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K'taka govt instructs BMRCL to allow Nandini kiosks at 8 Metro stations in Bengaluru

The Congress government on Wednesday announced that it has issued directions to the Bengaluru Metropolitan Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) to permit the opening of Nandini milk kiosks at selected Metro stations in the state capital that were allotted to Amul.

Jun 18, 2025

All eyes on Cabinet as CSC submits report on reservation rules in J&K

Omar Abdullah-led government may take a policy call on subcommittee recommendations; ST status extension and quota changes under scrutiny.

Jun 18, 2025

Bengaluru-wide Cauvery supply shutdown on June 19 for 24 hours; what you need to know

The Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has declared a 24-hour Cauvery water supply shutdown from 6 AM on Thursday, June 19, to 6 AM on Friday, June 20, affecting all areas under BBMP limits.

Jun 18, 2025

India seeks SCO's condemnation on Pahalgam, Pak pushes for Jaffar Express attack: Reports

Individuals familiar with the development have said that serious discussions are underway to include India's proposal to mention the terror attack in the document, as any failure to do so, as per media reports, may undermine the SCO proceedings.

Jun 18, 2025

IDF struck centrifuge production site, weapon manufacturing facilities in Iran

According to the Israeli military, throughout the wave of attacks, several weapons production sites were attacked. It asserted that among the weapons manufacturing plants that were attacked was a site for the production of raw materials and components for assembling the surface-to-surface missiles that the Iranian regime has used to launch towards the State of Israel.

Jun 18, 2025

G7: PM Modi calls for strict action against nations who promote terrorism

His statements assume significance at a time when Pakistan's Chief of the Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir is in the United States and will meet President Donald Trump over lunch in White House on Wednesday.

Jun 18, 2025

Centre launches Rs 3,000 FASTag annual pass for cars to ease highway drive

The minister said this policy addresses long-standing concerns regarding toll plazas located within a 60-km range and simplifies toll payments through a single, affordable transaction. By reducing wait times, easing congestion, and minimising disputes at toll plazas, the annual pass aims to deliver a faster and smoother travel experience for millions of private vehicle owners, he added.

Jun 18, 2025

Trump says US knows exactly where Khamenei is 'hiding', but won't kill him 'for now'

In another Truth Social post, Trump said that while Iran has good sky trackers and defence equipment, in high quantities, it doesn't compare to American made, conceived, and manufactured 'stuff'.

Jun 18, 2025

Khamenei declares 'battle has begun' as Iran fires hypersonic missile at Israel

Israel has carried out a series of devastating airstrikes on Iranian territory, reportedly killing at least 224 individuals. Among the casualties are senior military figures, nuclear scientists, and civilians. In retaliation, Iran launched several attacks on Israeli targets, resulting in the deaths of at least 24 people, including women and children, according to Israeli officials.

Jun 18, 2025

India never accepted mediation, does not accept it, will never accept it: PM Modi to Trump

Misri revealed that the two leaders spoke over the phone for 35 minutes, their first conversation since the Pahalgam terror attack and India's retaliatory Operation Sindoor.

Jun 18, 2025

Air India flight from Delhi to Bali returns safely amid massive volcano eruption

The eruption occurred on the eastern island of Flores, where the 1,584-metre volcano forced authorities to raise its alert status to the highest level on Indonesia's four-tier scale.

Jun 18, 2025

India's rise as global investment powerhouse: Opportunities, challenges, and path ahead

India's FDI journey is a story of ambition and resilience. With $81.04 billion in FY 2024-25, it stands poised to lead, yet strategic reforms can propel it to $100 billion annually, surpassing peers and shaping a prosperous future.

Jun 18, 2025

Nearly 100 Kashmiri Students Evacuated from Iran to Armenia Amid Escalating Conflict

Amid rising hostilities between Iran and Israel, nearly 100 students from Kashmir studying in Iran have reached Yerevan, Armenia, and are expected to fly to New Delhi on Wednesday.

Jun 18, 2025

Jacksonville declares June 16 as Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Peace and Wellness Day

The City of Jacksonville has officially proclaimed June 16, 2025, as Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Peace and Wellness Day, honoring the spiritual leader's lifelong commitment to promoting unity, well-being, and emotional healing around the world.

Jun 18, 2025

'Mass murderer, shame on you': Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir booed in US

The wave of anger and public backlash against Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff left the General as well as the terror-sponsoring nation red-faced over the fiasco, as his US visit was rather touted as Pakistan's dexterous manoeuvring, in the wake of India's diplomatic outreach to the global fraternity.

Jun 18, 2025