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BJP's Ramchander Rao objects to Owaisi's remarks on SIR process; calls it 'baseless'

Hyderabad (Telangana) | June 26, 2026 11:26:23 AM IST

BJP Telangana state president Ramchander Rao on Friday objected to AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi's claim that people would be included in the SIR process only if they possess BJP membership cards, calling it baseless. ... read..

"Why donation-thieving party still protecting big bandits": AAP's Sanjay Singh targets BJP over Ram Temple donation row

New Delhi | June 26, 2026 11:26:21 AM IST

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjay Singh on Friday launched a sharp attack on Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the alleged Ayodhya Ram Temple donation embezzlement case, asking why the donation-thieving party is "still protecting the big bandits." ... read..

Ex-Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim denies role in Taratala warehouse plan approval

Kolkata (West Bengal) | June 26, 2026 11:26:19 AM IST

Former Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim has dismissed allegations connecting him to the approval of the building plan for the under-construction warehouse that collapsed in Taratala on Wednesday, killing 14 people and leaving 19 injured. ... read..

Himachal: One killed, four injured after car plunges into gorge

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | June 26, 2026 11:26:16 AM IST

One person was killed, and four others were injured after a car veered off the road and plunged into a gorge near Jogni under the jurisdiction of Rampur Police Station in Shimla district on Friday, police said. ... read..

NCERT book cites Manusmriti to highlight respect for women in Vedic period

By Vishu Adhana New Delhi | June 26, 2026 11:26:11 AM IST

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has, in its newly introduced Class IX Social Science textbook, quoted a verse from the Manu-smriti to illustrate that women were accorded respect in the Vedic period, while also emphasising ... read..

"Resolve to walk on path of love": Mallikarjun Kharge extends Muharram greetings; remembers sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Husain

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | June 26, 2026 11:26:08 AM IST

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge extended his wishes on the occasion of Muharram on Friday, urging citizens to embrace the values of compassion and social justice. He highlighted the significance of the day as a moment to reflect on the historical sa ... read..

"Sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain continues to inspire many": PM Modi extends Muharram greetings

New Delhi | June 26, 2026 10:56:34 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended his greetings on the occasion of Muharram, saying the sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS) continues to inspire many people to remain steadfast in the pursuit of truth and justice. Taking to X, the Prime Mi ... read..

KMC suspends all construction in Kolkata till July 31 after Taratala incident

Kolkata (West Bengal) | June 26, 2026 10:56:29 AM IST

The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) has issued a public notice directing the suspension of all construction activities within its jurisdiction until July 31, or until further orders, following the collapse of an under-construction godown shed on Wedne ... read..

Bhopal: Police arrest a man for alleged murder over failure to establish same-sex relationship

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | June 26, 2026 10:56:27 AM IST

Madhya Pradesh Police cracked a month-old blind murder case reported in state capital Bhopal and arrested a man who allegedly killed a person after failing to establish a same-sex relationship with him, a police official said. ... read..

"Not satisfied with SIT investigation": Ayodhya priests demand strict action following FIR in alleged Ram Mandir donations embezzlement case

General News | June 26, 2026 10:56:21 AM IST

The registration of an FIR into the alleged misappropriation of Ram Mandir donations on Friday has sparked a range of reactions from Ayodhya's spiritual community. With the SIT now officially naming the accused, local priests from Ayodhya, while speaking ... read..

Chennai: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay flags off 'Start Run, Stop Drugs' anti-drug awareness run

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | June 26, 2026 10:56:19 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Friday flagged off the 'Start Run, Stop Drugs', an anti-drug awareness run on the occasion of the International Day Against Drug Abuse. ... read..

ED arrests prime accused Harpreet Talwar in 3000 kg Mundra port Heroin seizure case

New Delhi | June 26, 2026 10:56:17 AM IST

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested a Delhi resident, Harpreet Singh Talwar, during searches carried out at six premises in the national capital on June 24 and June 25 as part of its ongoing alleged money laundering investigation linked to the s ... read..

"Indira Gandhi handed over India's Katchatheevu Island to Sri Lanka as gift": Nishikant Dubey slams Congress over 1974 Katchatheevu deal

New Delhi | June 26, 2026 10:26:07 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party MP Nishikant Dubey on Friday slammed the Congress leadership, alleging that the 1974 Katchatheevu agreement with Sri Lanka was executed without the consent of Tamil Nadu, asserting that former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi handed ove ... read..

