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Two intruders killed as Army foils infiltration bid on J&K LoC, local 'guide' caught

In the ensuing firefight, the troops inflicted casualties on the terrorist group, with preliminary reports confirming the neutralisation of at least two terrorists. One local guide, suspected of aiding the infiltrators, was apprehended during the operation, the official further said.

Jun 30, 2025

150 Congress MPs acted as agents of Russia; BJP leader shares "unclassified documents"

Nishikant Dubey's allegations suggest that this alleged funding and influence were orchestrated under the leadership of the late Congress leader H.K.L. Bhagat. Bhagat, a senior Congress figure and former Union Minister, passed away in September 2014.

Jun 30, 2025

Four of a family killed in car-canter truck collision in K'taka's Tumakuru

The accident occurred while the family was on their way to drop their son off at his school hostel. Seebe Gowda, who lived with his family in Magadi town, had come to Kunigal to drop off his son Bhanukiran Gowda, a Class 8 student at Valley School near Bidanagere on the outskirts of Kunigal.

Jun 30, 2025

Make enemies regret their words: Iran's top Shia cleric issues 'fatwa' against Trump, Netanyahu

According to the semi-official Mehr news agency, in a statement released on Sunday by his office, Shirazi urged Muslims around the world to take a firm stance against such threats, stating that if a "Muslim who abides by his Muslim duty suffer hardship or loss in their campaign, they will be rewarded as a fighter in the way of God, God willing."

Jun 30, 2025

Middle East: The next chapter

The Middle East's complexity is its greatest challenge and its greatest opportunity. Its next act will be written not just by the powers within, but by the world's response to its perpetual reinvention.

Jun 30, 2025

Iran slams Trump's "offensive, insolent comments" on senior officials

The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday rejected the "offensive and insolent remarks" by US President Donald Trump against senior Iranian Officials.

Jun 30, 2025

Congress won't join Omar's cabinet without statehood in J&K; accuses Centre of "dual control"

Over eight months after Omar Abdullah was sworn in as the Chief Minister of the coalition government in Jammu and Kashmir, the Congress Party on Sunday reaffirmed its decision to stay out of the cabinet until full statehood is restored.

Jun 30, 2025

Iran blames US and Israel for "aggression" in UN letter after deadly strikes

Iran demands UN action, accusing US and Israel of initiating aggression and violating international law.

Jun 30, 2025

LG Manoj Sinha assures support to terror-affected families in Kashmir

J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, during an interaction with families of terror victims in South Kashmir's Anantnag, expressed regret over decades of neglect and denial of justice to those affected by Pakistan-sponsored terrorism.

Jun 30, 2025

PM Modi hails women-led SHGs drive Atmanirbhar Bharat with Jowar Roti success

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his recent Mann Ki Baat address, spotlighted the pivotal role of women in India's socio-economic transformation. Through Self-Help Groups (SHGs), women are not only preserving cultural heritage but also driving economic growth.

Jun 29, 2025

Breaking barriers: US-India trade deal and new era in bilateral commerce

If the US and India can seize this moment, they will not only unlock new prosperity for their own people, but also send a powerful message about the enduring value of partnership in an uncertain world, writes Major General Dilawar Singh.

Jun 29, 2025

9 go missing after cloudburst in Uttarkashi, very heavy rain alert issued in parts of Uttarakhand

At least 20 companies of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), five of the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and eight police teams are carrying out the relief and rescue work, an official statement said.

Jun 29, 2025

Iran reopens central, western airspace to international transit flights

He added the country had earlier reopened its eastern airspace to domestic, international, and passing flights, stressing that no flight would land in or take off from Iran's airports in the northern, southern and western parts.

Jun 29, 2025

Karnataka cracks down on auto-rickshaw overcharging passengers; Transport minister calls it unacceptable

Highlighting specific instances of overcharging, Minister Ramalinga Reddy pointed out that on June 18, the Rapido Auto app charged an astonishing Rs 100.89 per kilometer, while the Auto O app demanded Rs 184.19 for a mere 4-kilometer journey.

Jun 29, 2025

Stampede during Jagannath Rath Yatra in Odisha's Puri, three killed

The incident occurred around 4.30 a.m. when the three Raths carrying idols of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Goddess Shubhadra were near Shree Gundicha Temple, about three kilometres from Jagannath Temple.

Jun 29, 2025