Syria can handle Hezbollah better than Israel: US Prez Trump
US President Donald Trump rebuked Israel over its war against Hezbollah in Lebanon, saying it has gone on too long and too many people have been killed. Trump said it was unnecessary for Israel to bomb entire buildings to hunt militants. "Israel should let Syria take care of Hezbollah...because honestly they do a better job of doing it," he added.
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US President Donald Trump rebuked Israel over its war against Hezbollah in Lebanon, saying it has gone on too long and too many people have been killed. Trump said it was unnecessary for Israel to bomb entire buildings to hunt militants. "Israel should let Syria take care of Hezbollah...because honestly they do a better job of doing it," he added.
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Oil prices fall 5% to 3-month low
Oil prices fell about 5% for a second straight day on Tuesday, hitting three-month lows amid hopes the Strait of Hormuz will reopen. Brent crude futures dropped 5.1% to settle at $78.96 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) fell 5.8% to $76.05. Those were the lowest closes for Brent since March 2 and for WTI since March 4.
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09:14 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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Oil prices fell about 5% for a second straight day on Tuesday, hitting three-month lows amid hopes the Strait of Hormuz will reopen. Brent crude futures dropped 5.1% to settle at $78.96 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) fell 5.8% to $76.05. Those were the lowest closes for Brent since March 2 and for WTI since March 4.
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Fire-hit hotel's owner licence application was rejected by Delhi Police in 2022: Report
Lovkesh Bajaj, owner of the Delhi hotel where a massive fire killed 21 people, had applied for a licence through the Delhi Police Licensing Department in August 2022, Indian Express reported. However, the application was rejected as he hadn't obtained the required civic clearances, revenue records, and a fire NOC. Bajaj purchased a three-storey house in Hauz Rani in 2022.
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09:09 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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Lovkesh Bajaj, owner of the Delhi hotel where a massive fire killed 21 people, had applied for a licence through the Delhi Police Licensing Department in August 2022, Indian Express reported. However, the application was rejected as he hadn't obtained the required civic clearances, revenue records, and a fire NOC. Bajaj purchased a three-storey house in Hauz Rani in 2022.
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09:09 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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₹2,000 Uber fare for 80-km ride from new Noida airport sparks debate, most call it 'reasonable'
A screenshot showing the Uber fare crossing ₹2,000 for an approximately 80-km ride from the new Noida airport to Delhi's Saket divided the internet, with most people calling it "reasonable". "₹2,000 for 80 km is...very cheap. It'll cost ₹15,000 in New York," an X user commented. Many pointed out that Delhi's IGI Airport is the nearest to Saket.
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09:29 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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A screenshot showing the Uber fare crossing ₹2,000 for an approximately 80-km ride from the new Noida airport to Delhi's Saket divided the internet, with most people calling it "reasonable". "₹2,000 for 80 km is...very cheap. It'll cost ₹15,000 in New York," an X user commented. Many pointed out that Delhi's IGI Airport is the nearest to Saket.
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Why was 'Braut Haaland' written on Erling Haaland's jersey during WC match?
'Braut Haaland' was seen written on the back of Norwegian footballer Erling Haaland's jersey during Norway's FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Iraq. The 25-year-old was paying tribute to both his parents through the name. 'Haaland' comes from his father, Alf-Inge Haaland, a former Manchester City midfielder. 'Braut' comes from his mother, Gry Marita Braut, a former champion heptathlete.
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09:35 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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'Braut Haaland' was seen written on the back of Norwegian footballer Erling Haaland's jersey during Norway's FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Iraq. The 25-year-old was paying tribute to both his parents through the name. 'Haaland' comes from his father, Alf-Inge Haaland, a former Manchester City midfielder. 'Braut' comes from his mother, Gry Marita Braut, a former champion heptathlete.
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09:35 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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X down for thousands of users globally
Elon Musk-owned social media platform X experienced a widespread service disruption on Wednesday, leaving thousands of users unable to access key features and triggering complaints across multiple countries. Around 40% of users reported problems with the app, 29% with the feed and timeline, and 18% experienced disruptions on the website, as per Downdetector. It affected both mobile and web users.
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09:30 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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Elon Musk-owned social media platform X experienced a widespread service disruption on Wednesday, leaving thousands of users unable to access key features and triggering complaints across multiple countries. Around 40% of users reported problems with the app, 29% with the feed and timeline, and 18% experienced disruptions on the website, as per Downdetector. It affected both mobile and web users.
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09:30 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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Which country is the most common birthplace among FIFA World Cup 2026 footballers?
France is the most common birthplace among players at the FIFA World Cup 2026, with 98 footballers born there, according to The Athletic. They make up 7.9% of the tournament's players. The Netherlands is second on the list with 67, followed by England (49), Germany (48), Spain, Belgium (36 each) and Sweden (34).
