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Piyush Goyal Launches UPI in France, Simplifying Digital Payments for Indian Tourists

New Delhi, June 16: Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal launched the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) at the renowned Galeries Lafa

Four Ugandan Women Detained After Assault Complaint in Vizag

Police verify visa status, alert FRRO as inquiry into foreigners continues

International Yoga Day 2026: What Indians Are Looking For From Yoga Today

Moving across multiple teachers and teaching styles within a single session, participants are encouraged to stay present, adapt quickly and maint

PM Modi Advocates for Trust and Equality at G-7 Summit

Evian, June 16: At the G-7 summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized Indias commitment to a Humanity First approach, advocating for global

VMC Chief Stresses Quality at Anna Canteens

He instructed officials to closely monitor canteen operations and promptly address public grievances

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke meets father of NEET aspirant who committed suicide

CWC acknowledges query on M-CADWM pipeline proposal favouring electrically-operated pumping system

CM Releases CBN@361 Degrees Polymath in Singapore Receives Global Award

CBN@361 Degrees traces CMs vision, reforms and development-focused approach

Rotten lettuce, expired unlabelled vegetables among violations found at Subway outlet in Hyderabads Kondapur area

What to expect as PM Modi attends G7 summit 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is attending the G7 Summit 2026 as a partner country leader, engaging in key bilateral meetings and discussions on g

CM urges Kishan Reddy to intervene in stalled HMR take over loan

Fit India Cyclothon Kicks Off in Mumbai Ahead of International Yoga Day

Mumbai, June 16: The nation is gearing up for the 12th International Yoga Day celebrations on June 21. On Wednesday morning, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviy

Renault teams up with Thales to boost France's drone production

Renault will manufacture military drones for Thales. Production of 1,000 units monthly is set to begin next year. This partnership aims to boost

Two More Arrested in the Murder Case of Ghazipur Hoteliers Son

Ghazipur, June 16: Two additional arrests have been made in the murder case of a hoteliers son in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh. Last month, 29-year-ol

Traffic Awareness Drive at Samsung Office

Officials briefed employees about the importance of road safety and responsible driving

Why India is spending 91,000 crore on Great Nicobar | The Climate Economy

Indias Great Nicobar Project is moving closer to reality. What began as a proposal for a transshipment port has evolved into a massive plan invol

Valparai accident due to negligent driving by driver, says report

Southern Railway GM assures early augmentation of Mettupalayam-Coimbatore MEMU service with 12 coaches

SEAL Ashram Launches Mumbai Rescunite 2026 to Rescue people Living on Street

He said on the first day, June 16, volunteers rescued nine people from various locations in Bandra suburb and brought them to the Ashram, he adde

Ritabrata says he has support of 65 Trinamool MLAs, dares rivals to take floor test

MLAs backing Mamata Banerjee not invited to the Business Advisory Committee meeting convened by Speaker

Ahead of Legislative Council polls, Congress to hold mock voting training for its legislators at a resort

Remembering Chaudhary Brahm Prakash: A Tribute by Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta

New Delhi, June 16: Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta paid tribute to the first Chief Minister of the national capital, Chaudhary Brahm Praka

Vehicle Carrying Dharmasthala SIT Officials Overturns Near Charmadi

The accident occurred in the afternoon when the Innova vehicle carrying the officials overturned on the National Highway near Charmadi.

Domestic Workers Seek Housing, Health Cover

Thousands demand social security, labour rights and better working conditions

Himachal Pradesh to Gain 100 Crore Units of Electricity Annually from Kishau Project: CM Sukhu

New Delhi, June 16: The Himachal Pradesh government has announced a significant breakthrough regarding the long-pending Kishau multipurpose dam p

Major Arms Recovery in Bihars Naxal-Affected Gaya District

Patna, June 16: Security forces have achieved another significant success in the Naxal-affected Gaya district of Bihar. During a joint search ope

Lokesh Hears Public Grievances on 90th Day of Praja Darbar

They requested immediate intervention to ensure the project is taken up at the earliest.

'PLANNED ATTACKS were stopped cold!': FBI thwarts drone-sniper plot targeting White House UFC event

Illegal Hookah Centres Raided in Malkajgiri

Officials said strict legal action would be taken against anyone found violating regulations, including criminal cases and seizure of materials

ASCI Engages Hyderabads Advertising Ecosystem Through Agency 3.0 Forum

Convened by Harmony, a business operating system for agencies, the event centred on the idea that the agency business is entering its third major

Southwest Monsoon Weak Over AP; 13 Districts Facing Deficit Rainfall

Among the districts which also received excess rainfall are NTR, Guntur, Bapatla, Palnadu, Kurnool, Nandyal, and Sri Sathya Sai.