Congress targets H D Kumaraswamy's family over Bidadi township project, seeks answers on land and assets

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | June 26, 2026 10:26:05 AM IST

The Karnataka Congress on Friday stepped up its attack on the Janata Dal (Secular) leadership by launching a fresh poster campaign against Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy, JD(S) leader Nikhil Kumaraswamy and former MLA Anita Kumaraswamy, raising a series o ... read..

Businessman killed in targeted shooting in Odisha's Baleshwar district

Baleshwar (Odisha) | June 26, 2026 10:26:04 AM IST

A businessman was killed in a targeted shooting at Arada Bazar market in Baleshwar district, a major coastal city in Odisha. ... read..

"Strongest fight against global challenge of drug abuse": Amit Shah on International Day Against Drug Abuse

New Delhi | June 26, 2026 10:26:02 AM IST

Union Minister Amit Shah, on the occasion of the International Day Against Drug Abuse on Friday, underscored the government's unwavering resolve to protect the country's youth from the narcotics menace. The Minister stated that the government is dedicated ... read..

"Kejriwal effect," says Saurabh Bhardwaj; alleges FIR registered over Ram temple donation theft caseafter Kejriwal's arrival

General News | June 26, 2026 10:25:58 AM IST

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Delhi president Saurabh Bhardwaj on Friday alleged that an FIR in the alleged Ram temple donation theft case was registered only after the arrival of AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal in Ayodhya. ... read..

NIA chargesheets 11 accused in Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh offshoot terror conspiracy case

New Delhi | June 26, 2026 10:25:57 AM IST

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a chargesheet against 11 accused persons in connection with a terror conspiracy orchestrated by an offshoot of the proscribed Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) terrorist organisation. ... read..

Delhi Police bust interstate cyber gang using fake gas alerts, APK; 4 held

New Delhi | June 26, 2026 10:25:48 AM IST

The Cyber Police Station, South-West District, has cracked a sophisticated cyber fraud case involving an organised syndicate accused of cheating citizens through fake messages warning of gas connection disconnection, police said. ... read..

Two from Bihar held for house burglary in Palakkad, Keralam; 7.5 sovereigns gold stolen

Palakkad (Keralam) | June 26, 2026 9:55:55 AM IST

A two-member gang from Bihar, accused of carrying out a burglary in Palakkad, was arrested by the Hemambika Nagar Police following a coordinated operation. ... read..

"Where else can political criticism be made if not in Assembly?" says Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman

Kanchipuram (Tamil Nadu) | June 26, 2026 9:55:52 AM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, during her visit to Kanchipuram in Tamil Nadu, participated in the centenary silver jubilee celebrations of SSKV Educational Institutions and the book release of Pennin Perunthakka Yaavula. Speaking to the report ... read..

'No receipt or update from Trust': Sanjay Raut seeks probe into 'missing' 4-kg silver brick donated by Shiv Sena (UBT) for Ram Mandir

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | June 26, 2026 9:55:50 AM IST

Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) MP Sanjay Raut has raised questions over the alleged disappearance of a 4 kg silver brick donated by his party for the construction of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, demanding a detailed investigation and accountability ... read..

Union minister Shivraj singh Chouhan shares agricultural experience, urges farmers to adopt traditional farming methods

General News | June 26, 2026 9:26:10 AM IST

Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday shared his experience of transplanting paddy in a field in Ayodhya and highlighted traditional and sustainable farming practices being adopted there. ... read..

Shiv Sena MP Jyoti Waghmare moves NCW against Sanjay Raut, seeks criminal case over alleged abusive remarks

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | June 26, 2026 9:26:08 AM IST

Shiv Sena Rajya Sabha MP Jyoti Waghmare has approached the National Commission for Women (NCW) against UBT Sena MP Sanjay Raut, alleging that Raut has continuously used abusive language, obscene profanity, and public insult of women representatives. ... read..

