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Flavio Cobolli Makes History by Reaching French Open 2026 Semifinals

Paris, June 4: In a remarkable achievement, Italian tennis player Flavio Cobolli has reached the semifinals of the French Open 2026 for the first

Trump will attend the NATO summit in Turkey in July, Marco Rubio says

US President Donald Trump will attend the NATO summit in Turkey in early July. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed the attendance, easing co

Five Countries, Including Kyrgyzstan, Elected as Non-Permanent Members of the UNSC

New Delhi, June 4: On June 4, the United Nations announced that Austria, Kyrgyzstan, Portugal, Trinidad and Tobago, and Zimbabwe have been electe

Muzaffarpur Hospital Fire Leaves 4 Dead, Toll May Rise; Probe Underway

MUZAFFARPUR, June 3, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran) :A major fire broke out at the private Prasad Hospital in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, resulting in multiple cas

Iran to Play Closed-Door FIFA World Cup Warm-Up Against Mali Before Mexico Departure

The Iranian squad has held two training camps in Antalya since the conflict began and has played three friendly matches during that period, the r

3 Dead After Fire Erupts in Bihar Hospital ICU

Officials fear the toll could rise as rescue and assessment operations continue

Tech CEO Held in US for Supplying Restricted Equipment to Iranian Nuclear and Military Agencies

Ghomi faces a statutory maximum penalty of 20 years in federal prison.

MP Manna Lal Rawat Seeks Reservation for TSP Candidates in Teaching Associate Recruitment

UDAIPUR, June 4, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran) : Member of Parliament Dr. Manna Lal Rawat has written to Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma seeking reservat

Tragic Fire at Prasad Hospital in Muzaffarpur Claims Three Lives

Muzaffarpur, June 4: A devastating fire broke out late Tuesday night at Prasad Hospital, one of the leading private hospitals in North Bihar, cau

Amit Shah to Chair 73rd Session of Northeast Council in Shillong

Shillong, June 4: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will preside over the 73rd full session of the Northeast Council (NEC) in Shillong, the capital o

Anil Kumar, the accidental matchmaker; India as a hub of AI-driven adtech

Read the story of how a PhD in hydrodynamics built an elite matrimonial service. In other news, AI is creating significant opportunities for Indi

From IIT Rank 1 To IPL Stardom: Bihar's Two Teenagers Rewriting The State's Story

Shubham Kumar and Vaibhav Suryavanshi may have chosen different paths, but together they embody the aspirations of an entire generation.

Breaking News Live Updates: Massive fire breaks out in ICU of Prasad Hospital in Bihar, several dead

Three Robbers Arrested in Ghaziabad After Targeting Morning Walkers

Ghaziabad, June 4: The Ghaziabad police have apprehended three robbers who targeted individuals during morning walks. The arrests occurred during

'Negotiations going very well': Trump says Strait of Hormuz to reopen immediately after Iran MoU

Kerala monsoon onset: Why southwest monsoon arrival matters for India

The southwest monsoon onset in Kerala not only impacts local weather patterns but also plays a crucial role in shaping India's food security, agr

Were Still Behind in Ebola Outbreak Even as Testing Improves, WHO Chief Says

While laboratory and diagnostic resources improve for the outbreak, Tedros said the tracing of people who had contact with infected people in Con

Bihar Hospital Fire: 3 killed in massive fire in ICU of Muzaffarpur's Prasad Hospital

A devastating fire erupted in the ICU of Prasad Hospital in Muzaffarpur, Bihar. Firefighting teams responded swiftly and managed to control the b

AI and the new productivity curve for developers

AI is transforming software engineering from end to end, enabling faster development, smarter workflows, and higher productivity across enterpris

100m sprinting: Gurindervir Singh is Indias fastest man, but the finish line is still far away

Gurindervir Singhs national-record, 10.09s, ranks 524th on the all-time list; only 39 countries have broken the 10-second barrier

AI video generation startup TrueFan AI raises $10M Series A funding

The Gurugram-headquartered startup builds AI generated video content for enterprises. It plans to use the funds on international expansion, AI in

West Asia war LIVE: Israel, Lebanon agree to implement ceasefire

Trump says he wants to separate talks on Lebanon and the war in Iran; Tehran warns that any attack on Beirut would trigger a full-scale resumptio

Morning Digest: Irans FM warns any attack on Beirut will trigger full-scale resumption of war; Delhi Hotel owner arrested after Malviya Nagar fire kills 21, and more

