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Haryana tightens security ahead of NEET-UG 2026; multi-layer vigilance, intelligence monitoring put in place
Haryana has put in place an elaborate security and surveillance mechanism for the conduct of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2026 on 21 June, with authorities deploying a multi-layered strategy to prevent malpractice and ensure a fair examination environment for thousands of aspirants across the state.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman
Trump, Pezeshkian sign interim peace agreement
US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian have signed an initial agreement to extend the ceasefire for another 60 days and lay the groundwork for reopening the Strait of Hormuz and launching negotiations on Iran's nuclear programme.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman
6 Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs skip party meeting, to merge with Shinde camp:
Six of the nine Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) Lok Sabha MPs skipped a meeting of the party on Thursday, deepening the crisis in the Uddhav Thackeray camp.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman
Chinese FM Wang Yitovisit India next week for BRICS NSA meet
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit India on 22-23 June at the invitation of National Security Advisor Ajit Doval to attend the 16th Meeting of BRICS National Security Advisers and High Representatives on National Security, according to the Chinese Foreign Ministry.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman
Confident Shafali ready for South Africa challenge after all-round show
After producing a match-winning all-round performance against the Netherlands on Wednesday, opener Shafali Verma is hoping to repeat the feat when India take on South Africa in a crucial ICC Women’s T20 World Cup clash at Old Trafford Cricket Ground in Manchester on Sunday.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
NSE files papers for ₹30,000-crore IPO
The National Stock Exchange (NSE) filed a draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on Wednesday, 17 June, according to official documents.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman
Expert panel report to guide Cabinet decision on Singur land: Tapas Roy
The West Bengal government will take a final decision on the future of industrial land at Singur only after receiving a report from an expert committee constituted to assess the status and potential of the acquired land, state industries minister Tapas Roy said on Thursday.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Kane equals England World Cup scoring record in 4-2 win over Croatia
Harry Kane struck twice to equal England’s World Cup scoring record as the Three Lions opened their campaign with an entertaining 4-2 victory over Croatia in Group L on Wednesday.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
CM to lead marathon from KMC HQ to Writer's Buildings today
With the clock ticking closer to the mega yoga event on Red Road on 21 June, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari is to lead a marathon from the Kolkata Municipal Corporation headquarters till Writer’s Buildings tomorrow.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Bhutan's Gelephu Mindfulness City aims to redefine development through values and innovation
Bhutan's ambitious Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) project is not merely an urban development initiative but a long-term civilisational transformation designed to make the Himalayan kingdom relevant in the 21st century while preserving its cultural soul, according to Dr Lotay Tshering (photo), former Prime Minister of Bhutan and currently Governor of GMC.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Haryana panel says RTI officers cannot bar applicants from filing requests
The Haryana State Information Commission has ruled that public information officers have no legal authority to restrain or blacklist citizens from filing requests under India’s Right to Information Act, 2005, and directed the State Public Information Officer (SPIO) of Shahabad Sugar Mills Limited to explain the legal basis for issuing such a restriction.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Organ trafficking case: ED conducts raids at Kerala hospitals, intermediaries’ homes
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday launched extensive simultaneous raids across multiple districts in Kerala, seizing critical financial and medical documents related to a massive organ trafficking racket.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Diaz inspires Colombia to winning start against Uzbekistan
Luis Diaz (photo) marked his World Cup debut with a goal and an assist as Colombia began their campaign with a 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan in Group K on Wednesday.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Durgapur MLA claims West Burdwan may be renamed ‘Asansol-Durgapur’
Durgapur East MLA Chandra Sekhar Banerjee has claimed that West Burdwan district will be rechristened as Asansol-Durgapur within a month.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
NEET Row: Rahul Gandhi slams education system, says it has been reduced to an extortion machine
During an interaction with NEET aspirants, their parents and families here, Rahul Gandhi described India's education system as a rejection, rather than selection, system that has been reduced to an extortion machine.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Underworld networks as cover for J&K terror plans: Agencies