Wipro opens Applied AI Center of Excellence (CoE) for Claude models powered by Anthropic

England Women vs Ireland Women T20 World Cup Live Score Updates, 2026: When will the toss take place?

Indore Metro Rail Project Revised To Rs 19,472.29 Crore, Gets Approval By Mohan Yadav Cabinet

The state cabinet, which met under the chairmanship of chief minister Mohan Yadav, on Tuesday approved the revised Indore metro rail project budg

Yogi Adityanath to Visit Ayodhya Amid Ram Temple Donation Controversy

Lucknow, June 16: Amid the ongoing controversy surrounding alleged misappropriation of funds for the Ram Temple, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yog

Switch to Other Crops a Tough Task for Farmers

Say no to paddy easier said than done

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Varjyam: 8.59 pm to 10.27 pm

Domestic workers demand grievance redressal mechanism, consultation on draft Bill

Noting that a weaker version of the Draft Billwas discussed in the Cabinet recently, the union demanded that a consultation on the Bill in Kannad

India-A faces tough task against upbeat Afghanistan-A

Indialooks to iron out batting flaws against the Netherlands

Manhole Collapses, Sewage Spills in Khairatabad

The MD ordered officials to identify manholes that frequently overflow and mark them with red paint

AP Will Issue 1 Crore Land Passbooks by Year-End, Says Minister Anam

Speaking at the regional-level celebrations organised in Nellore to mark the completion of two years of the NDA government.

Forget the internet, there's a hidden superhighway under your feet, and it's almost a billion Sun trips long

Forget the internet, there's a hidden superhighway under your feet, and it's almost a billion Sun trips long and scientists have now mapped this

Severe Winds and Hailstorm Cause Damage in Sopore, Kashmir

Srinagar, June 16: Severe winds and hailstorms on Tuesday led to significant damage in the Sopore area of Kashmir, with several roofs blown off h

Anil Kumar Challenges Akhilesh Yadav on IIT Establishments in Uttar Pradesh

Muzaffarnagar, June 16: Uttar Pradesh Minister Anil Kumar has emphasized the state governments commitment to transparency, development, and good

Richa attributes her development to WPL exposure

G7 Urges Strong Global Response to Ebola Outbreak

The outbreak in DRC has yet to peak and could take a year to contain, the Red Cross warned on Tuesday.

She didn't follow a strict diet, join a gym or use protein supplements. But her before-and-after photos left her stunned

A young woman achieved significant weight loss without gyms or crash diets. She focused on walking 10,000 steps daily and eating home-cooked vege

Slavic genes are taking over: Barron Trumps new look at UFC Freedom 250 gets netizens talking

GIC Re stake sale oversubscribed 3.72 times, govt. to exercise green shoe option

Spanish proverb of the day: There is no evil from which... - Turn pain into purpose: Timeless wisdom and valuable life lessons hidden within every challenge you face and overcome

Spanish proverb of the day: It reminds us that difficult moments often carry unexpected value. Challenges teach perspective. Failure reveals oppo

Gurugram Police Detain 13 Bangladeshi Nationals for Illegal Residency

Gurgaon, June 16: Gurugram police have detained 13 Bangladeshi nationals during an operation targeting illegal immigrants in the city. Addressing

'Hasn't stopped anything': Telegram CEO Pavel Durov on ban before NEET re-test

Apollo Hospital doctors successfully treat woman with VABB procedure

NDA MLAs shifted to hotel in Ranchi ahead of Rajya Sabha polls in Jharkhand

The polling for the two seats will take place on June 18; Jharkhand BJP leaders confident of victory

School assembly news headlines for June 17: Top national, international, business, sports update and thought of the day

Today's school assembly news covers significant national developments including new prescription mandates for medicinal syrups and ISRO's upcomin

Manidhaneyam IAS Academy to offer free coaching for civil services mains exam

Invest In India Before It's Too Late: Piyush Goyal

The minister also called upon the domestic industry to promote start-ups by joining hands with them in the manufacturing segment

Advanced Eye Surgery Camp Drishti Launched in Ranchi

Ranchi, June 16: In a significant health initiative under Operation Drishti, a specialized eye surgical team from the Indian Army and Indian Air

30 sovereigns gold, cash stolen from locked house near Koodal Pudur

Five held for allegedly chasing woman at midnight in Kochi

Police seize ganja, methamphetamine in Dindigul

Rs 13 Lakh Crore Debt Burden On Tamil Nadu: White Paper By TVK Government

The White Paper says Tamil Nadu's revenue deficit has reached a historic high of Rs 78,324 crore, while fiscal deficit stands at Rs 1.33 lakh cro

