Russia-Ukraine live updates | U.S. to hold Russia accountable for crimes
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Here are the latest developments from the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict
Russian forces were attempting to extend and consolidate their hold on Ukraine’s industrial city of Sievierodonetsk on June 2, edging closer to claiming a big prize in their offensive in the eastern Donbas region.
Meanwhile, Sweden announced additional aid of one billion kronor ($102 million, 95 million euros) to Ukraine, consisting of both financial aid and military equipment including anti-ship missiles and anti-tank launchers.
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Russia‘s Pacific Fleet launched a week-long series of exercises with more than 40 ships and up to 20 aircraft taking part, Russian news agencies quoted the Defence Ministry as saying.
The Ministry statement said the exercises, taking place from June 3-10, would involve, among other matters, “groups of ships together with naval aviation taking part in search operations for (enemy) submarines”. - Reuters
The United States and its allies are vowing to hold Russia accountable for crimes committed by its forces since they invaded Ukraine on February 24.
U.S. Undersecretary of State Uzra Zeya told a U.N. Security Council meeting on Thursday on strengthening accountability and justice for serious violations of international law that in nearly 100 days the world has seen Russian forces bomb maternity hospitals, train stations, apartment buildings, and homes and even kill civilians cycling down the street. - AP
Three doctors were arrested by the Mico Layout traffic police on Monday (March 23) after a video allegedly showing them triple-riding without helmets with one of the pillion riders seen drinking from a bottle went viral on social media.
Assembly protest ends in arrests as BJP targets Government over guarantees
Andhra Pradesh accelerates city gas distribution with streamlined approvals, enhancing access to cleaner energy and supporting sustainable urban development.
Sattankulam father-son custodial deaths case: Trial court convicts all nine accused police personnel
Nine police personnel convicted in Sattankulam custodial deaths; sentencing to be announced on March 30.
Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar supports local protests against a solid waste management plant in Turmuri, addressing residents' concerns.
Sattankulam father-son custodial deaths case: Trial court convicts all nine accused police personnel
Nine police personnel convicted in Sattankulam custodial deaths; sentencing to be announced on March 30.
Erode district conducts first EVM randomisation for April 23 Assembly elections, ensuring transparency and fairness in allocation.
TNCC conducts public consultation in Erode to gather community input for its upcoming election manifesto.
CID to investigate sexual assault allegations against suspended Moodbidri Police Inspector P.G. Sandesh, reveals Home Minister Parameshwara.
A 50-year-old woman was found dead in southwest Bengaluru’s Kengeri in the early hours of Monday, the police said.
Papanasam dam's water level reaches 66.15 feet, with inflow at 76 cusecs and discharge at 300 cusecs.
Development without impact: Coastal residents of Kanniyakumari and Nagercoil constituencies voice discontent
Rampant encroachments in Tiruchi threaten pedestrian safety and traffic flow, undermining smart pavement initiatives and exacerbating congestion.