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Ahead of India’s Women’s T20 World Cup opener against Pakistan, Jemimah Rodrigues said the rivalry brings immense pressure, recalling how even her building watchman stresses the importance of beating Pakistan. Despite the expectations, she said the team remains focused on winning its maiden T20 World Cup title, with extensive preparation and mental conditioning boosting confidence.

The buses and autos are the only modes of transport that provide last-mile connectivity, but it becomes a hassle due to traffic congestion and the high fares of autorickshaws

MAATI, short for Mithila Art Artisan Transformative Initiative, works with women artisans from Madhubhani and Darbhanga in Bihar. Four women artisans showcased their works in Bengaluru, ranging from textile to wall art

The deceased have been identified as Atul and Gaurishankar, both nursing students pursuing their studies in Bengaluru

Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandana faced backlash for their Vada Pao promotion in Pune. Netizens accused the stars of hypocrisy, noting their hesitation to eat the local delicacy while often promoting unhealthy food and sugary drinks. The actors' staged eating of the Vada Pao further fueled criticism.

An order issued by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on June 12 stated that, due to certain issues flagged by the competent authorities, the Cell Broadcast Service is being kept on hold until further instructions

An official communiqué said West Tripura District Magistrate would conduct the inquiry and submit a report to the State government

The case came to light after the chairman of the Karnal Child Welfare Committee filed a complaint stating he had visited Ansal Town for work, where he saw a girl child who appeared to be pregnant

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) is set to commence the KCET 2026 counselling web option entry today, June 13. This crucial stage allows candidates to prioritize their preferred colleges and courses for admission to professional programs. The process follows the release of the KCET 2026 verification slip, confirming document verification.

Uttar Pradesh RERA has capped flat transfer fees for legal heirs inheriting unregistered property at Rs. 1,000, a significant relief from exorbitant developer charges. For non-family successors, the fee is capped at Rs. 25,000. This move aims to bring transparency and affordability to property inheritance transfers, requiring a death certificate, succession certificate, and NOC from other heirs.

Bill Gates has raised concerns over the Trump administration taking equity stakes in Intel, IBM and other US companies, saying that the "rules of the game are pretty unclear right now." The Microsoft co-founder warned Washington could favour firms it owns over rivals with better technology. His comments come as Trump plans to meet AI executives from OpenAI, Anthropic and others to discuss similar government stakes.

Pakistan grapples with a severe water shortage affecting one-third of its population. Last year, India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty after terror attacks. This has intensified water scarcity in Sindh and Balochistan. Irrigation canals face significant deficits. Allegations of unequal water distribution fuel political disputes. Farmers struggle as cultivation is hampered. The crisis highlights vulnerabilities in Pakistan's water management.

Comedian Pranit More has apologized for his 'Rs 370 biryani' remark controversy, admitting a lapse in judgment for not intervening during a show where derogatory comments were made. He expressed remorse for offending people and is cooperating with authorities investigating the viral clips for alleged obscenity and violations of public decency.

TMC leader and former minister Arup Biswas has received a third notice from Bidhannagar commissionerate regarding the Lionel Messi "GOAT India Tour" event. He is directed to appear before Bidhannagar South Police Station within 48 hours as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged ticket black marketing, extortion, and fraud.

The US government has ordered Anthropic to suspend access to its Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models due to national security concerns. Anthropic disagrees, stating the identified "jailbreak" technique exposed minor, known vulnerabilities also present in other leading AI systems. The company is complying with the directive but argues it's an overreaction to a narrow issue.