International Yoga Day 2026: Main event to be held in Kolkata on June 21; PM to lead
Union Minister for Ayush said 2026's theme, Yoga for Healthy Ageing, highlights the role of yoga in promoting physical health, mental well-being and healthy ageing
6.2-magnitude quake strikes off southern Philippines: USGS
The quake hit off the coast of Mindanao island at 5:18 p.m. (0918 GMT) at a depth of 112 kilometres (69.5 miles), the USGS reported; no tsunami warning has been issued.
Climate change, social isolation heighten risks for elderly: HelpAge India study
78% of respondents had experienced at least one climate-related hazard in the last three years, with heatwave (45%), flood (27%) and drought (20%) being the most commonly reported events
Power shutdown in parts of Tiruchi on June 16
Water level in Mettur Dam stands at 79.31 feet
Heatwave alert for seven Telangana districts, thunderstorm forecast in 10 districts on June 16
Lingayat associations oppose Kaneri mutt seer visit to Vijayapura for Hindutva convention
Warn of protest citing charge of insulting fellow seers, misusing Basavannas name to propagate Hindutva
Congress, BRS, MIM parties enabling illegal infiltrators in voter lists: BJP Telangana chief
If BJP benefited in West Bengal because of SIR, how did UDF win in Kerala, questions BJP Telangana president Ramchander Rao
Dust storm, winds up to 92 kmph hit Delhi; IMD issues red alert
According to the IMD, Safdarjung, Delhi's primary weather station recorded a minimum temperature of 28.2C that was 0.7C above normal
Three from Bengaluru held for running fake firms, cheating woman
The case was settled in 2022 after the parties reached settlement at a Lok Adalat
Why patients with overlapping chronic condition often spend years seeking answers
Delayed diagnosis, fragmented care and high treatment costs continue to burden patients with overlapping conditions such as PASH syndrome, hidradenitis suppurativa, fibromyalgia and irritable bowel syndrome, say experts
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day marked
Around 2,000 persons, including school and college students and members of the general public, took a Let us respect our elders pledge at a ceremony organised by Dr. V.S. Natarajan Geriatric Foundation
Police open fire to thwart robbery attempt on Chennai-Vijayawada train in Bapatla
A manhunt is under way, with 10 special teams formed to trace the gang and one suspect detained for questioning
Deaths in Brazil raise concerns about Indias dengue vaccine, DengiAll
Brazilian authorities have stressed that the 42 cases of severe adverse events out of half-a-million vaccinated represent only 0.008%. There is no doubt that it is a small risk at the population level. At the individual level, however, even one life lost to a severe adverse event is one too many
Revival of Kidderpore Dock has reduced turnaround time at Kolkata Port says Century Ports director
Century Ports Limited, is a 100% subsidiary of Century Ply and has entered into a 30-year contract with Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata, under a public private partnership (PPP) model for operationalization of Kidderpore Dock complex
Foo Fighters announces first-ever India tour for January 2027
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame-inducted, 15-time GRAMMY-winning band will perform in Bengaluru and Mumbai after more than three decades together
Odisha distributes voter roll revision forms to 99% electors; 34.5% digitised
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi participated in the SIR campaign at his native Raikala village in Keonjhar district, filling out his enumeration form
Why lullabies work: the science behind music for sleep
Of late, music therapy has garnered interest among clinicians as a sleep aid, particularly because it is free of side effects. Emerging research shows that it goes beyond relaxation: by reducing stress, music can influence the gut microbiota, thereby helping regulate sleep through the brain-gut-microbiota axis
How to Choose the Right Fixed Deposit Scheme for Your Goals
Police rescue two teenagers from drowning at Vadarevu and Suryalanka beaches in Bapatla
Marine and local police pulled two 17-year-olds from deep waters at Vadarevu and Suryalanka, the Superintendent of Police said
Enrolment in third phase clinical trials for Indias first dengue vaccine nearly complete, says ICMR
There is currently no antiviral treatment or licensed vaccine for dengue in India, which ranks among the top 30 countries with the highest incidence of the disease
How regional language students navigate the JEE challenge
PM Modi holds delegation-level talks with Slovak PM Robert Fico in Bratislava
The reception for Mr. Modi included the Kopaniciarik children's folk ensemble from the Myjava region, dressed in vibrant, traditional Slovak attire, performed a lively folk dance
Telangana CM Revanth blames Kishan Reddy conspiring to stall Hyderabad Metro Phase-II
Telangana CM says State ready to bear full cost if Centre grants NOC for Hyderabad Metro expansion
Keralas free bus scheme for women is here. Heres how it works
Kerala has launched the Priyadarshini free bus travel scheme, allowing women and transgender persons to travel free on selected KSRTC ordinary services. Who is eligible, which buses are covered, who will bear the cost, and why is the Opposition criticising the scheme? Heres everything you need to know.
