B&B fire: Future uncertain for worker who saved many
A 26-year-old migrant worker from Bihar, Rohit, is bedridden with multiple fractures after bravely rescuing colleagues from a Delhi building fire. He has received no compensation from the government, leaving his family struggling financially. With Rohit unable to work and his wife and sister caring for him, their children's education has been halted.
Uddhavs MPs landing in Delhi today to effect a split: Reports
ED raids 17 sites in 2 states in Yes Bank loan fraud case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has searched 17 locations linked to Suraksha Asset Reconstruction Company Ltd (SARCL) promoter Sudhir Valia and senior executives. The searches are part of a money laundering probe into alleged collusion between SARCL and Yes Bank's former co-promoter Rana Kapoor, involving circular transactions and undervaluation of assets.
PM Modi meets Trump after 16 months, with a handshake, not a hug
'Give ex gratia or we'll set it': Supreme Court to Ghaziabad hospitals in rape-killing case
Government: No cough syrup sale sans prescription
Cough syrups will now require a doctor's prescription as the Centre has removed them from a decades-old exemption. This move, following concerns over contaminated syrups, brings all formulations under regular regulatory oversight. The change aims to enhance accountability and public health safety in the distribution of these commonly used medicines.
With Trump listening, PM Modi says seafarers must be protected
'Lack Of Trust, Respect For Int'l Law In World'
TMC, Sena (UBT) flux: Bid to boost NDA numbers in Lok Sabha for women's bill?
Jharkhand Rajya Sabha poll NDA moves MLAs to hotel; INDIA Bloc meets at CM house
With the Rajya Sabha elections looming on June 18, political parties in Jharkhand are strategically securing their MLAs. In a bid to stave off potential defections, the NDA and INDIA alliance are stashing their lawmakers away in hotels.
SC directs Tripura SEC to conduct elections to village committees in single phase
The Supreme Court has ordered the Tripura State Election Commission to hold village committee elections on September 27. This decision comes after the Attorney General suggested a single-phase election, a proposal agreed upon by the Solicitor General and the state government.
Mamata Banerjee moves Calcutta HC against Bhabanipur poll result
Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee has filed an election petition in the Calcutta High Court. She is challenging the assembly poll result for the Bhabanipur constituency. Banerjee lost the Bhabanipur seat to BJP's Suvendu Adhikari. She visited the high court registry to affirm the petition. The counting of votes for the West Bengal assembly elections was held on May 4.
Abhishek Banerjee questioned by CID in Amit Shah remarks case
Trinamool leader Abhishek Banerjee appeared before the CID for questioning regarding alleged inflammatory remarks. He also faced interrogation by the ED in a separate case. Meanwhile, a look-out notice has been issued for his personal assistant in connection with a soil theft FIR. The investigations are ongoing.
TMC cites CID probe as Abhishek Banerjee misses Speaker meeting
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla's meeting request to TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee was missed. Banerjee was being questioned by CID in Kolkata. This comes as a significant split hits the TMC. Around 20 MPs have announced their intention to merge with another party. They seek recognition as the 'real TMC'. The Speaker will hear both factions before deciding.
Ram Temple donation fund row: Congress demands time-bound investigation by High Court judge
Congress has demanded a judicial probe into alleged irregularities concerning devotees' offerings at the Ram temple in Ayodhya. The party claims an organized loot of 200 crore is underway. They have rejected the government's special investigation team, citing concerns about the appointed officer.
Tamil Nadu pollution board drops scrutiny of Tata Electronics iPhone plant
Tata said independent tests and official analysis found no contamination, leading to closure of the case
In the wake of Prime Minister Modi's encounter with Donald Trump at the G7, opposition factions have come out strongly against him, highlighting the heartbreaking deaths of three Indians due to a US military strike. The Congress party circulated a video purportedly showing Trump dismissing Modi, and the AAP denounced the cordiality of their interaction as 'embarrassing.
