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Publisher: Sai-Krishna-Publishers

Category: Newspaper

Language: English

Frequency: Daily

Indian Chronicle is English Daily News Paper

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June 20, 2025

Telangana cyber police arrest 15 in child exploitation crackdown

Hyderabad: In a major crackdown on online sexual exploitation of children, the Child Protection Unit (CPU) of the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) conducted a state-wide special operation, resulting in the arrest of 15 persons.

1 mins

Kaleshwaram project boosts Telangana's rural economy and employment

Hyderabad: Once criticised as overambitious and unviable, the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project (KLIP) emerged as a game-changer for Telangana’s rural economy.

Kaleshwaram project boosts Telangana's rural economy and employment1

1 mins

SpiceJet Tirupati flight diverts back to Hyderabad after mechanical glitch

Hyderabad: A SpiceJet Q400 operating flight SG 2696 from Hyderabad to Tirupati turned back roughly ten minutes after departure on Thursday morning when the crew observed an intermittent illumination of the AFT baggage door light. Cabin pressurisation remained normal throughout, and the aircraft landed safely back at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, where 80 passengers were deplaned without incident. An alternate aircraft has been arranged to complete the onward journey to Tirupati.

SpiceJet Tirupati flight diverts back to Hyderabad after mechanical glitch2

1 mins

Fewer govt schools issue health cards despite regular check-ups

Hyderabad: Despite the government and local body schools conducting health check-ups for the pupils such as vaccinations, deworming, dermatology, ENT, eye care testing and including a full body assessment, only six percent of these education institutions have issued health cards to students.

Fewer govt schools issue health cards despite regular check-ups3

1 mins

BJP MP Abhijit Gangopadhyay taken to Delhi AIIMS by air ambulance for further treatment

Abhijit Ganguly health update, BUP MP Abhijit Ganguly AIIMS Delhi, Abhijit Ganguly pancreatitis treatment, Justice Abhijit Ganguly hospitalised, According to sources, while Abhijit Gangopadhyay is in a stable condition, he is \"not yet out of danger\".

BJP MP Abhijit Gangopadhyay taken to Delhi AIIMS by air ambulance for further treatment4

1 mins

'Provide info on OBC surveys': West Bengal govt gets notice from National Commission for Backward Classes

The National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) issued a notice last week to West Bengal Chief Secretary Manoj Panth, seeking detailed information on the surveys conducted for the newly announced Other Backward Classes (OBC) list in the state within three days.

'Provide info on OBC surveys': West Bengal govt gets notice from National Commission for Backward Classes5

1 mins

JSW MG Motor Celebrates its sixth anniversary in India

Announces special one-time limited-period offer on MG ZS EV

JSW MG Motor Celebrates its sixth anniversary in India6

1 mins

Nara Lokesh meets Tony Blair in Delhi, discusses on AI and Skill Development

Andhra Pradesh’s Education, IT, and Electronics Minister, Nara Lokesh, is currently on his second day of meetings in Delhi, where he engaged in discussions with former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, founder of the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change (TBI).

1 mins

US resumes student visa processing with new social media access rules

The US State Department said on Wednesday it is restarting the suspended process for foreigners applying for student visas, but all applicants will now be required to unlock their social media accounts for government review.

2 mins

District-Level Selections Begin for Admissions into Government Sports Schools“Competitions Inaugurated by Single Window Chairman Kotha Srinivas.

“Admissions to prestigious Government Sports Schools in Telangana commenced with a spirited round of selection trials held at the Manthani sports grounds on Thursday. The event was formally inaugurated by Single Window Chairman Kotha Srinivas, who emphasized the government's commitment to nurturing sporting talent among school children.

1 mins

Commissioner Jha Advocates for Strategic Proactive Policing to Thwart Crime Before It Occurs.

In a compelling call for elevated law enforcement standards, Ramagundam Police Commissioner Amber Kishore Jha asserted that proactive policing must be implemented with unwavering resolve to effectively preempt criminal activity.

1 mins

Sri Venkateswara University Gears Up for "Yogandhra - 2025" with 7,000 Participants“

Meticulous arrangements are underway at Sri Venkateswara University (SVU) for the grand \"Yogandhra - 2025\" program, scheduled to be held at the SVU Tarakarama Stadium on June 21st, announced SVU Registrar, Prof. Bhupathi Naidu.

1 mins

Cubbon Park in shambles, walkers' association files complaint

The Bengaluru stampede that recently claimed 11 lives has also left one of the city's largest open spaces, Cubbon Park, grappling with significant damage.

