- newOil prices slip below $90: Brent, WTI tumble after Trump announces ‘ending war with Iran’
Oil prices dropped below $90 per barrel as US President Donald Trump announced a framework agreement with Iran, signaling an end to the conflict and the expected reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. This development follows a week of heightened tensions and Iran's earlier threat to close the vital shipping lane, which had previously kept oil prices elevated.
- 12 mins ago 12 Jun 26, 7:11am -
- newJulian Quinones, who outscored Ronaldo, makes history with first goal of 2026 FIFA WC
Julian Quiñones made FIFA World Cup history by scoring the opening goal of the 2026 tournament as Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0. The CONCACAF player's strike, his first of the competition, came in the ninth minute at the Estadio Azteca. This historic goal followed his impressive performance in the Saudi Pro League, where he outscored Cristiano Ronaldo.
- 29 mins ago 12 Jun 26, 6:54am -
- new3 killed, several injured after fire engulfs building in Delhi's Tughlakabad Extension
Tragedy struck Tughlakabad Extension as a devastating fire in a residential building claimed at least three lives early Friday. Firefighters battled the blaze in the narrow lane, successfully rescuing six individuals. The inferno, believed to have started from vehicles inside, was brought under control after intense efforts, with rescue operations continuing.
- 30 mins ago 12 Jun 26, 6:53am -
- new'Peddi' BO day 8: Ram Charan film nears Rs 280 cr worldwide
Ram Charan's 'Peddi' sees a slight dip in collections after a strong opening week, nearing Rs 280 crore worldwide. The film's Telugu markets remain robust, though a controversy regarding Janhvi Kapoor's scenes led to director Buchi Babu Sana implementing edits. The sports action drama continues its theatrical run with a notable global gross.
- 2 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 5:34am -
- new'Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli can ... ': Anil Kumble's message to Shubman Gill
Anil Kumble believes Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's experience will be vital for India's 2027 ODI World Cup campaign, offering crucial support to captain Shubman Gill. Kumble praised Gill's IPL leadership and highlighted how the veterans can guide him through high-pressure situations, easing his burden.
- 2 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 5:30am -
- newBiggest-ever IPO: Retail investors line up, bid over $70 billion for SpaceX
Retail investors are expected to be allocated at least 20% of the available shares, the people said. At a $75 billion IPO size, which would be the largest on record, that allocation would leave the bulk of demand from individual investors unfulfilled. Leaving large numbers of Elon Musk’s fans empty-handed in the IPO would likely amplify demand for the shares once they begin trading.
- 2 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 5:22am -
- new'He is so famous': Buttler explains why Sooryavanshi's hype is bigger than Sachin's
Fifteen-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is set to make his India debut against Ireland and will also tour England. His remarkable IPL 2026 performance has generated significant buzz, with former England captain Jos Buttler comparing the modern-day exposure to Sachin Tendulkar's rise. Sooryavanshi's inclusion is a deserved reward for his exceptional batting numbers.
- 2 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 5:00am -
- new'Great settlement soon in Europe': Trump sees imminent Iran deal, Tehran yet to nod
The US president also asserted that Iran's Supreme Leader had approved the proposed terms and indicated that Washington would immediately end its blockade of Iran once the agreement came into force. Trump said such a move would have a significant impact on global energy markets. Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said reports of a finalised agreement with the United States were "merely speculation" .
- 2 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 4:56am -
- newHistoric 100% attendance at Niti meet, DKS breaks Karnataka boycott
From Congress-governed Kerala, Kartanakta, Himachal Pradesh and Telangana to AAP-governed Punjab, CMs cutting across party lines were present at the meeting where NDA had its strongest ever presence. The participation of Karnataka’s new CM D K Shivakumar marked a significant shift in the state’s approach, ending a boycott by the previous Congress administration.
