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FIFA World Cup 2026: Cape Verde fights back for second draw against Uruguay

Cape Verde boosted their hopes of reaching the knockout phase with their second point in Group H

22 Jun 2026 5:53 am
Iranians walk out of talks venue after Trump threat

The negotiations to end a war that sowed chaos across the region and rattled the global economy are meant to trigger a 60-day period to settle broader issues that have dogged U.S.-Iranian relations for decades

22 Jun 2026 5:35 am
FIFA World Cup, Egypt vs New Zealand LIVE: Group G match under way

After draws in their both their opening fixtures, both sides are looking to win their first match of the tournament

22 Jun 2026 5:32 am
As Vance meets top Iranian officials in Switzerland, Trump threatens Tehran from afar

The U.S. wants Iran locked into negotiations over its nuclear programme amid concerns it may be used for military purposes, which Iran denies

22 Jun 2026 5:17 am
People caught vandalizing Washington Reflecting Pool to be fully prosecuted, U.S. Attorney Pirro says

President Donald Trump has blamed vandalism for recent problems with the newly renovated pool, including its new blue paint peeling off

22 Jun 2026 4:41 am
Colombia right-wing candidate De La Espriella has lead in tight presidential race

Whoever wins will grapple with high public debt and a divided Congress, which could stymie reform proposals

22 Jun 2026 4:28 am
BEST employees unions call off strike; bus services to resume in Mumbai

Mr. Shinde said permanent and wet-lease employees would receive an interim pay hike of 3,000 and 2,000 per month, respectively

22 Jun 2026 3:57 am
FIFA World Cup | Beiranvand heroics help Iran hold 10-man Belgium to goalless draw

Iran goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand repeatedly saved his side with crucial interventions, including an extraordinary stop from a point-blank-range effort from Maxim De Cuyper in the second half

22 Jun 2026 3:44 am
FIFA World Cup, Uruguay vs Cabo Verde LIVE: Group H match under way

Uruguay for their first win against debutants Cabo Verde, who held Spain to a spirited draw

22 Jun 2026 2:44 am
KMC renames citys Suhrawardy Avenue as Gopal Mukherjee Road

Despite the BJP and others right-wing groups linking Suhrawardy Avenue to Huseyn Shaheed Suhrawardy, scholars point out that the road was not named after him but his uncle Hassan Shaheed Suhrawardy, who had nothing to do with communal riots of 1946. The road has been renamed Gopal Mukherjee Road who saved many Hindu families during the Great Calcutta Killings of 1946

22 Jun 2026 2:28 am
Qatar reports explosion at factory in Ras Laffan, several injured

Several injuries were reported but no leak that threatens safety

22 Jun 2026 2:21 am
End the free rein of junk food advertising in India

Restricting the advertising of ultra-processed food (UPF) products and foods high in fat, sugar and sodium (HFSS) is a public health imperative

22 Jun 2026 1:17 am
NEET re-test held across 97 centres amid tight security

Delhi students say cancellation of May 3 test disrupted preparation,describe new exam paper as tougher than the old one; re-test will delay admissions and impact alternative career plans: parent

22 Jun 2026 1:07 am
Patients face pedestrian, civic challenges around major government hospitals in Bengaluru

Encroached footpaths, unsafe crossings, flooding and inadequate patient facilities continue to inconvenience visitors despite improvements in traffic management at some locations.

