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Karnataka MLC polls: Congress wins 5 seats amid cross-voting; BJP gets 2 seats
This was first electoral contest since DK Shivakumar assumed CM office. Read More
PM Modi pitches India as global technology and AI hub at VivaTech 2026 in Paris
PM at VivaTech (ANI)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday showcased India’s technological transformation and innovation ecosystem at VivaTech 2026 in Paris, positioning the country as a global hub for artificial intelligen Read More
‘How can rights of 150 million users be curtailed’: Delhi HC questions Centre over Telegram ban for NEET retest
The Centre defended the move, arguing that Telegram’s architecture makes it uniquely vulnerable to misuse. Read More
Jharkhand Rajya Sabha polls: Cross-voting helps NDA-backed Parimal Nathwani win; JMM bags other seat
Parimal Nathwani (PTI photo)
NEW DELHI: National Democratic Alliance (NDA)-backed Independent candidate Parimal Nathwani won one of the two Jharkhand Rajya Sabha seats in a closely contested election that saw rival camps lock horns Read More
22-year-old missing Agniveer found hanging inside vacant Army barrack
Representative image
NEW DELHI: A 22-year-old Agniveer who had been untraceable for the last three days was found dead inside a vacant barrack at the Sikh Light Infantry Regimental Centre in Fatehgarh on Thursday, officials told new Read More
Dhanush’s ‘D55’ is titled ‘OM’; intense title teaser out now
D55 titled ‘OM’
After months of curiosity, Dhanush’s much-awaited 55th film has finally received its official title. Read More
3 Idiots sequel: Rajkumar reveals Rancho, Farhan, Raju are now dealing with mid-life crisis
Rajkumar Hirani confirmed that the ‘3 Idiots’ sequel is still in the scripting stage and will focus on Rancho, Farhan and Raju dealing with mid-life crisis, 15-20 years later. Read More
Olivia Wilde on realising that her relationship with Jason Sudeikis was over
Olivia Wilde recalls the moment she realized that she and Jason Sudeikis’ relationship was no longer working.
Recently, Olivia Wilde has gotten candid about her personal life and past relationships. Read More
Salman not making a cameo in Welcome To The Jungle
Reports have confirmed that Salman Khan will not be making a cameo in ‘Welcome To The Jungle’, releasing June 26. Rumours started after actor Krushna Abhishek’s cryptic response to paparazzi. Read More
Neil Patrick Harris raves about Vikas Khanna’s restaurant
Neil Patrick Harris visits ‘Master Chef India’ judge Vikas Khanna’s restaurant, and calls his food crazy good. Read More
Quote Of The Day | Why Ratan Tata Believed Mindset Is The Key To Success
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Ratan Tata’s quote likens negative mindset to rust destroying iron.
Internal negativity and self-doubt hinder success more than external obstacles. Read More
EPFO Interest Rate Unchanged At 8.25%; Here’s When Members May Get The Credit
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Government ratified 8.25% EPF interest rate for 2025-26.
Finance Ministry approved EPFO’s fixed 8.25% interest rate. Read More
Oil Shock Ahead? Crisil Sees India’s Current Account Deficit Climbing To 2.2%
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India’s CAD projected to rise to 2.2% by FY27.
Elevated energy prices, $90-95, will impact trade balance.
Exports accelerated 18%, imports surged 20.6% in May. Read More
Rupee Erases Early Losses To Close Higher Amid US-Iran Breakthrough
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US-Iran peace agreement boosted global market sentiments positively.
Rupee gained 14 paise, settling at 94.36 against dollar. Read More
Food Prices, Growth And Inflation: The Hidden Risks Of A Longer El Niño
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Fitch predicts El Niño will persist until early 2027.
This threatens global food output and increased inflation. Read More
No Plus One Required: The Rise of the Indian Woman Who Travels Alone and Loves It
A profound shift in travel is sweeping how Indian women travel. Read More
Cordelia Cruises to launch IPO on June 23 to raise over Rs 585 cr
Waterways Leisure Tourism Limited, operator of the domestic cruise player Cordelia Cruises, has announced the launch of its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on June 23 to raise Rs 585 crore to fund the next phase of growth for the company. Read More
Why Indian travellers are returning to festivals instead of destinations?
For decades, outbound travel from India was largely centred around destinations—visiting iconic landmarks, ticking countries off bucket lists and pursuing traditional sightseeing itineraries. Today, that model is rapidly evolving. Read More
Telangana, South Africa to cooperate in skilled workforce, medical tourism
Telangana and South Africa have agreed to cooperate in the fields of education, medical tourism and investments.
