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Bomju Riram, a member of the Kamsa Dramatics Society, has been selected for a three-year diploma in dramatic arts at the National School of Drama. Her achievement marks another milestone for Arunachal Pradesh's growing theatre movement.

Siya Goyal's brother Sahil says family would have cancelled wedding if she had raised concerns. Investigation reveals planned conspiracy behind Ketan Agarwal's murder.

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju criticized the Congress party for its 'disregard and disrespect' for democratic values. Rijiju shared a remark by Congress leader Pawan Khera, who allegedly claimed BJP leaders will be confined to their homes if Congress comes to power.

A public interest litigation has been filed before the Supreme Court, seeking directions for the formulation and enforcement of a National Minimum Fire and Life-Safety Framework for high-risk public occupancy premises across the country.

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor on India-US ties, trade agreement, and people-to-people connections

India's new High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Dinesh Trivedi, presents credentials to President Mohammed Shahabuddin, reaffirming commitment to deepening bilateral ties and cooperation. India also resumes tourist visa issuance to Bangladeshi citizens after a two-year suspension.

The Centre has prohibited the manufacture, sale, and distribution of 16 fixed-dose combination drugs citing public health concerns. The move aims to safeguard public health and promote the rational use of medicines.

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 terror logistics in the region.

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 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.