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Trump says U.S.-Iran meeting to take place in Qatar as Tehran denies any sit-down in coming days

U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump's adviser and son-in-law Jared Kushner will be flying to Doha for high-level meetings this week, White House said

30 Jun 2026 2:58 am
Surveillance boost: Army to raise Baaz Battalions

The new battalions will be built upon the Armys existing RPA Flights and will comprise a specialist pool of trained personnel responsible for operating and managing Remotely Piloted Aircraft systems

30 Jun 2026 2:42 am
U.P. Congress chief Ajay Rai placed under house arrest in Ayodhya ahead of party delegation visit

The party had informed the local administration about the proposed delegations visit to take the blessings of Lord Ram

30 Jun 2026 2:20 am
JetBlue flight hit drone while approaching JFK airport: FAA

The pilot of the Airbus A321, which had departed from Las Vegas, reported the strike at approximately 3,000 feet altitude while on final approach, the FAA said

30 Jun 2026 1:58 am
Germany vs Paraguay, FIFA World Cup LIVE updates: Four-time champions face dogged Paraguay

This is Germany's first knockout match since they won the World Cup in 2014

30 Jun 2026 1:48 am
Telangana HC asks ECI to consider Urdu forms in SIR exercise

The court was hearing a petition filed by a social worker from Karimnagar districtquestioning the supply of enumeration forms printed exclusively in Telugu

30 Jun 2026 1:17 am
Reforms 3.0 towards the Bharat rate of growth

Reforms 3.0 should focus on building an AI nation, and India cannot afford to miss this opportunity

30 Jun 2026 1:12 am
Preparing India for Chinas missile challenge

India needs to build a rocket force before Chinas missile advantage grows further

30 Jun 2026 1:11 am
Delayed honour: On Operation Sindoor, gains and losses

Operational secrecy during wars is a must, but there must be accountability

30 Jun 2026 1:09 am
Indias T20 series loss to Ireland: An appetiser with lingering bitterness

An unbeaten streak encompassing 16 series spread over three years in the most unpredictable and unforgiving of formats was snapped ruthlessly by an honest Irish side that made capital of its familiarity with the conditions

30 Jun 2026 1:09 am
FIFA World Cup 2026: Brazil beats Japan in breathtaking Round of 32 clash

Gabriel Martinelli scores late in injury time to seal brilliant comeback; Japans resolute defending goes in vain as Asian side fails to win knockout game yet again

30 Jun 2026 1:03 am
Canara Bank hands over 2,397 crore dividend cheque to FM Nirmala Sitharaman

The bank reported a record net profit of 19,187 crore in 2025-26, compared to 17,027 crore in the previous year, a 12.69% year-on-year increase. Government of India holds 62.93% of stake in the bank

30 Jun 2026 1:02 am
Caught in the middle: On India and curbing drug abuse

india must prioritise reduction of harm from drug abuse

30 Jun 2026 12:53 am
As SIR begins on June 30, Karnataka govt. issues guidelines for permanent residence certificates

The applications will be processed by Atal Janasnehi Centres, BengaluruOne, KarnatakaOne and Grama One among others

30 Jun 2026 12:46 am
30 Jun 2026 12:44 am
Why artificial wisdom is the biggest AI risk

AI enthusiasts often position AI as a substitute for human cognition. In doing so, society is gradually internalising a dangerous misconception that AI generates knowledge

30 Jun 2026 12:43 am
Mylswamy Annadurai made Chairman of reconstituted curriculum design panel

The government order stated that the tenure of the new committee would be for three years

30 Jun 2026 12:37 am
Teachers transfer: registration for counselling begin today

The last date for registration is July 7

30 Jun 2026 12:36 am
A month after final nod, CMRLs Phase II stretch yet to be inaugurated

Commuters lament the delay in opening the Poonamallee-Porur stretch.Officials stress the need to maintain the stations despite the undue delay

30 Jun 2026 12:33 am
Madras High Court stays DVAC Inspectors suspension

Justice P.T. Asha grants the stay till July 9 after arriving at a prima facie satisfaction that the suspension order was motivated

30 Jun 2026 12:33 am
Residents seek revival of FOC centres for quick restoration of power supply

Response to power disruptions was faster under the Fuse-Off Call centres, compared to the centralised set-up of Minnagam, say domestic consumers. The FOCs, each set up for three to four section offices, functioned round-the-clock, with telephone operators, linemen, and wiremen working in shifts

30 Jun 2026 12:30 am
An appetiser with lingering bitterness

An unbeaten streak encompassing 16 series spread over three years in the most unpredictable and unforgiving of formats was snapped ruthlessly by an honest Irish side that made capital of its familiarity with the conditions

30 Jun 2026 12:29 am
Wimbledon 2026 | Sabalenka powers past Kostovic into second round

Sabalenka, a losing semi-finalist on her last three visits to Wimbledon, will take on American McCartney Kessler next

30 Jun 2026 12:22 am
Sinner survives Wimbledon scare, wins first round Kecmanovic

Six of the 21 home players did take to court but all six lost, including British number one Cameron Norrie, seeded 26, beaten in five sets by American qualifier Michael Zheng

30 Jun 2026 12:18 am
Udhayanidhi Stalin hits out at TVK, terms MLA resignations a betrayal of the people

He charges that the recent resignation of M.R. Vijayabhaskar clearly exposes the extreme levels to which the ruling partys poaching politics have escalated

30 Jun 2026 12:15 am
HDFC Bank names new CFO and General Counsel

Puneet Sharma will take charge as the Chief Financial Officer, starting December 1; Jigar Shah named as the General Counsel-Designate

30 Jun 2026 12:11 am
KSTA, AKSTU to hold protests on June 30

Left-affiliated unions to seek protection of public schools, duty off for teachers deployed for Census, and organise a convention in protest against PM SHRI scheme

30 Jun 2026 12:01 am
Kerala to launch campaign in schools against epidemics

Aim is to make students aware of epidemic prevention measures, including the importance of cleanliness and personal hygiene practices

29 Jun 2026 11:58 pm
CCB summons former Transport Minister as part of probe into alleged job fraud

The investigation relates to a complaint lodged by a retired Special Sub-Inspector of Police alleging that he was cheated of 23 lakh on the assurance of securing an Assistant Engineers post for his son in the MTC

29 Jun 2026 11:58 pm
Panel will be set up to bring land laws up to date: Kerala Revenue Minister

The government will frame a legislation whereby marginalised sections who did not gain much from the first land reforms will benefit, says A.P. Anil Kumar

29 Jun 2026 11:46 pm
KTU signs MoU with National Insurance Company for Suraksha student insurance scheme

Under the scheme, each student will be provided accident insurance coverage of up to 12 lakh

29 Jun 2026 11:45 pm
Making Rahul Gandhi PM in 2029 should be our objective, says B. Manickam Tagore

The Congress MP from Virudhunagar assumed charge as TNCC president at an event held in Chennai

29 Jun 2026 11:41 pm
Resignation of M.R. Vijayabhaskar illustrates fragile nature of truce between the rebels in AIADMK and Palaniswami

Mr. Vijayabhaskar, who held the portfolio of Transport during 2016-21, when Jayalalithaa, OPS, and EPS were Chief Ministers, was among the 25 dissidents who sided with the TVK-led government during the motion on vote of confidence moved by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay in the Assembly on May 13, defying their partys whip.

29 Jun 2026 11:32 pm
'Direct threat to regional peace': India strongly condemns Pakistan air strikes on Afghan territory

The MEA, in its statement, reiterates its unwavering support for Afghanistans sovereignty and territorial integrity

29 Jun 2026 11:30 pm