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UCC Bill to be tabled in July Assembly Session: M.P. CM Mohan Yadav

A six-member high-level committee formed by the State Government in April is currently working on a draft Bill after touring various parts of the

30 kg of banned gutkha seized from train at Erode

Congress charts strategy to emerge as AAPs main challenger in Punjab Assembly elections

Party reviews leadership, organisation and electoral strategy as Punjab Assembly elections draw closer

Thirsty Chittoor elephants stray to villages, Bengaluru highway as monsoon lags

A 13-member herd from Tamil Nadu stayed for days near habitations, and a lone elephant held up traffic on the Bengaluru highway at Moghili ghat

Man arrested for threatening woman over loan repayment in Erode

Telangana govt intensifies efforts to mobilise resources for Rythu Bharosa kharif installment amid financial challenges

Govt to credit 6,000 an acre to into accounts of 67 lakh farmers. Telangana government is however likely to face tough time in raising finances a

Lalu blames Nitish for security cover downgrade

The rivalry between Mr. Prasad and Mr. Kumar, both of whom had cut their teeth in the students' movement led by Jayaprakash Narayan in 1974, has

Life lesson of the day by Michelle Obama: Do not bring people into your life who Inspiring lessons on relationships, personal growth, encouragement, negativity and why you become like the people you spend the most time with

Life Lesson of the Day by Michelle Obama: Michelle Obamas quote, Do not bring people into your life who weigh you down explores the importance of

Speaker did not conduct meaningful inquiry before accepting resignations of four MLAs: AIADMK whip tells Madras High Court

He says the submission of the first three resignations at 2.30 p.m. and their acceptance at 3.55 p.m. demonstrate a sham of compliance with const

Crime Branch takes over probe into death of nursing student in Kollam

Febina Sajan, a 23-year-old nursing student of a private nursing college in Kollam, was found dead on January 18, 2026

White Paper says Tamil Nadus power distribution company faces a persistent monthly structural cash shortfall

A monthly shortfall of 2,500 crore translates to an annual liquidity gap of about 30,000 crore, financed through a combination of short-term borr

NIA attaches land of terror case accused in J&K's Baramulla

The investigation focusses on the illegal arms network, terror funding and the interception of Hizbul terrorists alongside former DSP Devender Si

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Rahul Gandhi moves Supreme Court in defamation case

Mr. Gandhi also sought a stay of a Gujarat High Court judgment which upheld his conviction. He said the High Court verdict has no parallel or pre

Pollachi man sentenced to 10-year rigorous imprisonment for raping woman with mental disability

Training on food packaging, mushroom cultivation to be held at agriculture college

New Nagapattinam SP takes charge

Sanchith Sanjeev interview: On Mango Pachcha, the Kichcha Sudeep comparison and nepotism debate

Sanchith Sanjeev, who starred as the lead in the recent film Mango Pachcha, says he was conscious about debuting in an unconventional movie and o

Ganja smuggling racket with international links busted in Anakapalli; 213 kg seized, five held

The Superintendent of Police said the key accused had a 2022 drug conviction in Sri Lanka, was jailed there, and entered India illegally by sea a

AI cannot replace human influence and leadership: Godrej CDIO

Trump threatens 'dropping bombs' if Iran doesn't 'behave'

US President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran. He stated that military action would resume if Iran fails to adhere to its obligati

CBSE Class 10 Second Board Results 2026 expected soon: Check date, steps to check scorecard and other important guidelines

CBSE will soon release Class 10 Second Board Result 2026 for improvement exams. Students can check scores on cbse.gov.in and cbseresults.nic.in.

US-Iran signing ceremony imminent: Roadmap details sanctions relief, 60-day nuclear negotiation window

A proposed US-Iran peace pact involves reopening the Strait of Hormuz, ending the blockade, and pausing nuclear enrichment for 60 days. US leader

Sikkim State Dear Regal Wednesday Weekly Lottery result declared at 6 PM (17-06-2026): Check winning numbers and prize details

The Sikkim Dear Regal Wednesday Weekly Lottery, operated by the Directorate of Sikkim State Lotteries, offers a first prize of 1 crore. Ticket pr

Global Faultlines podcast | Iran, Israel and the U.S.: How the war changed West Asia

From Irans nuclear programme to Trumps diplomacy and shifting regional alliances, we examine what the war leaves behind.