22 Jun 2026 1:00 am
Britain after Brexit, divided, uncertain and stagnant

Ten years after Brexit, Britain still searches for direction

22 Jun 2026 12:59 am
The lack of accountability within the NTA

The National Testing Agency (NTA) was created in 2017 as a registered society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 and not through an Act of Parliament, which means it operates without a codified liability standard toward the candidates it examines

22 Jun 2026 12:56 am
Cyber scam hubs across Southeast Asia fuelled by human trafficking: APG report

Government says 6,998 Indians have been rescued from cyber scam hubs since 20222,533 from Cambodia, 2,297 from Lao PDR, and 2,168 from Myanmar

22 Jun 2026 12:49 am
Around 600 tonnes of fish sold at Kasimedu on Sunday

Fishermen proudly showed off large-sized grouper fish, also called Kalavaan, and sharks caught in their nets

22 Jun 2026 12:45 am
Indias GenNext pace battery hungry, promising and effective

With two of the next three Test series in the subcontinent, the coaching groups brief will revolve around keeping the quicks fresh, relevant and topped up skill-wise with the 50-over World Cup in southern Africa next year as the ultimate goal

22 Jun 2026 12:29 am
TG20 | Top-order batters steer Aces to a win in inaugural game

Wafi, Krishna and Himateja hit half-centuries to propel their side to 237 for five; Strikers fall short despite Vigneshsknock

22 Jun 2026 12:28 am
FIFA World Cup 2026 | Spain finds its scoring boots again as it slams four past Saudi Arabia

The former champion puts behind the horrors of failing to break the deadlock against Cape Verde in the first round with a masterclass in control as it runs the Asian side ragged; Oyarzabal bags a brace and also sets up Yamals opener

22 Jun 2026 12:24 am
Changed reality: On India and the Strait of Hormuz

India must reduce its dependence on the Strait of Hormuz

22 Jun 2026 12:21 am
Just truths: On DNA evidence and rights

DNA test for paternity, allowed as a last resort, must not violate other rights

22 Jun 2026 12:12 am
Indira Nagar residents lament waterlogging due to Metro Rail work

Second Avenue has also been witnessing frequent sewage problems, as the sewer line has been affected by CMRLs work on the phase II project

21 Jun 2026 11:51 pm
FIFA World Cup, Belgium vs Iran LIVE: Group G match under way

It is all square in group G after both the sides drew their opening matches

21 Jun 2026 11:32 pm
CISF to be deployed at five more prisons in Jammu and Kashmir

This includes a new high-security prison in Kathua, four district jails; CISF implements tech upgrades at Central jails, including AI-enabled CCTV systems and advanced video analytics for real-time monitoring

21 Jun 2026 11:23 pm
Gunfire at Congress MLAs office shows law and order collapse in Haryana, says Hooda

Not a single gang was active during the Congress governments tenure, because the administrations policy was clear: either give up crime or leave Haryana, says Leader of Opposition Bhupinder Singh Hooda

21 Jun 2026 11:18 pm
Right to vote should be a Fundamental Right: Jairam Ramesh

This will ensure safeguards against voter suppressions or arbitrary disqualifications that Mr. Ramesh alleged took place in different states in astronomical numbers under the SIR process

21 Jun 2026 11:12 pm
Political parties condole death in ammonia leak at seafood processing unit in Tiruvallur district

They urge the Tamil Nadu government to ensure safety guidelines are strictly followed in industrial units

21 Jun 2026 11:11 pm
VCK urges Vijay to call for all-party meeting on Mekedatu issue

This comes after the CPI(M), AIADMK, and the PMK criticised the resolution passed in the Assembly on the grounds that it was not adopted in accordance with the procedure

21 Jun 2026 11:01 pm
Matt Henry roars back with 11 wickets as New Zealand crush England at The Oval

A 10-day break between the games allowed him to fully recover and on Sunday (June 21, 2026) he was named the player of the match in New Zealand's series-leveling win by 253 runs.

21 Jun 2026 10:59 pm
Operation Tiger successful, declares Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde

Those who know me, know that we do not leave any operation incomplete, says Shinde; all six MPs of Shiv Sena UBT are slated to merge with Shiv Sena, say party sources

21 Jun 2026 10:57 pm
India beat New Zealand to win FIH women's Nations Cup, title secure Pro League return

This is Indias second Nations Cup title, having won the inaugural edition of the tournament in 2022

21 Jun 2026 10:56 pm