CM Revanth to launch Arutla Telangana Public School on Wednesday
Hyderabad: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy will inaugurate the Telangana Public School (TPS) at Arutla at 9.30 am on Wednesday, June 17. The chief ministers dream project, TPS was designed with state-of-the-art facilities to compete with the corporate educational institutions, heralding a new revolution in he public education system in the state. After unveiling the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
PM Modi's bilateral blitz at G7 summit; meets Canada's Carney and UK's Starmer
India banks on contingency measures in 326 districts to ward off impact of El Nino
'Hasn't stopped anything': Telegram CEO Pavel Durov on ban before NEET re-test
Kishan Reddy refutes stalling IRFC loan for Hyderabad Metro
Hyderabad: Responding to Chief Minister A Revanth Reddys accusation that the Centre was blocking the loan being sought by the state government from the Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC) for Hyderabad Metro, Union Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy said that the release of Rs 13,600 crore in refinanced loan had some technical issues Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Kharif 2026: Committee formed to streamline sowing to procurement
Hyderabad: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy ordered the constitution of a high-level committee to ensure smooth procurement operations starting from the upcoming Kharif 2026 crop season, preventing any inconvenience to farmers. Principal Secretary to Agriculture will oversee the functioning of the official committee, with the Director of Agriculture, the Managing Director of Civil Supplies, and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Karnatakas Gruha Jyoti review sparks debate over voter-linked welfare
The controversy follows a six-month audit of the scheme, which provides free electricity to households consuming up to 200 units a month.
Can recommendations be ignored? Calcutta high court questions Speaker's role in Bengal LoP dispute
The Calcutta High Court has stepped into a political quagmire, examining the West Bengal Assembly Speaker's role in appointing the Leader of Opposition amidst a contentious dispute. Rebel MLA Ritabrata Banerjee's unexpected rise over candidate Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay, endorsed by Mamata Banerjee, has raised eyebrows.
Ageing population and rising debt could push Tamil Nadu towards a fiscal trap, says White Paper
Much can be achieved in increasing the revenues of the State by plugging the leakages and corruption in revenue collecting departments, the report adds
Reactor Pressure Vessel installed at Unit 5 of Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant
RPVs are large, high-precision containment structures which houses the reactor core where the actual nuclear fission reaction takes place
Missing MPs, defection buzz and an open invite: Is Uddhav's Sena headed for another split?
Parties collected Rs 281 crore, spent Rs 193 crore during Bihar polls: ADR
The report analysed expenditure statements filed by five national parties -- BJP, Congress, AAP, BSP and CPI(M) -- and five regional parties -- RJD, JD(U), LJP (Ram Vilas), AIMIM and CPI. The report analysed expenditure statements filed by five national parties -- BJP, Congress, AAP, BSP and CPI(M) -- and five regional parties -- RJD, JD(U), LJP (Ram Vilas), AIMIM and CPI.
Watch: PM Modi and Donald Trump exchange greetings at G7 Summit ahead of expected talks
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump had a brief interaction at the G7 Summit in France, their first in 16 months. The leaders were seen shaking hands and engaging in conversation, with Trump also patting Modi's arm. They were seated next to each other during a summit session.
BRS says Congress evicting 650 families from Secunderabad huts
Hyderabad: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) spokesperson Manne Krishank on Tuesday, June 16, alleged that the Secunderabad Cantonment Board is threatening poor families residing in Ambedkar Huts (Mudfort Huts) and forcing them to vacate their homes within just 15 days. The BRS leader said that bulldozers had been deployed on Tuesday to raze nearly 650 huts Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Karnataka: Congress camps MLAs at resort over cross-voting fears
Bengaluru: Resort politics has once again returned to Karnataka ahead of the Legislative Council elections, with the Congress taking precautionary measures to prevent any possibility of cross-voting. Whenever elections result in political uncertainty or fears of defections, parties often move their legislators to resorts to keep them together and safeguard their votes. Karnataka has witnessed Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
US President Trump indicated progress on an Iran deal, suggesting a swift second phase, while PM Modi attended a G7 summit where leaders agreed on tougher Russia sanctions. In India, Mamata Banerjee is challenging her election defeat, and the Shiv Sena UBT faces potential defections. Meanwhile, a Delhi software engineer's death in Dhanaulti is under police investigation.
Defamation case against Rahul Gandhi linked to Hathras rape case revived
Rahul Gandhi finds himself at the center of renewed legal scrutiny as a defamation case surrounding his comments on the Hathras Boolgarhi rape case has been reignited. A court has approved a revision petition concerning his statements about the recently acquitted individuals.
