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Jill Biden says she wanted to keep diamond gifted by PM Modi

The ring went into a warehouse along with an infinitude of other presidential gifts, many of which are simply destroyed.

US government defends White House ballroom as national security project

US president Donald Trumps lawyers argue that the ballroom has critical security features to guard against a range of threats, such as drones, ba

Taiwan zoo receives endangered red pandas from China amid cross-strait tensions

Taipei will send white-handed gibbons to Shanghai as part of the exchange, the Taipei Times said.

US strikes Iranian radar sites after intercepting drones near Strait of Hormuz

Kuwaits foreign ministry called it blatant act of aggression, and asked for a ceasefire.

Major Accident Averted in Rudraprayag: Five Passengers Rescued from Car Plunge

Rudraprayag, June 7: A significant road accident was narrowly avoided early Sunday morning in Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. A Mahindra XUV 7

Abhijeet Dipke leads Cockroach Janta Partys first offline protest in Delhi

Cockroach Janta Party gives education minister seven-day ultimatum: Quit or we march

Wont accept Ramalinga Reddys resignation: Karnataka CM

Shivakumar stressed that the matter would be addressed within the party and government rather than being allowed to escalate further.

RBI Keeps Repo Rate Steady, Home Loan EMIs Remain Unchanged in June

New Delhi, June 7: Buying a home remains a significant dream for many, but rising property prices make it challenging without a home loan. For th

Why did riots break out in Southampton? | Explained

Why did protests erupt months after a murder? How have Sikhs reacted? What are the debates about the kirpan?

From house demolition to mosquito releases: The weeks strangest stories

After a night of drinking, American Erik Pierwaza is enraged because his wife demands a divorce. He then breaks their family house down with an e

Pope Leo XIV backs USA team ahead of FIFA World Cup

Pope Leo is currently on a week-long visit to Spain and the Canary Islands as preparations continue for the start of the expanded 48-team FIFA Wo

Payment Delays in TV Industry: A Major Challenge for Artists, Says Kishori Shahane

Mumbai, June 7: Actress Kishori Shahane has shared her views on the long-standing issue of payment delays in the television industry. The star of

How a three-time NEET aspirant became a protester for a few hours

Follow Gautam Tamboliya, a three-time NEET aspirant, as he transforms from student to protester fighting for educational accountability.

Major Crackdown on Public Drinking in Greater Noida: 366 Arrested

Greater Noida, June 7: The Gautam Budh Nagar Police Commissionerate has launched a significant campaign against the consumption of alcohol and ot

Major Government Fund Scam Uncovered: CBI Raids Six Locations, Evidence of Official Collusion Found

New Delhi, June 7: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken significant action in a case involving the embezzlement of government fund

Encounter actions in U.P. undermining criminal justice system, making society barbaric, says former U.P. top police officials

Sulkhan Singh, a former Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police (DGP) said through encounters the State is normalizing violence, ultimately crea

Relieve Neck and Back Pain with Gomukhasana: Improve Your Posture

New Delhi, June 7: International Yoga Day is just 15 days away, set to be celebrated on June 21 worldwide. In this context, the Ministry of AYUSH

NAC-AP wins dual honours at IINA Awards 2026

The awards, presented by Dinesh Sharma, Member of Parliament and former Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, recognises contributions to the n

TDP announces three candidates for Rajya Sabha elections

The TDP stated that the selections were made with a focus on social engineering and dedication and loyalty to the party and to encourage young le

June 8 Panchang: Kalashtami and Monthly Krishna Ashtami with Auspicious Timings

New Delhi, June 7: Every month, the Krishna Paksha Ashtami is known as Kalashtami or Monthly Krishna Ashtami. This year, the Ashtami Tithi falls

Indian Households Pay Among Lowest LPG Rates in World: Centre

The ministry said the increase was necessitated by a sharp rise in international LPG prices triggered by disruptions in West Asia

Iran Condemns Attacks on Nuclear Sites at IAEA Meeting

New Delhi, June 7: At the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors meeting, Iran raised concerns over attacks on its nuclear

'Start your job search with...': American billionaire Mark Cuban shares career advice to graduates in the AI era, explains how to find better opportunities

American billionaire Mark Cuban urges recent graduates to target small businesses for career starts, predicting they'll lead AI-driven job growth

