Amid political tensions in Telangana, Pawan Kalyan struck a conciliatory tone during his visit to Niranjan, a teenager battling a rare disease. He publicly thanked Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, the Telangana government, and the police department for their support, emphasizing humanity and cooperation over politics.

TRS Chief Kavitha strongly criticized Chief Minister Revanth Reddy over the reported proposal to name a road “Donald Trump Avenue” in Hyderabad. Questioning Trump’s contribution to Telangana, she called the move an insult to local icons and accused the government of seeking publicity instead of preserving the state's identity.

Telegram has moved the Delhi High Court against the Centre's decision to temporarily ban the platform ahead of the NEET UG re-test on June 21. The matter was mentioned before Justice Tejas Karia, who agreed to hear it today, setting the stage for a crucial legal battle.

Tensions are rising again in the Middle East as Iran accused Israel of violating the Lebanon truce 84 times since the agreement was reached. After four people were killed in southern Lebanon, Tehran warned of a harsh response, while Donald Trump urged Benjamin Netanyahu to act more responsibly.

Telegram founder Pavel Durov criticized India's temporary ban on the platform, saying it punished over 150 million users without stopping exam leaks. Reacting to restrictions ahead of the NEET re exam, Durov argued that leak networks simply shifted to other apps, making the ban ineffective.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump briefly interacted after the G7 family photo in France, marking their first public appearance together in months. The leaders exchanged greetings amid discussions on global conflicts, economic challenges, and key geopolitical developments at the summit.

The TG20 League 2026 is set to begin on June 21 with eight teams competing across Telangana. Vijay Deverakonda has been named brand ambassador, while Srinidhi University comes on board as title sponsor. The winning team will receive Rs 1 crore in prize money.

Keerthana (25), a software employee from Warangal's Kashibugga, died by suicide after reportedly struggling with severe work-related stress. Working for a company in Delhi, she had returned home three months ago for treatment. She was undergoing psychiatric care and was found dead at home while her parents were away.

A US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California. Officials said the aircraft, carrying eight people on a routine test mission, was involved in a crash deemed “not survivable.” An investigation is underway into the deadly incident.

Rumors are rife about Mahesh Babu teaming up with Sandeep Vanga after Varanasi in Asian Cinemas Production. Previously, they were supposed to do Devil for the same production but it did not happen. Asian gave advances to both but as of now, there is nothing concrete about both of them teaming up and doing a film after Varanasi for Asian.

The producer of Jana Nayagan is heading to New Delhi to pursue CBFC clearance and ensure the film’s theatrical release. According to Tiruppur Subramaniam, the team remains committed to releasing the film and has assured distributors of refunds if the release does not materialize.

The Telangana government has decided to rename the road beside the US Consulate in Hyderabad as ‘Donald Trump Avenue’ on June 23. The move is part of a broader initiative to name major city roads after global leaders and corporations, aiming to boost international recognition and reflect Hyderabad’s growing global identity.

The Telangana government has approved HYDRAA’s request for 140 additional vehicles and disaster response equipment, including Scorpios, bikes, and DRF trucks. These resources will strengthen field operations, emergency response, and disaster management as HYDRAA expands its services across Hyderabad, enhancing urban safety and rapid response capabilities in critical situations.

Actress Simran met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay with her family after years of sharing screen space. She praised his warmth, humility, and inspiring vision for the state’s progress. The heartfelt reunion post highlighted nostalgia, admiration, and respect, sparking attention on social media.

Indian LNG tanker Disha has crossed the Strait of Hormuz becoming the first vessel to pass through the strategic waterway after a recent truce. The passage signals easing tensions and improved maritime stability in the region for energy trade routes.

Abhijit Deepak, founder of the satirical Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), was allegedly attacked during a protest in Jaipur demanding the resignation of the Union Education Minister over NEET paper leak allegations. The incident occurred amid demonstrations across cities, with videos of the assault going viral on social media. Police have begun investigating the case.

Madras High Court has rejected appeals filed by creditors of Gautam Vasudev Menon, upholding a single judge order that enables the release of Dhruva Natchathiram. The bench dismissed petitions filed by K Prem Kumar and K Punniyamoorthy, removing a major legal hurdle.

Television actress Sanchita Ugale, known for her role in Kumkum Bhagya, has reportedly died by suicide near Mumbai. The 30-year-old actor’s sudden death has shocked the television industry and fans. Police are investigating the circumstances, while colleagues express deep grief over the heartbreaking and unexpected loss.

Several Stanford students walked out during Google CEO Sundar Pichai’s commencement address, protesting the company’s cloud contract with the Israeli government. The demonstration, part of planned student activism, highlighted concerns over Project Nimbus. Despite the disruption, Pichai continued his speech, addressing graduates without responding to the protest inside the stadium.

Peddi is showing no signs of slowing down at the box office. The film has reportedly crossed a massive Rs 393 crore gross worldwide within just 11 days. Even in its second week, the movie continues to attract strong crowds across regions. With solid word of mouth and repeat audiences, Peddi is emerging as one of the biggest commercial hits of the year.