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Shala Praveshotsav: Gujarat Dy CM Harsh Sanghavi welcomes 373 newly enrolled children at Surat municipal schools

Surat (Gujarat) | June 25, 2026 5:25:47 PM IST

Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi on Thursday welcomed 373 Balvatika and Class 1 students into Surat Municipal Corporation-run primary schools during the "Shala Praveshotsav and Kanya Kelavani Mahotsav 2026" held at Khatodara Colony in Surat. ... read..

"Out of 12 accepted documents, 4 are effectively unavailable": Owaisi challenges Telangana SIR, calls for eased documentation

Hyderabad (Telangana) | June 25, 2026 4:57:00 PM IST

AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi challenged the Election Commission's (EC) Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise currently underway in Telangana, labelling the existing requirements for verifying voter credentials as overly burdensome and exclusionary. ... read..

"People's faith is tied to temple": Congress leader on Ram temple donation row

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | June 25, 2026 4:56:58 PM IST

Congress leader Jaivardhan Singh on Thursday demanded an investigation into the alleged embezzlement of donations received at the Ram temple in Ayodhya. ... read..

1,354 students shifted to municipal primary schools from private schools: Gujarat Dy CM Harsh Sanghavi

Vadodara (Gujarat) | June 25, 2026 4:56:51 PM IST

The Shala Praveshotsav and Kanya Kelavani Mahotsav at Maharani Shantadevi Primary School, Khodiyar Nagar, in Vadodara district, was celebrated with great enthusiasm on Thursday, under the chairmanship of Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi and in the pre ... read..

Centre introduces Jan Vishwas reforms in the clinical establishments act to reduce compliance burden

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 4:56:47 PM IST

Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has notified amendments to the Clinical Establishments (Registration and Regulation) Act, 2010 on June 22 in pursuance of the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026, which was published in the Official ... read..

MP Police file FIR against 4 people after stunt involving a hanging car and explosives goes viral

Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 4:56:45 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Police registered FIR against four persons following a dangerous stunt performed during a Muharram procession in Badnagar town, Ujjain, an official said on Thursday. ... read..

FSSAI orders inspection and laboratory testing following ammonia gas leak at Tamil Nadu seafood facility

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 4:56:39 PM IST

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has initiated swift regulatory action following an ammonia gas leakage incident at M/s St. Peter's Paul Seafoods Exports Pvt. Ltd. in Tiruvallur, Tamil Nadu, after receiving information about the in ... read..

"They cannot fight with me politically": Punjab CM says opposition defaming him on religious grounds amid row over viral video

Mohali (Punjab) | June 25, 2026 4:56:36 PM IST

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Thursday rejected allegations linked to a purported video showing the desecration of Sikh Guru images, saying the person seen in the video is not him. ... read..

Rudraprayag Congress submits memorandum to CM Dhami over Karnaprayag, Nagarasu incidents, calls for strict legal action

Rudraprayag (Uttarakhand) | June 25, 2026 4:56:34 PM IST

The District Congress Committee, Rudraprayag, has submitted a memorandum to Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami through the District Magistrate, expressing concern over the recent incidents in Karnaprayag and Nagarasu. ... read..

Death toll rises to 11 in Kolkata's Taratala godown collapse, 5 arrested

Kolkata (West Bengal) | June 25, 2026 4:56:17 PM IST

Five persons have been arrested in connection with the Taratala godown collapse case that has claimed 11 lives so far, Kolkata Additional Commissioner of Police (Crime) Kunal Agrawal said on Thursday. ... read..

"SIT is just fraud...to protect influential people": Kejriwal slams Ayodhya Trust over alleged embezzlement

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 4:25:32 PM IST

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday lashed out at the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ayodhya Ram Mandir, terming it a "fraud" and a "cover-up" intended to protect influential ind ... read..

Keralam Health Minister announces nationwide student protest in Delhi on August 9; flags NEET irregularities, demands Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | June 25, 2026 3:55:34 PM IST

Keralam Higher Education Minister Roji M John on Thursday flagged irregularities in the NEET examination and announced that a series of protests will be held in multiple phases over 40 days, condemning the National Testing Agency (NTA), culminating in a m ... read..

