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PoK protests enter 19th day over 12 refugee election seats
The unrest in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir entered its 19th day as authorities detained 35 more protesters, while a food blockade and internet blackout continue to disrupt daily life.
NEET-UG re-exam nationwide for 2,279,000+ students Dharmendra Pradhan urges fearlessness
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan expressed confidence in the NTA and urged NEET-UG candidates to appear fearlessly, emphasizing calmness and self-trust.
Zakhira's Amar Park and Sultanpuri residents left with 5L daily
Residents in Delhi's Zakhira and Sultanpuri face acute water shortages, with taps running dry for months and occasional supply being contaminated and foul-smelling.
Maharashtra braces for monsoon with widespread rain from June 23
Monsoon is expected to advance further in Maharashtra this week, bringing increased rainfall activity across Mumbai and other districts starting June 22.
Abhijeet Dipke plays cricket at Jantar Mantar protesting exam leaks
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke was seen playing cricket at Jantar Mantar during a protest, aiming to engage Gen Z and highlight issues like exam paper leaks and student suicides.
India backs SMRs with ₹20,000-cr mission under AERB oversight
Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) are advanced nuclear reactors with 30-300 MWe capacity, offering cost-effective, modular designs for clean energy and industrial decarbonisation.
PM Modi leads International Day of Yoga celebrations in Kolkata
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the national celebration of the 12th International Day of Yoga at Kolkata's iconic Red Road on Sunday.
Narendra Modi to lead 12th International Yoga Day in Kolkata
Kolkata's Red Road hosts PM Modi for Yoga Day, prompting extensive road closures and diversions across central Kolkata. Commuters should plan alternate routes today.
Mumbai BEST strike grounds 2,676 busses on 2nd day
Mumbai's bus services ground to a halt as the indefinite BEST workers' strike entered its second day, prompting special MSRTC bus arrangements for NEET re-exam candidates.
Sheikh Sana, 19, allegedly died by suicide before NEET re-test
A 19-year-old NEET aspirant, Sheikh Sana, allegedly died by suicide in Hyderabad's Miyapur, leaving a note stating no one was responsible, just a day before the NEET re-test.
PM Narendra Modi kicks off International Yoga Day in Kolkata
Top ministers and chief ministers across India participated in International Yoga Day celebrations, with PM Modi leading the event from Kolkata's Red Road.
Narendra Modi leads 12th International Yoga Day spotlighting healthy aging
PM Modi emphasized yoga's role in promoting healthy ageing, urging people to integrate it into daily life for enhanced flexibility, energy, and resilience across all age groups.
Mumbai to receive 1st proper monsoon showers and heavier rains
Mumbai's monsoon, held back by dry air, is now regaining momentum as rainbands and storm cells form, signaling the arrival of showers starting Sunday evening.
Authorities demolish religious structure in Malana, Barmer, Rajasthan sparking criticism
The demolition of a religious structure near the India-Pakistan border in Barmer has triggered political backlash, with Congress accusing the Centre of inciting tension.
PM Narendra Modi kicks off International Yoga Day in Kolkata
PM Modi leads 12th International Yoga Day celebrations from Kolkata, emphasizing yoga's unifying energy across India and its role in promoting health and well-being.
Maharashtra cyber police file FIR over fake Girish Mahajan photos
Maharashtra Cyber police registered an FIR after alleged AI-generated photos of water resources minister Girish Mahajan with a young woman went viral, sparking defamation claims.
Bombay High Court allows buyers to claim interest, upholds deadlines
The Bombay High Court affirmed flat buyers' absolute right under RERA to claim compensatory interest for delayed possession, regardless of accepting revised timelines.
Takiya Wali Masjid demolished in Rajpur-Khampur after Allahabad HC ruling
A 70-year-old mosque in Rajpur-Khampur village was demolished following Allahabad High Court orders, citing its construction on government pond land.
Himachal Pradesh rolls out 'Green to Gold' cannabis licensing scheme
Himachal Pradesh aims to generate ₹2,000 crore annually by legalizing and regulating industrial hemp cultivation, transforming the state into a hub for eco-friendly industries.
Talegaon Dabhade 19-year-old drowns following police questioning of companion
A 19-year-old girl drowned near Talegaon Dabhade on Saturday, allegedly panicking and entering the lake when police questioned her companion about possible illegal activity.