Gujarat Police stopped drugs worth over Rs 13,600 crore in 5 years: DGP on International Day Against Drug Abuse

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | June 26, 2026 9:26:05 AM IST

Gujarat Police reported a major success in its ongoing battle against narcotics. Over the past five years, the state law enforcement has prevented illegal drugs valued at more than Rs 13,600 crore from reaching the youth of Gujarat and other states. ... read..

J-K: Operation Sheruwali enters Day 35 in Rajouri, search ops continue in Dorimal forests

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir) | June 26, 2026 9:26:02 AM IST

Operation Sheruwali has entered its 35th day and continues in the forested areas of Dorimal Forests of Gambir Mughlan Rajouri district. Security forces, including the Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP) and other security agencies, remain actively engaged in ... read..

Keralam youth begins backwards run from Palakkad to Kashmir to raise anti-drug awareness

Palakkad (Keralam) | June 26, 2026 9:26:00 AM IST

As part of an anti-drug awareness campaign, a youth from Keralam's Palakkad has undertaken a unique endurance challenge, running backwards from Palakkad to Kashmir to raise awareness against drug abuse. ... read..

"No government is above the Takht, and I demand his resignation": Congress MP Gurjeet Singh Aujla seeks Bhagwant Mann's resignation

Amritsar (Punjab) | June 26, 2026 9:25:59 AM IST

Congress MP Gurjeet Singh Aujla on Friday demanded the resignation of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, claiming that the Akal Takht Sahib had declared him guilty in connection with a purported video allegedly showing the desecration of Sikh Guru photo ... read..

"Char Dham Yatra progressing smoothly": Garhwal Commissioner Anand Swaroop

Rishikesh (Uttarakhand) | June 26, 2026 8:55:54 AM IST

Amidst the ongoing Char Dham Yatra, Garhwal Divisional Commissioner Anand Swaroop on Friday said that the Yatra is progressing smoothly, with more than 40 lakh devotees having visited the four shrines for darshan till now. ... read..

AIIMS issues social media guidelines, bars unauthorised use of institute's name, logo

New Delhi | June 26, 2026 8:55:53 AM IST

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has issued comprehensive social media guidelines for its students, residents and employees, prohibiting the unauthorised use of the institute's name, logo and branding across digital and prin ... read..

Jharkhand: Seven killed, one seriously injured in truck-passenger vehicle collision

Ramgarh (Jharkhand) | June 26, 2026 8:55:49 AM IST

At least seven people were killed, and one person sustained serious injuries after a passenger vehicle collided with a truck in the Rajrappa police station area of Jharkhand's Ramgarh district late Thursday night, police said. ... read..

Nihang Sikhs breach barricades, enter Uttarakhand amid heavy security

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | June 26, 2026 8:55:47 AM IST

Tension prevailed in Uttarakhand after a group of Nihang Sikhs allegedly breached police barricades at the Kulhal check post on the Uttarakhand-Himachal Pradesh border and entered the state late on Thursday night, following a dispute with residents in Kar ... read..

'Will extend full cooperation': Fortis Shalimar Bagh after Delhi CM ordered inspection

New Delhi | June 26, 2026 8:55:43 AM IST

Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, on Friday assured full cooperation with the inspection ordered by Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, saying it will review the details once they are formally shared by the authorities, while reiterating that patient safety r ... read..

Rajasthan: Ranthambore to host international tiger week 2026

Ranthambore (Rajasthan) | June 26, 2026 8:25:47 AM IST

The 5th Royal Ranthambore International Tiger Week 2026 will begin on Friday. Organised by Live4Freedom LLP under the theme "Conserve India's Finest Tigers," the event will bring together leading conservationists, policymakers, forest officials, researche ... read..

"Congress party responsible for insulting Constitution:" Telangana BJP President Ramchander Rao

Hyderabad (Telangana) | June 26, 2026 7:25:55 AM IST

Telangana BJP President Ramchander Rao participated in the 'Samvidhan Hatya Diwas' programme, which was held at the party's state office in Nampally on Thursday. ... read..

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta directs district administration to inspect Shalimar Bagh's Fortis Hospital

New Delhi | June 26, 2026 7:25:49 AM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta directed the District Administration to conduct an immediate inspection of Shalimar Bagh's Fortis Hospital. ... read..