Parliamentary panel on Communications and IT discussed Make in India program: Chairperson Nishikant Dubey

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 3:55:31 PM IST

BJP MP and chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Communications and Information Technology, Nishikant Dubey, on Thursday said that the panel discussed how to take forward the Centre's Make in India initiative. ... read..

"Have evidence related to land scam linked to Ayodhya Ram Temple": AAP MP Sanjay Singh

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 3:25:54 PM IST

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjay Singh on Thursday said that he has evidence related to an alleged "land scam" linked to the Ayodhya Ram Temple and will present the documents before the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the donation embezzlement cas ... read..

"Rattle the RSS, BJP hisses": Priyank Kharge's dig amid registration row, slams BJP as RSS' "instrument"

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | June 25, 2026 3:25:52 PM IST

Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge on Thursday mocked the BJP, saying it acts as a mere instrument of the RSS, amid the ongoing tussle between him and the RSS over his demand for clarity on its constitutional and financial compliance. ... read..

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel reviews smart school facilities and interacts with school management committee members and parents

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | June 25, 2026 3:25:45 PM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Thursday said that the Kanya Kelavani and Shala Praveshotsav, launched by Narendra Modi in 2003, has grown beyond a government programme into a people's festival through the collective efforts of parents, teachers ... read..

HP opposes centre's 'VB-G RAM G' scheme, says new norms will burden state with Rs 164 crore annually and reduce wages

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 3:25:43 PM IST

The Himachal Pradesh government on Thursday strongly opposed the Centre's decision to rename the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) scheme as 'VB-G RAM G' and introduce a new funding and implementation framework, alleging tha ... read..

BJP using emergency anniversary to divert attention from failures, country facing "undeclared emergency": HP Minister Jagat Singh Negi

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 3:25:41 PM IST

The Revenue and Horticulture Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Jagat Singh Negi, on Thursday launched a sharp attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), alleging that the party was observing the anniversary of the Emergency as a "Black Day" merely to divert ... read..

"Future generations must know Emergency's dark deeds": Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 2:55:53 PM IST

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Thursday welcomed the National Council of Educational Research and Training's (NCERT) decision to introduce a section on the Emergency in Class IX textbooks, saying future generations should be aware of the d ... read..

Arunachal Pradesh: One dead, 4 missing after flash flood hits Keyi Panyor district

Keyi Panyor (Arunachal Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 2:55:50 PM IST

One person has died while four others remain missing after incessant rainfall triggered a flash flood in the Yachuli area of Keyi Panyor district in Arunachal Pradesh, officials said on Thursday. ... read..

Restructuring in UP BJP unit, Rajnath Singh's son Neeraj, SP turncoat Pooja Pal among 19 vice presidents

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 2:55:46 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh BJP on Thursday announced a list of members in the party's state unit organisation as a part of restructuring ahead of 2027 Legislative Assembly elections, including 19 vice-presidents and eight general secretaries. ... read..

Nagpur BR Ambedkar international airport handed over to GMR, CM Fadnavis seeks early completion

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | June 25, 2026 2:55:40 PM IST

Union Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu on Thursday, while describing Nagpur as the birthplace of India's Aerotropolis vision, said the city is uniquely positioned to emerge as a major aviation, cargo and aircraft maintenance hub as the redevelopme ... read..

Union Health Ministry expands QR code-based drug traceability framework to vaccines, antimicrobials and anti-cancer medicines

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 2:55:31 PM IST

In a major step towards strengthening the quality, safety and integrity of India's pharmaceutical supply chain, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Thursday notified amendments to the Drugs Rules, 1945, to expand the ambit of Schedule H2 and brin ... read..

"Apologize to youth and resign": Rahul Gandhi targets Dharmendra Pradhan

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 2:55:29 PM IST

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday launched a sharp attack on Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, accusing him of insulting students and demanding that he apologise to the country's youth and resign from his post. ... read..

