New Delhi, June 11 (UNI) The Delhi Congress and the Indian Youth Congress have announced that they will jointly organise a mega job fair at Talkatora Stadium on June 19, coinciding with the birthday of Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi.
New Delhi, June 11 (UNI) The Bharatiya Postal Employees Federation has announced a nationwide agitation programme over a range of employee-related issues and concerns regarding recent policy decisions within the postal department.
Chandigarh, June 11 (UNI) A court in Amritsar on Thursday sought CCTV footage from the police in connection with an FIR registered against senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia and more than 50 party supporters, while scheduling the next hearing in the matter for June 15.
Itanagar, Jun 11 (UNI) Arunachal Pradesh Home Minister Mama Natung and Arunachal East MP Tapir Gao on Thursday highlighted the achievements of the Narendra Modi-led government at the Centre, marking the completion of 4,399 days in office.
Patna, June 11 (UNI) Bihar Police have arrested 10 more accused from Arwal and Munger districts in connection with alleged fraud and impersonation in the state police constable recruitment examination. With these arrests, a total of 88 individuals face legal action.
Sangli, Jun 11 (UNI) In a shocking incident, a 14 year-old boy, grandson of a labour leader, was shot in the head over an extortion dispute by unidentified criminals in the Abhaynagar area of the city this evening. According to police, the deceased boy was identified as Vendant Bandgar, whose grandfather Balu Bandagar is a labour leader.
Bhubaneswar, June 11 (UNI) Police in Odisha’s Gajapati district have busted a major loan fraud racket and arrested its alleged kingpin, seizing 137 motorcycles, 127 mobile phones, Rs.3.61 lakh in cash and a large number of incriminating documents, an official said on Thursday.
Bengaluru, June 11 (UNI) Another member of the Dravid family is set to don India colours, with wicketkeeper-batsman Anvay Dravid, the younger son of former India captain and batting great Rahul Dravid, earning his maiden national callup to the India Under-19 squad for the upcoming One-Day series against Sri Lanka.
Kolkata, June 11 (UNI) West Bengal police have arrested three persons in connection with the alleged harassment of BJP MLA and actress Papiya Adhikari during the 2021 West Bengal Assembly election.
Mumbai, June 11 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi took India in the wrong direction and India will continue to pay a heavy price for it for many years to come, Maharashtra State Congress Committee President Harshvardhan Sapkal said today.
Mumbai, June 11 (UNI) In a major move to enhance public transportation, the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) administration has initiated plans to induct 1,500 new air-conditioned electric midi buses into its fleet. Midi buses are single decker buses larger than minibuses but smaller than regular buses.
Kolkata, June 11 (UNI) In a major breakthrough in its ongoing crackdown on illegal arms networks, the Special Task Force (STF) of the West Bengal Police on Thursday recovered 16 long firearms and 2,345 rounds of ammunition from a pond in the Nezat Kharir Pukur area of Sandeshkhali in North 24-Parganas district.
Patna, Jun 11 (UNI) All 10 candidates contesting for 10 seats in the Bihar Legislative Council, including former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s son Nishant Kumar and BJP’s new face and Bhojpuri superstar Pawan Singh, have been declared elected unopposed.
Lucknow, Jun 11(UNI) union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, on Thursday, claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s continuous tenure of over 4,400 days is a significant achievement in democratic history.
Ashok RainaDharamshala, Jun 11 (UNI) The picturesque HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala is all set to host the One-Day International (ODI) match between India and Afghanistan on June 13 as part of the ongoing ODI series.
Greater Noida, Jun 11 (UNI) With just three days left ahead of its June 15 commercial launch, Noida International Airport successfully completed its final full-scale Operational Readiness, Activation, and Transition (ORAT) turnaround trial with IndiGo, putting the airport’s operational ecosystem through a comprehensive end-to-end test.
Patna, 11 June (UNI): All 10 candidates contesting the biennial elections to nine seats of the Bihar Legislative Council and a by-election to one vacant seat have been elected unopposed today after expiry of the withdrawal deadline and no additional candidates remained in the fray.
Jamshedpur, Jun 11 (UNI) Jharkhand BJP president Aditya Sahu on Thursday described the 12-year tenure of Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a transformative period that changed not only the country''s image but also its destiny, asserting that the period was dedicated to service, development, and public welfare.
Ranchi, June 11 (UNI) Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Thursday urged the Centre to release Rs 1.36 lakh crore in pending dues from coal companies and central public sector undertakings and sought timely release of Rs 6,000 crore under the Jal Jeevan Mission while addressing the 11th Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog.
Chandigarh, June 11 (UNI): The Punjab Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Department has seized 140 quintals of allegedly illegal fertiliser during a raid in Bathinda as part of the state government''s ongoing crackdown on counterfeit and unauthorised agricultural products.
Ranchi, June 11 (UNI) Leader of Opposition and senior BJP leader Babulal Marandi today said the 12-year tenure of the Narendra Modi government at the Centre has been dedicated to service, good governance, development, public trust and welfare of the poor.
Hyderabad, June 11 (UNI) GMR Hyderabad International Airport Limited (GHIAL) has remitted an interim dividend of approximately Rs 12.28 crore to the Telangana Government, reaffirming its commitment to delivering consistent value to stakeholders.
Patna, Jun 11 (UNI) Bihar Sports Minister Shreyasi Singh Thursday said that the ambitious Dumri Sports City will be developed over 100 acres, at an expenditure of Rs 574 crore.
Shillong, Jun 11 (UNI) Meghalaya will host the North East India Infrastructure Summit to promote economic growth, strengthen cooperation and align development priorities across the Northeastern states.
Parwinder Sandhu New Delhi, Jun 11 (UNI) Defence public sector undertaking Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has initiated criminal proceedings against a Hyderabad-based aerospace components manufacturer after an internal verification exercise allegedly uncovered the submission of fabricated quality certification documents linked to supplies for the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk-1A programme.
Hyderabad, June 11 (UNI) Peddapalli MP Gaddam Vamsi Krishna on Thursday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the BJP-led government''s 12 years in office, alleging that the period was characterised more by marketing and publicity than by tangible results on the ground.
Chandigarh, June 11 (UNI) An Amritsar-based government doctor has secured a place among the top 10 finalists of the Mrs India competition, balancing the demands of a medical career with her passion for personal achievement and women’s empowerment.
Lucknow, June 11 (UNI) Electricity demand in Uttar Pradesh continues to set new records.
New Delhi, Jun 11 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday underscored his government''s commitment to the welfare and prosperity of farmers, highlighting a series of initiatives aimed at boosting agricultural productivity, strengthening farm incomes and modernising India''s rural economy as part of the BJP-led NDA government''s outreach marking "12 Years of Kisan Samriddhi".
Agartala, June 11 (UNI) Tripura Chief Minister, Dr Manik Saha on Thursday attended 11th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog, at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre, under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Bhubaneswar, June 11 (UNI) Odisha has taken a significant step towards strengthening its sports ecosystem with the selection of 25 coaches across 12 sporting disciplines, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing talent and enhancing sports infrastructure in the state.
Kolkata, June 11 (UNI) A massive cache of cash amounting to Rs 1.77 crore was recovered from a private English-medium school in West Bengal''s North 24-Parganas district during a late-night search operation, fuelling a political storm and prompting a police investigation into the source of the money, police said on Thursday.
Srinagar, June 11 (UNI) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered a case against 19 private people, unknown officials of J&K Bank, and unidentified public servants in connection with alleged irregularities in sanctioning and diversion of loans under the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Bandipora district.
Tehran, June 11 (Sputnik/UNI) Following US attacks on southern Iran, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched offensive operations using missiles, drones attacking 18 targets at US bases in the Middle East, including the Ali al-Salem and Ahmad al-Jaber air bases in Kuwait, IRGC said in a statement.
Kolkata, June 10 (UNI) Calcutta High Court on Wednesday restrained the police from taking any coercive action against former West Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas till August 17 related to the probe into the chaos that marred Argentine soccer icon Lionel Messi’s visit to the Salt Lake stadium last December.
Chandigarh, June 10 (UNI) In a move aimed at strengthening citizen-centric and technology-driven policing in Punjab, Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav on Wednesday launched the revamped Saanjh Citizen Portal and flagged off a fleet of 93 electric scooters for women police personnel at the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Police Academy in Phillaur.
Patna, June 10 (UNI) The Bihar Vigilance Investigation Bureau on Wednesday arrested a Mukhiya (village head) of Raj Chakbahauuddin Gram Panchayat in Samastipur district while accepting a bribe of Rs 1.20 lakh.
Chandigarh, June 10 (UNI): In a swift operation, the Punjab Police traced two minor sisters who had gone missing from Amritsar and reunited them with their family within 18 hours, officials said on Wednesday.
Simdega (Jharkhand), June 10 (UNI) Two hockey players from Jharkhand''s Simdega district, Pushpa Manjhi and Sandeepa Kumari, who were part of the Indian team that won the bronze medal at the Women''s Under-18 Asia Cup Hockey Championship in Japan, were felicitated by district authorities on Wednesday.
