Times of India

A 45-year-old domestic worker, Meena, was tragically murdered in Southeast Delhi, allegedly by her employer, Dr. Manish Gupta. For 25 years, Meena supported her family, including her son's wife's fertility treatment. Friends recall her mentioning the doctor's increasingly watchful behavior. Her family questions why they weren't informed of his alleged mental health issues, leaving her in a dangerous situation.

European Council President Antonio Costa defended his office's direct diplomatic outreach to Russia, emphasizing the need for communication channels despite the absence of immediate peace talks over Ukraine. While some EU leaders expressed concerns about uncoordinated efforts and maintaining pressure on Moscow, others, like Spain and Ireland, backed the initiative as a necessary diplomatic tool to convey the bloc's messages directly to Russia.

Two workers vanished inside a Bengaluru sewage plant, sparking outrage from activists who claim they were illegally hired for hazardous work without safety. The water authority denies manual scavenging, stating the men entered unauthorizedly while attempting gate repairs. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about worker safety and accountability in the city's sanitation sector, with calls for prosecution of responsible officials.

Cross-voting significantly impacted Rajya Sabha elections in Jharkhandand Legislative Council elections in Karnataka, with both the INDIA bloc and NDA facing losses. While parties lauded rival cross-voters as exercising conscience, they condemned their own MLAs for betraying the party. This highlights a persistent double standard, where power dynamics, not ideology, drive these electoral outcomes despite past reforms aimed at curbing corruption.

A 21-year-old medical aspirant in Indore, Avantika Maurya, tragically died after falling from a multi-storey building, two days before the NEET-UG re-test. Police are investigating the incident, which occurred while she was on a phone call. Her father mentioned she had been suffering from depression for five months. The incident has sparked political reactions, with the Congress blaming the ruling BJP over NEET irregularities.

Taylor Swift’s latest Electric Lady Studios visit has fueled fresh speculation about a private wedding surprise for Travis Kelce. Reports from Daily Mail, TMZ, Page Six, and HT point to a guarded celebration, rumored venue shifts, NDA talk, and one alleged gift that could turn their wedding into a pop-culture event. Nothing is confirmed yet by the couple.

Across the globe, the stereotype of Canada, when seen through an American lens, is that it’s a country inhabited by extremely polite people with the exception of Wolverine. But Canadians, when push comes to shove, can put up a mean face, as Mark Carney showed Donald Trump.

Team India's assistant coach has made it clear that India's top three -- Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma and captain Shubman Gill will remain intact. Left-arm seamer Arshdeep Singh is likely to be rested. Between Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul one will miss out as management wants all-rounders Washington Sundar and Nitish Kumar Reddy to get a fair run.

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke slammed the Centre's Telegram ban ahead of the NEET re-exam, calling it a superficial fix. He highlighted ongoing student suicides and criticized the education system's commercialization. Dipke urged political leaders to prioritize student welfare over political gains, as Delhi Police bolstered security for an upcoming CJP protest.

Amazon has stepped away from "Artificial," the upcoming biopic about OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, despite a significant business partnership. The tech giant stated the film would be better served by another studio. Directed by Luca Guadagnino and starring Andrew Garfield as Altman, the movie reportedly covers Altman's dramatic ouster and swift return to power at OpenAI. Filming is complete, and filmmakers are now searching for a new distributor.

Uddhav Thackeray projected confidence amid a fresh party rebellion, assuring Shiv Sainiks are "fired up" despite six Lok Sabha MPs defecting. He apologized to voters for electing lawmakers who switched sides. Thackeray dismissed merger talks with Congress and defended his leadership, highlighting electoral wins. He warned of a threat to democracy with a move towards a "one party, no election" system. This latest crisis follows the 2022 split.

Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Lok Sabha unit appeared on the verge of a formal split on Thursday after six of its nine MPs stayed away from a parliamentary party meeting in Delhi despite the party issuing a whip. Only Arvind Sawant, Anil Desai and Rajabhau Waze attended the meeting, reaffirming their loyalty to party chief Uddhav Thackeray.

Fathers often express love through actions, not words, and Father's Day on June 21, 2026, is a time to appreciate their guidance and support. Simple gestures like cooking a favorite meal or sharing memories can mean more than gifts. This day is about acknowledging their sacrifices and letting them know they are deeply appreciated.

John Chayka did not ease into the Toronto Maple Leafs job. His first major swing brought Darren Raddysh from Tampa Bay in a reported $68 million sign-and-trade, giving Toronto a new power-play weapon and a clear defensive reset after a rough season with pressure attached to the price and term. Chayka now owns the bet. So does Toronto’s blue line.

Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasized that externally aided projects in the Northeast should empower local products for global markets and strengthen livelihoods. She highlighted a seven-fold increase in assistance, with over 10,000 km of roads built since 2014. Sitharaman underscored the region's potential, stating that EAPs offer a development model combining central support, state execution, and global expertise for local communities.

Cristiano Ronaldo's blank outing against DR Congo reignited questions over his place in Portugal's World Cup side. But the numbers paint a more complicated picture. While the 41-year-old failed to register a shot on target, FIFA tracking data shows he made 47 off-ball runs and was found only 10 times. His finishing deserves scrutiny, but Portugal's lack of service and creativity may have been just as responsible for a frustrating opening night.