Hafeeza Begum reportedly discharged then gave roadside birth in Bandipora
A woman in Bandipora, Jammu and Kashmir, delivered a baby on the roadside after being discharged from a hospital. Authorities have initiated an inquiry to investigate the incident.
India to host BRICS NSA meeting June 22 and 23
India will host the BRICS National Security Advisers’ meeting on June 22-23, chaired by NSA Ajit Doval, focusing on non-traditional security challenges and emerging threats.
Delhi to begin child safety inspections of schools from July
The Delhi government and police will jointly inspect schools from July 2026 to ensure compliance with child protection measures under the Pocso Act and related safety protocols.
Delhi Police to blacklist Hira's Begampur Hospital over trafficking allegations
Delhi Police will request the Delhi Medical Council to revoke a doctor's license and blacklist Hira’s Multi Speciality Hospital for facilitating interstate child trafficking.
Over 9,000 devotees leave Jammu for Kheer Bhawani Mela
Over 9,000 Kashmiri Pandits departed Jammu in a convoy of 200 buses for the annual Kheer Bhawani Mela, marking a significant rise in participation compared to previous years.
NEET-UG re-exam: NTA rebuts claim of random Abu Dhabi assignment
The National Testing Agency (NTA) stated that a Nagpur student voluntarily selected an Abu Dhabi exam centre for the NEET-UG re-exam, later shifting it to Nagpur upon request.
Police book 5 in alleged 3000 cr fake GST racket
Police have booked five men in Punjab for allegedly operating a Rs 3,000 crore fake GST invoice racket involving shell firms, bogus transactions, and large-scale cash withdrawals.
Delhi carpenter arrested after argument led to 2-year-old son's death
A 34-year-old carpenter in southeast Delhi was arrested for allegedly assaulting his wife and two children, leading to the death of his two-year-old son.
Maharashtra: 40 devotees trapped under debris in temple roof collapse
A tragic incident occurred at the Yashwadi Maruti Temple in Parbhani district, Maharashtra, on Saturday.
Ranchi RSS office attack linked to larger conspiracy: Police
The investigation into the petrol bomb attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) office in Ranchi has revealed a possible larger conspiracy, police have stated.
Won't leave until...: CJP founder seeks to extend Delhi protest
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has demanded an extension of his protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar. The protest was launched over alleged examination irregularities and repeated paper leaks.
PM Modi praises Murmu, announces solar village in Odisha
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was present at the "Vikas Ra Dhara, Odisha Sara" event in Mayurbhanj on Saturday. The event celebrated two years of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in Odisha.
60kg silver vanishes from Ram temple donation records: Report
A massive controversy has erupted at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, with 60kg of silver bars going missing from the temple's collection records, as per a report by India Today.
Honey-trap espionage case: Charges framed against ex-DRDO scientist
A special court in Pune has framed charges against Pradeep Kurulkar, a former scientist of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), in a honey-trap espionage case. The trial is scheduled to begin in July.
NEET-UG Nagpur candidate mistakenly assigned exam center in Abu Dhabi
A candidate from Nagpur, Abdullah Mohammad Talib, was mistakenly assigned an examination center in Abu Dhabi for the Re-NEET UG 2026 exam.
5-year consensual relationship can't constitute rape, says Allahabad HC
The Allahabad High Court has ruled that a long-term consensual relationship between two adults, which went on for nearly five years, cannot be classified as rape just because a promise to marry was not fulfilled.
Indian government bans 16 fixed-dose drugs for irrational combinations
In a major public health move, the Indian government has banned 16 fixed-dose drug combinations (FDCs), including antibiotics and topical formulations.
Interim relief to 'Khan Sir' extended amid Patna coaching dispute
A Bihar court has granted interim relief to educator Faisal Khan, popularly known as "Khan Sir," in an anticipatory bail plea.
Monsoon stalls in India; Pune introduces odd-even water supply system
India's southwest monsoon, which entered through Kerala on June 4, has slowed down considerably this year. After covering parts of Bihar, Jharkhand, and Madhya Pradesh, its progress has stalled.
Right to walk on demarcated footpaths a fundamental right: SC
The Supreme Court has held that the right to walk on safe, demarcated footpaths is a fundamental right.