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy urges state employees to work one extra hour daily for state's development and increase revenue

Hyderabad (Telangana) | June 26, 2026 6:25:46 AM IST

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Thursday appealed to all state government employees to work an additional hour every day, to boost administrative productivity and enhance state revenues. ... read..

"Congress misused power during Emergency period:" Tripura CM Manik Saha

Agartala (Tripura) | June 26, 2026 6:25:41 AM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha attended a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) programme to mark 'Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas' on Thursday. ... read..

Tripura to operationalise Agartala Civil Hospital next month; Major push for healthcare infrastructure

Agartala (Tripura) | June 26, 2026 5:55:53 AM IST

In a significant boost to Tripura's healthcare infrastructure, the state government is set to operationalise the newly constructed Agartala Civil Hospital near Jackson Gate from next month, Health Secretary Kiran Gitte announced on Thursday. ... read..

Tripura: Massive explosion rocks Agartala apartment; Investigation underway

Agartala (Tripura) | June 26, 2026 5:25:43 AM IST

A powerful explosion rocked an apartment building in Agartala's Ramnagar Road No. 4 area on Wednesday, causing significant property damage and leaving several people injured. ... read..

NCW takes suo motu cognisance of death of 21-year-old woman in Rajkot, seeks action taken report from Gujarat Police

New Delhi | June 26, 2026 5:25:39 AM IST

The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of the death of a 21-year-old woman in Rajkot, Gujarat, and directed the state police to ensure immediate and effective action in the case. ... read..

"Should face harshest punishment if found guilty": Accused Siya Goyal's mother on Ketan Agarwal murder case

Pune (Maharashtra) | June 26, 2026 4:25:45 AM IST

Accused Siya Goyal's mother, Pooja Goyal, on Thursday demanded stringent punishment for her daughter in connection with the alleged murder of businessman Ketan Agarwal, asserting that if her daughter is found guilty of the crime, she should face the same ... read..

"FIR filed under Congress pressure:" UP Congress President Ajay Rai on Ayodhya Ram Mandir donations embezzlement case

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | June 26, 2026 3:55:46 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh Congress President Ajay Rai on Thursday claimed credit for the registration of an FIR in the Ayodhya Ram Mandir donations embezzlement case, asserting that the legal action was initiated under pressure from the party. ... read..

Spl IB Director Mahesh Dixit appointed new IB chief, succeeds Tapan Deka

By Rajnish Singh New Delhi | June 26, 2026 1:55:46 AM IST

The Centre on Thursday appointed Special Director, Intelligence Bureau (IB) Mahesh Dixit as the next Director of India's premier internal intelligence agency. ... read..

Tripura: CM Manik Saha inaugurates key health projects in Sepahijala District

Agartala (Tripura) | June 26, 2026 1:55:36 AM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Thursday mentioned that the state government is implementing various projects at a rapid pace so that even the last person in society can develop socio-economically, gain access to better medical treatment, and avail v ... read..

Nihang jatha stopped at Uttarakhand border, demands action against police officials over Karnaprayag incident

Mohali (Punjab) | June 25, 2026 11:25:59 PM IST

A jatha of Nihang organisations was stopped by Uttarakhand Police at the Himachal-Uttarakhand border on Thursday while it was en route to Dehradun from Gurdwara Singh Shaheedan in Mohali, amid the ongoing dispute related to Karnaprayag. ... read..

Karnataka Congress launches statewide awareness drive to counter "voter disenfranchisement" amid SIR exercise

Hubballi (Karnataka) | June 25, 2026 11:25:53 PM IST

In a move aimed at safeguarding the electoral franchise of marginalised communities, Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) President BK Hariprasad on Thursday announced that the party has launched a massive grassroots awareness campaign across the s ... read..

Congress has 'betrayed' every section of Telangana, alleges KTR

Rangareddy (Telangana) | June 25, 2026 10:55:43 PM IST

Launching a scathing attack on the Congress government, BRS Working President KT Rama Rao (KTR) alleged that the Revanth Reddy government had "deceived every section of Telangana society" by failing to implement the promises made before the Assembly elect ... read..

Assam BJP marks "Black Day," honours "Loktantra Senanis" who opposed 1975 Emergency

Guwahati (Assam) | June 25, 2026 10:55:39 PM IST

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma joined party leaders in Guwahati on Thursday to observe "Black Day," commemorating the 51st anniversary of the 1975 Emergency. ... read..

