

Nripendra Mishra, Chairman of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple Construction Committee, on Thursday defended Champat Rai, General Secretary of the temple trust, amid the ongoing controversy over alleged irregularities in donations at the Ayodhya Ram Temple, saying his loyalty and decades-long commitment to the Ram Temple movement cannot be questioned. However, Mishra acknowledged that while there was no lapse in integrity, there had been shortcomings in the monitoring and oversight mechanisms.
Read moreSamantha Ruth Prabhu’s upcoming film, Maa Inti Bangaaram, releases on June 19. Ahead of the same, the actress visited the Tirumala Tirupati temple to seek blessings for the film. She was accompanied by her husband and filmmaker Raj Nidimoru, as well as director BV Nandini Reddy.
Read moreUS President Donald Trump once again praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi during their meeting on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France on Wednesday, highlighting the close personal rapport that has long defined ties between the two leaders. The interaction took place just before their bilateral meeting which marked their first face-to-face engagement in more than 16 months. The meeting attracted considerable international attention as both countries continue to deepen cooperation across trade, security and strategic affairs. In his trademark style, Trump used a mix of admiration and humour while describing PM Modi’s personality and negotiating skills.
Read moreUS President Donald Trump on Wednesday voiced strong support for India, saying the United States would come to the country’s aid if it were attacked while Prime Minister Narendra Modi remained in office. The remarks came during the leaders’ bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the 52nd G7 Summit in France, marking their first one-on-one interaction since Operation Sindoor in May 2025.
Read moreThe India-UK free trade agreement will come into effect on July 15 this year, the commerce ministry said on Wednesday. The Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) was inked on July 24 last year. “In a major stride for India’s global economic engagement, India and the United Kingdom today announced that the CETA will enter into force on 15th July 2026,” the ministry said in a statement.
Read moreFor many professionals, success is often measured through promotions, salaries and career milestones. But sometimes, the most meaningful achievement is not material at all. It is seeing the joy and pride reflected in your parents’ eyes.
Read moreEngland begin their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign against Croatia in a heavyweight Group L opener at the AT&T Stadium in Dallas, a fixture that immediately sets the tone in what is expected to be a tightly contested group.
Read moreAs unpredictable he is, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said the memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed with Iran on ending the conflict was not final, and he might resume a bombing campaign if Tehran does not “behave”.
Read moreThe ruling Mahayuti alliance has showcased its political strength by securing six of the 17 Maharashtra Legislative Council seats from local authority constituencies unopposed, while polling for the remaining 11 seats is scheduled for Thursday (June 19). According to the Election Commission’s schedule, the counting of votes will be held on June 22.
Read morePrime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to hold a bilateral meeting with US President Donald Trump today (June 17), on the sidelines of the G7 Summit. The leaders are likely to discuss the situation in West Asia, the strategic Strait of Hormuz, energy imports from the United States, and the proposed bilateral trade agreement during their meeting on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France, according to the ANI sources.
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