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Monsoon to return from June 12 after 13-day lull, IMD warns of heavy rain

IMD says the southwest monsoon will progress northwards after a 13-day pause, with thunderstorms, gusty winds, and intense rain forecast across peninsular, northern, and northeastern India

IMD issues orange alert as heatwave grips Delhi, air quality remains poor

On Tuesday, Delhi recorded its highest maximum temperature of the season at 43.8 degrees Celsius, which is 3.6 degrees above normal, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD)

ED raids premises linked to Cong Bellary MP, 3 MLAs in K'taka Valmiki case

The sources said premises linked to Tukaram and the three MLAs are being searched under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act

NEET-UG 2025: Students raise alarm over faulty papers, urge NTA action

Students and parents flag errors in NEET-UG 2025, urging the NTA to ensure fair evaluation amid rising concerns over faulty papers and content

Maharashtra hikes excise duty on liquor, introduces new category: Details

Maharashtra hikes excise duty on Indian-Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) and country liquor, introduces new Maharashtra-Made Liquor category; state expects ₹14,000 crore in revenue boost

Jaishankar congratulates Portugal FM on national day, eyes stronger ties

Currently, Jaishankar is on an official visit to France, the European Union (EU), and Belgium from June 8 to 14, 2025, the Ministry of External Affairs announced in a press release on Sunday

CJI Gavai calls Constitution 'quiet revolution' empowering oppressed

He said the Constitution told the citizens that they belong, that they can speak for themselves, and that they have an equal place in every sphere of society and powe

Axiom-4 mission carrying Shubhanshu Shukla delayed as SpaceX detects leak

In a statement, SpaceX announced that it was 'standing down' from the Falcon 9 launch of the Axiom-4 mission, which will be carrying Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and three others

Odisha govt suspends IAS officer Dhiman Chakma accused of taking bribe

Chakma, a 2021-batch IAS officer, was on Sunday caught by sleuths of the vigilance department while allegedly taking a bribe of Rs 10 lakh from the businessman at Dharmagarah in Kalahandi district

Telangana govt bags ₹2,150 cr investment in biotech, tech, fintech sectors

The investment is expected to promote innovation and growth, further positioning Telangana as a global hub for emerging industries

Highlights: Delhi cabinet gives nod to ordinance on regulation of school fees

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Datanomics: UN bats for choice in Freedom vs Population control debate

The report also highlights India's stark "high fertility-low fertility duality," with Bihar and Uttar Pradesh showing high fertility, while Kerala and Tamil Nadu remain well below replacement levels

Maharashtra urges farmers to delay sowing as monsoon lags until June 15

The Chief Minister's Office (CMO) stated that thunderstorms and heavy rainfall are expected in some areas and advised farmers and fisherfolk to exercise caution

India pushes for Global Ocean Pact, launches data portal at UN meet

In 2024, the Potsdam Institute's Planetary Health Check warned that ocean acidity could soon become the seventh planetary boundary to be breached

Coal India inks MoU with Kolkata Port for dynamic lighting of Howrah Bridge

The design features volumetric and skeleton lighting with synchronised music shows, transforming the 80-year-old Rabindra Setu into a glowing symbol of Kolkata's heritage

Karnataka to finalise caste census timeline, complete survey in 90 days

He was speaking after the party announced the decision on the caste recount following a high-level meeting with Congress president Mallikarjuna Kharge and party leader Rahul Gandhi

Delhi swelters at 43.8 degrees as heatwave pushes real-feel to 47 degrees

The IMD on Monday issued an orange alert for the capital city till Wednesday, warning people to stay cautious and take steps to protect themselves from the ongoing heatwave

Kerala HC summons Priyanka Gandhi in petition challenging Wayanad win

BJP's Navya Haridas alleges Priyanka Gandhi failed to disclose key assets and misled voters in her election affidavit

India plans to standardise air-conditioning temperature to save power

The plan, although at an initial stage, reflects the government's focus to boost energy efficiency as electricity consumption soars

Op Sindoor: PM meets multi-party delegations, says proud of their work

The delegations had highlighted India's anti-terror stance and commitment to peace following the Pahalgam Valley attack