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Collector launches Yogandhra 2026 program

The Yogandhra-2026 program would be conducted over a period of 14 days, from June 7 leading up to International Yoga Day on June 21.

7 Jun 2026 1:18 pm
CJPs agitation to continue until Union minister Pradhan resigns: Abhijeet Dipke

The CJP, a youth-led online movement that has been demanding accountability for alleged irregularities in examinations and recruitment tests, including NEET, CBSE, CUET, and SSC examinations

7 Jun 2026 12:51 pm
Armenians go to the polls under Russian pressure aimed at preventing a drift toward West

Armenians are voting in parliamentary elections as the government seeks to loosen ties with Moscow and increase cooperation with the West

7 Jun 2026 12:41 pm
Our agitation will continue until Union Minister Pradhan resigns: Cockroach Janta Party founder Dipke

Mr. Dipke also said their protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on Saturday (June 6) was largely successful, with around 7,000 people participating in it, and added that the movement would now expand nationwide

7 Jun 2026 12:40 pm
Nepal wants to resolve boundary row with India through diplomacy, open heart: Khanal

Khanal kicked off a three-day trip to strengthen bilateral ties, a visit overshadowed by a raging controversy triggered by Nepalese Prime Minister Balendra Shah's recent remarks on the boundary row

7 Jun 2026 12:24 pm
Tata Steel says U.K. plants low-emission project facing delays in securing electricity access

While we are working with ESO and National Grid for the new electrical infrastructure, National Grid has formally alerted that the connectivity project is delayed, says Koushik Chatterjee, ED and CFO, Tata Steel.

7 Jun 2026 12:17 pm
LPG domestic cylinder now costs 957.50 in Chennai, consumers express shock

In a span of three months it has gone up by 89/14.2 kg cylinder. Customers who have already booked their refills but have not received the same, will have to pay the revised rate

7 Jun 2026 12:13 pm
Goa Forest Official submits police complaint against Minister over soil transportation from forest

The complaint alleged trees were illegally uprooted during the activity, which amounted to violation of forest laws and government policies aimed at increasing green cover

7 Jun 2026 12:07 pm
Chief Minister travels by Metro to avoid Zero-Traffic arrangements in Bengaluru

Shivakumar is visiting Kanakapura, his home turf, first time after becoming the Karnataka Chief Minister to meet and extend his gratitude to the people of his constituency

7 Jun 2026 12:03 pm
Tamil Nadu Governor leads plantation drive, lays foundation stone for PLAZA in Auroville

The government formally announced that Auroville plans to plant more than 10,000 trees in the near future to further enrich its dense, sustainable urban forest

7 Jun 2026 12:02 pm
Congress aims for organisation overhaul, agitations from June 18 to corner BJP Govt in Goa

The reconstitution of the Goa Pradesh Congress Committee executive and other organisational bodies will soon be announced as part of a comprehensive restructuring exercise

7 Jun 2026 11:55 am
IND vs AFG one-off Test: Rishabh Pant dismissed for 81 as India reach 475 for 6

Pant did play his signature strokes but also curbed his natural instinct to go after each delivery, treating each ball on its merit during his 121-ball knock

7 Jun 2026 11:54 am
Salim Kumar: a mimicry artiste par excellence before taking over the film arena

The art brought Salim Kumar fame and made him a sought-after performer in the famed Kalabhavan troupe and in foreign shows; it paved the way for his entry into the film industry

7 Jun 2026 11:52 am
South Korea nominates Han Seong-sook as country's first female Prime Minister in two decades

Ms. Han, who had also previously served as chief executive of South Korean internet giant Naver, is expected to lead the countrys AI transformation, South Koreas presidential Chief of Staff Kang Hoon-sik said at a press briefing

7 Jun 2026 11:52 am
Telangana DCA issues notices to 41 online pharmacy-linked medical shops after statewide inspections

The inspections covered 166 medical shops, including 159 establishments associated with online medicine delivery services and 7 shops linked to online business-to-business (B2B) platforms such as IndiaMART

7 Jun 2026 11:51 am
India's energy demand boom to reshape global markets, says Rosneft chief

Today, India's economy is one of the key drivers of global energy consumption growth, says Igor Sechin, chief executive of Russian oil producer Rosneft

7 Jun 2026 11:42 am
PM flags national interest as Sterlite seeks green copper making in Tuticorin

Seeing conspiracy in copper smelter shutdown after protests, PM Modi appeals to courts

7 Jun 2026 11:38 am
U.S. says shot down Iran drones in fresh escalation

U.S. CENTCOM said it destroyed two Iranian drones hat threatened international maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, hours after announcing it struck four other drones and coastal surveillance radar sites

7 Jun 2026 11:22 am
Fire at residential building in Navi Mumbai; four injured

Ten persons were rescued from the premises. A minor and three other persons suffered burn injuries and breathing difficulties, the official said

7 Jun 2026 11:17 am
LPG Price Hike: Government says rates in India among world's lowest despite 46% jump in global benchmark

The government said the cost of supplying a domestic LPG cylinder has risen to more than 1,600 following a surge in international prices that followed the outbreak of war in West Asia at the end February

7 Jun 2026 11:08 am
Security forces urge Manipur villagers to sensitise youths to not get carried away by violence

The development came in the wake of the killing of three civilians in a gun attack at Loibol Khullen village in Kangpokpi district on Friday (June 5, 2026)

7 Jun 2026 10:54 am
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to travel with parents on Indias overseas tours

Sooryavanshi was named in Indias T20 squad for the tours to Ireland and England, and the Asian Games, after sweeping the batting honours in the IPL 2026

7 Jun 2026 10:52 am
Watch: Cooking gas gets costlier; LPG cylinder price raised by 29

Domestic cooking gas prices have been increased by 29 per cylinder, marking the second hike in three months. The latest revision comes amid rising global energy costs and follows earlier increases in petrol, diesel and CNG prices.

