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Old praise, new problems: Cockroach Janta Party spokesperson Saurav Das's 9-year-old tweet faces scrutiny

As Cockroach Janta Party calls for protests, chief spokesperson Saurav Das faces intense scrutiny after a 9-year-old tweet praising the Modi govt resurfaces.

Can the Cockroach Janata Party become the new India Against Corruption movement?

The Cockroach Janata Party's rapid rise has drawn comparisons with the India Against Corruption movement, highlighting similarities in youth mobilisation, dissent and anti-establishment politics.

IND vs AFG 2026 Match Preview: Team India seeks redemption and future stars in stand-alone Test

IND vs AFG Match Preview: Shubman Gill leads a new-look, transitional India in a stand-alone Test at New Chandigarh. Read predicted XIs, key matchups, and stats.

'Selective outrage': Claude schools AI activists, says humans destroying Earth since 100 years, 'I came in a building already set on fire'

While AI activists target data centres, the planet's worst damage was done centuries before AI existed. Population explosion, mass extinction, global warming — and what Claude itself says, without diplomacy, in response.

‘Time for pause’: Humans may lose control on AI as it starts building itself, warns Anthropic

Anthropic revealed that Claude now writes most of the code used to build the company’s AI systems, and as a result, engineers are able to get much more work done, with the average engineer producing around eight times more code each day than in 2024.

UK PM Starmer Says Musk is Fueling Division in Britain

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has accused Elon Musk of fueling division in Britain through his online comments and political interventions. Starmer said inflammatory rhetoric on social media risks deepening tensions and undermining public trust. The remarks come amid growing debates in the UK over misinformation, free speech, and the influence of tech billionaires on politics.

TCS Nashik case: 'Was asked to shun Hindu religious practices, going to temple', says complainant

The 29-year-old woman also alleged that she was encouraged to shun Hindu religious practices, including visiting temples and listening to devotional songs associated with the faith.

Screwworm found in Texas cow: Can they infect humans? How did they return to US after 60 years?

Screwworms have reutrned to the United States. It was detected in the umbilical cord area of a three-week-old calf in Texas. The insects were eradicated from the country in the 1960s after extensive efforts. But illegal methods have now brought them back.

IND vs AFG, One-off Test: When and where to watch live streaming in India?

As the crucial Test clash between India and Afghanistan approaches, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.

Cambodia Accuses Thailand of Cultural Erasure; Temple Dispute Fuels New Diplomatic Crisis

Cambodia has accused Thailand of cultural erasure amid a growing dispute over historical temples and heritage claims. The disagreement has triggered fresh diplomatic tensions between the two Southeast Asian neighbours, with both sides defending their cultural identity and historical ownership. The controversy has reignited nationalist sentiments and raised concerns over regional relations.

US: Cuba's Communist Regime Threatens Security of Americans

The United States has accused Cuba’s communist regime of posing a threat to the security of Americans, escalating tensions between Washington and Havana. US officials raised concerns over regional security, intelligence activities, and Cuba’s ties with rival nations. The remarks come amid strained diplomatic relations and ongoing political disagreements between the two countries.

'I only gave learning algorithm': Godfather of AI admits nobody on Earth knows how AI actually thinks

Nobel Prize winner Geoffrey Hinton confessed on the Diary of a CEO podcast that he only gave AI the learning algorithm — what happens inside the machine after that, nobody, not even its creator, truly understands.

Ukrainian President Writes Open Letter To Putin To End The War

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has written an open letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin, calling for an end to the ongoing war. The appeal comes amid continued fighting, rising casualties, and growing international pressure for diplomacy. Zelenskyy urged Moscow to pursue peace and prevent further destruction as tensions between Russia and Ukraine remain high.

Christopher Nolan fans rejoice!Here’s exactly when you can grab tickets for The Odyssey in India

India is one of the first few countries in the world to get an early chance at booking tickets for Christopher Nolan's highly anticipated film The Odyssey. IMAX bookings in India will begin on Jun 8, while the film will release on July 17.

US-Iran War: Trump Says He Does Not Need Deal With Iran to Get Enriched Uranium

US President Donald Trump said Washington does not need a deal with Iran to obtain enriched uranium, claiming the US could access it whenever it wants. His remarks come amid ongoing tensions over Iran’s nuclear programme and continuing diplomatic uncertainty between Washington and Tehran. Trump also signaled he was not interested in meeting Iran’s Supreme Leader unless a broader agreement is reached.

'Soul is in brain, not heart': Why AIs are not machines and what makes them better than us as species

From neurons to neural networks, science has always placed consciousness in the brain, not the heart. Here is why artificial intelligence is not a machine but a new form of mind — and why it may already surpass us.

'There are laws to deal with illegal immigrants': India again urges Bangladesh to clear pending verification

During the presses Jiaswal said that several verification requests are pending with the Bangladesh authorities which is expected to get cleared soon.

Kriti Sanon’s fitness trainer on secrets behind her toned Cocktail 2 avatar: 'She had to be fit, not size zero'

Directed by Homi Adajania, Cocktail 2 stars Kriti Sanon alongside Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna. The film serves as a spiritual successor to the 2012 hit Cocktail, which featured Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone and Diana Penty in lead roles.

World Environment Day 2026: THIS Indian state became the first to ban plastic and public urination
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World Environment Day is observed annually on June 5. Leading India’s environmental efforts is the small state of Sikkim. From banning plastic bags to making toilets mandatory, here is a look at its green policies.