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Tirap recognises Nocte Chiefs as freedom fighters

HT CorrespondentITANAGAR, June 28: In a significant move to honour the indigenous resistance against British colonial rule, the office of the Deputy Commissioner, Tirap district, has formally recognised the contributions of two revered Nocte leaders—Wangto Lo…

HT CorrespondentITANAGAR, June 28: In a significant move to honour the indigenous resistance against British colonial rule, the office of the Deputy Commissioner, Tirap district, has formally recogni…

A pioneering doctor remembers India leader Indira Gandhi's final moments

Sneh Bhargava, AIIMS New Delhi's only woman director, was called upon to treat Gandhi after she was shot in 1984.

Cherylann Mollan Sneh Bhargava was AIIMS Delhi's first and only woman director Not much about Sneh Bhargava's life seems ordinary. In 1984, she became the first woman to helm the All India Institu…

Arunachal Pradesh Governor urges compassionate, tech-driven healthcare at TRIHMS graduation ceremony

HT CorrespondentNAHARLAGUN, June 28: Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt General KT Parnaik, PVSM, UYSM, YSM (Retd) graced the second Graduation Ceremony of the 2019 MBBS Batch of Tomo Riba Institute of Health and Medical Sciences (TRIHMS) as the Chief Guest at the…

HT CorrespondentNAHARLAGUN, June 28: Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt General KT Parnaik, PVSM, UYSM, YSM (Retd) graced the second Graduation Ceremony of the 2019 MBBS Batch of Tomo Riba Institute of He…

Ravi Agrawal re-appointed CBDT chairman for one year

India News: NEW DELHI: The government on Saturday extended the term of the chairman of the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) Ravi Agrawal by one year, an offic.

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Ministers call for review of 'socialist, secular' words in preamble

India News: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday said \"there is no need for socialism in India\", adding \"secularism is not the core of our c.

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Young Arunachal shuttlers win bronze at National Ranking Tournament

HT CorrespondentITANAGAR, June 28: The Arunachal State Badminton Association (ASBA) has congratulated young shuttlers Kyon Tamin and Debia Tagu for securing a bronze medal in the Under-13 category at the prestigious Yonex Sunrise All India Badminton Ranking T…

HT CorrespondentITANAGAR, June 28: The Arunachal State Badminton Association (ASBA) has congratulated young shuttlers Kyon Tamin and Debia Tagu for securing a bronze medal in the Under-13 category at…

Congress ex-MLA laundering case: Rs 557 crore assets attached

India News: NEW DELHI: In a money laundering case against former Haryana Congress MLA Dharam Singh Chhoker who was arrested last month, enforcement directorate on.

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Centre issues model rules to ease tree felling on agricultural land, boost agroforestry

NEW DELHI, June 28: The Centre has issued model rules for the felling of trees on agricultural land in a bid to promote agroforestry with the aim of doubling farmers’ incomes, increasing tree cover outside forests and mitigating climate change. In a letter se…

NEW DELHI, June 28: The Centre has issued model rules for the felling of trees on agricultural land in a bid to promote agroforestry with the aim of doubling farmers incomes, increasing tree cover ou…

India most ancient living civilisation due to immortal ideas, philosophy of seers: PM Modi

NEW DELHI, June 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday India is the most ancient living civilisation of the world due to the immortal ideas and philosophies of its saints and seers. Speaking at the centenary celebrations of Jain spiritual figure Ac…

NEW DELHI, June 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday India is the most ancient living civilisation of the world due to the immortal ideas and philosophies of its saints and seers. Speak…

Unfair trade practices by Bangla suppliers forced India to restrict import of jute: Officials

NEW DELHI, June 28: India imposed restrictions on the import of jute and allied fibre products from Bangladesh in view of its “unfair trade” practices including circumvention of anti-dumping duty that harmed Indian farmers, people familiar with the matter sai…

NEW DELHI, June 28: India imposed restrictions on the import of jute and allied fibre products from Bangladesh in view of its unfair trade practices including circumvention of anti-dumping duty that …

First rugby franchise league in India features grassroots talent

Almost every Saturday since he was 10, Akash Balmiki would bunk school to chase a ball that looked like a dinosaur egg. \"My parents were mad at me,\" h.

