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Vedanta Pays 62,722 Crore to Exchequer in FY26

Mumbai (Udaipur Kiran), June 26: Vedanta Limited has contributed 62,722 crore to the national exchequer during FY26, according to the companys 11

Indias First 250 MT Electric Crane Begins Operations at Hindustan Zinc

Hybrid-powered crane deployed at Zinc Smelter Debari, Rajasthan marks a major step in reducing operational emissions while accelerating the trans

Morning Digest: India launches Op Amistad to aid quake-hit Venezuela as toll nears 1,000; U.S. strikes Iran sites after cargo ship attack, and more

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Awareness Drive Promotes Drug-Free India

Udaipur (Udaipur Kiran), June 26: An awareness programme on the theme Drug-Free India was organised at Sai Tirupati University under the joint in

Review | Courtesans Dont Read Newspapers captures the absurdities of modern India

Anil Yadavs stories, deftly translated by Vaibhav Sharma, lay bare societys hypocrisies, inequalities and quiet heartbreaks

Fasting Brings One Closer to God: Prashant Agrawal

Udaipur (Udaipur Kiran), June 26: Narayan Seva Sansthan observed Nirjala Ekadashi with devotion, dedication and a spirit of service. On the occas

They Shouldn't Be Doing That: Trump on Iran's Vessel Attack in Hormuz

US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced that American forces carried out strikes against Iran on June 26 in response to what it described as Iran'

Major Drug Bust in Chhattisgarh: 51 Kilograms of Cannabis Seized, One Arrested

Raipur, June 27: Chhattisgarhs Mahasamund police have made a significant breakthrough in their fight against illegal drug trafficking. They arres

Indian firm, CEO among 8 entities sanctioned by US for 'fuelling' civil war in Sudan

The US has imposed sanctions on eight individuals and entities, including an Indian national, for allegedly fueling Sudan's civil war. Alok Choud

Mortal remains of 8 Indians repatriated from Ras Laffan: Indian embassy in Doha

The Indian Embassy in Doha has confirmed the return of mortal remains for eight Indian nationals who tragically lost their lives in the Ras Laffa

Heavy Rain to Lash Telangana for Next Seven Days; IMD Issues Thunderstorm, Lightning Alerts

Heavy rainfall warning issued for multiple districts until July 3 as monsoon activity intensifies; Hyderabad among areas likely to receive heavy

Captain Iyer Reflects on Learning from Ireland Defeat

Belfast, June 26: Shreyas Iyer, the captain of the Indian T20 team, faced a challenging start to his leadership, suffering a 34-run defeat agains

US allows Anthropic to release Mythos to 'trusted partners'

The US government has partially lifted restrictions on Anthropic's advanced AI model, Claude Mythos 5, allowing trusted partners access after ini

US strikes Iran following attack on cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz

US forces struck Iranian missile and drone sites following an attack on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, jeopardising a recent interim peace

U.S. Judge won't immediately dismiss criminal charges against Gautam Adani

Adani was charged in 2024 with agreeing to bribe Indian government officials so a subsidiary of his Adani Group could win approval to develop a s

Tragic Road Accident in Rampur Claims Six Lives

Shimla, June 26: A devastating road accident occurred in the Taklech Chowki area of Rampur sub-division in Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, on

Ram Temple Donation Scandal Deeply Hurts Hindu Faith, Says Justice Sudhir Agarwal

New Delhi, June 27: In a significant development regarding the Ram Temple donation scandal, Champat Rai, the General Secretary of the pilgrimage

Indian Ambassador Reviews Bilateral Relations with Austrian MPs in Vienna

Vienna, June 26: Indian Ambassador to Austria, Shambhu S. Kumaran, met with members of the Austrian Parliaments India Friendship Group on Friday

What if the secret to beating distraction has been hidden in the brainstem all along? A new study offers hope for ADHD research

Scientists have pinpointed an ancient brain region acting as a focus switch, crucial for filtering distractions and prioritizing information. Thi

Siachen Base Camp To Get Power Grid For First Time By September: Lt Governor

Zanskar and Nubra are also set to receive grid connectivity for the first time under transmission projects targeted for completion by September 1