"It was my privilege to work under Naveen Patnaik's leadership": Former IAS officer Sujata Rout Karthikeyan after joining BJD

Bhubaneshwar (Odisha) | June 25, 2026 2:55:27 PM IST

Former IAS officer Sujata Rout Karthikeyan on Thursday said joining the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has given her another opportunity to serve the people of Odisha, expressing gratitude for having worked under the leadership of BJD president Naveen Patnaik duri ... read..

ED raids in Ghaziabad, Delhi in alleged housing society fraud case

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 2:25:36 PM IST

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday conducted searches at multiple locations in Ghaziabad and Delhi as part of its investigation into an alleged housing society fraud involving a real estate developer and cooperative society officials. ... read..

Uttarakhand CM Dhami participates in the Samvidhan Hatya Diwas

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | June 25, 2026 2:25:26 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday participated in the Samvidhan Hatya Diwas (Constitution Murder Day) programme held in Dehradun. ... read..

Kangra Court sentences drug trafficker to five years rigorous imprisonment, imposes Rs 1 lakh fine

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 2:25:24 PM IST

A Special Judge Court in Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh has convicted a man in a drug trafficking case and sentenced him to five years of rigorous imprisonment under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. ... read..

The face of Odisha's Mission Shakti, former IAS Sujata Rout Karthikeyan joins BJD

Bhubaneshwar (Odisha) | June 25, 2026 1:56:02 PM IST

Former IAS officer Sujata Rout Karthikeyan joined the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Thursday, bringing with her over two decades of administrative experience in Odisha. ... read..

IIT Kanpur researchers solve mystery of atypical drug target receptor

Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 1:56:00 PM IST

Researchers at IIT Kanpur, led by Professor Arun K Shukla, have uncovered the molecular basis underlying the atypical signalling behaviour of C5aR2, an immune receptor that has puzzled scientists for years. ... read..

J-K: Anantnag Police launches 'Project Hawk Eye' for enhanced security of Amarnath Yatra

Anantnag (Jammu and Kashmir) | June 25, 2026 1:55:53 PM IST

In a major step towards ensuring the safe, secure and peaceful conduct of Amarnath Yatra-2026 (SANJY-2026), Anantnag Police has launched "Project Hawk Eye", a comprehensive surveillance and security initiative aimed at maintaining round-the-clock vigilanc ... read..

NCERT clarifies Grade 6 Kannada textbook title, rejects claims of promoting vegetarianism

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 1:55:50 PM IST

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) on Thursday issued a clarification in response to concerns raised in sections of the media regarding the title and content of the Grade 6 Kannada R3 textbook, stating that the textbook neit ... read..

NIA arrests key accused from Malda in SIR-related protest, judicial officers' detention case

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 1:55:45 PM IST

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested a local leader and key accused in one of the cases related to the pre-poll Special Intensive Revision (SIR) related mob blockades, violence and detention of judicial officers that took place in West Ben ... read..

"Congress never apologised for Emergency, in same mindset": JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha

Patna (Bihar) | June 25, 2026 1:55:41 PM IST

JD(U) MP and National Working President Janata Dal (United) Sanjay Kumar Jha on Thursday said the Emergency was the darkest chapter in Indian democracy, highlighting the imprisonment of opposition leaders and journalists and curbs on press freedom. ... read..

Tamil Nadu Minister CTR Nirmal Kumar releases white paper on Electricity Board

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | June 25, 2026 1:55:37 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Minister for Energy Resources and Law, CTR Nirmal Kumar, on Thursday released a detailed White Paper statement on the infrastructure, finances, human resources, logistics and materials, ongoing project works, revenue, and expenditure of the Tam ... read..

Naveen Patnaik welcomes former IAS officer Sujata Rout Karthikeyan to BJD, says her experience will benefit women

Bhubaneshwar (Odisha) | June 25, 2026 1:55:34 PM IST

Biju Janata Dal (BJD) president Naveen Patnaik on Thursday welcomed the former IAS officer Sujata Rout Karthikeyan into the party, stating that her extensive administrative experience, particularly in the field of women's welfare, would strengthen the par ... read..

"Emergency imposed to save Indira Gandhi's chair": BJP's Ravi Shankar Prasad

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 1:55:32 PM IST

BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad on Thursday said that the Emergency imposed in 1975 was aimed solely at protecting then former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's position, as the country marked 50 years since one of the most controversial periods in India's democr ... read..