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09:58 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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France is the most common birthplace among players at the FIFA World Cup 2026, with 98 footballers born there, according to The Athletic. They make up 7.9% of the tournament's players. The Netherlands is second on the list with 67, followed by England (49), Germany (48), Spain, Belgium (36 each) and Sweden (34).
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Court denies Ghana's bid to get Partey into Canada for FIFA WC game
A Canadian court on Tuesday dismissed an appeal by Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey after he was denied entry into the country for Ghana's FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Panama. The Canadian government had refused him a visa, prompting a last-minute legal challenge in Ottawa. Partey, who is awaiting trial on multiple rape charges, has pleaded not guilty.
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10:13 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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A Canadian court on Tuesday dismissed an appeal by Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey after he was denied entry into the country for Ghana's FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Panama. The Canadian government had refused him a visa, prompting a last-minute legal challenge in Ottawa. Partey, who is awaiting trial on multiple rape charges, has pleaded not guilty.
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10:13 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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No $300 billion for Iran, other nations can invest if it changes behaviour: JD Vance
US Vice President JD Vance refuted reports claiming the US is directly giving $300 billion to Iran as part of reconstruction fund under their interim agreement. Vance said US would allow other nations to invest in Iran if it follows the terms of the US-Iran deal. “If the Iranians change their behaviour, we’re going to let others invest,” he added.
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10:27 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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US Vice President JD Vance refuted reports claiming the US is directly giving $300 billion to Iran as part of reconstruction fund under their interim agreement. Vance said US would allow other nations to invest in Iran if it follows the terms of the US-Iran deal. “If the Iranians change their behaviour, we’re going to let others invest,” he added.
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I would advocate that everybody use AI, just go engage it: Huang
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang said society will need to create new norms around AI. "I'd advocate that everybody use AI. Just go engage it," he added. Comparing the social adjustment around AI to the way societies adapted to automobiles, Huang said, "I used to play in the streets. When cars came along, you obviously [couldn't] play in the streets [anymore]."
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10:38 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang said society will need to create new norms around AI. "I'd advocate that everybody use AI. Just go engage it," he added. Comparing the social adjustment around AI to the way societies adapted to automobiles, Huang said, "I used to play in the streets. When cars came along, you obviously [couldn't] play in the streets [anymore]."
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Grammys adds Best Asian Pop category for K-pop, Indian artists
The Recording Academy announced five new Grammy categories, including Best Asian Pop Music Performance, recognising K-pop, J-pop, C-pop, and Indian language music. Artists like BTS, Diljit Dosanjh may benefit. Other additions include Best R&B Collaboration, Best Traditional Folk Album, and Best Latin Song. Album eligibility threshold lowered to 66%; songwriters now receive Grammy statuettes.
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10:54 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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The Recording Academy announced five new Grammy categories, including Best Asian Pop Music Performance, recognising K-pop, J-pop, C-pop, and Indian language music. Artists like BTS, Diljit Dosanjh may benefit. Other additions include Best R&B Collaboration, Best Traditional Folk Album, and Best Latin Song. Album eligibility threshold lowered to 66%; songwriters now receive Grammy statuettes.
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Until now, we had very low cooperation: South Korean Prez on elevating ties with India
PM Narendra Modi met the President of South Korea, Lee Jae-myung, at G7 Summit in France. "Until now, the level of cooperation between India and South Korea has been quite low relative to...their potential," Jae-myung said. "PM Modi and I agreed to strengthen future cooperation in all aspects and elevate the relationship between our nations to a new level," he added.
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11:05 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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PM Narendra Modi met the President of South Korea, Lee Jae-myung, at G7 Summit in France. "Until now, the level of cooperation between India and South Korea has been quite low relative to...their potential," Jae-myung said. "PM Modi and I agreed to strengthen future cooperation in all aspects and elevate the relationship between our nations to a new level," he added.
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Indian kidnapped while collecting grass near border returned by Bangladesh
Bangladesh authorities handed over an Indian man who had allegedly been kidnapped near the border by Bangladeshi nationals on Tuesday. The man, a resident of a border village in Assam, had been missing after he went to collect grass along the border earlier in the day. "They hit me on the head with rods," the man said after returning.
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11:03 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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Bangladesh authorities handed over an Indian man who had allegedly been kidnapped near the border by Bangladeshi nationals on Tuesday. The man, a resident of a border village in Assam, had been missing after he went to collect grass along the border earlier in the day. "They hit me on the head with rods," the man said after returning.
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11:03 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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Sensex, Nifty extend gains for fourth straight day
The Indian benchmark indices were trading in the green on Wednesday, extending gains for the fourth consecutive session. The Sensex rose over 250 points to trade at 77,050, while the Nifty 50 gained 55 points to move above 24,000. This came after a peace deal between the US and Iran was announced, and oil prices fell below $80 per barrel.
