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90 Indians among over 1,000 Hajj pilgrims dead in Mecca amid intense heat

Deaths among Egyptians had surged to at least 658, a significant increase from the previous day's 300, largely due to the oppressive heat

Elon Musk's Starlink satellites may cause Ozone layer harm, warns study

The study warned that SpaceX's Starlink satellites emit significant amounts of aluminium oxide gas, which leads to reactions with chlorine, ultimately destroying ozone molecules

Amid war with Israel, bank heists have become the latest headache for Gaza

These thefts, amounting to millions of dollars, accounted for about one-third of the cash stored in now inaccessible vaults in Gaza

Union Minister fails to write 'Beti Bachao Beti Padhao' slogan. WATCH

The Minister of State for Women and Child Development, Savitri Thakur, misspelt the slogan, leading to criticism from the Opposition

Heatwave update: Light rain cools Delhi, heat-related deaths rise to 34

Over 40,000 suspected heatstroke cases have emerged across the country this summer, claiming over 100 lives nationwide

Delhi excise policy case: Court extends CM Kejriwal's custody till July 3

The ED urged the court to extend Arvind Kejriwal's judicial custody, saying that it is essential for further investigation in the alleged irregularities in the Delhi excise policy

After SC's stay order, Bombay HC permits 'Hamare Baarah' release after cuts

The Supreme Court had left the case to be decided by the Bombay High Court after suspending the film's screening last week

Auto industry grew 19% in value in FY24 as SUVs become popular: Report

Despite high volume of registrations, average price of vehicles in India is cheaper compared to advanced economies

Political controversy: CISF questioning of DMK MP MM Abdulla sparks debate

CISF asks DMK MP to 'explain his purpose of visit' inside Parliament. MP writes to the Vice President. TMC Rajya Sabha MP questions if govt aims to obstruct INDIA MPs from carrying out their duties

Heatwave in India: 5 die in Delhi, warnings issued, little relief in sight

While the weather department has predicted some respite from the current heatwave, it added that relief will only come with the arrival of the monsoon

Heatwave kills over 550 people during 2024 Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia

The temperatures at Mecca's Grand Mosque soared to a blistering 51.8 degrees Celsius on June 17. The majority of the fatalities were Egyptian pilgrims, along with at least 60 Jordanians and 5 Iranians

Vladimir Putin visits North Korea for first time in 24 years; key details

Putin's visit to North Korea has angered US as South Korea called the Western nation to discuss potential implications

US' Kansas sues Pfizer for hiding Covid vaccine risks, making false claims

The lawsuit filed by Kansas, a US state, alleged that Pfizer promoted its vaccine's safety while hiding evidence linking it to pregnancy complications, such as miscarriages, and heart inflammations

Anticipating pilot shortage, Air India to launch its own training school

Air India's initiative marks a departure from the traditional approach of Indian airlines, which have typically partnered with independent flight schools both domestically and internationally

Budget 2024: Subsidies likely to remain same, rural funding may rise

The Budget is anticipated to be unveiled in the third week of July. The NDA 3.0 administration might strengthen specific welfare-oriented schemes, prioritising fiscal prudence

Skies are raining fire, Delhi on red alert: When will the heatwave end?

The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for June 18, asking Delhiites to remain indoors, with the prediction that the mercury will go down from June 19

Tears in your eyes: Onion buffer stock way below the govt's FY25 target

Due to trader hoarding and farmers' reluctance to sell their stock, the government has only achieved less than 10 per cent of its 500,000-tonne onion buffer stock target

IMD says monsoon at 20% deficit, heatwaves causing alarm for agriculture

The weather department is hoping that while the monsoon has weakened, it is expected to pick up again and potentially make up for the shortfall quickly

US is 15 years behind China in nuclear power, claims report. Key details

According to a US-based research institute, China currently has 27 under-construction nuclear reactors, with an average completion time of approximately seven years - much faster than other nations

Budget 2024: Will the govt provide income tax relief to salaried class?

A report by a leading national-daily claim the upcoming Budget for FY25 may emphasise tax reductions for low-income earners rather than increasing welfare expenditures