News Update : 'The moment we ... ' : Pakistan defence minister issues war threat to India over Indus Water Treaty - TOI WORLD DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/pakistan/the-moment-we-pakistan-defence-minister-issues-war-threat-to-india-over-indus-water-treaty/articleshow/131888719.cms Date: 2026-06-21T10:02:59.000Z

News Update : 'Clear breach of trust': Iran closes Hormuz again over Israel attacks on Lebanon - TOI WORLD DESK

Before the closure, ships seeking passage through the strait while the interim agreement remained in force were required to submit transit requests at least 48 hours before arrival. Meanwhile, United States vice president JD Vance said he was confident the ceasefire could hold, adding that there was no evidence Iran was closing the Strait of Hormuz. Before the closure, ships seeking passage through the strait while the interim agreement remained in force were required to submit transit requests at least 48 hours before arrival. Meanwhile, United States vice president JD Vance said he was confident the ceasefire could hold, adding that there was no evidence Iran was closing the Strait of Hormuz. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/iran-closes-hormuz-strait-again-over-israel-attacks-on-lebanon-that-killed-over-20/articleshow/131877163.cms Date: 2026-06-20T13:48:33.000Z

News Update : 'Neither I nor Italy ever beg': Meloni hits back at Trump after his photo remark - TOI WORLD DESK

Giorgia Meloni, the Italian Prime Minister, firmly dismissed Donald Trump's allegations that she asked him for a photo at the G7 summit, calling his statements 'entirely fictitious.' Expressing her surprise and disappointment, Meloni stated that neither she nor her country would ever resort to begging. This confrontation signifies a potential rift in the previously friendly relationship between Meloni and Trump. Giorgia Meloni, the Italian Prime Minister, firmly dismissed Donald Trump's allegations that she asked him for a photo at the G7 summit, calling his statements 'entirely fictitious.' Expressing her surprise and disappointment, Meloni stated that neither she nor her country would ever resort to begging. This confrontation signifies a potential rift in the previously friendly relationship between Meloni and Trump. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/europe/neither-i-nor-italy-ever-beg-meloni-hits-back-at-trump-after-his-photo-remark/articleshow/131858538.cms Date: 2026-06-19T12:08:44.000Z

News Update : 'Jai Shri Ram, ho gya kaam': BJP MLA as cross-voting costs Congress RS seat in Jharkhand - TOI NEWS DESK

In the polls that witnessed cross-voting, Nathwani polled 28 votes, comfortably bypassing Congress's Pranav, who bagged 20 votes. The ruling Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) candidate Baidyanath Ram was elected to the other seat. Ram received 30 votes in the election, while three votes, two from the BJP and one from the Congress, were found invalid, the official told news agency PTI. In the polls that witnessed cross-voting, Nathwani polled 28 votes, comfortably bypassing Congress's Pranav, who bagged 20 votes. The ruling Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) candidate Baidyanath Ram was elected to the other seat. Ram received 30 votes in the election, while three votes, two from the BJP and one from the Congress, were found invalid, the official told news agency PTI. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/jharkhand-rajya-sabha-polls-cross-voting-helps-nda-backed-parimal-nathwani-win-jmm-backs-other-seat/articleshow/131831434.cms Date: 2026-06-18T13:21:58.000Z

News Update : Now, rebellion in SP? UP minister Rajbhar makes big claim, Akhilesh Yadav responds - TOI NEWS DESK

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has dismissed claims of a major split within his party. He accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of a history of engineering defections in opposition parties. Yadav stated the Samajwadi Party is prepared for such challenges. These remarks come amid political positioning for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh assembly elections. Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has dismissed claims of a major split within his party. He accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of a history of engineering defections in opposition parties. Yadav stated the Samajwadi Party is prepared for such challenges. These remarks come amid political positioning for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh assembly elections. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/sp-is-fully-prepared-akhilesh-hits-back-at-rajbhar-says-bjp-has-history-of-engineering-splits/articleshow/131794760.cms Date: 2026-06-17T09:55:09.000Z

