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Kerala homemaker Mini Antony receives 'Toofan' badge from Ramesh Chennithala
In 2014, homemaker Mini Antony's plea about rising drug abuse among students in her coastal village spurred Kerala's government to launch the "Clean Campus, Safe Campus" campaign.
India restricts sale of IVF lab supplies to registered clinics
Following allegations of embryo mix-up at a Delhi clinic, the CDSCO has restricted the sale of IVF lab supplies to registered fertility centres, aiming to enhance patient safety.
Andhra Pradesh to host 9 stations on Hyderabad-Amaravati-Chennai corridor
Tirupati is poised for enhanced connectivity with two high-speed rail corridors, as Andhra Pradesh emerges as South India's hub for bullet train networks.
Vishal Tiwari files Supreme Court PIL seeking online content rules
A PIL filed in the Supreme Court urges regulation of social media and OTT content, citing insensitive remarks on cadavers and a viral "Rs 370 biryani" stand-up comedy segment.
Ketan Agarwal pushed off Lohagad Fort, police say fiancee plotted
Sahil Goyal, brother of accused Siya Goyal, told police the family would have canceled her wedding to Ketan Agarwal if she had expressed discomfort.
Gurgaon's DLF Phases I to V sealing leaves tenants stranded
A sudden sealing drive in Gurgaon’s DLF Phases I-V has displaced tenants, including young professionals and families, forcing them to vacate accommodations within hours.
Banks across India closed today for RBI 4th Saturday holiday
Banks across India are closed today, 27 June, for the fourth Saturday holiday as per RBI guidelines. Online banking services remain operational for seamless transactions.
PM Modi guest of honor at Seychelles's 50th Independence Day
Starting with five Indians in 1770, persons of Indian origin now form 5% of Seychelles' population, reflecting centuries-old migration and cultural connections.
Champat Rai resigns after former aide's temple donation misuse arrest
From a college lecturer jailed during the Emergency to the operational head of the Ram Mandir project, Champat Rai’s decades-long dedication shaped his prominence in Ayodhya.
West Bengal to roll out 2 laws targeting organized crime
West Bengal’s BJP government plans to introduce two bills enabling preventive detention for up to 12 months and property confiscation to tackle organized crime and public disorder.
Ayodhya Ram Mandir probe: SIT names 70 suspects, 8 arrested
Eight lower-ranking officials face arrest in the Ayodhya Ram Mandir donation scandal, while top Trust leaders like Nripendra Mishra and Champat Rai remain unaccountable.
Satpura forest range officer suspended after video shows feeding deer
A Satpura Tiger Reserve officer was suspended after a viral video showed him feeding poha to a rescued sambar deer, sparking criticism for violating wildlife management protocols.
Indian Embassy repatriates 12 bodies from Ras Laffan Industrial City
The Indian Embassy in Doha confirmed the repatriation of eight Indian nationals' mortal remains on June 26, following the Ras Laffan accident that claimed 12 lives.
Pardeep Kumar seeks anticipatory bail over IDFC First 657cr fraud
Suspended Haryana IAS officer Pardeep Kumar has sought anticipatory bail amid a CBI probe into his alleged involvement in the ₹657-crore IDFC First Bank fraud case.
India unveils ₹2 trillion plan to build 10,000km bypasses
India plans a ₹2 trillion initiative to build 10,000 km of bypasses and ring roads around 500 cities by FY31, aiming to ease urban congestion and boost highway efficiency.
BSES Rajdhani Power Limited schedules power cuts in Delhi today
BSES Rajdhani Power Limited (BRPL) has scheduled power outages across south, west, and southwest Delhi on June 27 for maintenance and infrastructure upgrades.
Delhi monsoon delayed past June 27, IMD forecasts rain soon
Delhi's monsoon onset is delayed beyond its usual June 27 date, with IMD predicting thunderstorms and rain over the next few days, offering relief from intense heat.
IIT Bombay planning long island campus with SUNY Old Westbury
IIT Bombay will establish its first US sub-campus by 2027 at SUNY Old Westbury, focusing on AI, sustainability, and clean technology programs.
Bombay High Court allows unmarried student to end 26-week pregnancy
The Bombay High Court permitted a 26-week pregnancy termination, emphasizing the unmarried woman's right to bodily autonomy and concerns over social stigma.
Haryana assistant sub-inspector faked grandmother's death to get leave
A Haryana police officer was suspended for falsely claiming his grandmother's death to secure an 11-day leave, later revealed to be used for a family vacation.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah unveils 2026-2029 drug trafficking plan
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched a three-year roadmap targeting drug networks, aiming to dismantle the narcotics ecosystem and make India drug-free by 2047.