Former IAS officer Sujata Rout Karthikeyan joins Biju Janata Dal

Bhubaneshwar (Odisha) | June 25, 2026 1:26:05 PM IST

Sujata Rout Karthikeyan, former IAS officer and wife of former IAS VK Pandian and trusted aide of former chief minister Naveen Patnaik, joined the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Thursday. ... read..

MLA, councilor from rebel group, Suvendu Adhikari should ask them: TMC MP Saugata Roy seeks probe into Kolkata's Taratala godown collapse

Kolkata (West Bengal) | June 25, 2026 1:26:03 PM IST

Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Saugata Roy on Thursday said there should be a thorough investigation into the collapse of an under-construction godown shed in Kolkata's Taratala area, suggesting that Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari question local MLA Firhad ... read..

Kolkata godown collapse: WB minister Agnimitra Paul announces audit of new constructions, vows strict action

Kolkata (West Bengal) | June 25, 2026 1:26:01 PM IST

West Bengal Minister Agnimitra Paul on Thursday said that all new construction sites under the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) limits will undergo audits following the collapse of an under-construction godown shed in the city's Taratala area that kill ... read..

Operation Chakra-VI: CBI raids over 80 locations across 16 States in digital arrest scam crackdown; 2 arrested

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 1:25:59 PM IST

In a major crackdown on the cybercrime infrastructure facilitating digital arrest scams, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), under Operation Chakra-VI, constituted 60 special teams and conducted coordinated searches at more than 80 locations across ... read..

Gujarat: Child Tracking System brings more than 90,000 school dropout children back into the education system

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | June 25, 2026 1:25:54 PM IST

With the vision of ensuring that every child eligible for primary education receives the Right to Education and that the benefits of education reach every corner of Gujarat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Shala Praveshotsav and Kanya Kelavani R ... read..

"Indira Gandhi didn't break any party": Sanjay Raut takes jibe at Shiv Sena, BJP on Emergency proclamation anniversary

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | June 25, 2026 1:25:50 PM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Thursday took a jibe at the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena and the BJP after NCERT introduced a topic on the 1975 Emergency in a Class 9 textbook, stating that former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi did not break any party. ... read..

VHP's Alok Kumar seeks FIR, fast-track court in Ram Mandir donation row

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 1:25:47 PM IST

Vishva Hindu Parishad's International President Alok Kumar on Thursday called for immediate registration of an FIR and deployment of the "best and most capable" police officers in the purported Ram Mandir donation embezzlement case, saying no accused shou ... read..

Narcotics Bureau destroys over 40 tonnes of seized substances in Madhya Pradesh

Indore / Neemuch (Madhya Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 12:55:51 PM IST

The Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN), Madhya Pradesh unit, has destroyed more than 40 tonnes of seized narcotic drugs at a Cement Factory in Neemuch district. ... read..

NCP (SP) MP Supriya Sule alleges "political manipulation" ahead of 2029 elections, raises concern on Operation Tiger

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | June 25, 2026 12:55:50 PM IST

Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) MP Supriya Sule on Thursday alleged that democracy in the country is "on the verge of ending," claiming that political parties were being broken ahead of the 2029 elections. ... read..

Sharad Pawar rules out split in NCP (SP) amid speculation of MPs contact with rival camp

Baramati (Maharashtra) | June 25, 2026 12:55:48 PM IST

Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) chief Sharad Pawar on Thursday expressed confidence in his party's unity and loyalty, stating that while Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs have split, none of the MPs of his party will break away. ... read..

"Govt will not spare those responsible": UP BJP Chief Pankaj Chaudhary in Ram Temple donation row

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 12:55:46 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh BJP chief Pankaj Chaudhary on Thursday said strict action will be taken in the purported Ayodhya Ram Mandir donations embezzlement case, adding that the government "will not spare those found responsible." ... read..

NCERT book lauds Election Commission for 'impartial' polls despite fake news, misinformation

By By Vishu Adhana New Delhi | June 25, 2026 12:55:41 PM IST

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has praised the Election Commission of India (ECI) in its new Class IX Social Science textbook, describing India's electoral exercise as "unparalleled" and saying the constitutional body tr ... read..

