Paint peels off Reflecting Pool weeks after Trump's ₹130 crore renovation
A layer of blue paint was seen peeling off in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool weeks after US President Donald Trump announced the completion of the pool's renovation, according to reports. Recently, hydrogen peroxide was also poured into the pool to combat resurfacing algae. The renovation project worth over $14 million (around ₹130 crore) was completed through a no-bid contract.
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A layer of blue paint was seen peeling off in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool weeks after US President Donald Trump announced the completion of the pool's renovation, according to reports. Recently, hydrogen peroxide was also poured into the pool to combat resurfacing algae. The renovation project worth over $14 million (around ₹130 crore) was completed through a no-bid contract.
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Female Naxal who surrendered had climbed on Jamshedpur MP's chest to celebrate after killing him
Wanted Naxal Shakuntala Mahato, also known as 'Pushpa', 'Pari' and 'Barsha', who surrendered in Kolkata on Wednesday, was responsible for the murder of Jamshedpur MP Sunil Kumar Mahato in 2007. Mahato was attending a football match when Shakuntala and her aides launched an attack. After murdering him, Shakuntala climbed on his chest in a show of celebration.
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06:51 pm Friday, 19 June 2026
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Wanted Naxal Shakuntala Mahato, also known as 'Pushpa', 'Pari' and 'Barsha', who surrendered in Kolkata on Wednesday, was responsible for the murder of Jamshedpur MP Sunil Kumar Mahato in 2007. Mahato was attending a football match when Shakuntala and her aides launched an attack. After murdering him, Shakuntala climbed on his chest in a show of celebration.
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Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall and heatwave warning issued for several states, list released
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued heavy to extremely heavy rainfall warning for West Bengal, Sikkim, Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Kerala, Puducherry, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Odisha and Tamil Nadu for Saturday (June 20). Meanwhile, heatwave is very likely over parts of Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Goa, Maharashtra and Telangana.
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06:49 pm Friday, 19 June 2026
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued heavy to extremely heavy rainfall warning for West Bengal, Sikkim, Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Kerala, Puducherry, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Odisha and Tamil Nadu for Saturday (June 20). Meanwhile, heatwave is very likely over parts of Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Goa, Maharashtra and Telangana.
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Abuses aren't enough, they deserve to be kicked: Sanjay Raut on rebel MPs
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut slammed the rebel MPs reportedly in touch with Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, saying abuses alone aren't enough for them, they deserved to be kicked. He added that these members were "lying in the garbage, we picked them up from there and made them MPs". He added that rebel MPs sold themselves for ₹40–50 crore.
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07:14 pm Friday, 19 June 2026
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Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut slammed the rebel MPs reportedly in touch with Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, saying abuses alone aren't enough for them, they deserved to be kicked. He added that these members were "lying in the garbage, we picked them up from there and made them MPs". He added that rebel MPs sold themselves for ₹40–50 crore.
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Los Angeles declares January 6 as 'Diljit Dosanjh Day'
The Los Angeles City Council in the United States has declared 6 January as 'Diljit Dosanjh Day'. Announced by Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez, the resolution aims to celebrate Diljit's contributions to Punjabi music and to enhance South Asian representation in mainstream American culture. Diljit, in disbelief, said in a video, "My day? I'm speechless, actually. Thank you so much!"
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07:13 pm Friday, 19 June 2026
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The Los Angeles City Council in the United States has declared 6 January as 'Diljit Dosanjh Day'. Announced by Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez, the resolution aims to celebrate Diljit's contributions to Punjabi music and to enhance South Asian representation in mainstream American culture. Diljit, in disbelief, said in a video, "My day? I'm speechless, actually. Thank you so much!"
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07:13 pm Friday, 19 June 2026
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'Kala Hiran' producer claims he received 2nd death threat within 24 hours from Salman's fan
Amit Jani, the producer of 'Kala Hiran', has claimed that he received a second death threat within 24 hours, just hours after reporting an earlier threat to the police in Jodhpur. He said the latest caller claimed to be a Salman Khan fan. Earlier, he claimed he received death threat from a "Pakistani terrorist" who was siding with Salman.
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07:00 pm Friday, 19 June 2026
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Amit Jani, the producer of 'Kala Hiran', has claimed that he received a second death threat within 24 hours, just hours after reporting an earlier threat to the police in Jodhpur. He said the latest caller claimed to be a Salman Khan fan. Earlier, he claimed he received death threat from a "Pakistani terrorist" who was siding with Salman.
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All-female refereeing trio officiates men's FIFA World Cup match for 2nd time in history
An all-female on-field refereeing trio officiated a men's FIFA World Cup match for the second time in history during Czechia's clash against South Africa. US officials Tori Penso, Brooke Mayo and Kathryn Nesbitt took charge of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A match. The first such instance came in 2022, when Stephanie Frappart-led team officiated Germany-Costa Rica match.