Haryana Government Intensifies Crackdown on Criminals, Anil Vij Responds to Rahul Gandhis Claims

Ambala, June 27: The Haryana government is ramping up its efforts against crime, according to Cabinet Minister Anil Vij. He stated that the gover

Israel, Lebanon sign framework agreement with U.S. in first step toward peace, Rubio says

The officials did not share details on the agreement that was signed by Yechiel Leiter, the Israeli Ambassador to the United States, and Nada Ham

Gujarats Pulse Polio Campaign to Vaccinate Over 158,000 Children in Gandhinagar

Gandhinagar, June 27: The National Pulse Polio Vaccination Campaign is set to take place in Gandhinagar district on June 28, aiming to administer

Venezuela earthquake: People take search for the missing into their own hands as death toll nears 1,000

Citizens digging through the rubble of their homes said they have seen few state rescue teams in the areas hit hardest by the devastating 7.2 and

Senior Resident Positions Available at GTBH: Apply by June 29

New Delhi, June 26: A significant opportunity has emerged for professionals in the medical field. Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital (GTBH) has officially

FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Uruguay vs Spain at Guadalajara Stadium

Spain will clinch first place in the group with a draw

Word of the Day: Quotidian

Discover the power of 'quotidian' the word for everyday life. It highlights how ordinary routines, from morning coffee to evening walks, shape o

Tata Sons back on track in FY26 with 32,000 net profit

Tata Sons, the holding company of the Tata Group, reported strong performance in FY26 despite global geopolitical uncertainty, according to an ex

UN agency working to restart Hormuz evacuations after ship attack

Some 115 vessels and around 2,500 seafarers were able to sail through the strait before evacuations were paused, IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Do

Hyderabad Heroes Dominate Rugby Premier League Group Stage

Hyderabad, June 26: On the final day of the group stage matches in the Rugby Premier League 2026, the Hyderabad Heroes secured their top position

California appeals court upholds Harvey Weinsteins rape conviction, but says he must be resentenced

The decision came a day after prosecutors in New York decided Weinstein would not face a fourth trial , dropping the #MeToo-era case after the ac

Call for Independent Investigation into Ram Temple Fund Misappropriation: Maulana Sajid Rashidi

New Delhi, June 27: Maulana Sajid Rashidi, President of the All India Imam Association, has raised serious concerns regarding financial irregular

Former Vice President Naidu Inaugurates Primary Health Center in Vijayawada

Vijayawada, June 26: Former Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu inaugurated a new primary health center and indoor stadium in Atukuru, near Vijayawa

FIFA World Cup | Cabo Verde vs Saudi Arabia LIVE updates: Group H match underway

Cape Verde is one of the absolute feel-good stories of the World Cup, a tiny island nation with two draws in its two matches to this point

FIFA World Cup | Uruguay vs Spain LIVE updates: Group H match underway

A draw would still leave Uruguay with a slim chance of advancing through the third-place route

Congress Appoints Rajendra Pal Gautam as New In-Charge for Uttar Pradesh Ahead of Elections

New Delhi, June 27: The Congress Party has appointed Rajendra Pal Gautam as the new in-charge for Uttar Pradesh ahead of the state assembly elect

AC Milan Make Goncalo Ramos Record Signing: Reports

He will cost between 60 and 70 million euros ($68.3-$79.7m), which would make the 25-year-old the second most expensive striker signing in Serie

Gujarat Anti-Corruption Bureau Arrests Police Officers for Bribery

Ahmedabad, June 27: The Gujarat Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has arrested a serving sub-inspector and a head constable from the Bopal police stat

They Shouldn't Be Doing That: Trump After Iran's Attack On Ship In Hormuz

US President Donald Trump on Friday said that one will find out if there will be consequences for Iran's violation of the ceasefire agreement.

