Use AI to improve transparency and delivery of rural schemes: Shivraj Singh Chouhan tells states

IANS | June 29, 2026 4:18 PM

New Delhi, June 29 (IANS) Calling for greater use of artificial intelligence and technology in rural development programmes, Union Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday urged states to adopt digital tools to improve transparency, strengthen monitoring and ensure better delivery of welfare schemes.

India’s nuclear industry offers $210 billion investment opportunity: Report

IANS | June 29, 2026 4:15 PM

Mumbai, June 29 (IANS) India’s nuclear industry is transitioning from a state-led model to a more open, market-oriented ecosystem, driven by recent policy reform and rising demand for reliable, low-carbon power, according to a new report.

Nushrratt Bharuccha reveals her rainy-day companion to enjoy the monsoon

IANS | June 29, 2026 4:14 PM

Mumbai, June 29 (IANS) Actress Nushrratt Bharuccha has shared a glimpse of her monsoon mood, revealing who she enjoys her rainy days with.

FIFA WC: When and where to watch Ivory Coast vs Norway, know all details

IANS | June 29, 2026 4:14 PM

Arlington, June 29 (IANS) A place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16 will be at stake when Ivory Coast face Norway at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday in a knockout clash featuring two teams enjoying landmark campaigns.

Congress seeks postponement of K'taka SIR exercise, cites discrepancies in BLO list

IANS | June 29, 2026 4:07 PM

Bengaluru, June 29 (IANS) The Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) on Monday urged the Chief Electoral Officer to immediately rectify alleged discrepancies in the details of Booth Level Officers (BLOs) and BLO Supervisors published on the official CEO website and postpone the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls until accurate and verified information is made available.

CBSE relaxes three-language rule; exempts current Class 10 batch

IANS | June 29, 2026 4:05 PM

New Delhi, June 29 (IANS) The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Monday issued detailed implementation guidelines for the three-language policy under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, outlining assessment patterns, exemptions, and transition measures for students across different classes.

Operation Amistad: India sets up field hospital in earthquake-hit Venezuela

IANS | June 29, 2026 4:00 PM

Caracas, June 29 (IANS) The Indian Army contingent deployed in Venezuela under 'Operation Amistad' has established a field hospital, providing urgent medical assistance to those impacted by the devastating earthquake.

Archana Puran Singh says AI is adding to the problem of water-shortage

IANS | June 29, 2026 3:58 PM

Mumbai, June 29 (IANS) Actress Archana Puran Singh is speaking about the negative impact of AI on the environment. The actress took to her social media, and shared a video with her family, her kids Aaryamann Sethi and Ayushmaan Sethi, and her husband Parmeet Sethi.

BPCL to acquire 40 pc stake in Tiki Tar and Shell India for Rs 85 crore

IANS | June 29, 2026 3:56 PM

New Delhi, June 29 (IANS) State-owned Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) on Monday announced that it will acquire a 40 per cent stake in Tiki Tar and Shell India Pvt Ltd (TTSIPL) for Rs 85 crore to strengthen its presence in the rapidly growing value-added bitumen (VAB) market.

Suriya to play lead in 'Jai Bhim' director T J Gnanavel's next!

IANS | June 29, 2026 3:56 PM

Chennai, June 29 (IANS) The makers of director T J Gnanavel's upcoming film on Monday welcomed actor Suriya onboard their film, much to the delight of fans and film buffs.