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Rahul Gandhi criticised the Centre over the NEET-UG controversy after the reported death of medical aspirant Akanksha Chaturvedi. The Congress leader alleged systemic failures in the education sector and questioned the government`s handling of the examination row

A statewide enforcement drive under Operation Delta Hunt led to the detention of 501 individuals identified by authorities as suspected illegal Bangladeshi nationals across Gujarat. The operation involved coordinated action by police, crime branch, cyber cells and special units across multiple districts

A Delhi court has sent Lavkesh Bajaj, owner of the Flourish Stay B&B, to four days of police custody in connection with the Malviya Nagar hotel fire that killed 21 people. Investigators are probing alleged safety violations, staffing details and operational irregularities at the property

Speaking at the launch of the Maruti Suzuki WagonR Flex Fuel, Puri said that E85, a fuel blend containing up to 85 per cent ethanol, has been identified as the mono-fuel standard for flex-fuel vehicles under the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) specifications

The visit will cover key infrastructure and public service initiatives aimed at improving connectivity, healthcare facilities and economic development across multiple regions

Authorities clarified that none of the travellers are showing symptoms of Ebola virus disease and there is no known history of contact with infected individuals

The officials said that the raids have been conducted at five locations, with further searches and verification exercises still continuing as part of a wider ATS operation

Police have identified nine of the 12 foreign nationals who died in the incident and have shared their details with the Ministry of External Affairs to facilitate the repatriation of the bodies to their respective countries

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited injured survivors of the Malviya Nagar hotel fire at Max Hospital, Saket, and reviewed their treatment. Meanwhile, police have intensified the investigation, with the hotel owner arrested and efforts underway to trace the manager

While the initial findings point towards an electrical fault, officials stressed that the exact cause will only be confirmed after a detailed forensic examination

The monsoon reached Kerala on June 4, a few days later than its usual onset date of 1 June. Earlier forecasts had suggested the monsoon would arrive as early as May 26, but its progress was delayed

Kharge claimed that the latest survey data exposed serious shortcomings in the government`s welfare efforts and accused the Centre of concealing information that reflects poorly on its performance

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Venezuelas Acting President Delcy Rodriguez in New Delhi and discussed strengthening bilateral ties. The visit is expected to enhance cooperation in areas such as energy, trade, investment, healthcare and renewable energy

Trump indicated that talks aimed at preventing Iran from developing a nuclear weapon were moving forward and could potentially result in an agreement within days

According to a statement issued by Citi, the meeting centred on ways to support India`s long-term economic priorities and strengthen collaboration between global financial institutions and the country`s growing economy

Speaking before both the Senate Appropriations Committee and the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Rubio described China as the most significant long-term strategic challenge facing the United States

Delhi Police have arrested Lavkesh Bajaj, owner of the Flourish Stay B&B in Malviya Nagar, after a devastating fire killed 21 people and injured dozens. Investigators are probing alleged safety violations, overcrowding and evacuation failures at the property

Air raid sirens were activated in northern Israel on Thursday after a suspicious aerial target was detected near Kfar Yuval. The Israeli military later said the incident had concluded without injuries, while another alert was determined to be a false alarm

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Thursday and Friday, warning residents about light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds

CBSE received over 56,000 applications for answer-sheet verification and re-evaluation while successfully defending its systems against a major cyber attack. The application window remains open until June 6

At least three people were killed and several others injured after a major fire broke out at a private hospital in Bihar`s Muzaffarpur. Authorities suspect a short circuit in the ICU triggered the blaze, and an investigation is underway

Vaibhav has shown he can be a superstar in T20s, but whats even more exciting is his ability to adjust as per the match situation which gives me confidence that he can adapt to red-ball cricket as naturally as a fish takes to water

Rubio noted that he recently participated in a Quad foreign ministers` meeting in India and said the four countries were now focused on implementing concrete projects rather than limiting cooperation to diplomatic discussions

NASA has officially ended its MAVEN Mars mission after losing contact with the spacecraft in December 2025. The orbiter spent more than 11 years studying the Martian atmosphere, far exceeding its planned mission lifespan

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said efforts are underway to hold a Quad leaders` meeting later this year on the sidelines of a global gathering in the Indo-Pacific region. He described the Quad as an important alliance for regional security and cooperation

Todays England vs NZ Test will be the 150th at the spiritual home of cricket. Presenting an alphabetical recall of events there

The Maharashtra CID has intensified its investigation into the spurious liquor tragedy that claimed 18 lives in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad. Ten special teams have been formed to trace the methanol supply chain and identify all those involved

