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Experts warn of the detrimental effects on public health and the environment A recent study conducted by environmental scientists has revealed a concerning trend of rising pollution levels in urban areas across the globe. ...

Research shows how mindfulness practices can improve well-being A recent study published in the Journal of Psychology has shed light on the positive impact of meditation on mental health. The study, conducted over a span of two years, focused on the benefits of mindfulness practices in reducing stress and anxiety levels among participants. ...

Mumbai, Jun 18 (PTI) - Civic Official Reports The scenic Powai Lake in Mumbai overflowed on Wednesday morning following heavy rains in its catchment areas for the last two days, a civic official said. Its water is not potable and is used only for industrial purposes. ...

Axiom Space Delays Launch for NASA Evaluation New Delhi, Jun 18 (PTI) - Axiom Space announced on Wednesday that Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla's Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station has been postponed to June 22. This delay is to allow NASA to evaluate the operations on the orbital lab following recent repairs in the Russian section. ...

Several flights cancelled and airport closed due to volcanic eruption Several flights to the Indonesian resort island of Bali were cancelled and the airport in Maumere in East Nusa Tenggara province was closed due to the eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki, officials said on Wednesday (June 18, 2025). ...

India's Prime Minister rejects outside mediation in Kashmir conflict Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently conveyed to US President Donald Trump that India does not seek any external mediation in the Kashmir issue. ...

Dubai, Jun 18 (AP) - A human rights group based in Washington has reported that Israeli strikes have resulted in the deaths of at least 585 people in Iran, with 1,326 others wounded. The group, Human Rights Activists, identified 239 of the deceased as civilians and 126 as security personnel. ...

India-US discuss strong stance against terrorism New Delhi, June 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi informed US President Donald Trump that India will regard any act of terrorism, not as proxy actions, but as acts of war, stated Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Wednesday. ...

Strong Demand for Premium Residential Properties Continues New Delhi, Jun 18 (PTI) - Real estate major DLF Ltd has achieved a historic milestone by selling all 1,164 luxury apartments for approximately Rs 11,000 crore within just one week of launching its new housing project in Gurugram. ...

Tensions Rise as Hypersonic Missile Strike Triggers Military Confrontation Tel Aviv, June 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei declared that the "battle has begun" after Tehran launched a hypersonic missile at Israel. ...

Research Reveals Surprising Findings on Mindfulness Practices A groundbreaking study published today in the Journal of Psychology has shed light on the numerous benefits of meditation for mental health. ...

Legendary Hollywood Figures Recognized for Lifetime Achievements Last Updated: June 18, 2025, 07:55 IST ...

Israeli Forces Kill 51 Palestinians, Injure Over 200 in Gaza Strip Khan Younis, June 18: At least 51 Palestinians were killed and more than 200 wounded in the Gaza Strip while waiting for U.N. and commercial trucks to enter the territory with desperately needed food, according to Gaza's Health Ministry and a local hospital. ...

From Bollywood Marriages to Family Bonds Businessman and socialite Sunjay Kapur, once married to Bollywood star Karisma Kapoor, passed away at 53 on June 12. According to ANI, he suffered a heart attack after accidentally swallowing a bee during a polo match. ...

India's Stand Against Terrorism Reinforced at G7 Summit in Canada Reaffirming India's stand against terrorism, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged leaders of the G7 to galvanise global action against terrorism, emphasizing the need for strict action against those who "promote and support" it. ...

New High Commissioners to Be Appointed Following G7 Summit India and Canada have agreed to restore full diplomatic ties and appoint new high commissioners marking a significant thaw in strained relations following months of tension in the sideline of G7 Leaders’ Summit. ...

A controversial VA policy change, stemming from a Trump-era executive order, allows VA doctors to potentially refuse treatment to veterans based on political beliefs or marital status. Critics fear this could disproportionately affect female, LGBTQ+, and rural veterans. ...

President Trump Dismisses Intelligence Reports on Iran's Nuclear Activities Recent reports have surfaced revealing that US intelligence agencies had denied Iran's involvement in building a nuclear weapon, a claim that President Trump seemingly brushed off. ...

Global Peace, Prosperity, and Sustainability Key Focus of G7 Summit Kananaskis (Canada), Jun 18 (PTI) - Prime Minister Narendra Modi has left for Croatia, the third and final stop of his three-nation tour, after concluding his "productive" visit to Canada where he attended the G7 Summit. ...

Prime Ministers Modi and Carney agree on steps to strengthen bilateral ties Two years after a major rupture in ties, India and Canada have agreed to restore high commissioners in Delhi and Ottawa and discuss restarting talks for a trade agreement, visa services, and other dialogue mechanisms. ...

Key Meetings with Italian, South African, Brazilian, European Leaders Kananaskis (Canada), June 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) - Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral meetings with various international leaders on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Canada. ...

Stay Prepared with Aaj Ka Rashifal Every day is special and unique, bringing new challenges and opportunities. To navigate through the day ahead, read today's horoscope predictions. Aries will experience positivity, while Taurus should be cautious about financial matters. Gemini can make progress towards their goals. ...

Find Your Balance and Ask for Help Where Needed A conflict or chaotic situation has just ended, and Leo, are you not beaming from ear to ear? The task at hand now is not how to overcome a challenge, it is to learn to only focus on what you wish to energise and ask for help where you feel unsupported, stuck or disinterested. ...

Strengthening Global Partnerships Kananaskis [Canada], June 18 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in a flurry of high-level bilateral meetings with leaders from Mexico, South Korea, Australia, South Africa, France and Canada on the sidelines of the 51st G7 Summit in Kananaskis, reaffirming India's commitment to strengthening global partnerships ...

The National Testing Agency has announced the category-wise cut-off for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate 2025. Qualifying in NEET UG 2025 makes candidates eligible for counselling. Securing a seat requires clearing all counselling stages. Cut-offs have decreased across categories this year. The largest drop was seen in OBC candidates. ...