Phone numbers of the field officers concerned zone-wise were shared for faster coordination and prompt response during emergencies
Govindan says the party, not the media, decides who should be its leader
NCPI: The Howrah-based political outfit that may house 20 rebel TMC MPs
Founded in 2015 by Shewly Kundu, the NCPI aims to position itself as a viable alternative amidst TMCs electoral struggles
China welcomes West Asia deal, calls for early opening of Strait of Hormuz
The Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian also said Beijing appreciates Pakistans mediation efforts
A section of commuters and critics have alleged that there have been concerted attempts by the public utility to rebrand ordinary buses as City Fast buses to bypass the schemes norms
Mumbais new restaurants, bars and cafs, with a detour to Pune
A Japanese-inspired restaurant, an ingredient-led cocktail bar, a cult sandwich shops expansion, and a thoughtful new caf in Pune lead this months most exciting openings
Census 2027: Primary, high school teachers form sizeable section of Census enumerators in Kerala
Supervisors drawn from higher secondary and high school teachers. Lower division and upper division clerks too included as enumerators and supervisors, say Census officials
PM Modi welcomes West Asia deal; hopes peace will be restored
The Prime Minister said India looks forward to deliberations on the remaining issues reaching a sustainable final agreement
AMMA row: Ansiba Hassan approaches court seeking FIR against actor Lakshmipriya, woman cop
Ansiba, a former joint secretary of AMMA, in her complaint accused association vice-president Lakshmipriya of filing a false complaint against her, and Reshma, sub-inspector of Thripunithura Womens cell, of subjecting her to harassment and unlawful detention in the name of verifying the allegations against her
Experiencing Ilaiyaraaja through a Carnatic prism
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UFC GYM India Announces the Grand Opening of Its Second Premium Fitness Club in Jaipur
This 20,000 sq. ft. facility will redefine fitness standards in Jagatpura, which is the fastest-growing urban hub in Jaipur
Anantapur to host conference on drought, natural farming on June 17
AF Ecology Centre Director Y.V. Malla Reddy says the June 17 conference will bring together farmers, scientists, and officials to discuss climate-resilient agriculture in drought-hit Anantapur
Marius Borg Hiby, son of Norways Crown Princess, sentenced to four years for rape
Marius Borg Hoiby, 29, Mette-Marit's son from a relationship prior to her 2001 marriage to Crown Prince Haakon, was accused of 40 charges, carrying a maximum possible sentence of 16 years in prison
Where to find Bengalurus finest Bengali fare
We pick out six restaurants in the city serving authentic Bengali dishes, from kosha mangsho to fish kabiraji
Watch: Noida International Airport finally begins passenger flights
Noida International Airport has officially begun passenger operations, welcoming its first commercial IndiGo flight from Lucknow on June 15.
The AI syllabus in legal education
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Head constable dies in road accident during operation against illegal sand mining in Ramanathapuram
pic sent to BalachandarChief Minister C. Joseph Vijay condoled the death of the head constable and announced a solatium of 30 lakh to the bereaved family, a release stated
AU Small Finance Bank Strengthens Customer-First Approach to Its Credit Card Range
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Japan are appearing at their eighth straight World Cup and their fans' cleanliness has become their international calling card
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Razorpay files papers for $600 million IPO
Razorpay which is backed by investors such as Y Combinator, Lightspeed and Singapores sovereign wealth fund GIC is targeting its stock market debut by 2026
Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday (June 12, 2026) criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the deaths of three Indian seafarers in U.S. military strikes on commercial vessels off the coast of Oman, alleging that the Prime Minister had remained silent despite the loss of Indian lives.
