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Modi-Trump meet LIVE: PM Modi, US President Trump to hold bilateral talks soon | World

Modi-Trump meet LIVE: PM Modi, US President Trump to hold bilateral talks soon | World

Evian: Prime 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. Earlier on Tuesday, PM Modi and President Trump met and exchanged greetings, and held a brief conversation on the sidelines of a G7 Summit outreach session in France's…
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Amrit Bharat Express train between Danapur and Pune โ€“ Check route, stoppages and timings | Business

Amrit Bharat Express train between Danapur and Pune โ€“ Check route, stoppages and timings | Business

New Delhi: Bihar is set to receive another Amrit Bharat Express train. The Union Railway Minister will flag off this new Amrit Bharat Express train, which will run between Danapur in Bihar and Pune in Maharashtra, on Wednesday. This new train will pass through major locations in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra. Central Railway has shared all the necessary information related to the new Amrit Bharat Express train running between Danapur and Pune. Amrit Bharat Express Danapur, Pune Train Number Train No 11431 Pune-Danapur Amrut Bharat Express from Pune to Danapur will depart from Pune every Saturday at…
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Shubman Gill smashes ninth ODI century, dominates Afghanistan in Lucknow | Cricket

Shubman Gill smashes ninth ODI century, dominates Afghanistan in Lucknow | Cricket

New Delhi: The second ODI of the ongoing series between India and Afghanistan took place at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow on June 17th. The clash began with India coming in to bat first after losing the toss. The Men in Blue began the innings with Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma departing early.ย  However, it was the performance of ace batter and skipper Shubman Gill that stood out. Leading from the front, Gill scored his 9th ODI century, putting the pressure back onto Afghanistan.ย  Gill came out to bat in a tricky situation for India. With Yashasvi Jaiswal having departed…
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Sensex, Nifty extend winning run to fourth consecutive session, Trent jumps over 7% | Markets

Sensex, Nifty extend winning run to fourth consecutive session, Trent jumps over 7% | Markets

Mumbai: Benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty rose for the fourth consecutive session on Wednesday, propelled by a further decline in crude oil prices and firm buying in metal and IT stocks. The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 347.14 points or 0.45 per cent at 77,155.62. During the day, it hit a high of 77,218.99 and a low of 76,768.49, gyrating 450.5 points. The 50-share NSE Nifty zoomed 96.55 points or 0.40 per cent to settle at 24,085.70. The broader market performed in tandem with the benchmarks. While the BSE MidCap Select Index surged 1.20 per cent, the BSE SmallCap Select…
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Ishan Kishan achieves huge milestone, joins elite list with stellar performance against Afghanistan | Cricket

Ishan Kishan achieves huge milestone, joins elite list with stellar performance against Afghanistan | Cricket

New Delhi: The Indian team has continued its ongoing ODI series against Afghanistan. The two sides met at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow for the second ODI on June 17, and the clash began with the Men in Blue coming in to bat first. While the clash began with Yashasvi Jaiswal departing on a score of four runs. However, the duo of Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan put forth a brilliant showing after the fall of two wickets. Kishan played an important role, batting alongside Gill and building a solid partnership with the India skipper in Lucknow.ย  During his knock,…
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Will Iran shut Strait of Hormuz risking peace deal with US? Intelligence report makes big revelation | World

Will Iran shut Strait of Hormuz risking peace deal with US? Intelligence report makes big revelation | World

Washington: US intelligence agencies have recently assessed that Iran now possesses the capability to effectively shut down access to the Strait of Hormuz whenever it chooses, giving Tehran a powerful new means of exerting pressure on the global economy following the recent conflict, according to three sources familiar with the findings, CNN has reported. The assessments suggest that, irrespective of the framework agreement expected to be formally signed on Friday in Geneva to reopen the strategic waterway and pave the way for renewed nuclear talks, Iran has demonstrated its ability to block the strait during the conflict and could potentially…
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Travel by Air India to be cheaper as airline introduces ‘basic fare’ category – What it means for passengers | Business

Travel by Air India to be cheaper as airline introduces ‘basic fare’ category – What it means for passengers | Business

New Delhi: Air India, the nation's leading airline, has announced a major update for flyers looking for affordable airfares. The airline has introduced a "basic fare" category for select domestic flights. The basic fare option allows passengers to choose tickets based on their needs and budget. This new option is especially suitable for those who want to travel at a lower cost and don't want to pay extra for extra services. According to the airlines, the basic fare has been introduced on a pilot basis and is entirely optional. According to Air India, passengers will also be able to choose…
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Not Smriti Mandhana, ex-India cricketer names 22-year-old likely to decide Women’s T20 World Cup hopes | Cricket

Not Smriti Mandhana, ex-India cricketer names 22-year-old likely to decide Women’s T20 World Cup hopes | Cricket

New Delhi: Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra predicted Richa Ghosh is likely to be the player who can decide on India's T20 World Cup hopes as the Women in Blue look for their maiden T20 title. Richa has been a cornerstone to India in recent times and was one of the star performers during India's ODI World Cup win last year.ย  She gives the much-needed firepower in the finish that India want. Her death-over exploits were very much visible in India's T20 World Cup opener when she came into the death overs and slammed 34 from 17 balls to power…
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Why is Nitish Kumar Reddy not playing in IND vs AFG 2nd ODI? Captain Gill reveals concerning update | Cricket

Why is Nitish Kumar Reddy not playing in IND vs AFG 2nd ODI? Captain Gill reveals concerning update | Cricket

New Delhi: Nitish Kumar Reddy missed out on the playing XI as India take on Afghanistan for the second of the three-match ODI series at home. Nitish was among the three changes made by the hosts, who look to clinch the series at the BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. Apart from Nitish, fast bowler Prasidh Krishna and spin-bowling all-rounder Harsh Dubey also missed out as India handed a debut to speedster Prince Yadav, with Yashasvi Jaiswal and Kuldeep Yadav also returning. India were asked to bat first after Afghanistan won the toss.ย  Gill confirms Nitish had quad issue Captain…
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Gold, silver prices drop on MCX as crude oil falls below USD 80 per barrel | Check city-wise rates | Markets

Gold, silver prices drop on MCX as crude oil falls below USD 80 per barrel | Check city-wise rates | Markets

Mumbai: Rates of precious metals in futures trade dropped on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, as crude oil prices fell below USD 80 per barrel and as investors remained cautious ahead of the outcome of the US Federal Reserve meeting. The gold August 5 contract on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) opened with a drop of Rs 291 or 0.19 per cent at Rs 1,52,800 per 10 grams against the previous close of Rs 1,53,091. It fell further to touch an intraday low of Rs 1,52,301, a drop of Rs 790 or 0.51 per cent. Last seen, it was trading at…
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