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Iran affirms, Trump calls it ‘fake news’: The 0 billion question that threatens the peace deal | World

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Iran affirms, Trump calls it ‘fake news’: The $300 billion question that threatens the peace deal | World

New Delhi: Just when months of conflict between the United States and Iran appeared to be heading towards a diplomatic resolution, a new dispute has emerged that threatens to unravel the entire process. At the centre of the controversy is a reported 300 billion dollars reconstruction-linked package that Iran considers a critical part of any lasting agreement. Tehran reportedly says this is essential if it is to formally end a conflict that rattled the Middle East, disrupted global oil markets and brought the region dangerously close to a wider war. But US President Donald Trump has publicly rejected reports that…

10 baby girl names meaning strength, bravery and determination

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10 baby girl names meaning strength, bravery and determination

Alessia is an Italian name meaning "defender" or "protector." It conveys strength, determination and the willingness to stand up for what is right, while maintaining a graceful and modern charm.Names inspired by strength, bravery and determination celebrate qualities that can empower a child throughout her life. Whether it is the resilience represented by Adira, the noble strength of Audrey or the protective spirit of Alessia, each name carries a meaningful message. Choosing a name with such significance can be a beautiful way to honour the values of courage, perseverance and confidence for the years ahead. (All Image Credits: Canva)

Jharkhand gets new Advocate General as Rajiv Ranjan resigns

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Jharkhand gets new Advocate General as Rajiv Ranjan resigns

Senior advocate Rohitashya Roy was appointed as Jharkhand's new Advocate General on Sunday, following the unexpected resignation of incumbent Advocate General Rajiv Ranjan earlier in the day. Chief Minister Hemant Soren accepted Ranjan’s resignation before the state Law Department issued an official notification confirming Roy’s appointment. The abrupt leadership change in the state's top legal office has triggered political speculation, with no official explanation offered for Ranjan’s departure. Ranjan had served as the state's Advocate General since February 2020, shortly after the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM)-led coalition assumed power following the 2019 Assembly elections. During his…

Eight killed after B-52 Bomber crashes at US Air Force base in California; all about the aircraft | World

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Eight killed after B-52 Bomber crashes at US Air Force base in California; all about the aircraft | World

California: As many as eight persons were killed after a US Air Force B-52 bomber crashed moments after taking off from Edwards Air Force Base in California's Mojave Desert. The incident took place during a routine test mission. The aircraft went down at about 11:20 am on Monday, shortly after departing the runway at the military installation, located north of Los Angeles. Emergency crews rushed to the scene, but aerial images showed the bomber had been almost completely destroyed by the impact and the intense fire that followed. Black smoke billowed over a large section of scorched desert land near…

Jemimah Rodrigues weighs in on the motivations for her side amid ongoing Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 | Cricket

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Jemimah Rodrigues weighs in on the motivations for her side amid ongoing Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 | Cricket

New Delhi: The Indian women’s team got off to the perfect start to the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026. The side took on Pakistan women to kick off their campaign and managed to register a dominant victory that helped them get off to a positive start to the tournament. Coming into the competition as the reigning ODI World Cup champions, there is a lot of pressure on the Indian team. With many expecting them to win it all in the shortest format as well, it could be interesting to see how the Women in Blue fare in the upcoming matches. …

PM Modi receives Slovakia’s highest honour, his 33rd international recognition | World

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PM Modi receives Slovakia’s highest honour, his 33rd international recognition | World

Bratislava: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred Slovakia's highest civilian honour, the Order of the White Double Cross (1st Class), during his visit to Bratislava on Monday, marking the 33rd international award bestowed upon him by a foreign nation. Slovak President Peter Pellegrini presented the prestigious honour in recognition of PM Modi's contributions to strengthening bilateral ties and enhancing India's global engagement. The award comes during PM Modi's landmark visit to Slovakia, making him the first Indian Prime Minister to visit the country since its independence in 1993. The Order of the White Double Cross (1st Class) is the highest…

India hikes export duty on diesel, Aviation Turbine Fuel; petrol levy unchanged | Business

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Jun

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India hikes export duty on diesel, Aviation Turbine Fuel; petrol levy unchanged | Business

New Delhi: Amid concerns over global energy supplies, the Centre has increased export duties on Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) and diesel for the upcoming fortnight beginning Tuesday (June 16). However, the export duty on petrol has been left unchanged. The move is aimed at ensuring adequate domestic fuel availability and reducing incentives for exports at a time when geopolitical developments continue to impact international energy markets. According to a government notification issued on Monday, the export duty on aviation turbine fuel has been raised significantly from Rs 9.5 per litre to Rs 12.5 per litre. Diesel exports will also attract…

Cabo Verde hold off Spain to kick off FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign, register historic first point in Atlanta | Football

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Cabo Verde hold off Spain to kick off FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign, register historic first point in Atlanta | Football

New Delhi: Spain kicked off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign by taking on Cabo Verde. The two sides met at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on June 15, and while many had backed Spain to register a dominant victory, it was Cabo Verde who scripted history and stole a point from the 2010 champions. With the amount of talent that Spain possesses, many predicted that the clash against Cabo Verde would be a cakewalk for the side. However, thanks to a magical performance from the defensive line and a historic showing by 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha, Cabo Verde seems to…

Trump says oil ships resume Hormuz transit after Iran-US deal, calls route ‘totally safe’ | World

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Trump says oil ships resume Hormuz transit after Iran-US deal, calls route ‘totally safe’ | World

Washington: The Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most critical maritime trade routes, is showing signs of normalcy after the United States and Iran reached an agreement to end their 107-day conflict. US President Donald Trump on Monday claimed that commercial shipping activity had begun to resume in the strategic waterway, with several oil-laden vessels moving through the passage following the announcement of the peace deal. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said ships carrying oil were once again transiting through the Strait of Hormuz and described the southern shipping corridor as completely secure. "Ships are starting to…

Keke Palmer was ‘traumatised’ in teens by fame

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Keke Palmer was ‘traumatised’ in teens by fame

For Keke Palmer, her teenage years were the darkest period of her life. The multi-hyphenate star revealed the shocking detail during a chat with Whoopi Goldberg at the Tribeca Festival's Storytellers series where the two discussed a wide range of topics. "I remember it was just nobody could relate to me, and the thing about my family is my family has always been so awesome," she said. "But there was a period where we were all being traumatised by fame, and they had a more relatable experience to the trauma of the fame than I did, right?... because…