Preventive detentions in 2021 up by 23.7% compared to year before
Number of people in custody or still detained at the end of the year highest since 2017
SRU holds 4th convocation; Kuchipudi danseuse Deepika Reddy conferred honorary doctorate
Andhra Pradesh pushes PPP-led urban projects, asks ULBs for bankable proposals
Narayana says the State will bridge civic infrastructure gaps in mission mode through UCF, HUDCO, institutional finance and municipal revenues; 36 ULBs asked to submit at least one bankable project each
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In Focus Podcast | Foreign Portfolio exodus: What does it mean for domestic investors?
Foreign investors have withdrawn 2.6 lakh crore from Indian equities, hitting a 14-year low. Join investment analyst Ashish Gupta on this episode as he explores what this means for you.
Watch: After Jantar Mantar, protest to be held in Pune: CJPs Dipke
Kollam tourism set for a mega makeover
Private hospital targets fully robotic joint replacements in four years
Farmers stage protest seeking crop loan waiverin Erode
Teachers, students must embrace technology: academic
Yercaud Express switches to LHB coaches from June 10
Death of a heroine and the making of hit Tamil filmBhadrakaliwith substitute actor
I remembered a girl who had danced in the moviePattikattu Raja. She bore some resemblance to Rani Chandra. I discussed it with cinematographer Viswanath Roy and we devised a plan to use her, said actor Sivakumar.
The unfinished promise of transparency in CBSEs digital evaluation system
According to CBSEs disclosures, only about 11 lakh digitised answer scriptsroughly 11% of the nearly 98 lakh scripts generated in the Class XII examinationwere made available to around four lakh students by the end of May
SSF to focus on places prone to crimes against women
Teams deployed in all cities/districts to take proactive steps to prevent harassment of women
Priority will be to bring back Tatas in big way: Bengal''s new Industries Minister
Tapas Roy said the government would focus on creating an industry-friendly environment, ensuring ease of doing business and generating employment opportunities for the State's youth
Miracle Star, Akitaania, Bellavita, Starzella and Star Of Night impress
Stock markets retreat from days high; end flat
The 50-share National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) Nifty dipped 27.15 points, or 0.12%, to end at 23,214.95
If a person is detained for more than 24 hours without a valid reason, the State must pay compensation of 25,000 per day, the court rules while issuing detailed guidelines against illegal preventive detention
Congress calls Returning Officers order on Meenakshi Natarajans RS nomination egregious
Senior leaders Abhishek Manu Singhvi, who led the partys legal arguments before the Election Commission, said the Congress had demonstrated that the Returning Officers decision was legally untenable and urged the EC to reverse the decision
Dreaded don to dear grandfather: Actor Bharathirajas many faces
From Kurangu Bommai and Rocky to Thiruchitrambalam and Karumegangal Kalaigindrana, here are five of the best performances of the actor Bharathiraja from recent years that reintroduced him to modern audiences
EC acted as per law in Meenakshi Natarajan case, says Telangana BJP chief
BJP Telangana unit president Ramchander Rao alleged a conspiracy behind the NEET question paper leak and the CBSE evaluation issues, suggesting attempts to disrupt the education system and target the Union Education Ministry
ICC Womens T20 World Cup 2026: Schedule, groups and where to stream matches
The World Cup will be held in England and Wales from June 12 to July 5, 2026. A total of 12 teams will compete in 33 matches.
How the cereal flakes came to be
On May 31, 1895, a patent for Flaked cereals and process of preparing same was applied and it was granted on April 14, 1896. The years that followed saw the birth of a new industry, one that has gone on to dominate the breakfast space since. A.S.Ganesh grabs a bowl of cereals to tell you how these flakes of food came to be
Rajinikanths Kochadaiiyaan set for an AI-remastered version
Eros Innovations is reimagining Rajinikanths 2014 photorealistic motion capture film as part of their Eros Remastered project, with director Soundarya Rajinikanth at the helm
Watch: Historic milestone: Vaishnaw on Modis 4,399 days
Thunderstorm forecast in all 33 districts of Telangana on June 11; Hyderabad may receive rain
Water cut off for thousands of Iranians after U.S. strikes: Iranian state media
The U.S. strikes damaged two reservoirs supplying the Bemani and Kouhestak areas of Sirik town and 20,000 residents of the region have lost access to safe drinking water
The play, Chikku Bukku Kalyanam, had the audience in splits with its comical chaos
Writerdirector Vedarun Rajkumar navigated the tricky situations with ease and unspooled the tangled web he had created not once losing his humorous touch
Revisiting Sivan Brothers Kandapuranam songs
Three women vocalists presented seven of the surviving Kandapuranam kritis at Sri Guhadasa Trusts Maha Vaidyanatha Sivan annual concert series.