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Pasquantino's big day helps Royals beat Ohtani and Dodgers 9-5 to snap 11-game home skid

Vinnie Pasquantino homered, doubled and drove in a career high-tying five runs, and the Kansas City Royals beat Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers 9-5...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) Vinnie Pasquantino homered, doubled and drove in a career high-tying five runs, and the Kansas City Royals beat Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers 9-5 on Saturday to snap…

'You may be far, but hearts of 140cr Indians beat with you, it’s start of new era': PM Modi to Shukla on ISS

India News: NEW DELHI: “Earth looks borderless and gives feeling of oneness, and Bharat looks big from space,” Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla told PM Narendra.

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CNN Host: Trump ‘By Any Objective Measure’ Has ‘Opponents On the Run’ After Slew of Wins

Trump is "on a roll" according to a CNN segment going over a slew of recent wins in court, internationally, and in the economy and stock markets. The post CNN Host: Trump ‘By Any Objective Measure’ Has ‘Opponents On the Run’ After Slew of Wins first appeared …

President Donald Trump is “on a roll” and “having a moment,” said CNN host Michael Smerconish on Saturday in an extensive opening commentary outlining the administration’s recent string of victories.…

AAIB DG leading crash probe gets X security cover

India News: Govt has provided X category security cover to Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau DG GVG Yugandhar who is leading the probe into the crash of AI-1.

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Emergency-era Preamble amendment a ‘festering wound’: VP Dhankhar, backs RSS call for review

NEW DELHI/GUWAHATI, June 28: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Saturday said the words inserted in the Preamble of the Constitution through an amendment during the Emergency era were a ‘festering wound”, lending weight to the call by a top RSS leader for a r…

NEW DELHI/GUWAHATI, June 28: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Saturday said the words inserted in the Preamble of the Constitution through an amendment during the Emergency era were a festering wou…

90° turn in MP ROB: 7 engineers suspended

India News: Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav Saturday ordered suspension of seven govt engineers, including two chief engineers, for the faulty design and constructi.

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TMC disowns netas' 'misogynistic remarks'; oppn takes to streets over women's security

India News: KOLKATA: The political slugfest following the gang-rape of a law student inside a college continued Saturday as TMC took pains to distance itself from.

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My government committed to freeing India from colonial mindset: PM Modi

PM Modi, addressing the centenary celebrations of Acharya Vidyanand Maharaj, reiterated his government's commitment to decolonization, emphasizing the importance of both development and heritage. He highlighted the promotion of Indian languages and the recogn…

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Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma for removing ‘socialism, secularism’ from Constitution

Strap: Sarma calls ‘socialism’ and ‘secularism’ Western impositions, seeks their removal from Constitution’s Preamble GUWAHATI, June 28: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma claimed on Saturday that ‘socialism’ and ‘secularism’ are “Western concepts”, and these…

Strap: Sarma calls socialism and secularism Western impositions, seeks their removal from Constitutions Preamble GUWAHATI, June 28: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma claimed on Saturday that social…

Watch: England v India - First T20 highlights

Highlights from Trent Bridge, where two of the world’s top white-ball teams are doing battle in the first of a five-match T20 series.

Highlights from Trent Bridge, where two of the worlds top white-ball teams are doing battle in the first of a five-match T20 series. More

Supriya Sule: NCP to back Thackerays on Hindi stand

India News: NAGPUR: NCP-SP working president and Baramati MP Supriya Sule on Saturday reiterated the party's stance against \"imposing\" Hindi, aligning with her fa.

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Indian woman vanishes after arriving in US for an arranged marriage

Lindenwold Police first learned Simran Simran was missing on Wednesday, five days after her arrival on U.S. soil.

A 24-year-old Indian woman vanished days after arriving in the United States for an arranged marriage, authorities said this week.   . Simran Simran’s flight from India arrived on June 20, according…

Not in favour of making Hindi must, says Maha deputy CM Ajit Pawar

India News: PUNE: Maharashtra deputy CM Ajit Pawar Saturday said he is not in favour of making Hindi compulsory from Class I, amid calls for a protest march by th.