News Update : Why 'military-grade' security? Ex-BJP chief Annamalai, BJP lock horns over NEET-UG re-exam - TOI NEWS DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/why-military-grade-security-ex-bjp-chief-annamalai-bjp-lock-horns-over-neet-ug-re-exam/articleshow/131762174.cms Date: 2026-06-16T07:44:33.000Z

News Update : Over $40bn & global fuel crisis: What it cost US and the world to 'open' Strait of Hormuz - AASHISH SAXENA

A costly US military operation, dubbed 'Epic Fury,' aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz has resulted in billions spent, hundreds of aircraft lost, and thousands of lives lost across the region. Despite the immense price, Iran maintains the strait was never closed, highlighting a stark paradox in the conflict's outcome and its devastating global impact on trade and energy. A costly US military operation, dubbed 'Epic Fury,' aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz has resulted in billions spent, hundreds of aircraft lost, and thousands of lives lost across the region. Despite the immense price, Iran maintains the strait was never closed, highlighting a stark paradox in the conflict's outcome and its devastating global impact on trade and energy. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/over-40bn-thousands-of-deaths-global-fuel-crisis-what-it-cost-us-and-the-world-to-open-strait-of-hormuz/articleshow/131739346.cms Date: 2026-06-15T13:23:35.000Z

News Update : 20 rebel TMC MPs to merge with Nationalist Citizens Party, back NDA: Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar - TOI NEWS DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/20-rebel-tmc-mps-to-merge-with-nationalist-citizens-party-back-nda-kakoli-ghosh-dastidar/articleshow/131722409.cms Date: 2026-06-14T14:33:59.000Z

News Update : Watch: SriLankan Airlines flight with over 200 onboard hit by lightning; lands safely - TOI WORLD DESK

A SriLankan Airlines flight bound for Sydney was forced to return to Colombo on Friday after being struck by lightning. Passengers reported hearing a loud bang and seeing sparks from an engine. The crew managed the situation, and the aircraft landed safely back in Colombo due to minor engine damage. A SriLankan Airlines flight bound for Sydney was forced to return to Colombo on Friday after being struck by lightning. Passengers reported hearing a loud bang and seeing sparks from an engine. The crew managed the situation, and the aircraft landed safely back in Colombo due to minor engine damage. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/south-asia/watch-srilankan-airlines-flight-with-over-200-onboard-hit-by-lightning-lands-back-safely-in-colombo/articleshow/131705966.cms Date: 2026-06-13T14:10:56.000Z

News Update : 'Repeatedly humiliated me': Pune techie at TCS hangs himself; FIR against 2 female colleagues - TOI CITY DESK

A Pune IT firm employee's alleged suicide has led to a case of abetment against three individuals, including two TCS colleagues. The deceased's son filed a complaint, citing a suicide note that accused a friend of sending defamatory emails and two female colleagues of humiliation, denial of assignments, and threats. Police are investigating. A Pune IT firm employee's alleged suicide has led to a case of abetment against three individuals, including two TCS colleagues. The deceased's son filed a complaint, citing a suicide note that accused a friend of sending defamatory emails and two female colleagues of humiliation, denial of assignments, and threats. Police are investigating. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/pune/repeatedly-humiliated-me-pune-techie-at-tcs-hangs-himself-fir-against-2-female-colleagues/articleshow/131687011.cms Date: 2026-06-12T14:16:39.000Z

News Update : Anvay Dravid, son of legendary Rahul Dravid, named in India U-19 squad - TOI SPORTS DESK

Anvay Dravid, son of former India captain Rahul Dravid, has been selected for the India Under-19 squad touring Sri Lanka. The BCCI announced the squads on Thursday, with Anvay named as one of the wicketkeepers for the one-day matches. This selection follows his impressive performance in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy. Anvay Dravid, son of former India captain Rahul Dravid, has been selected for the India Under-19 squad touring Sri Lanka. The BCCI announced the squads on Thursday, with Anvay named as one of the wicketkeepers for the one-day matches. This selection follows his impressive performance in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/anvay-dravid-son-of-legendary-rahul-dravid-picked-for-india-u-19-sri-lanka-tour/articleshow/131657238.cms Date: 2026-06-11T11:05:10.000Z