Mumbai, June 10 (UNI) Three youths drowned in the Jagbudi river at Khed in the coastal Ratnagiri district on Wednesday, police said on Wednesday. One person was rescued by locals.
Bhopal, June 10 (UNI) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav on Wednesday extended his congratulations and best wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on behalf of the people of Madhya Pradesh on the completion of 12 years of his strong and transformative leadership.
New Delhi, June 10 (UNI): The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Indore Zonal Office, on Wednesday said it has attached an Arabian Sea-facing property near Alibaug in Murud, Raigad district, valued at approximately Rs 60 crore.
New Delhi, Jun 10 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday called for renewed collective efforts to realise the vision of a developed India by 2047 as the National Democratic Alliance marked 12 years in office and celebrated his milestone of becoming the country''s longest continuously serving elected Prime Minister.
Thiruvananthapuram, June 10 (UNI) Kerala Police''s cyber security initiative, Cyberdome, will officially launch the website and registration process for HAC’KP 2026, a multi-city national-level hackathon being organized as part of the Cocon 2026 Cyber Security Conference, on June 11 at 11 am at the Police Headquarters.
New Delhi, June 10 (UNI) The Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) 5.0 has crossed a significant milestone, with the total number of guarantees issued under the scheme surpassing the 1 lakh mark as of June 9, 2026.
Khost, June 10 (UNI) At least 12 people, including children, were killed in Pakistani airstrikes near the Afghanistan border, Afghan government officials and local sources said on Wednesday, marking the deadliest escalation in weeks following a period of relative calm.
Shimla, June 10 (UNI): The Himachal Pradesh government has approved financial assistance of Rs 16.76 crore for 113 families operating shops and other businesses on government land in the vicinity of Gaggal Airport, providing relief to those affected by the airport expansion project in Kangra district.
Bengaluru, June 10 (UNI) Deccan Gold Mines Ltd has announced the signing of a definitive Earn-In, Option and Shareholders Agreement for the Logrosan Tungsten Project in Spain, marking a strategic expansion into critical minerals amid rising global demand for secure resource supply chains.
Bengaluru, June 10 (UNI) A major irregularity has surfaced in the Karnataka government''s flagship Gruha Lakshmi scheme, with a technical audit reportedly revealing that nearly Rs 128 crore was transferred over the past five months to the bank accounts of about 1.48 lakh deceased beneficiaries.
Hyderabad, June 10 (UNI) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will review the Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) of the 217 Course at the Air Force Academy (AFA), Dundigal, near Hyderabad, on June 13.
Lucknow/ Varanasi, June 10 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh BJP organised special events across the state on Wednesday to mark the completion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s 12th year in office.
Srinagar, June 10 (UNI) A special court designated under the National Investigation Agency (NIA) Act in Srinagar on Wednesday issued a proclamation against four accused persons including banned Hizbul Mujahideen Chief Syed Salahuddin, in a 1996 militancy-related case after they allegedly failed to appear before the court.
Itanagar, June 10 (UNI) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Act East Policy, stating that it has transformed Arunachal Pradesh from a strategically neglected frontier state into a key gateway of India’s development and security vision.
Johannesburg, June 10 (UNI) Twelve people were killed and nine others injured in a mass shooting in the Cleveland suburb of Johannesburg, South Africa, on Tuesday night, according to local news portal News24, citing police.
Mumbai, June 10 (UNI): The makers of the web series "Raakh" have released the second trailer of the investigative crime thriller series.
Kolkata, June 10 (UNI) Political temperatures in West Bengal''s Diamond Harbour area in South 24 Parganas district have risen yet again after BJP leader Abhijit Das (Bobby) approached the police seeking a fresh investigation into an alleged attack on him in 2018.
Lucknow, June 10 (UNI) Approximately 31 lakh people have been screened so far under the ongoing 100-day ‘TB-Mukt Bharat Abhiyan’ in Uttar Pradesh, resulting in the identification of 1.43 lakh TB patients.
Hyderabad, June 10 (UNI): BJP Telangana state president N Ramchander Rao on Wednesday said the Narendra Modi-led Central Government had played a major role in the development of Telangana over the last 12 years by extending substantial financial assistance, infrastructure projects and welfare schemes to the state.
Patna, Jun 10 (UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, on Wednesday, announced that beneficiaries of social security pension schemes in the state will now receive their pension payments regularly on the 10th day of every month, ensuring timely financial assistance to the elderly, widows, and persons with disabilities.
New Delhi, Jun 10 (UNI) The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on Wednesday approved the construction of a General Pool Residential Accommodation (GPRA) campus in Andhra Pradesh''s capital city Amaravati, a major housing initiative aimed at providing residential facilities for Central government employees and supporting the development of the state''s greenfield capital.
Hyderabad, June 10 (UNI): A newborn male infant allegedly sold for Rs 1.70 lakh through mediators was rescued by authorities and placed under the care of the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) in Hyderabad.
New Delhi, June 10 (UNI) One in three Indian consumers unknowingly purchased a counterfeit product in the past year, a sobering statistic that underscores how deeply fake goods have penetrated everyday life in the country. On World Anti-Counterfeiting Day, the Consumer Online Foundation calls for urgent action as digital marketplaces emerge as the new frontier for illicit trade.
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New Delhi, Jun 10 (UNI) The union Cabinet on Wednesday approved Phase 2A of the Ahmedabad Metro Rail Project, paving the way for a new 6.032-kilometre corridor connecting Koteshwar Road to Ahmedabad Airport and further expanding the city''s rapidly growing urban transit network.
New Delhi, Jun 10 (UNI) The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on Wednesday approved the construction of a new Central Government General Pool Office Accommodation (CGGPOA) complex in Andhra Pradesh''s capital city Amaravati, marking a significant step in the Centre''s efforts to strengthen administrative infrastructure in the state''s greenfield capital.
Una (HP), June 10 (UNI) The path has been cleared for developing a modern sewerage system in the industrial town of Tahliwal, located in the Haroli Assembly constituency.
Kanpur, Jun 10 (UNI) In a significant step towards strengthening its research and academic infrastructure, the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) will establish a new Chemical Engineering Annex, supported by a generous commitment of USD 1.15 million from distinguished alumnus Jagjeet Singh Bindra (BT/CHE/1969).
Kolkata, June 10 (UNI): In a significant bureaucratic reshuffle, the West Bengal government on Tuesday transferred and reassigned 18 IAS officers across several key departments, including Food and Supplies, Transport, Land and Land Reforms, Women and Child Development, Irrigation, Environment and Public Health Engineering.
Panchkula, June 10 (UNI) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday announced an ex-gratia assistance of Rs 10 lakh each for the families of those who lost their lives in the devastating fire that swept through a commercial complex near D-Park in Rohtak, besides extending financial aid of Rs 2 lakh to each injured victim.
Moscow, June 10 (Sputnik/UNI) The Pakistani army launched airstrikes against three Afghan provinces, killing 13 people, including 11 children, and injuring 14 others, Afghan government spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said on Wednesday.
Mumbai, June 9 (UNI) Telecom sevices provider Vodafone Idea (Vi) informed the stock exchange in a regulatory filing here today that the Bombay High Court has quashed the one-time spectrum charge (OTSC) demand raised by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) against the company and its erstwhile subsidiary Spice Communications, which has provided the company a relief of Rs 2,113 crores.
Bhubaneswar, June 9 (UNI) Amid rising concerns over “Digital Arrest” cyber frauds, the Odisha Crime Branch’s Cyber Crime Police has unearthed a well-knit interstate cybercrime network allegedly involved in duping a Bhubaneswar resident of Rs 1.38 crore through intimidation, impersonation and a web of fake bank accounts.
Shillong, June 9 (UNI) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma has welcomed the release of 14 Kuki civilians who had been detained in Manipur’s Senapati district, describing the move as a humanitarian gesture that reflects the values of compassion and reconciliation.
Mumbai, June 9 (UNI) The makers have unveiled the motion poster of the period drama "Batwara 1947", offering audiences a poignant glimpse into one of the most turbulent chapters in the subcontinent''s history.
Jammu, June 9 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Sports Minister Satish Sharma today assessed the proposed Sports Calendar 2026–27 and the roadmap for sports development across Jammu and Kashmir.
Dehradun, June 9 (UNI) Uttarakhand''s Pushkar Singh Dhami government has done the spade work to bid final adieu to the State Madarsa Board by getting ready its promised rule manual for regulation of minority institutions from July 1.
Patna, June 9 (UNI) Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former Bihar Health Minister Mangal Pandey said the 12 years of the Narendra Modi-led government at the Centre stand as a remarkable example of nation-building, good governance and public service.
Hyderabad, June 9 (UNI) Telangana Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu on Tuesday announced that the State Government would soon launch the "Indiramma Kutumba Bheema" scheme, providing insurance coverage of ₹5 lakh to 1.15 crore families irrespective of caste or religion.
Mumbai, June 9 (UNI) Fifty eight leading chess players, representing 16 countries, among them 14 Grandmasters, 34 International Masters, six FIDE Masters, two Women International Masters and two Candidate Masters comprise the star studded field that will feature in the Masters Section (Category A) of the 360 One Masters Chess Tournament, which will be played at the Expo Hall, World Trade Centre from June 10 to 18.
