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Rahul Gandhi Reaffirms DMK Alliance on Birthday

Rahul Gandhi thanked MK Stalin for birthday wishes and reaffirmed their alliance. The Congress extended support to the TVK after the Tamil Nadu elections, a move that reportedly caused unease within the DMK. Rahul Gandhi's public message on his birthday signals a continuation of the alliance amid reported unease within the DMK following the Tamil Nadu elections.

"Thank you, Thiru M.K. Stalin, for your warm wishes. Our shared resolve to defend the idea of India, our Constitution, and federalism will continue to guide us - this is the fight for the very soul of our democracy, and we will wage it together, until we win."— Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition

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Rahul Gandhi's Birthday Reply: A Patch-Up Bid Amidst DMK Unease

Rahul Gandhi's birthday message to MK Stalin serves as a direct effort to mend a growing rift within the INDIA bloc. The move follows significant unease within the DMK after Congress supported the TVK to form the Tamil Nadu government, despite their prior alliance. Gandhi's public reaffirmation of shared resolve aims to bridge this divide.

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Asian News International (ANI)Hindustan Times

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BEST Employees Strike, Disrupting Mumbai Bus Services

BEST employees launched an indefinite strike on Friday. BEST buses are a primary mode of public transport in Mumbai. The strike began at midnight on Thursday/Friday, impacting Friday morning peak hours.

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Delhi doubles parking fees, restricts fuel to curb winter pollution

Delhi government notifies Winter Air Quality Framework with new restrictions. Delhi faces severe air pollution during winter months. The government is announcing restrictions months ahead of winter instead of waiting for pollution levels to spike.

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VP Vance Postpones Iran MoU Signing Amid Logistical Issues

U.S. Vice President JD Vance postpones trip to Switzerland for formal in-person signing of MoU with Iran. The postponement follows the recent signing of a 14-point MoU between the U.S. and Iran aimed at ending hostilities. Logistical issues surrounding the next phase of negotiations have not been finalized.

"As the Vice President said at his press conference, the plans for the upcoming technical talks have not been finalized, and the U.S. delegation has been prepared to depart at the first available opportunity. But the logistics of these negotiations have never been simple or predictable."— White House spokesperson

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US-Iran Deal Stumbles Early as Vance Trip Postponed

The White House's postponement of Vice President JD Vance's trip to Switzerland for the formal US-Iran MoU signing signals an early hurdle for the nascent agreement. Citing unresolved logistical issues and unfinalized technical talks, the delay indicates significant practical difficulties are emerging in the initial stages of negotiations. This uncertainty complicates the path forward for the deal, which aims to end hostilities and establish a framework for sanctions relief and Iran's nuclear program.

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Asian News International (ANI)LiveMint

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Vance, Once Skeptic, Now Champions Iran Deal

Vice President JD Vance has embraced his role as the chief proponent of the US-Iran agreement, actively defending the deal despite his past skepticism of foreign interventions and ongoing criticism. He champions the agreement as a significant win for Americans, touting projected benefits such as lower gas prices and renewed shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

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Actor Allu Arjun summoned by Nampally Court in Sandhya Theatre stampede case.

Actor Allu Arjun summoned by Nampally Court in Sandhya Theatre stampede case. The case relates to a stampede incident during the promotion of the movie 'Pushpa 2'. Court orders Allu Arjun to appear in person on June 22.

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Meloni Denies Trump's 'Begging' Claim, Italian Minister Cancels US Visit

Donald Trump claimed Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni "begged" for a photo with him at the G7 summit. A diplomatic spat has erupted between former US President Donald Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni following Trump's public statements about their interaction at the G7 summit. "My popularity is none of your concern" was attributed to Giorgia Meloni.

"My popularity is none of your concern"— Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of Italy

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Meloni Slams Trump's 'Begging' Claim, Italy Cancels US Visit

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni fiercely rejected Donald Trump's assertion that she 'begged' for a G7 photo, declaring 'neither I nor Italy ever beg.' Her strong defense of national dignity, dismissing Trump's claims as 'totally invented,' prompted Italy's Deputy Prime Minister to cancel a US visit. Meloni further criticized Trump for treating allies worse than 'enemies of the West.'

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Asian News International (ANI)India Today

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Trump's 'Begging' Claim Ignites Diplomatic Firestorm with Italy

Donald Trump's claim that Giorgia Meloni 'begged' for a photo has triggered a diplomatic backlash, prompting Italy's Foreign Minister to cancel a US visit. Italian officials, including Meloni, condemned Trump's 'offensive' and 'fabricated' remarks as an insult to the nation and a broader disrespect for allies. Meloni further criticized Trump for showing more deference to 'enemies of the West' than to established partners.