Kolkata Warehouse Collapse: Rescue Operations Continue Until Complete Satisfaction, Says Commander Manish Ranjan

Kolkata, June 27: A tragic warehouse roof collapse in Kolkata has resulted in the deaths of 15 individuals. Rescue and relief operations are ongo

Four Family Members Murdered in Telangana; Relative Arrested

Hyderabad, June 27: The police in Telangana have arrested four individuals in connection with the murder of four family members in Nalgonda. The

Homebuyers can seek relief for delay after possession: Supreme Court

Nancy Guthrie case: Does a new video claim hold the key to the Nancy Guthrie mystery? Here's what the latest note claims

A new demand letter claims to possess video footage of Nancy Guthrie and her alleged main kidnapper on the day she likely died. The sender, who h

New Airport Terminal in Jodhpur Set to Open on July 4, Announces Minister Shekhawat

New Delhi, June 27: Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, announced on Friday that the new airport terminal in Jodhpu

RLP Leader Hanuman Beniwal Questions BJP Government Over Cash Scandal

Jaipur, June 26: Hanuman Beniwal, the president of the Rashtriya Loktantrik Party (RLP) and MP from Nagaur, has criticized the Rajasthan governme

Ireland Achieves Historic T20 Victory Over India in Belfast

Belfast, June 26: Ireland has made history by securing its first-ever T20 victory against India. In a match held at the Civil Service Cricket Clu

Ram Mandir fund Row: Pejawar Seer Welcomes SIT Probe

Speaking to reporters in Udupi, Sri Vishwaprasanna Teertha Swamiji, who is also a member of the Ram Mandir Trust, said he would refrain from comm

West Bengal to Introduce Strict Laws Against Forced Conversions and Love Jihad

Kolkata, June 27: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced on Friday that the state government will soon introduce stringent laws to

GHMC To Collect Worshipped Sacred Items As Part Of Project Udvasana

A statement said Project Udvasana bridges this gap by combining traditional religious practices with responsible waste management.

Tensions Rise as Russia and US Clash Over Alaska Talks

Moscow, June 27: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has called for clarity regarding the United States role in resolving the Ukraine conflict

Cleaning Godavari a challenge ahead of 2027 Pushkarams

The waters of the sacred river of Akhanda Godavari have been declared unsuitable either for drinking or a holy dip due to contamination with effl

As I Turned The Pages

Decades ago, parents urged their children to read newspapers to sharpen their grasp of English language, vocabulary and grammar.

Sri Lanka Survive Scotland Scare In Women's T20 WC, Keep Semi Hopes Alive

Sri Lanka kept alive their bid to reach the Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals with a dramatic three-wicket victory over Scotland on Friday.

Passengers Seek More Aerobridges, Better Utilisation At Chennai Airport

Aerobridges are primarily used for larger aircraft such as Airbus and Boeing jets, while smaller ATR aircraft cannot use the facility.

Word of the Day: Pulchritude

Word of the Day: Discover 'pulchritude,' an elegant, often misunderstood word for physical beauty. Despite its clunky sound, it traces back to La

Raut Alleges Ram Mandir Donation Funds Used To Engineer Political Splits

Around 2,000 crore from the donation box has gone missing. These are only preliminary figures mentioned by the SIT. This stolen money enters poli

US Strikes Iran To Respond To Attack on Cargo Ship in Strait of Hormuz

US Central Command said the military struck missile and drone locations and coastal radar sites in Iran

RSS Grows, But Shortage of Good People Persists: Kailash Vijayvargiya

Bhopal, June 26: Kailash Vijayvargiya, a minister in the Madhya Pradesh government, expressed concerns about the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS

Caste-Based Flags, Symbols Banned During Nellaiappar Car Fest

The commissioner said the restrictions had been imposed to ensure the smooth, peaceful and harmonious conduct of the annual temple festival, whic

Nitin Nabin discusses digital public infrastructure, clean energy with envoys of 23 EU countries

FIFA World Cup 2026: Iraq Eliminated After 5-0 Thrashing By Senegal

The West Africans enjoyed a dream start when Abdoulaye Seck's header directed off teammate Habib Diarra and into the Iraqi net in the fourth minu

Jackson Labs loses licences over Rajasthan maternal deaths

Ujjwal Nikam Appointed as Special Public Prosecutor in High-Profile Murder Case

Mumbai, June 27: In a significant development, Ujjwal Nikam, a senior advocate and Rajya Sabha MP, has been appointed as the Special Public Prose