Bengaluru, June 9 (UNI) In a major quality assurance breach allegation involving India’s frontline combat aircraft programme, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has filed a cheating and forgery complaint against a Hyderabad-based aerospace supplier over the alleged submission of 199 forged test reports linked to components supplied for the Light Combat Aircraft HAL Tejas Mk1A.
New Delhi, June 9 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Delhi Zonal Office, today said it had attached immovable assets belonging to JC World Hospitality Pvt Ltd and Investors Clinic Infratech Pvt Ltd, with current market values of approximately ₹40 crore and ₹60 crore, respectively.
Mumbai, June 9 (UNI) The world television premiere of Gujarati blockbuster film "Laalo-Krishna Sada Sahaayate" on Sony MAX received a tremendous response from the audience, with the channel emerging as the number one channel in the HSM Urban category in its time slot.
New Delhi, Jun 9 (UNI) The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) has reaffirmed its commitment to improving maternal and child health through the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY), a flagship maternity benefit programme that has supported over 4.27 crore women across the country since its launch in 2017.
Vijayawada, June 9 (UNI): Andhra Pradesh Minister for Agriculture K Atchannaidu has informed that the daily market purchases of tobacco has risen to an average of 700 bales per day with the measures taken by the government and coordination between farmers and companies.
Jammu, June 9 (UNI) Private hospitals and dialysis centres are likely to permanently suspend Golden Card services under the Ayushman Bharat–SEHAT Scheme from July 1 due to alleged prolonged non-payment of claims and non-compliance with National Health Authority (NHA) guidelines.
Jammu, June 9 (UNI) Central Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh on Tuesday said that the 12 years of the Modi government have integrated Jammu and Kashmir into India''s mainstream development journey.
New Delhi, Jun 9 (UNI) Stepping up its attack on the Narendra Modi-led government as it completed 12 years in office, the Congress on Tuesday released an "accountability report" detailing what it described as the Centre''s failures across key sectors, including the economy, employment, agriculture, governance and social welfare.
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Chandigarh, June 9 (UNI) The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Tuesday carried out extensive searches at 18 locations across Punjab and Haryana as part of its investigation into three terror-related cases linked to Pakistan-based terrorist and gangster-turned-terror operative Shahzad Bhatti.
Jalpaiguri, June 9 (UNI) West Bengal''s new BJP government has decided to introduce a penalty-based enforcement system from September 1 to curb civic offences and improve urban cleanliness, Urban Development and Municipal Affairs Minister Agnimitra Paul announced here on Tuesday.
Bhubaneswar, June 9 (UNI) Describing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 12 years in office as an “Age of Absolute Transformation,” Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday said the country has undergone unprecedented changes under Modi’s leadership, emerging as a confident nation with a global outlook.
Visakhapatnam, June 9 (UNI) The Opposition YSR Congress Party has demanded an ex gratia of Rs 1 crore for the families of the deceased and a job for one member of each affected family in the wake of the tragic incident at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (VSP). .
Brussels, June 9 (UNI) European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Tuesday announced the European Union''s 21st sanctions package against Russia, saying Moscow''s war effort was weakening under mounting economic pressure and that the bloc would continue to tighten restrictions on key sectors.
Aizawl, June 9 (UNI) The contest for Mizoram’s lone seat in the Rajya Sabha has been set for a direct showdown between the ruling Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM) and the opposition Mizo National Front (MNF) after scrutiny of nomination papers on Tuesday cleared both candidates to remain in the race. Officials at the Mizoram Legislative Assembly Secretariat confirmed that the nomination documents submitted by the two contenders were found valid during the scrutiny process, paving the way for polling scheduled on June 18.
Ranchi, June 9 (UNI) Leaders across Jharkhand on Tuesday paid tributes to tribal icon and freedom fighter Birsa Munda on his 126th martyrdom day, recalling his contribution to the struggle against British rule and his role in safeguarding tribal rights, identity and self-respect.
New York, June 9 (UNI) The San Antonio Spurs beat the New York Knicks 115-111 in Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday to cut the series deficit to 2-1.
Ranchi, June 9 (UNI) The Jharkhand High Court has issued 19 directions to strengthen protection, rehabilitation and access to justice for victims of sexual violence and POCSO offences, warning that lapses in implementation could invite disciplinary as well as legal action.
New Delhi, Jun 9 (UNI) The Government e Marketplace (GeM) has emerged as a key driver of India’s digital governance transformation by enabling transparent, technology-driven, and citizen-centric public procurement, the platform said on the occasion of its milestone journey since inception on August 9, 2016.
New Delhi, June 9 (UNI) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reviewed the progress of the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A programme and directed Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to adhere to delivery schedules while addressing the remaining operational requirements of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
Shahid K Abbas New Delhi, Jun 9 (UNI) As Prime Minister Narendra Modi stands on the cusp of a historic milestone on June 10, set to surpass Jawaharlal Nehru as India’s longest-serving Prime Minister, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday projected the past 12 years as a defining period of national transformation marked by welfare-driven governance, cultural resurgence and rising global influence.
Kolkata, June 9 (UNI): In a major boost to rural infrastructure and welfare in West Bengal, the Narendra Modi government has approved the construction of 10 lakh houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) and sanctioned a total of Rs 1,700 crore for rural housing, roads, pensions and employment schemes in the state.
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Chennai, June 9 (UNI) In a major relief to 21 of the 25 AIADMK rebels MLAs, who have voted in support of the no confidence motion moved by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on May 13, Legislative Assembly Speaker JCD Prabhakar on Tuesday said no disquaification proceedings would be initiated against them after they tendered an apology for voting against the directives of the Party Whip.
Hyderabad, June 9 (UNI) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will review the Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) of the 217th Course at the Air Force Academy here on June 13, marking the successful completion of pre-commissioning training of flight cadets across various branches of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
New Delhi, Jun 9 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the NDA government''s 12 years in office have been defined by dedication to nation-building, public welfare and inclusive development, asserting that continuous efforts guided by the principle of "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas" have placed India firmly on the path towards becoming a strong and self-reliant nation.
Manas R Banerjee, Nitish Kapoor, Siddhartha RaiKolkata/New Delhi, June 9 (UNI) Corroborating The Statesman’s news report of a possible liquor scam in the state, former West Bengal Excise Commissioner Randhir Kumar - during whose stint the West Bengal State Beverages Corporation Limited (WBSBCL) was set up in 2017 - has suggested that things were going fine till certain changes were introduced in 2021.
Panchkula, June 9 (UNI) Panchkula Police have intensified their fight against drug trafficking under the special ‘Maidan 2.0’ campaign launched by Police Commissioner Pankaj Nain, arresting 11 drug traffickers in 10 separate cases and seizing narcotic substances valued at more than ₹4 crore during the last ten days.
Thiruvananthapuram, June 9 (UNI) Kerala''s much-awaited free travel scheme for women in Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) buses will come into effect from June 15, with the state government expediting measures for its implementation.
Mumbai, June 8 (UNI) The makers of "Governor", starring Manoj Bajpayee, have announced a distinctive promotional initiative ahead of the film''s release, opting to offer cinema tickets at prices reminiscent of the 1990s.
Bhubaneswar, June 8 (UNI) In a major push to transform Odisha into a leading tourism and hospitality destination, the State Cabinet today approved the ambitious "Land Bank for Hospitality Infrastructure" scheme, a landmark initiative aimed at creating investment-ready land parcels across key tourist destinations and attracting large-scale private investments in the sector.
Mumbai, June 8 (UNI) Excitement is mounting around Alpha, the upcoming action thriller starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari Wagh, as the makers prepare to unveil the film’s teaser on June 10.
Bhubaneswar, June 8 (UNI) In a major initiative to strengthen industrial infrastructure and boost women’s participation in the workforce, the Odisha Cabinet on Monday approved the development of a large-scale Women Workers’ Hostel at the Kalibeti Industrial Area in Khordha district at an estimated cost of Rs 210.36 crore.
Aizawl, June 8 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED)''s Aizawl Sub-Zonal Office today widened its crackdown on an alleged cross-border narcotics syndicate, conducting searches in Mizoram, Tripura and West Bengal after tracing suspicious financial transactions worth more than Rs 142 crore linked to a major methamphetamine trafficking case.
Vijayawada, June 8 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Civil Supplies Minister Nadendla Manohar on Monday said the state government has procured 1.29 crore metric tonnes of paddy worth Rs 30,361 crore from 17.97 lakh farmers during the last two years.
Shimla, June 8 (UNI): Sports infrastructure in Shimla received a significant boost on Monday with the inauguration of a Rs 3.18-crore multipurpose sports stadium at Sanjauli, alongside announcements for further development of the historic sports ground and measures aimed at promoting sports and drug-free youth engagement in the state.
New Delhi, Jun 8(UNI) The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare will launch a nationwide awareness and outreach campaign from Tuesday to mark the 10th anniversary of the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA), a maternal healthcare initiative aimed at ensuring safe pregnancy and healthy motherhood.