1 mins

Punjabi influencer Kamal Kaur found dead inside car in Bathinda, police suspect murder

Punjabi influencer Kanchan Kumari, popularly known as Kamal Kaur, was found dead inside a car at the parking lot of Adesh University in Bathinda on Wednesday evening, the police said on Thursday, adding that preliminary investigations indicate that she was murdered.

2 mins

How probe into Mumbai woman’s ‘murder by chain snatchers’ ended with a plot twist

The murder sparked outrage in Mumbai as it came at atime when the city had witnessed a spate of chain-snatching incidents.

2 mins

Actor Dino Morea appears before ED for questioning in Mithi River desilting case

Actor Dino Morea Thursday appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and joined the money laundering investigation the agency is carrying out in connection with the multi-crore Mithi River desilting scam.

2 mins

HC halts effect of Maharashtra decision to apply SC/ST/OBC reservation to minority institutions

After the Maharashtra government refused to withdraw its decision to apply SC/ST/OBC reservation to minority trust-run junior colleges for the First Year Junior College (FYJC) admissions, the Bombay High Court on Thursday stayed the effect of the decision, dealing the government a setback.

2 mins

Zoom rolls out Al-powered Contact Center in India with BYOC flexibility

Hyderabad: Zoom Communications has officially launched its Al-first Zoom Contact Center in India, offering businesses a modern, cloud-based contact-center-as-a-service (CCaaS) platform optimized for video and equipped with omnichannel support.

Zoom rolls out Al-powered Contact Center in India with BYOC flexibility17

1 mins

Double-decker flyover nearing completion, PMC to take up Grade Separator work at Pune University junction for seamless travel on Ganeshkhind Road

The proposed work also includes a connecting arm from Senapati Bapat Road to a double-deck bridge at University Chowk on Ganeshkhind Road. (File) The proposed work also includes a connecting arm from Senapati Bapat Road to a double-deck bridge at University Chowk on Ganeshkhind Road. As the flyover on Ganeshkhind Road is all set for reopening, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has started the process of constructing a grade separator at the Pune University junction to further ease the traffic flow on the busy road.

Double-decker flyover nearing completion, PMC to take up Grade Separator work at Pune University junction for seamless travel on Ganeshkhind Road18

1 mins

Bombay HC questions RTI law 'misuse', seeks expeditious disposal of SIC's complaints

Disposing of the PIL seeking efficient functioning of State Information Commission (SIC), the Bombay High Court questioned “misuse” of Right To Information (RTI) through “frivolous” applications filed before the authorities under the RTI Act, 2005.

Bombay HC questions RTI law 'misuse', seeks expeditious disposal of SIC's complaints19

1 mins

Manusmriti will not be taught at Delhi University, says Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh after inclusion in Sanskrit course syllabus

After the Manusmriti appeared on the reading list of a new undergraduate Sanskrit course at Delhi University this month, Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh asserted on Thursday that the text will not be taught at the institution “in any form”.

Manusmriti will not be taught at Delhi University, says Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh after inclusion in Sanskrit course syllabus20

1 mins

'As if they invite the whole world': In Karnataka High Court, govt blames RCB for Bengaluru stampede

The Karnataka High Court Wednesday concluded hearings on interim bail pleas in connection with the Bengaluru stampede case and is set to pronounce an order Thursday.

'As if they invite the whole world': In Karnataka High Court, govt blames RCB for Bengaluru stampede21

2 mins

Preamble of Constitution finds new readers after translation to local languages of Karnataka

Those familiar with the languages of Karnataka on a surface level might immediately think of Kannada, Konkani or Tulu, to name some, but these are just the beginning of the list.

Preamble of Constitution finds new readers after translation to local languages of Karnataka22

1 mins

Amid talks of patch-up with Uddhav, Raj Thackeray meets CM Devendra Fadnavis at Mumbai hotel

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray on Thursday held a closed-door meeting with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis at a five-star hotel in Mumbai, sparking speculation that he may be considering a realignment with the BUP-led Mahayuti government instead of an alliance with cousin Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT).

Amid talks of patch-up with Uddhav, Raj Thackeray meets CM Devendra Fadnavis at Mumbai hotel23

2 mins

India slips to 131st position in Global Gender Gap Index 2025

India has ranked 131 out of 148 countries in the World Economic Forum's Global Gender Gap Report 2025, slipping two places from its position last year.

