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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

A 35-year-old man allegedly killed his wife and two young sons with an axe in Madhya Pradesh's Morena district before dying by suicide after jumping in front of a train. Police are investigating domestic disputes and other possible motives behind the family tragedy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India will place the Global South at the centre of a secure, resilient and sustainable global energy future during its BRICS Chairship 2026, emphasising international cooperation, clean energy transition, innovation and stronger partnerships among emerging economies for energy security

The Maharashtra State Council of Examinations postponed Sunday's Teacher Eligibility Test following a midnight police raid in Bhiwandi that exposed a major question paper leak. The postponement leaves over 4.28 lakh teaching aspirants in limbo amid widespread outrage

Kolkata Police arrested former TMC councillor and Borough 11 chairman Tarakeswar Chakraborty early Saturday on extortion and molestation charges. Chakraborty’s arrest marks the 11th detention of former KMC councillors facing similar criminal allegations amid ongoing civic cleanups

Maharashtra's Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) 2026, scheduled for June 28, has been postponed after police found suspects in Bhiwandi possessing questions matching the actual paper. A criminal case has been registered, and authorities have launched a detailed investigation into the alleged leak

West Bengal Health Minister Dr. Sharadwat Mukherjee has ordered a high-level investigation after contraceptives, luxury beds, and premium furniture were uncovered inside a locked Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation ward office previously run by a now-missing TMC councillor

A petition in the Supreme Court seeks a nationwide fire and life safety framework for high-risk public buildings, mandatory safety audits, stricter accountability for officials, and enhanced protection for schools, hospitals, hotels and commercial establishments following recent deadly fire tragedies in Delhi and Lucknow

Choosing the wrong lender, opting for a longer tenure, overlooking legal checks and ignoring hidden costs can make a home loan far more expensive. Understanding these common mistakes and reviewing loan terms regularly can help borrowers reduce repayment costs over time

Four people were killed and eight others injured in two separate lightning strike incidents in Madhya Pradesh's Chhindwara district. The victims were struck during adverse weather in the Baihar and Garhi police station areas, with several injured persons undergoing treatment