Mumbai, June 8 (UNI) Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) officially announced here on Monday that its step-down subsidiary company has secured a 10-year marine services contract to enable Argentina''s first liquefied natural gas (LNG) export, marking its entry into South America and expanding its international marine services footprint.
Lucknow, June 8 (UNI) In its bid to take education to the last person in society and to realize the goal of having an illiteracy-free state. the Uttar Pradesh government''s Nav Bharat Literacy Programme is emerging as a medium of positive transformation in the lives of lakhs of people, officials here today said.
Panchkula, Jun 8 (UNI) Residents of Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh, and Delhi are likely to face intense heat wave conditions for the next two days before a significant change in weather brings thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds, and hailstorm activity across the region, according to the latest forecast issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Hyderabad, June 8 (UNI) Hyderabad-based Viyash Scientific Limited, through its wholly owned subsidiary Alivira Animal Health Limited, has signed a binding agreement to acquire a 100 per cent stake in BioForLife (BFL), a leading pet care company headquartered in Milan.
Kolkata, June 8 (UNI): The West Bengal government on Monday ordered a reshuffle of the Indian Police Service (IPS) cadre, transferring or reassigning 179 officers across the state and Kolkata Police.
Hyderabad, June 8 (UNI) Managed workspace provider Incuspaze on Monday said it has acquired workspace operator iKeva through a 100 per cent buyout transaction, strengthening its presence in the fast-growing flexible office space market.
New Delhi, June 8 (UNI) The Indian Freestyle wrestling team finished the final day of proceedings with three golds among seven medals, as India wrapped up the Ulaanbaatar Open Senior Ranking Series with a total of 17 medals across three categories.
Lucknow, Jun 8 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh has emerged as an effective national model in the fight against malnutrition. Owing to the proactive efforts of the Mahila Evam Bal Vikas Vibhag and the Bal Vikas Seva Evam Pushtahar Yojana, the Take Home Ration (THR) Scheme, being implemented across the state, provides renewed strength to maternal and child nutrition.
London, June 8 (UNI) Alexandra Eala won her second WTA 125 title with victory over doubles partner Nikola Bartunkova in the Birmingham Open final. .
Hyderabad, June 8 (UNI): BMW Group India on Monday announced a price increase of up to 2 per cent across its vehicle portfolio, effective July 1, 2026.
Neeraj BaliChandigarh, June 8 (UNI): With mayoral elections scheduled across eight municipal corporations in Punjab on Tuesday, the exercise has evolved into much more than a routine civic process. The outcome will provide the first major political assessment of how parties stand in urban Punjab after the municipal elections and could offer early clues about their strategy ahead of the 2027 Assembly polls.
Panchkula, Jun 8 (UNI) Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) Chairman Himmat Singh announced that the Commission will soon issue fresh recruitment advertisements for thousands of government posts, while recruitment processes for around 13,000 vacancies are in the final stages and will be completed shortly.
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Lucknow, June 8 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has said that under the illustrious leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the last 12 years have been dedicated to service, good governance, sensitivity, and the welfare of the poor. .
Hamirpur (HP), Jun 8 (UNI) The oath-taking ceremony for the newly elected members of the Hamirpur Zila Parishad was held on Monday in the council''s conference hall in this Himachal Pradesh district.
Panchkula, June 8 (UNI) The Bhagwant Mann Government in Punjab has constituted District and Assembly Constituency Welfare Boards for 21 communities across the state in a move aimed at strengthening grassroots participation in governance and ensuring effective implementation of welfare schemes.
New Delhi, June 8 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Aizawl Sub-Zonal Office, is conducting searches at four locations along the Mizoram-Myanmar border, the Tripura-Bangladesh border, and in West Bengal in connection with a money laundering case on Monday.
New Delhi, June 8 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday highlighted the welfare initiatives undertaken by his government over the past 12 years, asserting that the core objective of governance has been to improve the lives of the poor and ensure that the benefits of development reach those who were left behind for decades.
Thiruvananthapuram, June 8 (UNI) Kerala Health Minister K. Muraleedharan has directed the Food Safety Department to intensify inspections across the state following the detection of Shigella infections in multiple districts, warning that strict preventive measures are necessary to contain the spread of the disease.
Kolkata, June 7 (UNI) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Sunday announced that a member from each of the families of BJP workers allegedly killed in post-poll violence following the 2021 Assembly elections would be provided government jobs this month, along with a one-time financial assistance of Rs 5 lakh from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund.
New Delhi, June 7 (UNI) The Delhi government on Sunday launched a Rs138-crore sewer project for Karawal Nagar in the north-eastern part of the union Territory as part of its efforts to mitigate the challenges faced by the people of the area.
Stockholm, June 7 (UNI) World champion Melissa Jefferson-Wooden stormed to victory in her first 100m race of the season at the Stockholm Diamond League on Sunday. After being beaten by Julien Alfred in the 200m in Rome on Thursday, U.S. athletics star Jefferson-Wooden was back to winning ways at the Bauhaus-Galan in a time of 10.84 seconds,according to olympics.com.
Ulaanbaatar, June 7 (UNI) Indian wrestlers finished the Ulaanbaatar Open 2026 wrestling tournament strongly with Dinesh Dhankhar (125kg) and Deepak (61kg) winning gold medals .
Imphal, June 7 (UNI) ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Manipur Centre, Lamphelpat, Imphal, has been conferred the 1st Best Stall Award – 2026 at the State Krishi Mela, 2026, organized by the State Agricultural Management & Extension Training Institute (SAMETI), Department of Agriculture, Government of Manipur.
Hyderabad, June 7 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Sunday evening laid foundation stones for development works worth Rs 1,511 crore in Uppal and announced a series of infrastructure initiatives aimed at transforming Hyderabad into an international-standard city.
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Vijayawada, June 7 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh''s 108 Ambulance Emergency Service responded to 7,78,799 emergency calls between June 2025 and May 2026, providing critical medical assistance to accident victims, pregnant women and patients suffering from life-threatening conditions, according to a release issued on Sunday.
Hyderabad, June 7 (UNI) The Communist Party of India (CPI) on Sunday called upon people to make the state-wide protests scheduled for June 10 against rising prices a success.
El Jadida (Morocco), June 7 (UNI) Karandeep Kochhar stayed as the best Indian at the US$500,000 AM Green IGPL Bharath Classic with one more to go in the Asian Tour event.
New Delhi, Jun 7 (UNI) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Sunday conducted raids at six locations across Chandigarh, Panchkula and Delhi-NCR in connection with a massive Rs 661-crore government funds misappropriation case linked to IDFC First Bank and AU Finance Bank.
Ahmedabad, June 7 (UNI) India continued its dominant run at the 1st World Yogasana Championship 2026, topping the medal tally at the end of Day 3 with an impressive haul of 30 medals, including 24 Gold, 5 Silver and 1 Bronze.
Chennai, June 5 (UNI) Amid growing speculations that he would take the formal political plunge and contest the upcoming bypoll to the Tiruchy East Assembly seat as a candidate of the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) of Chief Minister Vijay, popular actor Raghava Lawrence on Sunday said he would make a "very important" announcement on June 11.
Chandigarh, June 9 (UNI) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has carried out searches at multiple locations linked to senior Haryana cadre officers and a private consultancy firm as part of its ongoing investigation into the alleged diversion of Rs 661 crore in government funds parked in bank accounts of several Haryana government departments and departments under the Chandigarh administration.
Bengaluru, Jun 7 (UNI) Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Sunday made a pointed political pitch to Janata Dal (Secular) workers, invoking the Congress-JD(S) alliance of 2018 and reminding them of the role he played in securing electoral victories for the regional party at a time when it depended on Congress support to remain in power.
New Delhi, June 7 (UNI) The combined market valuation of seven of the top-10 most-valued firms eroded by Rs 1.25 trillion in a week with the Reliance Industries took the biggest hit.
Sydney, June 7 (UNI) Australia will head into the ICC Women''s T20 World Cup with a new opening combination and a new batting spearhead, banking on world No.1-ranked Georgia Voll to fill the sizeable void left by the retirement of former captain Alyssa Healy.
Toledo, (Ohio) Jun 7 (UNI) A manhunt is underway for suspects after at least 12 people were shot, including two critically injured, near the Old West End Festival in Toledo on Saturday, Ohio authorities said.
Mullanpur, June 7 (UNI) Washington Sundar produced a composed unbeaten half-century to steer India to a formidable 564 for eight declared, overshadowing a maiden Test six-wicket haul by Mohammad Saleem Safi as the hosts tightened their grip on the one-off Test against Afghanistan national cricket team here on Sunday.
New Delhi, Jun 7 (UNI) Senior Congress leader and Chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Skill Development, Women, Children, Youth and Sports, Digvijaya Singh has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking an immediate halt to what he described as the “arbitrary and unplanned” introduction of a third language in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum for Classes 9 and 10.
Hyderabad, June 7 (UNI) Marking a significant achievement in advanced neurosurgical care, KIMS Hospitals on Sunday announced the successful completion of over 10,000 brain tumour surgeries at its Secunderabad facility.
