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Iran Says No Toll Planned for Strait of Hormuz Amid Ongoing US Talks

Iran has stated that it will not impose tolls on ships passing through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, though it may charge reasonable fees for services provided in the region. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei said Tehran remains in contact with countries around the strait to ensure regional security and stability. Speaking during…

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Nitin Gadkari Unveils Indigenous Ethanol-Based Cooking Stove Technology

Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has unveiled an indigenously developed ethanol-based cooking stove technology, claiming it could offer a cheaper alternative to commercial LPG cylinders. Speaking at an event in Nagpur, Gadkari said the stove produces an effective cooking flame by mixing 7 percent ethanol with water. The minister highlighted that the…

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Droupadi Murmu to Confer 66 Padma Awards at First Civil Investiture Ceremony 2026

President Droupadi Murmu will present 66 Padma Awards during the first Civil Investiture Ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan this evening. The awards include 2 Padma Vibhushan, 6 Padma Bhushan, and 58 Padma Shri honours. The remaining recipients will receive their awards during the second ceremony to be held later. The Government of India announced a total…

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Begins India Visit with Kolkata Tour Ahead of QUAD Meet

Marco Rubio began his first official visit to India with a stop in Kolkata, focusing on strengthening cooperation in trade, defence, technology, and energy security. Accompanied by his wife Jeanette Rubio, he visited the Missionaries of Charity, including the Nirmala Shishu Bhavan and the Mother House founded by Mother Teresa. Rubio’s visit marks the first…

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India’s AVGC-XR Industry Set to Power Media Growth and Create 20 Lakh Jobs

India’s Media and Entertainment sector has emerged as one of the country’s fastest-growing industries and is expected to surpass 100 billion US dollars by 2030. A major contributor to this growth is the rapidly expanding AVGC-XR sector — Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics, and Extended Reality — now formally recognised as a key driver of…

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US Pauses $14 Billion Taiwan Arms Deal Amid Iran Conflict Concerns

The United States has temporarily paused a proposed $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan to ensure sufficient military supplies for ongoing operations linked to the Iran conflict, acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao said during a Senate hearing. The package, awaiting approval from President Donald Trump, reportedly includes advanced air defence missiles and surface-to-air missile systems….

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Middle East Tensions Persist as US-Iran Talks Show ‘Positive Signs’

Marco Rubio has said there are “some good signs” emerging from mediated peace talks between the United States and Iran, while warning that President Donald Trump still has “other options” if negotiations fail. Meanwhile, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed that 31 ships passed through the Strait of Hormuz in the last 24 hours…

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IRCTC Launches Upgraded Golden Chariot Luxury Train for 2026-27 Season

Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has announced the launch of the upgraded Golden Chariot luxury train for the 2026-27 tourist season with enhanced onboard facilities and special promotional offers. Known for showcasing the cultural heritage and scenic beauty of South India, the Golden Chariot now features redesigned interiors, upgraded cabins with plush furnishings,…

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Rajya Sabha Elections for 24 Seats on June 18, EC Announces Schedule

The Election Commission has announced the schedule for the biennial elections to 24 Rajya Sabha seats across ten States. The seats are falling vacant as several members, including former Prime Minister H. D. Deve Gowda, Union Ministers George Kurian and Ravneet Singh complete their terms next month. Among the States going to polls, Andhra Pradesh,…

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