James Higginbotham: American college student who disappeared after arguing with mother over ChatGPT found dead in Japan

James Higginbotham update: Tragedy has struck the Higginbotham family as their son, 20-year-old Auburn University student James Weston Higginboth

Indian Womens 4x100m Relay Team Shines at New Taipei Athletics Open

New Delhi, June 7: The Indian womens 4100 meter relay team delivered an outstanding performance at the New Taipei Athletics Open on Saturday. The

IDFC First Bank-AU Finance Bank fraud case: CBI conducts searches at six locations

The searches were carried out on Friday (June 5, 2026) as part of an ongoing probe into the alleged misappropriation of funds parked with IDFC Fi

Malayalam Cinema Mourns the Loss of Veteran Actor Salim Kumar

Kochi, June 7: Renowned Malayalam actor and National Award winner Salim Kumar passed away on Saturday night at approximately 10:45 PM in a privat

Four Motorcycle Thieves Arrested in Encounter with Police in Hardoi

Hardoi, June 7: In a significant operation, police in Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, arrested four notorious motorcycle thieves during an encoun

Expired dates? Young Indians face dating burnout despite spending more on finding love

Amid the bustling life of young urban Indians, an ironic trend emerges: individuals thriving in their careers are still finding themselves romant

US Lawmakers Warn of Economic Threats from GPS Attacks

Washington, June 7: US lawmakers issued a stark warning this week about the potential economic fallout from a successful attack on the Global Pos

World's most contagious disease detected in California wastewater: Key signs of virus and symptoms you should watch

Measles outbreak: California health officials are alarmed by the detection of measles in wastewater, coinciding with the state's worst outbreak i

LPG Cylinder Prices Rise by 29 in New Delhi

New Delhi, June 7: Government oil companies have once again increased the prices of LPG gas cylinders. The price of a 14.2-kilogram domestic LPG

Greater Noida Police Launches Major Campaign Against Public Drinking, 366 Arrested

Greater Noida, June 7: The Gautam Buddh Nagar Police Commissionerate has initiated a special campaign targeting individuals consuming alcohol in

Why did Supreme Court back curbs on online gaming? | Explained

What were the two sets of appeals concerning the regulation and taxation of online gaming platforms in front of the Court? What were the main obj

BJP Leaders Extend Birthday Wishes to Cabinet Minister Sanjay Nishad

Lucknow, June 7: BJP leaders, including Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, have extended their birthday wishes to Sanjay Nishad, the national presid

Janhvi Kapoor's Leaked Chats Spark Fresh Peddi Debate

Neither Janhvi Kapoor nor the makers of Peddi have officially commented on the alleged screenshots

Thousands Participate in Sunday on Cycle Rally in New Delhi, Minister Advocates Daily Cycling

New Delhi, June 7: In celebration of World Bicycle Day, the Fit India Sunday on Cycle event took place at the JLN Stadium. The event saw particip

Plea In Gauhati High Court Raises Concerns Over Assam's Growing Debt

The bench has directed the state authorities to submit their reply before the next hearing, which has been fixed for September 16.

Bigger and longer, but not better

Devotees Flock to Mahakaleshwar Temple for Divine Bhasma Aarti

Ujjain, June 7: A massive crowd of devotees gathered at the world-renowned Mahakaleshwar Temple to participate in the Bhasma Aarti on the occasio

Jill Bidens Dilemma: Returning the Diamond Gift from PM Modi

Washington, June 7: Former First Lady Dr. Jill Biden recently revealed her desire to keep a diamond gifted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Howev

Shut but open | T.N.s closure of liquor shops

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

Domestic LPG prices increased by Rs 29, second hike amid ongoing Middle East crisis

Global Food Security Day: Leaders from Rajasthan, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh Extend Greetings

New Delhi, June 7: On the occasion of Global Food Security Day, Chief Ministers, Deputy Chief Ministers, and Ministers from Rajasthan, Bihar, and

Opposition Strikes Back as LPG Cylinder Prices Rise in India

New Delhi, June 7: The opposition in India is once again targeting the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) following a hike in domestic LPG cylin

News in Frames | Trickle of freshwater just off the salty sea

Pits dug on the beach serve as freshwater source for fishing villages near Mimisal in Pudukottai, Tamil Nadu; residents say they are a surviving