Report: Naresh Pal Gangwar family received over 1.16cr horticulture subsidies
The wife, son, and mother of IAS officer Naresh Pal Gangwar received over ₹1.16 crore in subsidies under a Union Agriculture Ministry scheme, raising conflict-of-interest concerns.
Sewage contaminates water again in Defence Colony, New Delhi
Residents of Delhi's Defence Colony report muddy, foul-smelling water, with some receiving black, sewage-mixed supply due to ageing pipelines and low pressure.
Delhi plans 'Safe Delhi' emergency app after successful pilot run
The Delhi government plans to roll out the "Safe Delhi" app, featuring GPS tracking and live audio-video streaming, to enhance women’s safety and improve police response times.
Dr Naresh Kumar, friend assaulted in Gurugram over rehab remark
A doctor and his friend were attacked with rods and sticks in Gurugram’s Bilaspur over false rumours of their association with a de-addiction centre, police reported on Friday.
Supreme Court allows apartment buyers to seek compensation after possession
The Supreme Court ruled that homebuyers can seek compensation for delayed possession even after taking custody of their flats, overriding arbitration clauses in agreements.
Three workers die while cleaning septic tank in Delhi's Mundka
Despite laws mandating safety, Delhi witnesses recurring sewer deaths as officials deflect responsibility, citing jurisdictional ambiguities in unplanned and unauthorised areas.
Godavari in Rajamahendravaram unsafe for drinking ahead of 2027 Pushkarams
The sacred Godavari river faces severe pollution from industrial effluents and untreated sewage, posing ecological threats and complicating preparations for the 2027 Pushkarams.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Jonathan the tortoise in Seychelles
Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins a three-day official trip to Seychelles, featuring a symbolic meeting with Jonathan, the world’s oldest living land animal at 194 years.
NCB reports 305 drone-assisted smuggling cases in 2025, 468kg seized
India faces a tech-driven narcotics crisis as drone-related drug trafficking incidents skyrocketed from 3 in 2021 to 305 in 2025, with Punjab emerging as the epicenter.
Ketan Agarwal murder probe links Siya Goyal with Chetan Chaudhary
Police uncovered a cricket-based link between accused Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary, tracing their acquaintance to matches involving Siya’s brother, Sahil Goyal.
Unnao's Rashmi Savita gets ₹20.98cr tax notice, alleges PAN/Aadhaar misuse
An Unnao student received an Income Tax summons over alleged Rs 20.98 crore transactions, claiming misuse of her Aadhaar and PAN by a fake Delhi-based firm.
Ram Mandir Trust chief Champat Rai resigns from post
Ram Mandir trust chief Champat Rai and prominent trustee Anil Mishra have submitted their resignation after a controversy over alleged misappropriation of temple donations, according to India Today
Centre reveals names of 6 soldiers killed in 'Operation Sindoor'
For the first time, the government has officially released the names of six Indian military personnel who were killed in action during "Operation Sindoor."
North India to witness rainfall as monsoon advances: IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light to moderate rainfall and thunderstorms across North India in the coming week.
How Venezuela's twin earthquakes impact India
The two earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24 have raised concerns of disruption to India's oil trade with the South American country, which has recently become a key supplier of crude oil to Indian refiners.
Assets worth ₹5cr unearthed during raids at Hyderabad official's residence
The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has registered a disproportionate assets case against Thummakomma Sucharita, a suspended tahsildar and joint sub-registrar of Hyderabad's Shamirpet.
How to verify Indian non-government documents
Verifying Indian non-government documents can be a tricky affair, given the number of scams and forgeries.
India has quake warning system for seismically active Himalayan belt
India may not have a foolproof earthquake prediction technology, but it does have an early warning system in place.
Nihang Sikhs' standoff with Uttarakhand administration ends
The standoff between the Uttarakhand administration and a group of Nihang Sikhs at the Uttarakhand-Himachal Pradesh border has ended after hours of negotiations.
NCERT drops Preamble, Secularism from Class 9 book
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has released a new Class 9 Social Science textbook.
MEA announces hike in passport fees: Check new rates
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has announced a hike in passport fees. The new rates will come into effect from July 1, 2026.
If daughter guilty, push her off same fort: Siya's father
Praveen Goyal, the father of Siya Goyal, the prime accused in her fiancé Ketan Agarwal's murder, has reacted to the shocking allegations.
Ayodhya: Police arrests 8 people in Ram temple donation scam
A case has been registered at the Kotwali Ramjanmabhoomi police station in Ayodhya after a complaint of theft and misappropriation of donations at the Ram temple.
Pune fort murder: Accused lovers now turn against each other
Days after the alleged murder of Pune real estate director Ketan Agarwal at Lohagad Fort, his fiancee Siya Goyal and her alleged lover Chetan Chaudhary have turned against each other.