Ukrainian drones struck an oil terminal and a warship in dry dock near St Petersburg ahead of a major economic forum attended by Vladimir Putin. The attacks came amid escalating cross-border strikes, with Russia also reporting civilian casualties in Donetsk

Israel and Lebanon have agreed on a framework for implementing a ceasefire following US-mediated talks in Washington. The discussions focused on ending hostilities, strengthening Lebanese security forces, establishing pilot security zones and addressing the role of Hezbollah

A car accident on Mumbais Malabar Hill, allegedly caused by a loose manhole cover, has renewed concerns over civic safety ahead of the monsoon. The incident highlights the urgent need for authorities to inspect, secure and repair manhole and gutter covers to prevent avoidable accidents

Marco Rubio denied reports that Pakistan had conveyed a warning about Iran potentially demonstrating a nuclear weapon. Speaking during a congressional hearing, Rubio said he was unaware of any such communication reaching the US administration

A coaching institute run by educator Faisal Khan, popularly known as Khan Sir, was allegedly vandalised and pelted with stones in Patna. Police arrested three people, including the director of a rival coaching centre, while investigating claims that shots were fired during the incident

Investigative journalist Saurav Das is chief spokesperson, while political researcher and filmmaker Vijeta Dahiya, and former management consultant Ashutosh Ranka would represent the CJP before the public and media

An Israeli strike hit a car on a busy highway in Khaldeh, south of Beirut, hours before Lebanon and Israel were set to resume talks in Washington. The attack came days after a US-brokered agreement aimed at reducing hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah

Airbus has successfully completed the first flight of the A350-1000ULR, the aircraft selected by Qantas for its Project Sunrise programme. Designed for ultra-long-haul travel, the jet will support nonstop flights between Sydney and London lasting up to 22 hours

The All India Trinamool Congress faced its first split in 28 years after 58 rebel MLAs backed expelled leader Ritabrata Banerjee as Leader of Opposition. The faction secured recognition from the Assembly Speaker, triggering a major political crisis

The West Bengal government launched Annapurna Yojana and began transferring Rs 3,000 per month to 28.25 lakh verified women beneficiaries in its first phase. The scheme replaces the earlier Lakshmir Bhandar programme, which provided up to Rs 1,500 monthly assistance

Severe tropical storm Jangmi swept across Japan with strong winds and heavy rain, causing widespread disruptions to transport services, businesses and power supply. Nearly 60,000 homes experienced outages as the storm moved northeast south of Tokyo

Officials said coordinated raids are being conducted at several locations across the national capital to trace and arrest the accused. According to sources, the hotel owner has been identified as Lokesh Bajaj

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries described the move as another indication of how unserious, reckless and dangerous Donald Trump and his administration are with respect to the national security of the American people

Police and other investigative agencies are conducting a detailed inquiry into the hotel`s ownership structure, operational practices and adherence to prescribed safety norms

According to civic officials, the action forms part of the municipal corporations broader efforts to enforce building regulations, prevent illegal construction activities and ensure planned urban development

The Centre has appointed senior IFS officer Vipul as India`s next ambassador to Saudi Arabia. Currently serving as ambassador to Qatar, the seasoned diplomat has extensive experience in Gulf affairs and is expected to take up the assignment shortly

Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, BJP MLA Bhupen Borah expressed concern over the growing number of road deaths among youths and said stronger enforcement was needed to improve road safety

The incident has triggered widespread grief, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi announcing financial assistance for the victims families and several political leaders expressing condolences

The Indian Embassy in Kuwait has confirmed the death of an Indian national in the attack on Kuwait International Airport. The mission said it is coordinating with Kuwaiti authorities and providing support to the bereaved family and those injured

State-owned IRCTC has significantly expanded its digital and AI-driven operations across catering, ticketing, and passenger services, handling large-scale railway demand more efficiently

Congress leader DK Shivakumar took oath as Karnataka`s 34th CM at a ceremony in Bengaluru attended by top Congress leaders, religious heads and dignitaries. Senior Congress leader G Parameshwara was sworn in as Deputy CM, while the first batch of ministers was also inducted into the new cabinet

The decision comes amid a growing internal crisis, with a group of dissident MLAs seeking recognition as a separate legislature party in the Assembly

The government, through the Press Information Bureau`s Fact Check unit, also rejected the claims, highlighting that gold`s share in India`s foreign exchange reserves has actually increased over the past several months