Politics

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

K. Laltluangkima of the Zoram People's Movement elected as Mizoram's new representative to the Rajya Sabha, marking a significant milestone for the ruling party.

A peace rally in Imphal drew thousands of participants demanding justice for six Naga men allegedly abducted and killed by suspected Kuki militants. The rally was organised by the All Naga Students’ Association, Manipur.

Bolivian President Paz has declared a 90-day state of emergency and deployed soldiers to clear anti-government roadblocks. The move comes as protests have paralyzed the country for over six weeks, leading to shortages and economic losses.

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.

Arunachal Pradesh Governor KT Parnaik expressed concern over the state's financial management and project implementation delays, calling for corrective measures. He emphasized the need for strengthening the integrated financial management system.