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NATO summit in Ankara: 46 detained as alliance faces security challenges and internal divisions

The summit comes amid growing divisions within the alliance over defence spending, the US-Iran conflict and NATO's future direction, while anti-NATO protests have intensified across Turkey over rising militarisation and military expenditure.

Jul 6, 2026

15 India-bound fertiliser ships cross Hormuz safely, stocks set to rise

Among the 15 vessels, eight vessels are carrying 3.32 lakh metric tonnes (LMT) of urea, four are carrying 2.57 LMT of DAP, and three are carrying 1.11 LMT of sulphur.

Jul 6, 2026

Lokayan 2026: INS Sudarshini reaches New York port, Tricolour flies high over Hudson river

Lokayan 2026, aimed at strengthening maritime cooperation and showcasing India's rich maritime heritage. During the Parade of Sail on the Hudson River, the ship proudly flew the Indian Tricolour against New York's skyline

Jul 5, 2026

Mumbai rains: Man dies after tree falls on him, Mayor advises caution amid Red alert

Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde announced ₹5 lakh ex gratia for the family of 63-year-old Yunus Kundawala, who died after a tree collapsed on him in Kurla during heavy rain. She ordered an audit of ageing trees and said an inquiry would examine why action was not taken despite prior warnings about the tree's condition.

Jul 5, 2026

Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet ships conclude port call at Singapore

The visit featured cross-deck interactions with the Republic of Singapore Navy, meetings with senior naval officials, tributes at the Kranji War Memorial, and engagements with the Indian diaspora and diplomatic community.

Jul 5, 2026

Centre releases Rs 25,863 crore to states under VB-G-RAM-G scheme

Replacing MGNREGA from July 1, the scheme has been rolled out nationwide without major issues, with Andhra Pradesh, Kerala and Rajasthan leading in generating employment. Chouhan said wages have been increased by around 10 per cent, with a minimum daily wage of ₹300.

Jul 5, 2026

Crypto dispute emerges in Lahore foreign women gangrape case involving Ishaq Dar's relative

The survivor alleged that the women were held captive, assaulted and threatened with death if they did not hand over the money. Police said Raza Dar had met the women in Singapore through a cryptocurrency venture and later arranged their business visas to Pakistan. Four accused have been arrested, while one suspect remains absconding.

Jul 5, 2026

VHP asks Ayodhya police to question Arvind Kejriwal, Priyanka Gandhi in Ram Temple donation case

VHP International President and Senior Advocate Alok Kumar wrote a letter to Ayodhya DSP Ashutosh Tiwari regarding the statements of several political leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal, Ram Gopal Yadav, Sanjay Singh, and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, on the alleged Ram Mandir donation embezzlement case.

Jul 5, 2026

Centre dismisses reports of Bhutan rejecting E20 petrol proposal, says no export offer was made

The government said these claims were baseless, while reiterating that India's E20 petrol programme is aimed at reducing crude oil imports, lowering emissions and promoting domestic biofuel production through the nationwide rollout of 20 per cent ethanol-blended petrol.

Jul 5, 2026

High mercury, lead levels found in 3 beauty creams; Maharashtra FDA issues public alert

MFDA has issued a public warning against using three cosmetic products—Goree Beauty Cream, Face Fresh Gold (Beauty Cream + Beauty Serum), and Golden Star Beauty Cream—after laboratory tests detected mercury and lead levels beyond the permissible limits.

Jul 5, 2026

No Amarnath Yatra Without Valid Registration, RFID: LG Sinha Urges Unregistered Amarnath Pilgrims to Delay Travel

As thousands of unregistered devotees arrive in Jammu and Srinagar, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has urged pilgrims to undertake the Shri Amarnath Yatra only after obtaining a valid registration. The administration has reiterated that RFID access and permission to proceed will be granted only to registered pilgrims, citing Supreme Court-mandated limits on daily pilgrim movement.

Jul 5, 2026

Month After JKJAAC Ban, PoJK Erupts in Fresh Wave of Anti-Pakistan Protests

A month after Pakistan banned the Jammu and Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JKJAAC), unrest has intensified across Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK). Fresh protests, mass arrests, and viral speeches by JKJAAC leaders have fuelled anti-Pakistan sentiment, with activists accusing Islamabad of suppressing civil rights and intensifying its crackdown ahead of the region's upcoming elections.

Jul 5, 2026

E20 petrol saved Rs 1.90 lakh crore in forex as OPEC+ weighs August oil output hike

The government also highlighted that ethanol blending is a globally accepted practice adopted by countries such as the US, Brazil and Japan. Meanwhile, OPEC+ is expected to consider a modest increase in oil production for August as it continues to unwind earlier supply cuts amid easing geopolitical tensions and stabilising global oil markets.

Jul 5, 2026

NC-Congress Ties Under Strain After Alleged Attack on Congress MLA

The Congress-National Conference alliance has come under fresh strain after J&K Congress president Tariq Hamid Karra wrote to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, seeking action over the alleged assault on Congress MLA Nizam-ud-Din Bhat by National Conference workers. The incident in Bandipora has intensified concerns over growing tensions between the coalition partners.

Jul 5, 2026

India to host BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies meet in Assam from tomorrow

India will host the BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies Meeting in Guwahati on July 6-7, with discussions focusing on combating synthetic drugs, strengthening intelligence sharing and enhancing operational cooperation.

Jul 5, 2026