Taylor Swift has achieved another major milestone in her music career as her latest single, I Knew It, I Knew You, shattered streaming records across Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music within hours of its release. The song, featured in the upcoming animated film Toy Story 5, has generated immense excitement among fans and music listeners worldwide. Spotify announced that the track became the most-streamed country song by a female artist in a single day in the platform’s history. Apple Music reported that it set a new record for the biggest first-day streaming debut for a soundtrack single while also…
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has defended India’s right to pursue an independent foreign policy, stating that external pressure on Prime Minister Narendra Modi to reduce ties with Russia would be harmful to global stability and international relations. Speaking at a press conference, Putin described India as a reliable strategic partner and emphasized that a country of India’s size and economic strength would always prioritize its national interests. His remarks come amid continued concerns in Western capitals over India’s close engagement with Russia, particularly in the energy sector following the Ukraine conflict. Several Western nations, including the United States, have urged…
Indian Grandmaster M. Praggnanandhaa produced a stunning comeback to win the Norway Chess 2026 title, capping off the tournament with an extraordinary streak of four consecutive classical victories. The 20-year-old secured the championship by defeating Germany’s Vincent Keymer in the final round, finishing ahead of a strong field that included Magnus Carlsen, Alireza Firouzja, and reigning World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju. Praggnanandhaa’s triumph is remarkable considering his position midway through the tournament. After a loss to Wesley So in Round 6, he found himself at the bottom of the standings and 5.5 points behind the leader. However, he responded with a…
Shreyas Iyer is on the verge of completing a remarkable comeback in Indian cricket, with his appointment as India’s new T20I captain expected to be officially announced soon. After spending nearly 30 months out of the national T20 setup, Iyer has rebuilt his credentials through consistent performances and impressive leadership in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The right-handed batter has been among the most reliable performers in the IPL over the last two seasons, scoring more than 600 runs last year and nearly 500 this season. His leadership of Punjab Kings has further strengthened his case, earning praise for guiding…
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has reported a series of coordinated cyberattacks on its post-result services portal, prompting the Delhi Police to register an FIR and launch an investigation. The attacks occurred just days before the closure of the verification and revaluation window for Class XII students, a crucial period for lakhs of candidates seeking post-examination services. According to CBSE, the portal, launched on June 2, 2026, to facilitate answer sheet verification, photocopy requests, and revaluation applications, came under repeated cyberattacks over a three-day period. The attacks reportedly involved large volumes of malicious traffic originating from multiple IP…
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah visited the Border Security Force’s (BSF) Lankamura Border Outpost in Tripura, where he interacted with personnel and reviewed security arrangements along the India-Bangladesh border. The visit coincided with World Environment Day and included a tree plantation drive in Agartala, where Shah planted an agarwood sapling and emphasized the importance of environmental conservation. Addressing BSF personnel and officials, Shah praised the dedication and sacrifices of border guards and reiterated the government’s commitment to improving their living and working conditions. He highlighted initiatives undertaken by the Modi government to modernize border infrastructure, including improved housing,…
India and Venezuela have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral energy cooperation as Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri held talks with Venezuela’s Acting President Delcy Eloína Rodríguez Gómez in New Delhi on June 4, 2026. The meeting was attended by senior officials from the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas and heads of major public sector oil companies. During the discussions, both sides explored opportunities to build a long-term and resilient energy partnership. Minister Puri emphasized the longstanding friendship between India and Venezuela and reiterated India’s support for Venezuela’s energy sector revival. He stated that…
India marked a major step in its clean energy transition with the launch of E85 fuel at 48 retail outlets of public sector Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) on World Environment Day 2026. Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri inaugurated the initiative at an IndianOil outlet in New Delhi, describing it as a significant milestone in strengthening India’s energy security, supporting farmers, and reducing dependence on imported crude oil. E85 is a high-ethanol blended fuel containing 80–85% ethanol and 14–19% petrol, designed specifically for flex-fuel vehicles (FFVs). These vehicles can operate on ethanol blends ranging from E20 to…
India’s T20 World Cup-winning captain Suryakumar Yadav has reportedly been removed as captain of the national T20 side and is unlikely to feature in future selections as the team prepares for upcoming tours of Ireland and England. According to reports, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), in consultation with the selection committee, team management, and head coach Gautam Gambhir, has decided to appoint a new captain for the next T20I cycle. The move comes just three months after Suryakumar led India to their third T20 World Cup title. While India achieved success under his leadership, concerns over…
Round eight of Norway Chess 2026 delivered major surprises as Indian Grandmaster Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu defeated world number one Magnus Carlsen in a classical game, while Alireza Firouzja overcame reigning World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju. The dramatic results tightened the race for the tournament title. Despite making only a classical draw against Vincent Keymer, American Grandmaster Wesley So retained the tournament lead by winning the Armageddon tiebreak. However, his advantage narrowed as both Praggnanandhaa and Firouzja moved within striking distance of the top spot. Praggnanandhaa secured his second classical victory over Carlsen in the tournament, a rare achievement against the Norwegian legend.…