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THE HINDU · Sun, 21 Jun 2026

Number of patients in Bhiwandi food poisoning rises to 122

According to the police, several customers who had eaten food items at a local establishment on June 17 experienced stomachache and diarrhoea the following day and had to be rushed to hospitals

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Top Headlines

THE HINDU · Sun, 21 Jun 2026

No decision yet on low-alcohol beverages, says Liju

Tax cut on low-alcohol beverages: CPI(M) alleges it benefits liquor firms, govt rejects charges

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THE HINDU · Sun, 21 Jun 2026

Insuring the informal worker against the heat

‘Parametric’ schemes pay out when temperatures cross a threshold, but workers value the cash without taking the day off

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MINT · Sun, 21 Jun 2026

‘No locus standi on internal matters’: MEA on Pak President's ‘threat to Muslim sites in India’ remark

Pakistan's President Asif Ali Zardari expressed concern over alleged demolitions of historic Muslim sites in India, calling for an immediate halt to such actions. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs rejected his claims, asserting Pakistan has no standing to comment on India's internal matters.

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MINT · Sun, 21 Jun 2026

CJP supporters continue overnight sit-in at Jantar Mantar, Dipke urges students, parents to join today: ‘Go Pradhan Go’

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke has urged students and parents to join the protest at 9 am today, 21 June. On Saturday, the protesters remained at Jantar Mantar beyond the permitted time, with police making announcements asking them to end the demonstration.

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MINT · Sun, 21 Jun 2026

Happy International Yoga Day 2026: Best wishes to share with friends via WhatsApp, Facebook; Quotes for Instagram

On 21 June, International Day of Yoga promotes awareness of yoga's benefits for physical health, mental well-being, and spiritual growth. It encourages holistic approach to healthy living, unity among diverse cultures, and this year focuses on 'Yoga for Healthy Ageing' to support active lifestyles.

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Business & Markets

BUSINESS LINE · Sat, 20 Jun 2026

Crude Check: Oil futures remain weak

However, corrective rise possible

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MINT · Sat, 20 Jun 2026

Global markets rally after US-Iran MoU, Jefferies warns calm may be temporary

US-Iran MoU discussions have emerged at a politically challenging time for US President Donald Trump. Jefferies noted that recent polling data points to growing public dissatisfaction with the administration, particularly regarding economic issues

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Mumbai City

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HINDUSTAN TIMES · Sat, 20 Jun 2026

Nimbalkar murder case: After 20 years, court acquits all 9, including Padamsinh Patil

The prosecution had alleged that Patil (86) and the other accused were part of a conspiracy to eliminate Nimbalkar over a political rivalry, and that two of the accused carried out the killings.

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HINDUSTAN TIMES · Sat, 20 Jun 2026

‘Will step down if you don’t have trust’: Uddhav to Sena (UBT) workers

Thackeray was addressing thousands of party workers at the 60th anniversary of the Shiv Sena, founded by his father Bal Thackeray, at Shanmukhanand Hall on Friday

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World

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THE HINDU · Sun, 21 Jun 2026

Indian man jailed for over 5 years in U.K.-France people smuggling case

Jaskirat Singh was prosecuted by the U.K.'s Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) over his role in facilitating the illegal movement of non-British nationals between December 2024 and March 2026

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THE HINDU · Sat, 20 Jun 2026

Group of Seven | A platform for the globalised elite

The grouping of industrialised nations, founded in the 1970s, has weathered major geopolitical storms across the 20th and 21st centuries to remain a key forum for discussions and decision-making on global conflicts and economic challenges

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THE HINDU · Sun, 21 Jun 2026

West Asia war updates on June 20, 2026

Trump threatens to charge U.S. tolls in Hormuz strait if final Iran deal not reached in 60 days

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SBI — Your JV Business

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Banking — RBI, SEBI & Sector

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BUSINESS LINE · Sat, 20 Jun 2026

H P Singh and Roy Varghese elected as new members on board of Sa-Dhan

Following the elections, the board was reconstituted with K Paul Thomas, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of ESAF Small Finance Bank, as chairperson

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BUSINESS LINE · Sat, 20 Jun 2026

PhonePe wallet inactivity fee explained: No impact on UPI payments or bank accounts

PhonePe has clarified rules around dormant prepaid wallets after users raised concerns over inactivity charges. The company said wallet balances, UPI transactions and linked bank accounts follow separate systems with different operating rules

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BUSINESS LINE · Sat, 20 Jun 2026

RBI norms: How pushy product sales will become tougher

New RBI norms make consent, disclosures and suitability central to everyday customer protection

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Fintech — Competing With SBI

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MINT · Sat, 20 Jun 2026

Will ₹10 crore be enough to retire comfortably? Expert says ‘wrong approach’ | Use this simple formula to understand

Determining retirement needs requires calculating future monthly expenses, factoring in inflation, and estimating the necessary corpus. For example, a current expense of ₹70,000 may grow to ₹3 lakh in 30 years, necessitating a corpus of about ₹5.2 crore for adequate retirement funding.

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BUSINESS LINE · Sat, 20 Jun 2026

Turtlemint Fintech Solutions IPO: Should you subscribe?

