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Members of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) continued their protest at Jantar Mantar, demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over alleged examination irregularities. Despite police directives to vacate, the group, led by founder Abhijeet Dipke, vowed to stay until the minister resigns and justice is served for students. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk also pledged support, threatening a hunger strike.

Renting a house? Landlords often ask for extensive financial documents, but the Model Tenancy Act of 2021 clarifies tenant obligations. Only basic identification like Aadhaar and PAN cards are legally required for the Rent Authority. Financial history such as salary slips and bank statements are not mandatory under the Act, though landlords may use them for private vetting. Remember, states must adopt this framework for it to be legally binding.

The deceased were identified as A. Selvam (55) and K. Kamatchi (50) of Kunnoor; the injured were rushed to the Government hospital in Rajapalayam

Virat Kohli was named in the squad, but his participation is subject to fitness clearance.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu's 'Maa Inti Bangaaram' is holding its ground at the box office, raking in an estimated Rs 1.57 crore on its third day. The film has garnered a total of Rs 14.42 crore net in India so far. Despite a moderate Sunday, the movie's strong opening weekend performance and consistent footfall indicate a steady theatrical run. Critics have praised Samantha's compelling portrayal and the film's emotional depth.

Mr. Modi also said that this is a defining period in India's journey, where aspirations are reaching new heights

A 19-year-old NEET aspirant tragically died by suicide in Hyderabad's Miyapur, police reported Sunday. Found hanging in her apartment, she left a note stating no one was responsible. Investigators suspect intense pressure from the NEET re-examination, scheduled for Sunday, may have led to this devastating outcome. The incident highlights the immense stress faced by students preparing for competitive exams.

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who joined the protest on June 20, announced that he would go on a hunger strike on June 27 if Union Education Miniser Dharmendra Pradhan did not step down

Sportspersons are often advised to play according to occasion, to minimise risk when the pressure rises. Sooryavanshi appears to have chosen a different route. Whether it was the World Cup final, the IPL knockout or Sunday's tri-series final, he has trusted the same game that brought him here in the first place. He has trusted the attack and his wrists.

He was joined by Baba Ramdev at Yoga Day event in Vijayawada; the CM said Prime Minister Modi has brought global recognition to yoga

Collector S. Ram Sundar Reddy, Joint Collector Sedhu Madhavan, and other officials performed yoga asanas at Balaji junction, the main venue for the Yoga Day celebrations in the district

No major waterlogging or rain-related incidents were reported during the period, officials said

NASA faces criticism for selecting an all-male crew for the upcoming Artemis III mission, despite the program's stated commitment to diversity. While the agency defends the choice based on mission requirements and astronaut expertise, critics argue it undermines the goal of landing the first woman on the Moon. The mission itself is a crucial test phase for future lunar landings, not a landing mission.

International Day of Yoga is celebrated globally on June 21 every year, since its adoption by the United Nations in 2014

The agency alleged that its probe found AVS Group operated ten mining leases during 2007-12 and generated proceeds of crime of ₹2,492.95 crore from the illegal extraction, sale and export of iron ore

AI pioneer Boris Cherny, co-founder of Anthropic, is shifting his focus from manual prompt writing to 'loop engineering.' This new approach involves AI agents autonomously generating and refining prompts, moving beyond constant human input. Other AI leaders like Peter Steinberger and Addy Osmani echo this sentiment, emphasizing the design of these AI 'loops' over direct prompting. This evolution positions AI agents as more akin to employees, managing tasks and workflows.

Melinda French Gates urges newly wealthy tech professionals, anticipating IPOs from companies like SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic, to pledge at least half their earnings to philanthropy. She emphasizes that wealth is a responsibility, built on societal foundations, and advocates for giving back rather than ostentatious displays of fortune. French Gates, a co-founder of the Giving Pledge, believes in funding the future through substantial donations.

Yash's much-awaited action film 'Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups' has a confirmed worldwide release date of August 26, 2026. The star himself announced the news via Instagram with a striking new poster. This date follows several previous schedule adjustments for the Geethu Mohandas directorial, which boasts a star-studded cast including Nayanthara and Kiara Advani. Expectations remain high for this grand cinematic project.

A 20-year-old NEET aspirant in Hosur died by suicide on the eve of his retest, reportedly due to immense pressure and fear of failing after three years of preparation. His parents were away when he took the extreme step. A suicide note found expressed his love for his family and his deep-seated anxiety about the exam. Police are investigating the tragic incident.