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Press Trust of India (PTI)LiveMint

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Tamil Nadu Assembly Opposes Mekedatu Dam Project

Tamil Nadu Assembly unanimously passed a resolution opposing Karnataka's Mekedatu dam project. The Mekedatu dam project is a contentious issue between Tamil Nadu and Karnataka over the sharing of Cauvery river waters. The resolution was passed on Friday, June 19.

"This Augu st House records its strong objection to the unilateral attempt of the Government of Karnataka to construct a dam across the Cauvery River at Mekedatu, without respecting the Final Award of the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal dated 5.2.2007 and the Judgment of the Hon'ble Supreme Court dated 16.2.2018, without obtaining the concurrence of the concerned basin States, and without securing any approval from the Union Government. Such an action is not at all acceptable."— Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly

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Mexico defeats South Korea 1-0, qualifies for World Cup 2026 knockout stage

Mexico defeated South Korea 1-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026, becoming the first team to qualify for the Round of 32. Luis Romo scored the decisive goal in the 50th minute. Raúl Rangel made crucial saves in the final minutes.

"Aguirre relishes Azteca knockout matches after Mexico win"— Javier Aguirre, Mexico coach

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Modi Gifts Indian Heritage Items to French and Slovak Leaders

Prime Minister Modi gifted Indian heritage items to French and Slovak leaders. Gifts exchanged between leaders often reflect cultural heritage and diplomatic relations. Prime Minister Modi gifted a Kalamkari Mahabharata painting to French President Macron.

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India slams Pakistan at UN, calls it 'Frankenstein state'

India called Pakistan a 'Frankenstein state' at the UN. India and Pakistan have a long-standing dispute over the region of Jammu and Kashmir. India delivered a strong response to Pakistan at the United Nations.

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India condemned Pakistan at the UN

India condemned Pakistan at the UN, labeling it a 'Frankenstein State' for actively sponsoring and exporting terrorism. New Delhi simultaneously rejected Islamabad's allegations regarding Jammu and Kashmir, reaffirming the region as an integral part of India.

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Press Trust of India (PTI)Business Standard

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India fiercely condemned Pakistan at the UN

India fiercely condemned Pakistan at the UN, labeling it a "Frankenstein state" for its alleged repression and human rights violations in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK). Indian diplomat Anupama Singh asserted that basic demands for dignity in PoJK are met with "bullets and brutality," citing recent civilian killings and crackdowns as evidence of Islamabad's harsh policies.

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Hindustan TimesNDTV

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Banerjee seeks disqualification of rebel TMC MPs

Abhishek Banerjee met Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to seek disqualification of 20 rebel TMC MPs. The Trinamool Congress (TMC) is facing a dispute over a faction of its MPs seeking to merge with a different political party. The meeting occurred after a faction of 20 TMC MPs claimed to have merged with another party.

"The Constitution says that a merger can be considered valid only if two-thirds of a political party, not the legislature party, merges into another, he said."— Abhishek Banerjee, TMC national general secretary

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Delhi High Court Upholds Telegram Ban Ahead of NEET-UG Re-exam

Delhi High Court upholds temporary ban on Telegram app ahead of NEET-UG re-exam. The ban was imposed due to concerns about the app being used for exam fraud and misinformation. The court delivered its verdict on Telegram's challenge to the Centre's temporary blocking order.

"the reasons supplied are sufficient and government has followed the procedure in Section 69A"— Delhi High Court

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Satheesan Presents First Kerala Budget, Focuses on Maritime Integration and Tax Cuts

V.D. Satheesan presented his first Kerala budget. The UDF government is newly elected. The budget was presented recently. "The government is committed to stimulating the economy through broad-based development strategies, attracting large-scale investments across various sectors, mobilising financial resources for the public exchequer, and ensuring the equitable distribution of wealth." was attributed to V.D. Satheesan.

"The government is committed to stimulating the economy through broad-based development strategies, attracting large-scale investments across various sectors, mobilising financial resources for the public exchequer, and ensuring the equitable distribution of wealth."— V.D. Satheesan, Chief Minister

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Shiv Sena Factions Clash on Foundation Day Amidst Legacy Battle

Eknath Shinde hinted at further defections from Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena faction, stating current events are just a 'trailer'. The Shiv Sena party has split into two factions, one led by Eknath Shinde and the other by Uddhav Thackeray, following a political crisis in Maharashtra. Shiv Sena marked its 60th foundation day amidst a deep split and ongoing political maneuvering.

