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Climate Crisis, Stink Bugs Hit Bihar Shahi Litchis Production

Litchis have now become vulnerable to infestation by the Litchi Stink bugs, known scientifically as Tessaratoma Javanica.

Illegal arms smuggling module busted in Punjab, Afghan national among 4 held

CHANDIGARH, June 8: Punjab Police on Monday said it has busted a cross-border illegal arms smuggling and hawala network with the arrest of four p

Hospital observes National Cancer Survivors Day

Union Agriculture Minister says BRICS meeting in Indore to focus on food security, farmer welfare

The discussions under Indias presidency will include a three-day agriculture working group meeting from June 9 and a two-day BRICS ministerial me

INDIA Bloc Leaders To Write to CJI, Demand Pradhans Resignation

The leaders of the opposition grouping also decided to meet every two months and the next meeting would be held in Hyderabad in August

Pinarayi Vijayan likens Revanth Reddys political temperament to Hitler over HYDRAA remark

In a Facebook post, Pinarayi says Revanth Reddys proud veneration of Adolf Hitler has revealed the Congress Chief Ministers Sangh Parivar past an

YouTuber Maridhas arrestedon charges of making derogatory remarks on woman Minister

The police claimed he published videos and posts againstMinisters, including a woman member of the Cabinet headed by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vij

Minister Bharath to head organising committee of Global Arya Vysya Summit

TG Bharat suggested that all Arya Vysya organizations should work together to ensure the success of any initiative

United Nations urge Afghan Taliban to end arrests of women over dress rules

The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan did not specify how many women had been affected

SpiceJet to halt operations from Shivamogga airport from June 9

An airport official attributed the withdrawal to rising fuel costs, operational challenges following the new Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL) r

Man arrested for selling ganja and pain-relief tablets in Triplicane

The police seized 1.2 kg of ganja, 305 pain-relief tablets, 15,000 believed to be proceeds from the sale of narcotics, and eight syringes from hi

'Living LAVISH on fraud money': Explosive Ohio Medicaid testimony stuns lawmakers at House hearing

5 Path breaking AI technology which overhauls the world of Sports

Sports is one of the fastest-moving sectors, where the smallest fraction of a second can make a huge difference, artificial intelligence (AI) int

Nemai Ghoshs colour portraits of Satyajit Ray lend a new dimension to the legend

An ongoing exhibition at the Delhi Art Gallery captures the filmmaker in vivid colours, making it less a display of images and more a rediscovery

Woman Attempts Suicide At Guntur Collectorate

The woman said that she and her mother had been facing mental agony since her father had gone for a second marriage. She lamented that despite re

Sukhendu's exit deepens TMC unrest, rebel leader Ritabrata claims more MPs set to break ranks

Rebel TMC leader Ritabrata Banerjee views Sukhendu Shekhar Ray's resignation as a significant protest. He believes more party parliamentarians wi

Thalassery police arrest man after 10 years on the run in sexual assault case

Police say Ashraf used matrimonial websites to befriend and exploit women

Many from this group will feature in 2032, 2036 Olympics: Rani Rampal

India's U-18 women's hockey team secured a bronze medal at the Asia Cup. Coach Rani Rampal sees this team as the foundation for future Olympic sq

Homo erectus fossil yields secrets long thought to be beyond genetics

That we carry DNA fragments from two other members of the genus Homo raised the possibility that we may also harbour genetic material from other

Shut but open: closure of TASMAC liquor shops in Tamil Nadu

Every time a new party comes to power, closing liquor shops becomes one of its standard promises. But shops are eventually opened in other locati

Fake marks card racket busted in Bengaluru, founder of Koramangala-based company booked

The accused allegedly deceived students and institutions while undermining the credibility of genuine educational qualifications

Matter of utmost concern: India urges de-escalation as Israel-Iran exchange fire

India has voiced grave concern over escalating Middle East violence, urging immediate de-escalation and diplomatic talks. The ongoing conflict, n

Brazil replaces injured Wesley with Ederson before World Cup

Brazil has made a World Cup roster change. Right back Wesley is out due to a thigh muscle injury. Midfielder Ederson will join the team. Forward