Panchkula, Jun 7 (UNI) Haryana BJP President Dr Archna Gupta has announced the launch of a statewide public outreach campaign to mark the completion of 12 years of the Narendra Modi-led Central Government.
Hyderabad, June 7 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy will visit Uppal on Sunday evening to lay foundation stones for multiple development projects worth Rs 1,511 crore aimed at improving infrastructure and public healthcare facilities in the region.
Panchkula, Jun 6 (UNI) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Saturday congratulated the Indian men''s and women''s Under-18 hockey teams for their impressive performances in the Asia Cup 2026, saying their achievements have brought pride and glory to the nation. Congratulating the Indian men''s U-18 team on winning the Asia Cup title, the Chief Minister said the players, coaching staff and support personnel deserve appreciation for their outstanding efforts throughout the tournament.
Hyderabad, June 6 (UNI) Telangana BJP President N. Ramchander Rao today accused Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy of repeatedly spreading false propaganda that Telangana was not receiving support from the Centre and asserted that the union Government had extended assistance worth nearly Rs ₹13 lakh crore to the state through various schemes, projects and development programmes.
Panchkula, Jun 6 (UNI) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has congratulated Rohtak''s promising boxer Meenakshi Hooda on becoming the world''s No. 1 boxer for the second consecutive time, describing her achievement as a matter of pride for both Haryana and the country. .
Hyderabad, June 6 (UNI) State-owned Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) today rejected allegations made by BRS Working President K.T. Rama Rao (KTR) regarding the alleged disappearance of nearly 40 lakh metric tonnes of coal worth around Rs ₹1,600 crore, clarifying that the company had only 26.51 lakh tonnes (2.651 million tonnes) of coal stock as of June 4, 2026.
New Delhi, Jun 6 (UNI) Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Saturday that her government is seriously mulling a third-party insurance system for buildings, even as different government wings conducted large-scale enforcement drives across the capital, with 124 properties examined and action taken against violations.
Kakamigahara (Japan), June 6 (UNI) The Indian U-18 Men''s Hockey Team were crowned champions of the Men''s U-18 Asia Cup 2026 after defeating hosts Japan 4-1 in the final here on Saturday.
Itanagar, Jun 6 (UNI) In a significant development for the proposed Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP), 110 households from Geku, Upper Siang district have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) expressing their support for the Pre-Feasibility Report (PFR) of the project.
Mullanpur, June 6 (UNI) "It gives so much freedom and certainty mentally when the coach, captain and team support you and back you to do well," Sai Sudharsan said, summing up the confidence behind his composed 81-run knock against Afghanistan in a key Test innings.
Kolkata, Jun 6 (UNI) A special court remanded former Trinamool Congress MLA Saokat Molla to 14 days custody of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in connection with the Bhangar blast case on Saturday, a day after the central agency arrested him.
New Delhi, Jun 6 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated India’s men’s and women’s under-18 hockey teams for their impressive performances at the U18 Asia Cup 2026 in Kakamigahara, Japan, praising the young players for bringing glory to the country and highlighting the growing strength of Indian hockey at the grassroots level.
Nagpur, June 6 (UNI): The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Nagpur Regional Unit under the Mumbai Zonal Unit, has busted an interstate narcotics trafficking syndicate and seized over 522 kg of ganja valued at Rs 2.61 crore in Maharashtra’s Nagpur district, officials said on Saturday.
Hyderabad, June 6 (UNI) The Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) today caught a Waqf Board Inspector of Nalgonda district allegedly while accepting a bribe of Rs ₹10,000 from a complainant.
Kolkata, Jun 6 (UNI) In what is being seen as the most ambitious railway infrastructure package announced for West Bengal in recent years, union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Saturday unveiled railway projects worth nearly Rs 1 lakh crore, including a proposed Delhi-Siliguri bullet train corridor, 102 Amrit Bharat stations, 538 flyovers and underpasses, 61 new railway projects and a major expansion of the Kolkata Metro network.
Kampala, June 6 (UNI) Uganda has secured the hosting rights for the 2031 African Games, marking the first time the East African country will stage the continent''s premier multi-sport .
Hyderabad, Jun 6 (UNI) As many as 72,956 students are expected to appear for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET)-UG re-examination at 208 centres across 24 cities in Telangana on June 21.
Kolkata, June 6 (UNI) West Bengal government on Saturday decided to investigate incidents of vandalism, arson and destruction of public property that allegedly took place during the anti-Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) protests across the state in 2019.
Bengaluru, June 6 (UNI) The Passing Out Parade (POP) of the seventh batch of Agniveervayu Trainees (AGVT) Intake 01/2026, comprising both men and women, was held with ceremonial splendour at Air Force Station Jalahalli on Saturday.
Kakamigahara (Japan), June 6 (UNI) Following a thrilling 5-3 victory over arch-rivals Pakistan in the semi-final of the U18 Men''s Asia Cup 2026, a confident Indian U18 Men''s Hockey Team is all set to take on hosts Japan in the final on Saturday.
Krishnagar, June 6 (UNI) The body of a seven-year-old Class I student was found inside the toilet of a girls'' hostel attached to a school here in West Bengal''s Nadia district on Saturday morning, police said.
Kakamigahara (Japan), June 6 (UNI) The Indian U18 Women’s Hockey Team secured the Bronze Medal at the Women’s U18 Asia Cup 2026 after registering a commanding 3-0 victory over Korea in the bronze medal match here on Saturday.
Kolkata, June 6 (UNI) Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday unveiled an ambitious Rs 1 lakh crore railway development package for West Bengal, promising a sweeping expansion and modernisation of the state''s rail infrastructure, including a proposed Delhi-Siliguri bullet train corridor, 102 Amrit Bharat stations, 538 flyovers and underpasses, and 61 new railway projects.
Chennai, June 6 (UNI) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested a proclaimed offender who has been absconding for the past more than 15 years, in connection with a Rs 2.01 crore 2010 bank fraud case.
Srinagar, June 6 (UNI) Ladakh has recorded a massive rise in tourist arrivals in 2026, with Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh stating that the union Territory witnessed a historic surge in visitors.
Hyderabad, June 6 (UNI): Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President K.T. Rama Rao (KTR) has demanded an immediate and comprehensive investigation into the alleged disappearance of nearly 40 lakh metric tonnes of coal worth around Rs 1,600 crore from Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL).
Ranchi, June 6 (UNI) India defeated Korea 3-0 to secure the bronze medal in the Women''s Under-18 Asia Cup hockey tournament being held in Kakamigahara, Japan from May 29 to June 6.
Chennai, June 6 (UNI) The total population of Nilgiri Tahr is estimated at 1,364 in Tamil Nadu which indicated a 4.68% increase over the last year.
Chennai, June 6 (UNI) A total of 51 species belonging to five families were identified in the first comprehensive state-wide raptor assessment across all divisions in Tamil Nadu.
Thiruvananthapuram, June 6 (UNI) In a significant development for Kerala''s emerging deep-tech sector, Genrobotics Innovations Pvt. Ltd, one of India''s leading robotics companies, has led a Rs1 crore seed funding round in Thrissur-based startup Estro Tech Robotics, which specialises in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT) solutions.
New Delhi, Jun 5 (UNI) The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday confirmed that 13 foreign nationals were among the 21 people killed in the devastating fire that broke out at a guest house in Hauz Rani in Malviya Nagar area on Wednesday. .
Bhubaneswar, Jun 5 (UNI) Odisha''s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has achieved significant progress within a week of its launch, with enumeration forms distributed and collected from more than 1.45 crore voters, covering 43.47 per cent of the state''s electorate, officials said on Friday. .
Mumbai, June 5 (UNI) With "Governor" gearing up for its theatrical release, actor Manoj Bajpayee has taken a walk down memory lane by visiting the McDonald''s outlet in Delhi''s Vasant Vihar, widely recognised as one of the first outlets of the global fast-food chain to open in India during the post-liberalisation era.
Bhubaneswar, Jun 5 (UNI): Continuing its crackdown on the illegal trade of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances, the Special Task Force (STF) of Odisha Police has seized a commercial quantity of cannabis (ganja) and arrested three persons allegedly involved in interstate drug trafficking.
Srinagar, Jun 5 (UNI) Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha’s on Friday said the administration has arrested 1,128 drug smugglers and registered over 1,000 FIRs in the past 55 days as part of the ongoing 100-day anti-drug campaign in Jammu and Kashmir.
Mumbai, June 5 (UNI) The Congress here today officially announced that it has expelled two of its Legislative Council (Vidhan Parishad) candidates who withdrew their candidatures leading to a situation where ruling Mahayuti candidates managed to win unopposed.
Chandigarh, June 5 (UNI) What began as a personal response to a tragic road accident has evolved into an 11-year-long public service mission for an Amritsar resident who has been repairing potholes and improving road safety across the city using his own resources.
Mumbai, June 5 (UNI) The Congress here today officially announced that it has expelled two of its Legislative Council (Vidhan Parishad) candidates who withdrew their candidatures leading to a situation where ruling Mahayuti candidates managed to win unopposed. Congress candidates Sahebrao Kamble, who was supposed to contest from the Yavatmal constituency, and Shailesh Agarwal, who was fielded from the Chandrapur constituency, withdrew their candidatures without notifying the Maharashtra Congress leadership, which led to their expulsion from the party.