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CJI terms ‘creamy layer’ ruling within SC/STs a milestone

Chief Justice of India Bhushan Gavai emphasized the importance of the creamy layer principle within SC/STs. He cautioned against judicial overreach and highlighted the Constitution's role in social transformation. Gavai mentioned landmark judgments, including…

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28th death anniversary of Bir Chilagang Basumatary observed in Kokrajhar

HT Correspondent KOKRAJHAR, June 28: The 28th death anniversary of Bir Chilagang Basumatary, the founder chairman of the now-defunct Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT), was observed on Saturday at his burial site, Bir Chilagang Puri, located in Bongshigaon near Dot…

HT Correspondent KOKRAJHAR, June 28: The 28th death anniversary of Bir Chilagang Basumatary, the founder chairman of the now-defunct Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT), was observed on Saturday at his bur…

2 Lawmakers Nominate Trump for Nobel Peace Prize

Rep. Claudia Tenney announced that she has “twice nominated” President Donald Trump the Nobel Peace Prize, writing, “No modern leader has done more for World... Read More The post 2 Lawmakers Nominate Trump for Nobel Peace Prize appeared first on The Daily Si…

Rep. Claudia Tenney announced that she has “twice nominated” President Donald Trump the Nobel Peace Prize, writing, “No modern leader has done more for World Peace than President Trump, and its long …

Powell and Lagarde Count Cost of Trump’s Turbulence

The global economy’s concussion from five months of Donald Trump’s presidency is likely to feature when five of the world’s leading central bank chiefs discuss monetary policy in public on Tuesday.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics report is due Thursday, a day earlier than usual because of the Independence Day holiday. Its also forecast to show the unemployment rate crept up to 4.3%. For a Federa…

Code, community and the future: 13 takeaways from Open Source Summit NA

Beyond uniting developers under shared ideologies, goals and pain points, Open Source Summit North America ignited conversations at the intersection of code, community and change. Against the backdrop of a rapidly evolving tech landscape, this year’s edition …

Beyond uniting developers under shared ideologies, goals and pain points, Open Source Summit North America ignited conversations at the intersection of code, community and change. TheCUBE goes live …

Article 370 was against Dr Ambedkar’s ideology of one Constitution for united India: CJI

STATE TIMES NEWS NAGPUR: Chief Justice of India B R Gavai on Saturday said Dr B R Ambedkar envisioned one Constitution for the country to keep it united and never favoured the idea of a separate constitution for a state. Speaking at the inauguration of the Co…

STATE TIMES NEWS NAGPUR: Chief Justice of India B R Gavai on Saturday said Dr B R Ambedkar envisioned one Constitution for the country to keep it united and never favoured the idea of a separate con…

Shukla’s space sojourn marks beginning of new era for India: Modi

STATE TIMES NEWS NEW DELHI: The ‘Bharat Mata ki Jai’ slogan reverberated on the International Space Station as Prime Minister Narendra Modi told astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla that his space travel marked the beginning of a new era and was the first step towards…

STATE TIMES NEWS NEW DELHI: The ‘Bharat Mata ki Jai’ slogan reverberated on the International Space Station as Prime Minister Narendra Modi told astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla that his space travel mar…

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Don’t whitewash ‘Emergency’ stigma, lest we forget it: Dr Jitendra

STATE TIMES NEWS NEW DELHI: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, in a searing address at a symposium held at Delhi Vidhan Sabha to mark 50 years of the imposition of Emergency, issued a clarion call to the nation “Don’t whitewash the “Emergency” stigma, lest we…

STATE TIMES NEWS NEW DELHI: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, in a searing address at a symposium held at Delhi Vidhan Sabha to mark 50 years of the imposition of Emergency, issued a clarion call t…

India rejects statement by Pakistan seeking to blame it for Waziristan attack

(Reuters) -India's ministry of external affairs said on Sunday it rejects a statement by the Pakistan Army seeking to blame India for Saturday's attack in Waziristan. Read full story

(Reuters) -India's ministry of external affairs said on Sunday it rejects a statement by the Pakistan Army seeking to blame India for Saturday's attack in Waziristan. A suicide bomber rammed an exp…

Bakeries Are the New Pubs in London

The city has become a speed-dating playground for sugar confections with an influx of independent bakeries and patisseries.

Londoners are swapping their pints of lager for sweet treats in a city that’s gone sober — or at least partly so. The aftermath of COVID-19, the exodus of European workers post-Brexit and a new gene…

Oppo Reno15 and 15 Pro Have Their First Details Leaked

The Oppo Reno14 series is still fresh in our heads as they’ve been released in the last month in China. They’re proceeding with a global ... The post Oppo Reno15 and 15 Pro Have Their First Details Leaked appeared first on Gizchina.com.

The Oppo Reno14 series is still fresh in our heads as they’ve been released in the last month in China. They’re proceeding with a global rollout with upcoming launches happening in Malaysia (July 1) …

Tourists spend record amount

International travellers spent a record $9.3 billion in Victoria in the year to March 2025. The figures are included in... The post Tourists spend record amount appeared first on Northern.

