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PIL challenging free travel for women in KSRTC ordinary buses: High Court reserves matter for orders

The petitioner contended that no study was conducted before rolling out the scheme that is aimed at making available free travel for women

18 Jun 2026 4:32 pm
Certain elements want to keep Manipur burning: CM Khemchand Singh

Addressing a programme in his Assembly constituency in Imphal West district, he says the continuing violence has affected developmental activities in the Northeast State

18 Jun 2026 4:26 pm
Petition to CM Vijay seeks protection of livelihoods of 7,000 fisherwomen from Mamallan Reservoir impact

In a representation, the association said fisherfolk from more than 16 villages depend on the coastal wetlands and backwaters in the project area for their livelihood

18 Jun 2026 4:23 pm
Madras High Court refuses to grant relief to MBBS student whose college fees was seized by NIA

Chief Justices Bench says the medical student cannot assert an equitable right to benefit from the fruits of a crime

18 Jun 2026 4:23 pm
Anatomy of a genocide: how it feels to live amid death and ruins in Gaza

In two years of Israels assault on Gaza after Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, more than 65,000 Palestinians have been killed, many of them women and children, and thousands displaced. While two books collect testimonies, another explains the conflict in Gaza, providing a historical context

18 Jun 2026 4:20 pm
Former MD of Anil Ambani group Sateesh Seth sent to 14-day judicial custody in PMLA case

Court lets Sateesh Seth to carry his glasses and medicines while in jail and directs jail authorities to take an appropriate decision regarding his request for a bed in accordance with the jail manual.

18 Jun 2026 4:20 pm
20,876 kg of ganja worth 20 crore destroyed in Anakapalli; ASR cultivation wiped out, says IG

Officials said ASR districts ganja cultivation, 7,515 acres in 2021-22, had been wiped out by January 2026 through drone surveillance and alternative crops

18 Jun 2026 4:19 pm
Governors address: T.N. govt. vows to oppose new Mullaperiyar dam proposal, take steps to halt Mekedatu

The Governor, in his address to the House, also said that to improve the administration of the States historic spiritual temples, the government will carry out structural reforms in the HR&CE Department

18 Jun 2026 4:16 pm
Amit Shah, U.S. Ambassador Gor discuss enhancing India-U.S. security cooperation

Commenting on the meeting with Mr. Shah, Mr. Gor said that, they discussed on collaboration to combat terrorism, shield our people from narcotics and illicit drugs, secure our borders, and jointly bring criminals to justice in both nations.

18 Jun 2026 4:06 pm
Kafir screenshot case: Vadakara court grants police two-day custody of DYFI leader Jithin Bhaskar

The prosecution submitted that custodial interrogation was necessary to ascertain whether Mr. Bhaskar had used a computer or any other digital device to create the disputed screenshot and to recover electronic evidence relevant to the investigation.

18 Jun 2026 4:05 pm
Pachaiyappas College to admit women students at undergraduate level

As the first woman principal of this legacy institution, I feel privileged to be part of history, principal Baby Gulnaz said

18 Jun 2026 4:05 pm
Telegram did not take proactive measure against illegal, suspicious channels: Centre tells Delhi HC

In Telegram, one account can create 40 bots. In WhatsApp, its one bot per user, the government submission said; submits list of action taken against the platform by other countries

18 Jun 2026 4:01 pm
Once Upon a Time in Gaza movie review: A Fistful of Falasteen in Gazawood

By grounding the film in mundane negotiations of survival and a wicked strain of humour, the Nasser brothers construct a rich, subversive portrait of Gaza, by Gaza and for Gaza

18 Jun 2026 3:54 pm
Watch: The multi cornered fight for Punjab | Talking Politics

Punjab goes to polls next year along with a few other States. Suddenly, all parties in the fray have become very active in the political field. Whats the difference between the scene in 2022 and now? Has the novelty of the ruling Aam Aadmi Party faded? We are joined by The Hindus Punjab correspondent, Vikas Vasudeva.

18 Jun 2026 3:46 pm
ED arrests former AP Ministers son in liquor transport scam probe

The Central agency is investigating alleged irregularities in liquor transportation contracts awarded by the Andhra Pradesh State Beverages Corporation Limited.

18 Jun 2026 3:45 pm
Kafir screenshot case: court extends deadline to submit report

The case involves the alleged circulation of a fake screenshot during the Vadakara Lok Sabha election labelling Left Democratic Front candidate K.K. Shailaja as a kafir to incite communal tension

18 Jun 2026 3:35 pm
Iranian missiles are only for firing: Tehran says defence capabilities not part of talks with U.S.

Our missiles do not like at all to be talked about by anyone, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said in an interview with Iranian state television

18 Jun 2026 3:33 pm
FIFA World Cup: Portugal coach defends playing Cristiano Ronaldo for full 90 minutes in draw with DR Congo

It makes no sense to get the best goal scorer in world football out in a game that you need goals, Martinez said

18 Jun 2026 3:24 pm
Tamil Nadu Governors walkout from Assembly: Data discrepancies in Lok Bhavan statement

Many reasons stated were wrong or the data was cherry-picked

18 Jun 2026 3:21 pm
Festive gifts: Good health and self care

This festive season, choose a gifting experience that encourages self care, wellness, good health, and a natural glow

