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Astroguide for Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Tithi: Nija Jyeshta Shukla Dasami till 6.14 pm

SIT Arrests Suspended CI Nagaraju in Sai Krishna Custodial Death Case

Earlier, high drama unfolded when the SIT officials wanted to take Nagaraju into custody after questioning him at his residence in Singh Nagar.

Trump: Iran has agreed to 'N' checks till infinity; no talks with IAEA, says Tehran

Conflicting reports emerged Tuesday regarding Iran's nuclear program and asset unfreezing. President Trump claimed Iran agreed to extensive inspe

Quote of the day by psychologist and social cognitive theory pioneer Albert Bandura on self-belief: 'People who believe they have the power to exercise some measure of control over their lives are...' - life lesson on why your beliefs can shape your future

Quote of the Day by Albert Bandura: Psychologist Albert Bandura emphasized that believing in one's ability to control life's trajectory significa

Ambati Seeks Independent Probe Into Sai Krishna Custodial Death

He demanded the officer's immediate arrest, alleging that any delay could lead to destruction of evidence.

Women, Child Safety Top Priority: IG Rajakumari

Addressing a joint press conference with Bapatla SP B. Umamaheswar here on Tuesday, she said several innovative programmes launched under the dir

Akshay Kumar: A Good Film Succeeds Without Events

Mumbai, June 24: Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar and filmmaker Ahmed Khan recently discussed their upcoming film Welcome to the Jungle in an int

Delhi Redz Crowned Champions After Defeating Chennai Bulls in Rugby Premier League

Hyderabad, June 24: In an exciting finale of the Rugby Premier League (RPL) Season 2, the Delhi Redz womens team triumphed over the Chennai Bulls

Congress MP Mukul Wasnik succeeds Digvijaya Singh as chair of key parliamentary panel

Congress MP Mukul Wasnik has taken over as the chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Women, Children, Youth and Sports.

Adani Gangavaram Port strengthens community outreach in Gajuwaka

11 Indian-Bound Ships Transit Hormuz After Sealing of US-Iran Peace MoU

India says 11 vessels transited Strait of Hormuz after US-Iran MoU.

In supercomputer marathon, China tops US; but AI-high? No

China's LineShine supercomputer has topped the global TOP500 list, utilizing domestically produced chips. However, experts suggest this achieveme

Major Reshuffle in Maharashtra Police; Vishwas Nangre Patil Appointed as Nagpur Police Commissioner

Mumbai, June 23: The Maharashtra government has initiated a significant administrative reshuffle within the police department, transferring sever

Wednesday Quote of the Day by Cristiano Ronaldo: I don't have to worry what others think. I talk when I want to. Everybody knows who I am, what I believe in. Football legend's message on confidence, identity, and ignoring noise

Quote of the Day: Cristiano Ronaldo's powerful message on self-belief is resonating widely, especially mid-week when motivation often wanes. The

Major Reshuffle in Maharashtra Police: Vishwas Nangre Patil Appointed as New Police Commissioner of Nagpur

Mumbai, June 23: The Maharashtra government has initiated a significant administrative reshuffle within the police department, resulting in the t

FIFA World Cup 2026: Donald Trump to attend final, present World Cup trophy

FIFA President Gianni Infantino revealed plans for President Donald Trump to join him in presenting the World Cup Final trophy on July 19 in East

War of Words Escalates Between Jana Sena and YSRC

The exchange of allegations reflects the continuing political rivalry between the two parties in the region.

BRICS can play a key role in tackling terrorism: PM

Indias chairmanship of BRICS will help in enhancing priorities of the Global South and contribute to a safer world

Ayodhya Funds Row: BK Hariprasad Demands Judicial Probe, Shah's Resignation

It is being reported that nearly Rs 200 crore has been misused or siphoned off in Ayodhya. The BJP has no respect for religious commitments.