Delhi Cyber Police bust fake export call centre, 18 held

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 12:55:36 PM IST

The Cyber Police Station of New Delhi District has busted a fake export consultancy call centre, apprehending 18 persons, including the alleged mastermind, for cheating exporters on the pretext of securing overseas buyers and export certifications. ... read..

"Congress' arrogance, greed for power attempted to crush Constitution": Amit Shah marks Samvidhan Hatya Diwas

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 12:25:34 PM IST

Union Minister Amit Shah on Thursday targeted Congress on the anniversary of the proclamation of the 1975 Emergency, calling it a period of "arrogance and greed for power." ... read..

Himachal Pradesh: Official t-shirt unveiled for Himalayan Xtreme Trail Running Fest 2026

Manali (Himachal Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 11:55:48 AM IST

The highly anticipated official event T-shirt for the Himalayan Xtreme Trail Running Fest 2026 was formally unveiled on Thursday in Manali, marking the final countdown to one of the most technically demanding and historically significant athletic challeng ... read..

"India among world's leading countries in solar, wind energy": Union Minister Khattar at BRICS meet

Gurugram (Haryana) | June 25, 2026 11:55:46 AM IST

Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Thursday highlighted India's growing role in the global energy transition, stating that the country is rapidly scaling up renewable energy, smart grid systems and energy storage capacity to build a future-ready power ... read..

"Will not allow anyone's home to be blown up," says Maharashtra CM after Raut accuses Sanjay Patil of threatening protestors

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | June 25, 2026 11:55:41 AM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday said that the state government will not allow anyone's home to be blown up, after Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut accused MP Sanjay Dina Patil of threatening protesters. ... read..

Govt clarifies, 'Passport never been proof of citizenship'; cites Passports Act 1967, Bombay HC 2013 ruling

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 11:55:36 AM IST

The government on Thursday clarified that a passport has never been considered proof of citizenship, adding that no such decision was taken either recently or in the last 12 years. ... read..

Death toll in Kolkata's Taratala under-construction godown collapse rises to 8

Kolkata (West Bengal) | June 25, 2026 11:55:34 AM IST

The death toll in the collapse of an under-construction godown shed in Kolkata's Taratala area has risen to 8, with 20 people injured, according to Kolkata Police. ... read..

11.20 lakh students enrolled as Gujarat's Kanya Kelavani Mahotsav concludes across 17,338 villages

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | June 25, 2026 11:26:12 AM IST

The 'Kanya Kelavani Mahotsav and Shala Praveshotsav-2026' witnessed widespread participation across Gujarat on its second day on June 24, with programmes conducted in 8,173 villages and 11,987 schools. A total of 29,682 dignitaries, including the Chief Mi ... read..

MK Stalin terms DVAC raids on former Tamil Nadu minister EV Velu 'political vendetta,' asserts DMK will emerge victorious

Tiruvannamalai (Tamil Nadu) | June 25, 2026 11:26:08 AM IST

Following Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) raids on DMK MLA EV Velu, former Chief Minister and party president MK Stalin, on Thursday, accused the ruling TVK of orchestrating the raids amd asserted that the party would not be intimidate ... read..

"Emergency imposed in greed for power": Union Minister Kiren Rijiju terms 1975 'dark chapter'

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 11:26:06 AM IST

Union Ministers and senior leaders on Thursday launched a strong attack on the 1975 Emergency, describing it as a "dark chapter" in India's democratic history and a period marked by the suppression of constitutional rights, civil liberties, and freedom of ... read..

PM Modi announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia for families of deceased in Taratala godown shed collapse, Rs 50,000 for injured

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 11:26:02 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh each for the families of the eight deceased in the collapse of an under-construction godown shed in Kolkata's Taratala area. ... read..

Tripura CM Manik Saha stresses sustainable water resource strategy, reviews Gomati River project for Agartala

Agartala (Tripura) | June 25, 2026 11:26:01 AM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Thursday underscored the need for a long-term and sustainable water resource management strategy for the entire state, directing officials to work in mission mode to meet future drinking water requirements amid growing ... read..