As glaciers vanish, Ladakh turns to man-made ice pyramids
Farmers in Ladakh's remote Himalayan villages are resorting to building artificial glaciers to tackle severe water shortages.
Chhattisgarh man force-feeds wife urine, makes child participate
A woman in Chhattisgarh's Koriya district has accused her husband of torturing and humiliating her in front of their children.
Guilty in Ram Mandir embezzlement will not escape: Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has assured that those found guilty in the alleged embezzlement of funds at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya will be punished.
Family awaits compensation after 'monkeys steal, rain melts' ₹1cr-worth gold
A year after an FIR was lodged in the strange Lakhimpur Kheri malkhana case, a family is still waiting for compensation.
Jharkhand: 3 ISI-linked locals held for RSS office bomb attack
The recent attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) office in Ranchi has been linked to a Pakistan-backed terror outfit, Tehreek-e-Taliban Hindustan (TTH), according to investigations.
Manali's waste management crisis worsens during peak tourist season
Manali, a popular tourist destination in Himachal Pradesh, is facing a severe waste management crisis. The problem has only worsened during the peak tourist season, with garbage piling up at major attractions such as Rohtang Pass and Solang Nala.
India-US FTA 'in final stages': MEA after Modi-Trump G7 talks
India and the United States are on the verge of finalizing an interim trade agreement, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri announced on Thursday.
CJP demands ₹1cr compensation for NEET aspirants' suicide cases
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has demanded compensation of ₹1 crore for each family of National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) aspirants who died by suicide due to the recent paper leak crisis.
Delhi High Court upholds Centre's temporary ban on Telegram
The Delhi High Court has upheld the central government's decision to temporarily ban the messaging platform Telegram ahead of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test undergraduate (NEET-UG) re-examination on June 21.
500 boats to mark International Day of Yoga on Hooghly
This International Day of Yoga, Kolkata is all set to make a splash with over 500 boats participating in a grand yoga session on the Hooghly River.
Monsoon delay: India faces 41% rainfall deficit this month
India's southwest monsoon has hit a major roadblock, especially over southern Maharashtra.
Bihar: Woman gang-raped by 5 men, bullet removed from vagina
A woman in Begusarai, Bihar, was allegedly gang-raped by five men on June 11.
5 tips to pass your learner's license test
Getting a learner's license is the first step toward becoming a confident driver.
Delhi: Man kills house help for 'bad energy' affecting son
In a shocking incident in South Delhi's upscale Kailash Hills, Dr. Manish Gupta (54) allegedly killed his 45-year-old house help, Meena Haldar.
The ultimate besan cheela trail across India
A popular street breakfast option in India, besan cheela, is a savory pancake made from gram flour.
'Guru,' 7 associates sexually exploit, cheat Pune woman for 15yrs
The Pune Police have arrested a self-styled guru and his seven associates for allegedly sexually exploiting and cheating a 41-year-old woman from Haryana for nearly 15 years.
Telegram becoming 'new dark web,' used for child exploitation: Centre
The Indian government has accused messaging platform Telegram of becoming a "new dark web" for various illegal activities.
'Justice' protests erupt in Tamil Nadu after NEET aspirant's suicide
A 19-year-old National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) aspirant, Anunkeerthana, died by suicide in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.
Isolated, monitored 24/7 on CCTV, newly-married woman dies by suicide
A 26-year-old woman, Vishakha Tilkar, allegedly died by suicide at her Ambernath home in Maharashtra, about 48 days after her marriage.
Indian seafarer's body reaches home but family refuses to take
The mortal remains of Indian seafarer Shiv Anand Chaurasia, who was killed in a United States military strike on merchant vessel MT Settebello in the Gulf of Oman, reached his home village in Uttar Pradesh's Deoria district on Wednesday.
Why has southwest monsoon's progress stalled over Maharashtra? IMD explains
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said that the Southwest Monsoon's progress over parts of Maharashtra has been stalled due to unfavorable large-scale meteorological conditions.
Cleric arrested in IAF official wife's 'forced conversion' case
The Nagpur police have arrested a cleric, Hazrat Maulana, wanted in the alleged forced conversion of a 24-year-old woman. The arrest was made from Madhya Pradesh.
Famous Indian travel spots that feel too crowded
India is home to several tourist destinations that are often touted as must-visit places. However, some of these spots may not live up to the hype.
