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Bhagwant Mann defended himself with a “mask theory” at a press conference, but the video he presented was different from the one that triggered the Akal Takht’s action and the wider sacrilege row, prompting fresh attacks from the opposition. As Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Thursday defended himself by claiming that an impostor wearing a mask…

Twelve bonded labourers were rescued from a factory in Uttar Pradesh’s Muzaffarnagar, where they were allegedly held captive, beaten and forced to work without pay for nearly two years. A joint team comprising the Labour Department, police and district administration conducted a raid on a utensil-manufacturing factory in Muzaffarnagar on Monday and rescued 12 bonded labourers who…

Officials stressed the document’s primary purpose is to enable international travel and establish identity abroad. Amid growing public confusion over the use of passports as proof of citizenship and eligibility for government benefits, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has clarified that an Indian passport is strictly a travel document and should not be treated as conclusive…

Ketan Agarwal fell to his death in a gorge at the Lohagad Fort while trekking with Siya. Initially, it was declared an accidental death. Police probe, however, revealed a sinister plan. Ketan Agarwal had no inkling of his fiancee Siya Goyal’s alleged affair with Chetan Chaudhary, but had felt something amiss because her phone would remain busy…

Re-NEET 2026: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan briefed the cabinet on successful completion of the NEET re-examination. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday applauded the successful conduct of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – Undergraduate (NEET UG) re-examination, saying the exercise demonstrated a “whole-of-government” approach and praising ministers and officials for their collective effort. Speaking at…

A drunken man climbed an 11,000-volt electricity pole and lay on overhead wires in Uttar Pradesh’s Maharajganj district, triggering panic among villagers. Officials suspended power supply and safely rescued him after hours of persuasion, with police confirming he was intoxicated. A drunken man’s bizarre stunt atop an 11,000-volt electricity pole triggered panic in Uttar Pradesh’s Maharajganj district…

A Brazilian psychic’s bizarre prediction of an alien invasion during the FIFA World Cup 2026 match between Brazil and Scotland in Miami has gone viral online. Vo Bahiana, who has over 23 million followers, claims recurring dreams showed UFOs abducting players and fans from Hard Rock Stadium. Despite widespread attention on social media, there is no evidence…

After two days of ministerial-level talks , Goyal appreciated US trade representative Greer’s leadership and the sustained efforts of both negotiating teams. Union commerce minister Piyush Goyal and US trade representative Jamieson Greer on Wednesday concluded “multiple rounds” of discussions on an interim trade deal , and made “substantial progress” the commerce ministry said in a statement…

The DGCA said interim action had been taken against the crew and the concerned air traffic controller for failing to report the incident. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has de-rostered the operating crew of an Air India flight and an air traffic controller after an aircraft briefly entered Pakistan’s Lahore airspace while attempting to land…

Pune Police detain Neeraj in Ketan Agarwal murder case, allege Siya and Chetan planned the killing at a cafe. In the latest development in the Ketan Agarwal murder case, the Pune Police have detained Neeraj, a friend of accused Chetan, in connection with the Ketan murder case and are investigating his possible involvement. The investigators also found…

A new book claims the US president rejected official tariff data and insisted India’s duties on American goods were at least 175%. United States President Donald Trump refused to accept his own administration’s data on Indian tariffs and lashed out at Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick for presenting figures that he believed vastly understated New Delhi’s duties on…

Alka Yagnik’s Padma Bhushan appearance renewed awareness about sensorineural hearing loss, prompting fans’ support and hearing health discussions. Veteran playback singer Alka Yagnik was conferred the prestigious Padma Bhushan by Droupadi Murmu during the investiture ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan. While fans celebrated the recognition of one of India’s most beloved voices, many also expressed concern after…

Vishal Agarwal, father of the 26-year-old real estate director, has described how Siya pushed Ketan from the fort on June 14. When Ketan survived by grabbing a bush, Siya shouted that a snake was approaching and then hugged him. Four days before Ketan Agarwal was pushed to his death from Maharashtra’s Lohagad Fort, his fiancee Siya Goyal…