FIFA World Cup: Swedens Yasin Ayari shows respect for fathers native country after goal vs. Tunisia
The 22-year-old Ayari was born in Solna, Sweden, to a Tunisian father; he was given the chance to switch allegiances and play for Tunisia ahead of the 2022 World Cup, but he declined
Jewar airport: potential passengers divided over safety issues and reduced travel time
Two Kottayam youths swept away by waves while bathing near Bekal in Kerala
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FIFA World Cup: Iran team arrive in U.S. for opener as nations reach peace deal in West Asia
Iranian fans in Tijuana give team warm sendoff before World Cup opener; Iranian Americans protest in LA over Iranian government's human rights abuses
TMC calls rebels' NCPI merger 'ridiculous'; BJP says exodus reflects party's ideological vacuum
The dissident camp claimed that 20 former MPs of Trinamool Congress had backed the move and would support the NDA in Parliament
Telangana launches breakfast scheme at Govt schools and junior colleges
WPI inflation rises to 9.68% in May as fuel, food, manufactured items see price spike
The Commerce and Industry Ministry released the Wholesale price index (WPI)-based inflation data revising the base year to 2022-23, from 2011-12 earlier
Census 2027: Kerala begins self-enumeration from June 16
The public can directly submit their household particulars through the portal https://se.census.gov.in/ till June 30 the portal can be accessed from 6 .a.m. on Tuesday
Israeli far-right Minister Ben Gvir slams U.S.-Iran deal, urges stronger campaign in Lebanon
Trump's agreement does not bind us... we are not party to this agreement. It does not safeguard our security, Ben Gvir said on his Telegram channel, in what was the first reaction from an Israeli official to the deal.
This seller of newspaper and magazines bets bigon print
Pandianlatches on to his magazine store despite dwindling sales
Andhra Pradesh sanctions 1.2 crore for auditorium near Gurajada Apparaos house in Vizianagaram
Writers had sought the auditorium in the Kanyasulkam authors name two decades ago, and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan backed the request
Three sports administrators honoured
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YOCee invites applications for Student Reporter Programme
Those in the age group of 11 to 17 can apply for this one-year programme
Investors upbeat as U.S.-Iran set to sign deal on June 19
Nifty and Sensex opened at over 1% from the previous close , at 23,984.85 and 76,725.27 points and sky rocketed to a high 24,011.40 and 76,821.07 points within one hour of trade
CMRL pay-off case: Company MD Sasidharan Karthas daughter appears before ED for questioning
ED likely to ask Shiby S. Kartha about services offered by Veenas now-defunct firm Exalogic Solutions to CMRL
India no longer a sleeping economy: Chandrababu Naidu courts investors on Singapore visit
The Chief Minister met Indias High Commissioner and venture capitalists, and pitched Andhra Pradeshs strengths in electronics and natural farming
Noida Airports first flight carries Jewar villagers who gave land for its development
The passengers are scheduled to meet Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath upon arrival
Congress slams PM Modi's blind devotion to Israel, says national interest demands greater balance
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said the news that the U.S. and Iran will be signing an agreement on June 19 in Geneva to halt hostilities in West Asia is to be welcomed, even though the full details are yet to be made public officially
TMC(M) general secretary Yuvaraja resigns from party
He said the decision to leave the party had been taken after careful consideration of the prevailing circumstances
U.S.-Iran peace deal: what we know so far?
As Washington and Tehran edge closer to sign peace deal, concerns remain over Irans nuclear programme, the Strait of Hormuz, and Israels ongoing hostility with Hezbollah. Heres what we know so far on the peace deal
Bengaluru traffic police book 649 drunk drivers, 143 for speeding violation in special drive
According to traffic police officials, the special drive was launched to address the dangers posed by drunken driving and speeding, which continue to be major causes of road accidents and fatalities
Deadly strikes on Ukraine leave Kyiv cathedral in flames
Amid near-daily pummelling of its cities by Russian drones and missiles, Ukraine has in recent weeks stepped up its own aerial attacks, which it says mostly target Russia's oil infrastructure to sap its profits that
Passenger Vehicle wholesales in May 2026 touch 4.39 lakh units, up 27% Y-o-Y
During the month total production of Passenger Vehicles, three wheelers, two wheelers, and quadricycle was 29,27,711 units
IND vs PAK, WT20 WC: I like pressure conditions and ICC tournaments, says Deepti Sharma
Her spell against Pakistan was the best by an Indian bowler in the history of the Women's T20 World Cup
TDP women leaders condemn Amarnaths remarks against Home Minister Anitha
The leaders said political criticism should target policies, not individuals, and sought an apology from the former Minister
West Indies beat Sri Lanka by 5 wickets to clinch the T20 series
Sherfane Rutherford has reached a half-century in the final over of a dramatic run chase, leading West Indies to a series-clinching win over Sri Lanka
U.S.-Iran war: Maps, data and the story so far
As the U.S.-Iran war crossed the 100-day mark in June, here are graphics tracking the event
Monsoon tracker LIVE: Rain in parts of Delhi; Monsoon remains low in A.P. due to El Nio conditions
The monsoon activity in Andhra Pradesh has remained subdued thus far, with 17 out of the 28 districts reporting deficient rainfall between June 1 and June 14
UK proposes 'tech pact' with EU to boost AI, innovation
The idea of a repeat with the EU comes as London and Brussels painstakingly negotiate other matters under a eset in relations vowed by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer
Several Stanford students stage walkout as Google CEO Sundar Pichai begins speech
A report said that over 20,000 people, including 3,600 students, attended Stanfords 135th Commencement ceremony
U.S., Iran reach peace deal; signing set for June 19
The United States and Iran have agreed to a peace deal and an immediate end to military operations, with a formal signing ceremony scheduled for June 19 in Switzerland. The agreement includes plans for fresh nuclear talks, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and the lifting of the U.S. naval blockade, while oil prices fell sharply following the announcement.
