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The U.S. and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding. Pakistan has been mediating between the U.S. and Iran. The memorandum of understanding was read to journalists and its text was released.
A drone was spotted over South Korea's FIFA World Cup training session. South Korea is preparing for a FIFA World Cup match against co-hosts Mexico. The incident occurred just before a significant match and has drawn comments from the coach.
An 18-year-old Indian tourist died after being thrown from a horse-drawn carriage in Central Park. The horse-drawn carriage industry in Central Park has faced opposition from animal welfare groups and concerns about safety. The death of the tourist has brought renewed attention to the safety of horse-drawn carriages in Central Park.
Former Rajya Sabha MP Naresh Gujral duped of ₹7.68 crore in WhatsApp impersonation scam. Naresh Gujral is the son of former Prime Minister Inder Kumar Gujral. Delhi Police have frozen ₹4.28 crore of the defrauded amount and are investigating the case.
U.S. Ambassador Sergio Gor met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The meeting focused on bilateral security cooperation between India and the United States. Discussions between Amit Shah and Sergio Gor included combating terrorism.
Real Madrid signed Ibrahima Konate to a four-year deal from Liverpool. Ibrahima Konate is a French defender. Ibrahima Konate was signed from Liverpool.
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan chaired a high-level meeting to review preparedness for the NEET-UG re-examination. The NEET-UG exam, used for medical course admissions, was cancelled due to paper leak allegations, prompting a re-examination. The meeting was held ahead of the NEET-UG re-examination.
Delhi government to set up cooling zones outside NEET exam centres. The cooling zones are intended to support parents of students taking the NEET exam. Ahead of the June 21 re-exam.
L'Oreal signs agreement to acquire majority stake in beauty and personal care startup Innovist. L'Oreal is expanding its presence in the Indian beauty market. Innovist was founded in 2019.
SED to develop India's advanced 2G ethanol biorefinery. The project is supported by the PM JI-VAN scheme. The project will receive ₹150 crore in government financial assistance. "Government-supported project integrates global carbon recycling innovation with indigenous biomass gasification technology, advancing India’s next-generation biofuel ecosystem" was attributed to The Hindu.
BCCI considering advancing IPL start and end dates. The IPL is considering an earlier start to avoid extreme summer weather. The BCCI is planning to implement this shift starting in 2027.
Benjamin Netanyahu faces mounting pressure in Israel after being excluded from US-Iran agreement negotiations. Netanyahu's government was reportedly excluded from the negotiations. The US-Iran MoU has intensified scrutiny of President Donald Trump's ties with Israeli President Benjamin Netanyahu.
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth announced a six-month review of American forces in Europe. The review signals a shift in U.S. policy towards Europe leading its own defense. The review is contingent on NATO allies taking greater responsibility for their own security.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a six-month review of American forces in Europe, explicitly linking their continued presence to NATO allies' willingness to increase defense spending and take greater responsibility for their own security. Hegseth sharply criticized allies over their current contributions, military access, and security priorities. This move signals a direct demand for European nations to boost their defense leadership and financial commitments.
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth launched a six-month review of American forces in Europe, positioning it as a critical step toward a "NATO 3.0" where European allies take primary responsibility for their own defense. This strategic move follows Hegseth's sharp criticism of allies over defense spending and security priorities, signaling a significant shift in US expectations for the alliance's structure and burden-sharing.
Apple is preparing the second-generation iPhone Air for early 2027. The device is tipped to come with camera and battery upgrades and may feature a dual rear camera setup. The second-generation model could also address issues found in the first iPhone Air. The iPhone Air is Apple's ultra-thin iPhone model.
IIT Delhi ranked 118th globally in the QS World University Rankings 2027. The QS World University Rankings are a widely recognized global assessment of higher education institutions. The QS World University Rankings 2027 were announced on June 18.
India's National Stock Exchange (NSE) files for a ₹30,000-crore IPO. The NSE is India's largest stock exchange. The filing marks a major milestone after nearly a decade of stalled listing plans.
NTA urges NEET-UG candidates to stay calm and ignore rumors ahead of re-exam. The NEET-UG exam has been subject to controversy and scrutiny. The NTA is issuing advisories and promoting mental health support helplines as the NEET re-examination date approaches.