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Iran's Guards deny deadly attack on Kuwait airport, blame American Patriot System error

Iran's Revolutionary Guards denied responsibility on Wednesday for an attack on Kuwait's international airport that officials said left an Indian

Quote of the Day by Nelson Mandela: I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it... Could the secret to greatness be conquering fear rather than avoiding it? Discover the timeless wisdom of courage, resilience, leadership, and personal growth from the legendary author of Long Walk to Freedom

Quote of the Day by Nelson Mandela: I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. This powerful Nelson Mandela quo

Iran FM says 'no tangible progress' in talks but Trump says deal close

Middle East war negotiations face setbacks as Iran reports no tangible progress. Renewed US and Iranian strikes have strained a fragile ceasefire

North Korea unveils a new plant to produce fuel for nuclear weapons

North Korea has revealed a new facility for producing nuclear bomb fuels. Leader Kim Jong Un announced plans to significantly increase the countr

Iran Says It Targeted American Vessel In Sea Of Oman, US Dismisses Claim

According to a report by the Iranian news agency Tasnim, the vessel was struck as it neared Iran's territorial waters in the Sea of Oman.

Corner Office Conversation: Habil Khorakiwala on India's First FDA-Approved Antibiotic

Trump confirms attendance at G7 Summit in France this month

President Donald Trump will attend the G7 summit in France. He will depart immediately after hosting UFC World Championship fights at the White H

US House votes for measure that would end Iran war, in blow to Trump

The U.S. House of Representatives voted to block President Donald Trump from continuing the war against Iran. This marks a rare bipartisan effort

Epic Fury Is Over: Marco Rubio Says US No Longer Conducting Iran Strikes

The US-Israeli war, which Washington dubbed Operation Epic Fury, has engulfed the entire Middle East since the first strikes on Iran on February

Chinese proverb of the day: 'A man thinks that he knows it, but his wife...' Life lessons on marriage, relationships, intelligence, knowledge, and why it is always essential to listen to your partner's thoughts

Chinese proverb of the day highlights an old saying that explores marriage, relationships, intelligence, knowledge, wisdom, emotional understandi

Oil Price Prediction: Oil prices climb toward $100 as US stocks end record rally

Oil price prediction remains a major topic for investors as oil prices moved closer to $100 per barrel following renewed tensions involving the U

J&K Bank wins gold at Finacle Innovation Awards for AI-driven analytics platform

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, June 3: The J&K Bank has won the gold award at the Finacle Innovation Awards 2026 in the category of Modern Tec

AM unveils all-new MG Majestor in Jammu

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 3: Setting a new benchmark in the premium SUV segment, AM unveiled the much-awaited MG Majestor, in a functio

Mother Dairy launches new naturally degradable milk pouches

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, June 3: Mother Dairy, one of Indias largest dairy brands today launched the countrys first naturally degradabl

Quote of the day by Bruce Lee: 'The successful warrior is the average man, with...' Life lessons on struggle, hard work and human nature by popular American-born film actor

Quote of the day by Bruce Lee highlights the importance of focus, discipline, hard work, struggle, perseverance and determination. Bruce Lees wor

Cabinet backs ordinance to ease tax rules for foreign investors in some securities

The Union Cabinet has recommended an ordinance to ease tax rules for foreign investors in certain securities, aiming to strengthen the rupee. Thi

IRS tax refund news June 2026: Which taxpayers qualify for delayed refunds and when could payments arrive?

More than $3,400 is the projected average IRS tax refund for many eligible filers this year, making tax refund updates one of the most searched f

African proverb of the day: 'Differences between husband and wife should not...' Life lessons from Somalian proverb on conflicts, privacy, resolution, gossip, discretion, relationships, and why one should never bring marital disagreements in open

African proverb of the day highlights the importance of privacy in marriage and relationships. The Somalian proverb, Differences between husband

NC legislators to protest in New Delhi to seek restoration of statehood

MLAs give vent to their grievances; DyCM, Satish become main target Fayaz Bukhari SRINAGAR, June 3: The ruling National Conference (NC) Legislatu

Shah to review Shri Amarnath yatra arrangements with LG, top officials in New Delhi on June 8

MHA top brass, CAPF, Intelligence heads to join meeting Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, June 3: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will hold high-level meeting