Stock markets surge tracking global rally, drop in oil prices as U.S., Iran reach peace deal
The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 1,112.70 points to 76,648.74 in early deals. The 50-share NSE Nifty surged 335.55 points to 23,956.40
Rupee rises 58 paise to 94.60 against U.S. dollar in early trade
At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 94.70 against the U.S. dollar before rising further to 94.60, up 58 paise from its previous close.
FIFA World Cup: Sweden smash five past Tunisia, Ayari scores two stunners
Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres also scored for Sweden as the nation tops Group F
EU Commission looking at practical consequences of Anthropic decision, spokesperson says
Anthropic said on Friday it would abruptly disable its most advanced AI models for all users after the U.S. government ordered it to suspend access to the models for foreign nationals
Kashmiri Pandit Delegation Thanks CM Omar , Calls for Dialogue, Reconciliation and Dignified Return
A visiting Kashmiri Pandit delegation expressed gratitude to Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for hosting and interacting with the group during their recent visit to the Valley, describing the engagement as a meaningful step towards dialogue, trust-building and reconciliation We, the members of the visiting Kashmiri Pandit delegation, express our heartfelt gratitude to the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah, for warmly meeting and welcoming our group. His gracious gesture of hosting a dinner in our honour reflected not only hospitality but also a sincere commitment to fostering dialogue, understanding and reconciliation among all sections of society. The interaction was marked by warmth, openness and mutual respect, creating an atmosphere of trust and goodwill. We deeply appreciated the Chief Ministers willingness to engage with us on matters concerning the Kashmiri Pandit community and the future of Jammu and Kashmir. His patient listening, thoughtful observations and candid exchange of views provided an opportunity for meaningful interaction. Such engagements strengthen confidence, promote inclusivity and reinforce the shared belief that constructive dialogue remains the most effective path towards addressing concerns and building consensus. During our visit, the delegation had the opportunity to pay obeisance at several revered heritage temples across the Valley, including the historic Sharda Temple near the Line of Control. We were deeply touched by the warmth, affection and goodwill extended by ordinary Kashmiris at every place we visited. Their hospitality reaffirmed the enduring bonds that have historically united the people of Kashmir. The experience strengthened our conviction that the spirit of Kashmiriyat, rooted in coexistence, mutual respect and shared cultural heritage, remains alive despite the challenges of the past. The two-day conclave of Kashmiri Pandits resolved with one voice that the community, spread across India and the world, continues to cherish an abiding emotional connection with its homeland and longs for a dignified return. The conclave expressed the collective aspiration that Kashmiri Pandits shall gradually return home and contribute to reviving the inclusive, pluralistic and civilisational glory of the Valley that was tragically disrupted by three decades of violence and turbulence. We believe that reconciliation, trust-building and sustained engagement among all communities can pave the way for a peaceful, harmonious and prosperous future for Jammu and Kashmir. We once again thank CM Omar Abdullah for his courtesy, generosity and statesmanship in bringing people together. His interaction with the delegation and his gracious hospitality will remain a cherished memory and an encouraging step towards strengthening confidence, healing old wounds and fostering a shared vision for the future of Kashmir.
