- newWhy is Nitish Kumar Reddy not playing the second ODI against Afghanistan?
Team India faces an injury blow as Nitish Kumar Reddy is ruled out of the second ODI against Afghanistan with a sore left thigh, forcing a reshuffle in the bowling attack. Afghanistan also deal with fitness concerns, making multiple changes as both teams aim for consistency and valuable lessons from the opening match.
- 1 hour ago 17 Jun 26, 1:48pm -
- newBrazilian company Embraer offers to build C-390 transport aircraft in India for IAF
In a strategic bid to enhance India's defense capabilities, Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer has unveiled plans for a comprehensive assembly line for the C-390 Millennium in India, targeting the Air Force's Multi-Role Transport Aircraft (MTA) program.
- 2 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 1:36pm -
- newJio’s $4 billion IPO may be just days away: Here's what to expect
Reliance Jio is reportedly nearing the submission of draft papers for its substantial $4 billion IPO, a move anticipated before Mukesh Ambani's upcoming shareholder address. This potential listing, aiming for a fresh issue to fund Jio's growth, could become one of India's largest stock market debuts.
- 2 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 1:19pm -
- new'Rape gangs': UK MP demands deportation of Pakistani men linked to grooming gangs
A UK MP has revealed harrowing testimonies from grooming gang abuse survivors, alleging race and religion were used to justify their mistreatment. He plans to use parliamentary privilege to name perpetrators and enablers, while pursuing private prosecutions due to low faith in the justice system.
- 2 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 1:17pm -
- newDays after IPO, SpaceX buys AI startup Cursor: 3 things behind Elon Musk’s $60 billion bet
SpaceX has acquired Cursor, the AI coding startup behind the popular code editor, for $60 billion in an all-stock deal, days after its record-breaking IPO. The move helps Elon Musk's company close the gap with AI rivals Anthropic and OpenAI in the enterprise coding market, where Grok has lagged. Here are the three biggest reasons Musk spent $60 billion on Cursor, from compute to market share.
- 2 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 1:16pm -
- newAfter Sena turmoil, Samajwadi Party next? OP Rajbhar predicts rebellion in Akhilesh camp
Uttar Pradesh minister Om Prakash Rajbhar predicts a significant political realignment within the Samajwadi Party, alleging an impending internal split. He claims SP leaders are seeking to align with the BJP due to pressure from corruption cases, citing a purported letter from Ram Gopal Yadav to Amit Shah as evidence.
- 2 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 1:01pm -
- new‘Alpha’ trailer released: Alia Bhatt and Sharvari team up against the big bad
The trailer for 'Alpha,' starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, unveils the origin story of a young assassin. The spy thriller, set to release on July 3, 2026, features high-octane action and a compelling narrative of a princess rescuing herself, with Bobby Deol and Anil Kapoor in key roles. This marks the YRF spyverse's first female-led spy drama.
- 2 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 12:57pm -
- newUddhav's Sena hit by fresh rebellion: 6 UBT MPs set to join Shinde camp; NDA to get boost in LS
Six Shiv Sena (UBT) Lok Sabha MPs reportedly formed a separate group and submitted a letter to the Speaker, with plans to join the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena on June 19. Despite Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders urging the Speaker not to recognize the split, sources claim the new group has been acknowledged.
- 2 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 12:52pm -
- newAt 80, Trump is among the world's oldest leaders — but not the oldest
- 3 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 12:31pm -
- newBrett Lee meets R Madhavan for a round of golf, praises his ‘decent swing’
Brett Lee met R Madhavan for a golf session and praised his skills and personality on social media. Their photos quickly went viral, delighting fans. Madhavan, currently earning acclaim for ‘Dhurandhar’, showcased his relaxed side. The film, led by Ranveer Singh, features a strong ensemble and is directed by Aditya Dhar.
- 3 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 12:28pm -
- newChina beats Neuralink in launching what Elon Musk called 'Jesus-level technologies'
China has approved the world's first commercial brain-computer chip, NEO, ahead of Elon Musk's Neuralink. This coin-sized device, designed for spinal cord injury and paralysis patients, uses a less invasive approach. NEO has cleared clinical trials and is entering mass production, marking a significant step in brain-computer interface commercialization.
- 3 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 12:23pm -
- newFIFA WC: Austria end 36-year wait with dramatic victory over debutants Jordan
Austria secured a long-awaited World Cup victory, defeating debutants Jordan 3-1. Romano Schmid opened the scoring, but Jordan equalised before an own goal and a late Marko Arnautovic penalty sealed the win. This historic triumph sets up a showdown with defending champions Argentina.
