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Series tied 1-1 ahead of crucial Taunton finale

A PIL filed in the Supreme Court seeks detailed constituency-wise data on voter deletions and additions during West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The petition raises concerns over transparency, disenfranchisement and the possible impact of roll revisions on election outcomes

Kushagra wins Meridian chess title

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari defended the CID probe into alleged forged signatures in a TMC resolution, saying it stemmed from complaints by party MLAs. He denied allegations of political vendetta and called for action under forgery laws

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke announced he will return to India on June 6 to lead a peaceful protest demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged examination irregularities and exam-related controversies affecting students

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari expanded his cabinet, inducting 35 MLAs as ministers in a reshuffle aimed at regional, caste and gender balance. The council now has 41 members, with portfolios to be allocated in a follow-up meeting

The Women's Champions Trophy will debut in February, providing a new window in the international calendar

Annamalai, before leaving for Delhi, told reporters at the airport that he would provide answers and make his stand clear in 2 days

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said most elements of the first phase of the India–US bilateral trade agreement have been finalised, with only minor drafting issues remaining. Talks are set to continue in New Delhi to conclude the first tranche soon

The final placings: 1. Sky Kings FC 20 points, 2. OK Sporting 18 points

For the longest time, RCB were the IPL’s biggest underachievers – a star-studded unit who would always fall short of winning the trophy when it mattered the most

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to herald a new era in international football as the competition expands from 32 to 48 teams for the first time

The rupee weakened by 10 paise to close at 94.95 against the US dollar amid rising crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions, and a stronger dollar index. Market sentiment was also impacted by foreign investor outflows and focus on the upcoming RBI policy meeting

A Delhi court remanded three accused in the NEET paper leak case to 14 days’ judicial custody, including an NTA empanelled physics translator, a paediatrician, and a tutor. The CBI alleged their involvement in distributing leaked exam papers for monetary gain

The Supreme Court has sought the Centre’s response on a PIL demanding guidelines for time-bound compliance with disability commissions’ recommendations under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, citing widespread enforcement gaps and weak grievance redressal mechanisms across states

Pandya gave a complete all-round performance, he scored 226 runs with the bat and picked 14 scalps in this season

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari ordered an SIT probe into alleged fake beneficiaries of the Lakshmir Bhandar scheme, claiming large-scale irregularities and misuse of funds. He also called for a money laundering investigation and cited wrongful male beneficiaries in the scheme

Senior advocate Venkita Subramani Mohana was appointed a Supreme Court judge, becoming only the second woman to be directly elevated from the Bar after Indu Malhotra. Her appointment is seen as a significant step for gender representation in the judiciary

India and Myanmar have intensified cooperation against cyber scam networks operating in Myanmar’s border regions. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said more than 2,400 Indians have been repatriated from scam compounds, while efforts continue to bring back around 150 others.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Australian Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles reaffirmed commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific, enhanced maritime cooperation, defence industry collaboration and regional security amid growing geopolitical and maritime challenges

Hyderabad’s Sahaja Yamalapalli finished runner-up at the ITF W35 Wichita tournament in Kansas, losing 4-6, 0-6 to USA’s Reese Brantmeier in the final. Earlier, Yamalapalli fought through a grueling three-set semifinal to book her place in the summit clash

The Congress intensified its attack on the Centre over the CBSE OSM row, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resign. The party alleged irregularities in the digital evaluation system and tender process, while accusing the government of failing to ensure accountability in education

21st of June is celebrated as International Yoga Day

The Election Commission has notified elections to four Rajya Sabha seats and seven Karnataka Legislative Council seats, with polling on June 18. The ruling Congress is expected to secure three Rajya Sabha seats and five Council seats based on its Assembly strength