J-K: Operation Sheruwali enters 34th day in Rajouri, search operations continue

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir) | June 25, 2026 10:55:54 AM IST

Operation Sheruwali has entered its 34th day and continues in the forested areas of the Dorimal Forests of the Gambir Mughlan in Rajouri district on Thursday. Security forces, including the Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP) and other security agencies, remai ... read..

EAM Jaishankar recalls 1975 Emergency, lauds those who stood up for constitutional values

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 10:55:45 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday recalled the Emergency period of 1975, saying it tested the resilience of India's democracy. ... read..

VD Satheesan moves into Keralam CM's official residence, Cliff House

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) | June 25, 2026 10:55:43 AM IST

Keralam Chief Minister VD Satheesan moved into the Cliff House in Nanthancode, Thiruvananthapuram, on Thursday. The property serves as the official residence of the state's Chief Minister. ... read..

Maharashtra: Sanjay Raut alleges rebel MP Sanjay Patil issued death threats to protestors, calls for arrest under UAPA

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | June 25, 2026 10:55:38 AM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Thursday accused rebel MP Sanjay Dina Patil of issuing death threats to people protesting against his defection to Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena. ... read..

"Country remembers 25 June 1975 as constitution murder day": Delhi CM on Emergency anniversary

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 10:25:47 AM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday termed the Emergency imposed on June 25, 1975, as the "darkest chapter" in the history of Indian democracy, saying that it dealt a severe blow to democratic institutions and constitutional values. ... read..

Maharashtra: Rain lashes parts of Mumbai; IMD issues yellow alert

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | June 25, 2026 10:25:46 AM IST

Rainfall activity intensified across parts of Mumbai on Thursday morning, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a yellow warning for Mumbai, Thane and Raigad districts, while forecasting continued wet conditions across Maharashtra o ... read..

Former IAS Sujata Karthikeyan to join BJD today, Manmath Routray says party needs leaders like her

Bhubaneshwar (Odisha) | June 25, 2026 10:25:44 AM IST

Sujata Rout Karthikeyan, former IAS officer and wife of former IAS VK Pandian and trusted aide of former chief minister Naveen Patnaik, is set to join the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Thursday. ... read..

Congress to hold nationwide 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' press conferences today to highlight student issues, demand India's education system overhaul

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 10:25:42 AM IST

The Congress party will hold press conferences across the country today as part of a nationwide campaign called "Chhatron Ki Goonj" (Students' Echo), focused on problems facing students, including exam irregularities and the broader state of India's educa ... read..

"Six new destinations to be added to hub-and-spoke model in next six weeks": Civil Aviation Minister

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 10:25:35 AM IST

Civil Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu on Thursday said that the Centre will bring in six destinations under the hub-and-spoke model in the next six weeks, to take the initiative to all airports in the country. ... read..

Travellers from Ebola-affected countries to submit self-declaration form on Air Suvidha portal before deboarding

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 10:25:32 AM IST

The Air Suvidha portal has been activated for passengers arriving from or transiting through Ebola-affected countries, enabling them to submit the mandatory Self-Declaration Form (SDF) online before deboarding. ... read..

PM Modi expresses condolences over Venezuela earthquake, offers India's assistance

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 10:25:29 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed deep sorrow over the devastation caused by the severe earthquakes that struck Venezuela's capital, Caracas, and extended condolences to the bereaved families. ... read..

UP: Civil Aviation Minister inaugurates first hub-and-spoke flight connecting Varanasi to international destinations via Delhi

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 9:55:55 AM IST

Civil Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu on Thursday inaugurated the first hub-and-spoke flight connecting Varanasi to the world via New Delhi. ... read..

"Direct assault on Constitution": PM Modi recalls Emergency on its proclamation anniversary

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 9:55:52 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday termed the 1975 Emergency a "direct assault" on the Constitution and paid homage to those who defended democratic values during the period. ... read..

PM Modi reviews four major projects worth Rs 30,000 crore, calls for timely completion under PM GatiShakti framework

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 9:26:06 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 52nd PRAGATI meeting, during which infrastructure works worth over Rs. 30,000 crore were reviewed. ... read..