- 3 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 12:17pm -
- new'Nitish Kumar has got everything done': Lalu Yadav on withdrawal of Z+ security cover
RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav accused Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar of orchestrating the withdrawal of his and Rabri Devi's Z-plus security cover. Following the downgrade, RJD workers took over guarding Rabri Devi's residence, asserting their duty to protect her in the absence of Lalu and Tejashwi Yadav.
- 3 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 12:13pm -
- newNamo Cities: How will NCR’s future-ready urban hubs look like
New 'Namo Cities' are being planned across the NCR, centred around high-speed Namo Bharat transit stations. These transit-oriented developments will integrate homes, offices, and leisure spaces, aiming to manage the region's rapid growth. A Rs 5,000 crore incentive package supports this vision, with states competing for locations.
- 3 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 11:53am -
- newWill gold prices find support in near-term? Check outlook for today
Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are holding strongly and buying from central banks is likely to continue supporting the yellow metal, says Vedika Narvekar, Research Analyst - Commodities & Currencies, Anand Rathi Shares and Stock Brokers.
- 4 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 11:37am -
- new'Rs 50cr offered per MP': Uddhav's Sena on edge as 'Op Tiger' revives memories of 2022 rebellion
Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde is reportedly in touch with a group of Shiv Sena (UBT) Lok Sabha MPs for 'Operation Tiger,' potentially leading to another split. This move, if successful, could significantly weaken Uddhav Thackeray's faction and bolster the NDA's parliamentary strength. Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders have dismissed the reports, dubbing the alleged move 'Operation Wolf'.
- 4 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 11:20am -
- newTelegram moves Delhi HC against Centre's ban ahead of NEET-UG re-test
Russian messaging platform Telegram has challenged the Centre's decision to ban the app in the Delhi High Court. The temporary ban was imposed ahead of the NEET-UG re-test due to concerns over exam-related content circulation. Telegram is seeking judicial intervention against the government's restriction.
- 4 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 11:18am -
- newIndia may ask refiners to maintain larger crude oil inventories; here's why
The disruption to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has challenged a long-standing belief among Indian policymakers that the country's proximity to the crude-rich Persian Gulf reduced the need for large strategic petroleum reserves.
- 4 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 11:16am -
- newRemote runways, rapid logistics: US Air Force's next airlifter built for Iran-style battlefields
The US Air Force is on the lookout for cutting-edge airlift solutions to phase out its aging C-17 and C-5M aircraft. This next-gen aircraft will need to thrive in challenging combat environments, boasting longer range, enhanced durability, and versatile capabilities.
- 4 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 11:13am -
- newRupee continues to rebound: Currency jumps 31 paise to 94.29 against US dollar
The Indian Rupee strengthened significantly against the US dollar on Wednesday, driven by falling crude oil prices and a weaker dollar index. This recovery, fueled by expectations of a US-Iran framework agreement and potential capital inflows, has pushed the rupee towards the 94.00-93.80 zone. Traders are closely watching the upcoming signing of the US-Iran agreement in Geneva.
- 4 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 11:08am -
- newIND vs AFG: Versatile KL Rahul key to India's 2027 ODI World Cup plans
The ODI series against Afghanistan serves as an early indicator for India's 2027 World Cup preparations, with KL Rahul emerging as a key middle-order option. His adaptability and ability to accelerate or consolidate innings provide crucial flexibility, making him an important asset regardless of his batting position or wicketkeeping duties.
- 4 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 11:03am -
- new'Nothing to do with football': Messi reveals why he cried after Argentina's win
Lionel Messi's emotional hat-trick in Argentina's 3-0 World Cup win over Algeria marked a historic night, equaling Miroslav Klose's all-time scoring record. Despite personal difficulties, Messi delivered a masterful performance, celebrating his 200th international cap with a record-equalling feat.
- 4 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 10:54am -
- newHow US quietly kept Gulf crude moving despite Iran's Hormuz blockade
The US military is secretly orchestrating ship-to-ship oil transfers in the Gulf to circumvent Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. This operation, involving smaller tankers transferring oil to larger vessels offshore, aims to keep energy exports flowing despite the crisis. The system relies on compliance checks and monitoring, with millions of barrels moved since early May.
- 4 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 10:54am -
- newSooryavanshi survives on 0 amid controversial call, Afghan players left in disbelief
India A opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi received a controversial reprieve on nought during a match against Afghanistan A. The third umpire ruled a one-handed catch not out, sparking debate. This incident follows a recent on-field altercation, adding to the young batter's eventful series despite modest scores.
- 5 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 10:42am -
- newRSS office attacked in Jharkhand: Petrol bombs hurled; CCTV footage surfaces
- 5 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 10:41am -
- newFrom Hyderabad to Bengaluru: How southern states came to dominate India's CM rich list
- 5 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 10:34am -
- newIndia's defence production more than double in 5 years, hits record Rs 1.78 lakh cr
India's defence production reached an all-time high of Rs 1.78 lakh crore in FY 2025-26, a 15.6% increase from the previous fiscal, underscoring the nation's push for self-reliance. This surge, nearly quadrupling in a decade, reflects significant growth in domestic manufacturing and a record Rs 7.85 lakh crore defence budget allocation.