Jadcherla (Mahbubnagar Dist.), June 5 (UNI):Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Friday evening challenged former Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao to a public debate in the Assembly on the performance of the BRS government during its 10-year tenure and the Congress government’s two-and-a-half years in office.
New Delhi, Jun 5 (UNI) Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa and Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh on Friday flagged off an app-based electric taxi (e-taxi) service from the Delhi Secretariat, supporting greener urban mobility systems in the national capital.
Kolkata, June 5 (UNI) Arrested Trinamool Congress leader Swarup Biswas, the brother of former West Bengal Minister Aroop Biswas, was on Friday remanded to police custody till June 18 by a lower court.
Chandigarh, Jun 5 (UNI) The disappearance of multiple girls and young women from different parts of Ludhiana within a span of just over a month has raised concerns over their safety and the pace of the police response, with the issue drawing the attention of the Punjab State Women''s Commission.
Panchkula, Jun 5(UNI) In a major crackdown on fugitives evading the justice system, Panchkula Police have arrested 146 proclaimed offenders (POs) and absconding accused persons in the first five months of 2026, targeting individuals wanted in serious criminal cases ranging from attempted murder and illegal arms possession to drug trafficking, theft, and cheque bounce offences.
Lucknow, Jun 5 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak on Friday honoured 51 distinguished artists selected with Sangeet Natak Academy Awards for the years 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 for their remarkable contributions, outstanding creativity, dedication, and significant role in preserving and promoting cultural heritage in the fields of music, dance, drama, and folk arts.
Nagpur, June 5 (UNI): In a daring daylight robbery near Ambazari Lake in Nagpur, three unidentified assailants allegedly attacked a forex exchange manager by throwing chilli powder in his eyes and decamped with cash worth Rs 7.16 lakh, police said on Friday.
Bhopal, June 5 (UNI) Sleuths of the Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN) claimed to have arrested a youth from a train and recovered about 1.06 kg heroin worth more than Rs one crore from his possession in the early hours of Friday at Ujjain railway station in Madhya Pradesh.
Vijayawada, June 5 (UNI) The Detailed Project Report (DPR) for a Telugu Virtual Academy, modelled on Tamil Nadu’s online Tamil teaching programme that reaches 45 countries, has been prepared and will be submitted to Education Minister Nara Lokesh, Telugu and Sanskrit Academy Chairman R D Wilson said on Friday. .
Kolkata, June 5 (UNI) A year-long afforestation programme wherein 1.10 crore trees of different species will be planted across the state was formally launched by West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Friday.
Lucknow, Jun 5 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Excise, Nitin Agarwal, claimed that the Excise Department is achieving remarkable milestones in revenue growth and effective enforcement actions against illicit liquor.
Monaco, June 5 (UNI) Audi has made it clear it wants turbos to remain part of Formula 1 when new engines are introduced in either 2030 or 2031.
Itanagar, June 5 (UNI): The National Institute of Mountaineering and Adventure Sports (NIMAS), Dirang, Arunachal Pradesh, celebrated World Environment Day and its 13th foundation year by launching a massive plantation drive under the Government of India’s flagship campaign, “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam,” at Dirang in West Kameng district on Friday.
New Delhi, June 5 (UNI) The Passing Out Parade (POP) of the 01/26 batch of trainees will be held at INS Chilka on June 12, marking the successful completion of 16 weeks of intensive ab-initio training by the eighth batch of Agniveers of the Indian Navy and Naviks of the Indian Coast Guard.
New Delhi, 5 Jun (UNI): On the occasion of World Environment Day, Bhupender Yadav, Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, along with Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, launched the foundation for 18 ‘Namo Oxygen Parks’ across Delhi from the Maidangarhi area in South Delhi on Friday.
Chennai, June 5 (UNI) The first Tamil Nadu Assembly session of the newly-formed Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) regime headed by Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay will commence on June 18, with the customary address to the new House by Governor R V Arlekar.
Chandigarh, June 05 (UNI): The disappearance of 14 young girls and minors within a mere 38-day window in Ludhiana has triggered widespread panic, turning the spotlight squarely onto the state government''s law and order machinery and raising sharp questions over the delayed intervention of the Punjab State Women’s Commission.
Kakamigahara (Japan), June 5 (UNI) After an intense and well-fought 2-2 draw over four quarters, the Indian U18 Women’s Hockey Team suffered a 1-3 defeat in shootout against China in their semi-final clash at the U18 Asia Cup 2026 in Kakamigahara, Japan, on Friday.
Chhapra, Jun 5 (UNI) More than 12 people fell sick after an ammonia gas leak from a cold storage in Saran district of Bihar, triggering panic among residents in nearby localities.
New Delhi, Jun 5 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday welcomed the designation of the Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary (Surha Tal) in Uttar Pradesh''s Ballia district as India''s 100th Ramsar site, describing the achievement as a significant milestone in the country''s efforts to protect wetlands and biodiversity.
Bhubaneswar, June 5 (UNI) One person was killed and 16 others sustained injuries in two separate road accidents reported from Angul and Mayurbhanj districts of Odisha on Friday.
Hyderabad, June 5 (UNI) In a remarkable initiative showcasing rapid housing construction, officials completed a fully functional house in just 12 days at Adibatla on the outskirts of Hyderabad.
Kinshasa, June 5 (UNI) Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have risen to 381, including 63 deaths, Health Minister Roger Kamba said. .
Thiruvananthapurm, June 5 (UNI) The investigation into the Air India AI171 tragedy must remain comprehensive, transparent, and evidence-based, with no credible line of inquiry ruled out prematurely, according to cybersecurity and digital governance expert K. S. Manoj.
Kendrapara, Jun 5 (UNI) In a dramatic fight for survival, a 40-year-old man narrowly escaped death after battling a giant estuarine crocodile for more than ten minutes when the reptile attacked him while he was bathing inside a fenced bathing ghat on the Brahmani River in Odisha''s Kendrapara district.
Kolkata, June 4 (UNI) A youth, Mohsin Ali, was arrested from south Kolkata''s Park Circus area for allegedly charging Rs 100 from several women inside a Trinamool Congress party office for helping them fill up Annapurna Yojana forms.
Kolkata, June 4 (UNI) Putting efforts to end the impasse over monthly meetings of Kolkata Municipal Corporation, the chairperson of the civic body, Mala Roy, on Thursday announced June 19 as the date of the KMC House.
New Delhi, June 4 (UNI) Following the directions of Delhi Health Minister Dr. Pankaj Kumar Singh, the Department of Food Safety has intensified surveillance, inspection and enforcement activities across the national capital, collecting 217 food samples during May and initiating legal action against 12 food business operators for violations of prescribed food safety standards.
New Delhi, June 4 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Mumbai Zonal Office, on Thursday said it recently conducted search operations at 21 locations across Mumbai, Surat, Ankleshwar, and Rajkot as part of an investigation into a transnational organised narcotics trafficking syndicate allegedly operated by Salim Ismail Dola and his associates.
Kolkata, June 4 (UNI) The state will introduce the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rural Employment and Livelihood Augmentation Mission–Gramin (VB-GRAM-G) from July 1, Rural Development Minister Dilip Ghosh said on Thursday.
New Delhi, 4 Jun (UNI) Ahmedabad, Nagpur, and Madurai in India are among the list of top-ten cities in the world that are most vulnerable to heat, according to a new study published in the journal “Sustainable Cities and Society.” .
Visakhapatnam, June 4 (UNI) Officials of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Visakhapatnam Regional Unit, seized 79.45 kg of ganja worth around Rs 16 lakh and arrested two persons near Nathavalasa Toll Plaza in Vizianagaram district of Andhra Pradesh.
Chandigarh, Jun 4 (UNI) Two Sikh women wearing traditional Nihang attire and carrying falcons perched on their heads became the centre of attention at Sri Harmandir Sahib during the ongoing June 1984 martyrdom remembrance events in Amritsar.
Kakamigahara (Japan), June 4 ( UNI) The Indian U-18 Women’s and Men’s Hockey Teams are set to compete in the Semi-Finals of the Under-18 Asia Cup 2026 on Friday after impressive performances in the pool stages here.
Chennai, June 4 (UNI) The Madras High Court has declared former Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker M Appavu as the winner from Radhapuram seat in the 2016 Assembly elections, while setting aside the victory of AIADMK''s I S Inbadurai as null and void.
New Delhi, Jun 4 (UNI) The Delhi government Thursday announced that an ex gratia of Rs 10 lakh will be provided to the next of kin of each deceased in the tragic fire at Hauz Rani guest house, while those who have been seriously injured will receive Rs 5 lakh in assistance.
Lucknow, June 4 (UNI) A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Uttar Pradesh Clean Air Management Project (UPCAMP) Authority, which is being implemented with the support of the World Bank, and 15 Regional Knowledge Centres at the Directorate of Environment and Climate Change.
