From UPI security to LPG prices, financial changes take effect from June 1

IANS | June 1, 2026 11:18 AM

New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) Several financial changes affecting consumers and businesses have come into effect from June 1, ranging from security measures for Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions and changes in ATM withdrawal rules to tax-related deadlines and higher commercial LPG prices.

The level of competitiveness made IPL 2026 even more exciting & entertaining: Saikia

IANS | June 1, 2026 10:53 AM

New Delhi, June 1 IANS) Following the conclusion of a highly competitive Indian Premier League (IPL) season, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia lauded champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) while noting razor-thin margins between the teams kept the tournament unpredictable until the very end, making it one of the most entertaining seasons.

Rights body flags alleged political interference in Bangladesh bar Polls

IANS | June 1, 2026 10:48 AM

Paris, June 1 (IANS) Allegations of political exclusion, intimidation and electoral obstruction in bar association elections across Bangladesh have prompted concern from a leading international human rights organisation, which has called attention to what it says is a growing pattern of pressure on lawyers and democratic institutions within the country’s legal system.

James Wan: The horror genre keeps saving our industry

IANS | June 1, 2026 10:41 AM

Los Angeles, June 1 (IANS) Known for working in the horror genre with Saw, Insidious franchises, and The Conjuring Universe, filmmaker James Wan feels horror movies keep "saving our industry" because of their enduring popularity.

Hyundai Motor India, M&M report healthy sales growth in May

IANS | June 1, 2026 10:36 AM

Mumbai, June 1 (IANS) Leading automobile companies continued to report healthy sales momentum in May, with Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) and Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) posting growth in domestic sales amid sustained demand, according to data released on Monday.