Harsh is one for the future: Bahutule

The India spin-bowling coach feels the left-arm tweaker has the skills and a temperament to succeed in international cricket

CM Will Distribute Veligonda R&R Compensation This Month: Nimmala

He said the government had allocated `905 crore in the additional Budget for the rehabilitation of displaced families and for facilitating the fi

Kirana Pehal Triumphs in Womens 400m at Indian Athletics Series

Surat, June 16: In the 12th phase of the Indian Athletics Series, Haryanas international runner Kirana Pehal clinched victory in the womens 400-m

Karnataka police mandate FIRs in cases of non-consensual sharing of intimate images

CM reviews high speed rail projects; suggests stations at Future City, Mannanur, Somasila and Anantagiri

US-Iran deal allows Tehran to immediately sell oil: Report

America will permit Iran to start selling oil and fuel immediately. This follows a memorandum of understanding to end a war. Sanctions on Iranian

Two arrested in Kolkata for throwing eggs at TMC MLA Kunal Ghosh

Mr. Ghosh said he was concerned that the accused might secure bail quickly if only minor charges were invoked

India's first digital repository of space-sector capabilities launched at ISC

The platform brings together more than 200 verified space and defence companies across nearly 20 domains and over 120 sub-domains. It aims to cre

TMC split: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla invites Mamata faction to present its case

The battle for control of the Trinamool Congress parliamentary wing is intensifying. Days after meeting the rebel MPs led by Kakoli Ghosh Dastida

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U.S. Lifts Naval Sanctions on Iranian Ports Ahead of Key Agreement

Tehran, June 16: The United States has lifted naval sanctions imposed on Iranian ports. Irans Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi stated

Silk Saree Fitting Into Matchbox Offered to Goddess Kanaka Durga

The saree is a stunning example of fine handloom artistry

'Without me there would be no Israel': Trump says Netanyahu must be 'more responsible'

Inquiry Panel Effect: Congress Rebels in J&K Shift to Wait-and-Watch Mode

The Jammu and Kashmir Congress dissident camp led by Vikar Rasool Wani has temporarily suspended its planned rallies and political programmes fol

Adil Hussain Praises Sridevis Simplicity and Professionalism

Mumbai, June 16: The late actress Sridevi captured the hearts of millions with her beauty and powerful performances. Her popularity extended beyo

Chinese proverb of the day: 'If You Give a Man a Fish, You Feed Him for a Day. But If You Give Him a Fishing Rod, You Feed Him for a Lifetime' teaches why education, skill development matter

Chinese proverb offers enduring wisdom about education, empowerment, and self-reliance. While temporary assistance is sometimes necessary, lastin

Kishan Reddy Rebuts Revanths Metro Loan Allegations

Speaking to newsmen in Delhi, Kishan Reddy said he had never intervened to secure or block IRFC funds and that the state government.

Savarkar filed 10 mercy petitions, Hindutva ideologues grandnephew tells court

Satyaki Savarkar says that the language in these petitions did not indicate loyalty to the British regime, and filing clemency petitions was a st

BJP Accuses Congress of Misappropriating 14,000 Crores from SC/ST Fund in Karnataka

Bengaluru, June 16: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has accused the Congress government in Karnataka of misappropriating 14,000 crores from the

Focus on working in rural areas: CM to medical graduates

A total of 103 students were awarded gold medals for scoring the highest marks in various disciplines; more than 72,000 were awarded degrees.

First in 16 months: Modi and Trump exchange pleasantries amid strained India-U.S. ties

AP Transforms From Crisis to Development: Atchannaidu

Minister highlights Talliki Vandanam, irrigation projects and education gains in Manyam

Watch: Why are prescriptions now mandatory for cough syrups? | Above the Fold | 16.06.2026

From new restrictions on cough syrups after child deaths, to the NTAs move against Telegram and key updates from West Bengal, West Asia and the G

A.P. CM Naidu highlights Andhra Pradesh as global investment hub in Singapore

The CM calls upon global investors to partner with Andhra Pradesh and become part of Indias next phase of economic transformation

Viral 'Benadryl Challenge' Leaves US Teen Critically Ill. Here's What It Is

Fifteen-year-old Leah Presson was hospitalised with zero brain activity following an attempt at this viral trend.

Keralas move to intensify wild boar culling comes under fire

KFRI scientist calls for a science-based management strategy, warning that indiscriminate killing could create ecological imbalances