International travellers spent a record $9.3 billion in Victoria in the year to March 2025. The figures are included in the latest data from Tourism Research Australias Domestic Tourism Statistics a…

How the Emergency makes us immune to democracy damage

The author reflects on the anniversary of the Emergency in India. It coincides with his mother's birthday. He examines how the Emergency is now used to deflect criticism of current government actions. Comparisons are drawn to other historical events. The auth…

Each year at midnight, June 25-26, I wish my mother a very happy birthday. This year, I was late by 15 minutes as I got caught up 'doing the dishes'. I've put that in quotes not because 'doing the di…

Benfica vs. Chelsea, Club World Cup: Confirmed lineups; how to watch

...as it happened: live blog, updates, highlights, lineups, comments, etc.

Photo by Justin Setterfield - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images ...as it happened: live blog, updates, highlights, lineups, comments, etc. Unlike Chelsea matches in the Club World Cup’s group stage th…

Nepal News Roundup June 28: KP Oli in Spain, EV Surge, SEE Results, Crimes & More

From high-level political activity and rising electric vehicle imports to alarming crime reports, educational reforms, and cutting-edge environmental

From high-level political activity and rising electric vehicle imports to alarming crime reports, educational reforms, and cutting-edge environmental campaigns, Nepal witnessed a range of transformat…

Grey’s Anatomy’s Eric Dane reveals ALS fight — spot the early signs before it’s too late

Actor Eric Dane disclosed his ALS diagnosis. ALS is a motor neuron disease impacting muscle control. Early diagnosis is crucial for slowing its progression. Symptoms can mimic other nerve issues. Tests help confirm ALS. While there's no cure, treatments manag…

Greys Anatomy star Eric Dane, recently confessed to being suffering from ALS. The actor claimed it all started with a tinge in his right hand, but shrugged it off thinking its numbness. Dr. P R Ranje…

Karnataka’s Nandini climbs Brand Finance rankings, retains top 4 spot in F&B segment

Bengaluru: Karnataka's flagship dairy brand Nandini has made significant gains in the Brand Finance India 100 – 2025 rankings, moving up five spots to.

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Billionaire's death after swallowing bee raises questions about rare cardiac reaction

Cardiologists discuss the rare possibility of bee-related cardiac events after Indian businessman Sunjay Kapur reportedly suffered a fatal heart attack swallowing an insect during a polo match.

On June 12, a prominent billionaire from India, Sunjay Kapur, died suddenly at the age of 53 in Windsor, England, according to multiple reports. Kapur was the chairman of Sona Comstar, an Indian aut…

United: Portland – New Delhi, India. $738 (Basic Economy) / $938 (Regular Economy). Roundtrip, including all Taxes

A good sale to New DelhiUnited and its partners Air Canada, Austrian, Lufthansa and Swiss Air's $938 fare is a regular economy fare with ONE checked bag and a normal size carry-on includedUnit

A good sale to New Delhi United and its partners Air Canada, Austrian, Lufthansa and Swiss Airs $938 fare is a regular economy fare with ONE checked bag and a normal size carry-on included United a…

I take complete responsibility, says Prasidh Krishna after leaking over 200 runs at Leeds

Following India's Test defeat against England, seamer Prasidh Krishna accepted responsibility for his bowling performance, citing incorrect lengths as the primary issue. Despite criticism, he emphasized his intent to bowl economically and build pressure. Kris…

Birmingham: Beleaguered India seamer Prasidh Krishna has taken "complete responsibility" for his failure to hit the right lengths during a forgettable outing in the first Test against England, but sa…

Mandhana hits century as India thrash England in first T20

Smriti Mandhana scored a stunning century as India inflicted England's heaviest T20 defeat by runs with a comprehensive 97-run triumph at Trent Bridge.

Smriti Mandhana scored a stunning century as India inflicted England's heaviest T20 defeat by runs with a comprehensive 97-run triumph at Trent Bridge. Mandhana stars as India inflict record loss on…

Govt set to launch digital platform for power sector soon

To foster better coordination and data sharing within the power sector, the government is developing a digital platform called the India Energy Stack. A 17-member task force, led by Ram Sewak Sharma and Nandan Nilekani, will spearhead this initiative. This di…

New Delhi: The government is working to launch a digital platform to enhance coordination, data sharing, and innovation in the power sector.The plan will be led by a 17-member task force comprising N…

