Linguistics over licences in Maharashtra
Maharashtras Transport Minister has made it mandatory for the States taxi and auto drivers to learn Marathi by August 15 or lose their licences.ChinmayR.Gaikwadreports on howRTOsare doubling as classrooms for migrant drivers who are struggling to learn the basics of a new language in just four days of classroom learning. He finds that some drivers are hopeful, while some others feel humiliated
David hat-trick as Canada crush nine-man Qatar 6-0 to earn first World Cup finals win
Canada close out the group stage against Switzerland on June 24 in Vancouver while Qatar face Bosnia and Herzegovina in Seattle
Womens T20 World Cup: Prema Rawat replaces injured Shreyanka Patil
India will next play South Africa at Old Trafford, Manchester, on June 21
Switzerland score 4 after 70th minute to rout Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnian substitute Ermin Mahmic scored on a thunderous volley in second-half stoppage time for Bosnia and Herzegovina (0-1-1, 1 point)
Canada vs Qatar, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Group B underway
Canada's Alphonso Davies will start on the bench when his side take on Qatar in their second World Cup Group B match
Abhay-Velavan pair off to a winning start
NEP aims to create job-givers not job-seekers, says Governor Arlekar
YKK India to invest $150 million in new manufacturing facility at Origins by Mahindra, Chennai
NFHS-6 reveals progress amid nutrition challenges
Better health care alone cannot overcome Indias nutrition challenges
The real barriers to trade are no longer tariffs
Tariffs dominate the headlines, but regulations increasingly determine trade outcomes
Residents seek restoration of Otteri and MRTS access road in Velachery
Lopsided solution: On syrup-based medicines, doctors prescription
Regulatory oversight for pharmaceuticals needs to improve in India
Quota for ex-Agniveers: L-G sets June 30 deadline
Essential upgrades: On upgrades to Indias statistical databases
The updates to Indias statistical system are welcome, albeit long overdue
Former Rajya Sabha MP Naresh Gujral duped of 7.68 crore in cyber fraud
DVAC conducts surprisechecks at RTOs, MVIOs across Tamil Nadu
13 held in child-trafficking racketoperatingfrom hospital, 5 infants rescued
Police said the racket had been operating for nearly one-and-a-half years and may have trafficked at least 30 infants
PM Modi meets leading CEOs in France, discusses plans for India
The discussions with the CEOs of the French companies focused on strengthening cooperation across sectors ranging from shipping and logistics to railways, construction and artificial intelligence.
Sikkims home-grown skincare brand enters Bhutan market
Founded in 2019, Agapi has been producing handcrafted natural skincare products inspired by the States rich biodiversity
Direct tax mop-up grows over 14% to over 5.21 lakh crore on higher advance tax payments
Net corporate tax collection rose 22% to 2.08 lakh crore, and mop-up from net non-corporate tax, which includes taxes paid by individuals, HUFs, firms, grew 8% to about 2.94 lakh crore till June 17
Mallathahalli residents say flooding fears are back as drain remains blocked
According to residents, the flooding started after a natural rainwater flow path in the area was disrupted, causing stormwater to accumulate during periods of intense rainfall
After clearing TNPSC Group I exam, civil services aspirant meets her role model J. Radhakrishnan
Notices issued to 30 wayside eateries in Kochi after inspection finds unhygienic conditions
The action followed a joint inspection drive by the district Health department, Kochi Corporation and the Food Safety department. Two outlets were ordered to shut down
Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Group B match underway
Switzerland take on Bosnia and Herzegovina today, with both nations hoping to secure their first victory at the 2026 World Cup
AP Chambers Tourism panel seeks MSME tag for projects up to 50 crore
CM Omar Abdullah reviews preparations for annual Pandit pilgrimagein Kashmir
Officials said the administration expected an uptick in the number of devotees this year, after a recent successful tour of multiple groups of Pandits to Kashmir to assess the degree of normalcy and dip in militant violence
Keralas health machinery goes all out to keep Nipah in check
Nipah has once again struck the northern district of Kozhikode in Kerala, with one person testing positive for the zoonotic disease. An attempt to understand the complexities of the disease and the efforts to contain it through interactions with medical experts and relatives of the patient.
Autorickshaw driver held for sexual harassment
Delhi Govt. tocreate Cooling Zones for parents waiting outside NEETcentres
Of the 97 examinationcentres, 69 are in government schools and 28 inKendriyaVidyalayas
Veritas Foundation offers UG scholarships to 100 students across T.N.
The initiative is to support students from economically and socially disadvantaged families to pursue higher education
Maharashtra local authorities biennial election records 99.02% voter turnout
The highest turnout was recorded in Bhandara-cum-Gondia, where all 457 voters cast their ballots, achieving 100% polling.