- 3 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 4:32am -
- newEntire NE, barring one or two states, may be out of AFSPA by next year: Shah
Speaking at the signing of a tripartite memorandum of understanding (MoU) among the Centre, govt of Assam and govt of Nagaland for oil and mineral exploration along the Assam-Nagaland border, Shah said that in PM Narendra Modi’s efforts to establish lasting peace and push development in the north-east, a dozen peace pacts had been signed since 2019, with violent incidents down 80% and the total area under AFSPA shrinking by 80%.
- 3 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 4:29am -
- newAdopt ‘targeted’ delimitation for 170 LS seats: Economic Advisory Council to PM Modi
According to the model proposed, Kerala and Tamil Nadu will account for 22 of the 59 proposed two-way splits. In cases of three-way splits, the lion’s share will be in UP (17), followed by Maharashtra (12), Bihar (10), and Bengal (10). As a result, the number of seats in southern states is expected to rise — in Telangana from 17 to 26, Andhra from 25 to 38, Karnataka from 28 to 42, TN from 39 to 59, and Kerala from 20 to 30.
- 3 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 4:24am -
- newTMC crisis deepens as third MP resigns from Rajya Sabha & party
The letter, which has been submitted by Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar in her capacity as “chief whip”, has given Bengal assembly Speaker’s recognition of Ritabrata Banerjee-led TMC rebels, who are also over two-third of the party MLAs, as an example, sources confirmed on a day when the party suffered another setback as its RS member Prakash Chik Baraik resigned from it and the Upper House, making him the third to do so since Monday.
- 3 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 4:13am -
- newSC to hear Natarajan’s plea against rejection of Rajya Sabha candidature today
Senior advocate AM Singhvi sought urgent hearing and stay of declaration of results at least for 24 hours, saying this would facilitate effective hearing before the court to adjudicate validity of the returning officer’s decision to reject Natarajan’s candidature. The plea for urgent mentioning was opposed by senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi who said the only option open for Natarajan is to file an election petition after the declaration of results on Thursday.
- 3 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 4:09am -
- newCompassionate job & financial benefit can’t have conflicting clauses: SC
- 4 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 3:43am -
- newED to appeal HC order quashing NewsClick case
Sources in ED said that this goes against their understanding that when an investigation is under way in a PMLA case, a court cannot quash a related predicate offence till the probe is concluded. They also said that the HC judge has either completely overlooked or not fully addressed ED’s crucial contentions despite having kept the judgment reserved for five months. At the stage of determining the merit of the FIR, the court just needed to verify if the allegations made in the complaint,…
- 4 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 3:42am -
- newAfter FWICE ban row, Ashoke Pandit says 'no personal issue' with Ranveer Singh
While discussing the ongoing Don 3 controversy, the President of the Indian Film and Television Directors' Association (IFTDA) and the Chief Advisor for the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) Ashoke Pandit spoke about loyalty, stardom and the impact of Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar on the Hindi film industry.
- 4 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 3:39am -
- newFraudsters creating deepfakes to bypass facial authentication: I4C
Sharing this latest modus operandi in a public advisory on Wednesday, Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) said scammers were using facial recordings obtained through deceptive video calls, fake online job interviews or social engineering tactics to generate a realistic digital replica capable of imitating facial movements, expressions, blinking pattern and voice.
- 4 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 3:30am -
- newStaff dismissal only for grave violations like corruption: SC
A bench of Justices Sanjay Karol and N K Singh said it was not making light of the importance of discipline at the workplace, but in the absence of “corruption, illegal gratification, moral turpitude, misappropriation of funds, proved losses to employer, public scandal or conduct bringing the organisation to disrepute”, an employee could not be visited with the extreme penalty of dismissal.
- 4 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 3:26am -
- new'Homemakers are nation builders': For payout, SC pegs housewife ‘income’ at Rs 30,000 a month
A Supreme Court bench of Justices Sanjay Karol and N K Singh said women were largely responsible for the preparation of human capital on which the dreams of being the world’s largest economy, among other things, rested. The bench said if the compensation was not paid within three months, the interest rate would increase to 9%, and six months later, it would go up to 12% per annum. It also listed 123 accident compensation claim cases, which were dealt with by a bench led by Justice Karol.