Since fleeing India, Nirav Modi has faced extradition proceedings, asset seizures and multiple recovery actions by banks and enforcement agencies. Fugitive diamond trader Nirav Modi has suffered another legal setback in the United Kingdom. The London High Court has ruled in favour of Bank of India, holding Modi liable to pay more than $10.7 million — over…

Ahead of the arrival of large groups of Indian pilgrims, India’s Ambassador to China, Vikram Doraiswami, undertook the sacred Parikrama around Mount Kailash himself. For thousands of devotees, seeing the sacred Mount Kailash and taking a dip in the holy waters of Lake Manasarovar is a dream that often takes years, sometimes even decades, to come true.…

Rohit Sharma was awarded the Padma Shri by President Droupadi Murmu at the Civil Investiture Ceremony, in recognition of his contributions to Indian cricket. Rohit Sharma added another major national honour to his decorated career as he was conferred the Padma Shri by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday. The India cricket great was among…

The underlying science of the implant relies on groundbreaking medical research proving that cancer tissue operates as an electrically active entity In a revolutionary leap for neurotechnology, a San Francisco-based longevity startup with close ties to Elon Musk’s Neuralink has commenced human testing of a specialised brain implant designed to detect and treat cancer. The company, Coherence…

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif echoed this sentiment, highlighting that ballistic missiles were not addressed in the recent memorandum of understanding. Both leaders stressed the importance of regional stability and diplomatic efforts. Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian on Tuesday said Tehran’s ballistic missile programme was not included in the preliminary agreement that helped end the recent conflict and…

According to the party’s state general secretary, Rahul Kothari, 33% of women have been included in the executive committee. People belonging to all castes and communities have found a place in it. The first meeting of the executive committee will be held in Orchha on July 15. Some more BJP leaders may be included in the committee…

The BJP-led government in West Bengal has announced plans for a greenfield airport near Kalyani, around 50 km north of Kolkata. Once operational, it will make Kolkata India’s third metropolitan region with multiple commercial airports. Mamata Banerjee, as the CM, had resisted the Centre’s plan for a second airport. India’s civil aviation map is undergoing a big…

Speaking before security chiefs from BRICS nations and partner countries, including Russia, China, Iran, Brazil and South Africa, Doval said the grouping has a very special role to play in a world increasingly defined by instability and complex geopolitical challenges. At the 16th BRICS National Security Advisers’ Meeting in New Delhi, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval delivered…

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann urged youngsters working abroad to return home, promising regular jobs and fair recruitment. He said transparent hiring and stronger education would help the young people build their future in the state. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday urged young people from the state who are working abroad to return, saying…

India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval had a bilateral meeting with China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi on the sidelines of a BRICS meeting in New Delhi. India on Monday stressed “stable, predictable and constructive bilateral relations” with China, with the two sides preparing for the 25th round of boundary negotiations expected to be held later this year…

Tata Electronics said on Monday ​it had detected a recent “cybersecurity incident”, after researchers said World Leaks posted purported component design and specification papers of Apple and Tesla, both customers ‌of the Indian group. The ransomware group has posted more than 200,000 files on the dark web, the security researchers told Reuters. “A few weeks ago, Tata…

In a significant political development, six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs joined Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena on Monday. The MPs, including Omraje Nimbalkar and Sanjay Dina Patil, formally switched camps in the presence of Shinde and senior party leaders. In a significant setback for Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena (UBT), six of its nine Lok Sabha MPs on Monday…

India’s credit ecosystem has expanded over the past decade, yet a large section of the population remains outside the formal lending framework. For millions of Indians, the dream of owning a home often runs into a familiar obstacle: no credit history. Young professionals. First-job earners. Migrant workers. Freelancers. People who have never taken a loan or owned…

A preliminary examination of her mobile phone revealed two SIM cards and a Facebook account containing what officials described as objectionable content, including links to foreign profiles. A woman has been arrested in Jaipur by Rajasthan’s Anti-Terrorism Squad over alleged connections to a sleeper cell linked to the Pakistani terrorist organisation Jaish-e-Mohammed. The arrest was made following…

