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Lucknow Aliganj coaching and animation institute fire kills 15
A devastating fire in Lucknow’s Aliganj coaching hub exposed critical safety failures, including the absence of emergency exits and reliance on a single staircase for evacuation.
Central government recruiting 183,595 posts, SSC UPSC railway exams ongoing
The central government has begun the recruitment process for 1.83 lakh vacancies across sectors, with Railways accounting for the largest share of 1,08,129 posts.
Kerala CM cites 'The Nutmeg's Curse' for Muziris maritime museum
Acclaimed author Amitav Ghosh praised Kerala's unique policymaking, noting CM V D Satheesan drew inspiration from his book 'The Nutmeg's Curse' for maritime initiatives.
Lucknow fire kills 15 injures 9 at animation training center
Three building owners were arrested, and four Uttar Pradesh officials suspended following a fire in a Lucknow commercial building that killed 15 and injured nine.
K Sudhakaran apologizes to Kerala High Court for bench criticism
K. Sudhakaran, MP, submitted an unconditional apology to the Kerala High Court for his derogatory remarks against the judiciary, made during a public protest event.
Over 40 killed in Lucknow and Delhi fires, authorities probe
June 2026 witnessed devastating fire incidents across India, claiming over 40 lives, including 15 students in Lucknow and 22 people in Delhi's Malviya Nagar.
India to seal $230 million US package to maintain M777 howitzers
India is poised to secure a $230 million US sustainment package for M777 howitzers, enhancing defence capabilities and strengthening strategic ties with the United States.
Delhi High Court dismisses BSES Rajdhani challenge to audit notice
The Delhi government and power discoms are locked in a legal battle over a proposed CAG audit of Rs 38,000 crore regulatory assets, with the Supreme Court set to decide.
Doval and Wang meet in New Delhi to rebuild trust
Indian NSA Ajit Doval and Chinese FM Wang Yi held "constructive" talks in New Delhi during a BRICS meeting, signaling progress toward normalizing ties after years of tension.
Delhi government considers synchronized smart LED streetlight shows for celebrations
Delhi is exploring programmable LED streetlights to create synchronized lighting displays for festivals, national celebrations, and major events like cricket World Cup victories.
Lucknow building fire leaves 15 dead as rescue operations continue
A devastating fire in Lucknow's Aliganj claimed 15 lives, with frantic SOS calls and heroic rescue efforts highlighting the tragedy's emotional toll on victims and their families.
Three injured as security forces tried to clear NH-37 blockade
At least three people were injured as Kuki protesters clashed with security personnel during a highway shutdown in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district on June 22, 2026.
Rakshitha and parents found dead after consuming poison in Mysuru
A 21-year-old bride-to-be and her parents allegedly died by suicide in Karnataka's Mysuru district, reportedly consuming poison a day before her wedding amid alleged harassment.
Kochi tea vendor M.R. Shaji covered Sheeja George with mundu
A Kerala tea vendor, M.R. Shaji, earned widespread praise for preserving the dignity of an injured woman during a road accident by offering his mundu to cover her.
Lucknow coaching center fire kills 15, UP CM forms SIT
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath has formed a two-member SIT to investigate the Lucknow coaching centre fire that claimed 15 lives, with a report due in seven days.
Lucknow Aliganj fire kills 15, over 30 pets trapped
Over 30 dogs and cats were saved from a devastating fire at a pet facility in Lucknow's Aliganj area, with activists and locals playing a crucial role in the rescue.
Kerala rolls out strict prevention measures after Africa Ebola outbreaks
Kerala has implemented robust preventive measures, including airport screenings and quarantine facilities, following WHO and Union Health Ministry guidelines.
Lucknow Aliganj 3-story blaze kills 15 in illegally converted building
A fire in a Lucknow building, approved as residential but housing businesses, killed 15 people. Authorities are probing safety lapses and illegal commercial use of the property.
Ajit Doval ends 2-day BRICS talks, meets Iran and China
National Security Adviser Ajit Doval hosted BRICS NSAs in New Delhi, discussing West Asia's situation, India-Iran ties, and progress toward normalizing India-China relations.
Indian government launches Haj 2027 policy Kiren Rijiju invites applications
The government announced the Haj Policy 2027, emphasizing comfort and safety for pilgrims, and opened online applications via the Haj Committee portal and Suvidha app.
Fire in Lucknow's Aliganj 3-story building kills 15, injures 7
A massive fire engulfed a commercial building in Lucknow's Aliganj, killing 15 people, mostly students, and injuring seven. Authorities have arrested four individuals.
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.
Jharkhand storms kill 11, including 3 women and a girl
At least 11 people, including a child, were killed in lightning strikes across Jharkhand within 24 hours, with Khunti district reporting the highest number of fatalities.
Fix mistakes on your birth certificate in India easily
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.
Rudraprayag: Nihangs take Sikh devotee hostage at gurdwara
A group of Nihangs, armed with swords and spears, has taken a Sikh devotee hostage at the Gurudwara Langar Damdama Sahib in Nagrasu, Rudraprayag district.
IMD issues orange alert in Mumbai; pre-monsoon showers bring relief
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has issued an Orange alert for Mumbai, predicting thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds over the next three hours.
How to update your name in Indian government records
Changing your name in Indian government records can be a tedious task. But with the right steps and documents, the process can be made simpler.
2 killed after 'speeding' BMW hits divider; body parts scattered
A high-speed car crash on the Mumbai-Vadodara Highway in Thane district, Maharashtra, has left two dead and one injured.
TN: 7 dead, over 60 hospitalized in ammonia gas leak
A tragic incident of ammonia gas leak at St Peter's and Paul Seafoods Exports in Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, has left seven workers, all women, dead as per PTI.
CJP continues protest at Jantar Mantar, appeals for support
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has been protesting at Jantar Mantar for the second day, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
PM Modi delays airport departure to help NEET-UG examinees
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delayed his departure from Delhi Airport on Sunday by 45 minutes to ensure smooth travel for students appearing for the NEET-UG re-examination.
NEET-UG re-exam today: NTA's extensive arrangements to ensure smoothness
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has laid out elaborate measures for the re-examination of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) on Sunday.
PM Modi commissions 3 indigenously built naval ships in Kolkata
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday commissioned three indigenously built naval ships at Kolkata's Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port.
ED attaches over ₹1,000cr assets in Goa 'illegal' mining case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached assets worth over ₹1,023 crore in connection with an alleged illegal iron ore mining case in Goa.
India rejects Zardari's comments on Muslim sites, calls them 'absurd'
New Delhi has rejected the remarks of Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari on alleged threats to Muslim sites in India.
Monsoon likely to advance in Maharashtra, Telangana, eastern states
The southwest monsoon is likely to advance into more parts of Maharashtra, Telangana, and eastern states by June 23.
Bihar: 2 women abducted, gang-raped at gunpoint by 13 men
In a shocking incident, two women were allegedly abducted and gang-raped at gunpoint by a group of men in Patna's Naubatpur area on June 18.
Over 22L students to appear for NEET-UG re-exam today
Over 22 lakh medical aspirants are set to appear for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) re-exam on Sunday.
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.
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.