From bureaucracy to politics: Sujata Rout Karthikeyan joins BJD, credits Naveen Patnaik

Bhubaneshwar (Odisha) | June 25, 2026 10:55:37 PM IST

Former IAS officer Sujata Rout Karthikeyan joined the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Thursday and praised party president Naveen Patnaik, calling him an "inspiration" and crediting him for key governance and welfare initiatives in Odisha. ... read..

Quantum computing poses challenge to telecom security, confidentiality of communications: Former NCSC Pant

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 10:55:35 PM IST

Rajesh Pant, Chairman of the Cyber Security Association of India and Former National Cyber Security Coordinator, on Thursday, said that quantum computing poses a challenge to telecom security and could affect the confidentiality of communications, stressi ... read..

"Trying to defame me on religious grounds": Punjab CM Bhagwant Man hits back at opposition amid row over viral video

Gurugram (Haryana) | June 25, 2026 10:55:28 PM IST

Amid the ongoing controversy over an objectionable video, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Thursday said political opponents are unable to challenge him politically, so they are trying to defame him on religious grounds. ... read..

Over 16.35 lakh students enrolled across Gujarat during three-day Kanya Kelavani Mahotsav and School Enrollment Drive 2026

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | June 25, 2026 10:55:22 PM IST

The three-day statewide Kanya Kelavani Mahotsav and Shala Praveshotsav-2026, regarded as a major educational movement in Gujarat, concluded with enthusiastic participation across the state. More than 16.35 lakh students enrolled in schools during the camp ... read..

CBI attaches 23 properties worth Rs 25 crore in Uttarakhand LUCC chit fund scam

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 10:25:52 PM IST

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has secured the attachment of 23 properties worth approximately Rs 25 crore in connection with the alleged LUCC Chit Fund scam, involving M/s Loni Urban Multi State Credit and Thrift Co-operative Society (LUCC), o ... read..

Mumbai Port Authority celebrates 154th Foundation Day

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | June 25, 2026 10:25:50 PM IST

Mumbai Port Authority on Thursday celebrated its 154th Foundation Day in the presence of Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal and Minister of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Shantanu Thakur, Minister of State, Mini ... read..

Arunachal Pradesh Governor expresses grief over Keyi Panyor flash flood

Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 10:25:47 PM IST

Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen KT Parnaik (Retd.) expressed deep grief over the tragic loss of life caused by the flash flood in Keyi Panyor district. ... read..

Road restoration underway after landslides disrupt connectivity in Arunachal's Keyi Panyor

Keyi Panyor (Arunachal Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 9:55:47 PM IST

Road clearance and restoration operations are underway in Arunachal Pradesh's Keyi Panyor district after landslides, flooding and road washouts caused extensive damage along the Potin-Possa stretch, with authorities reporting eight major road blockages an ... read..

Mango farmers in Madurai leave produce to rot as prices crash to Rs 3 per kg; demand MSP of Rs 20

Madurai (Tamil Nadu) | June 25, 2026 9:55:44 PM IST

Mango farmers in the Melur Taluk of Madurai district are facing severe financial distress as the farm-gate price for the 'Kili Mooku' (Totapuri) variety has crashed to a record low of Rs 3 per kilogram, forcing many to leave their harvest to rot on trees ... read..

Adani Airports unveils integrated airport city development spanning more than 655 acres across five states in India

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | June 25, 2026 9:26:10 PM IST

Adani Airport City Limited (AACL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL), India's largest private airport operator, has unveiled an ambitious programme to develop integrated airport cities across its airport network, bringing ... read..

Kanimozhi says Assembly should not become a platform for personal vendetta, calls for constructive debates

Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) | June 25, 2026 9:26:06 PM IST

DMK MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi on Thursday said that the Legislative Assembly should remain a forum for healthy and constructive debates and must not become a platform for personal attacks or political vendetta. ... read..

CM Sukhu inaugurates, lays foundation stones of 12 projects worth Rs 90.66 crore in Solan

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 9:26:01 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh's Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sikhu on Thursday inaugurated and laid foundation stones of 12 development projects worth Rs 90.66 crore at Neri Kalan in Kasauli Assembly constituency of Solan district, reinforcing the state government' ... read..