Allegations that crores of rupees in donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya were misappropriated have led to a political and legal controversy. The authorities handling donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya have come under the scanner following allegations that crores of rupees donated by devotees have been embezzled. The claims have led to demands for…

A dispute over licence fees for FIFA World Cup screenings has triggered concern among Kerala’s football fans and community organisers. The row reached the state Assembly, where the government promised intervention and a possible resolution. Licence fee notices issued for public screenings of FIFA World Cup matches have sparked a backlash in Kerala, with football fan clubs…

The Delhi High Court held that the bescoms’ challenge to the government’s preliminary notice for CAG audit was premature while leaving the legality of the audit to be decided by the Supreme Court. The Delhi High Court on Monday declined to interfere with the Delhi government’s proposal to initiate a Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) audit of…

Yogesh Dighe and Rikeba Jakap, residents of Badlapur, died on the spot. Two people died, and one sustained serious injuries as a BMW car rammed a divider on the Mumbai-Vadodara Highway in Mumbai’s Badlapur. The BMW Z4, a high-performance car, was completely shattered in the accident, with its parts scattered on the road. At the time of…

A bus and a truck collided on NH-27 in Jalpaiguri’s Ulladabri area, killing one person and injuring 25 others. Police are examining whether rain-slick roads caused the crash as the state announced compensation and treatment support. At least six persons were killed and 29 others were injured in a collision between a bus and a truck in…

Seven Nihang Sikhs have occupied the Nagarasu Gurdwara in Uttarakhand’s Rudraprayag district for over 30 hours, with one elderly sevadar still held hostage. Seven Nihang Sikhs have occupied the Nagarasu Gurdwara on the Hemkund Sahib pilgrimage route in Uttarakhand’s Rudraprayag district for more than 30 hours, with one elderly sevadar still being held hostage. The standoff at…

AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal questions lack of FIRs in the Ram Temple donation row, alleges theft of crores in offerings and valuables. He claims action against those involved could destabilise the government, while the SIT probe continues. Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday questioned the alleged lack of action in the Ram Temple…

A nine-month-old girl was allegedly taken from her home in Gorakhpur and assaulted by her 12-year-old maternal uncle. Police said the child is stable in hospital as legal action continues. A 12-year-old boy allegedly kidnapped his nine-month-old niece from beside her sleeping mother and raped her after watching pornographic content, police said in a shocking incident from…

Asaduddin Owaisi has urged Amit Shah to stop demolitions of mosques and dargahs in Rajasthan’s border districts. He has alleged selective targeting of Muslim religious sites while officials have yet to respond. AIMIM president and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi on Sunday alleged that mosques, dargahs and other Muslim religious structures were being selectively targeted for demolition in…

Indian shares advanced in early trade on Monday, tracking Asian peers after U.S.-Iran peace talks over the weekend ​raised hopes the months-long conflict could be heading for closure. The ‌first round of U.S.-Iran talks ended with progress on a roadmap for a final deal within 60 days, helping calm investor nerves after a tense opening marked by…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined International Yoga Day celebrations at Kolkata’s Red Road and urged people to make yoga a daily habit. Highlighting this year’s theme, “Yoga for Healthy Ageing,” he said yoga promotes fitness, reduces stress, keeps diseases at bay and helps maintain vitality with age. Modi also praised Bengal’s spiritual legacy and yoga traditions. Prime…

Supporters of India’s viral Cockroach Janta Party banged steel plates with spoons in a protest Saturday to demand the resignation of the education minister over allegations of examination irregularities and repeated paper leaks. The protest near Parliament in New Delhi by hundreds of students and young supporters of the nascent movement added to the pressure on Prime…

Pawan Khera took up the mantle to chastise his senior colleague. His message, though sarcastic, conveyed the party’s stern stance on Tharoor, drawing a sharp response from the MP. A global issue, support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, then reciprocal sniping — this peculiar trajectory has characterised Shashi Tharoor and the Congress’ relationship on several occasions over…

