US' Pentagon offers $1.1 billion to companies to build 3,00,000 drones amid war
US' Pentagon has launched an 18-month competition called “Drone Dominance”, offering $1.1 billion in contracts to companies to build up to 3,00,000 drones. The move comes amid Russia-Ukraine war and US-Iran conflict, where drones have played a major role. The Trump administration is reportedly seeking $54.6 billion in next year’s defense budget to significantly expand drone warfare programmes.
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US' Pentagon has launched an 18-month competition called “Drone Dominance”, offering $1.1 billion in contracts to companies to build up to 3,00,000 drones. The move comes amid Russia-Ukraine war and US-Iran conflict, where drones have played a major role. The Trump administration is reportedly seeking $54.6 billion in next year’s defense budget to significantly expand drone warfare programmes.
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Manipuri film 'Boong' wins 3 New York Indian Film Festival awards
BAFTA-winning Manipuri film 'Boong' won three awards at the New York Indian Film Festival, including the Best Child Actor award for its young protagonist, Gugun Kipgen. The critically acclaimed film also won accolades for Best Debut Film and Best Director for Lakshmipriya Devi. The four-day festival, held from May 28 to May 31, featured a screening of 15 Indian-language films.
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02:54 pm Tuesday, 02 June 2026
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BAFTA-winning Manipuri film 'Boong' won three awards at the New York Indian Film Festival, including the Best Child Actor award for its young protagonist, Gugun Kipgen. The critically acclaimed film also won accolades for Best Debut Film and Best Director for Lakshmipriya Devi. The four-day festival, held from May 28 to May 31, featured a screening of 15 Indian-language films.
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Distance was too much for us: Lalit Modi on breakup with Sushmita Sen
Former IPL Chairman Lalit Modi, during Humans of Bombay podcast, revealed the reason behind his breakup with actress Sushmita Sen. Lalit said the distance between them "was too much for us". "Her career was in India, and my life was in London...She is still a very dear friend of mine, and I just wish her all the best," he added.
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02:53 pm Tuesday, 02 June 2026
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Former IPL Chairman Lalit Modi, during Humans of Bombay podcast, revealed the reason behind his breakup with actress Sushmita Sen. Lalit said the distance between them "was too much for us". "Her career was in India, and my life was in London...She is still a very dear friend of mine, and I just wish her all the best," he added.
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Iran threatens to completely block Bab el-Mandeb Strait along with Strait of Hormuz
As it suspended peace talks with the US over Israel's continued attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon, Iran threatened to block the Bab el-Mandeb Strait along with the Strait of Hormuz. The Bab el-Mandeb Strait connects the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and the Arabian Sea and narrows to about 29 kilometres at its tightest point.
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02:49 pm Tuesday, 02 June 2026
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As it suspended peace talks with the US over Israel's continued attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon, Iran threatened to block the Bab el-Mandeb Strait along with the Strait of Hormuz. The Bab el-Mandeb Strait connects the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and the Arabian Sea and narrows to about 29 kilometres at its tightest point.
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I'm not bothered about it: BCCI Secretary on growing reel culture in IPL
BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia, when asked about the growing reel culture in the IPL, said, "Personally, I'm not bothered because you have to go with technology." "Nobody thought about social media...when the IPL started in 2008...But now this is the trend," he added. However, Saikia stated that the BCCI is ensuring social media content doesn't cross the line.
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03:10 pm Tuesday, 02 June 2026
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BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia, when asked about the growing reel culture in the IPL, said, "Personally, I'm not bothered because you have to go with technology." "Nobody thought about social media...when the IPL started in 2008...But now this is the trend," he added. However, Saikia stated that the BCCI is ensuring social media content doesn't cross the line.
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03:10 pm Tuesday, 02 June 2026
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Mamata Banerjee protests in Kolkata over attack on nephew Abhishek
Mamata Banerjee, along with several TMC leaders, held a protest in Kolkata's Rani Rashmoni Avenue on Tuesday over the attacks on her nephew Abhishek Banerjee and TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee. Mamata was seen addressing the protestors with people shouting slogans in the background. Earlier, she also paid floral tributes to Dr BR Ambedkar before arriving at the protest site.
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03:07 pm Tuesday, 02 June 2026
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Mamata Banerjee, along with several TMC leaders, held a protest in Kolkata's Rani Rashmoni Avenue on Tuesday over the attacks on her nephew Abhishek Banerjee and TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee. Mamata was seen addressing the protestors with people shouting slogans in the background. Earlier, she also paid floral tributes to Dr BR Ambedkar before arriving at the protest site.
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I had ₹84 in my bank account after I moved to Mumbai: 'Dhurandhar' actor Gaurav Gera
Actor Gaurav Gera, who recently played Mohammad Aalam in 'Dhurandhar', recalled he had merely ₹84 in his bank account after he moved to Mumbai. "I'd pass by a bank and jokingly ask it to take care of me," he added. "My father was a salaried employee...I still have his letters where he'd write that he was sending ₹2,000," Gera stated.