New Delhi, Jun 4 (UNI) Congress on Thursday cited the recent interim findings of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) concerning Rajesh Exports and questioned how public sector institutions, particularly Life Insurance Corporation of India, failed to detect alleged irregularities despite having significant exposure to the company.
Chennai, June 4 (UNI) In its first major initiative towards industrial developnent, the Tamil Nadu government headed by Chief Minister Vijay on Thursday signed MoUs with leading firm Larsen and Toubro for launching three projects involving an investment of Rs 18,600 crore in an attempt to reach its ambitious target of achieving USD 1.5 trillion economy by 2036.
Lucknow, June 4 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to ensure that the celebrations marking the completion of 12 years of the Narendra Modi-led Central Government are transformed into a mass public movement, driven by active citizen participation and public awareness across the state.
Hyderabad, June 3 (UNI) In one of the biggest commercial land transactions in Hyderabad''s real estate market, Vamsiram Builders has acquired a prime 5.09-acre land parcel in Raidurgam for approximately ₹1,040 crore and announced plans to develop a landmark 30-storey mixed-use commercial tower with a built-up area of 20 lakh square feet.
Margao, June 3 (UNI) The Indian football team marched into the final of the SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 after defeating Bhutan 1-0 in the semis at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here in Goa on Wednesday. .
Panchkula, June 3 (UNI) A special POCSO court in Panchkula has convicted a shop worker for molesting a 12-year-old girl and threatening to kill her, sentencing him to three years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs 10,000 under Section 8 of the POCSO Act.
Lucknow, June 3 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh government has approved 1,725 air-conditioned electric buses on the Gross Cost Contract (GCC) model in 18 cities of the state .
Atul Krishan New Delhi, Jun 3 (UNI) At least 21 persons, including 17 foreign nationals, were burnt alive, while around 35 others were injured after a major fire broke out at Hotel Flourish Stay Guest House, near Mikasa Inn Rooms, Hauz Rani in South Delhi’s Malviya Nagar area on Wednesday morning.
Mumbai, Jun 3 (UNI) BJP state president Ravindra Chavan expressed confidence here on Wednesday that all 17 official candidates of the ruling Mahayuti coalition alliance will win in the forthcoming Legislative Council elections. Speaking at the joint press conference of the Mahayuti here on Wednesday, Chavan announced the list of official candidates of the Mahayuti, in the presence of Sunetra Ajit Pawar-led NCP state president MLA Sunil Tatkare, Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena leader Rahul Shewale and BJP state chief spokesperson Navnath Ban, who were present.
Hyderabad, June 3 (UNI) Hyderabad has emerged as one of India''s fastest-growing data centre markets, with its live data centre capacity more than doubling to 151.4 MW by the end of 2025 and a massive 1.9 GW development pipeline positioning the city as a leading hyperscale and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure hub, according to a report released by Knight Frank India.
Midnapore, June 3 (UNI) Invoking the ideals of education, knowledge and progress that define the legacy of Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar, West Bengal Governor R.N. Ravi on Wednesday urged universities to scale up innovation, research output and patent generation to help realise the national vision of a “Viksit Bharat” by 2047.
Shimla, June 3 (UNI): In a major relief to fishermen dependent on reservoir fisheries, the Himachal Pradesh Government has reduced the royalty on fish catch from reservoirs from 7.5 per cent to one per cent, a move expected to benefit more than 6,500 fishermen families across the state.
Bhubaneswar, Jun 3 (UNI): In a major boost to science and technology education among tribal students, 13 Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs) in Odisha have been selected for the establishment of advanced Space Labs under a nationwide initiative of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
Hyderabad, June 3 (UNI) Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka on Wednesday handed over a Rs 1 crore accident insurance cheque to the family of an NPDCL employee who lost his life while performing official duties.
Varanasi, Jun 3 (UNI) A total of 14 accused, including senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders, were acquitted by the MP-MLA court on Wednesday in the 2005 Gyanvapi dispute case. Gulshan Kapoor, who was acquitted in the case, explained that a minor altercation over Maulana Batin''s security check during Friday prayers on September 2, 2005, during the Samajwadi Party government, gradually escalated into a violent riot, resulting in significant damage to government property. During the Samajwadi Party regime, several innocent people were implicated in the investigation.
Vijayawada, June 3 (UNI): Former Chief Minister and YSRCP President Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy expressed deep grief over the tragic fire accident at a restaurant in Delhi’s Malviya Nagar area that claimed 21 lives.
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Nandyala, June 3 (UNI) The police arrested three notorious interstate burglars at Rudraksha Gutta area on the outskirts of Gooty town of the district and recovered Rs 14 lakh booty, a car and 45 liters of country-made liquor.
Bhubaneswar, June 3 (UNI) Odisha Power Generation Corporation Ltd. (OPGC) has achieved a significant milestone in operational performance, securing the first position among all state-sector power generating companies in India based on Plant Load Factor (PLF) rankings up to May 2026.
Hyderabad, June 3 (UNI) In a joint operation, the Hyderabad City Police Task Force and S R Nagar police arrested a suspended CISF constable and seized 158 kg of dried ganja worth around Rs 79 lakh from his possession.
Tirumala, June 3 (UNI) The sacred Srivari Laddu, one of the most revered temple prasadam offerings in the world, registered an all-time high in sales during May 2026, with Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) selling more than 1.21 crore laddus to devotees visiting the hill shrine of Lord Venkateswara.
Rajahmundry, June 3 (UNI) A tiger strayed into a village in Devipatnam Mandal in Polavaram district of Andhra Pradesh during the early hours of Wednesday and killed as many as thirteen calves. A forest department contingent comprising approximately 100 personnel arrived at the scene of the incident in Gangnam Palem village in a bid to capture the big cat.
Hyderabad, June 3 (UNI) T-Hub, one of the world''s largest startup innovation hubs, on Wednesday announced the launching of its third cohort of its ORBIT SpaceTech accelerator programme, inducting 13 startups developing critical technologies across propulsion systems, orbital servicing, sovereign compute, satellite intelligence, space-based energy systems, satellite connectivity and geospatial applications.
Kakamigahara (Japan), June 3 (UNI) The Indian U-18 Men’s Hockey Team produced a clinical display against Chinese Taipei, registering a commanding 13-1 victory in its last Pool A match of the U-18 Asia Cup 2026 here on Wednesday.
Dhaka, Jun 3 (UNI) Bangladesh’s measles outbreak continues to worsen as seven more children died in the country in the past 24hrs, taking the total death toll to 601, as per the data of the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).
Parwinder Sandhu New Delhi, Jun 3 (UNI) Security agencies on Wednesday dismissed as false a viral social media claim alleging that 18 Indian Army personnel had been killed during an ongoing operation in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir, even as a major anti-terror operation in the region entered its 12th consecutive day.
New Delhi, Jun 3 (UNI)The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on Wednesday approved a Rs 4,415.60-crore project for the upgradation and widening of key stretches of National Highway 347B in Madhya Pradesh, a move aimed at improving connectivity, easing congestion and strengthening economic linkages across several districts of the state. Announcing the decision after the Cabinet meeting, union Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the project involves the upgradation of the existing intermediate lane to a two-lane road with paved shoulders along the 125.01-km Hiwarkhedi–.
Chennai, June 3 (UNI) As the filing of nominations for the June 18 biennial elections to the lone Rajya Sabha seat from the Tamil Nadu Assembly were underway, Congress on Wednesday urged Chief Minister and ruling TVK Founder C Joseph Vijay to allot the seat to it.
Sangareddy (Telangana), June 3 (UNI) Telangana IT and Industries Minister Duddilla Sridhar Babu along with Health Minister Damodar Rajanarasimha on Wednesday laid the foundation stone for a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility of Theranym Biologics at Borpatla village in Hatnoora mandal of Sangareddy district.
Chennai, June 3 (UNI) The Chennais Amirta Group of Institutions on Wednesday hosted the 10th Graduation Day in the city.
Chandigarh, June 3 (UNI) The Punjab government has expanded the scope of its flagship Chief Minister Sehat Yojana, allowing beneficiaries to avail cashless treatment for 17 additional medical procedures at empanelled private hospitals and extending coverage to individuals living alone, including senior citizens, widows and parents whose children reside abroad.
New Delhi, Jun 3 (UNI) In a major relief measure for the aviation sector grappling with soaring fuel costs amid the ongoing West Asia crisis, the union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a one-time budgetary support package of up to Rs 10,000 crore for Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) to facilitate Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) price stabilisation for scheduled Indian airlines.
Chandigarh, Jun 3 (UNI) union Minister of State Ravneet Singh Bittu has expressed his desire to contest the Punjab Assembly elections, saying he wants to return to active state politics after spending nearly 17 years in Parliament, and work directly for the people of Punjab.
Kakamigahara (Japan), June 3 (UNI) The Indian U18 Women’s Hockey Team produced a sensational attacking display to thrash Singapore 25-0 in their final Pool A match of the Women’s U18 Asia Cup 2026 here.
New Delhi, June 3 (UNI) 18 were brought dead, 15 in ICU: Max HospitalMax Super Speciality Hospital, Saket on Wednesday issued a detailed medical bulletin on victims brought in after the devastating fire in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, as the death toll rose to 21.