A software engineer’s viral post comparing Indian and US startup cultures has sparked debate online. Long working hours, late night calls and endless meetings are often seen as part of startup life. But for software engineer Devaansh Bhandari, working at a remote US based startup showed him that things can be very different. In a post on…

“Yoga can help human life to aspire for constant growth,” said Modi, adding that the target “is to be more energetic at 50 than we were at 30.” Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the 12th International Yoga Day (IYD) celebrations at Kolkata’s Red Road on Sunday morning, taking part in a mega event as thousands joined open-air…

The Congress has urged Goa’s Education Department to withdraw its circular mandating Yoga Day attendance on Sunday. The dispute has widened into a debate over parental choice, holidays and the politicisation of yoga. The Congress on Saturday asked Goa’s Education Department to withdraw its circular making it compulsory for school students and teachers to attend Yoga Day…

An unidentified person allegedly tried to set fire to the PWD Sub-Divisional Office in Jafrabad. Posters and a social media video backing a farm loan waiver have widened the police probe. Maharashtra’s Jalna district has triggered a police investigation after officials recovered diesel-filled bottles and posters demanding complete farm loan waivers from the scene. The incident took…

Kerala reported 13 more Shigella infections on Saturday, taking June’s total to 133. The rise came as health teams intensified surveillance while Nipah contacts in Kozhikode tested negative. Shigella infections continued to rise in Kerala on Saturday, with 13 more cases reported even as health authorities stepped up surveillance and containment measures, officials said. The state has…

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh underlines the importance of self-reliance in securing India’s borders amid new-age threats. He said changing warfare and Operation Sindoor underline the need for constant adaptation and capability. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said that self-reliance, or Aatmanirbharta, is central to ensuring India’s national security on its own terms, stressing that technological agility,…

Two men allegedly posed as CBI officers and robbed a trader of Rs 25 lakh at Balapur bus stand. Police arrested them within 12 hours, recovered the cash and began checking its source. In a swift breakthrough, the Akola Local Crime Branch (LCB) arrested two men within 12 hours of their allegedly posing as Central Bureau of…

A Delhi NGO worker was allegedly molested and disrobed by a mob in Odisha’s Rayagada after being mistaken for a child-lifter. The attack has triggered a sharp political row as police arrested 21 people and promised more action. The alleged molestation and disrobing of a 22-year-old NGO worker in Odisha’s Rayagada district after a mob mistook her…

Nearly a year after the Air India AI-171 crash in Ahmedabad, about 9% of victim families have not accepted the ₹1 crore ex-gratia compensation, while 4% have not taken the interim ₹25 lakh payment. Air India and Tata Sons said 96% families received interim aid and 91% accepted final payouts, with delays linked to documentation and disputes.…

The CBSE-OSM controversy exposes deeper faults in cybersecurity audits, procurement and institutional accountability In February 2026, Nisarga Adhikary, a 19-year-old security researcher and Grade 12 student, discovered vulnerabilities in the online platform used for Central Board of Secondary Education’s (CBSE) pilot on on-screen marking (OSM) system. CBSE used a platform developed by Coempt Eduteck Private Limited, a…

Deadlines for new lines: ORR line trial run by October, full Pink Line by March 2027 Bengaluru: In his first review meeting of the Namma Metro project on Friday, Greater Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda blamed “mismanaged” metro worksites for Bengaluru’s “visual disfigurement” and some of its severe traffic congestion. He also set fresh timelines for…

India secured a major diplomatic victory as Vivek Aggarwal, a senior IAS officer and Union Secretary, was elected Vice President of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). The MEA hailed the appointment as a “major win for India”, highlighting the country’s growing influence in combating money laundering, terror financing, and emerging financial threats globally. In a significant…

Tension flared at Kolkata Airport on Friday as TMC and BJP supporters clashed ahead of Abhishek Banerjee’s arrival from Delhi, where he had met Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. TMC and BJP supporters clashed at Kolkata Airport on Friday evening just before the arrival of Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee, who was returning from Delhi after meeting…