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11:28 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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The Indian benchmark indices were trading in the green on Wednesday, extending gains for the fourth consecutive session. The Sensex rose over 250 points to trade at 77,050, while the Nifty 50 gained 55 points to move above 24,000. This came after a peace deal between the US and Iran was announced, and oil prices fell below $80 per barrel.
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11:28 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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Elon Musk's Grok AI helped strike 2,000 Iran targets in 96 hours, says US
Elon Musk's Grok AI helped US forces strike 2,000 targets in Iran within 96 hours during Operation Epic Fury, a court filing by Pentagon AI chief Cameron Stanley has revealed. Grok aided targeting through Palantir's Maven Smart Systems, which directed over 2,000 munitions. The disclosure came as the government defended xAI's data-centre turbines in an environmental lawsuit.
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11:18 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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Elon Musk's Grok AI helped US forces strike 2,000 targets in Iran within 96 hours during Operation Epic Fury, a court filing by Pentagon AI chief Cameron Stanley has revealed. Grok aided targeting through Palantir's Maven Smart Systems, which directed over 2,000 munitions. The disclosure came as the government defended xAI's data-centre turbines in an environmental lawsuit.
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11:18 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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Telegram approaches Delhi High Court against govt's ban order
After the government announced that messaging app Telegram will be banned in India for the NEET UG re-examination on June 21, the platform has approached Delhi High Court against the decision. Earlier, Telegram CEO Pavel Durov condemned the ban, saying, "The ban hasn't stopped anything. The leaks just moved to other apps."
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11:43 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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After the government announced that messaging app Telegram will be banned in India for the NEET UG re-examination on June 21, the platform has approached Delhi High Court against the decision. Earlier, Telegram CEO Pavel Durov condemned the ban, saying, "The ban hasn't stopped anything. The leaks just moved to other apps."
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Indian Army helps Indian govt, why so much fuss: BJP on Army securing NEET papers
BJP National General Secretary (Org) BL Santhosh hit back at the Opposition, which criticised the Centre for deploying the Indian Armed Forces to secure and transport NEET re-examination question papers. "Army helps in Corona management...natural disasters...law and order situations...Indian Army helps the Indian government for the good of Indian people. Why so much fuss..!!!" he said.
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11:40 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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BJP National General Secretary (Org) BL Santhosh hit back at the Opposition, which criticised the Centre for deploying the Indian Armed Forces to secure and transport NEET re-examination question papers. "Army helps in Corona management...natural disasters...law and order situations...Indian Army helps the Indian government for the good of Indian people. Why so much fuss..!!!" he said.
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Rs 2,000 Uber fare from Jewar Airport to Saket sparks debate
An X user's screenshot showing Uber fares over Rs 2,000 from Noida's new Jewar International Airport to Saket, Delhi went viral. Many online defended the price as reasonable for the ~80 km distance. Jewar Airport began flight operations on June 15, becoming NCR's second international airport after IGI Delhi.
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11:37 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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An X user's screenshot showing Uber fares over Rs 2,000 from Noida's new Jewar International Airport to Saket, Delhi went viral. Many online defended the price as reasonable for the ~80 km distance. Jewar Airport began flight operations on June 15, becoming NCR's second international airport after IGI Delhi.
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World suffers from shortage of trust, not resources: PM Modi at G7
Speaking at the G7 summit, PM Narendra Modi said the world today suffers from a shortage of trust, not resources, and the future of partnerships depends on rebuilding this trust. He added that maritime routes must remain secure and seafarers should function without fear. The statement comes after a US attack on vessels in Gulf of Oman killed three Indians.
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11:57 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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Speaking at the G7 summit, PM Narendra Modi said the world today suffers from a shortage of trust, not resources, and the future of partnerships depends on rebuilding this trust. He added that maritime routes must remain secure and seafarers should function without fear. The statement comes after a US attack on vessels in Gulf of Oman killed three Indians.
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Why are Sena(UBT) MPs unhappy with Uddhav Thackeray & looking to join Shinde?
Several MPs from Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) are reportedly in talks to join NDA ally and Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde's faction. Sources told NDTV that the MPs were unhappy over limited access to Uddhav and Aaditya Thackeray, lack of visits to their constituencies, and irregular internal meetings. They claimed requests for funds and organisational backing were not addressed.
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11:56 am Wednesday, 17 June 2026
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Several MPs from Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) are reportedly in talks to join NDA ally and Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde's faction. Sources told NDTV that the MPs were unhappy over limited access to Uddhav and Aaditya Thackeray, lack of visits to their constituencies, and irregular internal meetings. They claimed requests for funds and organisational backing were not addressed.
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