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07:28 pm Friday, 19 June 2026
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An all-female on-field refereeing trio officiated a men's FIFA World Cup match for the second time in history during Czechia's clash against South Africa. US officials Tori Penso, Brooke Mayo and Kathryn Nesbitt took charge of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A match. The first such instance came in 2022, when Stephanie Frappart-led team officiated Germany-Costa Rica match.
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Why are India, China and Iraq holding billions in frozen assets belonging to Iran?
Assets worth billions of dollars belonging to Iran have remained frozen for decades, with multiple countries holding the keys to such assets. China holds the largest share, worth $20-50 billion, followed by Iraq ($15 billion) and India and South Korea ($7 billion each). The countries hold frozen assets as US sanctioned Iranian oil and forced banks to block oil-related payments.
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Assets worth billions of dollars belonging to Iran have remained frozen for decades, with multiple countries holding the keys to such assets. China holds the largest share, worth $20-50 billion, followed by Iraq ($15 billion) and India and South Korea ($7 billion each). The countries hold frozen assets as US sanctioned Iranian oil and forced banks to block oil-related payments.
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NTA to conduct mock drill on Saturday before Sunday's NEET re-exam
The National Testing Agency will hold a nationwide mock drill on Saturday to judge preparations for the NEET re-exam, scheduled for June 21, Sunday. The mock drill, which will involve 2.5 lakh personnel, will start at 9:00 am and go on till late evening. All stages of examination, from distributing exam papers to transporting answer sheets, will be carried out.
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07:26 pm Friday, 19 June 2026
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The National Testing Agency will hold a nationwide mock drill on Saturday to judge preparations for the NEET re-exam, scheduled for June 21, Sunday. The mock drill, which will involve 2.5 lakh personnel, will start at 9:00 am and go on till late evening. All stages of examination, from distributing exam papers to transporting answer sheets, will be carried out.
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India's Russian oil imports set to hit all-time high in June: Report
India's Russian oil imports are expected to hit a record high in June amid West Asia tensions, according to preliminary ship-tracking data from Kpler. India imported around 2.7 million barrels per day of Russian crude as of June 18, with full-month imports expected to exceed 2.35 million bpd. The surge was driven by continued discounts and steady refinery demand.
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07:22 pm Friday, 19 June 2026
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India's Russian oil imports are expected to hit a record high in June amid West Asia tensions, according to preliminary ship-tracking data from Kpler. India imported around 2.7 million barrels per day of Russian crude as of June 18, with full-month imports expected to exceed 2.35 million bpd. The surge was driven by continued discounts and steady refinery demand.
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Israel, Hezbollah agree to ceasefire
Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire set to begin at 4 pm local time on Friday, a senior US official told Reuters. The official added that negotiators for the US and Qataris worked out the deal with help from Iran. The agreement comes after a fresh exchange of fire between Israeli forces and Hezbollah earlier on Thursday.
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Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire set to begin at 4 pm local time on Friday, a senior US official told Reuters. The official added that negotiators for the US and Qataris worked out the deal with help from Iran. The agreement comes after a fresh exchange of fire between Israeli forces and Hezbollah earlier on Thursday.
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Achraf Hakimi, who is captaining Morocco in FIFA World Cup, to stand trial for rape
Achraf Hakimi, who is captaining Morocco in FIFA World Cup 2026, will stand trial in France over a rape allegation after French prosecutors confirmed proceedings against him. A woman had accused the PSG defender of raping her at his home in Paris in 2023. Hakimi has denied the accusation and said he is awaiting trial to speak.
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07:38 pm Friday, 19 June 2026
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Achraf Hakimi, who is captaining Morocco in FIFA World Cup 2026, will stand trial in France over a rape allegation after French prosecutors confirmed proceedings against him. A woman had accused the PSG defender of raping her at his home in Paris in 2023. Hakimi has denied the accusation and said he is awaiting trial to speak.
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Iran asks ships to submit requests to cross Strait of Hormuz 2 days in advance
The Iran-controlled Persian Gulf Strait Authority has directed tankers and ships to submit requests to pass through the Strait of Hormuz two days in advance. The body noted that it won't collect tariffs from any ships using the waterway for 60 days. It also asked ships to coordinate a designated route to avoid coming in contact with sea mines.
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07:53 pm Friday, 19 June 2026
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The Iran-controlled Persian Gulf Strait Authority has directed tankers and ships to submit requests to pass through the Strait of Hormuz two days in advance. The body noted that it won't collect tariffs from any ships using the waterway for 60 days. It also asked ships to coordinate a designated route to avoid coming in contact with sea mines.
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Woman goes into labour on train, nurse & railway staff help deliver baby
A baby was born safely aboard the Avadh Assam Express after a pregnant woman went into labour during the journey. A nurse travelling on the train, along with railway staff, helped in the delivery, and the woman successfully delivered the baby onboard. Reports said the baby was born premature, adding that both mother and baby are in stable condition.