PM Modi's Brazil visit may cement key defence, anti-terror pacts

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Brazil on July 8 after the BRICS Summit. He aims to strengthen security ties with Brazil. Both nations may sign pacts on counter-terrorism and safeguarding classified information. India and Brazil are focusing on defenc…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be on a state visit to Brazil on July 8 after the BRICS Summit on July 6-7 eyeing to firm up security partnership with a pact on countering international terror and …

Four decades later, Bhopal burns again and this time, it’s Tarapur breathing the poison

Forty years after Bhopal suffered the worst industrial tragedy in modern times, the inhabitants of Tarapur village are exposed to the fumes of the toxic waste from the Union Carbide plant. As it gets incinerated, they complain of stinging eyes, hacking coughs…

Tarapur, Madhya Pradesh. This small, nondescript hamlet of 4,500 has a big problem.In the haze of the mid-morning sun, crinkling your nose, you can smell it too, the moment you step foot inside the v…

Three years on, Patwari fails to submit a report on the encroachments on the river land; DC summons time-bound report

India News: FEROZEPUR: Due to illegal encroachments in the area of about 47 km of river Sutlej from Harike Pattan to Hussainiwala Head Works, many border villages.

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Why affirmative action means more than Just quotas

As India prepares for the 2027 caste-based census, the focus shifts to effective affirmative action beyond reservations. The Social Welfare Residential Schools in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana demonstrate how enriched education empowers marginalized students, …

The notification for the conduct of the next population Census has been issued. While the schedule for the collection of data is yet to be finalised, the government has announced that the collection …

Crazy rich Indians: Luxury concierge firms are taking on several out-of-the-world requests from country’s ultra-wealthy

India's ultra-rich are driving demand for extravagant, personalized experiences, fueling the growth of luxury concierge firms. These firms offer services ranging from exclusive travel and wellness retreats to bespoke home and lifestyle solutions. They cater t…

As Indias ultra-rich multiply, so do their demands often extravagant, sometimes eccentric, almost always urgent.Enter luxury concierge firms: Discrete operators who turn outlandish requests into seam…

Polo? People still play hockey on horses?

Polo faces scrutiny as a dangerous, elitist sport with a history of high-profile casualties, including Jaipur's maharaja and industrialist Sunjay Kapur. Critics question its relevance in modern society, citing animal welfare concerns and the absurdity of the …

How many more people must die from the silly game of polo? India already has had three high-profile casualties. Jaipur's maharaja Man Singh II, who died on the polo field in Cirencester, Britain, in …

Amid opposition queries, ECI begins special voter roll revision in Bihar

The Election Commission of India has initiated a special electoral roll revision in Bihar. This is in preparation for the upcoming assembly polls. The process involves verifying voter eligibility with political party participation. Voters will validate detail…

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Saturday announced that it has started a special intensive revision of electoral rolls in Bihar ahead of the assembly polls, even as the opposition questione…

NHAI to blacklist FASTags ‘kept in hand’, seeks details from toll operators

India News: NEW DELHI: Drivers who don’t fix their FASTags on the windshield of their vehicles will face permanent blacklisting of tags, a measure taken in view o.

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Trump Scores 3 Major Foreign Policy Wins in One Week

President Donald Trump scored three major foreign policy victories this week.   Almost overlooked amid the successful military strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites and NATO... Read More The post Trump Scores 3 Major Foreign Policy Wins in One Week appeared first o…

President Donald Trump scored three major foreign policy victories this week.   Almost overlooked amid the successful military strikes on Irans nuclear sites and NATO allies agreeing to increase ann…

30 Coming-Of-Age Books For Every Reader

Discover the greatest coming-of-age books that everyone should read. These timeless stories offer valuable life lessons and unforgettable characters.

Author Sandra Cisneros, who penned standout coming-of-age novel "The House on Mango Street," speaks ... More at the 2024 National Book Festival at The Walter E. Washington Convention Center on August…

Smriti Mandhana's ton help India clinch 97-run win over England in 1st Women's T20I

Smriti Mandhana's century powered India to a 97-run victory against England. India leads the five-match T20I series 1-0. Mandhana scored 112 runs, supported by Harleen Deol's 43. Shree Charani took four wickets. Nat Sciver Brunt scored 66 for England. England…

Stand-in skipper Smriti Mandhana's graceful maiden T20 International hundred adorned India's smooth 97-run win over England in the opening match here on Saturday.The visitors now lead the five-match …

Mandhana stars as India inflict record loss on England

Smriti Mandhana scores a stunning century as India inflict England's heaviest T20 defeat by runs with a comprehensive 97-run triumph at Trent Bridge.