BJP President Nitin Naveen Pays Tribute to Shyama Prasad Mukherjee

New Delhi, June 23: Nitin Naveen, the National President of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), paid tribute on Tuesday to Shyama Prasad Mukherjee,

Congress MP Akhilesh Prasad Singh Critiques Partys Internal Strategy

New Delhi, June 23: Congress MP Akhilesh Prasad Singh sharply criticized his partys internal strategy on Tuesday. He linked the partys poor elect

Bapatla leads in women, child safety in A.P., says SP

HYDRAA Begins Drainage Pipeline Expansion Works in Miyapur to Prevent Flooding

Commissioner Ranganath immediately directed engineers to construct an additional parallel pipeline to increase drainage capacity.

AP Panel Seeks Ban on Smartphone Use by Children Below 13 Years

The panel report has suggested screen-time guidelines, including zero passive screen exposure for children below two years, and limited supervise

CM Vijay tells short story in Assembly; Udhayanidhi says House turned into a cinema

Though the CM did not name anyone from the Opposition parties in his story, his comments were widely interpreted as a reference to the defeat of

SBI likely to step in for Metro projects finance at a very low interest rate

Breakthrough in talks over Hyderabad Metro Rail puts Revanth and Kishan on same track

Quote of the day by American psychologist Carol Dweck: 'Test scores and measures of achievement tell you where a student is, but they dont tell you...'- life lessons on growth mindset, learning, success, and human potential

Renowned psychologist Carol Dweck's growth mindset theory emphasizes that abilities aren't fixed. Her quote, Test scores tell you where a student

Watch: HL: Lucknow building fire: FIR cites illegal commercial use | Above the Fold | 23.06.2026

In this episode, we look at the devastating Lucknow building fire and the broader questions it raises about fire safety in Indias cities. We also

Police Pick Up Fingerprints in Nalgonda Multi-Murder Case

Police believe all the four had been brutally murdered by unidentified persons between 4 am and 6 am on Saturday.

Rajasthan Anti-Narcotics Task Force Captures Fugitive Smuggler in Kerala After Seven Years

Mumbai, June 23: In a significant victory against interstate drug trafficking, the Rajasthan Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) has apprehended a f

Amaravati Will Emerge as a Model Capital City, Says Union Minister Tokhan Sahu

Earlier, municipal administration minister P. Narayana met the Union minister at the CRDA office.

Calcutta HC: Preserve Bhowanipore Poll Counting Records

Ms Banerjees counsel and TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee however reposed his faith in Justice Kanth and said he had no objection. He argued during the hea

When in history did rate caps work?: Tillis vs Warrens hilarious clash on affordability | WATCH

Centre Tightens Rules for Receiving Foreign Funds

New norms require NGOs to specify purpose, area of operation and key functionaries.

IMD forecasts a wet weekend for Andhra Pradesh

Judge Sooknanan blocks citizenship checks using fed database; Watch her clash with Kennedy, Hawley

Bengal Chief Minister Accuses Mamata Banerjee of Corruption at BGBS

Kolkata, June 23: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has leveled serious allegations against the former government led by Mamata Banerje

Delhi Government Launches Health Scheme for 270,000 Construction Workers and Their Families

New Delhi, June 23: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced on Tuesday that the Delhi government has initiated the Delhi Building and Construction W

One-gram gold ring for babies born in T.N. government hospitals

Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay will inaugurate the initiative on September 15, the birth anniversary of former Chief Minister C.N. Annadurai

Psychology says people who always quote movie dialogues may not be showing off, their brains could be using films as emotional shortcuts

Why do some people constantly quote movie dialogues in everyday conversations? Psychology suggests it may be linked to emotional memory, social b

Police return 538 seized vehicles to owners

Square Yards becomes Unicorn with 900 crore funding, plans IPO

As we gear up for our upcoming IPO, this capital raise will provide us with the strategic firepower to accelerate our market expansion, deepen ou

NSA Ajit Doval meets Russian counterpart Sergei Shoigu, discusses bilateral ties

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval held discussions with Russia's Secretary of the Security Council, Sergei Shoigu, in New Delhi. The meeting,

WANTED in $547M & $90M Genetic testing scheme fraud: FBI Chief Kash Patel drops top fugitives list

PM Modi Expresses Condolences Over Indian Deaths in Ras Laffan Incident

New Delhi, June 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed profound sorrow over the tragic incident that occurred at the Ras Laffan Industria