Despite being banned in 31 countries over concerns about DNA damage, toxicity and environmental harm, Dimethoate continues to be sold in India due to its low cost and effectiveness, with regulators opting for partial restrictions instead of a complete ban. A pesticide that has been banned across much of the developed world continues to be widely available…

Single At 60, Lagaan Actor Suhasini Mulay Found Love On Facebook, Married Scientist Atul Gurtu Within 75 Days Veteran actress Suhasini Mulay, known for her memorable performances in films such as Lagaan and Jodhaa Akbar, has revealed how she found love at the age of 60 and married within just 75 days of meeting her future husband.…

India is coordinating with multiple ministries & stakeholders to ensure the safe return of ships & energy cargoes from the Persian Gulf amid regional tensions. While LNG carrier Disha safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz & is set to berth at Dahej, no other Indian-flagged vessel has exited the region. Authorities have repatriated over 3,639 seafarers, while…

Cross-voting came as a reality check for the JD(S), which had only 18 votes but had entered the fray only to test party cohesion ahead of the Bengaluru civic polls and the Assembly election two years from now. Bengaluru: The Karnataka Legislative Council election Thursday delivered a major setback to the BJP and JD(S) after some of…

The survivor said the attackers took her to a desolate place outside her house and raped her. When she tried to raise an alarm, they sliced her chest and thigh with a blade. Five men barged into a house in Bihar’s Begusarai, locked the homeowner and brutally gang-raped his wife. The survivor was later admitted to a…

The woman, from Rajkot, drank acid and was rushed to a hospital by her husband. A married woman in Rajkot has attempted suicide after a man and his accomplices sexually exploited and blackmailed her, and tried to force her to change her religion. In her police complaint, the survivor said she connected with the main accused on…

The Uttar Pradesh government has formed an SIT to probe the alleged theft of donations to Ram Temple in Ayodhya. The allegations of theft of donation money at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya have left Prime Minister Narendra Modi worried, said Nripendra Mishra, a retired IAS officer who heads the Temple Construction Committee. He revealed that the…

The techie said he got selected in the H-1B lottery on his first attempt and adopted a dog and bought a car after switching to H-1B status. An Indian techie has opened up about returning home after spending 5 years in the US, saying a series of layoffs, visa troubles and mounting uncertainty left him “exhausted and…

Rajasthan Police arrested social media influencer Netal and her alleged lover Gumansingh for allegedly murdering her husband, Tejaram, and dumping his body in a water tank in Barmer after luring him under the pretext of searching for her. Rajasthan Police have arrested a social media influencer and her alleged lover for the murder of her husband in…

India and the US are in the final stages of concluding an interim bilateral trade agreement, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump directing officials to expedite its completion. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Thursday said India and the United States are in the “final stages” of concluding an interim bilateral trade agreement, with Prime…

The Bihar government has transferred 29 IPS officers in a wide police reshuffle affecting key districts and city postings. The move is the first major administrative overhaul under Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary and takes immediate effect. In the first major administrative shake-up since Samrat Chaudhary took over as Bihar Chief Minister, the state government has transferred 50…

The student was identified as Anunkeerthana, who had already appeared for NEET twice and was preparing to take the examination again. A 19-year-old NEET aspirant died by suicide in Tamil Nadu’s Coimbatore district, triggering fresh protests against the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) and reigniting the state’s long-standing demand for exemption from the medical entrance examination. Police identified…

The Supreme Court’s draft AI Regulations go well beyond existing precedents from other countries. But a few critical areas still need addressing. A well-reasoned decision is pronounced by a trial court in Andhra Pradesh, but the case laws referred to in the judgment turn out to be non-existent and mere Artificial Intelligence (AI) hallucinations. The Supreme Court…

India and the European Union on Wednesday emphasised the need to speed up the signing and implementation of a free trade agreement India and the European Union on Wednesday emphasised the need to speed up the signing and implementation of a free trade agreement as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the top EU leadership discussed ways to…

