June 1, 2026 2:21 PM

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IMD warns of heavy rainfall and storm activity across multiple regions

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall over Gujarat Region, Kerala, Mahe, Lakshadweep, Nagaland, Manipur, Tripura, Odisha, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and West Madhya Pradesh today.   According to IMD, Madhya Maharashtra, Odisha and West Madhya Pradesh are expect...

June 1, 2026 1:47 PM

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PM Modi expresses grief over death of singer Suman Kalyanpur

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed anguish on the passing of the popular singer Suman Kalyanpur. In a social media post, Mr Modi said, Suman Kalyanpur's melodious voice and soulful renditions enriched the cultural world. He said, through her songs, Suman Kalyanpur created a special place amo...

June 1, 2026 2:20 PM

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West Bengal cabinet expands with induction of 35 new ministers

West Bengal cabinet was expanded today with the induction of 35 new ministers at a swearing-in ceremony held at Lok Bhavan in Kolkata. Governor RN Ravi administered the oath of office and secrecy to the new members of the Council of Ministers. The new ministers are representing different regions of ...

June 1, 2026 1:01 PM

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US, Iran carry out military strikes amid rising West Asia tensions

The United States and Iran exchanged military strikes over the weekend near the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz, marking a sharp escalation in hostilities between the two countries.   The US Central Command confirmed it carried out what it described as self-defence strikes on Iranian radar a...

June 1, 2026 12:55 PM

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GST collections rise 3.2% to over ₹1.94 lakh crore in May

Gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections rose 3.2 per cent to over one lakh 94 thousand crore rupees last month on improved supplies of goods and services and continued expansion of collection from imports. The gross GST collection in May last year was one lakh 88 thousand crore rupees. Gross ...

June 1, 2026 1:13 PM

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India storms into SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 semi-finals

In football, India has stormed into the semi-finals of the SAFF Women’s Championship 2026. The Indian team defeated defending champions Bangladesh 3-0 at Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Margao, Goa, yesterday to top Group B of the Championship.   Pyari Xaxa, Lynda Kom, and Malavika P scored ...

June 1, 2026 12:06 PM

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Tensions rise in West Asia after US conducts strikes in Iran

Tensions have flared once again in West Asia after United States strikes radar and drone control sites in Iran after Tehran shot down an American MQ-1 Predator drone this weekend. Iran acknowledged launching a retaliatory strike, while Kuwait said it was intercepting incoming drone and missile fire....