If telemedicines gains are to be truly equitable, the focus needs to be on rural women
Digital care stays out of reach for countless rural women not because of technical or infrastructural constraints alone, but because of deep-rooted imbalances at home: many lack access to a personal device, and do not have the literacy required, or even the space needed for a private consult
Initiative at MGMGH to provide nutritional packs to 20 cancer patients at a monthly scheme
CBI arrests Delhi Police inspector in 3 crore bribery case; DGCA official's role under scanner
Crime Branch Inspector Pradeep Singh and a middleman, Rajkumar, were caught after the CBI laid a trap on Monday (June 8, 2026) evening
Seizures could be early indicator of brain tumour, caution doctors
According to estimates from the Indian Council of Medical Researchs National Cancer Registry Programme, brain tumours account for the majority of central nervous system cancers reported across population-based registries
Andhra Pradesh secures third-highest VB-GRAM-G allocation of 7,707 crore: Pawan Kalyan
The Deputy Chief Minister thanks the Centre and says the proposed interim funds will strengthen village infrastructure and rural livelihoods
FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony: Full performer lineup and halftime show details
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to make history with a series of vibrant opening ceremonies across three co-host countries, kicking off on June 11 in Mexico City with performances by Grammy-winning band Mana and renowned artists like Shakira and J. Balvin.
Gujarat police trace 1,470 missing persons under month-long Operation Milap
Tracing missing persons, particularly women and children, remains a priority for the Gujarat police as part of its efforts to protect citizens and ensure their safety and well-being, Director General of Police, Gujarat, said
Newly-wed woman from Udupi found dead in husbands house in Belagavi
She hailed from Muniyalu village in Udupi district, in coastal Karnataka
Jharkhand Congress demands cancellation of BJP-backed Nathwani's RS poll nomination
Workers of the Congress' Jharkhand unit accused Parimal Nathwani of providing false and incomplete information in his nomination papers
Tamil Nadu Law Minister withdraws case against constitution of Fact Check Unit
Chief Justices Bench permits R. Nirmalkumar to withdraw the case filed during his stint as the Information Technology wing joint secretary of AIADMK in 2023
Reshuffle of IPS, PPS officers in Puducherry
The present order was passed in a contempt petition filed by Kadakampally Manoj of Kollam following the denial of sanction for the CBI probe by the State
Kolkatas new restaurant La Soire is a fine dining destination by day, and a club by night
Union Cabinet approves 2,533 crore office and housing projects for Central staff in Amaravati
The CCEA clears the CGGPOA and GPRA projects to build office and residential space for Central government staff in the capital
Sulur girl sexual assault-cum-murder: police file charge sheet in 18 days
The 819-page chargesheet, which has 104 prosecution witnesses and 215 documents, was filed before the Special Court for the trial of cases registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, on June 9
Now open at Ashvitas flagship gallery in Ozone Premia, Mylapore, until July 17, the showcase explores the relationship between digital technology and human identity, prompting visitors to reflect on themes of data, memory, and surveillance. Through immersive artworks, the exhibition challenges audiences to consider the implications of their online footprints and the blurred lines between reality and its digital representations
This artist explores womanhood and superstition at Madras Art Salon