A techie claimed that their firm fired 45 developers, 90% of the team, to replace them with AI. An anonymous tech architect has exposed the brutal reality of AI-driven job displacement in a viral social media post. The employee recounted returning from a corporate meeting with instructions to terminate 45 colleagues, effectively eliminating 90 per cent of…

A woman strongly urged Indians to leave the country and relocate overseas, suggesting destinations such as the USA, the UK, and Australia. A video by a content creator urging Indians to relocate abroad for five to six years has ignited a fierce debate on Instagram. She argued that leaving the country, even for a few years, will…

The ED searched 11 premises in Karnal, Delhi and Goa in the Mahesh Timber money laundering probe. The agency alleges manipulated letters of credit and forged trade papers were used to route the proceeds. The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Chandigarh Zonal Unit, has conducted search operations at 11 premises in Karnal, Delhi and Goa linked to Ashok…

A man was allegedly beaten to death in Bihar’s Samastipur’s Harpur Bhindi village on Wednesday. The killing sparked an NH-28 blockade as residents demanded swift arrests and a thorough probe. Tension prevailed in Bihar’s Samastipur district after a man was allegedly beaten to death by miscreants in Harpur Bhindi village under Tajpur police station limits on Wednesday.…

Lionel Messi’s ‘GOAT India Tour’ visit to Kolkata last year had spiralled from a grand celebration into an aggressive stadium riot due to rampant VIP mismanagement and severe security breaches. Football legend Lionel Messi’s office has written to Kolkata Police, saying the promoter of his Kolkata event last year was not responsible for the chaos that disrupted…

Reacting to the move to temporarily ban Telegram, Kejriwal alleged that the government was resorting to symbolic measures instead of addressing the root cause of paper leaks. AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday criticised the Centre’s decision to temporarily restrict access to Telegram ahead of the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination, calling the move “absurd” and alleging that…

The Panchana Dam water dispute is increasingly being viewed as more than a fight over irrigation. Many observers see it as reflecting broader social and political tensions, particularly between sections of the Gujjar and Meena communities. The waters of the Panchana Dam, eastern Rajasthan’s largest earthen dam, have once again become the centre of a major dispute.…

Hundreds of candidates returning from a constable recruitment exam triggered chaos at Katihar Railway Station after being stopped from boarding the Rajdhani Express. Scenes of chaos unfolded at Bihar’s Katihar Railway Station on Tuesday evening when hundreds of candidates returning from a constable recruitment examination surged towards the Rajdhani Express, triggering a major commotion that eventually led…

P Radha Gayatri was on a trip with her husband, Soumya Sricharan, who also works in the IT sector but in Pune. A 27-year-old IT professional from Delhi was found dead at a homestay in Uttarakhand’s Mussoorie, police said on Tuesday. The woman has been identified as P Radha Gayatri, who worked with an IT firm in…

As Rahul Gandhi prepares to address thousands of students in Kota over alleged exam irregularities and paper leaks, the BJP has accused Congress of politicising the issue, setting the stage for a high-voltage showdown. With the NEET paper leak controversy once again at the centre of national debate, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is set to hold a…

Long before the BJP won Bengal, Mithun Chakraborty had built a connection with audiences that politics alone could not create. In 2026, that old screen nostalgia turned into political recall as Bengal voted for change. Mithun da is one of the unsung heroes of the BJP’s Bengal sweep. “In 2026, the masnad (throne) will be ours [BJP’s],…

A verbal altercation broke out between SpiceJet staff and passengers at West Bagdogra Airport after flight to Delhi was cancelled. A SpiceJet staff member was involved in a heated verbal altercation with passengers, including shouting abuses at them, following the cancellation of a flight at West Bengal’s Bagdogra Airport last week. The airline has suspended the female…

According to exclusive details obtained from intelligence sources and corroborated by recent satellite imagery, Beijing is rapidly advancing the project despite persistent objections from New Delhi. China has officially commenced the construction of the world’s largest dam on the lower reaches of the Yarlung Tsangpo river in Tibet, located just 50 kilometres from the Indian border. The…

