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Inquiry Ordered into Irregularities in PMGSY Road Projects in J&K's Poonch

The J&K government has initiated an inquiry into alleged irregularities in the execution of several road projects under the PMGSY in Poonch district. A two-member panel has been directed to submit a report within 30 days.

Jun 21, 2025

IDY 2025: BSF, Indian Army, local villagers celebrate Grand Yoga Day event held at Attari-Wagah border

The vibrant and symbolic gathering took place at the Joint Check Post (JCP) Attari, offering a unique backdrop for the celebration of India's ancient wellness tradition at one of its most visible international boundaries.

Jun 21, 2025

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

The child, identified as Roshini Kumari, daughter of migrant workers Manoj Mundha and Monica Devi from Jharkhand, was assisting her mother in fetching water from a tap located behind their house at the Pachamalai estate's labour quarters around 6.30 p.m. when the leopard attacked.

Jun 21, 2025

IDY 2025: Yoga transitions individuals from 'Me' to 'We', says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday termed yoga as a profound personal discipline that also served as a collective system transitioning individuals from 'Me' to 'We'.

Jun 21, 2025

Grounded British F-35B Stealth Jet at Thiruvananthapuram Awaits Engineering Team for Repairs

The advanced fifth-generation fighter, part of the UK's HMS Prince of Wales Carrier Strike Group, currently deployed in the Indo-Pacific, was returning to its base after completing joint maritime exercises with the Indian Navy when it made an emergency landing at the Thiruvananthapuram Airport.

Jun 21, 2025

CBI extradites Rs 3.66 crore Gujarat fraud accused Upavan Pavan Jain from UAE

Jain is accused in a case registered at Adajan Police Station in Surat, Gujarat, on the charges of criminal conspiracy, cheating by impersonation, dishonestly inducing delivery of property, and forgery of valuable security.

Jun 21, 2025

International Yoga Day 2025: PM Modi Leads in India as Thousands Join Celebrations Across Japan, Singapore, and Myanmar

Kicking off the IDY, the PM said that yoga gives the world the direction of peace at a time when it is witnessing conflicts, unrest and instability. He urged the international community to let this Yoga Day mark the beginning of yoga for humanity 2.0, where inner peace becomes a global policy.

Jun 21, 2025

Omar Opposes Centre's Canal Plan to Divert J&K River Water to Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has strongly opposed the Union Government's proposed plan to construct a 113-kilometre-long canal to divert surplus water from the Chenab River to Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan.

Jun 21, 2025

In times of chaos, Yoga grounds us in clarity

In this insightful piece, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar addresses the growing global mental health challenges and highlights yoga not merely as physical exercise but as a profound way of living. He explains how the Eight Limbs of Yoga—ranging from ethical grounding to meditation—can help individuals stay centered amidst turmoil.

Jun 20, 2025

PM Modi slams RJD for 'insulting' Ambedkar during Lalu Prasad Yadav's birthday celebration

Without directly naming Lalu Yadav, PM Modi condemned what he called the brazen attitude of the RJD leadership for not apologising to the nation over the incident.

Jun 20, 2025

Operation Sindoor a message of strength: Rajnath Singh lauds armed forces in Udhampur

During his interaction with soldiers at Northern Command in Udhampur, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said Operation Sindoor has sent a clear message to terrorists and their backers that New India will respond to terror with strength and strategy.

Jun 20, 2025

Air India crash: Suchitra Krishnamoorthi calls lone survivor liar, claims he faked escape; apologises after backlash

Suchitra Krishnamoorthi faced widespread backlash after she questioned the authenticity of a plane crash survivor's account on social media. In response to the criticism, she deleted the post and issued a public apology, acknowledging that her remarks were based on misinformation.

Jun 20, 2025

Karnataka's housing quota hike for minorities sparks debate; Dy CM issues clarification

In a move that has ignited a political firestorm, the Karnataka government has decided to increase the reservation for minority communities in housing schemes from 10 percent to 15 percent. This decision, announced by Deputy Chief Minister and State Congress President D.K. Shivakumar, has drawn both support and criticism, particularly from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

Jun 20, 2025

Told to change statement, then fired: Air India whistleblowers write to PM Modi

The crew claimed the crash was "waiting to happen," and that their repeated warnings about aircraft defects -- especially a 2024 incident involving Dreamliner VT-ANQ -- were ignored by Air India and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).

Jun 20, 2025

Panic in Delhi Metro: Hoax Snake Sighting Causes Chaos; visuals surface

The event unfolded in a ladies-only coach on a Blue Line train, where a passenger claimed to have seen a 'snake's tail'. This unverified claim quickly escalated into panic, with passengers scrambling to escape the perceived threat.

Jun 20, 2025