Budgams Wagoora Panchayat wins National Panchayat Award 2025

*Ranks 3rd among 2.5 lakh Panchayats across India Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, June 3: In a landmark achievement for rural Jammu & Kashmir,

South Africa Minister meets Dr Jitendra, seeks to scale up bilateral cooperation

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, June 3 : India and South Africa today agreed to scale up bilateral cooperation in future technologies, with Ar

Sensex, Nifty end lower as IT stocks drag markets

Spike in oil prices Mumbai, June 3: Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed lower on Wednesday after a days breather, dragged by heavy selling

Several foreigners among 21 killed in massive fire at Delhi hotel

40 rescued, death toll may rise NEW DELHI, June 3: A massive fire broke out in a hotel in a congested bylane in south Delhis Malviya Nagar area o

CS reviews preparedness for rollout of VB-G RAM G across J&K

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, June 3: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level review meeting to assess the preparedness of t

Rupee falls 40 paise against US dollar

Mumbai, June 3: The rupee depreciated 40 paise to close at 95.76 against the US dollar on Wednesday, after the US Trade Representative proposed a

SEC reviews preparedness for Panchayat, DDC elections with officials of Jammu division

Manual book being updated for final publication Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 3: State Election Commissioner (SEC) Shantmanu today reviewed

Tobacco use falls from 39 to 30% among J&K men

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, June 3: Tobacco consumption has declined significantly in J&K over the past five years, according to the latest

Centre sanctions Rs 500 cr for CUK expansion: VC

AICTE clears BTech, MTech, MBA for 2026-27 Irfan Tramboo SRINAGAR, June 3: The Central University of Kashmir (CUK) has received Rs 500-crore infr

CIK raids in Kashmir in terror related case

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, June 3: The Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) today conducted searches at eight locations across six districts

Serve with dedication: IGP Jammu to 2024 batch PSIs

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 3: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Jammu Zone, Bhim Sen Tuti, today held an interaction with the Probationa

Flex-fuel vehicles practical solution to reduce crude imports: Hardeep Singh Puri

Despite US Diplomatic Efforts, Israeli Army Says No Ceasefire In Lebanon

The Israeli army's chief of staff, Eyal Zamir, has asserted that there is effectively no ceasefire in Lebanon, despite continuous efforts by US P

Public sector bank accounts not needed for re-evaluation fee: CBSE

CBSE has clarified that students applying for Class XII answer sheet verification and re-evaluation can use various online payment options, not j

Rubio warns of Ukraine war 'escalation' risk

The remarks came after Ukrainian drones struck energy infrastructure in Russia's second-largest city, St. Petersburg, an attack Kyiv called retal

Chonchongipa koela akolrangko chalaina mamongni rachakaniko sengkuenga: CM

SHILLONG: Adoko chonchongipa koela akolrangkoba chalaina gita mamong sorkario molmolatani jaman namgipa aganchakanirangko mansoaha indiba mamong

Sianggipa lineman-na gong 52,000-ko compensation dake onanina FKJGP jegala

TURA: Reanggipa May-ni 26 tariko, Edenbari jolo bijoli tariengmiting somoio, ranggitik bijoli salako mane siangna nanggipa MePDCL-ni lineman Dalb

UK foreign secretary arrives in India for talks with PM Modi, EAM Jaishankar

UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper is in India for her inaugural official visit, aiming to mitigate economic impacts of current conflicts and bol

South Garo Hills ajani CAU-KVK, Khet Bachao Abhiyan

South Garo Hills ajani CAU-KVK, Khet Bachao Abhiyan campaign-ko abachengatenga.

Thathar Bridge Ordeal

It has been nearly a month since a portion of the bridge at Thathar in Bantalab collapsed, and there has been no response from the authorities. F

PSA slapped on habitual bovine smuggler

Excelsior Correspondent KISHTWAR, June 3: District Magistrate Kishtwar, Pankaj Kumar Sharma, has ordered preventive detention of Mohd Saleem, son

District Table Tennis Cship commences

Excelsior Sports Correspondent UDHAMPUR, June 3: The District Level Table Tennis Tournament under the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan was comm

Vehicle plunges into gorge, one killed

Excelsior Correspondent RAMBAN, June 3: A man lost his life after the vehicle he was driving veered off the road and plunged into a deep gorge al

Udhampur hosts District-Level Inter-Zonal athletics meet for girls

Excelsior Sports Correspondent UDHAMPUR, June 3: The District Level Inter-Zonal tournament for U/14 and U/17 Girls continued with great enthusias

