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Tarique Rahman in China: Bangladesh discusses Teesta project in Beijing

China has said the Teesta River Comprehensive Management and Restoration Project would include dredging of more than 100 km of the river, which would allow better management of the rivers water and prevent erosion

25 Jun 2026 11:41 pm
125 Autism Support Centres mark A.P. governments push for inclusive education, says MLA

Speaking at the valedictory session of two-day roundtable, Sundarapu Vijay Sreekumar calls for coordinated efforts among departments to ensure quality education for every child with special needs

25 Jun 2026 11:31 pm
S&P upgrades Adani Ports to BBB; cites strong cash flows, balance sheet strength

The rating agency assigned a stable outlook on APSEZ, reflecting the expectation that the company will sustain strong operating performance over the next 12-24 months and keep its net debt-to-EBITDA ratio at around 2.6 times despite elevated capital spending

25 Jun 2026 11:23 pm
Russia eyes stronger ties with Kerala across key sectors

India occupies a special place in Russias foreign policy and that the strategic partnership between the two countries will complete 80 years in 2027, says Russian Ambassador to India

25 Jun 2026 11:14 pm
MSMEs key driver behind countrys economic development, says NTR Collector

Addressing in a press conference, Lakshmisha says MSMEs play a vital role in the growth of a countrys Gross Domestic Product as they absorb local talent, promote self-employment and industrial development

25 Jun 2026 11:11 pm
Repeated paper leaks a systemic failure, Pradhan must resign: Kerala Minister

Roji John says paper leaks and related irregularities in five major examinations have affected 6.54 crore candidates over the past decade

25 Jun 2026 11:09 pm
Indias eye in the sky Netra AEW&C system gets Final Operational Clearance

Indigenous system has already proved its worth during Balakot strikes and Operation Sindoor; scientists and IAF officers dedicate Netra clearance to colleagues killed in 1999 tragic air crash; today, we have shown that their sacrifice has not gone in vain, says DRDO Aeronautics Cluster chief

25 Jun 2026 11:04 pm
Guntur doctor presents research paper on childhood kidney condition at Paris Congress

Dr. Yerra Rajeshs research focuses on hydronephrosis, a condition involving swelling of the kidneys in children

25 Jun 2026 11:00 pm
FATF asks Myanmar to act against cyber scam threats, protect trafficking victims

The FATF noted that fraud and cyber scam activities in Myanmar remained extensive and presented significant illicit finance risks, despite steps taken to tackle such operations

25 Jun 2026 10:58 pm
Fresh dispute emerges over Strait of Hormuz transit routes despite ceasefire

Naval Force of IRGC warns vessels transiting the strait must use only routes officially designatedby Iran

25 Jun 2026 10:58 pm
ICC Womens T20 World Cup 2026: Shafali powers India to five-wicket win over Bangladesh

The target was very gettable and Shafali provided a flying start to ensure that India got home in 16.5 overs; there was bit of lull in the middle overs before Jemimah Rodrigues took India close to the finishing line

25 Jun 2026 10:50 pm
Kuki-Zo Council admits six Nagas were killed by Kukis

This is the first known public expression of regret by any Kuki leader or group over the killings; KZC chairman terms it a great mistake, says the Naga civilians were killed during an outburst of emotion

25 Jun 2026 10:45 pm
Cargo ship reports suspected attack while crossing Hormuz

The vessel hit was the Singapore-flagged container ship Ever Lovely, according to British maritime risk management group Vanguard and three maritime security sources

25 Jun 2026 10:38 pm
Opposition seeks rollback of new FCRA Rules, flags overreach and impact on civil society

Congress General Secretary (Organisation) K.C. Venugopal writes to PM Narendra Modi and CPI(M) Rajya Sabha leader John Brittas writes to Home Minister Amit Shah questioning the new FCRA rules, say they raise surveillance concerns

25 Jun 2026 10:30 pm
Govt. restores commercial LPG supply, withdraws sectoral mandates

The Petroleum Ministry had instituted supply maintenance and regulation orders at the peak of the West Asia crisis to ease some pressure off LPG.