Tamil Nadus high-rise approval reform welcomed by CREDAI
Mainstream Media needs subscription-model based revenue in order to remain as a credible source of information
Woman ends life; husband, in-laws held for dowry harassment
The police investigation revealed that members of the grooms family allegedly began to demand 50 grams of gold from Vishakhas parents soon after the marriage
Students face technical glitches while applying for free bus passes in Karnataka
After assuming office as Chief Minister on June 3, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced a free bus travel scheme for students studying across Karnataka.
Administrative reshuffle: New heads in BMTC, KSRTC, Health and Urban Departments
While the larger goal for the classy 26-year-old will be the 50-over World Cup next year, the more enervating battles on the horizon for the young captain would be acquitting himself well in the home and away series lined up as part of the World Test Championship
W.B. Assembly session begins with Governor address, Budget on June 22
Governor Ravi in his 20-page address, commended the State governments decision to strengthen border infrastructure and provide land to the BSF for erecting barbed-wire fencing along the W.B.- Bangladesh border
Customs seize hydroponic cannabis worth 11 crore at Chennai airport; two Kerala passengers arrested
Fresh plan afoot to divert Ganga water for Yamuna clean-up
Guntur railway station subway to remain closed till June 30 for seepage mitigation works
Officials to take up expansion of the existing sump and allied infrastructure works designed to improve drainage and prevent water accumulation in the subway, particularly during the monsoon
Jagan promises greater role for party cadre when YSRCP comes to power in A.P.
Public dissatisfaction with the ruling coalition government is steadily increasing, says the YSRCP president
Muslim Youth League urges Education Minister not to change stance on PM SHRI
MYL Malappuram constituency committee organises a protest programme
Proposal to appoint professional mental health workers for Karnataka police
A.P. govt. eyeing 20,000-crore investment in rare earth mineral processing sector, says Minister
With 13 tonnes of gold reserves, Jonnagiri project in Anantapur district will soon enter the commercial production phase, says Excise Minister Kollu Ravindra
Diesel shortage is hurting farmers, aqua sector and auto drivers in A.P., alleges YSRCP
The diesel shortage is forcing farmers and transport operators to spend hours in queues at fuel stations, says Nagi Reddy
CPI demands withdrawal of beach shacks policy in A.P.
Rains lash Hyderabad after week-long heat, causing waterlogging at key junctions
Govt. will ensure remunerative prices for tobacco farmers in A.P., says Minister
The Chief Minister has advised companies to procure tobacco at a minimum price of 200 per kg, says Gottipati Ravi Kumar
Karnataka Legislative Council polls: Congress wins five amid cross voting, while BJP wins two
Parents of woman who died in Mussoorie seek probe into incident
Tata Motors to increase CV prices from July 2026 by upto 2.5%
The price increase will vary depending on the model and variant
Youth missing case: court orders preserving of CCTV footages of Krishnalanka police station
The court also directs production of Call Data Records of the mobile phones of the victim and his mother
AP Congress demands judicial probe in Gade Sai Krishna case
JSS Mahavidyapeetha to establish off-campus JSS AHER in Tirupati
Another government employee sacked over terror links in Kashmir
J&K L-G Manoj Sinha began firing employees after provisions of Article 311 were amended in 2020; under the amended rules, no departmental inquiry is required to sack an employee; around 86employees have beenterminatedso far
CPM demands a judicial probe into the disappearance of Sai Krishna
Prime Minister to disburse 2,400 crore worth incentives to new employees, employers
With an outlay of 99,446 crore, around 15 lakh beneficiaries will receive the incentive under the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana as direct benefit transfer
PM Modi to release next instalment of PM Kisan scheme on June 20
The PM is also launching a crop insurance scheme that will cover 1.10 crore farmers
DGCA calls for immediate review of safety at uncontrolled airstrips
The aviation regulator expresses concern over inadequate maintenance of operational safety
YC seeks CMs intervention over wrong photo in PSC bulletin
NIA chargesheets CPI(Maoist) operative for promoting banned outfits ideology
KERC proposes lower solar power tariffs for subsidy beneficiaries from July 2026
As per the revised tariffs, if the consumer is generating electricity by installing solar panels without receiving any subsidy from the government, the price at which the consumer sells the extra power generated to the grids is high
T.N. Institute of Archaeology and Museology invites applications for PG diploma courses
The deadline for submission of filled applications is 5 p.m. on July 8
Fire awareness programme held for NCC cadets in Madurai
Nripendra Misra backs Uttar Pradesh government action on Ram Temple donation irregularities
The Ram Temple Construction Committee chairman calls for a more professional management structure, including appointment of a CEO, to oversee the temples administration and transparency in use of every penny of devotees
New Deputy Commissioner of Police Madurai North
CBI arrests IAS official over alleged diversion of 79.46 crore from Panchkula municipality
The alleged conspiracy involved IDFC First Bank officials; Singh allegedly handed them signed cheques through middlemen ostensibly to open fixed deposits; funds were debited and no fixed deposits were ever created
Karnataka High Court upholds Premium FAR scheme; says it is not violation of right to property
The Premium FAR scheme, introduced under Section 18-B of the Karnataka Town and Country Planning Act, 1961, does not violate Articles 14, 21, or 300A of the constitution, says the Bench