Artist Zehra Marikar explores womanhood, superstition, and mythology through a series of deeply personal works at the third edition of The Madras Art Salon
Ukraine strikes Mariupol port significantly limiting its use
The port was used by the enemy for military logistics, as well as the illegal export of Ukrainian grain, coal and metal to Russia
FIFA World Cup 2026: Somali referee denied entry to the U.S. arrives home to heros welcome
The World Cup referee from Somalia, who was denied entry to the United States, has returned to Somalia, where he was received by a crowd of supporters and officials
Chennai women rediscover joy in movement through sports and alternative fitness
As women-only sports and wellness communities grow across Chennai, fitness is becoming a by-product of friendship, fun, and the joy of trying something new
FIFA World Cup 2026 Group D squads: Full player lists
Here are the squads in Group D of the FIFA World Cup 2026, featuring USA, Paraguay, Australia and Trkiye
Woman shot dead by husband in Malkajgiri; police launch manhunt
Police found that Arun was arrested by Amberpet police in March this year for transporting illegal firearms on a two-wheeler
World Cup 2026 Group L squads: Full player lists
Here is the full squad list of Group K teams participating in the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 taking place in the USA, Mexico and Canada
The internets most infamous yellow room has finally reached cinemas. Heres the strange history behind the Backrooms phenomenon
Despite High Court directions, MCC official maintains that the civic body can only correct clerical mistakes in birth certificate
Telangana DCA seizes cardiac stimulant injections being sold to gym-goers in Warangal
World Cup 2026 Group K squads: Full player lists
Here is the full squad list of Group K teams participating in the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 taking place in the USA, Mexico and Canada
The Udupi-Chikkamagaluru MP directs NH-PWD to hasten preparation of DPR for tunnel road or widening Agumbe Ghat into four lanes
Tax evasion' case: Anil Ambani gets interim protection from coercive action under Black Money Act
The Bombay High Court noted that an assessment order against Anil Ambani has already been passed and that he has filed an appeal before the Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals)
Messi scores on penalty as Argentina beats Iceland 3-0 in its final World Cup tune-up
Messi, recovered from muscle fatigue and a slight strain in his left hamstring that he suffered in his last appearance with Inter Miami on May 24, started the game on the bench
Wild elephant attack claims 65-year-old man in Keralas Wayanad
The attack occurred while forest officials and residents were attempting to drive the elephant away after it entered a populated area
IAS transfers: Several officers in Karnataka given additional charge
Rajender Kumar Kataria, Additional Chief Secretary, Revenue Department, has been entrusted with concurrent charge of the post of Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department
Kavithavum Kooraipalliyum: A Tamil short film with a lasting impact
Directed by Geetha Ilangovan, the Tamil micro-drama streaming on Kadhaishorts encourages women to ask a simple yet profound question: What do you want?
Ganja smugglers pelt stones, ASR police fire two rounds in air; four caught
The smugglers, allegedly carrying ganja from Odisha, attack personnel during a vehicle check near Ramaraopalem; four held
Kerala CM defends B. Ashoks appointment as Principal Secretary of Higher Education dept
V.D. Satheesan rejects allegations by CPI(M) leaders that UDF govt is aiding saffronisation of higher education in Kerala by revoking suspension of the IAS officer and giving him the appointment
Can AI help home cooks serve up lip-smacking recipes?
