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Nagaland Governor Nand Kishore Yadav visited the ICAR Research Complex to review ongoing research initiatives and contributions to agricultural development in the state.

A new study highlights the importance of Northeast India's traditional vegetables in making Indian agriculture more resilient to climate change. The region harbours a treasure trove of vegetable genetic diversity, with crops adapted to acidic soils, drought stress, and rugged mountain landscapes.

Shyamkanu Mahanta, accused in the Zubeen Garg death case, has moved the Supreme Court seeking bail after his plea was rejected by Gauhati High Court. The apex court has listed the matter for hearing on Tuesday.

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh emphasizes the importance of mother tongue-based education and skill development during a workshop on implementing the National Education Policy 2020.

Ebenezer Hospital in Aizawl successfully performs Mizoram's first transcatheter aortic valve implantation, marking a milestone in the state's cardiac care services.

The CDC is allocating $107 million in emergency funding to support the response to the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. The outbreak has resulted in 837 confirmed cases in the DRC and 19 confirmed cases in Uganda as of June 15, with 198 reported deaths across both countries.

Three NEET aspirants in Tamil Nadu have died by suicide over the past four days, sparking widespread outrage and calls for the state to be exempted from the national medical entrance test. The deaths have triggered sharp criticism from political parties in Tamil Nadu.

A massive fire engulfed a three-floor commercial building in Lucknow, housing an animation centre, resulting in 15 deaths and 7 injuries. Rescue operations are underway.

The Madras High Court ruled that individual landowners cannot stall projects of nationwide priority, citing the greater public good. The decision came after a writ appeal was dismissed in a case involving a broad gauge railway line project.

Five Odisha women died in an ammonia gas leak at a seafood export unit in Tamil Nadu. The victims were tribal women aged between 19 and 22 from Keonjhar district. Odisha government has announced an ex gratia of Rs 4 lakh for each deceased worker's family.

Eight women fell ill after caesarean deliveries at a hospital in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, amid concerns over maternal health complications. An inquiry committee has been formed to investigate the incident.

The Telangana Prohibition and Excise Department arrested 651 persons and registered 841 cases in a massive crackdown on illicit liquor and drugs across the state. The special enforcement drive was launched between June 12 and June 21.

Heavy monsoon rains have triggered landslides in multiple parts of Northeast India, including Meghalaya and Manipur, causing disruptions to travel and daily life. The India Meteorological Department has forecast moderate rainfall across most parts of Meghalaya over the next four days.

Passengers identified as 'Bangladeshi nationals' by Hindu Jagran Vedike were released after verification by Railway Police and Protection Force found no adverse material against them.

A major landslide has severed the Shillong-Dawki Road, prompting the East Khasi Hills district administration to order its immediate closure beyond Laitlyngkot village. The closure will remain in effect until further orders.

The CDC will provide $107m in emergency funding to combat the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda, with 837 confirmed cases in the DRC and 19 in Uganda as of June 15.

A massive fire broke out on a vessel docked at a private ship maintenance yard in Kochi, prompting a large-scale response from fire and rescue units. The incident has triggered concern in the densely populated area.

Karnataka Cabinet, chaired by CM D.K. Shivakumar, approved a project to construct a multi-specialty hospital in Yadgir, with facilities for medical examinations and complete treatment.

The Madras High Court has taken up a suo motu PIL petition to ensure strict implementation of Supreme Court orders for protecting people from stray dogs in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. The move comes after alarming statistics, including 2.63 lakh dog bites and 17 deaths in Tamil Nadu in just four months of 2026.

Over 20 lakh medical aspirants appeared for the NEET-UG re-examination at 5,440 centres across India and 14 centres abroad. The re-examination was held in 13 languages, including Hindi and English, and was NCERT-focused.