- 4 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 3:21am -
- newNMC flipflops, puts onus of patient appeals on health ministry
When the ministry was asked to intervene on behalf of patients to allow appeals before NMC, the ministry stated the commission was the apex statutory body constituted under the 2019 Act to regulate medical education and the profession. “All matters relating to framing, amendment, and implementation of medical education regulations fall within the domain of NMC,” it said.
- 4 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 3:16am -
- newTeen who flagged CBSE flaws lands full-time job at IIT-Kanpur
Earlier this year, as the board rolled out on-screen marking (OSM) system— under which examiners grade scanned answer sheets online — Adhikary began probing the publicly accessible parts of the set-up. He says he found serious loopholes: a master password sitting in plain sight in the portal’s code, an OTP check that ran on the user’s own browser and a flaw that let one user retrieve another’s records.
- 4 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 3:15am -
- newMexico’s World Cup opener turns chaotic with three red cards in 2-0 win
Mexico launched their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a commanding 2-0 victory over South Africa at Estadio Azteca. Goals from Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez secured the win, but three red cards stole the spotlight in a chaotic opener. Mexico dominated possession throughout, while South Africa's discipline collapsed, leaving them with an uphill battle ahead.
- 4 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 3:11am -
- newBJP’s surprise call on 3rd Rajya Sabha seat in MP fed poaching fears in Congress
In Karnataka, AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge, Congress nominees Mansoor Ali Khan, educationist and son of former Union minister K Rahman Khan, and party media and publicity department chairperson Pawan Khera, and BJP's M Nagaraja were declared elected unopposed after scrutiny knocked out an independent candidate. Rajasthan’s biennial election also turned into a walkover.
- 4 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 2:59am -
- newEase compliance burden for investors, PM Modi advises states
Niti Aayog vice-chairman Ashok Lahiri said, “For ease of doing business, states were asked to identify the trouble spots and address them.” Niti Aayog member Rajiv Gauba said PM’s focus of easier regime should go up to the city-level. Besides, those privy to the discussions told TOI that the PM underlined the need to ensure that reforms go beyond announcements and are actually implemented.
- 5 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 2:47am -
- new3 Indians confirmed killed in US strike on tanker off Oman; 3rd vessel attacked
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said two of the three vessels that came under attack were subject to sanctions administered by the US treasury's office of foreign assets control, while the Settebello had been classified as non-compliant. OFAC acts against vessels involved in violating US sanctions on the sale of Iranian and Russian oil.
- 5 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 2:24am -
- newAs Sam Altman's OpenAI bans hundreds of ChatGPT accounts, it warns Americans on China
OpenAI has banned hundreds of ChatGPT accounts originating from China, which were used for covert influence campaigns. These operations targeted US tech and policy debates, including one campaign that blamed AI data centers for rising electricity bills and another that criticized US tariffs while favoring Donald Trump over Xi Jinping.
- 6 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 1:06am -
- newBritish Indian Tory peer Rami Ranger takes UK PM Starmer to court over CBE revocation
Tom Hickman KC, representing Ranger, said that in revoking the CBE, the PM relied on allegations that were never put to Ranger. In addition “personal disputes” were used, even though that goes against the committee’s guidelines and the decision was taken without waiting for the outcome of a libel claim made by Sikhs for Justice. He also said it was contrary to Ranger’s Article 10 ECHR freedom of expression rights. He pointed out that forfeiture has “serious reputational consequences”…
- 6 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 12:57am -
- newShakira’s World Cup 2026 performance sparked mixed reactions from fans
Shakira and Burna Boy opened the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City with a live performance of the official tournament song “Dai Dai.” While many fans praised Shakira’s stage presence and the show’s energy, others criticized the vocals, choreography, and sound quality. The performance sparked major debate online ahead of Mexico’s opening match against South Africa.