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03:05 pm Tuesday, 02 June 2026
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Actor Gaurav Gera, who recently played Mohammad Aalam in 'Dhurandhar', recalled he had merely ₹84 in his bank account after he moved to Mumbai. "I'd pass by a bank and jokingly ask it to take care of me," he added. "My father was a salaried employee...I still have his letters where he'd write that he was sending ₹2,000," Gera stated.
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Ratna Debnath mocks Abhishek Banerjee after egg attack, says 'Made his hair silky'
BJP MLA Ratna Debnath, RG Kar rape-murder victim's mother, took a swipe at TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee after he was pelted with eggs in West Bengal's Sonarpur. She thanked the people for "taking initiative to take care of Abhishek Banerjee's skin and hair and make them silky [by throwing eggs]". She added that everyone must face consequences of their actions.
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03:04 pm Tuesday, 02 June 2026
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BJP MLA Ratna Debnath, RG Kar rape-murder victim's mother, took a swipe at TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee after he was pelted with eggs in West Bengal's Sonarpur. She thanked the people for "taking initiative to take care of Abhishek Banerjee's skin and hair and make them silky [by throwing eggs]". She added that everyone must face consequences of their actions.
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Student Sarthak Sidhant appears before Parliamentary committee to highlight CBSE OSM flaws
A Class 12 student, Sarthak Sidhant, appeared before the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Women, Children, Youth, and Sports and gave a presentation on flaws in CBSE's On-Screen Marking' (OSM) system, which was introduced this year. He had earlier alleged that requirements were modified to favour Hyderabad-based Coempt EduTeck Private Limited, to whom CBSE awarded the contract.
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03:04 pm Tuesday, 02 June 2026
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A Class 12 student, Sarthak Sidhant, appeared before the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Women, Children, Youth, and Sports and gave a presentation on flaws in CBSE's On-Screen Marking' (OSM) system, which was introduced this year. He had earlier alleged that requirements were modified to favour Hyderabad-based Coempt EduTeck Private Limited, to whom CBSE awarded the contract.
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Know early heart attack warning signs to save lives
Heart disease cases are rising, and experts warn that early recognition of symptoms like chest pain, arm or jaw pain, breathlessness, nausea, fatigue, and cold sweats can save lives. WHO stresses awareness of these signs. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle with exercise, balanced diet, stress control, and regular check-ups can significantly reduce heart attack risk.
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03:26 pm Tuesday, 02 June 2026
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Heart disease cases are rising, and experts warn that early recognition of symptoms like chest pain, arm or jaw pain, breathlessness, nausea, fatigue, and cold sweats can save lives. WHO stresses awareness of these signs. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle with exercise, balanced diet, stress control, and regular check-ups can significantly reduce heart attack risk.
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Claude down for users across India
Anthropic's AI chatbot Claude has been experiencing service disruption in India on Tuesday afternoon. According to Downdetector.in, 61% users reported disruption on Claude Chat, 21% users reported for the Claude app, and 13% on the website. Several users have been receiving alerts, saying, "Due to unexpected constraints, Claude is unable to respond to your message."
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03:21 pm Tuesday, 02 June 2026
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Anthropic's AI chatbot Claude has been experiencing service disruption in India on Tuesday afternoon. According to Downdetector.in, 61% users reported disruption on Claude Chat, 21% users reported for the Claude app, and 13% on the website. Several users have been receiving alerts, saying, "Due to unexpected constraints, Claude is unable to respond to your message."
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Rapper Badshah’s Chandigarh nightclub sealed: Report
Rapper Badshah's Chandigarh club, Sago Spice Symphony, has been sealed by authorities over alleged building bylaw violations. The action followed repeated instances of non-compliance with building regulations and official directives. Opened in 2023, Sago is part of a hospitality venture that also includes Seville and Sidera. Reportedly, several clubs in the area have received notices in the past.
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03:17 pm Tuesday, 02 June 2026
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Rapper Badshah's Chandigarh club, Sago Spice Symphony, has been sealed by authorities over alleged building bylaw violations. The action followed repeated instances of non-compliance with building regulations and official directives. Opened in 2023, Sago is part of a hospitality venture that also includes Seville and Sidera. Reportedly, several clubs in the area have received notices in the past.
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Cockroach Janata Party claims prominent figure to join soon
Cockroach Janata Party has claimed that a prominent personality is expected to join its organisation, though the identity remains undisclosed. The party also announced a protest in Delhi demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over governance concerns. Founder Abhijit Deepke said he will arrive in India on June 6 to lead the demonstration.
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03:10 pm Tuesday, 02 June 2026
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Cockroach Janata Party has claimed that a prominent personality is expected to join its organisation, though the identity remains undisclosed. The party also announced a protest in Delhi demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over governance concerns. Founder Abhijit Deepke said he will arrive in India on June 6 to lead the demonstration.
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Iran says it attacked US-linked ship
Iran claimed responsibility for an attack on US-linked vessel MSC Sariska V near a port in Iraq, saying it was in response to a US attack on the Iranian vessel Lian Star in the Oman Sea. Iran said it targeted the ship with a cruise missile, though some reports suggested the blast may have resulted from ship's internal mechanical failure.