From war to talks: How the US reached a deal with Iran

After more than 100 days of conflict, the U.S. and Iran reached a preliminary agreement to end hostilities and reopen critical trade routes, mark

Psychology says people who always take the last piece of cake are not necessarily selfish: Why the brain responds differently to social permission and opportunity

Psychology suggests that the last piece of cake is rarely just about food. It often becomes a symbol of opportunity, social comfort and the choic

Rupee rises 10 paise to close at 94.50 against U.S. dollar

The dollar index was trading at 99.57, higher by 0.03%

How 'chull' led an IIT Kanpur graduate to leave a $300,000 job and build an AI startup

Sahil Dhull left a senior role at Cohesity due to a persistent urge to pursue an idea, launching AGI Interfaces. The venture is developing AI-pow

Ghaziabad Tanishq showroom robbery shocker: How a wedding celebration led to a Rs 4 crore jewellery heist and multiple arrests in major theft case

A Tanishq employee planned a massive jewellery heist worth Rs 4 crore. He used his upcoming wedding as a cover to steal keys and execute the robb

Boy rescued from goat rearing

Akhilesh Yadav dismisses SP split claims, targets BJP over defections

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday dismissed Uttar Pradesh Minister Om Prakash Rajbhars claim that the SP could face a split, asse

G7 Summit: Modi suggests global Skilled Mobility Partnership, Economic Corridor for Global South

India and countries of the Global South has young talent while many societies were ageing, the Prime Minister said, as he called fora Global Skil

Hindujas Ramesh Narayanaswamy: Agentic AI can be used to pull off things organisations are bad at

First Day First Show | Bharathiraja tribute, Backrooms review

The Hindus First Day First Show newsletter brings you news and reviews from the world of cinema and streaming

RSETI training centre opens in Nandyal to help rural youth turn entrepreneurs

Officials said the Union Bank-run centre would give rural youth free vocational training and bank-loan support for self-employment

'Stop POLITICISATION of science!': Witness STUNS Senate with explosive COVID vaccine cover-up claims

Waterl level in Mettur Dam stands at 79.14 feet

Navi Mumbai Airport to launch international operations on July 15

Navi Mumbai International Airport Limited CEO B.V.J.K. Sharma said that both Air India Express and IndiGo are going to operate international flig

Sanjeev Arora case: Court bins Punjab minister's bail plea to prevent attempts to tamper with proof

Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora was arrested by the ED in connection with a money laundering case related to an alleged 100 crore GST fraud involvi

Odisha CM orders inquiry into 1,678 errors in school textbooks

A three-member high-level committee, headed by the Development Commissioner, has been instructed to probe the matter and submit its report within

Sounds of the City: Chennais music scene opens up this June

From Fte de la Musique at Alliance Franaise of Madras to Mothertongue Musics listening session at Vinyl & Brew, here is where to experience Chenn

First Day First Show | Jaws tribute, Rajat Kapoor interview

The Hindus First Day First Show newsletter brings you news and reviews from the world of cinema and streaming

Viral Post Claiming CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke Facing Deportation Is False

There are no credible reports that support this statement.

HD KSOE executives meet T.N. CM Vijay on proposed 38,000-crore shipbuilding project in Thoothukudi

During the meeting, the Chief Minister assured the executives that the Tamil Nadu government would extend all necessary support to ensure the spe

Pune Akashvani News Division will not be shut down, says Ashwini Vaishnaw

Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation and Cooperation and Pune MP Murlidhar Mohol took up the matter with him. During their meeting, Vaishna

Ayurveda Reclaims Global Relevance: Scientific Renaissance Rooted In Tradition

As global healthcare shifts toward prevention, Ayurveda is re-emerging through research and integration.