Turtlemint Fintech Solutions has all the advantages that can accrue with scale, but given the weak financial track record, that remains a ‘show me’ story

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ECONOMIC TIMES · Sat, 20 Jun 2026

NSE's Rs 30,000 crore IPO set to spotlight exchange's dominance in Indian markets, dependence on options trading: Zerodha analysis

The National Stock Exchange's proposed initial public offering (IPO), expected to raise nearly Rs 30,000 crore through an offer-for-sale, could become India's largest-ever public issue, while also highlighting the exchange's dominant position in the country's capital markets and its heavy reliance on derivatives trading revenues, according to an analysis by Zerodha's Daily Brief.

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Mumbai Events & Outings

WINE & DINE Book Now
The Mentor. The Protégé. The Next Chapter — Chefs Manish Mehrotra × Himanshu Saini at Tresind Mumbai
📍 Trèsind Mumbai, Bandra Kurla Complex 📅 June 25, 2026 🕐 7:00 PM
★★★★★4.9 CROWDQuiet
💰 Rs 12,000 per person via Allevents.in
An exclusive one-night collaborative dinner uniting Indian Accent's Michelin-mentored Chef Manish Mehrotra with Tresind Studio's Chef Himanshu Saini (3 Michelin Stars, Dubai) and Chef Sarfaraz Ahmed at BKC's Tresind Mumbai. A strictly limited-cover modern Indian fine-dining event.
Fine DiningChef's TableMichelinClient EntertainmentBKC
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At Rs 12,000 per head, this is the city's finest client-entertainment option this season — intimate, prestigious, and a conversation-starter in boardrooms. Smart business-casual attire; book a table of four immediately as covers are extremely limited.
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CONCERT Available
Bismil Ki Mehfil — Main Hoon Sufi India
📍 Dome, NSCI SVP Stadium, Worli 📅 June 22, 2026 🕐 7:00 PM
★★★★☆4.2 CROWDModerate
💰 Rs 999 - Rs 3,500 via LiveFiesta / BookMyShow
Delhi-based modern Sufi artist Bismil (Mohd Asif) weaves Sufi qawwali, ghazals, and folk traditions into an immersive live concert at NSCI Dome, offering an emotional journey through love and devotion.
SufiGhazalLive MusicNSCI WorliMonsoon Evening
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NSCI Worli is a straightforward 20-minute drive from Nariman Point or BKC — no parking woes. Consider dinner at nearby Enigma (JW Marriott) or Fatty Bao Lower Parel before the show for a polished evening.
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Anandam: The Symphony of Devotion
📍 Jio World Convention Centre, BKC 📅 June 27, 2026 🕐 7:00 PM (Gates open 5:00 PM)
★★★★☆4.5 CROWDBusy
💰 Rs 3,799 onwards via District (Zomato)
India's biggest contemporary bhakti music concert brings together Shankar Mahadevan, Sonu Nigam, Shaan, Usha Uthup, and the Nandy Sisters for a 4-hour immersive spectacle of devotional music, live orchestration, and multi-sensory visuals at Jio World Convention Centre.
ConcertBhaktiShankar MahadevanSonu NigamJio World BKC
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Book premium-block seats via District — front sections fill first. Arrive by 6:15 PM to settle in; the Jio World Centre complex hosts Nara Thai and Gourmet Cellar for an excellent pre-show dinner.
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COMEDY Available
The Nation Wants To Know — Anuvab Pal Live at NCPA
📍 Experimental Theatre, NCPA, Nariman Point 📅 July 5, 2026 🕐 7:30 PM
★★★★☆4.3 CROWDModerate
💰 Rs 675 - Rs 750 (+ GST) via NCPA
Internationally acclaimed English-language stand-up comedian Anuvab Pal delivers a sharp, sophisticated 60-minute show at NCPA — dissecting modern India through wit, from British colonial hangovers and community quirks to digital disruption and absurd news headlines.
ComedyEnglish Stand-UpNCPANariman PointAnuvab Pal
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NCPA Experimental Theatre is perfectly sized for a small executive group — intimate, no bad seats. NCPA membership (recommended for regulars) unlocks priority booking and discounts. The NCPA café and nearby Gordon House Hotel are ideal for a quiet post-show drink.
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Ajay-Atul Live
📍 The Grand Theatre, NMACC, Jio World Centre, BKC 📅 July 10-11, 2026 🕐 6:30 PM onwards
★★★★★4.7 CROWDBusy
💰 Rs 2,000 - Rs 8,000 via NMACC
Legendary Marathi-Bollywood composer duo Ajay-Atul headline NMACC's Grand Theatre with a full live orchestra, star vocalists, and an iconic setlist spanning their celebrated film scores — a high-energy, emotionally charged musical evening.
ConcertAjay AtulNMACCLive OrchestraClient Entertainment
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NMACC Grand Theatre is Mumbai's most prestigious concert address — valet parking, corporate hospitality boxes, and impeccable service. Book upper-tier seats for best sound. Pair with dinner at Nita's Kitchen (in-venue) or Ziya at The Oberoi nearby.
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How to read: ★ Rating reflects editorial estimate based on lineup & past editions. 🔥 Book Now = sells out fast. ⚡ Filling Fast = limited seats. ✅ Available = comfortable booking window.