Massive landslides in Keyi Panyor disrupt connectivity on Kimin-Yachuli route

General News | June 25, 2026 9:25:59 PM IST

Massive landslides triggered by heavy rainfall on the intervening night of 23-24 June at multiple locations on the Kimin-Yachuli connecting road in Arunachal Pradesh's Keyi Panyor district have stopped the vehicular movement on Thursday. ... read..

Delhi Environment Minister directs DMs to launch coordinated drive against pollution hotspots

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 9:25:57 PM IST

Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Thursday directed all District Magistrates in the national capital to launch a coordinated drive to identify and eliminate pollution hotspots, stressing the need for inter-agency collaboration to improve ... read..

DGCA probes taxiway incident involving Air India and IndiGo aircraft at Ahmedabad airport

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 9:25:55 PM IST

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is investigating an incident involving Air India and IndiGo aircraft at Ahmedabad airport after an Air India plane deviated from its assigned taxi route following landing, according to a press note issued b ... read..

Delhi court refuses husband's plea to preserve wife's call records, says late-night calls cannot cast doubt on woman's character

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 9:25:50 PM IST

A Delhi court has upheld the dismissal of an application filed by the husband, seeking preservation of a woman's call detail records (CDRs), observing that merely speaking to someone over the phone at late-night hours cannot, by itself, cast doubt on a wo ... read..

"Says this to provoke... he doesn't like the BJP": Rijiju slams Owaisi over citizenship remarks

South Goa (Goa) | June 25, 2026 9:25:48 PM IST

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Thursday hit out at AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi, alleging that his remarks on citizenship and the passport issue were aimed at "provocation" and spreading misinformation, while reiterating that the Bharatiya Janata Party (B ... read..

"What secrets does Champat Rai know?": Arvind Kejriwal questions PM's "helplessness" over Ram Mandir donations embezzlement

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 9:25:45 PM IST

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday launched a sharp political attack following reports that the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust allegedly refused to provide financial details to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO). ... read..

Delhi Court restrains Advik Capital from proceeding with proposed rights issue in Derivative Suit

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 9:25:41 PM IST

A Delhi court has granted ad-interim relief in a derivative suit instituted by Fairplan Distributors Pvt. Ltd., restraining Advik Capital Ltd. and certain other defendants from taking further steps in relation to the company's proposed rights issue of equ ... read..

UP CM Yogi Adityanath accuses SP of betraying late Mulayam Singh's legacy through Congress alliance

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 9:25:39 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday launched a sharp critique of the Samajwadi Party (SP) leadership, accusing them of abandoning the political principles of the party's founder, the late Mulayam Singh Yadav. ... read..

High Court orders ?20,000 monthly maintenance in alleged 'Love Jihad' marriage deception case in Indore

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 9:25:34 PM IST

The Indore Bench of the High Court has ruled in favour of a woman in an alleged case of deception in marriage, directing the man from the Bohra community to pay ?20,000 per month as maintenance to the woman and her daughter, along with arrears of ?10.60 l ... read..

AAP's Saurabh Bhardwaj alleges "Emergency-like conditions," calls for protection of Constitutional institutions

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 8:55:46 PM IST

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Delhi President Saurabh Bhardwaj on Thursday expressed hopelessness over the current state of India's democratic framework, alleging that the nation is experiencing conditions akin to an undeclared emergency. ... read..

Adani Foundation marks Gautam Adani's 64th birthday with nationwide blood donation drive

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | June 25, 2026 8:55:44 PM IST

On the occasion of the 64th birthday of Gautam Adani on June 24, Chairman of the Adani Group, the Adani Foundation, the socio-economic and development arm of the conglomerate, transformed a day of celebrations into a nationwide movement of service, compas ... read..

Himachal High Court criticises "lottery system" of State Govt's housing allotment

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 8:55:41 PM IST

The High Court of Himachal Pradesh on Thursday expressed deep dissatisfaction with the current process for allocating government residential accommodations, describing the system as "opaque" and akin to a "lottery". ... read..

FIR registered in alleged embezzlement of donations at Ram temple

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 11:25:52 PM IST

A First Information Report has been registered in the alleged embezzlement of donations received at the Ram temple in Ayodhya. ... read..

