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A group of Nihangs, armed with spears and swords, stormed a gurdwara in Rudraprayag and took a Sikh devotee hostage on the roof. They are demanding the release of four members of their sect arrested after a clash in Chamoli.

A 23-year-old man from Punjab has been arrested in Chhattisgarh for allegedly sharing sensitive information with Pakistan-based ISI operatives. The accused was in touch with persons linked to a Pakistan-backed ISI network.

The death toll from the ammonia gas leak at a seafood processing unit in Tiruvallur district has risen to five, with sixty-seven people undergoing treatment in various hospitals.

A National Investigation Agency chargesheet has revealed that cross-border drones dropped arms and ammunition in Kashmir's Baramulla district without detection, highlighting a shift in the logistics of terror in the region.

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has decided to deploy the Central Industrial Security Force at five more prisons in Jammu and Kashmir to create a standardized security architecture. The move aims to boost security and address complex challenges associated with high-security prisons.

Former Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda describes the recent firing at Congress MLA Balram Dangi's office as clear evidence of Haryana's crumbling law and order, with 50-60 gangs now active across the state. Hooda demands special security for Dangi and his family, and strict punishment for the perpetrators.

India strongly rejects Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari's statement on alleged demolition threats to historic Muslim sites, including the 1,000-year-old Masjid Ganj Shaheeda in Varanasi. The Ministry of External Affairs says Zardari has no locus standi to comment on internal matters.

Maharashtra Cyber Police has registered a case against multiple social media handles for allegedly circulating offensive and defamatory content targeting state minister Girish Mahajan. The case was registered under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Information Technology Act.

Ladakh groups announce shutdown on June 23 after Ministry of Home Affairs fails to incorporate key discussions in meeting minutes. Groups demand greater democratic representation and control over bureaucracy.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi commissioned three indigenously built naval ships in Kolkata, emphasizing the importance of strong maritime capabilities in a nation's emergence as a major power. The ships were inducted into the Indian Navy, marking a milestone in India's journey towards self-reliance.

Five individuals booked for creating fake GST invoices worth Rs 3,000 crore in Punjab. The accused allegedly floated dozens of shell firms and used multiple entities to layer payments.

Approximately 2.2 million aspiring medical students appeared for the re-examination of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test-Undergraduate (NEET-UG) on June 21, 2026, under heightened security measures.

A major food poisoning outbreak in Bhiwandi, Maharashtra, has left 79 people hospitalized after consuming snacks at a popular eatery. The FDA has launched a crackdown on food joints in the area.

A Bench of Justices P.S. Narasimha and Atul S. Chandurkar has highlighted the importance of footpaths beyond their role in preventing accidents. The judgment emphasizes that footpaths serve a greater purpose than merely providing a narrow strip of land for pedestrians.

Indian Railways has strengthened its rules and regulations to make train journeys safer and more comfortable for passengers. Stricter penalties have been introduced for hawking, begging, and smoking on trains and railway premises.

A new 160 MVA Power Transformer has been installed at the 220 kV Undi substation in Bhimavaram district to strengthen power infrastructure and address increasing electricity demands.

Eight detained as investigation into Delhi Metro security guard's death raises questions over handling of incident. Family alleges negligence and demands fair investigation.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has written to Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, expressing concerns that the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhiniyam Bill, 2025, could lead to centralisation of power and make higher education more expensive.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has formed a three-member committee to probe the ammonia gas leak incident at a shrimp processing unit in Periyapalayam, Tiruvallur district, which resulted in the death of seven workers.

The Cockroach Janta Party protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi continued despite the Delhi Police denying permission, with founder Abhijeet Dipke demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.