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Preparations are underway for the 2026 Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Nathula Pass. The first batch of pilgrims will reach Sikkim on June 15 and enter Tibet on June 20. Authorities have upgraded facilities and arranged extensive acclimatisation and medical support
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US President Donald Trump accused Iran of carrying out drone attacks on Indian-linked ships near the Strait of Hormuz, calling the action unacceptable. His remarks came amid India's diplomatic protest over attacks on commercial vessels carrying Indian crew members
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SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey announced plans to review the short-selling framework, introduce bond index derivatives, issue AI guidelines and simplify market access. The regulator is also considering reforms in equity, commodity and debt markets to deepen participation
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Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar urged Election Commission media officers to ensure poll-related communication is timely, factual, simple, and legally accurate. A conference discussed election communication strategies, misinformation challenges, electoral processes, and public outreach ahead of upcoming polls
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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi urged INDIA bloc partners to remain united, claiming public anger has already decided the next general election. He alleged democratic institutions are compromised, warned of challenges to free and fair polls, and called for sustained political resistance
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FSSAI has directed all food business operators to immediately stop using metallic pins and wires in food packaging, warning of serious health risks if accidentally consumed. The regulator said violations could attract penal action under food safety laws
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A 25-year-old woman in Kerala's Kasaragod district has been booked under the POCSO Act for allegedly sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl. The complaint emerged after counselling sessions, while police said the accused is linked to multiple other POCSO cases
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The India Meteorological Department said El Niño conditions have developed over the equatorial Pacific Ocean and are likely to strengthen during the southwest monsoon season. The atmosphere has responded to warming sea temperatures, with forecasts indicating continued intensification in the coming months
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The Delhi High Court has issued notice to the makers of Kala Hiran: The Battle for Legal on actor Salman Khan’s plea seeking a stay on its release. Khan argued the film violates his personality rights by depicting a character resembling him and sensationalizing the blackbuck poaching case.
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Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu said his NDA-led government has overcome challenges inherited from the previous regime and delivered welfare, development, and good governance over two years, while pursuing the goal of building a prosperous "Swarna Andhra"
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Private bus operators in West Bengal claim revenue losses following the introduction of free bus travel for women on state-run services. They have urged the government to adopt a kilometre-based operational scheme to offset losses and ensure the sector's viability
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Students and government job aspirants gathered in Lucknow under the Cockroach Janta Party to protest alleged examination irregularities, demanding the resignation of the Union Education Minister. Police said permission was granted legally for the demonstration expected to draw around 1,000 participants
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Seven new Shigella cases in Wayanad schools have raised the total infections to 16, with health officials intensifying surveillance and preventive measures. Authorities report stable health conditions among patients while urging hygiene, early reporting of symptoms, and caution against self-medication
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Nineteen TMC Lok Sabha MPs have purportedly signed a letter to Speaker Om Birla seeking recognition for a separate bloc supporting the NDA. This escalation follows a recent assembly rebellion, plunging Mamata Banerjee’s party into an unprecedented dual crisis
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KEM Hospital has initiated an inquiry into MBBS student Sejal Pawar after her controversial remarks about cadavers during a comedy show went viral, sparking outrage. The panel will assess intent and appropriateness, while the student has issued an apology
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Amit Shah reviewed preparations for the Amarnath Yatra, directing a strong multi-layered security grid along the route using CAPFs, J&K Police, and advanced surveillance. He emphasized technology use, coordination among agencies, and safety measures for pilgrims and tourist areas
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Dissident TMC MP Jagadish Chandra Barma Basunia said a rebel faction claiming the support of 19 Lok Sabha members will meet Speaker Om Birla on Monday to seek recognition as the "real TMC" amid growing turmoil within the party
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West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari defended ongoing anti-encroachment drives, stating that footpaths cannot be occupied illegally while assuring rehabilitation for affected hawkers. He emphasized balancing public convenience with livelihood concerns as eviction operations continue across Kolkata and other areas
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The rupee strengthened sharply by 77 paise to close at 95.08 against the US dollar, supported by falling global oil prices after reports of a possible US-Iran deal, a weaker dollar index, and strong gains in domestic equity markets
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The Congress accused Home Minister Amit Shah of attempting to engineer a two-thirds BJP majority in the Lok Sabha by breaking Opposition parties, calling it an attack on democracy The BJP has not responded to the allegations amid ongoing TMC factional tensions
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Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari pledged to bring the Tata Group back to West Bengal, criticised the industrial policies of the Left Front and TMC governments, and promised a balanced approach to industrialisation while safeguarding farmers' interests and generating employment
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The Tata Group said families of 15 victims of the AI171 crash have declined to collect personal belongings. Ex gratia payments of Rs 1 crore have reached 91 per cent of families, while compensation and belongings return processes continue for others
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A year after the Air India AI171 crash killed 260 people, families are still awaiting answers as investigators continue examining critical evidence. While compensation has been provided to most affected families, the final probe report remains pending and closure remains elusive
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Delhi Police busted an alleged sex racket operating from a building in Paharganj, rescuing four women and arresting a 29-year-old man. The raid followed a tip-off and decoy operation, with further investigation underway into the network and property owner’s role