It was clear Mandhana was in the mood from the moment she effortlessly sent her first ball back down the ground for four. She had added two more boundaries before top-edging a pull shot off Em Arlot…

Govt revises biomass guidelines to boost bio energy and ease of doing business

The Centre has revised guidelines for the Biomass Programme, aiming to boost cleaner energy adoption and ease business operations. These revisions simplify processes, documentation, and performance monitoring, particularly benefiting MSMEs. The changes also a…

New Delhi: The Centre has revised guidelines for the Biomass Programme under Phase-I of the National Bioenergy Programme to promote cleaner energy solutions, ease of doing business, and accelerate th…

India to host 2009 World Police and Fire Games

“Ahmedabad being selected as the venue for the event that brings together police, fire, and disaster services to compete in more than 50 sports is a testament to the city,” Union Home Minister

India will be hosting 2029 World Police and Fire Games, with Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, saying that winning the bid is a global recognition of our sprawling sports in…

Air India flight to Chennai returns to Mumbai mid-air after burning smell in cabin

An Air India flight to Chennai returned to Mumbai due to a burning smell. This happened shortly after takeoff. An aircraft change occurred. Passengers received support. A non-specific security alert also affected another Air India aircraft. An Air India Expre…

An Air India flight bound for Chennai was forced to return to Mumbai shortly after takeoff on Friday, June 27, after the crew detected a burning smell inside the cabin, the airline confirmed in a sta…

Sciver-Brunt relinquishes Trent Rockets captaincy

England skipper Nat Sciver-Brunt relinquishes the captaincy of Trent Rockets in this year's edition of The Hundred.

England skipper Nat Sciver-Brunt has decided to relinquish the captaincy of Trent Rockets in this year's edition of The Hundred. BBC Sport understands Sciver-Brunt has decided to step down from the …

Policy of forbearance over, terrorists will be hit hard: Def secy on India's new normal

Defence Secretary R K Singh asserted that India's long-standing policy of forbearance towards terrorism is over. He highlighted Pakistan's support for terrorists, evidenced by the presence of Pakistani army personnel at funerals of those killed in Operation S…

New Delhi: Underlining the country's "new normal" in dealing with terrorism, Defence Secretary R K Singh on Saturday said the "policy of forbearance that was practised for decades" is over and terror…

TV Anime "Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia" First Super Teaser Visual Revealed!

Panel Confirmed at Anime Expo 2025, Broadcast set for 2026 TOKYO , June 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Award-winning historical manga by Tomato Soup, "A Witch's Life in Mongol"—which recently made headlines with its anime adaptation announcement—will officially air…

Panel Confirmed at Anime Expo 2025, Broadcast set for 2026 TOKYO , June 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Award-winning historical manga by Tomato Soup, "A Witch's Life in Mongol"which recently made headline…

G7 reach agreement on global minimum tax

UK businesses to benefit as G7 reach agreement on global minimum tax.

<ul><li>The Chancellor and G7 plot path forward on global minimum tax and tackling of aggressive tax planning and avoidance.  </li><li>UK businesses spared from higher taxes after removal of Section …

Trump does UN’s job on world stage, leads on peace while secretary-general earns more at anti-US body

The U.N. secretary-general’s base salary is higher than President Donald Trump’s, as questions grow over continued U.S. funding of the world body that's accused of working against American interests.

Following President Donald Trump's successful brokering of a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, India and Pakistan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda, critics say the U.N. secretary-gen…

(THE GIST OF PIB) National Florence Nightingale Award

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England lose two early wickets in consecutive balls

Two wickets in two ball for India. Sophie Dunkley received a slightly wider ball from Amanjot Kaur and wicket keeper Richa Ghosh caught for the first wicket. Danni Wyatt-Hodge edged a simple catch to Harleen Deol at short third.

