Annamalai’s exit: Why TN BJP chief Nagendran says some party members are being brainwashed?
A day after K Annamalai announced exit form the party, Tamil Nadu BJP President Nainar Nagendran on Saturday alleged that some party members are being “brainwashed” and clarified that no one has been permitted to resign following the resignation of former state unit chief K Annamalai. During a press conference, Nainar Nagendran appealed to party members not to believe rumours or external influences. He said, “Yesterday, Annamalai resigned from the BJP, and it has been accepted by the party. Some members are being brainwashed and made to claim that they have Modi or Amit Shah’s blessings to resign. I want to make it clear that nobody has been given permission to resign.”
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Will Iran play FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in USA amid ongoing war? White House gives indication
Iran’s participation in the upcoming FIFA World Cup received a significant boost after the country’s national football team was granted visas to enter the United States. There was tremendous doubt about their participation in the global event, which is less than a week away now.
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How far has the Southwest monsoon advanced after Kerala? When will it reach Delhi, UP and Bihar?
As several parts of India continue to witness intense rainfall, thunderstorms and gusty winds, all eyes are now on the progress of the southwest monsoon. The monsoon officially arrived in Kerala on June 4, marking the beginning of the country’s four-month rainy season. While pre-monsoon showers have already brought significant rainfall to states such as Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Delhi, the actual southwest monsoon is still making its gradual journey northward. Here’s a look at where the monsoon has reached and when it is expected to arrive in key northern states.
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Why India has strongly opposed Pakistan’s planned assembly elections in Gilgit-Baltistan
In a significant development, India on Friday lodged a strong protest with Pakistan over Islamabad’s plans to hold general elections to the so called Gilgit-Baltistan assembly, stating that the region is Indian territory that has been “illegally and forcibly” occupied. In this regard, New Delhi asserted that such endeavours by Pakistan cannot “mask” the underlying issues of “grave” human rights violations, political repression, economic exploitation and denial of freedom in the territories illegally occupied by Pakistan.
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School holiday declared in Kerala’s Wayanad, Kasaragod on Saturday due to heavy rains
School holidays were declared for educational institutions in Wayanad and Kasaragod districts on June 6 amid heavy rains in the state. Several properties and vehicles were damaged as heavy rains strong winds continued to lash several parts of Kerala on Friday. The IMD issued an orange alert in eight districts of the state for the day.
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CBSE extends Class 12 verification, re-evaluation application deadline till June 7: Things students must know
The Central Board of Secondary Education, CBSE, on Friday extended the last date for verification/ re-evaluation application submissions. The CBSE re-evaluation/ verification application submissions has been extended to June 7 (midnight), the earlier date was June 6. The candidates can apply for CBSE re-evaluation on the official website – cbse.gov.in/newsite_old/rchk.html.
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Russia-Ukraine peace deal on cards? Putin signals readiness to end war under Trump’s proposal if…
A possible breakthrough in the Russia-Ukraine war may be emerging, with Russian President Vladimir Putin indicating that Moscow is prepared to reach a peace agreement based on a proposal discussed with US President Donald Trump. However, Putin stressed that any settlement would require Ukraine to accept certain “compromises”. Speaking during an interaction with heads of leading global news agencies, including PTI, Putin said Russia remains open to ending the conflict through negotiations. At the same time, he claimed that Russian forces continue to gain ground on the battlefield and that Moscow is in a strong position as discussions on a potential peace deal gather momentum.
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Maharashtra approves loan waiver, to benefit 56 lakh farmers – What are the conditions for loan waiver?
The Maharashtra government has provided relief to farmers by approving the waiver of agricultural loans up to Rs 2 lakh. The cabinet meeting, chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, approved the ‘Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Shetkari Karjmukti Yojana.’ The state government will spend approximately Rs 36,585 crore on this scheme, and approximately 5.6 million farmers are expected to benefit. The government says that more than 6.5 million loan accounts will be covered under this scheme. In addition, special incentives will be provided to farmers who repay their loans on time.
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Brown Series Review: Karisma Kapoor shines in dark thriller weighed down by sluggish narrative
Kolkata has often been portrayed on screen through its iconic yellow taxis, the grandeur of Victoria Memorial at sunset, the vibrancy of Durga Puja, and the lively conversations over cups of tea. However, director Abhinay Deo’s seven-episode web series Brown, streaming on ZEE5, presents a very different side of the city. This Kolkata is cold, bleak, drenched in incessant rain, and wrapped in an unsettling silence. It is a silence that does not soothe but rather instils fear. Based on Abheek Barua’s acclaimed novel City of Death, the series opens with a chilling murder. Filled with traumatised and emotionally fractured characters, it explores how people who have been broken from within attempt to hold themselves together.
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Food vlogger offers Rs 1.4 lakh reward for missing dog, discovers the pet was already sold and eaten
An incident involving a well-known pet dog in China has triggered widespread anger online and renewed calls for stronger animal protection laws. Chutou, an 8-year-old Border Collie owned by a food and travel vlogger, reportedly disappeared from his hometown before being sold for meat, leaving followers and animal lovers shocked.
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IPL 2027 mini-auction set to clash with India vs Sri Lanka ODI, trading window closes on November 15
