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Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut alleged MPs were offered crores to defect under the purported “Operation Tiger,” accusing rivals of engineering a split. Amid reports of lawmakers switching sides, the party sought Speaker intervention to prevent defections and protect its parliamentary identity

  Six people were killed and around 20 injured after a luxury bus travelling from Rajasthan to Surat crashed into a parked truck on the Vadodara-Halol highway near Kotambi village. Rescue operations involved police and NDRF teams, while authorities launched an investigation into the accident 

The Congress will launch its nationwide “Chhatron Ki Goonj” campaign from Kota, led by Rahul Gandhi, to highlight exam paper leaks, recruitment irregularities, unemployment, and youth concerns. The movement aims to mobilise students and job aspirants across India

A 25-year-old restaurant worker from Uttarakhand was killed and partially eaten by a lion near Kovaya village in Amreli. Forest officials suspect a pride of four lions and have launched efforts to capture them, raising concerns over human-wildlife conflict

An Air India Express flight from Kannur to Jeddah returned to Kannur Airport on Tuesday after pilots detected an engine warning light about two hours into the journey. The aircraft landed safely after fuel reduction, and inspections later identified a fuel filter issue

Tamil Nadu farmers have intensified opposition to Karnataka’s proposed Mekedatu dam project, planning a protest in New Delhi on June 23. They will urge the Centre to reject the proposal, citing threats to Cauvery water availability, agriculture, and farmers’ livelihoods

An SIT appointed by the Uttar Pradesh government intensified its investigation into alleged donation embezzlement at the Ram Janmabhoomi site. The team reviewed CCTV footage, questioned dozens of individuals, examined financial records, and continued probing suspected irregularities in temple fund management

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke alleged RSS-linked individuals were behind an attack on him during a Jaipur protest. He said the incident aimed to divert attention from the NEET paper leak issue and vowed to continue peaceful demonstrations demanding accountability

The first batch of 44 Kailash Mansarovar Yatra pilgrims arrived in Gangtok for the Nathu La Pass route. After a four-day acclimatisation programme in Sikkim, the group will proceed to Gyangze in Tibet on June 20 for onward pilgrimage

A Patna court granted bail to Roshan Anand in the coaching centre dispute linked to Khan Sir. The case involves allegations of assault, conspiracy and firing incidents, while related investigations and legal proceedings continue in Bihar

Abhishek Banerjee appeared before the Enforcement Directorate in Kolkata for questioning in the alleged school jobs scam money-laundering case. Investigators are examining financial records, digital evidence and suspected fund flows linked to recruitment irregularities

Twenty rebel MPs from the All India Trinamool Congress merged with the little-known Nationalist Citizens Party of India instead of joining the BJP directly. Observers say the move offers a legally safer route to break from Mamata Banerjee while preserving parliamentary strength

Hundreds of thousands of devotees gathered in Haridwar on Somvati Amavasya to take a holy dip in the Ganga. Authorities enforced extensive security and crowd-management measures as pilgrims performed rituals, prayers and ancestor offerings amid deep religious fervour and peaceful celebrations 

The Chengalpattu Family Welfare Court will hear the divorce case involving Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and TVK leader C. Joseph Vijay and his wife Sangeetha Vijay. The hearing comes amid reports of possible reconciliation and debate over whether proceedings will occur virtually or in person

The Sabarimala women’s entry controversy resurfaced after alleged claims by former TDB chief A Padmakumar about the 2019 entry of women following a Supreme Court ruling. The CPI(M) avoided comment, saying Padmakumar must respond to the allegations

Abhishek Banerjee appeared before Kolkata CID for a second round of questioning over alleged forgery of MLA signatures in West Bengal Assembly proceedings. The probe also involves Kunal Ghosh amid discrepancies in documents supporting a Leader of Opposition nomination

The Maharashtra Cyber Police are investigating stand-up comedian Pranit More over alleged objectionable remarks in a viral show clip. Amid backlash and an NCW summons, More issued an apology, admitting lapses in judgment, while related disciplinary actions were also taken against participants

Renowned Mand folk singer Gavri Devi passed away at 98 in Pali, Rajasthan. Celebrated for preserving and popularising the traditional Mand music form, her decades-long contribution earned nationwide recognition and heartfelt tributes from political leaders and the cultural community

Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot backed Sanjay Raut's call for Congress-origin regional parties to reunite with the Congress and support Rahul Gandhi, arguing that stronger opposition unity is needed to protect democratic values.

In a dramatic turn in the Dharmasthala skull case, Chinnayya, known as the “mask man,” told the Karnataka High Court he was allegedly used in a conspiracy to defame Dharmasthala. He sought action against activists and others he accused of orchestrating the campaign

Abhishek Banerjee has been summoned again by West Bengal CID on June 14 in the MLAs’ signature mismatch case after reportedly failing to provide satisfactory answers during six hours of questioning. Investigators are seeking details about the original resolution book and meeting records

Three people were killed and two critically injured after a major fire engulfed a five-storey residential building in Delhi’s Tughlakabad Extension early Friday. Eight residents were rescued as firefighters battled challenging conditions. Authorities suspect an electrical short circuit, though investigations are ongoing

Prakash Chik Baraik resigned from the Rajya Sabha, becoming the third Trinamool Congress MP to quit this week. The resignation deepens the party's crisis following internal rebellion, parliamentary defections and organisational setbacks after recent political losses 

The Suvendu Adhikari government has appointed separate ministers for school and higher education, aiming to improve specialised oversight, budget management, policy formulation and administrative efficiency. The move revives a system previously followed under the Left Front government