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03:36 pm Tuesday, 02 June 2026
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Iran claimed responsibility for an attack on US-linked vessel MSC Sariska V near a port in Iraq, saying it was in response to a US attack on the Iranian vessel Lian Star in the Oman Sea. Iran said it targeted the ship with a cruise missile, though some reports suggested the blast may have resulted from ship's internal mechanical failure.
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UK MP brings survivors of Pakistani rape gangs to parliament, says 'A girl was raped by 700 men'
UK MP Rupert Lowe brought survivors of Pakistani rape gangs to the country's parliament and read their testimonies. A survivor said, "It all started when I was 13. I was raped by probably 600-700 men over three years." One of the survivors said, "Comments were constantly made that White Girls had lower values than Muslim girls."
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03:32 pm Tuesday, 02 June 2026
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UK MP Rupert Lowe brought survivors of Pakistani rape gangs to the country's parliament and read their testimonies. A survivor said, "It all started when I was 13. I was raped by probably 600-700 men over three years." One of the survivors said, "Comments were constantly made that White Girls had lower values than Muslim girls."
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Ex-Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah will keep CM bungalow after deal with Shivakumar
Senior Congress leader Siddaramaiah, who resigned as Karnataka Chief Minister last week, will continue to stay in the CM bungalow Cauvery, reports said. It is reported that Siddaramaiah struck an agreement with his successor DK Shivakumar, and will stay at the bungalow till 2028. Initially, Shivakumar will work from his private residence and will later be allotted another government residence.
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03:30 pm Tuesday, 02 June 2026
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Senior Congress leader Siddaramaiah, who resigned as Karnataka Chief Minister last week, will continue to stay in the CM bungalow Cauvery, reports said. It is reported that Siddaramaiah struck an agreement with his successor DK Shivakumar, and will stay at the bungalow till 2028. Initially, Shivakumar will work from his private residence and will later be allotted another government residence.
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Delhi-registered car driver held in Kullu hit-and-run case
In a shocking and brutal incident, a Delhi-registered Swift car driver allegedly ran over a pedestrian. Car dragged him for 25 feet, and then reversed the vehicle crushing him again, resulting in the man's death on the spot in the Farm area on Naggar road on Monday. The driver appeared to be intoxicated.
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03:26 pm Tuesday, 02 June 2026
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In a shocking and brutal incident, a Delhi-registered Swift car driver allegedly ran over a pedestrian. Car dragged him for 25 feet, and then reversed the vehicle crushing him again, resulting in the man's death on the spot in the Farm area on Naggar road on Monday. The driver appeared to be intoxicated.
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Bengal Cabinet has 83% graduates, members from 13 caste groups: Report
An ANI report said that 15 of the 41 ministers in West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari’s Cabinet hold graduate or higher degrees. Meanwhile, three ministers also hold PhD degrees. Thirteen different caste groups are represented in the Cabinet, including three ministers from Scheduled Castes. Leaders from diverse professional backgrounds, including medicine, journalism and teaching, have been included.
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03:58 pm Tuesday, 02 June 2026
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An ANI report said that 15 of the 41 ministers in West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari’s Cabinet hold graduate or higher degrees. Meanwhile, three ministers also hold PhD degrees. Thirteen different caste groups are represented in the Cabinet, including three ministers from Scheduled Castes. Leaders from diverse professional backgrounds, including medicine, journalism and teaching, have been included.
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Why are Indians moving money from savings accounts to FDs?
According to RBI, Indians are moving their money from savings accounts to FDs as the purchasing power of money in a savings account is eroding over time. The current savings accounts rates of banks are nearly 100 basis points lower than the April retail inflation level of 3.48%. The trend of declining savings accounts rates gathered momentum during 2025-26.
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03:55 pm Tuesday, 02 June 2026
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According to RBI, Indians are moving their money from savings accounts to FDs as the purchasing power of money in a savings account is eroding over time. The current savings accounts rates of banks are nearly 100 basis points lower than the April retail inflation level of 3.48%. The trend of declining savings accounts rates gathered momentum during 2025-26.
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BJP is slow-poisoning us: Sena leader as he hints at merger with Uddhav's faction
Abdul Sattar, Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena's leader, accused ally BJP of trying to weaken his party ahead of the Legislative Council polls, describing its strategy as "slow poisoning". His remarks came after BJP fielded its own candidate from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, sidelining Sattar's son Sameer Sattar, who was seeking nomination. Sattar also hinted at returning to Uddhav Thackeray's faction.
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03:54 pm Tuesday, 02 June 2026
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Abdul Sattar, Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena's leader, accused ally BJP of trying to weaken his party ahead of the Legislative Council polls, describing its strategy as "slow poisoning". His remarks came after BJP fielded its own candidate from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, sidelining Sattar's son Sameer Sattar, who was seeking nomination. Sattar also hinted at returning to Uddhav Thackeray's faction.
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