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07:47 pm Friday, 19 June 2026
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A baby was born safely aboard the Avadh Assam Express after a pregnant woman went into labour during the journey. A nurse travelling on the train, along with railway staff, helped in the delivery, and the woman successfully delivered the baby onboard. Reports said the baby was born premature, adding that both mother and baby are in stable condition.
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What are the key takeaways from Jio's IPO filing?
Jio Platforms has filed draft papers for what could be India's largest-ever IPO. According to the papers, its FY26 revenue rose 14.6% YoY to ₹1.47 lakh crore, while its profit after tax was ₹30,049 crore. Jio plans to use IPO proceeds to repay nearly ₹27,500 crore of debt and sees significant room for ARPU (average revenue per user) growth.
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08:04 pm Friday, 19 June 2026
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Jio Platforms has filed draft papers for what could be India's largest-ever IPO. According to the papers, its FY26 revenue rose 14.6% YoY to ₹1.47 lakh crore, while its profit after tax was ₹30,049 crore. Jio plans to use IPO proceeds to repay nearly ₹27,500 crore of debt and sees significant room for ARPU (average revenue per user) growth.
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Spain footballer denied entry to team hotel in US after security fails to recognise him
Spain forward Borja Iglesias was stopped from entering the team's hotel in US' Chattanooga after a security guard failed to recognise him and asked for a pass. The Celta Vigo player had stepped out on Spain's day off after not featuring against Cape Verde. Fans identified him before he called team staff and the situation was resolved.
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08:02 pm Friday, 19 June 2026
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Spain forward Borja Iglesias was stopped from entering the team's hotel in US' Chattanooga after a security guard failed to recognise him and asked for a pass. The Celta Vigo player had stepped out on Spain's day off after not featuring against Cape Verde. Fans identified him before he called team staff and the situation was resolved.
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Stalin wishes Rahul on b'day; his reply suggests bid to mend DMK-Congress ties
Amid a rift after Congress backed TVK in Tamil Nadu, DMK's MK Stalin extended short birthday wish to Rahul Gandhi, saying, "Birthday greetings...Wishing you good health and happiness." Rahul thanked him and, in what appears to be a bid to mend ties, said, "Our shared resolve to defend Constitution...will continue...this is...fight for...soul of our democracy, and we'll wage it together."
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08:24 pm Friday, 19 June 2026
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Amid a rift after Congress backed TVK in Tamil Nadu, DMK's MK Stalin extended short birthday wish to Rahul Gandhi, saying, "Birthday greetings...Wishing you good health and happiness." Rahul thanked him and, in what appears to be a bid to mend ties, said, "Our shared resolve to defend Constitution...will continue...this is...fight for...soul of our democracy, and we'll wage it together."
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Video showing 1st AC compartment of Mumbai-Bengaluru Vande Bharat sleeper train released
The BJP released a video showing the first AC compartment of the new Vande Bharat sleeper train between Mumbai and Bengaluru. The clip shows the compartment having a cleaner layout, improved lighting, premium finishing and better toilets to give a luxurious feeling. Unlike chair cars in Vande Bharat trains, the sleeper compartment is designed for comfort of overnight travellers.
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The BJP released a video showing the first AC compartment of the new Vande Bharat sleeper train between Mumbai and Bengaluru. The clip shows the compartment having a cleaner layout, improved lighting, premium finishing and better toilets to give a luxurious feeling. Unlike chair cars in Vande Bharat trains, the sleeper compartment is designed for comfort of overnight travellers.
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Reliance to turn Jamnagar complex into world's 1st fully autonomous refinery
Reliance Industries is moving towards operating its Jamnagar complex as the world's first fully autonomous refinery, said Executive Director Anant Ambani. "Our proprietary AI-driven feedstock optimisation tool now helps select the most efficient crude blends," he stated. He added that an in-house digital logistics platform and smart contract execution tools also power the refinery.
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08:21 pm Friday, 19 June 2026
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Reliance Industries is moving towards operating its Jamnagar complex as the world's first fully autonomous refinery, said Executive Director Anant Ambani. "Our proprietary AI-driven feedstock optimisation tool now helps select the most efficient crude blends," he stated. He added that an in-house digital logistics platform and smart contract execution tools also power the refinery.
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5 NCP (SP) MPs may join Sunetra Pawar-led faction: NCP MLA Atram
NCP MLA Dharamrao Atram claimed that five MPs from the Sharad Pawar-led NCP (SP) may join the NCP faction by December 12. "People have trust in the leadership of [Maharashtra Deputy CM] Sunetra Pawar and they've realised that to bring development...they need to come to us." he said. His remarks came amid speculation over a split in Shiv Sena (UBT).
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08:16 pm Friday, 19 June 2026
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NCP MLA Dharamrao Atram claimed that five MPs from the Sharad Pawar-led NCP (SP) may join the NCP faction by December 12. "People have trust in the leadership of [Maharashtra Deputy CM] Sunetra Pawar and they've realised that to bring development...they need to come to us." he said. His remarks came amid speculation over a split in Shiv Sena (UBT).
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