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NCPI ready to accept merger of rebel TMC MPs; numbers may go up to 22: Kakoli Dastidar
“Acceptance has already come to us. They [NCPI] are happy to take us. We will work together with the NDA under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah,” says Kakoli Dastidar
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Dharamsala gives wake-up call to rest of the BCCI state associations
Persistent rain in Dharamsala during the first ODI between India and Afghanistan highlighted the urgent need for advanced sub-surface drainage systems in Indian cricket stadiums. While HPCA Stadium and Chinnaswamy boast this technology, other venues rely on outdated methods, leading to significant delays and fan disappointment.
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AMMA row: Police record statements of Tini Tom, Shweta Menon on actor Ansiba Hassan’s complaint
Police sources say Tini Tom refuted making any communal remarks against Ansiba and accused her of filing the complaint out of ‘personal vendetta’
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India’s U.S. dilemma as ties turn taxing, benefits shrink
Countries that partnered with the United States over the decades subordinated their strategic autonomy, and even national sovereignty, for the benefits that came with it
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Subhash Palekar seeks ‘U-turn’ from Green Revolution-era farm policies in Andhra Pradesh
The Padma Shri awardee and natural-farming exponent said chemical residue in soil could be neutralised in a year through natural methods
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Supreme Court seeks responses of Centre, States on plea for use of Aadhaar as identity proof only
The petition contended that the existing verification mechanism under Form-6 is inadequate and might allow individuals without proper supporting documents to be included in the electoral database
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Four transgender persons arrested for robbing motorist near Sira on NH-48
The alleged incident took place in the early hours of June 14 when the complainant had stopped his car at a roadside rest area on the Tumakuru-Hiriyur stretch of NH-48 to take a break
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Kerala HC orders stay on Malayidamthuruth eviction till families relocate to assigned land
Eviction was ordered by Munsiff Court, Perumbavoor
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NEET-UG re-exam: Telegram app restricted in India at NTA request
The agency said that several Telegram groups were advertising fake exam papers for the upcoming NEET exam and defrauding candidates willing to pay for them
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Twisha Sharma death case: Husband, mother-in-law get 14-day custody extension
A Bhopal court has extended the judicial custody of Samarth Singh, husband of the deceased model Twisha Sharma, and his mother, former judge Giribala Singh, by 14 days. The extension is in connection with Twisha's death and an alleged dowry harassment case. The CBI is investigating the matter, following allegations of irregularities in the initial probe.
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Defected MPs 'gaddar team', TMC is led by Mamata: Saugata Roy
He said the Trinamool Congress secured nearly 41% of the votes in West Bengal in the recent Assembly elections despite what he described as attempts by the BJP to misuse central agencies
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Exercise Pitch Black: India to participate in one of the largest aerial wargames in Australia
The Indian Air Force is actively participating in Exercise Pitch Black 2026 in Australia's Northern Territory, a major multinational aerial wargame. Alongside over 100 aircraft and thousands of personnel from 20 nations, the IAF will engage in complex combat scenarios, emphasizing night-time flying. This exercise, a cornerstone of international air cooperation, allows for vital skill exchange and operational integration.
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Annamalai criticises NEET re-test arrangements
In a social media post, Mr. Annamalai criticised the arrangements made by the Ministry of Education for the NEET re-test scheduled for June 21.
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New Zealand's Sarpreet becomes first player of Indian origin to start a FIFA World Cup match
Born in Auckland to Punjabi parents, the 27-year-old Sarpreet made his World Cup debut in the politically-charged match and had a few attempts at the Iranian goal
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‘Varanasi in Bratislava’: PM Modi visits unique exhibition crafted by Slovak artisans at Presidential Palace
The project aimed to foster cultural dialogue through visual art and offer Slovak artists an opportunity to explore and interpret "Varanasi," one of the world's oldest living cities and a timeless symbol of India's spiritual heritage
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Amit Shah masterminded Trinamool ‘split’, merger bid, says Congress
Jairam Ramesh says the move is aimed at engineering two-thirds majority for the NDA in the Lok Sabha.
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Watch: This sweeper operates at 80km/h on China roads; video goes viral
A high-speed road-cleaning machine in China has gone viral for its impressive efficiency and futuristic design, clearing debris at up to 80 km/h with minimal traffic disruption. This innovation highlights China's expanding use of robotics beyond industrial settings, with a new household robot also demonstrated performing domestic chores.
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'Had to take drastic step as ...': NTA chief on temporary Telegram ban ahead of NEET retest
In a decisive effort to safeguard students from potential scams, the National Testing Agency has put a temporary hold on Telegram. This action comes as a response to rampant misuse of the platform by fraudsters distributing counterfeit NEET exam papers.
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False propaganda, person in video not me: Mann on Akal Takht edict against him
In his video message on Tuesday (June 16, 2026), Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann said an edict had been issued against him over the video, claiming that it featured him and that it was not AI-generated
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Jeddah-bound AI Express flight from Kerala’s Kannur turns back due to engine fault
Aircraft with over 180 passengers took off at 7.40 am from Kannur airport, but around two hours into the flight, the pilots saw an engine warning light and decided to return, say airport sources
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