"Seven rescued Golden Langurs released back into Sikhna Jwhwlao National Park": Assam Forest Minister

Guwahati (Assam) | June 25, 2026 9:26:04 AM IST

Assam Forest Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah said that seven endangered Golden Langurs were released back into the wild at Sikhna Jwhwlao National Park following their successful rescue from an illegal wildlife trafficking network, rehabilitation and scienti ... read..

"One of darkest chapters": Rajnath Singh observes Emergency anniversary as day to reaffirm commitment to democracy

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 9:26:02 AM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday termed the 1975 Emergency as "one of the darkest chapters in the history of Indian democracy," recalling the violation of individual rights and the curb on freedom of speech and expression. ... read..

Arunachal Pradesh: IAF deploys SDRF team to flood-affected Keyi Panyor amid adverse weather

Keyi Panyor (Arunachal Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 9:26:00 AM IST

The Arunachal Pradesh government on Wednesday activated emergency air support and, in coordination with the Indian Air Force (IAF), launched rescue and relief operations in flood-hit Keyi Panyor district after flash floods struck the Poosa area, facilitat ... read..

Akhilesh Yadav questions Lucknow Development Authority on Aliganj fire tragedy

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 9:25:58 AM IST

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav questioned the action being taken by the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) and the Fire Department following the recent fire incident in Lucknow's Aliganj area, which claimed 15 lives. ... read..

DDA carries out demolition drive at Yamuna Bazar to remove encroachments and unauthorised structures

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

Delhi Development Authority (DDA) conducted a demolition drive in the Yamuna Bazar area near Nigam Bodh Ghat to remove unauthorised structures and encroachments on Thursday. ... read..

"Head of all goons": BJP MLA Arijit Roy's attacks Abhishek Banerjee following Calcutta HC denial of relief for foreign travel, says TMC "finished"

Kolkata (West Bengal) | June 25, 2026 8:56:24 AM IST

BJP MLA Arijit Roy labelled TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee as the "head of all goons in Bengal," following Calcutta High Court's decision to decline immediate relief to Banerjee over permission to travel abroad for medical treatment. Roy ... read..

'Big political names may be connected': Bengal minister Dilip Ghosh on Taratala incident

Kolkata (West Bengal) | June 25, 2026 8:56:19 AM IST

West Bengal minister Dilip Ghosh on Thursday said "big political names" may be connected to the collapse of an under-construction godown shed in Kolkata's Taratala area, as he targeted the previous Communist Party of India (Marxist) and Trinamool Congress ... read..

"Attempt to crush constitutional soul": Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi on Emergency anniversary

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 8:56:12 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday described the Emergency imposed in 1975 as a dark chapter in India's democratic history, saying it was imposed by the Congress in the "arrogance of power" to crush the constitutional soul of the nat ... read..

BJP leader Jai Ram Thakur accuses Himachal Govt of favouring private firm in Wildflower Hall tender process

Mandi (Himachal Pradesh) | June 25, 2026 7:25:53 AM IST

Leader of the Opposition and former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur has accused the State government of acting against the State's interests in the Wildflower Hall property matter by allegedly framing tender conditions to benefit a specific ... read..

"Ensure justice for the innocent..." Tejashwi Yadav on alleged encounter of Bharat Bhushan Tiwari

Begusarai (Bihar) | June 25, 2026 6:25:58 AM IST

Bihar Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav on Wednesday targeted the state government over the alleged police encounter of 28-year-old Bharat Bhushan Tiwari, urging the administration to ensure justice for the innocent people. ... read..

"We will not pay the price for what Mamata Banerjee govt did": WB Minister Agnimitra Paul on Kolkata godown shed collapse

Kolkata (West Bengal) | June 25, 2026 6:25:56 AM IST

West Bengal Minister Agnimitra Paul on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the previous Mamata Banerjee-led TMC administration over the collapse of an under-construction godown shed in Kolkata's Taratala area, declaring that the current state governme ... read..