SpaceX IPO is really Elon Musks gamble to save his empire

The company is targeting a $75 billion raise at a valuation of $1.75-2 trillion

Among those most educated ... : Elon Musk flags Indias falling fertility rate

India's fertility rate has slipped beneath the 2.1 children per woman threshold, with a majority of states now reflecting this trend. Elon Musk p

West Asia war LIVE: U.S. says it destroyed two Iran drones targeting Hormuz shipping

Pakistans Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi reached Tehran on Saturday (June 6, 2026) to push for peace amidst rising tensions

Quote of the Day by Carl Jung: The meeting of two personalities is like the contact of two chemical substances: if there is any reaction, both are transformed

Carl Jung's profound quote, The meeting of two personalities is like the contact of two chemical substances: if there is any reaction, both are t

Trump Administrations AI Advisor Shriram Krishnan Resigns to Tackle Major Challenges Ahead

Washington, June 7: Shriram Krishnan, one of the most prominent Indian-American technology advisors in the Trump administration, is set to leave

Kimi Antonelli's Magic Lap Beats Max Verstappen to Pole at Monaco Grand Prix

Antonelli saved his best for last to beat Max Verstappen of Red Bull by just 0.043 of a second

Grace Dangmei Announces Retirement from International Football After SAFF Championship Victory

Madgaon, June 7: Veteran forward Grace Dangmei announced her retirement from international football on Saturday, marking the end of her remarkabl

UP Police Loyal To Government, Not Constitution: Allahabad High Court

Justice Vinod Diwakar said the feudal mindset of politicians and bureaucrats in the state has long reduced constitutional governance to an instru

FIFA World Cup 2026 poses biggest security challenge for U.S, Canada, Mexico. Is Donald Trump administration ready to host global soccer event safely in North America?

FIFA World Cup 2026 is arguably the biggest security test for Donald Trump administration. Is the United States of America ready for the soccer e

Lobo Lobo and VIVA

Wow, youve signed up Inter Milan, how did you manage to get an Italian team?

The Chandala in the Vedas

The term gains far greater frequency and elaboration in later Dharmashastra literature as the doctrine of untouchability was endorsed forcefully.

Galleries, studios, cafes: Bangkok Art and Culture Centre provides multiple stimuli for creativity

In this photo essay, we feature more visual highlights from the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre.

Investor appetite rebounds after a dull week; Mumbais local train app

The first week of June came as a relief for the Indian startup ecosystem as venture capital funding bounced back after touching a new low.

Bitcoin Price today: BTC trades over $61,000-mark after Cryptocurrency fell to historic low. Are gold, AI stocks to be blamed for world's largest crypto crash?

Bitcoin BTC Price: Cryptocurrency saw its peak after becoming market favourite since the re-election of US President Donald Trump.

Iran War Live News Updates: US says it shot down two Iranian drones threatening Hormuz shipping

North Korean leaders sister says nuclear programme absolutely non-negotiable: Yonhap

North Korea has long insisted on its right to a nuclear weapon and ballistic missile programmes, although they are forbidden under the terms of U

Indian Man Reacts to 'Rs 7,200 Per Kg' Bhindi In US Store Sold As 'Premium Snack'

The viral video highlights the steep markup on many Indian vegetables in US stores.

At His Baby's Funeral, Palestinian Father Refuses To Absolve Israel

A Palestinian father burying his infant son, killed by Israeli troops in the occupied West Bank, refused to believe on Saturday that it...

Domestic LPG Cylinder Prices Up By Rs 29: Check Cost In Your City

The cost to supply a 14.2-kilogram cylinder has risen to around Rs 1,600-1,700 amid the Middle East conflict.

Udaipur Power Cut on June 7: Supply to Remain Suspended in Several Areas

Udaipur, June 7 (Udaipur Kiran): Power supply will remain suspended in several areas of Udaipur on Saturday due to scheduled electricity maintena

North Korea calls US push for its denuclearization an 'anachronistic dreams'

North Korea's Kim Yo Jong dismissed U.S. denuclearization calls as anachronistic dreams, vowing to expand the nation's nuclear arsenal amid perce

Belmont Stakes 2026 winners, prize money: Golden Tempo bags historic third leg of Triple Crown after winning Kentucky Derby, missing Preakness Stakes. All about trainer Cherie DeVaux, jockey Jose Ortiz