FIFA World Cup: Senegal rout10-man Iraq to stay in World Cup hunt

The West Africans enjoyed a dream start when Abdoulaye Seck's header directed off teammate Habib Diarra and into the Iraqi net in the fourth minu

2 states, 2 different rules for registration of doctors

'Foreign cyber intrusions...': Mullin discusses cyber threats from China, Iran at House hearing

Hezbollah Rejects Israel-Lebanon Deal, Warns Of Civil War

Israel and Lebanon hailed an agreement signed Friday with the United States to pave a way towards peace on their front in the Middle East war, wh

Government plans simpler import rule to cut medicine wastage

Trump Warns Europe: 100% Tariff on Digital Tax Implementation

New Delhi, June 27: U.S. President Donald Trump has once again threatened to impose a 100% tariff. This warning comes amid discussions among seve

'These hardcore godless communists...': Trump tears into Mamdani after Dem primary shocker in NYC

'First US President to be honoured this way': Donald Trump thanks India after Hyderabad renames road after him

US Forces Strike Iranian Drone, Missile Sites After Attack On Cargo Ship

US forces struck Iranian missile and drone storage sites and coastal radar locations on Friday in response to an Iranian attack on a cargo ship,

Chinese Proverb of the Day: 'Do not impose on others what you yourself do not desire...'- A timeless lesson on respect, empathy, and human dignity

Chinese Proverb of the Day: A timeless Chinese proverb, often linked to Confucius, urges us to consider others' feelings before acting: 'Do not i

Annamalai Urges Probe Into More DMK Govt Scams

In a post on X, Annamalai said he hoped the government would ensure a speedy investigation and bring those found guilty to book.

Dani Ceballos To Leave Real Madrid A Year Early

Ceballos, 29, spent nine years at the Santiago Bernabeu after joining from Real Betis in 2017 and had one year left on his contract, but has been

Peaceful Observance of Muharram in Gujarat Amidst Tight Security

Ahmedabad, June 27: Muharram was observed peacefully in Gujarat on Friday. Traditional Tazia processions took place in Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara

One dead in Agartala blast; State govt. orders probe

The fact-finding committee, led by the Secretary, Urban Develop Department, has been directed to submit a report within seven days

Assam Intensifies Crackdown on Fake Doctors, 62 Arrested: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma

Guwahati, June 27: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Friday that the state government has intensified its crackdown on fake d

Kolkata: Death Toll Rises To 15 In Warehouse Collapse

All of them were declared dead at SSKM Hospital upon arrival. At present, 18 injured workers have been undergoing treatment at the state-run faci

West Bengal Congress to step up protests over NTA question paper leaks

Congress leadership in West Bengal will hold protests on August 1 demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan as the

Four Held In Nalgonda Family Murder Case

According to the investigation, Aslam entered the house by scaling the compound wall at about 2 am on June 19 and hid inside

No Mercy for Guilty in Ram Temple Fund Case: Sanjay Nishad

Lucknow, June 27: Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Minister Sanjay Nishad has addressed several issues, including the ongoing investigation into the Ram Tem

Meghalayas Matriarchal System Offers Global Lessons in Sustainable Farming, Says CM Sangma

Shillong, June 26: Meghalayas Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma stated on Friday that the states unique matriarchal system, where women oversee lan

Drug-Free Telangana Is A Shared Responsibility, Say Leaders

Shandilya said the EAGLE has been conducting awareness campaigns across the state. He said 822 students were identified in drug-related cases in

'Great job!': Rubio announces US-backed Israel-Lebanon peace framework; Netanyahu calls it 'victory'

Loss-making Air India stops crew laundry services on international layovers

MHA moving fast to set up exclusive NDPS courts: Amit Shah

Major Drug Bust in Mizoram: Six Arrested, Heroin Worth 1.31 Crore Seized

Aizawl, June 27: The Assam Rifles, in collaboration with the Mizoram Police and the Excise and Narcotics Department, conducted multiple operation

SIR now makes its way into NCERT Class IX textbook

Maharashtra Celebrates Muharram with Peace and Reverence

Mumbai, June 26: Muharram (Ashura) was observed with reverence and tranquility across Maharashtra, including Mumbai, on Friday. People adhered to