Naruto voice actor Kazuhiko Inoue on becoming Kakashi in seconds and surviving 52 years in anime

The veteran Japanese voice actor best known for bringing to life Kakashi Hatake from Naruto visited Delhi for Anime India 2026 and reflected on t

SC says probe needed into serious allegation of Registry misplacing case records

CJI Surya Kant says claim that records in an urgent matter went missing is a very serious matter that warrants scrutiny

G7 leaders back Ukraine, plan greater pressure on Russia

The G7 leaders also welcomed the preliminary peace deal between the United States and Iran, which Mr. Trump signed on the eve of the summit, and

Modi Proposes IMPACT Framework to Boost Global Connectivity and Trade

At the G7 Summit, PM Narendra Modi calls for a new partnership combining G7 resources, India's talent and Global South participation

Imphal : Three Injured Kuki-Zo Men Shifted From RIMS To Churachandpur Hospital

The situation at the hospital has been tense since Monday morning after three Kuki-Zo men who sustained bullet injuries in an exchange of fire in

Karnataka police chief directs staff to strictly adhere to office timings

A circular was issued on June 17

Drug-resistant malaria poses growing challenge to treatment and elimination efforts

Antimalarial drug resistance in India, particularly mutations to artemisinin-based therapies, poses a critical threat to malaria control and elim

Eight arrested for bid to storm Falta police station, free TMCs Jahangir Khan; CM Suvendu vows stringent action

Police have named his wife as the alleged mastermind behind the plan

Attack on Youth Congress activists: SIT approaches Kerala HC against anticipatory bail granted to accused police personnel

SIT contends that the restrictions on custodial interrogation have a serious impact on the investigation into the matter and requests the court t

Several Israeli strikes hit south Lebanon

Lebanon's Health Ministry raised the death toll in Israeli attacks since the war broke out to 3826, as rescuers pull more bodies from the rubble

Hyderabads Dhruva Space, Finlands ICEYE ink pact to collaborate on various fronts

Opportunities for large-scale space components manufacturing in India to be evaluated; earth observation services, disaster management solutions

Raja Ravi Varmas Little Prince of Courage among highlights of AstaGurus Collectors Choice auction

AstaGurus Collectors Choice auction will be held online Taking place online on June 22 and 23, AstaGurus Collectors Choice auction and features r

Go on a Pan-Indian culinary journey across 23 states in Chennai at Parva

Posters for Rahul Gandhi's Kota event removed, locals pressured not to attend: Pilot

Congress leader Sachin Pilot mentioned that Rahul Gandhi would engage with students in Kota to understand their issues and discuss ways to tackle

Arushee Aggarwal, CEO, upGrad: Applying AI in the context it is needed is important

Creator platform Influish raises pre-seed funding from Clovia co-founder and others

Influish will use the funding on product development and to strengthen its Meta API-powered capabilities and expand creator workflow tools and mo

V.D. Satheesan set to be the third Congress CM in Kerala to present Budget

Satheesan will present the Budget since he also handles Finance portfolio

Starmer Criticises Russian Warship After Warning Shots Fired Near British Yacht

UK Prime Minister says Russian actions were reckless after a naval vessel fired warning shots in the English Channel.

Revanth Reddy Slams BRS Over Baseless Charges against Congress Govt

Without naming BRS, Revanth Reddy warned that those opposing Messi's visit would lose even their opposition status in the next assembly elections

Akhilesh Dismisses Rajbhars Split Claim, Says Samajwadi Party Remains United

Earlier in the day, Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP) chief Rajbhar claimed that a major split was likely in the SP and that several party le

Adidas runs out of letter 'V' as German fans snap up World Cup shirts

Replica World Cup shirts for German players faced a temporary shortage of the letter 'V'. High fan demand for shirts of Kai Havertz, Deniz Undav,

Boydies in cradle rope mishap in Erode

Iran will reopen Strait of Hormuz and can sell oil freely under deal with US, according to leaks

A tentative deal between Iran and the U.S. will reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil passage. Iran will be allowed to sell its oil without re

India's Mumbai rations water supply as June rainfall hits 12-year low

Mumbai faces its driest June in over a decade. Water supply to construction sites is cut. Industrial usage is reduced by 20%. Reservoir levels ar

