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Gujarat Police widen probe into online cricket betting case; Rs 324-crore fraud network uncovered

IANS | June 21, 2026 11:39 PM

Gandhinagar/Ahmedabad, June 21 (IANS): The Gujarat Police’s State Monitoring Cell (SMC) has widened its investigation into an alleged illegal online cricket betting and cyber fraud network, with authorities reporting multiple arrests, extensive use of mule bank accounts and suspected fraudulent transactions amounting to more than Rs 324 crore.

Students praise security measures as NEET-UG re-exam ends peacefully

IANS | June 21, 2026 9:47 PM

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) The NEET-UG re-examination was conducted peacefully across various examination centres in the country on Sunday. After the exam, students shared their views on the difficulty level of the question paper and various other matters such as security arrangements and facilities provided at the centres.

Yoga a lifelong practice that strengthens both body and mind: Govt officials

IANS | June 21, 2026 9:16 PM

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) Yoga is not just a one day celebration but a lifelong practice that strengthens both the body and mind, Sanjeev Kumar Kassi, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Coal, said on Sunday.

NEET-UG re-exam conducted smoothly across India amid unprecedented security measures (Ld)

IANS | June 21, 2026 9:12 PM

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2026 re-examination was conducted across India and overseas on Sunday. There were massive security arrangements to ensure fair and smooth conduction of exam. It turned out to be one of the largest and most closely monitored examinations in the country's history.

Ministries observe Yoga Day with focus on healthy ageing

IANS | June 21, 2026 9:08 PM

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) on Sunday observed the 12th International Day of Yoga at Sunder Nursery here, in association with its public sector undertakings, Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA) and Solar Energy Corporation of India Ltd. (SECI).

Japan PM Sanae Takaichi, 50 top business leaders to visit India next month

IANS | June 21, 2026 7:52 PM

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) Suzuki Motor President Toshihiro Suzuki and top executives of trading giant Itochu will be among the business leaders of 50 Japanese companies accompanying Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for the India-Japan annual summit, scheduled for the first week of July at Assam's Guwahati.

NTA hails ‘Team Bharat’ effort behind successful conduct of NEET UG re-examination

IANS | June 21, 2026 7:47 PM

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Sunday shared a detailed note on X, describing the nationwide coordination that went into conducting the NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination on Sunday (June 21) and thanking the thousands of individuals and institutions involved in the process.

From Sri Lanka, Bageshwar Dham seer Dhirendra Shastri calls yoga a bridge for humanity

IANS | June 21, 2026 6:55 PM

Colombo, June 21 (IANS) On the occasion of the 12th International Yoga Day, Bageshwar Dham Peethadheeshwar Pandit Dhirendra Krishna Shastri extended warm greetings to the people of India and the world from Sri Lankan soil.

South Africa eyes stronger economic relations with India as US ties sour

IANS | June 21, 2026 6:25 PM

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) South Africa is looking at strengthening economic ties with India amid the rough patch that Pretoria has hit in its relations with the US, according to an article in the country's media.

India, US to hold trade talks this week to finalise interim pact: Piyush Goyal

IANS | June 21, 2026 6:06 PM

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) India and the United States will hold ministerial-level trade talks this week as both countries seek to finalise the framework for the first phase of the proposed bilateral trade agreement (BTA) ahead of a key tariff deadline next month, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Sunday.

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Gujarat Police widen probe into online cricket betting case; Rs 324-crore fraud network uncovered

Students praise security measures as NEET-UG re-exam ends peacefully

Yoga a lifelong practice that strengthens both body and mind: Govt officials

NEET-UG re-exam conducted smoothly across India amid unprecedented security measures (Ld)

Ministries observe Yoga Day with focus on healthy ageing

Japan PM Sanae Takaichi, 50 top business leaders to visit India next month

NTA hails ‘Team Bharat’ effort behind successful conduct of NEET UG re-examination

From Sri Lanka, Bageshwar Dham seer Dhirendra Shastri calls yoga a bridge for humanity

South Africa eyes stronger economic relations with India as US ties sour

India, US to hold trade talks this week to finalise interim pact: Piyush Goyal

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