- 5 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 10:30am -
- newBeautiful game, ugly WC: Several teams face brunt of US paranoia, oppressive security
Iran's football team faced immense logistical challenges and intrusive security measures during their World Cup campaign in the US, drawing 2-2 against New Zealand. Players expressed frustration over the "disaster" of unfair competition due to these issues. Despite political tensions and fan disruptions, the team received support, while Mexico was praised for its hospitality.
- 5 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 10:20am -
- newUGC NET June exam admit card released: Check direct link to download hall tickets here
The National Testing Agency has issued admit cards for the UGC NET June 2026 examination scheduled across six days later this month. Candidates can access their hall tickets online and are advised to verify all details carefully. The agency has also provided support channels for resolving admit card-related issues and urged aspirants to stay updated through the official website.
- 5 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 10:08am -
- newTexas plane crash: Video captures rescuers trying to free people through cockpit window
- 5 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 10:04am -
- newRahul calls on 'Gen Z comrades' to join mega rally in Kota, targets Centre over paper leaks
- 5 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 9:52am -
- newMessi scripts history with first World Cup hat-trick, equals Klose's goals record
Lionel Messi achieved a career milestone, scoring his first World Cup hat-trick to lead Argentina to a 3-0 win over Algeria. This remarkable feat drew him level with Miroslav Klose atop the tournament's all-time scoring charts with 16 goals. The performance also marked his 200th appearance for Argentina and extended his scoring streak to five consecutive World Cup matches.
- 6 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 9:02am -
- newKiran Rao shares a laugh with Aamir Khan's bride-to-be Gauri Spratt during night out
Bollywood star Aamir Khan is garnering attention for his modern family dynamics, recently seen with ex-wife Kiran Rao and bride-to-be Gauri Spratt. A viral video captured them sharing a vehicle after a family outing, showcasing a warm rapport between Kiran and Gauri.
- 6 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 8:43am -
- new'We are most famous couple on Instagram': Meloni's hot mic moment at G7 with PM Modi goes viral
- 7 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 8:35am -
- newRobbery, chase, four bullets: How Pak police's 'mistaken assessment' killed an Australian girl
A family visit to Pakistan turned tragic when nine-year-old Australian girl Hania Ahmed was killed in a police shooting. Confronted by robbers, the family's attempt to flee was met with gunfire from Punjab Police's crime control unit. Hania died from bullet wounds, while her father and brother were also injured.
- 7 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 8:04am -
- newUS drops 'Indo' from Indo-Pacific Command name, cites 'restoring legacy'
- 7 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 7:53am -
- newMeet Antonela Roccuzzo, Lionel Messi’s childhood love
Lionel Messi and Antonela Roccuzzo share one of sport's most enduring love stories, rooted in their shared childhood in Rosario, Argentina. They married in July 2017 and have three sons together: Thiago, Mateo, and Ciro. Roccuzzo has built a massive global following in her own right, known less for glamour and more for consistent family presence through every chapter of Messi's extraordinary career. As Messi competes at the 2026 World Cup, their family remains one of the most recognised in footb…
- 10 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 5:40am -
- newHow Qatar, not Pakistan, became the real power broker in US-Iran deal
While Pakistan sought the spotlight in its diplomatic endeavours, it was Qatar’s subtle, low-key mediation that ultimately held the key to the US-Iran ceasefire. Leveraging its unique relationship with Tehran and access to the American administration, Qatar's patient and discreet shuttle diplomacy triumphed over more boisterous efforts that were ridiculed globally.
- 21 hours ago 16 Jun 26, 6:31pm -
- newWarren Buffett plans to donate over 99% of his fortune: Here's why
- 22 hours ago 16 Jun 26, 5:38pm -
- Dell CEO Michael Dell makes one of largest public university donations in US history
Michael Dell has gifted a staggering $750 million to the University of Texas at Austin, propelling the creation of a groundbreaking AI-native hospital and research campus. This substantial donation, adding to his family's legacy of support, will also bolster scholarships, advanced computing, and vital medical research, underscoring Dell's enduring connection to his alma mater.
- 1 day ago 16 Jun 26, 11:59am -
- Who pays for repairs in a rented home? What tenants and landlords need to know
India's Model Tenancy Act, 2021 clarifies landlord and tenant responsibilities for property upkeep. Landlords are accountable for major repairs, with tenants able to deduct costs from rent if obligations are unmet. Tenants must prevent damage and report issues promptly, facing deductions from their security deposit for failures.
- 2 days ago 15 Jun 26, 11:27pm -