Dead body of missing girl recovered

Excelsior Correspondent POONCH, June 3: The dead body of 13-years-old missing girl, was today recovered by police from the river in Sathra area i

Jodhamal student shines at Global Innovation Summit in USA

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 3: Jodhamal Public School student Amaay Gupta has brought international recognition to Jammu and India by win

MLAs review development, restoration works in Udhampur

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, June 3: Members of the Legislative Assembly from District Udhampur today chaired a district-level appraisal and

Khatana asks students to become ambassadors of Nasha Mukt Abhiyaan

Excelsior Correspondent BUDGAM, June 3: Senior BJP leader and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), nominated Gulam Ali Khatana, today participated

Congress to cadre: Ignore CJP, focus on NEET-CBSE stir

Congress plans to intensify its agitation on NEET-CBSE controversies over the next fortnight, urging members to focus on student and youth issues

Opposition Struggles with Candidates Ahead of Maharashtra Legislative Council Elections

Mumbai, June 4: The political atmosphere in Maharashtra is heating up as the Legislative Council elections approach on June 18. Shiv Sena leader

After PM Modis nudge, mantris carpool to reach cabinet meet at Seva Teerth

Several Union ministers carpooled to a cabinet meeting at Seva Teerth. This follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call to reduce vehicle fleets.

Gold and Silver Prices Plummet by Over 1,200 and 3,700 Respectively

New Delhi, June 4: Gold and silver prices experienced a significant decline on Wednesday, with both precious metals dropping by more than 1,200 a

PM Modi: Nepal is India's priority partner

Bihar Expands Medical Aid Eligibility to Annual Income of Four Lakhs

Patna, June 4: The Bihar government has announced that individuals with an annual income of up to four lakhs will now be eligible for medical ass

On June 10, Modi will break Nehrus record of longest elected PM stint

Narendra Modi is set to become the longest-serving unbroken head of government in India, surpassing Jawaharlal Nehru on June 10. Modi's tenure, b

Why do humans take so long to grow up compared to other animals and how brain evolution reshaped human development and survival today?

Humans take nearly 18 to 25 years to reach full maturity, far longer than most mammals. This slow human growth is driven by brain evolution, high

Trump Faces Setback As US House Passes Resolution To End Iran War

Iran War: The resolution, adopted with four members of Trump's Republican Party joining Democrats, was largely symbolic, as the US president can

Punes Pimpri-Chinchwad Faces Action Against Main Accused in Toxic Liquor Case

Pune, June 4: The toxic liquor case that has shaken Punes Pimpri-Chinchwad area has escalated for the main accused, Gurumangal Singh Colonel Sing

If TMC splits, speaker's role key in recognising 'real party'

Trinamool Congress faces a significant crisis with a faction claiming majority MLA support. The West Bengal assembly speaker's role is crucial in

ED Summons Abhishek Banerjee in Bengal School Recruitment Scam Investigation

Kolkata, June 4: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has issued a summons to Abhishek Banerjee as part of its investigation into the high-profile sc

SC: Cops abusing authority must be dealt with sternly

The Supreme Court sternly stated that police officers abusing their position must face strict consequences, as normal presumptions for accused in

Can bar overqualified person from job: SC

The Supreme Court ruled that individuals with qualifications exceeding the maximum prescribed for a job can be disqualified. This decision aims t

Strengthening Democracy Through Audit: Vice Presidents Insights

New Delhi, June 4: Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan launched a book titled When Audit Matters: CAG Interventions That Made a Difference, edited

Spanish proverb of the day: 'When a man is in love, he acts like a child. But when a woman is in love, she...' Life lessons on innocence, vulnerability, playfulness, dependency, care, protection, and why love can make a person change his behavior

Spanish proverb of the day explores how love can change human behavior. The proverb explains that a man in love may become vulnerable and playful

Remembering Nutan: The Iconic Journey of a Bollywood Legend

Mumbai, June 4: Nutan is a name that resonates deeply in the Indian film industry. Renowned for her exceptional acting skills and simplicity, she

Winds of change in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu may steady NDA's ship in Parliament

The BJP-led NDA sees a smoother legislative path as key opposition rivals TMC and DMK face internal challenges. A split within TMC and DMK's stra

Wipro Identifies AI Adoption as Major Business Risk Amid Legal and Financial Challenges

New Delhi, June 4: Wipro, a leading IT company in India, has highlighted the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) as a significant business r