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An FIR has been registered in Ayodhya over alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram temple. Acting on strong recommendations from the Special Investigation Team (SIT), formed at the request of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust.

Jammu and Kashmir Police have booked several Army personnel, including a commanding officer, for allegedly storming a police station in Kishtwar, assaulting police personnel and damaging government property. The Army said it is examining the incident and will cooperate with the joint investigation

West Bengal will table a Bill on the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in its Assembly on Monday, becoming the fourth Indian state after Uttarakhand, Gujarat, and Assam to move towards a unified civil law system replacing religion-based personal laws.

The National Rifle Association of India has launched a four-day Shotgun Referee Course for 14 participants from across the country. The programme focuses on officiating, range management and competition rules, aiming to enhance technical standards and strengthen India's shooting ecosystem

Shafali Verma’s explosive 53 off 34 balls guided India to a five-wicket win over Bangladesh in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup at Manchester. India chased 137 in 16.5 overs despite fielding lapses, with Radha Yadav and Shree Charani starring

The Labour Code offers a once-in-a-generation opportunity to build a fair, productivity-linked wage system that delivers dignity and growth

Metro services on Bengaluru’s Purple Line were briefly disrupted Thursday evening after train doors failed to close at Cubbon Park station. The issue was resolved in 17 minutes, affecting five subsequent trains.

Climate variability is no longer an occasional disruption but a recurring reality, underscoring the need for resilient agricultural systems that can withstand uncertainty

A political row has erupted over the status of passports as proof of citizenship. The government clarified that passports have never been conclusive proof of Indian citizenship under the Passports Act, 1967, while opposition parties accused the ruling BJP of attempting to undermine citizenship rights.

The construction of the fourth next-generation offshore patrol vessel for the Indian Coast Guard has commenced with a keel-laying ceremony in Mumbai. The vessel is being indigenously designed and built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders under the government's Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative

A representative of the Sindhi community has sought clarity on the utilisation of around 200 kilograms of silver bricks donated for the Ram Temple in Ayodhya in 2021. The demand comes amid ongoing scrutiny over the accounting and handling of temple donations

The Enforcement Directorate has attached assets worth ₹55.57 crore belonging to AAP leader Sanjeev Arora, his family and associated entities in a money laundering probe linked to an alleged ₹100 crore GST fraud involving mobile phone sales and bogus export transactions

The government has lifted all restrictions on non-domestic packed LPG supplies and partially restored bulk LPG distribution after improvements in global supply conditions. The move follows easing tensions in West Asia and is expected to provide significant relief to industrial and commercial consumers

NCERT has dismissed allegations of saffronisation in its new Class 6 Kannada textbook, clarifying that 'Krishna' refers to the Krishna River and not a religious figure. The council also rejected claims that the book promotes vegetarianism or ignores Karnataka's cultural diversity

The government has amended the Passports Rules, 1980, revising the fee structure for passport applications effective July 1, 2026.

India has named a 60-member wrestling squad for the 2026 Asian Under-15 and Under-20 Championships in Thailand. The contingent will compete in freestyle, Greco-Roman, and women’s events from June 27 to July 5, aiming for strong medal performances

The death toll from the ammonia gas leak at a seafood processing unit in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvallur has risen to 11. A high-level probe found critical safety failures, including a non-functional emergency alarm system, inadequate worker training and poor dormitory conditions

The Indian U-21 men’s hockey team will tour Belgium for six matches against Austria, Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands from July 7–17, 2026. The exposure tour under coach Frederic Soyez aims to prepare the squad for the Junior Asia Cup

The Durand Cup will return for its 135th edition in 2026, featuring 24 teams including two foreign sides across five Indian cities. The historic football tournament continues its legacy as Asia’s oldest competition and a key platform for emerging talent

Sports Village Europa, Barcelona, and Silver Stone Sports Academy, Hyderabad, signed an MoU to promote tennis talent development. The partnership aims to provide international training, European coaching exposure, and competitive opportunities for young athletes to enhance global sporting performance standards

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh ruled out boycotting the 2029 Lok Sabha elections, alleging that the Election Commission favours the ruling side. Using a cricket analogy, he said the opposition must continue fighting elections, raising public issues and challenging institutions when necessary

India on Thursday disbursed the fifth tranche of ₹250 crore to Bhutan under its Economic Stimulus Programme, taking total support to ₹1,250 crore. The funding is aimed at boosting Bhutan's post-pandemic recovery, employment generation and key development sectors

The Chief Ministers of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana agreed to work towards a permanent solution to interstate water-sharing issues during the inauguration of Tungabhadra Dam's new spillway gates. The states also backed desilting efforts and greater cooperation to safeguard farmers' interests

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to halt the proposed disinvestment of up to 3 per cent stake in NLC India Ltd, describing the PSU as a strategic national asset vital to Tamil Nadu's economy, energy security and industrial development