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At an event organised by the State’s Social Welfare Department, Yumnam Khemchand Singh says drug traffickers changed routes after the ethnic conflict erupted in 2023

The video recorded during an IPL match showed him using a credit or debit card to make a powder line with a white substance placed on a mobile phone screen

He says there is no legal hurdle to United Democratic Front (UDF) government withdrawing from PM SHRI scheme.

Six armed forces personnel, including one IAF personnel, were killed in Operation Sindoor

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Residents, transporters and traders demand rollback of Himachal Pradesh’s vehicle entry tax as legal challenge continues and Nihang Sikhs threaten to revive ‘Khalsa tax’ agitation

Venezuela grapples with a devastating toll of 589 dead and nearly 3,000 injured following twin earthquakes. La Guaira state is severely impacted, with thousands missing and millions potentially affected. International rescue teams and aid, including India's 'Operation Amistad' and US assistance, are now arriving to support desperate search-and-rescue efforts amidst widespread destruction and fear of aftershocks.

Artificial intelligence, player health, fan engagement and startup innovation are quietly becoming part of the NBA's long-term strategy. At the Rising Stars Invitational in Singapore, the league unveiled a dedicated Asia track for NBA Launchpad, signalling a shift from viewing the region as merely a market to seeing it as a source of ideas that could redefine basketball on and off the court.

Kannada cinema still leans heavily on its tried-and-true male heroes and familiar storylines. It’s time for the industry to evolve and embrace a new generation of talent that reflects the vibrant, diverse audience it serves, writes Vivek M.V.

Justice Shamim Ahmed rules that an intending woman between 50 and 51 years of age will not become ineligible to avail of surrogacy

Operating each advisor’s office costs taxpayers roughly ₹2.5 lakh monthly. Civil Societies laments the appointments as an unconstitutional drain of public money. In-service bureaucrats are apprehensive that such appointments could create another level of hierarchy in administration.

The consultant will supervise the MEP, facade, interiors and allied works of the 145-department complex, with bids to be opened on June 30

Around 55 election petitions, challenging the victory of several high-profile candidates, have been filed in 2026 with respect to both Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Assembly elections, as against 23 petitions filed in 2016 and just 14 petitions in 2021

Brittany Mahomes shared that becoming a mother to Sterling, Bronze, and Golden has completely changed her outlook on life. She said motherhood made her more intentional, purposeful, and motivated to inspire her children to dream big and work hard. Brittany now prioritizes opportunities that align with her family values. Patrick Mahomes has also spoken about balancing his NFL career with being a devoted husband and father, emphasizing that family always comes first.

Mr. Fadnavis also accepted the family's demand to try the case in a fast-track court and approved the appointment of senior advocate Ujjwal Nikam as the special public prosecutor in the case

‘If I had links with Shivakumar, I would be as guilty as some of our MLAs, who have cross-voted in the Council elections and working against the party’

Officials of the WRD said work is in progress to issue fresh NOCs through the online portal in about a month

Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal has accused the Uttar Pradesh government of shielding powerful individuals in the alleged embezzlement of Ram Mandir donations. He claimed a "maha dacoity" occurred, with influential figures involved and the investigation being controlled by the accused. Meanwhile, UP CM Yogi Adityanath criticized Kejriwal's visit, stating Delhi has received only corruption from him.