New Delhi, June 3 (UNI): The death toll in the devastating fire at Hotel Lemon in South Delhi''s Malviya Nagar has risen to 21, while 37 people, including several foreign nationals, were rescued in a large-scale emergency operation, officials confirmed on Wednesday.
New Delhi, Jun 3 (UNI) At least ten people were killed after a massive fire broke out at a restaurant in South Delhi''s Malviya Nagar area on Wednesday morning. A total of 37 people were rescued by firefighters, police personnel and local residents, and were rushed to nearby hospitals.
New Delhi, Jun 3 (UNI) At least ten people were killed after a major fire broke out at a restaurant in South Delhi''s Malviya Nagar area on Wednesday morning.
Lucknow, Jun 3(UNI) Air Customs and Air Intelligence Unit (AIU) have seized an NDPS substance suspected to be Ganja/Marijuana from a passenger''s checked-in luggage, which reached Chaudhury Charan Singh International Airport on a Muscat-to-Lucknow flight.
Chennai, June 3 (UNI) Rich tributes were paid to former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK Patriarch M Karunanidhi on his 103rd birth anniversary in the state on Wednesday.
Mumbai, June 2 (UNI) In a significant decision regarding the Maharashtra government''s flagship Mukhyamantri Ladki Bahin Yojana, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis today announced that no recovery will be made from the 81 lakh women beneficiaries who were recently declared ineligible for failing to complete the mandatory e-KYC process.
Panchkula, June 2 (UNI) In a major crackdown on cybercrime, Panchkula Police have busted an alleged fake international call centre operating from Sector 2 and arrested 21 persons accused of impersonating Amazon customer support executives to target citizens in the United States.
Mumbai, June 2 (UNI) The romantic number ''Maskara'' from Imtiaz Ali’s upcoming film "Main Wapas Aaunga" has become a runaway success online, garnering over 10 million views and inspiring more than 100,000 reels across social media platforms.
Mumbai, June 2 (UNI) Actor Vikram Chatterjee is gearing up for the release of his upcoming Bengali web series "Taarkata", which is scheduled to premiere on June 12.
Dharamshala, June 2 (UNI) A district-wide Mega Disaster Management Mock Exercise will be conducted in Kangra district on June 15 as part of the 10th State-Level Mega Mock Exercise being organized across Himachal Pradesh by the State Disaster Management Authority (HPSDMA) in collaboration with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).
Dharamshala, June 2 (UNI) Deputy Commissioner Kangra Hemraj Bairwa has urged citizens to actively participate in the Census 2027 exercise, describing the census as the foundation of democracy and a crucial tool for policy formulation, development planning and implementation of welfare schemes.
New Delhi, June 2 (UNI) Anger and grief swept through Chhatarpur Enclave on Tuesday as family members, relatives and local residents staged a protest following the death of 17-year-old Sai Kumar, who succumbed to injuries days after being shot in the head in South East Delhi''s Amar Colony area.
Lucknow, June 2 (UNI) As Uttar Pradesh intensifies efforts to achieve its ambitious $1 trillion economy target, the Yogi Adityanath government is steadily expanding its focus beyond traditional manufacturing and services by aggressively promoting the pharmaceutical and healthcare manufacturing sector as a major economic growth driver.
Jaipur, Jun 2 (UNI) The Rajasthan Police Special Operations Group (SoG) has announced cash reward of Rs 10,000 each to informers for providing tip-off leading to the arrest of 15 absconding accused wanted in paper leak scams or in the cases of planting proxies (imposters) in some recruitment exams in the state. An SoG spokesman here on Tuesday released the official list of 15 such notorious "paper leak mafias" who have reportedly been absconding since the busting of a major paper leak scam in year 2024.
Satish Seth Kaithal, Jun 2 (UNI) As directed by the Haryana State Legal Services Authority and under the "Samadhan Samaroh" conducted by the Supreme Court, a long-standing dispute pending in the top court for nearly 14 years was amicably settled through mediation.
Hyderabad, June 2 (UNI) The 17th Monsoon Regatta National Ranking Sailing Championship got underway on Tuesday under challenging conditions, with light winds and soaring temperatures limiting competition on the opening day at Hussain Sagar.
Zurich (Switzerland), June 2 (UNI) The final squad lists for the FIFA World Cup 2026 have been published by FIFA, representing one of the tournament’s most exciting milestones with just nine days to go until kick-off.
New Delhi, Jun 2 (UNI) The Government of India has invited nominations for the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP) 2026, one of the country''s highest civilian honours for children, recognizing exceptional achievements across diverse fields. The nominations will remain open until July 31.
Kolkata, June 2 (UNI) West Bengal BJP president and Rajya Sabha MP Samik Bhattacharya on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the Trinamool Congress (TMC), describing its 15-year rule in the state as a “nightmare” for the people of Bengal and claiming that voters had decisively rejected the party when given the opportunity.
Vijayawada, June 2 (UNI) Telugu Desam Party President and Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has called for heightened awareness and vigilance ahead of the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, describing voter registration and verification as a critical organisational responsibility.
New Delhi, Jun 2 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Bhopal Zonal Office, on Tuesday said it has provisionally attached movable and immovable properties worth Rs 18.20 crore belonging to Dharmendra Singh Bhadauria, former District Excise Officer of Alirajpur, and his family members.
Hyderabad, June 2 (UNI) The Telangana Prisons and Correctional Services Department on Tuesday released 91 life convict prisoners under a special remission granted by the State Government as part of rehabilitation and correctional reforms.
New Delhi, June 2 (UNI) A total of 31 accused have been named in chargesheets filed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in four separate cases in the Malda Special Intensive Revision (SIR) related road blockades and illegal detention of judicial officers.
Chandrapur, June 2 (UNI): A 16-year-old student drowned while bathing with friends at Donge Ghat on Chandgaon Road near Brahmapuri in Maharashtra’s Chandrapur district on Tuesday morning, police said.
Washington, Jun 2 (UNI) The US Justice Department said on Monday it would halt work on the controversial $1.8 billion anti-weaponisation fund after a federal judge temporarily blocked the programme.
Colombo, June 2 (UNI) India all-rounder Vijay Shankar is set to become the lone Indian player in the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2026 after being signed by Kandy Royals, while Sri Lanka international Avishka Fernando emerged as the No. 1 overall pick in the Season 6 Draft as franchises completed their squads for the highly anticipated sixth edition of the tournament.
New Delhi, 2 Jun (UNI): The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Tuesday said that its re-evaluation portal was hit by a "barrage of cyberattacks".
Mumbai, June 2 (UNI) The makers of the animated feature film "Mahaprabhu Jagannath" have announced that the spiritually themed family entertainer will hit cinemas across India on July 10.
New Delhi, June 2 (UNI) Health and Family Welfare Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda on Tuesday highlighted the government''s efforts to strengthen preventive healthcare, stating that more than 36 crore people have been screened for oral cancer across the country.
Tokyo, June 2 (UNI) Tropical Storm Jangmi injured at least 16 people, knocked out power to tens of thousands of homes and prompted evacuation advisories for nearly 400,000 residents across southwestern Japan on Tuesday as it moved toward the country''s mainland.
Dubai, June 2 (UNI) England spinner Linsey Smith has continued her remarkable recent rise by claiming top spot on the ICC Women''s T20I Bowler Rankings.
Khammam, June 2 (UNI) Telangana Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Bhatti Vikramarka on Tuesday said the state government has set a target to transform Telangana into a USD 1 trillion economy by 2034 and a USD 3 trillion economy by 2047.
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Moscow, Jun 2 (UNI) After warning of conducting “systematic attacks” in response to Ukrainian strikes, Russia launched its seventh-largest attack since the invasion was launched in 2022, on Ukraine overnight, involving drones and ballistic missiles, killing at least 10 people and destroying residential buildings in multiple cities.
Bhubaneswar, Jun 2 (UNI) The Orissa High Court has quashed criminal proceedings under the Prevention of Corruption Act against several government officials in a vigilance case dating back to the nineties relating to the alleged embezzlement of Rs 1.50 lakh meant for the installation of shallow tube wells for small and marginal farmers in Jagatsinghpur district''s Raghunathpur block.
Srinagar, June 2 (UNI) The Srinagar International Airport is likely to suspend all flight operations for 15 days from October 1 to facilitate major runway maintenance and repair work, officials said on Tuesday.
Panchkula, June 2 (UNI) In a major crackdown on cybercrime, the Cyber Police Station of Panchkula has unearthed an alleged international online fraud network operating from a fake call centre in Sector-2 market and detained 21 persons in connection with the case.
Chennai, June 2 (UNI) Despite global headwinds, the Indian Railways maintained its freight growth momentum by loading 145 million tonnes of freight in May 2026, registering a 1.3 per cent increase over May 2025.
Thiruvananthapuram, June 2 (UNI) Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan has announced that the State Government has set an ambitious target of increasing daily milk production to 100 lakh litres (one crore litres) within the next three years, with the objective of achieving self-sufficiency in the dairy sector.