40 Army personnel booked after storming Kashmir police station
The Jammu and Kashmir Police have registered a case against several Indian Army personnel, including the commanding officer and a major of the 17 Rashtriya Rifles (RR), for allegedly storming the Atholi police station in Kishtwar district.
Centre launches Air Suvidha 2.0 portal for Ebola screening
The Indian government has reactivated the Air Suvidha portal to screen travelers from or transiting through Ebola-affected countries.
'In next life...': NEET aspirant begs mother's forgiveness before suicide
An 18-year-old National Eligibility Entrance Test (NEET) aspirant, Sushil Dhage, died by suicide in Maharashtra's Hingoli district after he took the NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination on June 21.
Government clarifies 'passport not proof of citizenship' remark amid backlash
The Indian government on Thursday clarified that the passport has never been proof of citizenship.
Terror plot targeting Ram Temple foiled; UP man arrested
A man accused of plotting an attack on the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya has been arrested.
Pune murder: Accused fiancee was under family pressure to marry
A new motive has emerged in the alleged murder of Pune businessman Ketan Agrawal.
SC rejects urgent PIL listing on Ram Temple donation row
The Supreme Court has refused to entertain mentioning an urgent listing of a plea seeking a court-monitored investigation into the alleged financial irregularities of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust.
'India...ready to extend all possible assistance': Modi after Venezuela quakes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his condolences to the people of Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes rocked the country's capital, Caracas.
'Passport merely travel document': What then constitutes proof of citizenship
A recent clarification by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) regarding the passport has reignited the debate on what constitutes proof of citizenship in India.
How to get a duplicate marriage certificate
Losing a marriage certificate can be a hassle, particularly for legal and administrative tasks.
El Nino alert: 315 Indian districts face low rainfall risk
India is preparing for the possible impact of El Nino, a weather phenomenon that can cause reduced monsoon rainfall.
3 killed, several trapped after under-construction warehouse collapses in Kolkata
Three people were killed after an under-construction warehouse in Kolkata's Taratala area collapsed on Wednesday afternoon.
Haryana IAS officer arrested in ₹60.5 crore scam
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested Pankaj Aggarwal, a senior Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer in Haryana.
Hyderabad gets road named after Trump
A road adjoining the United States Consulate in Hyderabad has been officially renamed Donald Trump Avenue. The ceremony was held on Tuesday as part of the Freedom 250 celebrations, marking the 250th anniversary of American Independence.
Avoid all non-essential travel to Iran, warns Indian government
The Indian Embassy in Tehran has advised citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to Iran until further notice.
How cops were able to crack Pune fort murder
The mysterious death of Pune businessman Ketan Agarwal at Lohagad Fort on June 18 received a big breakthrough after cops reviewed CCTV footage from the day of the incident.
2020 audit predicted Ram Mandir donation mess, report says
An audit report from November 2020 had flagged serious management issues at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra trust, which oversees the construction and management of the Ram temple in Ayodhya, the Indian Express reported.
'Papa, save me': 10-year-old's last words before being abducted, raped
A 10-year-old girl was allegedly raped and murdered by a cab driver in South Delhi on Monday.
Flowers, candle-lit cake: Pune woman's romantic posts before killing fiancé
The Instagram account of Siya Goyal, the Pune woman accused of killing her fiance with her lover, was filled with posts of her fairytale romance with her fiance, Ketan Agarwal.
How to get your address documents renewed
Renewing address proof documents in India can be a daunting task, particularly for those who are new to the process.
'Desperate attempt to....': India rejects Pakistan's 'go to war' remark
India has rejected Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Asif's threat of going to war with India if it believes the country's water security is under serious threat.
Lucknow fire: Building owner previously linked to paper leak case
The owner of the building that caught fire in Lucknow's Aliganj area on Monday, killing 15 people, had previously figured in the 2015 CPMT paper leak case.
Pune man, who 'fell' from Lohagad Fort, pushed by fiancee
In a shocking turn of events, the death of a 25-year-old man, Ketan Vishal Agarwal, initially thought to be an accident, at Pune's Lohagad Fort has been ruled a murder.
5 lesser-known herbs and their amazing benefits
Exploring lesser-known herbs can be a fascinating journey into the world of natural remedies.
'BRICS no ordinary group; contributes $31.5T to global wealth': Doval
National Security Adviser (NSA) Ajit Doval on Tuesday stressed the importance of BRICS at the 16th BRICS National Security Adviser meeting in New Delhi.
Severe dust storm hits Delhi-NCR; Kartavya Path completely obscured
Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) were hit by a sudden weather change on Tuesday. Visuals from around India Gate show Kartavya Path completely covered by the dust storm.