Madhya Pradesh Honorees Receive Padma Shri Awards: Chief Minister Congratulates

New Delhi, June 23: Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has extended his congratulations to two distinguished individuals from Madhya Pradesh, Mohan Nagar

How to protect American high school kids? Rep. Bera demands Congress confront China over fentanyl

US visa rejected: Did you watch the FIFA match? and Why do you want to travel to New York? how simple questions led to interview rejections at Delhi consulate

A viral Reddit post detailing US visa interview experiences at the Delhi Consulate reveals that weak or unconvincing answers, not just documentat

Rajasthan Farmers Demand Release of Panchna Dam Water, Set Ultimatum for June 27

Khandeep, June 23: A significant movement has emerged in Rajasthan, demanding the release of water from the Panchna Dam into the canals. MLA Ramk

Shivraj Singh Chouhan Congratulates New BJP State Committee Members in Madhya Pradesh

Bhopal, June 23: Central Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister and former Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has extended his congratulation

Air Force Issues Support Contract For 36 Rafale

Busts Pakistan propoganda that India lost several of them during Operation Sindoor I

R. Madhavan, Alka Yagnik, and Mammootty Honored with Prestigious Padma Awards

Mumbai, June 23: Renowned figures from the entertainment industry, including actors R. Madhavan, Mammootty, and singer Alka Yagnik, were honored

Jamaat-e-Islami Hind Supports Nationwide Movement by AIMPLB

New Delhi, June 23: Jamaat-e-Islami Hinds Vice President, Malik Motasim Khan, announced on Tuesday that the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (

Adani opens Mundra Airport for scheduled commercial flights to 4 cities

With this, Mundra has become the 9th airport of the Adani Group, and this location is set to become a fully integrated, multi-modal logistics and

Facts related toSyama Prasad Mookerjees death in J&K should be made public: BJP

The party pays tributes to the sacrifices and vision of Mookerjee and highlights his enduring legacy in strengthening national unity

IPL Cricketer Abhishek Porel Accused of Exploitation Under False Marriage Promises

Kolkata, June 23: Abhishek Porel, a cricketer playing for Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League (IPL), faces allegations of exploitation un

Meghalaya Chief Minister Urges Swift Preparations Against El Nio Effects

Shillong, June 23: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has directed all government departments to accelerate preparations to address the po

West Bengal budget is 'expansionary' and seeks to revitalise the state's economy: State FM Swapan Dasgupta

The first state budget presented by the new BJP government in West Bengal combines a push for industrial revival with continued focus on welfare

Modi Interacts With 183 IAS Trainee Officers, Urges To Embrace Nagrik Devo Bhava

Calling for a whole-of-government approach, the Prime Minister stressed that major developmental challenges cannot be solved in silos. He noted t

Rubio says US will not accept Iranian tolls on Hormuz

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio firmly stated that Washington will not permit any tolls on the Strait of Hormuz, an international waterway. Thi

Netanyahu says Israel should 'break free' of U.S. military aid

I deeply appreciate the support we have received from our American friends, but we need to break free from dependency and build our own independe

3rd Corps of EME Sailing Regatta concludes in Hyderabad

Assam Launches E-Zero FIR System to Combat Cyber Financial Fraud

Guwahati, June 23: Assam has launched the E-Zero FIR initiative, making it one of the first states in India to implement an automated system to t

DPH Issues Advisory As Telangana Braces for Rain

To reduce airborne infections such as viral fevers and influenza, people were asked to avoid close contact with sick individuals, use sanitisers

Quote of the day by renowned psychologist Elizabeth Loftus: Zealous conviction is a dangerous substitute for an... The secret lesson behind lifelong learning and better decisions, and why questioning your beliefs can make you wiser

Quote of the Day by Elizabeth Loftus: Zealous conviction is a dangerous substitute for an open mind. This powerful insight from the renowned psyc

BJP Questions Sheikh Abdullahs Role in Syama Prasad Mookerjees 1953 Death In Kashmir

Mookerjee later died in detention in Srinagar under circumstances that, a senior party leader said, remain deeply disturbing even today.

