India, Venezuela Move Toward Deeper Institutional Cooperation in Energy Trade
June 26: India and Venezuela are moving toward deeper institutional cooperation in energy trade, according to recent reports, signaling a renewed effort to strengthen bilateral energy ties and enhance long-term energy security partnerships. The growing…
Gold Market Sees Major Correction as Prices of Gold and Silver Drop
Bhubaneswar, June 26 (UDN): In a major relief for consumers and jewellery buyers, gold and silver prices witnessed a significant decline in domestic markets on Thursday, raising hopes of increased demand ahead of the upcoming festive and wedding seasons.…
India Wins 24 Medals at ISSF Junior World Championship 2026
New Delhi, June 26: India delivered a strong performance at the ISSF Junior World Championship 2026, securing a total of 24 medals, officials said. The Indian contingent showed consistent performance across rifle, pistol, and shotgun events, reflecting…
From Belpahar Stage to National School of Drama: Sonia Behera Scripts History
Belpahar, Jharsuguda, June 26 (UDN): What began as a young girl’s fascination with a stage performance at a school function in Belpahar has culminated in a historic achievement for Odisha’s theatre community. Twenty-five-year-old Sonia Behera…
Operation Amistad: India Deploys Aid Team to Venezuela
New Delhi, June 26: An Indian Army humanitarian assistance team has been deployed to Venezuela under Operation Amistad to support relief efforts following a devastating earthquake in the country. The team will assist local authorities in ongoing rescue…
Chhattisgarh Initiates First Step Towards Implementation of Uniform Civil Code
Raipur, June 26: Chhattisgarh has taken the first formal step towards exploring the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state, officials said on Thursday. The move is aimed at examining legal, social, and administrative aspects related to…
Amit Shah to Launch ‘Bharat Taxi’ Initiative and ‘PM Family Care Tracker’ Pilot in Gujarat
Gandhinagar, June 26: Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to launch the ‘Bharat Taxi’ initiative and the ‘PM Family Care Tracker’ pilot project during his upcoming visit to Gujarat, officials said on Thursday. The initiatives are…
Passport Fees Hiked: New Rates to Apply from July 1
New Delhi, June 26: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has revised passport application fees, with new charges set to come into effect from July 1. Under the revised structure, applicants for a 36-page passport will now pay ₹2,500, while the Tatkal…
Europe Sizzles Under Intense Heatwave; Schools Shut as Temperatures Break Records
London/Paris, June 26: Several European countries are grappling with an unprecedented heatwave, with temperatures soaring to record levels and forcing authorities to shut schools, issue health alerts and implement emergency measures to protect vulnerable…
Centre Simplifies FSSAI Compliance Norms to Ease Business Operations in Food Sector
New Delhi, June 26: The Centre has notified key changes in the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) regulations aimed at simplifying compliance requirements for food business operators and improving ease of doing business in the sector.…