Indian security agencies have busted several terror-linked modules in recent months that were allegedly being operated by underworld networks at the behest of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Railways announces additional local EMUs, Metro services on 20-21 June
With anticipation of a huge turnout of commuters for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s mega meeting at Tarakeswar on 20 June, the Eastern Railway has announced additional local EMU services on the Howrah-Sheoraphuli-Tarakeswar-Goghat section on Saturday to clear the rush of passengers.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Inside the US-Iran Islamabad agreement: Full text of the MoU
In a potentially landmark diplomatic breakthrough, the United States and Iran have signed the “Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding,” outlining a broad framework to end hostilities, ease regional tensions, revive commercial navigation in the Persian Gulf, and pave the way for a comprehensive peace agreement within 60 days.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Credibility Crisis
India's temporary restriction on Telegram ahead of the NEET-UG re-examination has dominated headlines. But focusing on the messaging app misses the more important story.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
TVK govt to unveil ‘Vetri Thamizhagam’ vision plan
The Tamil Nadu government will implement an all-encompassing ‘Vetri Thamizhagam’ vision document based on ten pillars to further promote the development of Tamil Nadu and to improve the livelihood of people, over the next five years, Governor R V Arlekar announced in the State Assembly on Thursday.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
All parties should commit to path of peace
Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir on Monday rejected the US-Iran deal that is aimed at ending hostilities across the Middle East, including in Lebanon, declaring that Israelis not obligated to abide by it.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Minakshi storms into Boxing World Cup quarters with dominant win
India’s campaign at the Boxing World Cup Stage 2 in China continued on a positive note as Minakshi advanced to the quarterfinals with a convincing win on Day 4 of the competition.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
UP Tourism organises Food Heritage walk to mark World Sustainable Gastronomy Day
Bringing together food, culture and heritage, the Uttar Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation (UPSTDC) on Thursday organised a special Food Heritage Walk through the historic lanes of Lucknow’s Chowk area to mark World Sustainable Gastronomy Day.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Uddhav Sena MPs who failed to turn up at meeting sent to Rajasthan, says Raut
Sanjay Raut, spokesperson of the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena and a Rajya Sabha MP told the media in Delhi that six MPs from his party were offered an additional Rs 10 crore to split away from the party and join the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
A special election in the UK could hasten the rise of Andy Burnham and the end for Keir Starmer
Keir Starmer isn’t on the ballot, but the UK prime minister's future is on the line in a special election on Thursday.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Stock markets end higher for fifth session with Nifty near 24,200 mark
Indian stock markets on Thursday ended higher for the fifth consecutive session with the Nifty closing near the 24,200 mark.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
After Governor’s address, DMK flags TVK-BJP ‘bonhomie’
Leader of the Opposition in the Tamil Nadu assembly, Udhayanidhi Stalin, on Thursday smelt a rat in Governor VR Arlekar reading the address to the House in full, unlike his predecessor RN Ravi, and the playing of the national anthem twice in violation of tradition, alleging that this indicated a bonhomie between the ruling Tamilaga Vettrri Kazhagam (TVK) of Chief Minister Vijay and the BJP, heading the Union government.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
PMSHRI: Even if an agreement is signed, government can withdraw from it; says Pinarayi Vijayan
Leader of the Opposition in the Kerala Assembly and former chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan alleged that the ruling United Democratic Front (UDF) government has “completely surrendered” to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) by choosing to implement the Centre’s PM SHRI (Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India) scheme.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
Ukrainian drones set a Moscow refinery ablaze in a major attack on the Russian capital
Ukraine struck a major Moscow oil refinery Thursday for a second time in a week, sending huge plumes of black smoke over the capital and disrupting flights at its airports in one of its biggest drone attacks since Russia's full-scale invasion over four years ago, Officials said.
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June 19, 2026
The Statesman Kolkata
AAP Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh attacks BJP, demands FIR in Ram Temple offerings case
Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh has targeted the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the central government over the alleged theft of offerings and donations at the Ram Temple.
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