- 6 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 12:53am -
- newJ&K govt extends deadline for central assistance schemes
Under the revised timeline, the scheme for families displaced from PoK in 1947 and from Chhamb during the 1965 and 1971 conflicts has been extended until Sept 30, 2026. The extension will be implemented within the existing rehabilitation package outlay of Rs 2,000 crore. According to the order, MHA conveyed its approval on May 25, 2026, allowing the administration additional time to complete implementation and cover eligible beneficiaries whose cases remain pending.
- 7 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 12:49am -
- newOmar Abdullah meets PM Modi, raises J&K statehood restoration
Informing about the meeting, Omar wrote on X that they also held discussions on the state of economy and the pace of development in J&K. The CM stressed the need for continued support from the Centre to accelerate economic growth, strengthen connectivity, generate employment, expand infrastructure and enhance public welfare across Jammu and Kashmir. Omar also congratulated PM Modi for completing 12 uninterrupted years in office.
- 7 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 12:43am -
- newStone hits Shatabdi Express near Firozabad with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on board
At present, there is no official confirmation regarding how the stone came to hit the train or who may have been responsible. Authorities are examining the circumstances surrounding the incident and gathering evidence as part of the inquiry. After the necessary checks were completed, the Shatabdi Express resumed its journey towards Delhi and reached the national capital at 10.13 pm.
- 7 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 12:19am -
- newRain lashes Delhi-NCR after IMD issues red alert for thunderstorms, strong winds
The red alert, the highest level of weather warning issued by the IMD, indicates the possibility of severe weather conditions that may pose risks to life and property, requiring immediate precautionary measures. According to meteorologists, the change in weather has been driven by a cyclonic circulation over central Pakistan and adjoining regions. The system has increased atmospheric instability across northwest India, including Delhi-NCR, creating favourable conditions for thunderstorms and rai…
- 7 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 12:00am -
- newHoroscope Today: Astrological predictions for June 12, 2026
Horoscope Today: Read daily horoscope predictions for June 12, 2026. Know all about the astrological events and influences that will be affecting each of the 12 zodiac signs. Our astrologer has analyzed the movements of the planets and the alignment of the stars to bring you the most accurate and up-to-date horoscope predictions for the day ahead. Get ready to discover what the stars have in store for you today.
- 7 hours ago 12 Jun 26, 12:00am -
- newAmit Shah announces potential AFSPA rollback next year
Home Minister Amit Shah announced that most of the Northeast may be free from the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act by next year, citing an 80% reduction in violent incidents and AFSPA-covered areas. This progress coincides with a historic oil and mineral exploration pact between Assam and Nagaland, boosting regional development and energy self-reliance.
- 8 hours ago 11 Jun 26, 11:29pm -
- newCountries protecting domestic industries, India no exception: Goyal on global trade
India navigates global trade challenges by fostering dialogue and partnerships, even as nations increasingly protect domestic industries like steel. Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted that despite a less effective WTO, international trade largely operates under its framework. India is actively pursuing free trade agreements to boost market access and attract significant investments, underscoring a commitment to innovation and long-term global integration.
- 8 hours ago 11 Jun 26, 11:17pm -
- new'Gone beyond regulatory compliance' to ensure safety, says Air India
- 8 hours ago 11 Jun 26, 11:01pm -
- newSeeds of change: How India’s agriculture went high-output in 12 years
India's agriculture sector has seen remarkable growth over the past decade, fueled by increased government investment and record foodgrain production. Policies now prioritize productivity, market access, and farmer income security. This transformation, marked by doubled GVA and enhanced crop yields, aims for a resilient, technology-driven farm economy crucial for national development.
- 8 hours ago 11 Jun 26, 11:00pm -
- newSituation Room with a view: Trump, Epstein and Washington’s 'wag the dog' whispers
A new book reveals a White House meeting in July 2025 where officials debated the political fallout from the Jeffrey Epstein files. Vice President JD Vance reportedly urged transparency, warning the issue wouldn't fade. Discussions even touched on releasing documents with allegations about Trump's alleged fixation with nipples, a proposal Vance believed Trump could overcome.
