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INDIA bloc meeting: Opposition leaders seek unity, deliberate to redraw strategy

Hindu - Mon, 06/08/2026 - 09:16
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge highlighted that the economic environment is extremely negative and new investments are not coming in at the pace required to generate new jobs
Categories: National News

Daughter, father arrested for religious conversion in U.P.; nine booked

Hindu - Mon, 06/08/2026 - 09:13
In a complaint lodged with police, medicine trader Devraj Malik alleged that his son Ayush Malik (30) was converted to Islam years ago under the pretext of marriage with Chandni
Categories: National News

BJP announces candidates from Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh for Rajya Sabha polls

Hindu - Mon, 06/08/2026 - 09:12
The Rajya Sabha polls for 24 seats in 10 States, including Arunachal Pradesh, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Manipur and Karnataka, will be held on June 18
Categories: National News

'It's called 'idli', not 'id-slice': Tharoor dishes out another culinary lesson

Times of India - Mon, 06/08/2026 - 08:59
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor amused netizens with his witty responses to culinary debates on social media. He humorously critiqued an 'idli pizza' cutting style, attributing it to software engineering logic. Previously, Tharoor also defended the South Indian idli against a comparison to rasgulla, highlighting its unique preparation and culinary significance.
Categories: National News

Affordable housing now crosses Rs 45 lakh — but govt limit stays unchanged

Times of India - Mon, 06/08/2026 - 08:54
India's urban areas face a growing affordable housing crisis, with the deficit projected to reach 30 million units by 2030. Developers are shifting focus away from affordable homes due to land scarcity and financial viability challenges, leading to a significant drop in new affordable housing launches.
Categories: National News

Heavy rain alerts continue across Kerala as monsoon remains active

Hindu - Mon, 06/08/2026 - 08:54
Authorities have urged residents in landslide, mudslide and flash flood-prone areas to remain vigilant and move to safer locations if advised by officials
Categories: National News

'You don't need a turning track': Gavaskar decodes Suthar's six-wicket haul

Times of India - Mon, 06/08/2026 - 08:53
Debutant Manav Suthar starred as India bowled out Afghanistan for 152 and enforced the follow-on in the lone Test. The left-arm spinner claimed 6 for 33, recording the second-best figures by an Indian on Test debut. Sunil Gavaskar praised Suthar’s accuracy, control and skill, saying his success came from precision and smart bowling rather than pitch assistance.
Categories: National News

Lack of privacy, toilets, persistent stigma force girls in Odisha to miss school during menstruation

Hindu - Mon, 06/08/2026 - 08:47
While 94% of the surveyed schools had separate toilets for girls, the lack of basic menstrual hygiene support systems, and non-availability of water and soap were cited as major hurdles
Categories: National News

How Israel's air-defence network intercepts everything from ballistic missiles to drones

Times of India - Mon, 06/08/2026 - 08:44
Amid rising tensions, Iran launched a series of eleven missiles aimed at Israel, yet each was thwarted by the country's intricate air defense system. This episode not only reveals the prowess of Israel's military technology but also its readiness to combat any form of aerial assaults, whether from makeshift devices or sophisticated missile strikes.
Categories: National News

'Every red light was making my heart race': 61 km, two exams, and a father’s X post

Times of India - Mon, 06/08/2026 - 08:37
A post on X by Shailendra Sharma has drawn attention to the logistical strain faced by students during competitive exams. He described rushing his daughter between two national-level tests, IISER and CUET, across 61 kilometres in Delhi-NCR within hours. The incident raises concerns about exam scheduling coordination and student convenience.
Categories: National News

Kurnool readies 200 trainers for Yogandhra; mega yoga event on June 21

Hindu - Mon, 06/08/2026 - 08:33
District Collector A. Siri leads a yoga session at Orvakal’s Rock Garden, urging residents to register as the initiative expands to tourist spots and six temples in the district.
Categories: National News

OpenAI CFO: I wouldn't hire a finance person who doesn’t know how to use Excel

Times of India - Mon, 06/08/2026 - 08:20
OpenAI's CFO, Sarah Friar, stressed that AI tool proficiency is now as crucial for finance professionals as spreadsheets were decades ago. She highlighted that companies are actively seeking employees skilled in AI, with demand for compute power outstripping supply. Friar also underscored the need for inclusive access to AI technologies as adoption grows.
Categories: National News

Akhilesh alleges massive fraud with Ram Temple money; trust says audit underway

Hindu - Mon, 06/08/2026 - 08:04
It is very sensitive news for devotees of Lord Ram across the world that crores of rupees from donations made to the Ram Temple have been found missing, says Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav
Categories: National News

Experts question Kerala’s move to assess carrying capacity of forests and conduct wildlife census to mitigate conflicts

Hindu - Mon, 06/08/2026 - 07:57
Environmentalists and wildlife experts argue that it risks reducing a complex ecological issue to wildlife numbers while overlooking habitat degradation, forest fragmentation and human pressures on forest ecosystems
Categories: National News

Woman killed, son injured in wild elephant attack in Kerala’s Idukki

Hindu - Mon, 06/08/2026 - 07:56
Forest dept officials said the woman was walking her son to school when they encountered two wild elephants standing on the road. Due to heavy rain and thick mist, she failed to notice the animals
Categories: National News

CBSE revaluation row: Delhi HC issues notice to board, Centre on OSM discrepancy plea

Times of India - Mon, 06/08/2026 - 07:53
The Delhi High Court has issued notices to the Centre and CBSE regarding discrepancies in the board's On-Screen Marking system. This follows student allegations of handwriting mismatches in scanned answer sheets, raising concerns about marking irregularities. The court will hear the case on June 12.
Categories: National News

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