7 Jun 2026 10:23 am
OpenAI plans ChatGPT 'superapp' overhaul ahead of listing, FT reports

OpenAI plans a major ChatGPT overhaul to transform it into a superapp ahead of its share listing, reports the Financial Times

7 Jun 2026 10:23 am
China holds special operation near Taiwan after Japan-Philippines sea border talks

Beijings Transport Ministry organised maritime police from coastal provinces Fujian and Guangdong to conduct a special maritime traffic law enforcement operation in waters east of Taiwan Island

7 Jun 2026 10:18 am
Digvijaya Singh urges PM Modi to put three-language policy implementation on hold

I am forwarding herewith a representation received from a group of concerned parents of CBSE Class IX students, opposing the mandatory implementation of the three-language policy in the current mid-session, Mr. Singh said

7 Jun 2026 10:10 am
Why did riots break out in Southampton? | Explained

Why did protests erupt months after a murder? How have Sikhs reacted? What are the debates about the kirpan?

7 Jun 2026 9:55 am
Pope Leo XIV backs USA team ahead of FIFA World Cup

Pope Leo is currently on a week-long visit to Spain and the Canary Islands as preparations continue for the start of the expanded 48-team FIFA World Cup

7 Jun 2026 9:51 am
How a three-time NEET aspirant became a protester for a few hours

Follow Gautam Tamboliya, a three-time NEET aspirant, as he transforms from student to protester fighting for educational accountability.

7 Jun 2026 9:47 am
K. Annamalai | New chapter

The former BJP Tamil Nadu president has quit the party and launched a new movement, promising to bring constructive and clean politics

7 Jun 2026 9:41 am
IDFC First Bank-AU Finance Bank fraud case: CBI conducts searches at six locations

The searches were carried out on Friday (June 5, 2026) as part of an ongoing probe into the alleged misappropriation of funds parked with IDFC First Bank and AU Finance Bank, an official statement said

7 Jun 2026 9:11 am
Why did Supreme Court back curbs on online gaming? | Explained

What were the two sets of appeals concerning the regulation and taxation of online gaming platforms in front of the Court? What were the main objections raised by gaming companies against the GST levy? What are the likely consequences for Indias online gaming industry?

7 Jun 2026 8:48 am
Shut but open | T.N.s closure of liquor shops

Every time a new party comes to power, closing liquor shops becomes one of its standard promises. But shops are eventually opened in other locations. Is the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam governments decision to shut 717 liquor shops near educational institutions and places of worship going to be any different, people wonder

7 Jun 2026 8:22 am
News in Frames | Trickle of freshwater just off the salty sea

Pits dug on the beach serve as freshwater source for fishing villages near Mimisal in Pudukottai, Tamil Nadu; residents say they are a surviving link to the communitys history, tradition, and resilience; they raise quality concerns over littering

7 Jun 2026 8:11 am
SpaceX IPO is really Elon Musks gamble to save his empire

The company is targeting a $75 billion raise at a valuation of $1.75-2 trillion

7 Jun 2026 7:56 am
West Asia war LIVE: U.S. says it destroyed two Iran drones targeting Hormuz shipping

Pakistans Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi reached Tehran on Saturday (June 6, 2026) to push for peace amidst rising tensions

7 Jun 2026 7:51 am
North Korean leaders sister says nuclear programme absolutely non-negotiable: Yonhap

North Korea has long insisted on its right to a nuclear weapon and ballistic missile programmes, although they are forbidden under the terms of UN Security Council sanctions

7 Jun 2026 7:25 am
U.S. eyes Iranian assets for Gulf allies reconstruction, source says

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has also directed a team to assess costs for damage already inflicted on Gulf allies by Iran, the source said, adding that the U.S. will consider using Iranian assets for those repairs as well

7 Jun 2026 6:47 am
Beaufort Castle | Besieged history

A 12th-century hilltop castle has emerged as a key strategic flashpoint in Israels war with Hezbollah in occupied southern Lebanon

7 Jun 2026 5:40 am
Multiple people have been shot near a festival in Toledo, Ohio, authorities say

Many victims have been taken to nearby hospitals, police said; police did not provide further details on the injuries and how many people were shot.

7 Jun 2026 5:11 am
Odisha police arrest one person from Uttar Pradesh in connection with trafficking of minor girl

The girl alleged that she was sold to two families in Jhansi and subjected to sexual assault by multiple men over a period of nearly two years.

7 Jun 2026 4:08 am
Pakistan Interior Minister visits Tehran for third time in weeks amid U.S.-Iran tensions

During his visit, Mr. Naqvi will hold talks with various top officials, including Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, Iran'ssemi-official news agencyTasnim reported.

7 Jun 2026 3:57 am
A linguistic buffet

When language changes with State boundaries

7 Jun 2026 3:50 am
Bus stops and milestones

A look at the lives that cant help coming to the stops every day for meagre returns

7 Jun 2026 3:50 am
In defence of solitude

One does feel the need sometimes to distance oneself well away from others in order to take stock of ones life

7 Jun 2026 3:49 am
Thirukkural and modern medicine

For Thiruvalluvar, medicine is nothing but what we ingest as food

7 Jun 2026 3:49 am