ABVP protests Telangana govts school rationalisation proposal
Hyderabad: Activists of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) staged a protest in front of the office of the Director of School Education in Saifabad on Tuesday, June 16, against Chief Minister A Revanth Reddys recent statement about rationalising the number of government schools in the state. The activists demanded that the state government bring Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
CM Naidu invites global semiconductor manufacturers to invest in Andhra Pradesh
A semiconductor manufacturing facility would be established soon in the Rayalaseema region, further strengthening the states position in the high-technology manufacturing sector
Telangana govt forms panel to establish hamali welfare board
Hyderabad:The Telangana government will form a special committee to establish a dedicated Hamali Welfare Board for manual loading workers across the state, Labour and Mines Minister G Vivek Venkataswamy announced on Tuesday, June 16. The committee will include government officials, representatives from hamali associations, union leaders and domain experts, the minister said, adding that he Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
The great government job chase: Why India's youth keep betting on long odds
TMC MPs' NCPI merger bid revives memories of Arunachal's Khandu playbook
Twenty rebel Trinamool Congress MPs plan to merge with a lesser-known party. This move echoes a 2016 Arunachal Pradesh political realignment. Legal opinions are sought on the merger's validity. Constitutional experts highlight that only a political party can merge, not individual legislators. The TMC leadership disputes the rebel MPs' merger proposal, citing Supreme Court judgments.
BJP govt has 'failed' first test of accountability by not seeking Pradhan's resignation: Kharge
Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge criticizes the Modi government for exam irregularities. He demands Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, citing widespread paper leaks affecting millions of youth. Kharge highlights the government's failure to ensure accountability, with multiple exams like NEET, SSC, UGC-NET, and CUET facing leaks. Rahul Gandhi will address student conventions against paper leaks.
Andhra government to offer free bus rides for students appearing for NEET UG re-exam 2026
Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation buses will provide free travel for students taking the NEET examination on June 21. Students need to show their hall tickets to avail this service. Additional bus services will be arranged across the state to assist students. This initiative aims to support students appearing for the National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test.
Dipke indicates CJP won't contest polls; slams PM for 'not reaching out' to students
Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke stated his party will not contest elections. He criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not addressing students following the NEET-UG exam controversy. Dipke demanded Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. The party plans nationwide protests until the minister steps down. Dipke urged the Prime Minister to listen to students' concerns.
Mamata files plea in Calcutta HC challenging Assembly poll result in Bhabanipur seat she lost
Mamata Banerjee has filed an election petition at the Calcutta High Court. She is challenging the Bhabanipur assembly seat poll result. Suvendu Adhikari of the BJP defeated Banerjee in this seat. The counting of votes for the West Bengal assembly election took place on May 4. Adhikari became the first BJP chief minister of the state after the BJP's win.
Tamil Nadu OE spinning mills warn of 50% production cut over high cotton waste prices
Manufacturers say raw material costs remain unsustainably high despite a sharp fall in cotton prices.
NTA DG defends temporary Telegram ban for re-NEET scheduled for June 21
In a decisive effort to safeguard students from potential scams, the National Testing Agency has put a temporary hold on Telegram. This action comes as a response to rampant misuse of the platform by fraudsters distributing counterfeit NEET exam papers.
PM Modi must take up with Donald Trump killing of Indian seafarers: Priyanka Gandhi
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss the deaths of three Indian sailors with US President Donald Trump. The incident occurred during US attacks on ships. Prime Minister Modi and President Trump are scheduled to meet in France. This meeting is significant given recent tensions in India-US relations.
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari unveils North Bengal roadmap on first Darjeeling hills visit
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has unveiled a comprehensive development plan for North Bengal. He assured residents of the Darjeeling hills that all central government welfare and development schemes will be delivered effectively. Adhikari stated his government's commitment to transparency in recruitment and inclusive growth across the region. Infrastructure, jobs, and public services will be strengthened.
Abhishek called to meet Birla while being in ED office
New Delhi: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will hear the defected TMC MPs as well as the faction led by Mamata Banerjee before deciding on giving recognition to the breakaway faction, sources said. Meanwhile, sources from the Mamata-led TMC said that on Monday, its leader Abhishek Banerjee was called for a meeting with Birla at Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Tamil Nadu CM announces full waiver of co-operative crop loans up to 75,000
The waiver would benefit 14.43 lakh farmers across the state and would entail the state government an additional expenditure of 5,932 crore and would ensure a big relief to the ryots, the government said.
False propaganda, person in video not me: Bhagwant Mann on Akal Takht edict against him
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has rejected an edict from Sikh clergy labeling him anti-Guru. Mann states the controversial video circulating does not feature him, attributing the accusations to political motives. He asserts his commitment to Sikhism and the Akal Takht, questioning the impartiality of religious appointments. The clergy maintains the video is authentic, leading to the pronouncement against Mann.