"current events are merely the "trailer" and that the "full picture" is yet to come."— Eknath Shinde, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister

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Defection Fears Plague Uddhav Faction

The Uddhav Thackeray faction faces acute defection threats, with reports of potential crossovers to the Shinde camp dominating the Shiv Sena's 60th foundation day. Despite no formal inductions, the anticipation of UBT rebels joining rivals underscores the faction's existential crisis. Uddhav Thackeray is actively planning outreach efforts to retain local leaders amidst these continuous internal challenges and external pressures.

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The HinduTimes Now

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As the Shiv Sena marked its 60th foundation day amidst a deep split

As the Shiv Sena marked its 60th foundation day amidst a deep split, the rival factions led by Eknath Shinde and Uddhav Thackeray intensified their struggle for Bal Thackeray's political legacy. This battle for identity, marked by public clashes and poster wars, sees the Uddhav faction facing an existential crisis while the Shinde group fights for relevance. Their confrontation over who truly inherits the founder's mantle defines their uncertain paths forward.

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ABP Live

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Supreme Court Declares Right to Walk on Footpaths Fundamental

The Supreme Court declared the right to walk on demarcated footpaths a fundamental right. The right to walk on footpaths was not previously recognized as a fundamental right. The Supreme Court made this declaration in a judgment.

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NEET Re-Exam: NTA Conducts Nationwide Mock Drill Ahead of June 21 Re-examination

NTA to conduct nationwide mock drill on June 20 ahead of NEET-UG re-exam. The NEET-UG 2026 re-examination is being held due to allegations of paper leaks in the original exam. The mock drill is scheduled for June 20, the day before the re-examination.

"A day before the June 21 re-examination, NTA will test preparedness across more than 5,000 centres, with enhanced security measures, CCTV surveillance and state support for student transport."— National Testing Agency

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NEET Re-Exam: Officials Fortify Retest Amid Integrity Scrutiny

The National Testing Agency (NTA), National Medical Commission (NMC), and the Centre are implementing extensive security and vigilance for the NEET-UG re-exam. Measures include deploying senior officials, restricting student leave, conducting mock drills, and using CCTV to ensure the examination's integrity. Authorities also issued admit card reminders and debunked fake leak claims, aiming for a transparent and smooth conduct.

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Press Trust of India (PTI)Hindustan Times

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NEET Re-Exam Nears: SC Rejects Urgent Pleas Amid Mounting Student Stress

Ahead of the NEET-UG re-exam, students report mounting anxiety over persistent paper leak allegations and admit card issues. The Supreme Court has declined urgent hearings on pleas highlighting this severe stress, opting instead to address matters in a pending case. This judicial refusal leaves critical student concerns unaddressed just days before the crucial re-test.

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LiveMintDNA India

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Jio Platforms to File DRHP with SEBI Following Reliance AGM Announcement

Reliance board approves Jio IPO and DRHP filing with SEBI. Jio Platforms is the digital services arm of Reliance Industries Limited. The approval and planned filing occurred at the Reliance AGM.

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Jio Platforms Explores Sovereign Satellite Constellation for India

Jio Platforms is evaluating the development of a sovereign low earth orbit satellite constellation for India. The satellite communications segment is currently dominated by foreign companies like Starlink and Eutelsat. Jio is partnering with global constellation providers by leasing satellite capacity.

"We are also partnering with the leading global constellation providers by leasing satellite capacity, so that we can accelerate service availability while building our own long-term sovereign capability. This dual approach will enable Jio to meet India's connectivity needs faster, while laying the foundation for the Indian satellite broadband platform of global scale."— Akash Ambani, Jio Platforms managing director

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Supreme Court Dismisses Plea on TN Trust Vote Irregularities

Supreme Court dismisses plea seeking probe into Tamil Nadu trust vote irregularities. A trust vote is a vote in a legislature on a motion of confidence in the government. The Supreme Court described the allegations in the plea as 'vague, bald, casual, and wild'. "vague, wild and casual allegations" was attributed to Supreme Court.

"vague, wild and casual allegations"— Supreme Court

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Samay Raina's 'India's Got Latent' Returns for Season 2 Amidst Cryptic Teasers

Samay Raina announced the second season of his comedy show 'India's Got Latent'. The first season of 'India's Got Latent' was previously embroiled in controversy. The announcement follows cryptic social media posts by Netflix and Raina.