2 mins

Why was Malta’s ‘golden passports’ scheme scrapped? | Explained

The story so far: In late April, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) struck down Malta's ‘golden passports’ scheme — a 2020 scheme which authorises the naturalisation of foreigners in the country, and consequently the European Union, in return for hefty financial investments in the country.

2 mins

More than 55,000 Palestinians have been killed in Israel-Hamas war, Gaza health officials say

The Palestinian death toll from the 20-month Israel-Hamas war passed 55,000, the Gaza Health Ministry said on Wednesday and hospitals said at least 21 people were killed while on their way to aid distribution sites. The circum-stances of the deaths reported near the sites were not im-mediately clear. The Israeli Army said on Wednesday (June 11, 2025) it fired warning shots in central Gaza toward “suspects” that posed a threat to troops.

More than 55,000 Palestinians have been killed in Israel-Hamas war, Gaza health officials say26

4 mins

UN refugee agency says more than 122 million people forcibly displaced worldwide

The United Nations (UN) refugee agency says the number of people forcibly displaced by violence and persecution around the world has risen to more than 122 million, up by about two million from last year and a near-doubling over the last decade.

UN refugee agency says more than 122 million people forcibly displaced worldwide27

1 mins

LA Immigration protests: Los Angeles-area mayors demand that Trump administration stop stepped-up immigration raids

Dozens of Mayors from across the Los Angeles region banded together Wednesday (June 11, 2025) to demand that the Trump administration stop the stepped-up immigration raids that have spread fear across their cities and sparked protests across the U.S.But there were no signs U.S. President Donald Trump would heed their pleas.

LA Immigration protests: Los Angeles-area mayors demand that Trump administration stop stepped-up immigration raids28

4 mins

In search of Chilika's Irrawaddy dolphins

“Will we see the Irrawaddy dolphins?” This is the first question I ask our boatman Sanjay Das. “If we are lucky,” he replies in Odia, that our guide and in-house naturalist Karan Giri from Rambha Palace, translates. Dawn has just broken over the Chilika Lake.

3 mins

A needless controversy over ‘Bharat Mata’

Recently, an unexpected and unwarranted controversy erupted in Kerala in connection with World Environment Day, which is observed annually on June 5. Unfortunately, it was triggered by Raj Bhavan.In Kerala, World Environment Day is widely observed every year.

3 mins

Consultative regulation-making that should go further

In May this year, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued a policy framework for how it will publish regulations, directions, guidelines and notifications.

3 mins

Israel Knesset rejects vote on dissolving itself

Israel's parliament rejected early on Thursday (June 12, 2025) a preliminary vote to dissolve itself, the Knesset said in a statement, after an agreement was reached regarding a dispute over conscription.

2 mins

Bharathiyar Memorial brings the nationalist poet's life close to visitors

Ode to a poet: Bharathiyar lived in this house at Triplicane for more than one-and-a-half years, from 1920 until his death. At the entrance is the bust of Bharathiyar. In 1993, the State government took control of the house from a private owner and renovated it. A deep sense of nostalgia and pride pervades the century-old building on Thulasinga Perumal Koil Street, close to the Parthasarathy Swamy Temple at Triplicane. Subramania Bharathiyar, one of the greatest poets of all time, a nationalist, and a freedom fighter, had spent the last days of his life here.

Bharathiyar Memorial brings the nationalist poet's life close to visitors33

2 mins

Abu Muhammad al-Jolani: Syria’s jihadist-in-chief

“We deputised al-Jolani, who is one of our soldiers, with a group of our sons, and pushed them from Iraq to Syria to meet with our cells in Syria and set for them the plans and drew for them the policy of work,” Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the then-chief of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) announced on April 2, 2014, referring to al-Qaeda's Syria arm, Jabhat al-Nusra.

2 mins

Telangana now sees Congress playing politics over policies too

It was not long ago that Tamil Nadu was impressed with Telangana’s IT policy and Maharashtra builders hailed Telangana’s building permission system.

1 mins

The brutal killing of a doctor and overturning of trial court ruling

S.D. Subbiah was working as the head neurosurgeon at the Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital, Chennai.

The brutal killing of a doctor and overturning of trial court ruling36

3 mins

The place of charity in an unequal society

Billionaire Warren Buffet, with a net worth of almost $121 billion by some estimates, has maintained his pledge of giving away his wealth.

The place of charity in an unequal society37

3 mins

In Karnataka, a worrying mismatch in drug test results

The recent deaths of five women following caesarean section deliveries at the district hospital in Ballari have raised concerns about not just the quality of maternal care in the north Karnataka district, but also public healthcare in general.