18 Jun 2026 3:20 pm
Efforts on to improve passenger amenities at Surathkal Railway Station, Captain Brijesh Chowta

The MP inspected platform shelter and platform surface development work at the station

18 Jun 2026 3:18 pm
Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme: Government frames rules, procedures

The rules provide for a two-stage exit option from the TAPS framework in case eligible government staff wish to exit TAPS

18 Jun 2026 3:12 pm
News from the world of Education: June 18, 2026

Information on colleges, admissions, scholarships, events, MoUs, and more

18 Jun 2026 3:12 pm
West Bengal moves Supreme Court against early release of 1993 Bowbazar blast convict

In a judgment delivered on June 5, the High Court directed Rashid Khans premature release, holding that the period of incarceration already undergone was sufficient to meet the objectives of punishment and deterrence

18 Jun 2026 3:02 pm
T.N. Governors address: TVK govt. to establish Investor Promotion Commission to fast-track approvals for companies

In his address, the Governor said the government is firm that industries must grow and workers must thrive in order to achieve the target set by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay of transforming Tamil Nadu into a $1.5-trillion economy by 2036

18 Jun 2026 3:02 pm
Escalating cost of fresh fish upends ordinary household budgets

With the seasonal trawling ban in place, most of the daily catch comes from traditional fishing boats, including plank-built catamarans and dinghies fashioned from discarded styrofoam containers, which venture out to sea at dusk and return by dawn

18 Jun 2026 2:59 pm
RGCB scientists uncover new mechanism behind malaria parasites drug resistance

When malaria parasites infect reticulocytes, they gain access to this protective environment, allowing them to grow faster and better tolerate oxidative damage caused by artemisinin treatment, the study said

18 Jun 2026 2:59 pm
Sea Cadet Corps invites applications for 2026 batch

Children aged 10 to 12, studying in Classes V to VII, can collect forms at the INS Circars swimming pool on June 20

18 Jun 2026 2:58 pm
Socioeconomic disparities could be major predictors of antimicrobial resistance: Study

The researchers were thus able to forecast the resistance threats most likely to grow by 2050, specifically 210 pathogen-specific traits and key socioeconomic indicators that could drive the threats

18 Jun 2026 2:53 pm
Qatar government sends 1,000 fans on fully paid World Cup trip to support their national team

The Qatari fans descended on Vancouver via jets chartered by the Emir of Qatar ahead of the teams match against Canada

18 Jun 2026 2:52 pm
What is Googles Project Nimbus, and why are students protesting against it?

Amazon and Googles Project Nimbus cloud contract with Israel has sparked multiple protests over U.S. Big Tech enabling the Israeli militarys violence against Palestinians

18 Jun 2026 2:51 pm
T.N. Assembly: Governor Arlekar hails rendering of National Anthem twice, calls it dawn of a new era

It brings immense satisfaction that, after a hiatus of three years, the Governors address was read in its entirety within the House without any disruption today, said Lok Bhavan in a post on X, quoting the Governor

18 Jun 2026 2:46 pm
Banning Telegram will not stop paper leaks: Kejriwal

Arvind Kejriwal asserted that banning the messaging platform was not the solution to the problem and claimed that the authorities were not serious about tackling the issue

18 Jun 2026 2:45 pm
Kumari Jayawardena Feminist Archive launched

Aims to curate the globally renownedSri Lankanscholar-activists writingsspanninghalf a century

18 Jun 2026 2:44 pm
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan holds review meeting for NEET re-examination preparations

Emphasising on the importance of coordination at all levels, the Minister informed that officers designated by the Ministry will reach all the States to coordinate the activities pertaining to the re-examination process and will report to the Command Centre headed by the DG, NTA

18 Jun 2026 2:35 pm
TVK-led government failed to secure Cauvery water for kuruvai cultivation: Edappadi Palaniswami

Mr. Palaniswami said although the government had announced 436 schemes across various departments at a Cabinet meeting, they did not find mention in the Governors address

18 Jun 2026 2:34 pm
War heroes, national icons to replace British-era names on 21 roads in Secunderabad Cantonment

Bolton Road will become Atal Bihari Vajpayee Road, Noble Road will be renamed A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Road and Lytton Road will bear the name of Netaji Subash Chandra Bose

18 Jun 2026 2:33 pm
One dead, two injured in fire in Bandra

According to Mumbais civic body, Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC)is confined to electric wiring, electrical installations, household articles, etc., in Room No. 701 and 702 on the 7th floor of a Ground + 7 floored building

18 Jun 2026 2:31 pm
FIFA World Cup: Mexican military brings down drone near South Korea's training camp, coach calls it unfortunate

Military forces used specialised equipment to detect an unregistered drone near the South Korean camp, prompting them to neutralise it

18 Jun 2026 2:27 pm
Ukraine hits Moscow oil refinery, disrupting commercial flights in major drone attack

The attack comes as President Vladimir Putin is in Kazan, 700 km east of Moscow, hosting leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations as Russia seeks to bolster business and other ties

18 Jun 2026 2:23 pm
Greed is not good

Both vulnerable, South deals

18 Jun 2026 2:10 pm
Three killed, child injured in head-on collision on KarimnagarHyderabad highway

The Medchal police registered a case and launched an investigation

18 Jun 2026 2:04 pm