England lose the wickets of Sophia Dunkley and Danni Wyatt-Hodge in consecutive balls to fall to 9-2 in their T20 international against India at Trent Bridge. FOLLOW LIVE: T20: England v India Avai…

Zero-dose children in India declined from 0.11% in 2023 to 0.06% in 2024: Union Health Ministry

India has significantly reduced the percentage of zero-dose children and achieved remarkable progress in maternal and child health. This success is attributed to sustained vaccination efforts, intensified campaigns, and the expansion of the Universal Immunisa…

The percentage of zero-dose children (Those who have not received a single vaccine) in India has declined from 0.11% in 2023 to 0.06% in 2024, according to the Union Ministry of Health and Family Wel…

Army holds discussion on shared Indo-Tibetan heritage

A seminar in Shimla, organised by the Army's central command, highlighted the deep-rooted civilisational ties between India and Tibet. Lt Gen Anindya Sengupta emphasised the importance of cultural diplomacy and the Army's dedication to protecting India's inte…

Shimla: India and Tibet are two ancient civilisations with interwoven roots that continue to shape a shared identity, Lt Gen Anindya Sengupta, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Central Command, sa…

The silence of the reels: Why Hindi cinema never faced the Emergency

Sunday Times News: For an industry that prides itself on chronicling the nation’s struggles, Hindi cinema’s silence about the Emergency is more revealing than any film c.

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Modi talks to Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, says this mission is first step towards India’s own space station

Prime Minister Modi engaged in a conversation with astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla at the International Space Station, discussing experiments with potential benefits for India's agriculture and health sectors. Modi emphasized this mission as a cruci…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a conversation with astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who is at the International Space Station, on Saturday in which the two discussed the experiments the l…

Husband-wife tiff turns ugly on Delhi-bound flight; man handed over to security on arrival

India News: NEW DELHI: A husband-wife spat reportedly turned so ugly on an Amritsar-Delhi flight Saturday and when a co-passenger tried to intervene, the man ende.

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In his fifth year, chief minister Dhami to gift a comprehensive women’s policy

India News: Under Pushkar Government’s Four-Year Tenure, Women Empowered at Every Level — From Government Jobs to Cooperative Societies, Women Got ReservationChie.

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Open Magazine - 7 July 2025

OPEN, a well-lit window on India addresses the progressive, globally minded reader and has stayed faithful to its promise of not dishing up regurgitated news or majoritarian opinion. The magazine is clutter-free, vibrant design and superior visual content, po…

OPEN, a well-lit window on India addresses the progressive, globally minded reader and has stayed faithful to its promise of not dishing up regurgitated news or majoritarian opinion. The magazine is …

The Week India - July 6 2025

The Week India is the best selling general interest English news magazine in the country; certified by Audit Bureau of Circulation. The magazine covers politics, entertainment, social issues, trends, technology, lifestyle, who's hot, who's not, and everything…

The Week India is the best selling general interest English news magazine in the country; certified by Audit Bureau of Circulation. The magazine covers politics, entertainment, social issues, trends,…

Nandan Nilekani appointed Chief Mentor for India Energy Stack Task Force

The Ministry of Power has officially appointed Nandan Nilekani, co-founder of Infosys, as the Chief Mentor of the Task Force responsible for creating the India Energy Stack. This initiative aims to establish a Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) to streamline…

As reported by ET earlier, the Ministry of Power confirmed on Saturday the appointment of Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani as the Chief Mentor of a newly formed Task Force to develop the India Ener…

How to choose NPS debt funds

Fund C and Fund G in the NPS offer capital stability, ideal for conservative investors prioritising safety over aggressive growth

The National Pension System (NPS), under its All Citizen Model, provides investors with four asset classes in both Tier-I and Tier-II accounts: Equity (Fund E), Corporate Bonds (Fund C), Government S…

Short Take: CONCOR F&O adjustments

CONCOR announces 1:4 bonus, leading to adjustments in F&O contracts on July 4 with a 1.25 adjustment factor.

Container Corporation of India (CONCOR) (756.35) has announced a bonus with a ratio of 1:4. So, the adjustment factor will be 1.25. The bonus issue will lead to necessary adjustments in the futures a…

Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Saturday (June 28, 2025)

Here's a look at the news highlights from Asean countries in the Star-AseanPlus section for Saturday (June 28, 2025). Read full story

Malaysia: * Armed Forces must stay prepared, equipped with latest defence technology, says King * Five Malaysians have chosen to remain in Iran, says Foreign Minister * Works Ministry only gets ha…

India AI Mission: 43 of 506 foundational AI model proposals target large language models

As part of the mission, the government is incentivising the development of LLMs built by startups such as Sarvam, Gnani, Gan and Soket AI Labs with investment capital and other support. According to people familiar with the matter, the IndiaAI Mission will so…

Indias drive to establish itself as a leader in artificial intelligence (AI) is gaining momentum, with an overwhelming number of proposals under the IndiaAI Mission focused on developing large langua…

Mortal remains of all 260 killed in Air India crash in Ahmedabad handed over to kin: Gujarat government

While six bodies were identified without DNA testing, the rest of the 254 victims were identified through DNA sampling and testing

A fortnight after the Air India aircraft crashed in Ahmedabad, the Gujarat government on Saturday evening said mortal remains of all 260 persons killed in the aviation disaster have been identified a…

Ukraine Calls For EU Sanctions On Import Of ‘Stolen Grain’

By Aditya Kalra, Ruma Paul NEW DELHI/DHAKA, June 27 (Reuters) – Ukraine plans to ask the European Union to sanction Bangladeshi entities it says are importing wheat taken from Ukrainian territories occupied...