NCERT introduces section on Emergency in Class IX textbook for first time, flags it as 'Challenge to Democracy'

By Vishu Adhana New Delhi | June 25, 2026 9:55:56 AM IST

More than five decades after the Emergency was imposed in India, NCERT has, for the first time, introduced the topic in a Class 9 textbook, presenting it as "one of the major challenges," as the majority of fundamental rights were suspended. ... read..

Tripura plans to establish statewide water grid to reduce groundwater dependence in state

Agartala (Tripura) | June 25, 2026 4:56:38 AM IST

The Tripura government has initiated plans to establish a comprehensive Tripura Water Grid aimed at ensuring safe and clean drinking water for people across the state by harnessing surplus surface water from its rivers. ... read..

West Bengal Government forms SIT to probe Kolkata godown shed collapse

Kolkata (West Bengal) | June 25, 2026 3:55:58 AM IST

The Government of West Bengal on Wednesday constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the collapse of an under-construction godown shed in Kolkata's Taratala area. ... read..

PAC takes serious note of Andaman and Nicobar islands Chief Secretary skipping its meeting, seeks explanation

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 2:56:23 AM IST

Public Accounts Committee on Wednesday took serious note of Andaman and Nicobar Chief Secretary skipping its meeting on Wednesday and sought an explanation. ... read..

Delhi HC grants time to Salim Pistol to file response to plea against his interim bail

New Delhi | June 25, 2026 2:25:40 AM IST

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday granted time to Salim Ahmed alias Salim Pistol to file a response on a plea challenging the order granting him interim bail. ... read..

Assam has emerged as a state capable of attracting investment proposals worth Rs 5 lakh crore, says Assam FM Jayanta Mallabaruah

Guwahati (Assam) | June 25, 2026 1:56:31 AM IST

Assam State BJP organised a pre-budget discussion in Guwahati on Wednesday. During the meeting, Assam Finance Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah and State BJP president Dilip Saikia said that Assam's economy has undergone an unprecedented transformation between ... read..

Centre extends tenure of SPG chief Alok Sharma till March 2027

By Rajnish Singh New Delhi | June 25, 2026 1:26:22 AM IST

The Central government on Wednesday granted a nine-month extension in service to Special Protection Group (SPG) Director Alok Sharma till March 2027. ... read..

Karnataka: Five drown in Cauvery River near Muthathi; bodies recovered

Mandya (Karnataka) | June 24, 2026 11:56:40 PM IST

Five people, including four women, drowned in the Cauvery River near Muthathi in Malavalli taluk on Wednesday evening, a senior police officer said. ... read..

IRCTC fines Tejas Express food vendor Rs 1 lakh after fly found in meal

New Delhi | June 24, 2026 11:56:36 PM IST

The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has imposed a one lakh rupee fine and a show cause notice for termination of the license of the food vendor after a passenger alleged a fly was found in his meal served on board the Tejas Express ... read..

Haryana CM slams AAP, Congress; urges people of Punjab to make right choice in assembly polls

General News | June 24, 2026 11:56:34 PM IST

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has called upon Punjabis to "reclaim their lost glory" and move towards making Punjab the number one state in the country through development, good governance and politics guided by national interest. ... read..

"First thief is Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati": Swami Govindananda Saraswati accuses Joshimath Shankaracharya of Ram Mandir donations

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | June 24, 2026 11:56:31 PM IST

Swami Sri Govindananda Saraswati, a Deeksita Shishya of the late Jagadguru Shankaracharya Swami Sri Swaroopananda Saraswati, on Wednesday levelled serious accusations of theft and embezzlement against Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati. ... read..

Society can be guided towards better future by following ideals of great saints: Haryana CM

Chandigarh (Haryana) | June 24, 2026 11:56:29 PM IST

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has said that the lives of saints and great spiritual leaders serve as a source of inspiration for society, and it is only by following their teachings that the values of humanity, service, brotherhood, and spiritu ... read..

Bhagwant Mann no longer has moral authority to remain CM, should resign: Partap Singh Bajwa on viral video row

Amritsar (Punjab) | June 24, 2026 11:56:27 PM IST

Leader of Opposition in Punjab Assembly, Partap Singh Bajwa, on Wednesday launched a strong attack on Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government. ... read..

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