'This party will slowly die': Shiv Sena's Sanjay Nirupam claims UBT faction will be finished by 2029
Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam predicts the Shiv Sena UBT will cease to exist by 2029. He claims leaders and workers are losing faith in Uddhav Thackeray's leadership. Speculation is rife about several MPs potentially joining the Eknath Shinde faction. Meanwhile, Shiv Sena UBT MP Sanjay Raut dismisses these reports as false.
Raut dismisses buzz of Sena (UBT) MP switching sides
Mumbai: A day after Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Deshmukh met Shiv Sena minister Prataprao Jadhav, sparking speculation of a possible switch, Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut said a wrong picture was being painted and asserted all parliamentarians remain firmly with the party. Talking to reporters in New Delhi, Raut targeted the ruling BJP, accusing Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Why 'military-grade' security? Ex-BJP chief Annamalai, BJP lock horns over NEET-UG re-exam
Karnataka cements top export position with 19.7 lakh crore shipments in FY26
The Chief Minister highlighted Karnatakas strong multi-sectoral base, spanning technology, biotechnology, aerospace and manufacturing, underscoring its diversified economic strength.
New train services to boost Purvanchal connectivity from June 19
Centre bans OTC sale of cough syrups without doctor prescription, tightens norms
Amends Drugs Rules to curb misuse; distribution restricted to duly licensed pharmacies
Cough syrups to be sold only on prescription as government tightens regulations
Centre to reintroduce Delimitation Bill, says Chandrababu Naidu
Hyderabad:The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government will reintroduce the Delimitation Bill with an explicit provision guaranteeing a 50 per cent proportional increase in seats across all states, key ally and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said, offering the first public confirmation from within the ruling coalition of its intent Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Tamil Nadu government empowers CMDA to give planning permission for high-rise buildings
Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority now grants planning permissions for high-rise buildings. This streamlines approvals for projects in Chennai. Previously, a lengthy process involved multiple stages and government orders. The new directive simplifies this, speeding up clearances. This reform aims to boost urban development and ease of doing business in the city. Developers will benefit from faster project execution.
TN CM inaugurates two-day training for newly elected MLAs
Tamil Nadu to speed up rural development projects
The program aims to improve living conditions for vulnerable communities and renovate over 5,000 irrigation tanks
From Rs 75 in cash to the Lok Sabha spotlight: The obscure party at the centre of the TMC rebellion
An unknown political party, the Nationalist Citizens Party of India, is now central to national politics. Twenty Trinamool Congress MPs announced a merger with the NCPI. This move, if approved, would significantly change the Lok Sabha's composition. The NCPI, previously with minimal presence, would become a major force. The development follows internal dissent within the Trinamool Congress.
'Increase in crimes involving North Indians': K Annamalai demands stricter checks on migrants
Former BJP leader K Annamalai voiced concerns over alleged increased involvement of North Indian individuals in crimes across Tamil Nadu, following a child's death. He questioned the state government's mechanisms for tracking migrant workers and urged for a comprehensive database to enhance oversight and prevent future incidents.
Lok Sabha Speaker gave Abhishek Banerjee 2-hour notice during ED questioning: Sources
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will hear both sides of the Trinamool Congress regarding a rebel faction's merger request. This comes amid a standoff over a summons issued to Abhishek Banerjee. Banerjee was unable to attend a meeting due to an Enforcement Directorate interrogation. The Speaker will decide on the merger request after hearing all parties involved.
'Egg of the Sun': Rs 1 lakh-a-piece Miyazaki mango offered to Lord Ram in Ayodhya
The world's most expensive Japanese Miyazaki mango, known as the Egg of the Sun, was offered to Lord Ram at Ayodhya's Ram Mandir. Cultivated locally by farmer Omprakash Singh, this rare fruit, valued at up to Rs 3 lakh per kilogram, was presented as the season's first ripe offering to the deity.
Not democratic: TMC's Kirti Azad slams rebel MPs for merging with 'unrecognised' NCPI
Trinamool Congress MP Kirti Azad has strongly condemned twenty rebel TMC MPs. He labelled them as traitors for joining the Nationalist Citizens Party of India. Azad questioned the legitimacy of this new political entity. He stated the TMC has informed the Lok Sabha Speaker about its stance. The party believes the real TMC belongs to Mamata Banerjee.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla is reviewing a split within the Trinamool Congress. Twenty rebel MPs have merged with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India. The Speaker will decide after hearing both sides. The TMC has called the move misleading and undemocratic. The rebel group claims to have met the two-thirds threshold for a merger.