While AI chatbots might help beginners use up their leftover ingredients or fix flavour mistakes, more experienced cooks share some food for thought
According to Mr. Siddaramaiah, the BJP had the numbers to secure only two Rajya Sabha seats from Madhya Pradesh, but had fielded a third candidate
Statehood restoration PM Modis promise to world, we are waiting: Farooq Abdullah
Srinagar, Jun 10 : National Conference president Dr Farooq Abdullah on Wednesday said his party desires restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, not merely the rules of business, and is awaiting Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Centre to keep its word on the issue. Speaking to news agency Kashmir News Service (KNS) on the sidleness of a function former CM Dr Farooq Abdullah said, We want not just business rule but the return of statehood. It is the promise of the PM-led Centre across the world that they will restore statehood to Jammu and Kashmir.We are waiting for that, he said. The National Conference President further said the Prime Minister had also assured Chief Minister Omar Abdullah of fulfilling his commitment on the statehood issue. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had told CM Omar that whatever promise I have made regarding statehood, I will fulfil it, Dr Abdullah added. (KNS)
One of two carriageways of Kankanady Bypass Road in Mangaluru concreted, work on other to follow
Existing traffic diversion plan with one-way traffic on Kankanady Bypass and Kankanady Old Road to continue
Watch: Rajnikanth pays respects to Bharathiraja
Kerala actor assault case: Another HC judge recuses from memory card leak hearing
Justice Edappagath has not stated any reasons for his recusal
Sometimes the greatest gift you can give a competitor isnt victory. Its the acknowledgment that they can still pull you into deep waterthat after everything, the cancer and the stents and the cardiologists orders, theyre still the athlete the crowd parts for
Lenovo launches IdeaPad Slim 3 Gen 11 Copilot+ PC in India
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Gen 11 comes in 14 and 15-inch display options
Starlink says talks with India remain productive as it awaits final clearance
Starlink remains in active and productive discussions with the Government of India contrary to misleading stories based upon unsubstantiated claims, says VP of Starlink Business Operations
In pictures: Director Bharathiraja, a transformative force of Tamil cinema
Widely considered one of the all-time greats of the industry, the legendary director was best known for his nuanced portrayal of life in rural Tamil Nadu
Cyberabad civic body flunks first monsoon rainfall test as roads disappear under water on June 9
Director Bharathiraja (1941-2026)
Renowned Tamil film director Bharathiraja passed away in Chennai on Wednesday (June 10, 2026). He was 84.
Irans FM Araghchi discusses US strikes with Saudi, Turkish counterparts
Tehran , June 10 : Irans Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has held separate telephonic conversations overnight with his counterparts in Saudi Arabia and Turkiye to review intensifying geopolitical friction, it was reported by the countrys IRNA news agency. The diplomatic dialogues focused primarily on a thorough assessment of the latest regional developments following the US attacks on areas in southern Iran, according to the report. During these high-level exchanges, the US military aggression and the violation of Irans national sovereignty and territorial integrity were strongly condemned by Araghchi. The Iranian Foreign Minister further utilised the platform to signal Tehrans unwavering position on armed pushback. The inherent right of Irans legitimate self-defence and the launch of retaliatory responses by Irans armed forces against aggressors were explicitly emphasised by Araghchi during the deliberations, it was further reported by the news agency. Providing immediate context to these diplomatic warnings, a significant geographical expansion of the ongoing West Asian conflict unfolded simultaneously on the ground as Irans Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched a drone attack against the US Fifth Fleet in Bahrain, according to Tasnim News Agency. Detailing the overnight operation, the Iranian broadcaster stated, IRGC Navy forces launched a drone attack at 2:30 a.m. against the U.S. Fifth Fleet in Bahrain, citing an IRGC statement which warned that should what it described as US aggression continue, it would face consequences of greater severity. This cross-border escalation followed a series of direct hits on Iranian soil, with the paramilitary force outlining its version of the material impact in southern Iran to substantiate its claims of American hostility.The warmongering US regime attacked several points in Jask, Sirik and Qeshm early this morning under false pretexts, damaging a telecommunications mast in Sirik and destroying two water tanks in the city, the IRGC said, as quoted by Iranian media, adding that clashes were continuing. The drone strike on Bahrain came mere hours after US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed that American Air Force and Navy fighter jets had struck Iranian air defence installations, ground control stations, and surveillance radar sites near the strategic Strait of Hormuz using precision munitions. Detailing the objective behind the heavy aerial campaign, CENTCOM described the operation as a proportional response to recent attacks on U.S. forces and international commercial ships transiting regional waters, asserting that US forces remain vigilant and postured to defend against unjustified Iranian aggression. The high-stakes American strikes were themselves triggered by a maritime flashpoint on Monday, when Iran downed a US Army AH-64 Apache helicopter near the coast of Oman. Providing an update on the personnel involved, CENTCOM stated that both crew members were successfully rescued and are currently in a stable condition. Prior to these heavy aerial exchanges, Araghchi had explicitly warned Washington that Tehrans armed forces would leave no attack or threat unanswered, writing in a post on X: Leave our region if you want to be safe. The hostile incursion marks the very first time in the current round of military exchanges that the IRGC has directly targeted the command base in Manama, which oversees American naval operations across the Middle East, including the Persian Gulf, Red Sea, and Arabian Sea. The direct military confrontation between the two adversaries has been ongoing since late February 2026, when the US and Israel launched coordinated strikes on Iran under Operation Epic Fury. (ANI)
Hong Kong charges seven people, two firms over deadliest fire in decades
The massive blaze, which engulfed seven of the eight high-rise apartment blocks at the Wang Fuk Court estate in November, prompted a months-long investigation in to the cause
Bond with PM Modi unaffected by Rajya Sabha nominations: H.D. Deve Gowda
The former PMs statement comes after the Congress criticized BJP for denying him an opportunity to continue in the Rajya Sabha, calling it an insult and humiliation.