India, China Should Stick To Right Strategic Perception Of Being Cooperative Partners, Not Rivals: Beijing

BEIJING, Jun 8: China and India should stick to the right strategic perception that they are not rivals but cooperative partners and opportunitie

Srinagar Police Seizes Properties Worth 4 Crore in Drug Trafficking Crackdown

Srinagar, June 8: In a significant operation aimed at making Jammu and Kashmir drug-free, the Srinagar police have seized properties valued at ap

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Middle East crisis expanding would be 'worrying,' says Indian oil minister Haredeep Puri

The possibility of the Gulf crisis expanding to other areas would create series of new problems and be worrying, Indian Oil Minister Haredeep Sin

Calcutta High Court Dismisses Former Minister Sujit Boses Petition

Kolkata, June 8: The Calcutta High Court dismissed the petition of former West Bengal Fire Services Minister Sujit Bose on Monday. Bose sought to

Pilgrims To Get Improved Facilities During Upcoming Amarnath Yatra: CS Atal Dulloo

JAMMU, Jun 8: Extensive preparations are underway for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra, with authorities working to provide improved facilities and se

INDIA bloc meeting: Opposition leaders decide to write to CJI on SIR, seek Pradhan's resignation

In New Delhi, an assembly of 25 opposition party leaders convened to address pressing electoral concerns. They resolved to formally approach the

T.N. Powerloom Federation seeks higher free power quota, measures to boost employment

Among its key demands, the federation sought an increase in the free electricity allocation for Tariff IIIA2 powerloom units from 1,000 units to

Indias exam toppers are already ahead of the AI curve

Two brothers drown in village stream in Belagavi district

They could not swim, villagers told the police

India Expresses Deep Concern Over Rising Tensions in West Asia

New Delhi, June 8: India expressed profound regret on Monday over the escalating attacks in West Asia and urged all parties to de-escalate tensio

India, China should stick to 'right strategic perception' of being cooperative partners, not rivals: Beijing

China urges India to view them as cooperative partners, not rivals, emphasizing mutual development and opportunities. Beijing supports dialogue b

As Mamata Banerjee attends INDIA bloc meet, dissident TMC MPs huddle in Delhi; split buzz reaches Parliament

Political unrest within the TMC is now affecting its parliamentary wing. A group of around 20 TMC MPs met in Delhi to discuss their future course

India voices concern over renewed West Asia attacks, calls for de-escalation

India expresses deep concern over escalating West Asia hostilities. The nation calls for immediate de-escalation and protection of civilians. Ind

Mans torso in suitcase at Perambur railway station: Wife, her friend arrested for murder

Delhi IYC Takes Down Posters Targeting Rahul Ahead of Oppn Meet

These are cheap political tactics being employed by the BJP, the Aam Aadmi Party, and certain other elements., said a Youth Congress Leader

In J&K, Music Strikes A Chord Against Rising Drug Threat

The musical evening was organised by FICCI FLO Jammu & Kashmir under its 'Jammu Yuva' programme, an initiative aimed at raising awareness about t

At Least 32 Dead, 200 Injured In 7.8 Magnitude Earthquake In Philippines

A few buildings collapsed and key infrastructure sustained quake damage in the city of General Santos, and tsunami damage was reported in at leas

Gujarats New DGP GS Malik Takes Charge, Focuses on Cyber Crime and Drug Control

Gandhinagar, June 8: Gujarats new Director General of Police, Gyanendra Singh Malik, officially took charge on Monday. His priorities include tec

Epstein accusers face relentless harassment; threats and intimidation escalate after identities exposed in Justice Department files

Victims of Jeffrey Epstein face severe threats and harassment. Their identities were exposed in government files, leading to online abuse and rea

Delhi Man Poses As Recruiter, Uses AI To Blackmail Women, Arrested

According to the complaint, the victim received a WhatsApp message from an unknown person who sent her a morphed image of herself.

Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan claims victory in election seen as test of Russias influence

YEREVAN, June 8: Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan early Monday claimed victory in a general election seen as a test of Russias influence i

INDIA bloc meeting: Opposition leaders seek unity, deliberate to redraw strategy

INDIA bloc leaders convened in New Delhi to reinforce unity and strategize against the ruling party. Discussions focused on protecting democratic

Cockroach Janata Party is BJP's C team: Suspended Bareilly city magistrate Alankar Agnihotri

Suspended official Alankar Agnihotri labelled the Cockroach Janata Party the BJP's 'C team'. He also raised concerns about missing funds from Ram

Word of the Day: Paracosm

Word of the Day: Paracosm is far more than a little-known vocabulary term. It captures one of humanitys most remarkable talents, the ability to c

Italian proverb of the day: 'A woman's tongue is her sword, and she rarely...' Life lessons on wit, confidence and power of words

Italian proverb of the day: The saying, A woman's tongue is her sword, and she rarely lets it rust, highlights the power of communication and the

No Phones, No Internet: NEET Re-Exam Paper Setters Kept In Isolation Till June 21

NEET 2026 Re-Exam: A team of teachers and subject experts was constituted nearly 20 days ago to prepare the paper, and has since been kept in com

Nazareth Lalthazuala: From selling vegetables to $100,000 contract, this Mizoram man from a village created history in just 17 sec

Mizoram's Nazareth Lalthazuala, a 22-year-old former vegetable seller, has achieved a remarkable $100,000 ONE Championship contract after a stunn

As Ukraine fights off Russias invasion, some regions see a rise in premature births

ZAPORIZHIA (Ukraine), June 8: When Marharyta Nekhoroshyva first saw her newborn son, she was gripped by fear. Born after just 26 weeks of pregnan

INDIA bloc leaders unanimously demand Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhans resignation

Several top leaders of the Opposition alliance met in New Delhi at the Constitution Club in the backdrop of differences emerging among some of it

New herbicide-tolerant mustard hybrids need diverse farming plans

Deepak Pental, a leading geneticist at the University of Delhi, said the technology must be managed with care to prevent the weeds from evolving

SC upholds National Green Tribunal order that landlord cannot be liable for environmental violations committed by tenant

The Supreme Court has ruled that landlords are not responsible for environmental breaches by their tenants' chemical units. This decision upholds

There is no DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance in Tamil Nadu now: CPI(M)

He criticises former Chief Ministers M.K. Stalin and Edappadi K. Palaniswami for claiming the TVK-led government would not last even one or two m

JAKSON Engineers appoints global energy leader Alexey Ustinov as Independent Director

NEW DELHI, June 8: JAKSON Engineers Ltd (JEL), a part of JAKSON Group, on Monday announced the appointment of Alexey Ustinov to its Board as an I

Khan Sir Faces Arrest Threat Amid Controversy in Patna Coaching Center

Patna, June 8: In a developing situation in Patna, police are actively searching for Khan Sir, following a dispute at a coaching center. A police

Southwest monsoon enters Telangana on June 8, set to cover remaining parts in 2-3 days

U.K. PM Keir Starmer set to ban harmful social media for under-16s

Keir Starmer is said to have decided to proceed with restrictions after speaking to bereaved parents and considering evidence from Australia, whi

Over 58 cr Jan Dhan accounts bring crores of Indians into formal banking system: FM

NEW DELHI, June 5: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said that over 58 crore Jan Dhan accounts have brought crores of Indians into th

Rajya Sabha Chairman accepts TMC MP Sukhendu Sekhar Ray's resignation

Rajya Sabha Chairman C P Radhakrishnan accepted the resignation of TMC member Sukhendu Sekhar Ray. His seat from West Bengal is now vacant. Ray s

NEET-UG 2026 retest: IAF to transport question papers for June 21 medical entrance examination

The NEET-UG, 2026 retest question papers will be transferred by the IAF to 18 Air Force stations across the country, which will later be transpor

Major Reforms in the Coal Sector Under PM Modis Leadership: G. Kishan Reddy

Hyderabad, June 8: Central Minister G. Kishan Reddy stated that significant reforms have taken place in the coal and mining sectors during Prime

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma allocates portfolios to 12 newly inducted ministers

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has allocated portfolios to twelve new ministers. The chief minister kept key departments like Home and

Denmarks Eriksen in Good Spirits After Collapsing During Friendly

The referee called off the match and Eriksen was subsequently taken to hospital, having been shielded by both sets of players as he walked off th