Shiv Sena not interested in breaking any party: Shaina NC amid Operation Tiger buzz
Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC has dismissed 'Operation Tiger' speculations. She stated the party has no interest in breaking other political outfits. NC emphasized Eknath Shinde's grassroots connect and loyalty to common people. She instead termed the party's focus as 'Operation Progress'. This comes amid political discussions on shifting loyalties ahead of future elections.
Abhijeet Dipke, CJP founder, claims RSS members attacked him in Jaipur. He alleges the assault aimed to distract from the NEET paper leak. Dipke arrived in Nagpur for a protest demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. He stated the movement will continue peacefully despite such incidents. Authorities have increased security for the planned demonstration.
'100% with development': Mamata aide Firhad Hakim praises Suvendu Adhikari amid TMC rebellion
Amidst a significant rebellion within the Trinamool Congress, Mamata Banerjee's close aide Firhad Hakim has signaled a potential shift in approach towards the new BJP government. Hakim expressed optimism for 100% development in Bengal under Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, emphasizing the need to prioritize progress over party politics and suggesting a willingness to collaborate for the state's advancement.
Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke, attacked during a Jaipur protest, remains undeterred, alleging RSS links to the assault. He vows to continue peaceful protests demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the NEET paper leak, asserting that such attacks won't deter their 'satyagraha' for student justice.
Slovakia endorses Indias bid for permanent UNSC membership
Bratislava: Slovakia backed Indias bid for permanent membership in a reformed UN Security Council as the two countries elevated their ties to a Comprehensive Partnership during Prime Minister Narendra Modis landmark visit to the Central European nation. In a joint statement issued after talks between Prime Minister Modi and his Slovak counterpart Robert Fico on Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Indias rise should bring peace, prosperity to world: Bhagwat
New Delhi: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Monday, June 15, said Indias emergence as a Vishwaguru should be guided by its civilisational values and aimed at bringing peace and prosperity to the world. He also stressed the dignity of labour, equitable distribution of prosperity, ethical wealth creation and the role of the younger generation in Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Chandrababu Naidu invites National University of Singapore to set up campus in Amaravati
During his meeting with NUS President Tan Eng Chye, Chandrababu Naidu discussed academic collaborations, research partnerships and policy support, showcasing Andhra Pradeshs vision to transform Amaravati into a global education and knowledge hub
SC notice to Centre, Punjab over failure to implement RTE
Though RTE and RTI were among the main planks on which AAP acquired political salience at national level, the PIL by Jagmohan Singh Raju said RTE Acts mandate for a quota of 25% for children belonging to weaker and disadvantaged sections of society in schools remained largely unimplemented in state.
NCERT to restore original Dancing Girl of Mohenjo-daro in class IX textbooks
The image appears in the opening chapter, History of Arts, of Madhurima, NCERTs new class IX arts education textbook. In the version carried in the textbook, the torso of the figurine appears visually altered compared to photographs of the original artefact, with shading used across the upper body that obscures anatomical details visible in the sculpture.
Air India flight AI 171 crash exposes payout void for victims on ground
The absence of a dedicated statutory mechanism creates uncertainty over liability, quantum of compensation, timelines for relief, claims procedures and access to justice. It requested govt to establish a statutory Ground Victims Compensation Framework, introduce strict liability provisions so victims only need to establish the injury, death or property damage resulted from an aircraft accident, provide mandatory interim compensation within a prescribed period, prescribe minimum compensation standards, etc.
Modi trip a signal about Delhis reading of a fractured Europe as well as Slovakia
Two-way trade, which first crossed $1 billion in 2024, reached $1.8 billion last year, with Indian exports of roughly $1.52 billion dwarfing imports of $284 million. That Modi chose this moment to visit Slovakia, becoming the first Indian prime minister to do so in 33 years, says as much about New Delhis reading of a fractured Europe as it does about Bratislava.
Congress open to 'ghar wapsi' of ex-members
India & Slovakia upgrade ties, seek reform of global bodies
After a bilateral meeting between Modi and his counterpart Robert Fico, the two sides announced over a dozen outcomes, including a joint working group on counterterrorism, a letter of intent for promoting defence cooperation and an MoU on labour migration. Modi is on a two-day visit to Bratislava and will return to France on Tuesday for the G7 summit.