Haryana announces 100% tax exemption for clean trucks, buses in NCR

Chandigarh (Haryana) | June 25, 2026 8:26:15 PM IST

In a significant step aimed at curbing vehicular emissions and encouraging the adoption of cleaner transport systems, the Haryana Government has announced major exemptions in Motor Vehicle (MV) tax for the purchase of environment-friendly trucks and buses ... read..

West Bengal govt to publish white paper on all ministries to expose irregularities: Bengal FM Swapan Dasgupta

Kolkata (West Bengal) | June 25, 2026 8:26:13 PM IST

Following the presentation of the state budget earlier this week, West Bengal Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta on Thursday announced that the state government will publish a White Paper on every department and ministry to expose financial "irregularities" ... read..

"Govt believes Oppn has no right to voice opinion...": Congress leader Salman Khurshid

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 8:26:11 PM IST

Congress leader Salman Khurshid on Thursday accused the Union government of stifling democratic voices, asserting that it views the Opposition's right to dissent as non-existent. ... read..

DRDO celebrates final operational clearance of Netra AWW&C System to Air Force

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 8:26:07 PM IST

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) celebrated the successful accomplishment of Final Operational Clearance (FOC) for the indigenous Netra Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) system, marking a significant milestone in India ... read..

Woman found dead in West Delhi; probe underway

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 8:26:00 PM IST

A 24-year-old woman was found dead inside her rented room in West Delhi's Khyala area, police said on Thursday. ... read..

"India has strong track record in protecting minorities": Union Minister Kiren Rijiju

South Goa (Goa) | June 25, 2026 7:56:15 PM IST

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Thursday said India has a strong record in protecting the rights of minorities and highlighted that most central government schemes are universal in nature and not based on any religious or community identity. ... read..

Himachal CM announces Rs 20 crore for Johadji-Malla road, CBSE school at Pratha

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 7:56:13 PM IST

Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced Rs. 20 crore for the construction of the Johadji-Malla road, a release said. ... read..

"We won in Keralam, we make preparations everywhere": Salman Khurshid

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 7:56:02 PM IST

Congress leader Salman Khurshid on Thursday said that the party is seriously making preparations for the upcoming assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh and noted the victory in the Keralam assembly polls. ... read..

"Only people who have BJP membership card will be called Indian citizens": Owaisi takes dig at Govt over passport issue

Hyderabad (Telangana) | June 25, 2026 7:26:26 PM IST

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Thursday criticised the government's approach to citizenship verification, suggesting that current rhetoric aims to create an environment of systemic exclusion. ... read..

Joginpally Santosh Kumar to represent Green India Challenge at London Climate Action Week 2026

Hyderabad (Telengana) | June 25, 2026 7:26:23 PM IST

Former Rajya Sabha MP and Green India Challenge founder Joginpally Santosh Kumar is set to represent India's citizen-led environmental movement at London Climate Action Week 2026, where he will participate in two high-profile engagements aimed at promotin ... read..

Pune Court holds accused guilty in Nasrapur child rape-murder case, sentencing scheduled for Monday

Pune (Maharashtra) | June 25, 2026 7:26:10 PM IST

In a significant development in the Pune-Nasrapur minor girl sexual assault case, Pune Court on Thursday delivered a guilty verdict, affirming that the prosecution successfully proved all charges against the accused beyond a reasonable doubt. ... read..

"She's capable enough to defend herself": Owaisi on Sana Malik's remark on polygamy

Hyderabad (Telangana) | June 25, 2026 7:26:07 PM IST

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Thursday said NCP MLA Sana Malik is capable of defending her own remarks on polygamy and that it is for her party to address the issue, noting that the NCP is supporting the BJP-led government at the Centre. ... read..

India's envoy to Bangladesh Dinesh Trivedi gets Cabinet Minister equivalent status in Table of Precedence

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 7:26:05 PM IST

The Centre has accorded India's newly appointed High Commissioner to Bangladesh Dinesh Trivedi a status equivalent to that of a Union Cabinet Minister in the Table of Precedence, only for ceremonial functions. ... read..