By Aditya Kalra, Ruma Paul NEW DELHI/DHAKA, June 27 (Reuters) – Ukraine plans to ask the European Union to sanction Bangladeshi entities it says are importing wheat taken from Ukrainian territories …

'Brilliant innings' - Mandhana makes superb century off 51 balls

Smriti Mandhana reaches her maiden T20I century against England at Trent Bridge.

Smriti Mandhana reaches her maiden T20I century against England at Trent Bridge. FOLLOW LIVE: T20: England v India Available to UK users only.

England slip to 9-2 in pursuit of 211 to beat India in first T20

Follow live text, BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra commentary and in-play video clips as England face India in the first T20 at Trent Bridge.

How good was Smriti Mandhana? She top-scored for India with 112 off 62, including 15 fours and three sixes, and thwacked the ball to just about every corner of Trent Bridge. In case you missed an…

From peak to trough to recovery: India’s equity market odyssey

Examining the winners and laggards during the tumultuous nine-month stock market journey from September 24, 2024, to June 27, 2025

Indian equity markets have staged a remarkable comeback, with major indices now trading just 1-5 per cent below their September 24, 2024, peaks, following a swift recovery from early-March 2025 lows.…

BSE, Bharat Electronics, Bajaj Finance, Adani Green, Ola Electric, Tata Technologies: The best and worst performers in indices’ U-shaped recovery from September 2024 till now

Examining the winners and laggards during the tumultuous nine-month stock market journey from September 24, 2024, to June 27, 2025

Indian equity markets have staged a remarkable comeback, with major indices now trading just 1-5 per cent below their September 24, 2024, peaks, following a swift recovery from early-March 2025 lows.…

SkyHop Aviation to start operations soon; receives NOC

SkyHop Aviation holds multiple key regional routes, including those in Andhra Pradesh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, and the North-East

The seaplane and small aircraft operator SkyHop Aviation intends to start commercial flight services soon. It has received the NOC (No Objection Certificate) from the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA…

F&O Strategy: Buy LICI 960-call

Nearest supports are at ₹908 and ₹730. A close below the latter will change outlook to negative. That said, we expect LICI to sustain the gains.

The stock of Life Insurance of Corporation of India (LICI) (957.70) is ruling at a crucial level. Important resistance is at 971. A conclusive close above this will trigger a fresh rally to 1,079. N…

Insurance query: A comprehensive motor insurance policy

Protect your vehicle with the right motor insurance coverage to safeguard against accidents, theft, and natural disasters.

Q.I am 30 years old. I recently bought a car. I drive daily to work and often go on long road trips. I want to financially protect my vehicle against unforeseen damages like accidents, theft and natu…

Tech Query: CDSL, Blue Star, GNFC and Moschip Technologies: What is the outlook and where are these stocks headed?

We zoom in on the prospects of CDSL , as also the prospects of three other stocks — Blue Star, GNFC and Moschip Technologies

Can I buy Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL) for long term? Kavitha Jegadesh CDSL (1,764.40): The outlook is bullish. Supports are at 1,620, 1,530 and in the 1,400-1,350 region. Res…

Former Manipur CM Biren Singh hints at formation of popular government soon

Former Manipur CM N. Biren Singh expressed optimism about the formation of a popular government in the state soon, as central BJP leaders assess the situation. He highlighted the efforts to find an amicable solution and restore peace, noting the absence of co…

Guwahati: Former Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Saturday said that the central leaders of the BJP are assessing the situation and said that efforts are on to form a popular government in the…

Who Am I? June 29, 2025

Identify the company with five clues: golden jubilee, strong promoters, declining shareholder count, diverse board, impressive financial growth.

Heres a challenge. Using the five clues below, identify the company that is being talked about here. 1 I will celebrate my golden jubilee in a few years, but my promoters bring with them over a cent…