June 18, 2026 6:20 PM

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Mizoram Assembly members cast votes in Rajya Sabha election

Altogether 36 out of 40 members in the Mizoram assembly cast their votes in the election to the lone Rajya Sabha seat today. An official said that voting began at the Assembly premises at 9 am under tight security, and although it was scheduled to end at 4 pm, legislators completed casting their bal...

June 18, 2026 6:14 PM

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Global crude oil prices decline; Brent crude slips 1.1%

Global crude oil prices declined today. Brent crude slipped 1.1 per cent to 78 US dollars and 67 cents per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude lost 1.7 per cent to 75 US dollars and 46 cents per barrel, at the time of the last report.

June 18, 2026 6:07 PM

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UAE approves new rules barring children under 15 from using social media

The UAE has approved a major new regulation setting the minimum age for social media use at 15 years, a sweeping move aimed at strengthening child protection in the digital space. The decision was taken by the UAE Cabinet, chaired by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.   Under the resolution, chi...

June 18, 2026 5:56 PM

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Government records substantial growth in scholarship coverage for SC students

The Government recorded substantial growth in the coverage and delivery of scholarship benefits to eligible Scheduled Caste (SC) students during the current financial year.   The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment said that under the Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for SC Students, the centre...

June 18, 2026 5:17 PM

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PM Modi meets Saint-Gobain Chairman and CEO Benoit Bazin in Paris

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Chairman and CEO of Saint Gobain, Benoit Bazin in Paris today. The discussions focused on opportunities in the materials and construction sector, with a particular emphasis on sustainability.   Mr Modi said in a social media post that Saint-Gobain’s strong prese...