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All three parties of the ruling coalition are likely to eye the lion’s share of seats

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Leaders say liquor has no place in Ladakhi society and that opening liquor outlets under the new policy would have negative consequences for the younger generation and society at large

A missing person case turns out to be one of abduction and sexual assault; girl traced and rescued after several days and tells police that she was sexually assaulted

Alexander Zverev has finally won his first Grand Slam title. He defeated Flavio Cobolli in a thrilling French Open final. This victory marks a significant achievement for the German star. Zverev's win came after several previous near misses in major finals. The tournament saw early exits from top players, opening the path for Zverev.

Inspired by Assam's "Forest Man," retired principal SL Garg transformed a barren Madhya Pradesh hillock into a thriving 50,000-tree plantation over a decade. Keshar Parvat now boasts over 600 plant species, including exotic fruits and saffron, demonstrating successful ecological restoration and the potential for widespread greening.

Farmers are agitated over the compensation provisions made by the MMRDA, the authority managing the Third Mumbai or Karnala-Sai-Chirner (KSC) New Town project

US President Trump labelled Iranians "nuts" and "crazy people" while defending his hardline stance against Tehran acquiring nuclear weapons, warning of global catastrophe. He asserted the US is acting to prevent Iran from obtaining nukes, even threatening harsh military action if talks fail. Trump, however, also expressed personal liking for Iranians and sees a diplomatic path forward.

A Trinamool leader accused of extensive corruption, including embezzlement and land grabbing, was publicly humiliated by villagers in Howrah. Residents shaved his head, garbed him in a shoe garland, and paraded him before handing him over to the police, who have since arrested him.

The US is reportedly exploring a direct purchase of the Chagos Islands, including the crucial Diego Garcia base, from Mauritius. This potential move aims to bypass the UK's sovereignty handover plan, driven by American concerns over security and geopolitical ties. Washington seeks to secure the long-term future of this vital Indian Ocean military hub amidst growing regional competition.

Funeral of the 57-year-old actor, who died due to cardiac arrest while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Kochi on June 6, was conducted on the premises of Laughing Villa, his residence at Chittattukara in Ernakulam