Gehlots remark reflects Congs authoritarian impulses, says BJP
No govt, no OTS deal can curtail citizens right to move court: Supreme Court
Nearly four decades ago, Haryana govt had acquired more than 1,500 acres of land at Panchkula for Sectors 24 to 28 and sold the plots to individuals. Later, various authorities one after the other increased the compensation payable to farmers for their land over the next decade. Intimating plot buyers earlier, Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP) sent additional demand notices to them for a corresponding increase in plot prices.
Earlier, road transport ministry rolled out the scheme for additional payment for increase in bitumen prices by updating it every month. Prices of bitumen used in highway projects have increased from Rs 49,000 per tonne on Feb 28 to Rs 80,000 a tonne on June 1. The new policy will be out soon. Highway agencies will pay the differential amount between the base rate and prevailing price of bulk diesel, said an official.
Bangladesh PMs adviser made to wait 2 hrs for verification, exits India
Dhaka Monday summoned Indian charge daffaires Pawan Badhe to convey strong displeasure over the alleged treatment meted out to Zahed, a policy and strategy adviser to PM Tarique. Zahed had arrived in Delhi Sunday evening, on a regular Bangladeshi (green) passport with a SAARC visa, leading an official Bangladesh delegation for a meeting of the Indian Ocean Rim Association.
Tanker ignored 60 warnings: US on strike that killed 3 Indians
The latest remarks by a US official sequencing developments that led to the attack seemed aimed at reassuring Indian authorities that US forces had not acted in a reckless manner in launching strikes on Settebello and two other foreign-flagged ships in the past week. However, the US is yet to express any regret for the deaths of Indian mariners.
PM Modi welcomes US-Iran deal, hopes for freedom of navigation soon
India had in April too welcomed a temporary ceasefire announced by both sides, notwithstanding the fact that it had been brokered with help from Pakistan. On this occasion, Pakistan said after the announcement by both Trump and Iran that it would host in Geneva this week the signing of the agreement, which is expected to formally mark the end of the conflict that started on Feb 28.
Ahead of retest, NEET glitches trouble students; two nabbed for promising paper
Meanwhile, Union home secretary Govind Mohan reviewed the preparedness of state govts for the NEET(UG) retest with a special focus on student convenience, security arrangements, and the integrity of the process. He directed states and central agencies to ensure that security protocols are strictly followed. NTA said it is working towards resolving all issues, including refunds. Till Monday morning, over four lakh aspirants had downloaded their admit cards.
Touchdown, salute, history: NCRs 2nd international airport goes live
As someone chasing this mirage since 2006, I excitedly woke up at 3am in the city of nawabs to get ready for the flight. News of the US-Iran peace deal promised to remove the dark clouds over aviation and seemed like a good portent for the new airport. A contingent of around 80 business executives also boarded the flight, raising visions of the now sleepy Agra expressway resembling the Dwarka or Gurgaon expressways in the coming years with both sides of the stretch getting developed.
Safe Hormuz passage for Disha sparks hope for 34 India-bound ships
Better energy supplies may not bring immediate relief because extensive damage to facilities has created uncertainty over when normal operations will resume. India has a long-term gas supply contract with QatarEnergys Ras Laffan facility. UAEs Habshan Gas Plant was also damaged, disrupting operations. Officials said 60% of the plants capacity has been restored. They expect recovery to reach 80% by the end of 2026 and full structural restoration in 2027.
Akal Takht declares Bhagwant Mann 'Anti-Guru', summons Cabinet
Akal Takht clergy has declared Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann a 'Guru Dokhi' and 'Khalsa Panth Virodhi'. This action follows accusations of misleading the highest Sikh temporal seat regarding a video. The clergy claims forensic reports found the video authentic. All Sikh MLAs and the Punjab Cabinet are summoned to appear before Akal Takht on June 29.
Amarnath Yatra can help defeat hate, mistrust: Mehbooba Mufti
Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti believes the Amarnath Yatra and tourism present an opportunity for Kashmiris to combat hate and mistrust. She urged locals to ensure every pilgrim and tourist feels welcomed, respected, and protected. Mufti emphasized that positive experiences will make visitors true ambassadors, sharing the authentic story of Kashmir's warmth and humanity across India.