News Update : 19 TMC MPs join rebel group; Yusuf Pathan, Saayoni Ghosh, Mala Roy on list - TOI NEWS DESK

A significant internal rebellion is shaking the Trinamool Congress, with 19 MPs reportedly forming a separate faction, pushing the party towards a potential split. Rebel leader Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar stated they will support the NDA but not join the BJP. MP Mahua Moitra, however, dismissed the rebellion, calling the MPs 'traitors' and citing a court verdict on party splits. A significant internal rebellion is shaking the Trinamool Congress, with 19 MPs reportedly forming a separate faction, pushing the party towards a potential split. Rebel leader Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar stated they will support the NDA but not join the BJP. MP Mahua Moitra, however, dismissed the rebellion, calling the MPs 'traitors' and citing a court verdict on party splits. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/19-tmc-mps-join-rebel-group-yusuf-pathan-saayoni-ghosh-mala-roy-on-list/articleshow/131635909.cms Date: 2026-06-10T12:44:00.000Z

News Update : Setback for Congress: Meenakshi Natarajan's Rajya Sabha nomination rejected - TOI NEWS DESK

Meenakshi Natarajan, a Congress Rajya Sabha candidate from Madhya Pradesh, had her nomination rejected due to alleged concealment of a pending criminal case in Telangana from her affidavit. BJP candidate Mahesh Kewat filed the complaint, citing Supreme Court guidelines. Congress countered, stating a show-cause notice doesn't require affidavit mention and accusing the BJP of harassment. Meenakshi Natarajan, a Congress Rajya Sabha candidate from Madhya Pradesh, had her nomination rejected due to alleged concealment of a pending criminal case in Telangana from her affidavit. BJP candidate Mahesh Kewat filed the complaint, citing Supreme Court guidelines. Congress countered, stating a show-cause notice doesn't require affidavit mention and accusing the BJP of harassment. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/setback-for-congress-rajya-sabha-nominee-meenakshi-natarajans-nomination-rejected-for-hiding-information-about-case/articleshow/131612648.cms Date: 2026-06-09T13:38:37.000Z

News Update : INDIA bloc meeting concludes, consensus on 5 issues including Pradhan's resignation - ROHITASHWA RANJAN

INDIA bloc leaders met, agreeing to petition the Chief Justice on electoral integrity and demanding the Education Minister's resignation over exam controversies. They also called for an all-party meeting on the economy and pledged to meet bi-monthly. Parliament coordination will continue daily during the monsoon session. INDIA bloc leaders met, agreeing to petition the Chief Justice on electoral integrity and demanding the Education Minister's resignation over exam controversies. They also called for an all-party meeting on the economy and pledged to meet bi-monthly. Parliament coordination will continue daily during the monsoon session. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/letter-to-cji-resignation-of-education-minister-india-bloc-meeting-concludes-with-consensus-on-5-issues/articleshow/131584830.cms Date: 2026-06-08T10:00:26.000Z

News Update : It's Cong vs Cong over Cauvery as Mekedatu dam splits Tamil Nadu, Karnataka - ROHITASHWA RANJAN

Karnataka's proposed Mekedatu dam project has ignited a major interstate dispute with Tamil Nadu, creating a political dilemma for the Congress party. Both states, now under Congress rule, are at odds over water sharing, exposing deep regional tensions and challenging the party's unity. Karnataka's proposed Mekedatu dam project has ignited a major interstate dispute with Tamil Nadu, creating a political dilemma for the Congress party. Both states, now under Congress rule, are at odds over water sharing, exposing deep regional tensions and challenging the party's unity. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/cauvery-dispute-how-tamil-nadu-and-karnataka-are-pulling-congress-in-two-directions/articleshow/131565701.cms Date: 2026-06-07T11:17:43.000Z

News Update : ‘Don't leave, we have PM Modi’: TN BJP chief amid mass resignations post Annamalai exit - TOI NEWS DESK

