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Police questioned the parents and brother of murder accused Siya Goyal in the Ketan Agarwal case as investigators intensified the probe. Authorities are examining deleted mobile data, while the victim's family secured a fast-track trial and appointment of a special public prosecutor

Police probing the death of Pune realtor Ketan Agarwal allege that accused Siya Goyal confessed she found it “easier” to kill her fiancé than cancel their arranged marriage. Investigators claim Goyal and co-accused Chetan Chaudhary conspired in the murder.

India’s digital commerce has boomed as annual UPI transactions skyrocketed past 24,162 crore. Backed by the JAM Trinity, DigiLocker, and GeM, the nation’s digital public infrastructure has secured massive financial inclusion, transferring over ₹51 lakh crore directly to citizens

Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi criticised the Modi government over its stance on the Gaza conflict, alleging its silence has weakened India's moral standing and foreign policy interests while distancing the country from traditional allies and global public opinion

A devastating measles outbreak in Bangladesh has claimed 709 lives since March, driven by localized vaccination gaps and weak hospital infection controls. Public health officials warn the crisis could worsen rapidly as the country enters its annual dengue season

Kerala reported 10 new cases of Shigella infection on Saturday, taking the state’s tally this year to 266. June alone has seen 190 infections and six deaths, with Kozhikode, Malappuram, and Wayanad among the worst affected districts.

Police have registered a gang rape case after a 40-year-old woman alleged she was sexually assaulted by three men in Virar West. Two accused have been identified, while investigators continue searching for the third suspect and probing the incident

The Indian Medical Association’s Kerala branch has demanded the state government raise the minimum monthly salary for junior doctors to ₹80,000. Warning of an impending doctor exodus, the IMA exposed severe wage disparities between MBBS-qualified professionals and other public sector jobs

The MDMK, led by Vaiko, announced its withdrawal from the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance, alleging attempts to facilitate an AIADMK government after the Tamil Nadu Assembly polls. The party said it would decide future electoral alliances closer to upcoming elections

Former J&K Governor Karan Singh championed Kashmiriyat and interfaith harmony during a Srinagar dialogue. Emphasizing that humanity must override religious divisions, Singh also defended Urdu's indigenous roots, calling for the protection of the language as an intellectual heritage

BJP Kerala president Rajeev Chandrasekhar urged Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan to order a CBI probe into alleged missing gold from Sabarimala and withdraw cases against Ayyappa devotees. He warned of a statewide peaceful agitation if the demands remain unaddressed

Four Nihang Sikhs arrested after the Karnaprayag clash in Uttarakhand are expected to seek bail. Authorities said they may return to Punjab if granted bail, while police remain on alert and continue monitoring the situation at the Kulhal border

The Counter Intelligence Kashmir wing conducted simultaneous raids in Srinagar, Ganderbal and Anantnag in connection with a UAPA case. Investigators searched multiple premises and seized a mobile phone for forensic examination as part of the ongoing probe

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal launched a practical business utilisation manual for the India-UK CETA in London to help companies maximise trade opportunities before the agreement takes effect on July 15, promoting market access, investment and stronger bilateral economic cooperation

OpenAI has appointed former Uber India President Prabhjeet Singh as its Managing Director for India. Joining in September, Singh will lead consumer growth, enterprise adoption, and regulatory engagement, steering the artificial intelligence giant's expanding operations and ecosystem partnerships

Police probing realtor Ketan Agarwal's death claim the accused allegedly conspired to kill him because the bride-to-be did not want the arranged marriage. Investigators are examining digital evidence, questioning family members and recovering deleted mobile data

A Special Investigation Team probe into the Ayodhya Ram temple donation system has revealed severe security lapses, including deleted CCTV footage and unauthorized key access. Eight individuals have been arrested and ₹80 lakh recovered following the initial investigation

Indian naval sailing vessel INS Sudarshini arrived at Baltimore under the Lokayan 26 expedition, showcasing India's maritime heritage and strengthening India-US naval ties. The ship will participate in Sail250 Maryland celebrations and community outreach after completing a 13,000-nautical-mile transoceanic voyage

ISRO Chairman V Narayanan said India has mastered cryogenic engine technology once denied to it and is preparing for the first uncrewed Gaganyaan mission. He also outlined plans for Chandrayaan-4, Chandrayaan-5, an Indian space station by 2035 and a Moon landing by 2040

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Seychelles on a three-day state visit, receiving a ceremonial welcome from President Patrick Herminie. He will hold bilateral talks, attend the country's National Day golden jubilee celebrations, address Parliament, and interact with the Indian diaspora

Indian intelligence agencies have flagged the rise of copycat extortion gangs using the names of notorious gangsters to spread fear and extort money. While lacking direct terror links, these loosely organised groups pose fresh investigative challenges for security agencies in India and Canada

NDA leaders strongly rejected senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi's criticism of India’s diplomatic position on the Gaza conflict. While the opposition accused the Centre of moral silence, ruling alliance leaders emphasized India's balanced approach toward global peace and humanitarian aid

A Muslim panchayat member in Kerala's Kasaragod performed the last rites of a Hindu cancer patient after his family declined to claim the body. Her gesture, guided by humanity beyond religious differences, earned widespread praise and admiration across social media and political circles

Indian and Canadian intelligence agencies have flagged the rise of independent "copycat" criminals using the names of major syndicates for extortion. Meanwhile, Canada has launched 138 immigration probes after finding student visa holders coerced into diaspora-targeted violence