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The US has proposed a plan to de-escalate tensions between Israel and Lebanon, urging Hezbollah to halt attacks in exchange for Israel refraining from escalation in Beirut. Meanwhile, President Trump has reportedly sent back a proposed agreement with Iran for further revisions, seeking tougher provisions and guarantees against nuclear weapons.

Alphabet's Debug initiative is seeking EPA approval to release 32 million specially treated male mosquitoes in California and Florida. This innovative approach uses Wolbachia bacteria to sterilize wild Culex mosquitoes, aiming to significantly reduce the spread of diseases like West Nile virus. Advanced AI and robotics are enabling this large-scale effort, with trials planned over two years.

India's Goods and Services Tax collections in May surpassed Rs 1.94 lakh crore, marking a 3.2% year-on-year increase. While domestic revenue saw a slight dip, robust growth in import-linked taxes fueled the overall rise. Several states reported healthy SGST collection increases, though Delhi experienced a significant decline.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's journey from perennial underachievers to champions is complete. With back-to-back IPL titles and two WPL crowns in three seasons, RCB have evolved from a star-driven franchise into a system-driven team. Their journey from one of the teams making up the numbers mirrors the transformation - and success - of Manchester City in England.

A student may have to pay up to ₹2,000 just to ensure the accurate evaluation of their own answer sheet, said Rahul Gandhi. ‘Just imagine the revenue CBSE is generating when four lakh students have submitted such applications,’ he added

The notifications were issued on Monday (June 1, 2026) morning by the Law Ministry

Beyond his acting career, superstar Mohanlal has cultivated a deep passion for sustainable living and organic farming. His half-acre property in Kerala has transformed into a thriving garden, yielding a variety of vegetables and herbs. Mohanlal actively encourages others to embrace home gardening, even in small spaces, promoting chemical-free produce.

A medical officer said the woman had sustained a serious gunshot injury and was referred to a specialised medical centre in view of her critical condition

Governor R N Ravi administered the oath, bringing the total strength of the Council of Ministers to 41 under Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari's administration. The expansion marks a significant reshuffle as the state government moves to strengthen its administrative team and governance across various departments.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducted the rescheduled Common University Entrance Test-Undergraduate 2026 examination in two shifts at centres across the country and overseas

Gujarat's Halpati Housing Scheme offers Rs 1.2 lakh aid to Talaviya and Nayak families in southern districts for home construction. Beneficiaries rural areas of southern Gujarat can apply. No income limit applies, and funds are disbursed in phases directly to bank accounts. Essential documents include age and caste proof, birth certificate, and ration card.

The incident occurred between 9.45 p.m. and 10 p.m. on May 31, 2026, in the basement of the apartment where Govind Sharma was present, said Muzaffarpur SSP Kantesh Kumar Mishra

Veteran actor Eddie Murphy advises against letting external validation dictate your emotions. He stresses that excessive joy from praise can lead to devastating lows when faced with criticism. Murphy advocates for emotional balance, urging individuals to remain grounded and not surrender control of their self-esteem to others' opinions, drawing from his own life experiences.

With police barriers around, they danced on the streets revelling in the team's remarkable success and their icon Virat Kohli, who smashed an unbeaten fifty to anchor the chase

Stock market recommendations: Nuvama Wealth Management Ltd, and R R Kabel Ltd have been picked as the top stocks to buy in the June 1-June 5, 2026 week by Sudeep Shah, Head - Technical Research and Derivatives, SBI Securities:

A fire erupted on the second floor of the School of Planning and Architecture (SPA) building in Delhi's ITO area on Monday morning. The Delhi Fire Service was alerted after smoke was observed, and eight fire tenders were dispatched. Firefighting operations are ongoing, with no casualties reported thus far.

An Indian-origin pilot, Dave Fiji, tragically died in a helicopter crash just hours after his wedding in Georgia. The crash also claimed the life of the helicopter pilot, while his new bride, Jesni, survived and is recovering. Dave had expressed concerns about poor visibility before the flight, which was a special send-off after the ceremony.

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi dominated IPL 2026, scoring 776 runs and winning multiple awards, including the Orange Cap and MVP. Despite winning a Tata Sierra, he cannot drive it due to his age. Sooryavanshi emphasized learning to adapt to pressure and situations, and the importance of fitness for a long career.

Gold price prediction today: Momentum in gold prices remains weak, and markets will track the US-Iran developments for cues, says Manav Modi, Senior Analyst, Commodity Research at Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd.

Nepal Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s remarks about border encroachment triggered a major political uproar in Parliament. The government later issued a clarification, citing technical factors related to shifting river boundaries.