DC Edit | Brutal Politics Unseats Britains Keir Starmer

The fall of a sixth PM in the 10 years since a referendum led to Brexit may be a clear enough indication that Britain had suffered economically f

Counter Attempts to Drag Pawan Into Controversies: CM Asks Ministers

Naidu also advised his ministers to broaden their understanding beyond their respective portfolios and respond effectively to all major public is

Tripura Unveils Its First Public Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Agartala, June 23: Tripura has inaugurated its first public electric vehicle (EV) charging station in Agartala on Tuesday. This initiative marks

Government Debunks Rumors Surrounding Ethanol-Blended Petrol, Ensures Scientific Monitoring

New Delhi, June 23: The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas reaffirmed on Tuesday that the countrys ethanol blending program for petrol is scie

Quote of the Day by American psychologist William James: The greatest weapon against stress is Inspiring lessons on stress management, pressure, mental health, resilience and why you should not let your thoughts control you by the father of American psychology known for his deep insights into human nature and behavior

Quote of the Day by William James: William James quote, The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another, exp

Ronaldo Becomes First Player To Score in Six World Cups With Goal Against Uzbekistan

Portugal star becomes first player to score in six different World Cups.

New ROB, fruit pulp factory, desilting of water bodies in Tirupattur required: IUML MLA

MLA S.S.P. Syed Farooq Basha highlighted these needs during the motion of thanks to Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekars address in t

New Developments in Bhagwant Mann Video Controversy: Two Arrested in Gurugram for Fake Forensic Report

Gurugram, June 23: A new twist has emerged in the controversial video case involving Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. Gurugram police have in

Bengaluru ARO suspended for indulging in Khata fraud

Tamil Nadu Government Challenges Madras High Court Ruling in Supreme Court

Chennai, June 23: The Tamil Nadu government, led by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, has approached the Supreme Court to contest a Madras High Cou

Infantino Says FIFA Will Review Hydration Breaks for Future World Cups

He said FIFA would analyze what it will do in future tournaments based on this experience. But after criticism that the breaks were a stealth way

Uttam, Tummala Ask Centre to Procure More Rice From State

The state delegation also sought extension of the CMR (custom milled rice) delivery schedule to facilitate seamless milling and supply to the Cen

CCP sees value in USA's suffering: Rep Kim backs Trump's push to shut Chinas POISON PIPELINE

Govt Adopts Sustainable, Fire-Resistant Silicate Paint Tech for LBZ

This helps reduce flame spread and smoke generation. The paint performs strongly on both key parameters smoke development and flame spread. In m

Stampede at World Cup Viewing in Jordans Amman Kills 1

This year was the first that Jordan qualified for the World Cup. The team was knocked out Tuesday after losing to Algeria 2-1.

School students allegedly roped in by TVK functionaries tie party flags to median

The police said that a group of students was on their way to school when they were told by local TVK functionaries to tie party flags with small

LDA Takes Action Against Illegal Construction Following Lucknow Fire Incident

Lucknow, June 23: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has adopted a firm stance regarding the building in Aliganj where a recent fire inciden

India Represented at the 56th OAS General Assembly in Panama

Panama City, June 23: Indias Ambassador to Panama, Sumit Seth, represented the country at the opening session of the 56th Organization of America

IMO, Oman announce plan to evacuate ships, 11,000 seafarers stranded in Persian Gulf

IMO says it has secured necessary safety guarantees, verified the conditions for safe navigation; operation involves cooperation with U.S., Oman,

Waqf Board Announced Govt Sanctioned Rs. 1 Crore for Muharram Observances Across TG

Telangana Waqf Board Chairman Syed Azmatullah Husseni expressed his gratitude to Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy

Narayani Hospital organises blood donation camp in Vellore

Volunteers and students from various colleges actively participated in the camp

Nepal court remands former Minister Bishnu Paudel to seven days in money laundering probe

He was arrested in connection with a money laundering investigation linked to a controversial businessman, who is currently in custody under a mo

Monsoon Covers Entire Telangana As IMD Forecasts Widespread Rain, Cooler Days Ahead

Heavy showers likely across districts as temperatures set to drop by 5C.

Psychology says people who hate surprises aren't boring, they may be built to protect themselves from uncertainty

Why do some people dislike surprise parties, unexpected plans, or sudden changes? Psychology reveals how uncertainty, emotional regulation and br