Tamil Nadu BJP chief Nainar Nagendran urged party workers to stay put following K. Annamalai's exit and new movement launch. He asserted the BJP's strength, citing PM Modi, and dismissed concerns about a dent in the party's support base. Despite several resignations, Nagendran maintained the BJP's robust future, emphasizing its ideology-driven nature. Tamil Nadu BJP chief Nainar Nagendran urged party workers to stay put following K. Annamalai's exit and new movement launch. He asserted the BJP's strength, citing PM Modi, and dismissed concerns about a dent in the party's support base. Despite several resignations, Nagendran maintained the BJP's robust future, emphasizing its ideology-driven nature. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/dont-leave-we-have-pm-modi-bjp-tn-chiefs-appeal-to-cadres-after-mass-resignations-post-annamalai-exit/articleshow/131551551.cms Date: 2026-06-06T12:46:26.000Z

News Update : 8L volunteers within hours: Annamalai's 'political movement' becomes an instant hit - TOI NEWS DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/7-6l-volunteers-within-hours-annamalais-political-movement-becomes-an-instant-hit/articleshow/131533116.cms Date: 2026-06-05T13:36:13.000Z

News Update : Ironic twist: Humayun offers Mamata route back to Bengal assembly - TOI NEWS DESK

AJUP founder Humayun Kabir has offered Mamata Banerjee a path back to the West Bengal Assembly from his Rejinagar constituency. Kabir, who won both Nowda and Rejinagar, stated he would resign to support Banerjee's entry via a bypoll, citing her past role in his political career and acknowledging her current challenges. AJUP founder Humayun Kabir has offered Mamata Banerjee a path back to the West Bengal Assembly from his Rejinagar constituency. Kabir, who won both Nowda and Rejinagar, stated he would resign to support Banerjee's entry via a bypoll, citing her past role in his political career and acknowledging her current challenges. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/situation-today-pains-me-humayun-kabir-offers-mamata-banerjee-route-back-to-bengal-assembly/articleshow/131508606.cms Date: 2026-06-04T13:36:00.000Z

News Update : Why TMC revolt is about Abhishek Banerjee, not Mamata - PALLAVI

A Trinamool Congress rebellion is deepening, with expelled leader Ritabrata Banerjee challenging Abhishek Banerjee's authority rather than Mamata Banerjee's leadership. This internal strife, fueled by disputes over decision-making and the leader of opposition appointment, signals a proxy battle over succession, echoing past regional party struggles. The focus is on Abhishek's growing influence and organizational control. A Trinamool Congress rebellion is deepening, with expelled leader Ritabrata Banerjee challenging Abhishek Banerjee's authority rather than Mamata Banerjee's leadership. This internal strife, fueled by disputes over decision-making and the leader of opposition appointment, signals a proxy battle over succession, echoing past regional party struggles. The focus is on Abhishek's growing influence and organizational control. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/why-tmc-revolt-is-about-abhishek-banerjee-not-mamata-banerjee-west-bengal/articleshow/131482061.cms Date: 2026-06-03T10:28:33.000Z

News Update : 'Throwing dust in people's eyes': Cong on transfer of CBSE officers; calls for sacking Pradhan - TOI NEWS DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/throwing-dust-in-peoples-eyes-congress-after-transfer-of-cbse-officers-amid-osm-row-calls-for-sacking-dharmendra-pradhan/articleshow/131465746.cms Date: 2026-06-02T14:17:56.000Z

News Update : 'Serious differences with leadership': Annamalai to quit BJP, launch new party - Exclusive - ARUN RAM

Sources indicate former Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai is set to quit the party, with a meeting with top BJP leaders in Delhi expected to precede an announcement. This development follows mounting speculation about his political future, fueled by supporter posters and his own cryptic remarks. Sources indicate former Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai is set to quit the party, with a meeting with top BJP leaders in Delhi expected to precede an announcement. This development follows mounting speculation about his political future, fueled by supporter posters and his own cryptic remarks. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chennai/annamalai-to-quit-bjp-launch-new-political-party/articleshow/131443852.cms Date: 2026-06-01T13:37:27.000Z