Simple tips for applying for a divorce certificate
Applying for a divorce certificate in India can be tedious, but with the right preparation, it can be a smooth process.
India's yearly defense production hits record ₹1.78L crore
India's annual defense production has hit a record high of ₹1.78 lakh crore in the financial year 2025-26, a major milestone in the country's journey toward self-reliance in defense manufacturing.
Class-12 topper, preparing for NEET, dies by suicide in Dehradun
A 23-year-old woman, Riya Kumari Thapa, allegedly died by suicide at her home in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
Petrol bombs thrown at RSS office in Ranchi
Petrol bombs were at the RSS office in Ranchi in Jharkhand early Wednesday morning.
10-year-old girl gangraped, strangled to death in Assam
In a horrific incident, a 10-year-old girl was allegedly raped and murdered in Barpeta district of Assam.
5 smart tips for updating your Aadhaar card
Updating your Aadhaar card is essential to keep your personal information accurate and up to date.
How to renew your educational credentials
Renewing educational credentials can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to paperwork.
10 mercy petitions didn't affect Savarkar's 'Veer' title: Grandnephew
Satyaki Savarkar, the grandnephew of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, has defended the "Veer" (brave) title conferred on his granduncle by the public.
India successfully tests Tomahawk-like cruise missile
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully flight-tested the Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM) from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island off Odisha's coast.
Mumbai's hottest June night recorded as monsoon delayed
Mumbai has been experiencing an unprecedented heatwave, with the city recording its hottest June night on Friday.
A simple guide to managing marriage documents
Organizing marriage registration documents can be a daunting task, but it does not have to be.
Your guide to fixing errors in Indian educational documents
Correcting errors in Indian educational documents can be a daunting task. However, knowing the process and requirements can make it a lot easier.
NTA director defends Telegram ban ahead of NEET retest
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has defended its decision to temporarily block Telegram ahead of the re-NEET examination on June 21.
'I'm going far away': Another NEET aspirant dies by suicide
A 22-year-old student preparing for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) was found dead in Sikar, Rajasthan, on Monday.
Ram Mandir funds misappropriation case: SIT questions trust employees
A three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) that began its operation on Monday is probing the alleged misappropriation of funds at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.
NCERT to restore original 'Dancing Girl' image in textbook
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has decided to restore the original image of the "Dancing Girl" from Mohenjo-daro in its Class 9 Arts Education textbook.
IAF officer's wife alleges rape, blackmail, forced conversion; 2 arrested
A 24-year-old woman, the wife of an Indian Air Force officer, has accused her former classmate of drugging and raping her.
NEET-UG re-exam: India imposes temporary restrictions on Telegram
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has welcomed the central government's decision to impose temporary restrictions on the messaging platform Telegram.
Doctor's prescription now mandatory for all 'syrups,' including cough
The central government has tightened regulations on the sale of syrups, including cough syrups, by amending the Drugs Rules, 1945.
Thunderstorms, heavy rainfall forecast in parts of Northeast, eastern India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted thunderstorms in Delhi and adjoining areas, along with heavy rainfall in parts of the Northeast and eastern India.
Why Haryana wants private companies to adopt WFH
The Haryana government has urged private companies to adopt work from home (WFH) policies and staggered office timings.
Cockroach party founder Abhijeet Dipke slapped multiple times in Jaipur
Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), was slapped by some people during a protest in Jaipur.
Bengaluru man stabs wife 20 times in front of children
In a shocking incident, a 32-year-old home guard was stabbed to death by her husband around 20 times in front of her children and family members at her parental residence in Bengaluru's Mahadevapura on Sunday evening.
Massive dust storm hits Rajasthan; visibility drops to almost zero
A massive dust storm hit the Churu district of Rajasthan on Monday. The storm reduced visibility to near zero, disrupting traffic movement on highways.
Haryana asks firms to implement WFH, staggered timings in Gurugram
The Haryana government has urged private firms to implement work-from-home (WFH) policies and staggered office timings.
Pilots' body flags timeline, RAT deployment in AI171 crash report
The Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) has raised concerns over the preliminary report of the Air India Flight AI171 crash.
NCERT textbook clothes Mohenjo-daro's 'Dancing Girl' to make it 'age-appropriate'
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has modified the iconic "Dancing Girl" figurine from Mohenjo-daro in its new Class 9 arts textbook.