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Ex-LS Secretary General, constitution expert Subhash Kashyap passes away

Former Lok Sabha Secretary General and constitutional scholar Subhash C Kashyap, a leading authority on parliamentary affairs, passed away at 97

Film producer and former CBFC chief Pahlaj Nihalani passes away at 76

Pahlaj Nihalani is widely credited for giving actor Govinda his first big break with the 1986 movie 'Ilzaam', and introducing actor Chunky Panday with 'Aag Hi Aag' in 1987

SC releases draft rules for use of AI in courts, allows use with disclosure

The proposed framework allows AI-assisted legal work and court administration but bars the technology from influencing judicial decisions, bail determinations and sentencing

Monsoon reaches Kerala, three days later than usual amid El Nino scare

The onset of rains marks the start of the monsoon's four-month-long journey over the Indian mainland that ends in September

India-Venezuela oil marketing companies to explore energy agreements

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodriguez discussed energy cooperation, critical minerals, pharmaceuticals and trade expansion

Datanomics: Residential buildings face highest risk of structural collapse

Residential buildings account for nearly two-thirds of structural collapses in India, underscoring persistent concerns over construction quality and safety

Odisha pitches global action on climate and disaster risks at BRICS meet

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi highlighted Odisha's disaster management model and called for greater international cooperation to tackle climate-related challenges

Iranian-French cartoonist and filmmaker Marjane Satrapi dies at 56

Satrapi is best-known for her monochrome autobiographical comic book and film "Persepolis," a coming-of-age tale set against the Islamic Revolution in her native Iran

7 in 10 young Indians say getting first job has become harder now: Survey

An Indeed survey found that 72 per cent of respondents felt entry-level jobs frequently require prior experience, creating an experience paradox for fresh graduates

3 returnees from Ebola-hit African nations isolated in Chhattisgarh

The three travellers, however, show no symptoms of the disease and have no history of contact with Ebola-infected persons, officials said

Monsoon reaches Kerala after three day delay, brings relief from heatwave

Last month, the India Meteorological ‌Department forecast an El Nino-weakened monsoon in 2026 that ‌will bring ​the lowest rainfall ​in 11 years

Malviya Nagar fire: Delhi govt to pay ₹10 lakh ex-gratia to kin of deceased

People with serious injuries will get ₹5 lakh in assistance from the Delhi government

Tamil Nadu signs ₹18,600 crore MoU with Larsen & Toubro for three projects

The largest among them is a Data Centre Expansion Project in Kancheepuram district, which will involve an investment of Rs 15,000 crore

5 killed in fire at hospital in Bihar's Muzaffarpur, CM condoles deaths

Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary described the incident as "extremely tragic" and expressed condolences to the bereaved families

WFI plea against Vinesh Phogat's selection trials order 'infructuous': SC

Senior advocate DN Goburdhun, appearing for the WFI said that Phogat was allowed to participate in the selection trial but she did not succeed

Malviya Nagar fire: MCD to start 'sealing' illegal commercial buildings

The move comes days after a deadly fire at a bed-and-breakfast facility in Malviya Nagar claimed multiple lives and exposed large-scale violations

Delhi-NCR truck scrappage plan: Can replacing old vehicles clean air?

Experts say targeting old trucks and buses could cut transport emissions significantly, but broader action on dust, industry and other pollution sources will remain crucial

PM Modi meets Citigroup Chair Jane Fraser, discusses investment plans

The Prime Minister and Citi Chair Jane Fraser discussed investment opportunities, capital flows, artificial intelligence and alternative energy as part of India's long-term growth agenda

Monsoon 'likely' to reach Kerala today; Delhi under yellow alert for storms

IMD forecasts heavy rain along the west coast and in the Northeast, while Delhi may see thunderstorms, lightning, and winds gusting up to 60 kmph on June 4

Lalit Modi rejects 'fugitive' label, says he is 'not running at all'

When pressed on whether he plans to return to India to formally clear his name, the former cricket tycoon made it clear that his priorities have shifted