threats have advanced against conventional responses. Noting that the innovative variants of cyber threats and terrorism have created cross-border challenges, Doval recognised the need to navigate through these challenges
Trump said the United States would closely monitor Iran's adherence to any commitments emerging from the recent round of talks held in Switzerland
Tej Pratap Yadav has alleged the theft of 20 lakh cash, jewellery and electronic devices from his official residence in Patna
Elon Musk intensified his public feud with Congressman Ro Khanna after the Democrat called for an investigation into DOGE-linked spending cuts and their impact on USAID programs
The app became available for download on Android devices after being blocked for a week as part of measures linked to the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination
Delhi Police arrested a 24-year-old murder accused after a brief exchange of fire in the Khajuri Khas area of northeast Delhi
Speaking to reporters before departing Emmen Air Base in Switzerland, Vance said the latest round of diplomacy had delivered tangible progress, even as both sides prepared for further technical negotiations in the days ahead
The discussions are being led on the US side by State Department Counsellor Dan Holler and Assistant Secretary of Defence for International Security Affairs Dan Zimmerman, the State Department said
An FIR has been registered against the owners and operators of a commercial building in Lucknow's Aliganj area after a devastating fire claimed 18 lives. Four accused have been arrested as investigators probe alleged fire safety violations, lack of emergency exits and negligence
Administration officials said the effort would focus on building a quantum computer capable of performing meaningful scientific calculations and serving as a stepping stone towards larger-scale commercial systems
Engineers used the Nrburgring run to set a standard for future software updates. The Nrburgring Nordschleife is known as one of the hardest tracks in the car industry
Jaishankar arrived in Ulaanbaatar on the first leg of a two-nation visit that will also take him to South Korea. The two leaders also discussed opportunities in mining, clean energy and agri processing
The airports of Sheremetyevo, Domodedovo and Vnukovo, as well as Zhukovskiy near the Russian capital, had temporarily suspended flights, the aviation watchdog said separately
The women complained of excessive bleeding and low blood pressure after surgery
The shooting took place at around 9 am at the government-run San Jose National High School in Tacloban City in Leyte province
The incident took place around 3 am in the village, which falls under Bansgaon police station limits.
Projecting employment generation as a key pillar of the new governments agenda, Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta announced that 33 per cent of the jobs would be reserved for women, while 10 per cent reservation would be provided for Agniveers
Armed with spears and swords, approximately six Nihangs climbed onto the roof of gurudwara, around 4 pm on Saturday and remain entrenched there, even after 40 hours
US President Donald Trump said any sanctions relief granted to Iran would be tied to purchases of American agricultural products, while insisting that Tehran would never be allowed to acquire a nuclear weapon under an emerging agreement being negotiated between the two countries
The judgment came in a case of the death of a five-year-old boy who was crushed to death by a truck while walking to school with his father
The buzz around Mohenjo-daros Dancing Girl being covered up in certain textbooks, and eventually restored to its original avatar, raises questions. Sir Pheroze and Lady Flora discuss the topic
Senior Labour leader Andy Burnham has announced his bid to replace Keir Starmer as UK prime minister and Labour chief. Meanwhile, US Vice President JD Vance said talks with Iran have laid the foundation for a final agreement
The 10th Pune-Pandharpur Cycle Wari concluded with a record turnout of 2,350 cyclists completing the 235-km journey from Dehu to Pandharpur. Organised by the Indo Athletics Society, the event combined fitness, spirituality and environmental awareness, attracting participants from multiple states
The death toll in the Lucknow coaching centre fire rose to 14 on Monday. UP CM Yogi Adityanath announced an ex gratia of Rs 5 lakh for the families of the victims and Rs 50,000 for the injured, while PM Modi also announced compensation from PMNRF and expressed condolences to the bereaved families
The explosion occurred at the Barzan local gas supply facility on Sunday evening during the start-up of operations, according to QatarEnergy. Addressing a press conference on Monday, Al-Kaabi, who is also the CEO of QatarEnergy, said 13 people of Indian and Pakistani origin died in the incident
The move comes as negotiations between US and Iranian officials continue in Switzerland, with US VP JD Vance saying the talks had created a good foundation for a final agreement to secure a lasting end to the conflict
Several students were trapped inside the building as thick smoke spread through the premises. Firefighters and police personnel rushed to the spot and launched an intensive rescue effort to bring those trapped to safety
The incident occurred around 11 pm on Sunday at the Bijnor Kotwali police station, where the woman allegedly poured an inflammable substance on herself and set herself ablaze
One critically injured person was referred to a medical college in Nagpur, while the remaining victims are being treated at Chhindwara District Hospital
So far, almost 40 lakh people have updated their mobile numbers using the new Aadhaar App. At the same time, around 850,000 people have used the App for updating their address, the IT Ministry said
The biennial elections were initially announced for 17 seats, including one bypoll. However, polling was required in only 11 constituencies after candidates of the ruling Mahayuti alliance secured unopposed victories in six seats
According to police, Bafna initially availed a cash credit facility of Rs 90 lakh from TJSB Co-operative Bank in 1998. He repaid the amount over time, earning the trust of bank officials
IMD has forecast active monsoon conditions along the coast and across parts of western Maharashtra, while eastern districts are expected to see only scattered rainfall and persistently high temperatures
Ukrainian officials said the vessel suffered severe damage and became unseaworthy. Ukraine also accused Russia of attacking two other cargo ships sailing under the flags of Palau and Belize
China's Commerce Ministry said domestic companies would be prohibited from exporting dual-use items to the 10 sanctioned American firms. Dual-use products refer to goods and technologies that can be used for both civilian and military purposes
Starmer has served as prime minister since leading Labour to a decisive election victory in July 2024, ending years of Conservative rule. However, his government has faced increasing criticism over its handling of domestic issues, including the economy, public services and the cost-of-living crisis
While Qatar and Pakistan sought to keep discussions going, Iran said it would not continue under threats and raised concerns over alleged violations of the Lebanon ceasefire
A child and a student were killed while 16 others were injured after an APSRTC Ultra Deluxe bus collided with a lorry in Andhra Pradesh's Kadapa district. Authorities have launched an investigation into the accident
A one-and-a-half-year-old male leopard was safely rescued after falling into a public well in Isavali village of Ratnagiri's Lanja taluka. Forest officials carried out a 90-minute operation using an iron cage before releasing the healthy leopard back into its natural habitat
The application has been filed before the Shivajinagar sessions court through Special Public Prosecutor Shishir Hire and is expected to come up for hearing on Tuesday
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor announced that US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer will visit New Delhi for multiple rounds of talks with Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal
The trip also follows recent remarks by Donald Trump, who said after meeting Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the G7 Summit that the two countries were very close to reaching a trade agreement
The notices, issued by the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) and published in the Federal Register last week, were recently delivered to the US Congress. The proposed sales involve support services and logistics rather than new major defence equipment
As Vice President JD Vance met Iranian officials in Switzerland on Sunday, senior administration figures described the negotiations as an opportunity to reduce regional tensions, prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon and potentially expand the framework of cooperation established by the Abraham Accords

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