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Centuries-old Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra celebrated in Kashi, lakh of devotees participate

According to Hindu belief, Lord Jagannath enters a period of seclusion and recovery following a ritual bath on Jyeshtha Purnima. The chief priest of the Jagannath Temple in Kashi, Pandit Radheshyam Pandey, explained, "After bathing at Jyeshtha Purnima, Lord Jagannath is believed to fall unwell for 14 days. On Amavasya, after recovering, he embarks on a city tour to bless devotees."

Jun 27, 2025

Death of tigress, 4 cubs: Hunt launched for owner of poisoned cow in K'taka

The authorities have also recovered the carcass of the cow killed by the tigress and are working to identify its owner. Preliminary investigations suggest that local cattle owners may have poisoned the carcass.

Jun 27, 2025

Search continues for six-year-old girl taken by leopard in TN's Valparai

Leopard that mauled four-year-old girl in Valparai trapped by TN Forest Dept

The cage had been strategically installed about 700 metres from the line houses of estate workers — near the very spot where the leopard mauled the child, Roshini Kumari, around 6:30 P.M. on Friday, June 20.

Jun 27, 2025

India slams Yunus govt in Bangladesh over demolition of Durga temple, says extremists were clamouring to destroy it

India slams Yunus govt in Bangladesh over demolition of Durga temple under guise of illegal land use

India has strongly criticized Bangladesh following the demolition of a Durga Mandir in Dhaka. The interim government led by Muhammad Yunus is facing accusations of neglecting the rights and safety of minority communities. Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal expressed deep concern over the recurring attacks on religious sites in Bangladesh.

Jun 27, 2025

No lack of control in administration, says Shivakumar on criticism of Karnataka govt by Congress MLAs

Responding to a question about JD-S Legislature Party leader Suresh Babu writing to Congress MLAs, Shivakumar said: "Suresh Babu should first fix his own party. Let him plug the leaks in his own fence. Let him sort out issues related to MLAs like G.T. Devegowda before commenting on others."

Jun 27, 2025

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia flags off Gwalior-Bengaluru Express

The Union Minister highlighted that the newly introduced train will cater to nearly 40 lakh residents, offering them direct access to enhanced rail connectivity. He added that the service will halt at key junctions, including Shivpuri, Guna, Ashoknagar, Bina, and Bhopal -- ensuring widespread regional benefit and improved mobility across central Madhya Pradesh.

Jun 27, 2025

No chhadar exchange with Pakistan at Baba Chamliyal Mela on IB amid continued border tensions

Thousands of devotees gathered at the Baba Chamliyal shrine in Samba district on the International Border for the annual mela, but for the eighth consecutive year, the traditional exchange of chhadar, shakkar (sacred soil), and sharbat (holy water) with Pakistani Rangers was suspended.

Jun 26, 2025

No toll proposed for 2-wheelers, says Nitin Gadkari amid viral reports

Taking to social media platform X, the Union Minister said: "Some media houses are spreading misleading news about toll tax being levied on two-wheelers. No such decision has been proposed."

Jun 26, 2025

Terror and peace cannot co-exist: Rajnath Singh at SCO meet in China

Rajnath Singh takes firm stand against terrorism at SCO

Rajnath Singh stressed that peace and prosperity cannot coexist with terrorism and the spread of WMDs, urging for a collective and resolute stand to ensure safety and security for all.

Jun 26, 2025

Rudraprayag accident: 3 pilgrims airlifted to Rishikesh AIIMS, search for others continues

Till the last reports came in, two people have died in the accident while less than a dozen are still missing, with fears looming large that they could have been washed away by the flow of the fast-moving river.

Jun 26, 2025

J&K: One terrorist killed in ongoing Udhampur gunfight

Inspector General of Police (IGP), Jammu Zone, Bhim Sen Tuti said that four terrorists are believed to be trapped in the ongoing encounter.

Jun 26, 2025

Gazans burn plastic waste to cook in makeshift shelters

OCHA said that when such fires occur in makeshift shelters or tents, poor ventilation poses tremendous safety and health risks to vulnerable family members, including children and older individuals, reports Xinhua news agency.

Jun 26, 2025

Shashi Tharoor's Cryptic Tweet Sparks Congress Debate

Shashi Tharoor's cryptic post on 'flying bird' gets retort from Congress MP

The exchange underscores ongoing tensions within the Congress party, particularly concerning Tharoor's perceived alignment with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and his public statements that have occasionally diverged from the party's official stance.

Jun 26, 2025

Drugs worth Rs 45 crore seized in one year, foreign students found involved: K'taka Home Minister

Mega crackdown on drugs in K'taka: Narcotics worth Rs 45 crore seized in one year, foreign students involved

Parameshwara emphasised the critical role of awareness in combating drug abuse, urging students to steer clear of addiction and focus on their promising futures. "There is a global movement against drug abuse and human trafficking. Awareness is being raised about the dangers of drug addiction. People need to understand the physical and mental harm caused by drug use.

Jun 26, 2025

Shubhanshu Shukla enters space station, a giant leap for India

Shubhanshu Shukla creates history with entry into ISS; says "namaskar from space"

Shubhanshu Shukla creates history as the first Indian aboard the International Space Station as part of the Axiom-4 mission. Sharing a "Namaskar from space," he embarks on key experiments in space nutrition and microalgae, while inspiring future scientists through global collaboration and outreach.

Jun 26, 2025

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Centuries-old Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra celebrated in Kashi, lakh of devotees participate

Death of tigress, 4 cubs: Hunt launched for owner of poisoned cow in K'taka

Leopard that mauled four-year-old girl in Valparai trapped by TN Forest Dept

India slams Yunus govt in Bangladesh over demolition of Durga temple under guise of illegal land use

No lack of control in administration, says Shivakumar on criticism of Karnataka govt by Congress MLAs

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia flags off Gwalior-Bengaluru Express

No chhadar exchange with Pakistan at Baba Chamliyal Mela on IB amid continued border tensions

No toll proposed for 2-wheelers, says Nitin Gadkari amid viral reports

Rajnath Singh takes firm stand against terrorism at SCO

Rudraprayag accident: 3 pilgrims airlifted to Rishikesh AIIMS, search for others continues

J&K: One terrorist killed in ongoing Udhampur gunfight

Gazans burn plastic waste to cook in makeshift shelters

Shashi Tharoor's cryptic post on 'flying bird' gets retort from Congress MP

Mega crackdown on drugs in K'taka: Narcotics worth Rs 45 crore seized in one year, foreign students involved

Shubhanshu Shukla creates history with entry into ISS; says "namaskar from space"

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