Cross voting helps BJP-backed Independent candidate in Jharkhand win Rajya Sabha polls
Parimal Nathwani won the election after Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) (Liberation) legislators cross voted, sources said
Meeran award presented to G. N. Panicker
45 mountain rescue teams deployed for Amarnath yatra this year
The specialised teams have been strategically positioned to provide rapid response in the event of accidents, adverse weather conditions, or other emergencies during the annual yatra, DGP Nalin Prabhat says
Fire breaks out at EV showroom in Surat, multiple vehicles destroyed
Is there an understanding between the TVK government and the BJP?: Udhayanidhi Stalin
As NCAHP rules roll out, allied health students seek answers
Tiruvannamalai SP suspends constable for allegedly attacking Tasmac staff
Peace process sustainability rests heavily on mutual accountability: Iranian envoy Mohammad Fathali
New Delhi [India], June 18 : Addressing the long-term durability of the recent diplomatic breakthrough, Iranian envoy Mohammad Fathali has stated that the sustainability of the peace process rests heavily on mutual accountability, noting that the current accord possesses the unique potential to establish lasting regional stability if all global signatories uphold their responsibilities in good faith. In an exclusive interview with ANI, Fathali asserted that while Tehran remains fully committed to its international obligations, the ultimate success of the agreement will depend on whether all parties maintain strict adherence to their diplomatic promises. Ultimately, any judgment regarding the sustainability of this agreement depends on the extent to which all parties adhere to their commitments, Fathali said. These observations follow a highly anticipated diplomatic breakthrough on Thursday, where US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a historic peace deal aimed at bringing an end to the months-long war in the Middle East. Trump put his signature to the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during a dinner with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Palace of Versailles following a G7 summit. The 14-point US-Iran agreement provides for an immediate cessation of military operations, including in Lebanon, and commits both countries to pursuing a final agreement within 60 days. It also includes provisions for the removal of the US naval blockade, safe passage of commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, phased sanctions relief, the release of frozen Iranian assets, and a US-backed economic development programme for Iran worth at least USD 300 billion. Furthermore, the memorandum states that Iran has reaffirmed it will not develop or acquire nuclear weapons and envisages future discussions regarding enriched uranium stockpiles under the supervision of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Reflecting on past diplomatic friction to contextually frame this newly signed peace process, the Iranian envoy drew a sharp historical contrast regarding compliance, highlighting that Tehran has a proven track record of honouring its international covenants. The Islamic Republic of Iran has consistently demonstrated its commitment to its international obligations and has never violated its agreements. By contrast, it was the United States that unilaterally withdrew from the 2015 agreement (the JCPOA), he stated. Despite these historical challenges and deep-seated geopolitical hurdles, Fathali described the current accord as a potential watershed moment that could fundamentally transform international diplomacy and build mutual trust across the region. Nevertheless, we believe that the current agreement has the potential to become a historic turning point in the region and in international relations, provided that all parties uphold their commitments in good faith and with a full sense of responsibility. If such an approach prevails, this agreement can serve as a foundation for lasting stability, cooperation, and mutual trust. However, if commitments are disregarded, it is only natural that its continuity and success will face significantchallenges, Fathali said. (ANI)
IRDAI issues consultation paper on changes to regulation making process
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif signs Islamabad MoU after Trump-Iran deal
Health dept. launches Statewide campaign against diarrhoeal diseases
HC stays e-auction of land at Hyderabad Knowledge Centre
Work with India PM Modi calls for global collaboration in technology
Vance says Iran must fully honour commitments before receiving any benefits from Trump agreement
Smriti keeps me calm, says Shafali
IAEA ready to help define 'concrete steps' to implement U.S.-Iran deal
Now it's for us to sit down with our American colleagues, our Iranian colleagues, and start formulating the concrete steps that will have to be taken, says IAEA chief Rafael Grossi
Born visually impaired, he is now opening the world of books for others
Pon Sakthivel, a visually impaired Tamil teacher from Tamil Nadu, is helping blind students access education by digitising printed books into accessible formats. Through technology, a readers club and his passion for learning, he is opening the world of books to visually challenged readers.
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Operation Tiger triggers panic in Sena (UBT) as six MPs skip emergency Delhi meet
Speculation of a fresh rebellion within Shiv Sena (UBT) intensified after six Lok Sabha MPs skipped a crucial parliamentary party meeting in New Delhi. The party had issued a mandatory whip, and the absence of the MPs has fueled rumours of a possible switch to the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena faction. Party leaders have warned of disciplinary and legal action, while Congress has accused the BJP of engineering defections for political gain. The political battle over the alleged Operation Tiger has now sparked a major showdown in Maharashtra politics.
Take inspiration from PV Narasimha Rao: KTR to students