In Karnataka, a worrying mismatch in drug test results38

3 mins

What Malaika Arora eats in a day

Malaika Arora, known for her commitment to fitness and health, has always been candid about her love for food.

What Malaika Arora eats in a day39

1 mins

Can you copyright a vibe?

The oversize beige cable-knit sweater.

Can you copyright a vibe?40

4 mins

Funding, infrastructure, general environment woes unattractive for senior international scientists to work in India: Nobel laureate Venki Ramakrishnan

With the U.S. terminating several research programmes, firing thousands of federal scientists, and cancelling important, high-value federal research grants — $8 billion already and further cuts of almost $18 billion next year for National Institute of Health (NIH), proposed cuts of about $5 billion next year to National Science Foundation (NSF), proposed cut of nearly 25% to NASA's budget for 2026, and billions of dollars cut in grants to several universities — many U.S. scientists are planning to move to other countries.

3 mins

Short-nosed dog breeds and air pollution: Understanding the risks for pugs and bulldogs

Brachycephalic breeds, such as pugs, bulldogs, and Shih Tzus, are beloved for their unique appearance; but their distinctive short noses and flat faces come with significant health challenges.

Short-nosed dog breeds and air pollution: Understanding the risks for pugs and bulldogs42

1 mins

Top 100 defaulters: 82 land in NCLT; liquidation rate squeezes bank recovery

A total of 82 companies out of the top 100 bank defaulters of 2019, including some of the biggest companies run by prominent industrialists, landed in the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) under Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016 and out of this, nearly one third of the companies went into liquidation over the years, suggesting banks would have hardly recouped any money, an investigation by The Indian Express reveals.Since the IBC framework came into being in 2016, creditors i.e. banks had a way out. A status update of what happened to these top 100 defaulters shows that of the total 82 companies landed in NCLT, the corporate insolvency resolution process (CIRP) was initiated in 74 cases and as many as 28 companies went into liquidation over the years.

Top 100 defaulters: 82 land in NCLT; liquidation rate squeezes bank recovery43

5 mins

HDFC Bank says it has commenced legal action against Lilavati Trust over loan default issue

HDFC Bank on Wednesday said it \"has commenced the process of taking legal action permissible under law to vindicate its position\" over allegations of a loan default by Lilavati Kirtilal Mehta Medical Trust (LKMM), which runs a leading medical institution.

HDFC Bank says it has commenced legal action against Lilavati Trust over loan default issue44

1 mins

Building India’s rare earth magnet ecosystem: A strategic imperative

In April 2025, China imposed strict controls on seven key rare earth elements (REEs) used in high-performance magnets, accounting for roughly 70 percent of global REE production and 90 percent of processing capacity.

Building India’s rare earth magnet ecosystem: A strategic imperative45

1 mins

Just a cookie daily with otherwise healthy meals can damage your gut, make you obese, says study

Next time you pick up a small pouch of French fries, a cheese burger, cookie or a muffin, thinking that tiny snack indulgence may be inconsequential in your overall healthy diet plan, think again.

Just a cookie daily with otherwise healthy meals can damage your gut, make you obese, says study46

2 mins

Neck pain in desk employee turned out to be something else: Know when you need to consult a neurologist

A 36-year-old professional had been suffering from neck pain for a while, thinking it was related to sitting long hours at the desk. His pain would travel down one arm and pass. But then he got worried when the pain got intense, his hand felt weak and numb and he experienced tingling. We found a bulging disc in his cervical spine, commonly known as the neck region, was pressing on a nerve.This occurs when the soft, jelly-like center of a disc in the neck pushes out of its outer ring, pressing on nearby nerves. This can lead to neck pain, along with radiating pain, numbness, or tingling in the arms, shoulders or hands.

Neck pain in desk employee turned out to be something else: Know when you need to consult a neurologist47

1 mins

Alarm bells in textile recycling hub Panipat over suspension of Bangladesh rags supply

Panipat textile hub, Bangladesh rag imports suspension, textile recycling crisis, India-Bangladesh trade tensions, garment waste recycling, import restrictions, yarn export curbs, South Asia trade relations, Muhammad Yunus, Indian textile industry challenges, indian express Yarn exports to Bangladesh account for 20 per cent of India's total exports to the country, which were valued at $11.38 billion in FY25.Traders and manufacturers in Panipat, India's largest textile recycling hub that receives discarded clothing from multiple countries for recycling and resale, have raised concerns over the suspension of shipments from Bangladesh, the top source of rags for recycling in India

Alarm bells in textile recycling hub Panipat over suspension of Bangladesh rags supply48

2 mins

What ‘feels like’ 50 degree Celsius heat does to your body: Here’s how 75-year-old morning walker got dehydrated, had kidney injury

You would not imagine that dehydration can lead to complications.