Golden Tempo paid $14 to win, $7.32 to place and $3.88 to show. Commandment paid $7.02 to show and $4.08 to place, while Renegade the Derby runn

Armenia prepares for an election that could reshape ties with Moscow and the West

Armenia's parliamentary elections are a pivotal vote on its geopolitical future, with Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan seeking closer EU and US tie

Multiple Injured in Shooting Near Ohio Festival, Authorities Say

Officers on the scene found multiple people shot and many victims were taken to hospitals, the department said in a statement

Domestic LPG Prices Raised By Rs 29, Second Hike Since US-Iran War Started

The price of a 14.2-kg LPG cylinder in Delhi will rise to Rs 942 from Rs 913 with effect from June 7, according to industry sources.

Arrest Liquor Shop Leakages: Vijay's Big Crackdown On 'Party Fund' System

Senior government sources said Vijay was informed that nearly Rs 102 crore was allegedly being diverted every month through unofficial party fund

U.S. eyes Iranian assets for Gulf allies reconstruction, source says

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has also directed a team to assess costs for damage already inflicted on Gulf allies by Iran, the source sa

Iran accuses US of 'vindictive behavior' with visa denials

The Iran Football Federation accuses the United States of vindictive behavior after 14 managerial and administrative members were denied U.S. vis

Trump faces new Republican resistance in Congress as midterm pressures build

Republican lawmakers are increasingly breaking with President Trump, rebuking his policies on Iran, funding, and domestic spying. Despite Democra

A simmering SE Asia lessons for India

Harsha Kakar kakarharsha@gmail.com Tensions in SE Asia were visible at the Shangri La dialogue in Singapore last month. SE Asia has witnessed inc

Just Deserts

Vishal Sharma Schools had closed for the day and big yellow coloured school buses and mini vans have begun transporting school kids back home. Su

An ode to the men who chose to believe

Poonam Singh Jamwal This year, I complete thirty-five years in the corporate world. Thirty-five years of pushing boundaries, driving myself beyon

Morning Digest: Domestic LPG price hiked by 29 per 14.2-kg cylinder; CJP warns of nationwide agitation if Dharmendra Pradhan not removed in seven days, and more

Here is a select list of stories to start the day.

Washington politicians hunt for stake in AI boom

It was perhaps a surprising private overture from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman to Sen. Bernie Sanders. The meeting between the two had come just after t

Is undisclosed use of generative AI morally wrong?

Imagine you have used a generative artificial intelligence (AI) tool such as ChatGPT to tidy up notes you took while in a meeting. Your colleague

Half of bookshops in Australia closed within decade. Who will rescue them?

In the past year alone, at least 13 independent bookshops have closed in Australia. Some have operated for decades. Perths Boffins Books recently

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai: Confusion and classic David Dhawan entertainment

Cast: Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur, Pooja Hegde, Maniesh Paul, Jimmy Sheirgill, Chunky Panday Director: David Dhawanj Stars: ****.5 (4.5 stars) So

Swift, Travis Kelce planning Madison Square Garden wedding

Pop superstar Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce are reportedly set to marry at New York Citys iconic Madison Square Garden, according to mul

Beaufort Castle | Besieged history

A 12th-century hilltop castle has emerged as a key strategic flashpoint in Israels war with Hezbollah in occupied southern Lebanon

Peddi director responds to backlash over Janhvis objectification in film

Responding to the backlash over Janhvi Kapoors objectification in his rural sports drama Peddi, featuring actor Ram Charan in the lead, the films

Rahul, Gill tons help India dominate Afghanistan on opening day

Mullanpur, June 6: KL Rahuls poise and Shubman Gills panache produced contrasting centuries as Indias formidable batting line-up posted 368 for t

Kyiv targets St Petersburg after Putin rejects Zelenskyys offer

St Petersburg, June 6: Residents of St Petersburg were told not to leave their homes after a large-scale Ukrainian drone attack targeted Russias

Multiple people have been shot near a festival in Toledo, Ohio, authorities say

Many victims have been taken to nearby hospitals, police said; police did not provide further details on the injuries and how many people were sh

India eves beat Bdesh 3-1 to win SAFF Cships title for sixth time

Margao, June 6: India clinched the SAFF Womens Championships football title for the sixth time and first after seven years with a dominant 3-1 wi