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, along with Ministers D. Sridhar Babu and C. Read More
Uttarakhand Tourism promotes Tons Valley as emerging adventure tourism hub
Uttarakhand Tourism has announced a strategic initiative to position the Tons Valley as one of India’s emerging adventure tourism destinations, strengthening the state’s portfolio beyond its established pilgrimage and mountain tourism Read More
Karnataka MLC polls: Congress wins 5 seats amid cross-voting; BJP gets 2 seats
This was first electoral contest since DK Shivakumar assumed CM office. Read More
PM Modi pitches India as global technology and AI hub at VivaTech 2026 in Paris
PM at VivaTech (ANI)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday showcased India’s technological transformation and innovation ecosystem at VivaTech 2026 in Paris, positioning the country as a global hub for artificial intelligen Read More
‘How can rights of 150 million users be curtailed’: Delhi HC questions Centre over Telegram ban for NEET retest
The Centre defended the move, arguing that Telegram’s architecture makes it uniquely vulnerable to misuse. Read More
Jharkhand Rajya Sabha polls: Cross-voting helps NDA-backed Parimal Nathwani win; JMM bags other seat
Parimal Nathwani (PTI photo)
NEW DELHI: National Democratic Alliance (NDA)-backed Independent candidate Parimal Nathwani won one of the two Jharkhand Rajya Sabha seats in a closely contested election that saw rival camps lock horns Read More
22-year-old missing Agniveer found hanging inside vacant Army barrack
Representative image
NEW DELHI: A 22-year-old Agniveer who had been untraceable for the last three days was found dead inside a vacant barrack at the Sikh Light Infantry Regimental Centre in Fatehgarh on Thursday, officials told new Read More
Dhanush’s ‘D55’ is titled ‘OM’; intense title teaser out now
D55 titled ‘OM’
After months of curiosity, Dhanush’s much-awaited 55th film has finally received its official title. Read More
3 Idiots sequel: Rajkumar reveals Rancho, Farhan, Raju are now dealing with mid-life crisis
Rajkumar Hirani confirmed that the ‘3 Idiots’ sequel is still in the scripting stage and will focus on Rancho, Farhan and Raju dealing with mid-life crisis, 15-20 years later. Read More
Olivia Wilde on realising that her relationship with Jason Sudeikis was over
Olivia Wilde recalls the moment she realized that she and Jason Sudeikis’ relationship was no longer working.
Recently, Olivia Wilde has gotten candid about her personal life and past relationships. Read More
Salman not making a cameo in Welcome To The Jungle
Reports have confirmed that Salman Khan will not be making a cameo in ‘Welcome To The Jungle’, releasing June 26. Rumours started after actor Krushna Abhishek’s cryptic response to paparazzi. Read More
Neil Patrick Harris raves about Vikas Khanna’s restaurant
Neil Patrick Harris visits ‘Master Chef India’ judge Vikas Khanna’s restaurant, and calls his food crazy good. Read More
Quote Of The Day | Why Ratan Tata Believed Mindset Is The Key To Success
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Ratan Tata’s quote likens negative mindset to rust destroying iron.
Internal negativity and self-doubt hinder success more than external obstacles. Read More
EPFO Interest Rate Unchanged At 8.25%; Here’s When Members May Get The Credit
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Government ratified 8.25% EPF interest rate for 2025-26.
Finance Ministry approved EPFO’s fixed 8.25% interest rate. Read More
Oil Shock Ahead? Crisil Sees India’s Current Account Deficit Climbing To 2.2%
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
India’s CAD projected to rise to 2.2% by FY27.
Elevated energy prices, $90-95, will impact trade balance.
Exports accelerated 18%, imports surged 20.6% in May. Read More
Rupee Erases Early Losses To Close Higher Amid US-Iran Breakthrough
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
US-Iran peace agreement boosted global market sentiments positively.
Rupee gained 14 paise, settling at 94.36 against dollar. Read More
Food Prices, Growth And Inflation: The Hidden Risks Of A Longer El Niño
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Fitch predicts El Niño will persist until early 2027.
This threatens global food output and increased inflation. Read More
No Plus One Required: The Rise of the Indian Woman Who Travels Alone and Loves It
A profound shift in travel is sweeping how Indian women travel. Read More
Cordelia Cruises to launch IPO on June 23 to raise over Rs 585 cr
Waterways Leisure Tourism Limited, operator of the domestic cruise player Cordelia Cruises, has announced the launch of its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on June 23 to raise Rs 585 crore to fund the next phase of growth for the company. Read More
Why Indian travellers are returning to festivals instead of destinations?
For decades, outbound travel from India was largely centred around destinations—visiting iconic landmarks, ticking countries off bucket lists and pursuing traditional sightseeing itineraries. Today, that model is rapidly evolving. Read More
Telangana, South Africa to cooperate in skilled workforce, medical tourism
Telangana and South Africa have agreed to cooperate in the fields of education, medical tourism and investments.
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, along with Ministers D. Sridhar Babu and C. Read More
Uttarakhand Tourism promotes Tons Valley as emerging adventure tourism hub
Uttarakhand Tourism has announced a strategic initiative to position the Tons Valley as one of India’s emerging adventure tourism destinations, strengthening the state’s portfolio beyond its established pilgrimage and mountain tourism Read More
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Indian-origin Texas county judge KP George sentenced to 180 days in jail, 5 years’ probation for buying new house with election campaign money
Indian-origin Texas county judge KP George, who was suspended earlier, has now been sentenced to jail time and probation. Read More
UK court jails 2 British-Chinese nationals for spying on Hong Kong dissidents
Bill Yuen (left) and Peter Wai have been jailed for 8 and 10 years respectively
A British court on Thursday jailed two dual Chinese-British nationals for spying on UK-based Hong Kong dissidents, calling their actions “deliberate, co Read More
Weapons, money and ships: How is this Iran deal different from others?
But significantly it allows for the issuing of waivers immediately after the signing of the deal allowing “the export of Iranian crude oil, petroleum products and derivatives and all associated services including banking, transactions, insuranc Read More
Karnataka MLC polls: Congress wins 5 seats amid cross-voting; BJP gets 2 seats
This was first electoral contest since DK Shivakumar assumed CM office. Read More
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