A 23-year-old woman in Dehradun allegedly died by suicide after struggling with repeated NEET attempts. Police recovered a note for her parents as investigators examine evidence and await the post-mortem report. A 23-year-old woman in Dehradun allegedly died by suicide after reportedly struggling to clear the NEET examination, leaving behind a note for her parents that read,…

The latest Nipah case in the state was confirmed on June 11 after test results of a 43-year-old man from Ramanattukara here returned positive. According to the Health Department, 103 persons are currently on the Nipah contact list. No new Nipah cases have been reported in Kozhikode district and no fresh contacts have been added to the…

Police have arrested a Khargone cooperative bank cashier accused of stealing over Rs 41 lakh. Investigators are checking her claim that most of the money was lost in online gaming and tracing whether others were involved. A 44-year-old woman cashier accused of stealing more than Rs 41 lakh from a cooperative bank in Madhya Pradesh’s Khargone has…

The incident took place on Sunday in Hapur when Sahil, a resident of Dadri, was travelling with his family to a relative’s house in neighbouring Meerut district. According to officials, the family was diverted onto an alternative route suggested by Google Maps after a road near the Delhi Phatak overbridge was closed for repair work. Five members…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Slovakia’s highest civilian award during his visit to Bratislava. The trip also marked the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Slovakia since its independence and saw both sides deepen cooperation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred Slovakia’s highest civilian award, the Order of the White Double Cross (1st Class), during…

Omar Abdullah said the National Conference will hold its planned Jantar Mantar sit-in over Jammu and Kashmir statehood. He said the protest is meant to remind the Centre of assurances made in court, Parliament and public statements. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said his National Conference will go ahead with its decision to hold a sit-in…

The Centre has constituted a high-level committee under Justice Prakash Prabhakar Naolekar to study demographic changes in border districts, metropolitan cities and industrial hubs. The panel will assess migration patterns, security implications and population trends before submitting its report to the Home Ministry within a year. The Centre is preparing to take a closer look at rapidly…

The fires and collapses in recent weeks are rooted in Delhi’s decades of unplanned expansion that pushed millions into neighbourhoods never designed for safety. It’s been a year, but Tahir Khan, 35 still recalls the day he was handed his waiter’s uniform. The job only offered ₹12,000 a month – barely enough to scrape a living for…

There is a possibility that Manipur, which was otherwise scheduled to go to the polls with these states, may have elections at a later date. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders in the poll-bound states of Goa, Punjab, Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh are gearing up for the possibility of assembly elections being advanced by at least a month,…

In a statement, US Central Command said the military gave the crew 15 minutes to get out of the engine room before the shots were fired that disabled the ship. The Palau-flagged commercial vessel, which came under the US military’s attack in the Gulf of Oman, had reportedly “dismissed” nearly “60 verbal warnings” and at least “eight…

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi expressed readiness to ally with opposition parties if treated with respect and equal status to stop BJP in Uttar Pradesh. The Congress and the Samajwadi Party have taken differing positions on the prospect of an alliance with AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly election, exposing contrasting approaches within…

The Akal Takht has asked the Sikh community to have nothing to do with the AAP leader. Coming out strongly against Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the Akal Takht has declared him ‘anti-Guru’ and asked the ‘panth’, or the Sikh community, to have nothing to do with him. The Akal Takht is the highest temporal seat of…

It’s common knowledge that ticks can spread infections that cause serious illnesses, including Lyme disease. Now health officials are trying to raise awareness of a lesser-known problem: a life-threatening allergy to meat triggered by tick bites. The problem, known as alpha-gal syndrome, was first linked to a particular species of ticks about 15 years ago. But cases…

The Indian Army has unveiled Army Uniforms-2026, recasting dress, ceremony and grooming rules. The changes bring in more Indian elements, trim colonial-era practices and tighten appearance standards. In a major step towards reshaping military traditions around Indian values and contemporary operational requirements, the Indian Army has introduced a comprehensive new dress code that replaces several colonial-era practices…