CM Revanth Reddy appeals Centre to resolve rightful water share between states in Tungabhadra project

Hyderabad (Telangana) | June 25, 2026 6:56:13 PM IST

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy appealed to the Union Government to resolve the utilization of the state's rightful share of water from the Tungabhadra project and to facilitate coordination among the stakeholder states, a release said. ... read..

BJP Observes Emergency Anniversary as 'Black Day' in Himachal, terms it 'Constitutional Murder'

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 6:56:10 PM IST

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Himachal Pradesh on Wednesday observed the 51st anniversary of the Emergency imposed in 1975 as a "Black Day", with state BJP president Dr. Rajiv Bindal accusing the Congress of undermining democracy and constitutional ... read..

TN govt working to bring TNEB back on track after 25-year fiscal review: Minister CTR Nirmal Kumar

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | June 25, 2026 6:56:06 PM IST

Asserting that the Tamil Nadu government is working to bring the state electricity board back from a period of heavy debt, state Minister for Energy Resources and Law, CTR Nirmal Kumar on Thursday said the recently published White Paper on Tamil Nadu Elec ... read..

"We are planning to protest against Bidadi township project, raise issue in Assembly also": Karnataka LoP R Ashoka

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | June 25, 2026 6:56:04 PM IST

Karnataka Assembly Leader of Opposition R Ashoka on Thursday said that the BJP is planning to continue opposition to the proposed Bidadi township project and raise the issue in the Assembly, alleging that the project was "anti-farmer" and not feasible. ... read..

New gates of Tungabhadra Reservoir inaugurated; CMs of Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra attend

Koppal (Karnataka) | June 25, 2026 6:56:02 PM IST

All 33 newly installed crest gates of the Tungabhadra Reservoir were inaugurated on Thursday in Hosapete of Vijayanagara district. Chief ministers and ministers from three states participated in the programme organized at the Munirabad Government High Sch ... read..

Patna: Rabri Devi asked to vacate official bungalow by June 29, failure to comply will result in legal action

Patna (Bihar) | June 25, 2026 6:55:59 PM IST

The Bihar Building Construction Department has issued a final ultimatum to former Chief Minister Rabri Devi to vacate her 10 Circular Road official residence by June 29. Failure to comply will result in legal action under the Bihar Government Premises Act ... read..

Keralam Bishop urges Centre to review new FCRA rules

Kottayam (Keralam) | June 25, 2026 6:55:57 PM IST

Malankara Orthodox Church Bishop Yuhanon Mar Diascoros on Thursday expressed concern over the latest amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) notified by the Centre, alleging that the provisions could interfere with the functioning o ... read..

"Who gave permission for the construction?": Congress demands govt jobs, higher compensation for victims' families in Taratala's godown collapse

Kolkata (West Bengal) | June 25, 2026 6:55:53 PM IST

West Bengal Congress President Shubhankar Sarkar on Thursday demanded government jobs and enhanced compensation for the families of the Taratala warehouse collapse victims, while urging the newly-formed administration to stay vigilant against the "faults" ... read..

Navi Mumbai International Airport receives bomb threat; case registered

Panvel (Maharashtra) | June 25, 2026 6:55:49 PM IST

A bomb threat was issued to the Navi Mumbai International Airport through its official website, prompting police to register a case and launch an investigation, officials said. ... read..

Keel-laying of fourth next-gen offshore patrol vessel for Indian coast guard held at MDL Mumbai

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | June 25, 2026 6:55:38 PM IST

In a significant boost to India's maritime security capabilities and indigenous shipbuilding sector, the keel-laying ceremony of the fourth Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) was held at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilde ... read..

Gujarat: CID Crime and Prisons DGP visits Lajpore Central Jail in Surat, awards certificates to inmate toppers

Surat (Gujarat) | June 25, 2026 6:55:36 PM IST

Dr KLN Rao, Director General of Police (DGP) for CID Crime and Prisons, on Thursday conducted an official visit to Lajpore Central Jail in Surat to review the facility's administrative operations and prisoner welfare initiatives. ... read..

J- K Gulmarg Gondola services resume today after one month

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | June 25, 2026 7:26:00 PM IST

Following a month-long suspension due to a technical snag, the Gulmarg Gondola services have officially resumed after Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah personally visited the Gondola site, reviewed the functioning of the system, and assessed ... read..

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