Bengaluru Development portfolio the most coveted and contested

White Paper addresses adverse impact of revenue collapse on people of Tamil Nadu

The White Paper observed the inter-generational transferfrom todays beneficiaries of government services to tomorrows taxpayers who will service

Tesla plans Supercharger network in Hyderabad, bets on home charging to drive Indias EV future

Tesla opens its fifth Experience Center in India at Knowledge City, Hyderabad. The 2026 Model Y Premium Rear-Wheel Drive is priced at 50.89 lakh

U.S.-Iran peace deal, FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off, Musk becomes worlds first trillionaire, and more: The week in 5 charts

This past week, after over 100 days of war, the U.S. and Iran finally agreed to a peace deal. Meanwhile, FIFA World Cup kicked off in Mexico on J

JioBlackRock Integrates Overnight Fund with Savings Pro on JioFinance App

New feature allows customers to automatically invest surplus bank balances into overnight mutual funds while retaining liquidity.

Four ex-AIADMK MLAs facing disqualification proceedings submit replies to Tamil Nadu Speakers notices

Disqualification proceedings were initiated against former MLAs S. Jayakumar (Perundurai), Maragatham Kumaravel (Madurantakam), P. Sathyabama (Dh

What is mid-year Margazhi? Chennai-based Aavaranaa tells you the answer

Carnatic music and Kanjeevaram silk come together for a jugalbandhi at Aavaranaas Mid-Year Margazhi between June 19 and 21

Pizza Hut: From $600 loan to 20,000 stores and the new $2.7 billion twist for the global empire

Pizza Hut, a nearly 70-year-old American icon, has been split in a $2.7 billion deal. Yum Brands is selling its international business outside Ch

Shivarajkumar interview: On his cameo in Rajinikanths Jailer, and letting his eyes do all the talking

The veteran Kannada superstar on sharing screen space with Rajinikanth, why gangster roles are a natural fit for him, and working with Dhanush in

11 Deaths at Cardiovascular Institute Triggers Alarm in Mysuru

The average deaths at the Institute ranges is about 6 deaths, which comes close to internationally accepted figures

Google rolls out Android 17: New AI tools, Screen Reactions, Gemini upgrades, privacy features and more

Google's Android 17 update brings a host of new features, including enhanced multitasking with 'Bubbles' and simplified content creation via 'Scr

Ex-Wife Entitled to Maintenance from Late Husbands Estate, Not Enhanced Amount: Bombay HC

The HC noted that a maintenance decree binds he estate/heirs for arrears satisfaction, unlike pending matrimonial proceedings that abate on deat

President Donald Trump suspends US intel chief Senate confirmation

US President Donald Trump has suspended a Senate hearing on Jay Clayton's nomination for intelligence chief, saying on Wednesday he wanted to be

Ukrainian attacks push Russian oil output 10% below target in May, IEA says

Recent Ukrainian assaults on Russian oil installations are severely curtailing production levels. Last month saw a notable decline in crude oil e

Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's arch-survivor, set to face voter fury over Iran deal

Benjamin Netanyahu's grip on power is weakening. Facing corruption charges and criticism over security lapses, he now confronts voters' judgment

TGHRC Seeks Report on Death of Pregnant Woman, Newborn Baby at Khammam Hospital

The newborn child reportedly died shortly after birth and the mother subsequently succumbed while undergoing treatment at the Government Hospital

Shiv Sena (UBT) Leader Sanjay Raut Claims Bid To Lure MPs With Rs 50 Cr

Sanjay Raut dares dissidents to resign, says they have come to Parliament on our party's ticket and because it was voter's mandate.

From smoking to soccer: Hot mics at the G7 capture world leaders' chats between weighty topics

G7 leaders at the summit in Evian-les-Bains engaged in candid off-the-cuff conversations captured by hot mics, discussing sports, personal habits

Harsh Goenka is inspired by Tamil Nadu teen who turned a street-side problem into an invention praised by PM Modi, Joe Biden and Prince Williams

A young inventor from Tamil Nadu, Vinisha Umashankar, developed a solar-powered ironing cart to replace polluting charcoal irons. Her innovation,