- 9 hours ago 11 Jun 26, 10:10pm -
- newMissile in fuel tank: Navy's daring op to recover warhead from UAE-Kochi oil tanker
The Indian Navy successfully disposed of an unexploded missile warhead from a crude oil tanker, MT Olympic Life, which was en route to Kochi. The operation involved a specialist explosive ordnance disposal team that safely extracted the warhead lodged in a fuel tank, ensuring the safety of the ship and its crew.
- 10 hours ago 11 Jun 26, 9:35pm -
- newMarch to dominance: How victory in states is consolidating BJP in Parliament
The BJP, once a two-seat party, now dominates Indian politics, transforming Atal Bihari Vajpayee's prophecy into reality. Recent state victories, particularly in West Bengal, are strategically bolstering its parliamentary numbers. This focus on consolidation aims to achieve long-term legislative goals like 'One Nation, One Election' and the Uniform Civil Code.
- 10 hours ago 11 Jun 26, 9:09pm -
- newSpaceX IPO: Could Elon Musk become world's first trillionaire? Decoding the math
Elon Musk may soon become the world's first trillionaire. This is due to the upcoming initial public offering of his company SpaceX. The IPO is expected to be the largest in history. If valuations hold true, Musk's personal fortune could surge past the trillion-dollar mark. This event could reshape global wealth rankings and create new millionaires.
- 14 hours ago 11 Jun 26, 5:30pm -
- new'With whose permission captain took ship forward': Kin on MT Settebello route; family seeks probe
The family of Aditya Sharma, a deck cadet killed in the attack on MT Settebello near the Strait of Hormuz, has demanded an inquiry into the incident. Sharma was among three Indian seafarers who died when the vessel was attacked in the Gulf of Oman.
- 16 hours ago 11 Jun 26, 3:08pm -
- newPalantir CEO’s message to tech CEO: Don’t be surprised if your employees turn against you
Palantir CEO Alex Karp cautions tech leaders against publicizing AI-driven job cuts, warning it could provoke backlash from employees, voters, and policymakers. He suggests such pronouncements risk fueling opposition and strengthening calls for tech regulation. Karp himself acknowledges Palantir uses AI for efficiency but plans to boost revenue without significant workforce expansion.
- 18 hours ago 11 Jun 26, 1:38pm -
- newMicrosoft warns staff: Don't touch Claude Fable 5, lawyers are still reading fine print
Microsoft has blocked its own employees from using Anthropic's newly launched Claude Fable 5 inside GitHub Copilot, citing unresolved concerns over a 30-day data retention policy tied to the Mythos-class model. The Verge reports Microsoft's legal team is still reviewing the changes, even as paying Copilot and Foundry customers already have access. Other Claude models remain available internally under Zero Data Retention rules. Anthropic has not offered a workaround.
- 22 hours ago 11 Jun 26, 9:37am -
- Fans can watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony live worldwide
The FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony will feature three major celebrations across Mexico, Canada, and the United States, making it one of the biggest tournament launches in history. Artists including Shakira, Burna Boy, J Balvin, Tyla, Michael Bublé, and Nora Fatehi are set to perform. Fans in India can watch the ceremonies live on Unite8 Sports channels and Zee5. FIFA president Gianni Infantino called the event “a truly global celebration” uniting music, culture, and football.
- 2 days ago 10 Jun 26, 5:42pm -
- Roger Federer’s luxury car collection reflects his taste for speed and style
Roger Federer still has eyes on him; he has been on the Mercedes-Benz radar since forever and is an embodiment of a luxury lifestyle. He has an array of beautiful sports cars, superior SUVs and luxury cars that beautifully depict his sophisticated personality. He's not a crazy car enthusiast and wants his garage to be appreciated by tennis fans for its performance and usability, which is why his collection is one of the most loved in tennis.
- 2 days ago 10 Jun 26, 5:00am -