Godrej Industries Group Celebrates Pride@Godrej 2026

New York, Chicago, Los Angeles and more: Why top cities in US are seeing more rats than ever

Rat problems are escalating in major US cities due to modern urban design, not just sanitation. Dense populations, extensive underground infrastr

We don't even know where LIC's office is: Rajesh Exports chief

Distancing himself from LICs investment decisions, Rajesh Mehta said neither he nor other promoters had any role in LICs accumulation of the stoc

Delhi HC directs removal of social media posts against judge over Saidulajab building collapse incident

The Delhi High Court has ordered social media platforms to immediately remove videos targeting a sitting judge. These videos allegedly hold the j

Look Up Tonight: Rare Aurora Display Could Reach Parts of India

The storm is expected to trigger stunning auroras (also called the northern and southern lights) that could be visible much further south than us

Missing B.Tech student from Hyderabad presumed dead after body recovered in Prakasam district well

Personal belongings and other articles recovered from the deceased matched the description and identity details of Rahul. However, officials said

Letter to CJI, resignation of education minister: INDIA bloc meeting concludes with consensus on 5 issues

INDIA bloc leaders met, agreeing to petition the Chief Justice on electoral integrity and demanding the Education Minister's resignation over exa

100 days of Iran war: India must brace for broad-based economic shock

In a volatile turn of events, escalating strikes between Iran and Israel are sending shockwaves that may reach Indias economy. As the specter of

South Korea to overhaul election process after ballot shortage shocks country

South Korea is set to reform its election system following ballot paper shortages during recent local polls. The incident sparked public anger an

Greendot Biopak Pioneers Worlds Premium Home Compostable Stretch Film, Closing the Last Major Gap in Packaging Sustainability

A certified, high-performance alternative to LLDPE stretch film that delivers natural cling and 3x elongation, leaving behind no toxins, no micro

Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (June 8, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Heres the roundup for Monday, June 8, 2026

YAMADA Consulting & Spire Strengthens India Presence With Move to New Gurugram Office Space

Gurugram, Haryana, India Business Wire India

AU Small Finance Bank Brings a Range of Savings Accounts Built for Every Indian Customer

Jet Freight Logistics Limited Secures Investor Commitment of INR 67.37 Crore Through Preferential Warrants

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Business Wire India

Anushka Shankar Shares Uncomfortable Fan Encounter That Shook Her

Mumbai, June 8: Renowned sitar player Anushka Shankar has a long list of fans. However, sometimes these admirers can become a source of trouble.

World Oceans Day 2026: How diving is changing lives in Andamans Karen and Ranchi communities

The ocean has always fed the Karen and Ranchi communities. Now, it is helping them build careers, concrete homes and futures in a way their ances

Rural tap water coverage reaches nearly 82 pc under Jal Jeevan Mission, claims government document

India has achieved remarkable progress in providing tap water to rural households, claims government. The Jal Jeevan Mission has connected millio

24 Indian seafarers seek urgent help after vessel reportedly attacked off Oman coast

Twenty-four Indian seafarers are urgently seeking help after their vessel was reportedly attacked off Oman's coast, near the Strait of Hormuz. Th

Maharashtra Minister Pratap Sarnaik conducts surprise visit at Amravati bus station

India crush Afghanistan by an innings and 300 runs in one-off Test

India crushed Afghanistan by an innings and 300 runs, wrapping up the one-off Test in just three days. Spinners Washington Sundar and Kuldeep Yad

TotalEnergies ENEOS Extends Solar Partnership withCeres in Indonesia

SC Notice to CBSE on Plea to Declare Class 12 Improvement Exam Result

This is about the career of a child, he will miss all his admissions...Whatever it is, burn the midnight oil, the bench remarked orally while dir

Angel Yeast Showcases Yeast-Based Innovations for Animal Nutrition at TUYEM 2026

PMK Leader Urges Tamil Nadu Government to Promote Gangmen to Field Assistant and Wireman Positions

Chennai, June 8: Dr. Anbumani Ramadoss, the president of the PMK and former Union Minister, has urged the Tamil Nadu government and the Tamil Nad