Karnataka HC allows hysterectomy for severely disabled woman
The Karnataka High Court has allowed a 23-year-old woman with severe intellectual and developmental disabilities to undergo a total abdominal hysterectomy.
Bengal's Haldia Seaport becomes India's 41st immigration checkpoint
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has officially designated the Haldia seaport in West Bengal as an immigration checkpoint.
Southwest monsoon reaches Mumbai after almost 2-week delay
The southwest monsoon has finally reached Mumbai, albeit with a delay of almost two weeks.
Bengaluru: Paying guest owner killed over washing legs dispute
A 37-year-old paying guest (PG) owner was allegedly beaten to death in Bengaluru after a dispute over tap water.
11-year-old kidnapped from Delhi footpath; raped, murdered in Gurugram forest
In a shocking incident in Delhi's Mehrauli area, an 11-year-old girl was allegedly kidnapped, raped and murdered in a Gurugram forest.
Vijay government moves SC against Madras HC's 'lamp lighting' ruling
The Tamil Nadu government, led by Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, has filed a Special Leave Petition in the Supreme Court, challenging a Madras High Court order allowing the lighting of a lamp at Thiruparankundram hill's 'Deepa Thoon' near a dargah.
'Multilateralism declining': Ajit Doval warns BRICS partners about security challenges
National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval opened the 16th BRICS National Security Advisers' Meeting in New Delhi on Tuesday.
Bride-to-be, parents die by suicide day before wedding in Mysuru
In Karnataka's Mysuru district, a 21-year-old woman and her parents were found dead at their home in Kempainahundi village on Monday.
US-India trade deal talks begin in New Delhi
United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer arrived at Vanijya Bhawan on Monday to meet Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal in New Delhi on Tuesday. Greer was joined by Ambassador to India Sergio Gor.
Kanpur seals 16 coaching centers after Lucknow fire tragedy
The Kanpur Development Authority (KDA) has launched a major crackdown on coaching centers and commercial establishments that are allegedly violating safety and building codes.
India to ink $230 million US howitzer sustainment deal
India is set to ink a $230 million sustainment package with the United States for its M777A2 ultra-light howitzers.
Eyewitnesses recount desperate escapes as 15 die in Lucknow fire
A devastating fire at a commercial complex in Lucknow has claimed the lives of 15 people, mostly young students and professionals.
How to fix mistakes on your birth certificate
Correcting errors on an Indian birth certificate can be a daunting task for many. However, knowing the right steps and procedures can make the process a lot easier.
IMD predicts heavy rain, thunderstorms in several states today
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather forecast for June 23, predicting active monsoon conditions across several parts of India.
Andhra Pradesh: 2 workers killed in fire at plastic unit
A massive fire at Dakshin Energy's facility in Paravada, Anakapalle district of Andhra Pradesh, killed two workers on Tuesday morning.
Lucknow fire tragedy building had received demolition order in 2016
The three-story building in Lucknow's Aliganj area, where a devastating fire killed 15 people on Monday, had received a demolition order in 2016 for unauthorized construction.
UAE in talks to buy India's BrahMos, Akashteer defense systems
India is in talks with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to sell some of its flagship defense systems, Reuters reported, citing Indian sources.
14 dead after massive fire at Lucknow commercial building
As many as 14 people were killed after a major fire broke out at a commercial building housing a pet shop on the ground floor and an animation center on the upper floor in Lucknow on Monday.
'Mumbai will look like concrete jungle by 2040': Urban designer
Mumbai's redevelopment plans could drastically change the city's landscape by 2040, a report by The Times of India has revealed.
Swapan Dasgupta presents Bengal BJP government's maiden budget
West Bengal Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta presented the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) first budget for 2026-27 on Monday.
NEET-UG protest: Dipke slams Delhi Police for Aadhaar card demand
Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has slammed the Delhi Police for allegedly asking protesters at Jantar Mantar to show their Aadhaar cards.
How this Agra man is helping laborers, birds beat summer
Suyash Jain, a marketing professional based in Agra, is on a mission to provide relief to outdoor workers and birds amid the sweltering summer heat.
Bihar Police busts 'Munna Bhai MBBS'-style proxy exam racket
Bihar Police have uncovered a proxy exam racket during the NEET-UG retest in Lakhisarai.
Bengal likely to get 7-8 new ports bordering Bangladesh, Nepal
The Indian government is planning to set up seven to eight new international land ports in West Bengal, the Telegraph India reported. The move aims to facilitate trade and ease the movement of cargo and people with neighboring countries, Bangladesh and Nepal.
NEET (UG) paper leak video fake: NTA
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has termed a viral video claiming a leak of the NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination paper as fake.