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The framework was signed last week, and now top U.S. and Iran negotiators are in a 60-day sprint to reach agreement on the technical details
Union Education Minister said he has complete faith in the National Testing Agency (NTA), State Governments, district administrations, the education fraternity and the students.
Footage posted online showed a bare-chested man, believed to be the suspect, roaming streets of the Scottish capital with a large weapon
The Iranian squad arrived at the World Cup with their country still at war with co-hosts the United States, and have been based in Mexico while playing all their games in the U.S.
What does a Fossils song, a bowl of khichuri, a wedding shehnai and a scene from Apur Sansar have in common? For many Kolkatans, they are all part of the soundtrack of rain. As monsoon returns to the city, Kolkatans recall the music, films, loves and losses that resurface with every downpour.
Having been thrashed by Sweden, Tunisia would have to play their best football when they face Japan on June 20, 2026 in a Group F match
On World Music Day, generations of music lovers reminisce the stories and songs of maverick musician H Mehboob
Remembering Italia 90, the dream nights when the roar of the game mixed with the cadences of rain
Eloy Rooms 15 saves are the most on record, since 1966, by any goalkeeper a World Cup match that did not feature extra-time
Vijaynarain Rangarajans journey is one of passion and self-discoverythis World Music Day, the singer-reflects on his influences, creative process, and the stories behind his songs.
This weekend on In Focus, historian Romila Thapar discusses her memoir and the impact of Hindutva on Indian democracy today.
This years theme for the International Day of Yoga is Yoga for Healthy Ageing, highlighting its role in promoting physical health, mental well-being, emotional resilience and active ageing
U.S. President Donald Trump unleashed a new threat to impose American tolls in Strait of Hormuz if a final deal with Iran isnt reached in 60 days
On this music day, let us explore the art of political and protest music a point of intersection between art and activism, where dissent takes the most melodious form it has ever had
Here is a select list of stories to start the day.
Attacks on educational institutions are usually an opportunistic exploitation of weak security practices and inadequate backup operating procedures. /Indias academic institutions despite serving thousands of students often have backup infrastructure weaker than mid-sized businesses
Indias graduates are rapidly stacking certifications, but struggle real-with world problems that do not have an instruction manual
Yoga Day celebrations are being organised across nearly 2,500 locations worldwide, with participation from more than 210 Indian missions and posts
The Manchester City winger was ruled out Saturday (June 20, 2026) by the Red Devils for the match at SoFi Stadium in the Los Angeles area
From devotional to film songs, Pallavaram Return to Tambaram Local, this train commuters music group has experienced notable shifts but is still singing strong
Jaskirat Singh was prosecuted by the U.K.'s Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) over his role in facilitating the illegal movement of non-British nationals between December 2024 and March 2026
The announcements indicated a rough start to technical-level U.S.-Iran talks that key mediator Pakistan said will begin Sunday (June 21, 2026), with Qatari mediators also participating
The party was disbanded by the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government after Hasinas government was toppled on August 5, 2024
Pakistans Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir also left for Switzerland
Trump said his predecessors had let the pool turn an algae-stained green and that he'd line it with American flag blue so it better reflected the Washington Monument
Police Scotland said that a 36-year-old man was arrested late on Friday (June 19, 2026) after officers received multiple reports of attacks in the west and north of the city
Curacao, 83rd in the FIFA rankings, were swept aside 7-1 by Germany in their opening Group E game in Houston, giving them a mountain to climb to reach the knockout phase.
Russian forces have staged a series of heavy attacks on Kyiv in recent weeks and in other major cities
After having two goals disallowed in the first half, Germany did not lose focus and used intricate passing to find their way while the West Africans produced their dynamic brand of attacking football in a wild Group E clash
Reports said Mr. Starmer had reached the conclusion that his position was no longer tenable after speaking to cabinet minister, advisers, donors and trade union leaders
Parametric schemes pay out when temperatures cross a threshold, but workers value the cash without taking the day off
With the worlds elderly population rapidly expanding, making healthy ageing a public health priority is more critical than ever, says the AIIMS Professor
The victory gives Netherlands a group-leading four points. Sweden has three points, with Japan and Tunisia scheduled to play later on Saturday (June 20, 2026)
Ubisoft confirmed Guillemot's death but did not comment further
The organisation also claimed that several police personnel involved in the operation did not wear name badges on their uniforms, thereby concealing their identities in violation of established norms
At IMAGE, a total of 750 participants including 450 beneficiaries, 122 employers and industry association representatives participated
The awards honour high-impact governance innovations that deliver measurable outcomes at scale
Senior officials led by MAWS Secretary Gagandeep Singh Bedi inspected civic works on Saturday as residents have complained about civic issues pertaining to waste management and stray dogs

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