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27 Jun

Bhiwandi Raid Uncovers Matching Questions, Forcing Last-Minute Maharashtra TET Postponement

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaBhiwandi police raid, Maharashtra TET 2026, MSCE exam postponed, paper leak investigation, Thane district fraud

Bhiwandi (Gurpreet Singh): The late-night cancellation of the Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test has been traced to a specific police raid in the Bhiwandi town of Thane district, where investigators discovered suspects in possession of questions identical to the official examination paper. Following an emergency authentication process by state authorities, the Maharashtra State Council of Examination officially deferred the test, which was scheduled to take place across the state on Sunday, June 28, 2026. Local law enforcement has registered a formal First Information Report against three primary suspects as investigators launch a wider crackdown to dismantle the paper distribution network. According…

27 Jun

Cultural Performances and Grand Welcome Highlight Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Arrival in Seychelles

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiadiaspora cultural welcome, Kutch dance performance, Narendra Modi Seychelles arrival, Patrick Herminie

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Seychelles for a three-day historic state visit, receiving an exceptionally warm welcome from both the host government and members of the local Indian diaspora. Upon landing at the Seychelles International Airport in the afternoon, the Prime Minister was received directly on the tarmac by President Dr. Patrick Herminie, followed by a formal ceremonial Guard of Honour. The diplomatic visit, which marks the Golden Jubilee of the island nation's National Day and celebrates 50 years of bilateral relations, began with an immediate emphasis on the deep cultural and public ties shared…

27 Jun

Search Operations Continue in Rajouri as Operation Sheruwali Crosses One-Month Mark

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Rajouri (Rajeev Sharma): Security forces have intensified anti-terror operations in the forested stretches of Rajouri district as Operation Sheruwali entered its 36th day on Friday. The prolonged operation remains focused on clearing the dense Dorimal forests in the Gambir Mughlan area and ensuring there is no militant presence in the region. Joint teams of the Jammu and Kashmir Police, along with other security agencies, are continuing extensive search and surveillance activities across the challenging terrain. Officials said personnel are maintaining constant vigilance while carrying out systematic combing operations through thick forests and remote pockets. The operation has seen multiple security…

27 Jun

Six Dead as Pickup Falls into 500-Metre Gorge in Himachal Pradesh’s Shimla District

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Rampur (Rajeev Sharma): A devastating road accident in Himachal Pradesh's Shimla district claimed six lives after a pickup vehicle lost control and plunged into a gorge nearly 500 metres deep in the Rampur subdivision. The victims included the driver, a mother and her son, leaving the region in mourning. Officials said the accident took place while the pickup vehicle was returning after completing a milk delivery. During the journey, the driver had reportedly allowed five local passengers to board the vehicle. Moments later, the vehicle is believed to have veered off the mountainous road before crashing into the deep valley…

27 Jun

Arvind Kejriwal Seeks Divine Blessings in Ayodhya, Raises Questions Over Ram Temple Donation Probe

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Ayodhya (Gurpreet Singh/Rajeev Sharma): AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal visited Ayodhya on Friday to offer prayers at Hanuman Garhi and the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, combining a spiritual visit with a strong political message over the ongoing controversy surrounding alleged irregularities in temple donations. Following his visit, Kejriwal addressed the media along with Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh, alleging that the investigation into the donation case had failed to reach those occupying senior positions. He argued that the arrests made so far targeted only lower-level employees, while individuals responsible for overseeing the temple trust had not been brought under the scanner.…

26 Jun

NIA Charges 11 in Alleged IMK Radicalisation Network, Probe Reveals Multi-State Conspiracy

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has intensified its crackdown on alleged extremist activities by filing a chargesheet against 11 individuals accused of being part of a terror conspiracy linked to Iman Mahmudur Kafia (IMK), a faction associated with the banned Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB). The chargesheet has been submitted before the NIA Special Court in Guwahati under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). According to investigators, the accused were allegedly involved in efforts to establish and expand the outfit's influence in West Bengal and several northeastern states,…

26 Jun

Venezuela Earthquake Sends Ripples Through India’s Oil Supply Chain Amid Growing Energy Ties

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela this week are being viewed not only as a humanitarian catastrophe but also as a potential challenge for global energy markets, with experts cautioning that India could face indirect consequences because of its growing dependence on Venezuelan crude oil. The twin quakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude, caused extensive destruction across parts of the South American nation, leaving hundreds dead, thousands injured and key infrastructure damaged. While emergency agencies continue rescue and relief operations, attention is also shifting towards the possible impact on Venezuela's oil exports. Over the past…

26 Jun

Ayodhya Donation Fraud Case: All Eight Named Accused Taken Into Custody, Investigation Intensifies

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Ayodhya (Rajeev Sharma): The Uttar Pradesh Police have arrested all eight individuals named in the FIR linked to the alleged misappropriation of donations collected at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, marking a significant step in the ongoing investigation into the high-profile case. Officials confirmed that the arrests were carried out late Thursday after police teams traced all the accused within Ayodhya. The suspects are now being questioned to determine how the alleged irregularities took place and whether more individuals were involved in the operation. The criminal case was initiated after Krishna Mohan, a member of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth…

26 Jun

Heavy Police Presence at Uttarakhand Border After Nihang Group Advances Towards Hemkund Sahib

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Uttarakhand (Rajeev Sharma): A major security operation was launched at the Uttarakhand-Himachal Pradesh border after a group of Nihang Sikhs attempting to travel towards Hemkund Sahib crossed police barricades at the Kulhal checkpoint, leading to a brief confrontation with security personnel. Authorities had already heightened surveillance in the Vikasnagar region following intelligence inputs that members of the group, travelling from Punjab, intended to enter Uttarakhand. The border was secured with multiple barricades, riot-control units and senior administrative officers to manage the anticipated gathering. Despite repeated appeals from officials, a section of the procession reportedly forced its way through the barricades…

25 Jun

Union Government Removes Restrictions on Commercial Packed LPG; Restores Supply Chains Post-West Asia Crisis

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaBulk LPG supply restored, C3 C4 streams allocation, Commercial LPG restrictions, West Asia energy crisis

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has announced a major policy relaxation for industrial and commercial Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) consumers, effectively rolling back the stringent energy rationing measures imposed at the height of the recent West Asia crisis. Citing a substantial recovery in domestic production and a stable stream of upcoming imported LPG cargoes, the central government has lifted all sectoral restrictions on non-domestic packed LPG. This directive restores distribution channels to their full capacity, offering immense logistical relief to manufacturing units, hospitality chains, and small-to-medium business enterprises nationwide. The policy shift addresses the…