25 Jun 2026 10:28 pm
China defends patrols east of Taiwan after three European nations raise alarm

While Britain, France and Germany said the activity endangered regional stability, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said Chinas law-enforcement and patrol activities were aimed at maintaining regional stability and maritime order

25 Jun 2026 10:27 pm
SFI leaders booked over Kerala Secretariat march; police find evidence on discovery of blades from protest venue

Destruction of public property worth nearly 10,000 has also been reported in the case

25 Jun 2026 10:26 pm
Macron hosts Meloni for Riviera talks after Trump rift

Relations have often been strained between Mr. Macron, a pro-European centrist, and Ms. Meloni, who leads a coalition of right and far-right parties

25 Jun 2026 10:20 pm
Soon, transit air travellers can skip immigration at connecting airports

Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan Naidu launches a facility for transit passengers to complete immigration formalities at their origin airport. Now introduced at Varanasi airport, the facility will be available in six more airports in six weeks, he says

25 Jun 2026 10:19 pm
DMK govt.s work in Electricity Dept. conveniently ignored in White Paper: Senthilbalaji

Though the demand kept rising over the past five years, we provided uninterrupted and uniform supply, says former Electricity Minister

25 Jun 2026 10:13 pm
Congress flags systemic exam failures, launches nationwide student outreach

Chhatron Ki Goonj campaign to take up paper leaks, recruitment delays and education concerns

25 Jun 2026 10:09 pm
NCERT introduces Emergency in Class 9 textbook, flagging it as challenge to democracy

The moves comes against the backdrop of India recently observing 50 years since the declaration of the Emergency in 1975. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan says the NCERT has done the right thing

25 Jun 2026 10:03 pm
PIL plea seeks end to dumping of waste in wildlife sanctuaries

The petitioner said indiscriminate dumping of waste in forest areas had resulted in severe ecological degradation, contamination of soil and water resources, and destruction of wildlife

25 Jun 2026 9:55 pm
Over 1 lakh students shifted from private to govt. schools in A.P., say officials

Education Minister Nara Lokesh instructs officials to study the mechanisms adopted by other States to regulate excessive private school fees

25 Jun 2026 9:51 pm
Poland, Ukraine hold key Gdansk conference without Zelenskyy

Polish PM Donald Tusk called on the West to believe a post-war Ukraine will rise from the ruins like his native city Gdansk, largely destroyed during World War II, as he tried to dampen the diplomatic spat with Kyiv

25 Jun 2026 9:50 pm
Passport fees hiked to 2,500 from July 1

Aapplying for a fresh or reissued 36-page passport will cost 2,500, while a tatkal application will cost 5,000; rate for regular 60-page passports hiked to 3,500 and tatkal application will cost 6,000

25 Jun 2026 9:49 pm
Economic blockade hits Manipurs Kangpokpi district, driving up the cost of essentials

40 people killed in Manipur since Presidents Rule was revoked in February; Kangpokpi MLA and Deputy CM blocked from travel to Imphal; spike in prices of rice, petrol, no LPG cylinder supply in district

25 Jun 2026 9:47 pm
CBI secures attachment of 25 crore assets in Uttarakhand chit fund case

The agency got six attachment orders issued for properties in Uttarakhand, 16 in Uttar Pradesh, and one in Mumbai by the respective competent authorities

25 Jun 2026 9:44 pm
Farmers wear black badges to protest against delay in crop loan waiver, pending procurement payment dues

A farmer argues that under 58-village canal scheme, a vital 27 km canal needs urgent widening and heightening to handle a flow of 316 cusecs; Instead authorities are actively wasting funds by spending 8 cr. to excavate silt from Keeripatti tank which is in good condition

25 Jun 2026 9:42 pm
Minister Nirmal Kumar releases White Paper on TN Electricity department

Tamil Nadu Electricity Minister R. Nirmalkumar has officially released a detailed White Paper exposing the true status of the states electricity department. In a major relief to consumers, the government has cancelled the 3.57% annual tariff hike for this year.

25 Jun 2026 9:42 pm