From 16 Vayathinile to Vedham Pudhithu, Iyakkunar Imayam Bharathiraja, who passed away today, made some of the most important Tamil films of all time
V.D. Satheesan says under the scheme titled Priyadarshini, concession will be available to women of all ages and irrespective of their financial background and transgenders. The implementation will add an additional annual financial burden of 750-800 crore for KSRTC
Watch: Bharathiraja, ace film director, passes away
Renowned Tamil film director Bharathiraja passed away in Chennai on Wednesday (June 10, 2026). The ace director, who had been ailing for some time, was 84.
Kerala HC stays FIR against US citizens for flying drones in defence zone
Single Bench notes the offences charged against the petitioners were from a repealed law, namely, the Aircraft Act, 1934. The Act was replaced with Bharatiya Vayuyan Adhiniyam, 2024
Equity Mutual Funds inflow hit 12-month low of 22,908 crore in May
Net inflows into equity schemes stood at 22,908 crore in May, compared with 38,440 crore in April, 40,450 crore in March, 25,978 crore in February and 24,028 crore in January
Hot, Dry Conditions Likely Across J&K Today: MeT
Srinagar, June 10: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has forecast a spell of unsettled weather across Jammu and Kashmir from June 11 onwards, with the possibility of rain, thunderstorms, lightning, hailstorms and gusty winds in several areas. According to the forecast, weather on June 10 is expected to remain generally hot and dry, although brief showers at isolated places during the afternoon cannot be ruled out. From June 11 to 12, the region is likely to witness partly to generally cloudy conditions, accompanied by one or two spells of light to moderate rain, brief intense showers, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds. Wind speeds may reach 40-50 kmph, with gusts up to 60 kmph, at many places across the Union Territory.Between June 13 and 17, weather is expected to remain partly to generally cloudy, with light rain, brief intense showers, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds occurring at scattered locations. The MeT Centre has issued an advisory warning of the possibility of thunderstorms, lightning, hailstorms and strong winds at isolated to scattered places during June 11-12. Similar weather activity, including thunderstorms and gusty winds of 30-40 kmph, is also likely at a few places between June 13 and 17. Authorities have further cautioned that brief intense showers in isolated areas of both the Kashmir and Jammu divisions could trigger flash floods and mudslides, particularly during the period from June 11 to 14.
Ilaiyaraaja pays tribute to late director Bharathiraja
Paidiraju, 50, a contract worker with more than 90% burns, dies in hospital; the message he recorded for his sons on the way to treatment spreads online
Alpha teaser: Alia Bhatt makes an action-packed entry into YRF Spy Universe
The teaser of Alpha, directed by Shiv Rawali and produced by Yash Raj Films, dives into a wild origin story of the protagonist, essayed by Alia Bhatt
Another jolt to TMC, party MP Sushmita Dev resigns from Rajya Sabha
Sushmita Dev is the second MP of the TMC to resign this week, after Sukhendu Sekhar Roy had tendered his resignation from the party as well as the Rajya Sabha
Elle trailer: New series reveals Elle Woods high school years before Legally Blonde
Prime Videos upcoming prequel series follows a teenage Elle Woods as she navigates friendship, romance, and a life-changing move years before heading to Harvard Law School