2 mins

Steve Smith on South Africa's missed DRS chance against Beau Webster - 'From where I was, I was like, geez, that looks pretty good'

One of the significant turning points on the opening day of the World Test Championship final at Lord's on Wednesday came in the 29th over of Australia’s batting innings. After opting to bowl under overcast conditions, South Africa had reduced Australia to 67/4 at the stroke of lunch and early in the second session, they had a significant chance to send back allrounder Beau Webster who had just come out to bat alongside Steve Smith.

2 mins

'They need to come out with more intent on Day 2': Matthew Hayden on South Africa in WTC final

South Africa Australia WTC final Matthew HaydenAustralia's Mitchell Starc, center, reacts after bowling a delivery to South Africa's captain Temba Bavuma, left, during the World Test Championship final between South Africa and Australia at Lord's cricket ground in London, Wednesday, Former Australia batter Matthew Hayden said that South Africa and especially captain Temba Bavuma needed to show more intent when they came out to bat on Day 2 of the World Test Championship final on Thursday.

1 mins

European game generated 38 bln euros in 2023-24 season, study shows

European football study Manchester City players celebrate after Manchester City's Erling Haaland, center, scored his side's second goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Fulham and Manchester City at Craven Cottage, London, Europe’s soccer market grew by 8% in terms of revenue in the 2023-24 season to 38 billion euros ($43.46 billion) with England’s Premier League generating the most, Deloitte said in a study published on Wednesday.

1 mins

ISSF World Cup: Manu Bhaker, Chain Singh reach finals but miss out on medals in Munich

Double Paris Olympics bronze medalist Manu Bhaker, finished sixth in the women’s 25m pistol final, while Chain Singh finished seventh in the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions (3P), as India continued to maintain a 100% finals appearance record, in the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup (Rifle/Pistol) in Munich.Manu rallied brilliantly in the second rapid-fire stage of qualification earlier in the day, to make a fourth individual world cup final this year, shooting a sublime 298/300 to finish fifth in the 94-strong field. She shot a total of 588.

1 mins

'We know where we want to get to as a Test team': England coach Brendon McCullum ahead of India series

England coach Brendon McCullum said that even though India have arrived to take on England with full preparation and belief, the Three Lions team is clear on what they have to achieve in the upcoming 5-Test showdown.

1 mins

Poland national team coach Michal Probierz resigns after spat with star Robert Lewandowski

Michal Probierz resigns Robert LewandowskiPoland's Robert Lewandowski, right, walks by Poland’ head coach Michal Probierz, left, during a Group D match between Poland and Austria at the Euro 2024 soccer tournament in Berlin, Germany, Poland national team coach Michal Probierz on Thursday announced that he had resigned from the post after a tiff with star striker Robert Lewandowski.

1 mins

‘We didn’t need words’: AB de Villiers pens heartfelt note of RCB, Virat Kohli and fans

Virat Kohli AB de Villiers RCB title winRoyal Challeng-ers Bengaluru's Virat Kohli, center, flanked with former teammates Chris Gayle, in red turban, and AB de Villiers after their win in the Indian Premier League final cricket match against Punjab Kings at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, India, Wednesday, June 4, 2025.

3 mins

Gaurav Taneja, aka Flying Beast, weighs in on Ahmedabad plane crash: 'Nothing short of a complete power loss can...'

In the wake of the tragic Air India plane crash that occurred this afternoon in Ahmedabad, YouTuber and former commercial pilot Gaurav Taneja, known widely by his online moniker Flying Beast, shared his perspective on what may have caused the incident.

1 mins

Siddhant Chaturvedi romances When the Phone Rings star Chae So Bin in new video, fans react: 'K-drama meets Mumbai rains'

The Bollywood-K-drama crossover nobody saw coming.

2 mins

Hrithik, Rakesh Roshan 'welcome' K-pop idol Jackson Wang

Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan along with his filmmaker father Rakesh Roshan and mother Pinki welcomed K-pop idol Jackson Wang, who is currently touring India.

1 mins

Jaat: Bollywood stars are incapable of laughing at themselves; if Himesh Reshammiya can do it, why can't Sunny Deol?

The smartest thing that Himesh Reshammiya has probably done in his professional life, besides transitioning from composer to singer, is to embrace the inherent ridiculousness of his stage persona.

5 mins

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